How do you remove 11 speed quick link?

[tuxbailey]

Installed new chain while messing with the drivetrain and I was wondering, how do you even remove the quick link once it "snaps" in? it seems like an impossible task.

[NHAero]

https://www.parktool.com/product/master-link-pliers-mlp-1-2

[saab2000]

There’s a tool that makes quick work of these links. I have one somewhere.

No pics at the moment but do a search on your favorite search engine or online retailer and you’ll see one. They’re indispensable.

[tuscanyswe]

You dont have a chain lock tool?

U can use regular pliers if they fit to push on the diagonal corners of the link.

[lavi]

I’ve been able to do with pliers and lots of cursing.

The Park tool makes it super easy! No cursing necessary...unless you wanna just let fly for no good reason.

[pasadena]

To release, take tension off the link, Just use a piece of wire (like a old brake cable) and squeeze the link together.

To lock, put the link at the top of the drivetrain between front and rear mech and step on the pedal.

[eddief]

as the earlier version was fine for removing the link but would not work to re-install. to reinstall you need to slip the plier jaws between two links and then spread the handles to snap the link into place. older version was not grooved for inserting, keeping jaws in place, and pulling the handles apart.

[FriarQuade]

In a pinch, you can drive the pin of a SRAM quick link out with a chain tool. I imagine you could do the same with other mfgs links as well.

[tuxbailey]

You dont have a chain lock tool?

U can use regular pliers if they fit to push on the diagonal corners of the link.

I guess there is a tool for everything. It is just that when I had 10 sp the quick connect could be pushed open by hand :p

[tuxbailey]

To release, take tension off the link, Just use a piece of wire (like a old brake cable) and squeeze the link together.

To lock, put the link at the top of the drivetrain between front and rear mech and step on the pedal.

great tips! I guess leverage is your friend.

[tuscanyswe]

I guess there is a tool for everything. It is just that when I had 10 sp the quick connect could be pushed open by hand :p

:) yeah special tools are nice but usually not needed. Pliers will do if u r in a jam.

[donevwil]

I prefer the Shimano tool to the Park.

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSmEmfAXcdN5Y2r3ixZzJjXX2f6xD8 Xhir3d6zI_NZotWWTML21Z9Y&usqp=CAc

[Tony T]

Binder Clip

https://youtu.be/1pYrK7DOkCk

[pasadena]

exactly!
Binder Clip

https://youtu.be/1pYrK7DOkCk

[charliedid]

I use this and it’s a super handy tool when I tour.

https://content.backcountry.com/images/items/900/WFC/WFC000Y/BLAD.jpg


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[flying]

I use this and it’s a super handy tool when I tour.

https://content.backcountry.com/images/items/900/WFC/WFC000Y/BLAD.jpg


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That is pretty cool ;)

[charliedid]

That is pretty cool ;)

It really is. Take a look at the tools they make that hide in a handlebar.

[dvs cycles]

I prefer the Shimano tool to the Park.

https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSmEmfAXcdN5Y2r3ixZzJjXX2f6xD8 Xhir3d6zI_NZotWWTML21Z9Y&usqp=CAc
I've got one of each but like the install purpose of the Shimano. Beats putting it on the ground and using my foot.

[booglebug]

Snap ring pliers

[tuxbailey]

Binder Clip

https://youtu.be/1pYrK7DOkCk

This is quite amazing.

[superbowlpats]

https://www.parktool.com/product/master-link-pliers-mlp-1-2

My life became so much easier after i bought this.

[Steve in SLO]

You can also use fine tipped needle nose pliers and squeeze together.

[MikeD]

I prefer the Shimano tool to the Park.



https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSmEmfAXcdN5Y2r3ixZzJjXX2f6xD8 Xhir3d6zI_NZotWWTML21Z9Y&usqp=CAc


I saw a clone of that tool for a lot less money, don't remember where (ebay?).

[OtayBW]

Binder clip...Pull off the lever and use that...

[skitlets]

The wolftooth pack pliers are neat for this. They even store missing links.

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0230/9291/products/WT-MasterLinkCombo-Black-01_394x.jpg?v=1574212772

[Dromen]

+1.
As stated can store 2 sets of links, tighten/loosen valve stuff plus its a tire lever.... Be careful, its metal and can damage stuff.



I use this and it’s a super handy tool when I tour.

https://content.backcountry.com/images/items/900/WFC/WFC000Y/BLAD.jpg


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