Will a bike chain with ONLY master links even work?

Today, we visit a viewer suggested topic: Can you make a chain with only master links? In this video we use 60 some odd Sram Eagle Power Lock links to create a chain with only master links. Then we install it on a bike to see if it still shifts and operates the same. Enjoy!
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[@BermPeakExpress]

I know you spot that upside down link!

[@ArtFalcon]

one of them is a little bit different but kinda the same?!?...lol. got one upside down😎

[@sanderbraal9169]

does that matter for the function of the link, i assume it does.

[@G3orge3670]

You are giving me ideas end I may destroy my bike with my ideas

[@MrJonas2255]

@@sanderbraal9169 it does matter, yes

[@josh_on_bikes]

I have wondered what would happen if you made a chain like this, so cool, thanks

[@reginaldscot165]

Someone online: "why can't I find one master link anywhere online today?"

[@WestCoastMountainBiker]

Seth bought them all.

[@GlobalDesignHD]

You can buy 1000 on aliexpress in ome but this guy buys 100 individual packaged just to be cool.

[@xx-----------xx873]

@@GlobalDesignHD Or a few million if you go through Alibaba wholesale.

[@Aimaiai]

@@GlobalDesignHD well he doesnt have 2 months to spare he probably 2 day shipped them from amazon or smth.

[@TotallyNotJason101]

@@WestCoastMountainBiker Especially, XX1 user....

[@finnbaikie7737]

5:33 "Is there any reason why I couldn't go out for a ride like this?" *Definitely hits the car*

[@joaquin6421]

i was looking for this comment

[@blakewildgoose5450]

@@joaquin6421 same

[@kcarch25unkown27]

lmao fr

[@markm0000]

@@blakewildgoose5450 saem

[@isaachodges6856]

I was about to comment this😂

[@VlogEpicness]

Your chain cost more than my bike.

[@ore192]

Lmao im just 20$ under

[@thegnarshredders6604]

Lol

[@rollinrat4850]

This is by far the most expensive chain. Even minus the labor I think. In the '80s there was an Italian chain company called Regina that made a titanium chain. Over $100 I seem to recall.

[@antonhelsgaun]

@@rollinrat4850 YBN makes titanium chains that are a lot more than 100, and then you might be able to get a ceramicspeed coating

[@ethanal9483]

ive got like 200 on it but mine is a specialized mtb

[@JMCycle]

Everyone: Oil Slick is dead. Seth: Hold my chain tool...

[@FrankHorigan]

What are you talkin bout oil slick aint dead

[@robertvalenzuela3909]

Bro in bmx there’s still whole oil slick frames

[@tylergarza8695]

We want A 104th battle pack you’re the chode with an all oil slick paint bike. Aren’t you

[@Rusty-Metal]

Wash your filthy mouth son. It ain't dead.

[@Mallchad]

Oil slick isn't dead. It just hasn't *acended* to iridencient!

[@DaveCM]

How bored were you in 2020? Seth: "I made an entire chain out of quick links."

[@BUDRS]

"Every chain has a master link" Bmx guys: *sweating profusely*

[@truefoxtrot2884]

I bought a new rim for may bike that had a smaller (sprocket?) than the old one, and I needed to make the chain shorter, so I took 2 links off and riveted the chain with a nail, (yes a NAIL) and after 5 years is holding up fine, who needs master links anyway right?

[@73Xtian]

Bmx guys are using halflink chains for almost 20 years now, a masterlink won't fit on a halflink chain

[@gamboi1257]

@@73Xtian true da

[@leemilica]

@@truefoxtrot2884 that's how engineering skill should be used!

[@user-gk5je9wu4u]

@@73Xtian yea i got a "master pin" on my shadow interlock v2. its just a pin with no grooves for the chain breaker.

[@echambee]

Doctor: So you have been resting and not putting to much pressure on your injury? SETH: Yeah sitting on the couch. Doctor: Lets look at your channel shall we?

[@oldshovel]

This cracks me up

[@hungniglet0416]

good evening

[@puntoycoma47]

You should do a restomod with taya 8s masterlinks

[@Blackaudix]

Oldshovel in the house!! if you love this channel go and check out oldshovel everyone!

[@tomatostakefabrik9429]

@@Blackaudix oldshovel is great!! I love Spindatt as well!

[@puntoycoma47]

Oldshovel is the seth of classic MTB, or Seth is the oldshovel of ultra modern stuff. Anyways, we we're lucky we can see quality content from people like them.

[@outbackwack368]

6:17 got at least 1 link upside down, which will cause shifting issues at some point during engagement. Looks cool!

