More than one master link in chain?

[nodnil]

I stretched my bike and my chain was to long and the chain stretched out on its own and I had to cut it. When I cut it, I did it to short and now I'm stuck with like a 3 inch stretch. I still have the links of chain. And I was wondering if it's safe to use more than one master link on my chain so I don't have to buy a new chain


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[jphilipson]

Can you? Yes

Would I? No

Reason: Buying a new chain costs a lot less than a new engine case, or leg surgery.

 

[fiend]

If it is done correctly there shouldn't be a problem. Actually at the moment I have 2 master links on mine and haven't had a problem.

 

[jphilipson]

If it is done correctly there shouldn't be a problem. Actually at the moment I have 2 master links on mine and haven't had a problem.

You are correct. The master link is just as strong as any other link, same pin size and plates etc. And if done correctly it should be fine. I just have very little personal safety margins when it comes to chains. For example, I refuse to use a clip link, and have put a $200 chain on the shelf when I couldn't find the proper link.