Does the Motion Pro tool do the whole gig, split and rivet? I had a feeling it only works on split links, I'm in the market also but sure someone said it isn't a "complete" tool.

Cheers
Pete

Edit, just checked the MP isn't any use for me

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I suggest this: gear4bikes.com (UK) Tools & Gauges

I just tested this link on a different computer and the page didn't appear correctly. If you use the site's search function, you're looking for this: "790050 - KM500 Style Chain Splitter & Rivetter (replica of DID tool, suitable for 520, 525, 530 & 532 gauge)"

I've used it to split a stretched chain and remove links and re-rivet it. The instructions are in "Chinese" English, but are followable.
HTH
Chris

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Hi I see the edit there.

The lightweight tool is a "pin/plate pusher" not a riviting tool but, The biggest prob with "in the field" chain repairs is pushing a rivited or peened pin out of the link.
Some tools require you to grind the riveted head off the pin before use but the lightweight MP one will push them out as is.
It has plates with it that keeps the side plates aligned when pushing them on to a new master link.
It's important as I'm sure most of you know, not to over compress the o-rings on o-ring chains when putting the plates on. This is where a chain tool gives you that control.
Sometimes you get little spacers that you clip in over the o-rings to stop this when pushing the plates on otherwise you have to be careful and try and match to the existing plates as best you can. An adjustable spanner can help as a makeshift vernier gauge.
These clips are very handy for field repairs!
The breaker/riveter tools are usually a bit more heavy duty, and I don't know of a light weight one.
Without a riveting tool, peening of the pin is something that can be done with a hammer and makeshift anvil but it doesn't require too much. The hollow pin type "master link"" will need a centre punch and solid chain pin careful use of a variable pressure aplicator. Again an adjustable spanner will help match the riveted head to the other rivets.
As for hammering the pins out in the field with a centre punch and hammering the plates on ect, well, it's up to you but when your options are limited you gotta do something.

I have seen a few broken chains and a fair few of those have been at the master link ect. Even on chains that have been fitted "professionally".
They can write your crankcase off in some cases!

Don't forget to grease up the new link and o-rings, v important!
I'm no chain expert but I know it's an important area and when you think of the abuse and stress it's under you just know it's something you have to get right.

All the best.
Dave.

Motion pro do other models too. Adventurespec just sells the split link one but the next one up rivets too