[@woorschtsupp]

Was wondering about that as well

[@JohnKrakatoa]

Yeah, good thing KMC master links can go both ways up, I got scared I put mine back the wrong way 😅

[@OblivionYouTube]

I don't know what this is but I'm interested and learnding

[@Rieko857]

Out of all possible KZbinrs I didn't expect to see you here

[@alexanderbell8391]

you gunna make a trap base out of nothing but masterlinks ?

[@aussielover1407]

Lol hi

[@Horstelin]

Gotta learnd!

[@roryo1386]

I'd watch you mountain bike through a trap base.

[@jonathanyost5546]

My brain: "This is the stupidest project I've ever seen" Also my brain: "I need it"

[@m7guy21]

"So I'm gonna snap that together" The plyers explode

[@wuzihuzi]

That's right, that's what happened. We saw it in the video.

[@benjaminrobledo8291]

Stfu

[@0mally333]

@@wuzihuzi Omg bro I was totally there!!1

[@peytonjames9237]

6:17 is ticking me off! Seth you put on a master link backwards!!! All the way to the right of the frame

[@timbershadow1]

I caught that as well and he shows it again at 7:38

[@theshindogg]

was just about to comment the same :) the arrow pointing the wrong way on the link

[@redrover9988]

Really easy to see at 7:35.

[@peytonjames9237]

Yeah tru. Didn’t go that far in the vid

[@mehrdadhaghighi5140]

That’s just so he can the Master Master Link quicker...just kidding of course 😂

[@wuzihuzi]

My grandad made a wooden, working drivetrain with wooden links, chainring and everything. It wasn't on a bike, just some weird contraption and it was only a fixed singlespeed. It was insane!

[@readyforlol]

That's sick.

[@emmapringle1945]

6:17 i demand you to fix that masterlink thats the wrong way

[@IrrAe]

*WE demand

[@samsonmihaly6139]

**ALL demand

[@sionvandevelde]

Imagine disassembling your chain every time you're cleaning/lubing it...

[@dumbr2098]

Would make for a VERY clean chain

[@TrailFeatures]

You mean y'all don't do that? 🤔

[@sionvandevelde]

@@TrailFeatures 😂😂😂

[@sionvandevelde]

I wish I had so much time...

[@leggy5294]

my chain is waxed. when it starts to get noisy i change it. when all 3 chains are used they get cleaned with boiling water and rewaxed.

[@michaelcawley7400]

It bugged me that one or more of the links are in the incorrect orientation

[@andrewnordell5332]

And it didn't bug you that half the chain was made out of master links!? :)

[@kudosbudo]

Its upside down so you can find the masterlink for taking it apart.

[@ananthkutuva3748]

@@kudosbudo bruh

[@boodeclappa6971]

@@kudosbudo bruh

[@_Belteshazzar_]

@@kudosbudo bruh

[@kwilson4880]

Alternate title: how to flex on your friends the have $90 sram XX1 chains

[@kaelangerhardt5651]

“I’m gonna snap that together” snaps it apart 🤣🤣🤣

[@b-p-w4497]

6:18 upside down link sent me crazy!!

[@cup_and_cone]

SRAM did this in the early 00's as a demo when their Powerlinks were new.

[@samuelmartin5973]

Forbidden comment

[@mkz24]

Shhh 🤫

[@zepp3lin]

But not Shimano.

[@raymondbrocklesby2264]

AHP! lalla shh

[@AJ-we9kd]

SRAM’s older masterlinks were awful though, especially 8 and 9 speed. Huge leap in 11 speed and 12 speed drivetrain components. I guess the price went up that much as well.

[@hesmcfallen9156]

I can't believe you are still testing that pedal! What a dedication to good content and thorough testing! I'm looking forward to that video! This was a great video as well!

[@jamesmcpherson3924]

so many mechanics know that specific "ow!" when you got stabbed by the little metal left behinds.

[@kuldeepjoshi7369]

Park tool: we makes the most durable tools in the world. Seth: "rips the handle of the master link remover tool handle" Get well soon seth and rips more bikes and tools

[@schwuzi]

The tool didn't break though 👍

[@ninjapyro9969]

@@schwuzi that should NOT have happend espacially at that price

[@timb171]

He was using the tool wrong though, there's a masterlink opening tool and a masterlink closing tool, and seth was trying to use the opening tool backwards to close a link. It's not surprising it slipped.

[@GenePavlovsky]

@@timb171 Did he? Park Tool MLP-1.2 Master Link Pliers description: "Then squeeze the handles to open or pull the handles to close the link."

[@YBMTB]

4:29 - Rare footage of Seth as an edgy teenager

[@wcoastbo]

I've been wanting to try that since quick-links/power-links came out, but didn't want to spend that kind of money. I figured it would work and you just confirmed it for me. Thanks.

