I get that it’s pressed on, but so are the normal links. Generally you have to flair the pin to secure the plate at the end. This is odd because I’m not seeing anything that keeps the plate on. Just some friction.

@FoxFaderWorld

10 ай бұрын

I get your thinking. Thousands of miles later, it's still fine.

Thanks for the video dude. Installing on my bike soon, looks super simple. Especially thankful you've posted updates on the integrity of the chain. Real hero.

@FoxFaderWorld

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And again, it's still going strong.

I love this style of master link. I've had mine on for 25,000 miles. Held up to my abuse even though the nuts snapped off during install.

@FoxFaderWorld

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, mine is still holding strong. Thanks for the reply.

@carphuntingod

Жыл бұрын

didn't snap mine, but can tell they threads were stripping. i can't tell on the install if i've seated it well enough (can't see the silver part of the pin exposed, but think all the threads are through and exposed on the outside of the plate.

Of all the videos with this type of link no one has showed grinding down the pins to make them more flush. On rail type chain guides the grinding down of the pins help in keeping the pins from touching the rails on bikes like the KTM 1290

@FoxFaderWorld

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I always try to be thorough 😁

This is a pretty genius setup, but I always wondered why someone hasn't done a press-fit link, along with a clip. Other than the fact that you'd still need a special tool to press the side plate on. But you need a special tool to remove the old chain anyway, so...

@FoxFaderWorld

3 жыл бұрын

@maximus max You COULD cut off the chain with a dremel and small cut off wheel.

@STIHLable

3 жыл бұрын

I have a pair of bolt cutters on standby for removing old drive chains, always done in seconds

Literally just did the same last night. Nice Vid.

@FoxFaderWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@hotshottingwithaChevyhd

5 жыл бұрын

How do it lock on

@maximusmax4557

4 жыл бұрын

I just bought an EK ZVX3. The EK packaging states, "Try using our patented screw-type master link..." My answer? "I'd love to! Why isn't it included in the packaging?!"

I'm just curious. Im going to be using this type of master link on my cb650r. How does the outer plate not fall off after the process.. does the outer plate make the pin mushroom out link a rivet would .. I just dont understand how it stays in place 😕 thanks for any info

@FoxFaderWorld

3 жыл бұрын

The outer plate is pressed on to the pins by the nuts.

@JD_ON2

3 жыл бұрын

@@FoxFaderWorld thanks for the reply my dude great video!

Awesome vide man ! I was looking at spending a $130 on a riveting tool F'dat ! This is the way to go !

@FoxFaderWorld

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, this is the way to go!

After getting one of the screw type master links and installing it , Im never going back to the rivet ones.

@FoxFaderWorld

4 ай бұрын

Yes I totally agree. Mine is still going strong. Thanks for your reply!

@Ninja-400-girl

4 ай бұрын

@@FoxFaderWorld It was a lot easier than I thought it would be. Plus not having to spend $150.00 or more on a chain riveter tool is a plus.

I put one on a 08 gsxr 1000, we will see how it holds up. Definitely easy to install.

@FoxFaderWorld

3 жыл бұрын

That works. Mine is still good to go after 1000's of miles.

@flipsmuckitelly9994

3 жыл бұрын

Fox Fader 🌎 I’m glad I found your video. I was skeptical but I didn’t have the rivet tools. I have put 120 miles on it so far and it’s good. I was checking it a lot lol. Ek screw link is only way I will go from now on.

@FoxFaderWorld

3 жыл бұрын

@@flipsmuckitelly9994 Great! I think it's revolutionary!

@israelvega3878

3 ай бұрын

How the chian holding ?

Still goin strong with this style chain? I’m about to do my fz09....never had anything but a rivet type master 😬

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

No problems at all. I'm still riding on it a lot these days.

Does EK specifically recommend the use of a wrench when installing these nuts? A small ratchet would have probably made the job a li'l easier! Anyway, nice video, except for the music! :D

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

No, a ratchet would not have been any easier.

@flipsmuckitelly9994

3 жыл бұрын

A ratchet would probably over tighten. You’re supposed to tighten till you can’t anymore with the little wrench.

So you don’t have to use a micrometer to make sure the master link matches the other links?

@pinnick85

3 жыл бұрын

I think the nut has a preset depth and once it bottoms out it puts the plate at the correct spot on the pins.

How long did it last? And if you break it off at the end unlike riveting where u have a mushroom head holding the link in place what's holding the link in this? All I see is a break off the threads but looks unsafe please give me an update

@FoxFaderWorld

5 жыл бұрын

How long did it last? The plate is pressed on. It should not come off.

@sam6stringestrada31

5 жыл бұрын

@@FoxFaderWorld I'm thinking of riveting v.s. screw type I have 2005 cbr 600 rr

@FoxFaderWorld

5 жыл бұрын

@@sam6stringestrada31 Either way is good. Delboys (sp) Garage has a good vid on riveting on a master.

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Still running this on my high torque Rotax with zero problems.

Hey man, how did it hold up after one year? Just purchased one, and I hope my leg is not gonna be cut up if this master link breaks lol

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

I have 1000's of miles on this with no problems. As I stated before, this bike has big torque which puts a lot of stress on the whole chain. I'd definitely buy another.

@alejoanaya3468

4 жыл бұрын

Can you put this on a 1299 panigale ? Or is it too much bike for the chain to hold .

What type of bike is this? 1000cc 750cc 600cc???

@FoxFaderWorld

6 ай бұрын

1000cc Aprilia Tuono

You are only pressing plate to the pin only not rivet

Complete wrong tighten to snap pin

@FoxFaderWorld

Жыл бұрын

Everything I did was per the instructions from the manufacturer. Thanks for your reply.

wouldn't trust this type of master link for a liter bike

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Working fine for me.

@jonnf4i899

4 жыл бұрын

Says the same dude who would use a clip master link

@MicMurphy1981

4 жыл бұрын

Thats not a liter bike bro

@maximusmax4557

4 жыл бұрын

Why not? The rivets hold the side plate in position, so it cannot fall off. The side plate holds the master link in place. Since there's no side load on a chain, regardless of how big and powerful the bike is, there shouldn't be a problem. On top of that, if the chain is rated for a liter bike, the master link is too. I don't know if I'd use a clip-type master link on a chain for a high-powered liter bike, but theoretically, that would work too.

@FoxFaderWorld

4 жыл бұрын

@@MicMurphy1981 It's an Aprilia Tuono Factory. Google it.

Not safe bruh not at all on a rea liter bike

@maximusmax4557

4 жыл бұрын

You lost any and all credibility you may have had, with your piss-poor spelling, lack of punctuation, and use of the word "bruh." I wouldn't take your recommendation on what kind of air to put in my tires.

@modpup

3 жыл бұрын

@@maximusmax4557 lol

@felixguzman2118

3 жыл бұрын

@@maximusmax4557 lol