How To Open A Bike Chain Link. If there is one hold the link tightly with a pair of pliers and use another pair of pliers to turn the fastener counterclockwise to loosen it. How do I remove a master link from a bike chain.
Some master links are reusable while others are disposable and should be replaced after each removal. If your chain has a master link remove the link by twisting it off with a pair of needle nose pliers. Wind the handle towards the chainring and youll see it pushes the pin out.
Your chain probably has a master link connecting two ends.
To disconnect this type of link place one jaw of your pliers on the chain pin and the other jaw on the open end of the clip. Opening an old quick link is no brainer - you can basically do it with you hands but when it comes to a new one maybe 12 speed youre going to need some s. If you cant find a master link on your chain skip this part and check the next part of. If you have a standard chain with no master link.
