How To Open A Tight Chain Quick Link, Without Special Opener Tool. 4 Tricks.

[@alwayslearning7672]

Brilliant! I've been stuck on the side of the road for over an hour pulling and dragging ,cutting my fingers ,cursing trying to open these things. Thanks for this. You saved my knuckles,blood,sweat and tears!

[@shafiqmazlan6770]

My new link was so tight the classic shoelace trick didn’t work, but method 4 did the trick. Thank you!

[@dantedalagan5359]

Thanks a lot! Never thought it was so simple without special plier...

[@NeutralGenericUser]

That last method is genius!

[@pgclift51]

Excellent video with suggestions that actually work. It was the last suggestion with hydraulic wrench (called multigrips here in Australia) that worked for me. I had spent a couple of hours trying to break that link. Your idea took about 30 seconds. Thank you kindly.

[@Miekzz]

The last method worked like a charm. I'm going to remember that one, thanks!

[@toms2951]

Big up you for multiple methods, pliers gripping either side with no cable worked for me. Nice one 👍🏼

[@rinonhoxha4059]

Thank you! The last one I've been using myself, yet with wires is much more neat!

[@asianR53]

I was on the side of the road when my chain broke. solution, I used my shoe laces to ooen the quicklink, it saved my

[@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527]

?It saved your what ??

[@markifi]

hey@@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527 I saw you on Max the Irishman's channel, but now you're here too

[@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527]

@@markifi I am everywhere, even on my own channel :))

[@Relaxingmusic-ps9bd]

Broke my lace like that

[@kiru2ki]

Nice DIY technique, you have special talent

[@PresiMinchev]

Work the second time, with a little more strenght and spray. Thanks for the help!

[@davidstorton910]

You've just saved me getting a taxi into town to buy a pair of those specialist pliers mate, Bless you

[@rickh4310]

Tied shoe lace, put a stick or Allen wrench through the tied shoe lace, (can also use bread bag twist ties twisted), then just twist the stick.

[@s0dfish110]

Life saver, I just did my new chain up wrong. Thank you!

[@mikedevere]

Thanks. Just done that. Let's see if we can put it together just as easily 👍

[@VanDungLe2510]

Wow. That last method are pretty ingeneus

[@BronzeLincolns81]

You probably just saved me some money with this.... Thank you

[@leplane_]

Thank you!! Thumbs up! Saved me 18 bucks for the tool

[@christophemartens9016]

Method 4 worked! Thanks a lot man!

[@larspekkala4945]

Thank you! worked with shifter cable.. a lot of force needed and bent the quick links tiny bit .

[@tejasaik8167]

You saved my time and bucks. Thanks.

[@ThorRavnsborg]

Had to remove an old and rusty chain and the last method worked well. Tried first with an old USB cable and some strips but those just broke before anything moved.

[@realmahadeo]

If you want to struggle and wreck a few things and curse everything and feel like an amateur, then try the hacks in this (an similar videos). I have done it myself. But then I purchased this cheap tool and I don't have to worry anymore. Cheers.

[@honza3304]

My path was exactly the same.

[@dunnotck1]

Yeah I bought cheap quick link pliers on AliExpress for $4USD and they work fine

[@djp4206]

Legend worked a treat

[@jenniferblackmore7938]

It worked for me. The chain had been stuck to a vintage bmx for 41 years. Now free, thanks to you.

[@antjanlosen]

I tend to use the wrench method. But beware, it will damage the quick links a little. I don't take the chain of very often though.

[@jamescarlson6723]

Thank you for producing this informative video.

[@davidc6032]

Excellent tips and great music too!

[@jasonwills6694]

adding this to my lightweight bikepacking tool bag

[@fignon]

This worked! Much appreciated!

