525 Master link tools

[OldmanX]

Is there any advantage to using the crimp style link vs the clip?
Seem like a PIA to me, no way to pull the chain to soak for a good cleaning with the crimp links.

Since you asked... The main advantage to using a riveted chain is that there's no master clip to wear thin while passing thru the chain guides and break/fall off at inopportune times. And with an o-ring chain there's no real advantage to pulling/soaking the chain because the areas needing lubrication are sealed by the o-rings, so you're accomplishing nothing for chain's the internal bearing surfaces by soaking it. And if you soak it in the wrong solvent and damage the o-rings, you've harmed the chain rather than improving it. If you insist on pulling the chain for soaking/cleaning, then while the swingarm is off you have the perfect opportunity to grease the oft neglected swingarm bearings.

[bonehead]

Thanks for all of your help everyone. I got the chain done and I am looking forward to riding it again soon.