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if your old sprockets are worn they will wear out the new chain quicker too
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We have a electrical tool for removing the bolts in car wheels, its like a hammer..it hammers on the bolt so it loosens easier, is that what yo mean i cold use ? if it fits..

Il maybe get a tool for the chain, im very interested in being able to maintain my bike myself + do it right with the good tools
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Just done my c+s - it was some balancing act standing on the rear brake/squeezing the front and using my left foot (the only one left !) to press most of my 95kg onto the front sprocket via a long tommy (extension) bar. After several attempts i thought it wasn't going to release - wondering where i could use an airgun - when it gave a little... woohoo! It's not easy, but it's do-able with a bit of effort (and a lot of sweating in my case). Good luck.
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If you use a clip type joining link, make sure you fit the clip with the open end facing opposite the chains normal direction of travel. Eliminates the risk of it getting flicked off.
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bob a bit of lock wire works wonders on split links too, it stops the clip from popping off.
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If its a DID chain then you must use a DID clip link. Better to use the rivet type they usually supply with chain. You only need a centre punch and a dumbbell or something else heavy to hold behind. dont squeese the side plate on too far as it stops lubricant getting in there an you will end up with a stiff link.
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Does the motion pro chain tool work on x-ring chains?
The chain from the wemoto set was a DID 520 vx x-ring.

Also, I found that motion pro has some cheaper tools too, will they work? The JUMBO tools is 139$ then theres a one for 79$ called "chain breaker and riveting tool". Look here Buy Now: Motion Pro Chain Tools Breaker Tool Kit | Pashnit Moto


Anyone know what socket is the 100% correct one for the nut on the front sprocket? I used a 30mm socket, but when I applied power it seemed to twist off the nut,thats why i didnt get it off i didnt want to make it round.

I think ill try to get another tool with longer bar and with the correct socket,maybe the one i have is too old and worn out.
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Does the motion pro chain tool work on x-ring chains?
The chain from the wemoto set was a DID 520 vx x-ring.

Also, I found that motion pro has some cheaper tools too, will they work? The JUMBO tools is 139$ then theres a one for 79$ called "chain breaker and riveting tool". Look here Buy Now: Motion Pro Chain Tools Breaker Tool Kit | Pashnit Moto
Hi Burgspre -

I had a look at that link - the version I have is the 'chain breaker and riveting tool', which is very strong and nicely made. You don't have to buy it in the box with all the parts (I think they give you different sized pins etc for breaking cam chains too), you can buy the individual parts - but you may as well get the whole set, and just take what you need with you on your travels?

I've not tried the T6 'lightweight' version, but presume it does much the same job, just is a touch smaller and lighter... however, I think the strength of the original version is worth a few extra grammes - it packs down very small in your tool kit.

Sorry I can't help with the sprocket nut size, I have a different bike to you and not sure the sprocket nut is the same as yours?

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