[@dyzoly]

@4:55 "I can't find the masterlink!" the first serious problem is really funny :))

[@curtrolz7909]

3:08 This can potentially become a meme

[@audric_lip7932]

So much yes !

[@froge1454]

Hell yes

[@j.jmilan551]

YES!

[@minimtb3154]

Seth: Today we will be doing something different but kinda the same! Me: The similarity with every video is that it’s something crazy!

[@cf6174]

Stfu with the me comments

[@bastiquadratify]

Thank you so much for this video! I have actually already asked myself if this could work! And then I found your video about it. 🎉

[@andrewmcelvery4151]

I wondered years ago if it was possible to make a chain out of master links, now I know it is possible and AWESOME! Too funny! Thanks Seth.

[@vadimmyhkalets9740]

Seth: is there any reason I could not go on a ride like this. Also Seth: almost crashes into the SUV

[@notUnclePetro]

😂😂 I didn't notice it. wonder if he had really smashed the SUV, cuz there's a cut on the most interesting moment))

[@kaleh1188]

Hey Seth! During quarantine you have brought joy and entertainment, and have even inspired me and my friends to build tons of jumps and trails! Thanks man

[@mimoschmidt9375]

I was wondering this since my first mechanic experiences! Thank you seth!

[@hendrikheite309]

thnx man! this was indeed one of the main questions that keeped me busy at night.. now i can sleep again!

[@alldecentnamestaken]

"We're all bored and it's my job to entertain you." Yes

[@jackmcswiggan04]

Ngl ive always wanted to try this but my bank account wouldnt let me 🤣

[@willigamin5278]

Think of the environment as well dude!

[@tonyhruzek4250]

I must admit I had never ever thought of doing this. Great job!

[@f1greenflags86]

When the grip slips of that chain tool, Seth had the same expression as when the tyre blew up.

[@GossieMTB]

Seth "Today, we will be taking apart an entire chain..." Me: RIP

[@drakefolse4404]

This is awesome But who else caught the one master link that was upside down OCD for the win lmao..

[@Ryan-wc8wm]

3:00 and that little scene was the funniest thing I have ever seen XD. just the pure confusion in Seth's face when the tool breaks, just perfect.

[@antrum6538]

I saw the person ask this question on his Instagram story. So glad to see him really getting involved with his fanbase!

[@madmaxsingletrack848]

@6:18 one is upside down and it's triggering my OCD. Great video!

[@TysyTube]

awesome video 😎❤️

[@squidslapper7328]

Ur vids are no less awesome

[@Dino.Commenter24]

Your right

[@1I3b]

I was thought but you did it! Thanks for that experience.

[@tedecker3792]

Years ago at a bike shop I worked at, the mechanic made a chain from the “drops”, or ends left over when fitting a new chain. Pieces of chains from $8 to $80. Ran it on his mountain bike for a year. There was no noticeable wear difference in any section.

[@Teddy_Bear312]

Would be weird if there was more wear on the cheaper parts. As long as the chain is lubed evenly a couple times a year it doesn't get much wear in general.

[@JamesCashin13]

The things seth does to entertain us. Bless you brother.

[@TheCrookedWheel]

@6:17 you need to flip that link around or your shifting will skip.

[@rondg2]

thanks for doing this i've been wondering about it for YEARS

[@clueless2093]

I was just thinking about this one and then to my surprise, my favorite MTB youtuber did it ♥️

[@j.gclawneon8086]

seth: makes a video about how to cope with MTB injuries and one of the steps was to clean your bike, Also Seth: 4:35

[@jcobmedul8200]

"TODAY WERE DOING SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT, BUT KINDA THE SAME" never gets old😏

[@KoltFin]

Was old before it was middle aged

[@theduckthatiswatchingjimmy5472]

This needs to be a merch shirt

[@hunterwright386]

Disagree

[@isaacengeling7001]

It already is a shirt and he’s wearing it in the video

[@WestCoastMountainBiker]

When ot started it was okay. By the third video it was a bit much... Now I feel if the video doesn't start with that sentence my world will be shook up. Even my little daughter knows the words by now.

[@tyreni]

Dad showed me how to change a chain at 6 years old, and this was this first question I asked him. Thanks Seth!

[@1988dgs]

On my second hand bike I put on (what I thought was) a second master link when the chain broke, came back to look at it later and there were 3 others already on it, worked fine so didn’t change it for a while

[@noelespigarestapia7953]

Me this morning: I need to buy a master link. Seth: I am building a chain out of master links😂.

[@NotEAgames]

Oh no we’re out!

[@dougdewar7896]

"Condor - all power lock" - you just won youtube for the evening!

[@KSErules]

I need to see more of that gorgeous ST in the driveway. I have a Atlas blue ST that I picked up in September. Love the ST!! Also the bike stuff is kinda cool....