[@c01non]

i used a bass guitar string..... sadly these damn links are usually wayy tougher to unclip as shown here. Szaju ratujesz zycie :)

[@Swi_10081]

Haha I had trouble and did it last time while there was still tension on the chain. Thanks. Great video only needed to watch the first 2 minutes

[@stipin7806]

Thank you so much for this. I just finished my chain with pliers and wire only

[@big_turk]

Electrical copper wire didn't work for me but I had a spool of some other stuff and that helped so thanks for making this video 👍

[@darkhero168]

thank you .. method 4 worked on my new chain.

[@vibhu2173]

Great tips man, I loved the last one trick 👏👏👌👌

[@ArabianBA]

LAST ONE IS VERY GOOD

[@darwinreyes5592]

Thanks for the tips 👍

[@wazzup105]

Thank you. I needed that! (stubborn rusted chain....)

[@suchasreallife]

#1 worked but I had a twist the wire after crimping it 🤙

[@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527]

That wrench has nothing to do with the word ''hydraulic'' :)))

[@datutturugang666]

an old shoelace also works, just yank it hard and it gonna remove, i always do like that

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Great stuff. Thanks for this.

[@wormway_69]

Aren't the Shimano quick link. One time use only after removing?

[@evgeniyp1976]

the last one ftw. Or just hit one side with multitool or something narrow sided but heavy

[@peterrobertbowers7639]

For peace of mind… as apposed to using a makeshift tool; i did just that; i ordered a chain tool set from Amazon; in which cost around £17 in the box 📦 consisted a new silver finish chain. A chain pin remover. One of those special link remover tools. And also, 6 spare chain links to go with it. Well worth it i suppose. You can take it with you, if you are going for a long bike ride. Just in case. The other new chain i bought from Amazon ( ZONKIE) in which… in my opinion, is just as good as Shimano or SRAM glides perfectly now; even though i left those extra links on the chain. It was just the derailleur gears that needed adjusting. But it doesn’t seem to make any difference anyway……when replacing a new chain to leave those extra links on. Tuesday am at 08:52H. 25th May 2021. U.K. 🇬🇧 Southampton.

[@skinwalkerskating9068]

Fabulous, worked a treat

[@islandaerial3414]

Sweet hacks! Great video

[@danielmattos2813]

You're a real lifesaver

[@fenf777]

Good.. i usually just using the old shifting cable, cross it like that.. and pull it using my hand. But i wearing glove of course,

[@filipbronola536]

Works! Pro tip, chain NEEDS to be under tension so have a wheel and casette installed, that way you're not just bending the chain around!

[@Rossmann32]

Saved my life out on the trial 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bwcastillo]

What was the charge?

[@970SHARKO]

or if ur taking a chain off a bike but dont plan to reuse, just break with a chain breaker itts alot easier

[@peterrobertbowers7639]

I’ve just recently bought a new ZONKIE chain for my old bike; but very unfortunately i forgot to remove a few chain links that were not needed; because the new chain is slightly longer. So now, the gears are not working properly. I’ve tried to remove the link… using 1 or 2 of your methods…. But no luck. So now I’ve given up on that. looks like i might have buy another new chain. All i have… is a chain pin remover. Friday am at 07:53H. 14th May 2021. U.K. 🇬🇧 Southampton.

[@louisschummer931]

Bent one of the links on mine doing this. Just put on a new chain and ordered a link compressor tool and a couple pins to salvage it for another day.

[@jessetan3112]

u are a genius bro

[@LukasEkers]

You can actually do the 4th method using only regular pliers and your fingers to position the chain.

[@neytiritetskahamoatite7688]

That was most helpful fo me, pfuuu damn, finally solved it !!!

[@ibnukuncoro5426]

Awesome Man !

[@peteandrews8221]

Bloody brilliant, thanks!

[@univision1489]

Broke 2 pliers, until i used the shifter cable. I think the more the chain is new the more its difficult to open

[@kojam1]

Great music! What is this?

