Wipperman connex master link on a shimano chain?

Asked by: Jason Keller

Can I use a quick link on a Shimano chain?

The new quick-link bears the ‘product of Japan’ legend of Shimano’s higher end groupsets. It is compatible with all Shimano 11-speed chains, and officially, it is not reusable.

Is Connex link reusable?

DETAILS. Re-usable Connex quick-link for 9-10 or 11 speed chain. Compatible with all major brands and it can be reused over and over again!

How do I find the master link on my chain?

If you have a chain with a master link: To find the master link, look for a link that looks significantly different when viewed from the side. This is where you will break the chain. The master link has a pin on one side that inserts into a notch on the other side.

How do I know what size master link I need?

Chain Link Sizes: How to Measure Chain Link Sizes

• Pitch is measured by finding the distance from the center of one pin to the center of the next pin in line. …
• Determine your side plate height and thickness by measuring both inside and outside the roller chain to ensure that you’re seeing a good average size.

Can I use a master link on a Shimano chain?

Quote from video: Now this KMC master link made specifically for 11 speed SRAM. Also fit Shimano and KMC has no arrow so it makes no difference which way you install it but we install.

Can I use KMC master link on Shimano chain?

Yes. I’ve used SRAM and KMC missing links on 9- and 10-speed Shimano chains for years.

How many times can you use Connex link?

The Connex Link can be opened and closed as many times as you like. It’s always secure, unlike many other “one time use” solutions. The Connex link must be installed in the correct alignment, otherwise you’ll get a clicking sound when using very small cassette cogs like 12 and 11 teeth.

Can you reuse master link Shimano?

The likes of Shimano and SRAM state that their 11- and 12-speed chain links are single-use only, and once you open them, they need to be replaced.

Are KMC Quick Links reusable?

A little-known fact is that KMC offers both reusable and non-reusable quick links for 10 and 11-speed chains.

Does every chain have a master link?

Not all bikes have these links. They are most likely to be found on BMX bikes, single speed bikes or three-speed town bikes with internal gears. The more sprockets a bicycle has on its rear cassette, the narrower the chain must be and therefore the less room there is for this extra-wide master link.

What if my bike chain doesn’t have a master link?

You can use a chain tool or chain breaker to help you get the chain off your bike. With this special tool, you can push out a rivet from your bike and start breaking the chain. Once you have all the tools that you need, you are ready to clean the chain of your bike.

How do I open a master link without the tool?

Quote from video: The next step is to take a set of needle nose pliers or really any pliers that are long enough will do. And you want to get it across the quick link and squeeze like from here to here.

Can you use a 11 speed master link on a 10 speed chain?

Since the 11 speed chain is narrower, the connection pin will be narrower than for a 10 speed. While it might work, I certainly wouldn’t recommend it. What you can do is use a SRAM powerlock designed for 10 speed applications. 10 speed is powerLOCK, not powerLINK.

How many times can I reuse Shimano quick link?

Shimano says their quick links are single use only.

Can you use a 11 speed quick link on a 12 speed chain?

Quote from video: Put an 11 speed chain on a 12-speed. System because it'd be you simply wouldn't be able to get the gears because the chain would be fouling on the sprocket.

Can I use SRAM Powerlink on Shimano chain?

SRAM PowerLock Links – compatible with SRAM and Shimano chains of the same speed. No tools needed for installation.

Can you use a 10 speed quick link on 11 speed chain?

Since the 11 speed chain is narrower, the connection pin will be narrower than for a 10 speed. While it might work, I certainly wouldn’t recommend it. What you can do is use a SRAM powerlock designed for 10 speed applications. 10 speed is powerLOCK, not powerLINK.

Can you use a 11 speed quick link on a 12-speed chain?

Quote from video: Put an 11 speed chain on a 12-speed. System because it'd be you simply wouldn't be able to get the gears because the chain would be fouling on the sprocket.

Can you reuse Shimano 12-speed quick links?

The likes of Shimano and SRAM state that their 11- and 12-speed chain links are single-use only, and once you open them, they need to be replaced.

How many times can I use a Shimano quick link?

Shimano says their quick links are single use only.

Are Shimano Quick Links single use?

The quick link is designed for use with 11-speed chains and is, according to Shimano, not reusable. Quick links are dead easy to install.