[@Stickmayne]

Was wondering how this is going to work and then Seth starts disassembling every link in the original chain. What dedication!

[@sean0611]

How to flex on plebs who run 100 dollar chains:

[@shaquillewilson1479]

3:09 is exactly my reaction every time I have to participate in performing an action that involves steady force without speed and then the item flies away or I hit my hand.

[@seanbrown6904]

I'm just stoked to see you pedalling again!

[@ppfart3226]

I always wanted to try this thank you for making this video

[@andfletcher55]

Really want see how this holds up long term. Maybe it will last longer than a normal chain 🤔

[@T4ckyy]

5:33 *Hits the car* CUT!!

[@Randm_Shit]

The different colors on the iner and outer links look so nice

[@trivialone11]

Jumanji! You did it and I watched. I hope the next time my chain breaks I'm with you.

[@maxhoffmann6647]

Seths face at 3:09 made me laugh so hard. His reaction is priceless.

[@alexbass7375]

Seth: Today we are going to do something a little different but kinda to same Me: Yeah that’s about right

[@tsukanahibayashi4140]

I just cant explain the feeling of coming home from school and seeing a BP notification. It’s great!

[@jakobstond3015]

Seth i laughed so hard and then got curious! I love videos lime these

[@williammoynihan9566]

I’m in the hospital now with a possibly broken collarbone this is just what I needed Seth💪🏼👍🏼

[@ek8507]

1:38 : the look of "what am i doing with my life?"

[@sebastianjost]

100% accurate

[@lagawoneadventures791]

Hi sir seft, you give alot of topics and tips for us bikers, im from the Philippines.

[@chrisleblanc5042]

Seth, you give me faith I'll still be riding in my 40's. Thanks man

[@mockfry24]

Seth’s favorite part of his videos is saying: “today we’re doing something different, but also the same”

[@PedroHenrique-dn1dj]

kinda*

[@lifebarier]

6:17 that link is backwards...

[@Trezoro]

:(

[@miscme6046]

It is the master master link

[@ryanlongho2518]

i have thought and talked about this with friends for years. congrats

[@Blackaudix]

DUDE!!! i always would ask myself this when working on my bike....i had to pause the video to type this im pretty dam excited to watch this even thow is something new but kinda the same HAHAHAHAH love u guys!

[@diamondgecko_7127]

Got to be true I have thought about this

[@spencersbikinghouse2996]

6:17 that one link is bugging me its backwards

[@gabinandrade9668]

A great solution to quickly find your masterlink when needed 👌

[@aWandering_soul]

Great video! I was wondering if it's possible to install two master links, so i can try it if I ever break my chain while bikepacking... now I have an answer to that thanks to you

[@samuelboyd4606]

Snapped my chain yesterday 😂

[@kaelangerhardt5651]

No one “ “ Seth ”hhhungzivedddddduhhhhhhh what are we doing here?“

[@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse]

I love the way that you acknowledge that handiwork needs some stare-time!

[@soulsurfer8797]

My LBS stated power links are on back order. Lol🤣😂😅 And yes I spotted the link @6:17-6:19🥸. Thanks for sharing the most expensive “chain” video in the world I think. Great video as always & Get well!

[@DeadsetYT]

You know you're bored when you have the time to take apart & then rebuild an entire chain out of master links. haha. Noice!!

[@gardie6]

6:16, 7:14 and 7:33 That one master link that is backwards gives me OCD

[@yepkev18]

Thanks for pumping out vids with your injury

[@DonovanSpaghetti]

Smooth ad transition, I appreciate that. 🤙

[@MeMelon4u]

He has the GoPro 9 wow,I'm so jealous 😭

[@Penguin-wk7gq]

Everyone: first The people who care:

[@teymour6918]

you just did it though...

[@oliveremter]

True

[@rollinrat4850]

This has got to be the most expensive chain I've ever seen! I remember back in the day Regina made a titanium chain. That was previously the most expensive chain I'd heard of at over $100 in the '80s. I'm going to do that other experiment with several different types of mineral oil in my oldest Shimano brakes. I heard of some trials riders using water instead of oil in their Magura hydro cantis.

[@robertsmikelsons4077]

It's good to see you back!

[@kolbywoods3300]

Grow that beard out, Seth!

[@blazelindo2523]

We need to hear full conversation 6:40

[@willlange9978]

So hilarious! Thanks Seth. Now I’ll be unable to sleep knowing at least a few of those links are upside down!

[@WisconsinAdventures]

When I was younger I used to repair the bikes of all my friends. I didn't have any special tools. One of the most common things I needed to fix was chains. I used a flathead screwdriver, a hammer, and a pair of vice grips to repair chains. I have taken entire chains apart myself, using this method, so have parts to fix other chains.