[@brrrt6666]

Saltlake seagulls by Chris shards

[@kojam1]

@@brrrt6666 Holy! Got the song right after I saw this vid, but never listened to it. Finally listened in the train today. Now I see that u replied recently. This song creates miracles!! 😂

[@runthomas]

thanks ...i really couldnt work it out had 2 nails and 2 pair of pliers and they kept slipping

[@Jeraestone]

That's magic I've Been Rockin back and Forth on me Rowing Machine Racking my Brains as to how to remove a Super Tight lock on the Quick Link from Last Tour ... I should buy YU a Coffee 🤯👍🖖

[@nianonreyes7088]

Thanks good job..

[@lh6353]

Thank you for very helpful video. 10 stars goes to the well made video, especially the BEAUTIFUL background music. Thank you. God be with

[@MiniFun92]

im using as much strenght as my hands give and it wont come open with plyers... WTFFF?

[@TheCoralClimb]

thank you it worked perfectly

[@hollandnigel]

The 'Hydraulic Wrench' method was the winner for me!! Used it on a brand new chain ✅ (I used an angle grinder to remove the old one 🤣)

[@Jojo-ki9xt]

How to put it on tho

[@N.I.C.K.0.3]

Just simplu put it in. And use your crank to lock it, just set it up un the upper side of the chainstay then pedal while using the rear brake.

[@pupi-pupi]

worked for me. thanks

[@swiatwolanas]

Czy powinnem też założyć taki "quick link " w nowo zakupinym rowerze Trek x4 calibre 7 ?

[@travelandfilming]

Thanks, very helpful

[@jacobrussell1827]

Thank you, ended up grinding the chain apart

[@juhosiltakoski7042]

what do u do if u dont have pliers?

[@realityanalyst]

Shoelaces

[@simonclarke7309]

Buy or borrow some

[@Abdullahtahirrrrr]

Go buy one and than try

[@thetruth156real3]

Hydraulic wrench?

[@EllaZerzer]

thank you, and thanks for the nostalgic music . would you send me the link to listen to this music.

[@N.I.C.K.0.3]

Method 4 was the easiest. Long nose pliers is all you need

[@offthegrid2635]

Nice idea🙂

[@nenadbogar9859]

i use shoe laces :)

[@malinvis]

I have the same problem with the quick link. I mounted it in the wrong direction. Does it have anything if I leave it like that?

[@pandoorloki1232]

It isn't possible to mount it in the wrong direction ... the arrows on the two sides point in opposite directions.

[@timmantle7154]

Thanks, worked.

[@ThatPhilosopher]

I'm new to this whole bicycle thing, so this video was extremely helpful! Thank you so much! Also, love the porn music

[@justinpullen1472]

You're the man :)

[@willward952]

Yo, thanks man ☮️😎👍

[@leftyseel8658]

Thanks!👍👍

[@baker2niner]

I squeeze it in my hand, which is why I like this type.

[@clemensklosterer1342]

Nice one

[@querzn7594]

i"ll try.

[@jayclutch6533]

Worked !

[@andrewhtf]

I like the music

[@raizeen8567]

Thanks 🚴

[@davornesevski7998]

This is gold

[@lunarmonkey9166]

Worked perfect 👌

[@MrEjblanco]

Aren't 1 and 2... And 3 the same?????

[@ayanmohammed5263]

Thank you did the job

[@wtcnl]

Can you, chain-manufacturers, please, return to the good old U-spring, to avoid this endless unnecessary complicated demount misery? The only things I need with that is a 'telephone'-wrench and a couple of seconds ...

[@lyndawkswks853]

Ingenius! Thank you!

[@frundlemud]

great tips.

[@R3Amazon]

Some good ideas here, but too late for me - I got impatient and used a bolt cutters, and binned the new KMC chain it came with. Not impressed - I have used Missing Links for years on Shimano chains with no trouble - always been able to fit and remove them easily with my fingers after 1000s of trouble-free touring. The whole point of these links was not to need any tool. I will be going back to Shimano chains with no missing link.

[@jaksonpritt5920]

Hydraulic wrench eh????

[@martinc6987]

yeah,he sould use the right term ,like water pump plier.but sick bikers dont have to know this ; )

[@christophberenotto]

I think he just mistranslated it from whatever they call it in his first language, but it is kind of funny