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Need to borrow: chain rivet tool
I'm finally getting around to putting the bike back on the road. I've got a new 520 EK Professional Quadra X-Ring chain and sprockets.
Chain tool sold by Desmo Times is $135. not an investment I need to make for a one-time use tool. Anyone have one I can borrow or rent for a weekend? I can email a UPS waybill to make it easy to ship. 
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I've got a Cyclo chain rivet tool for bicycles sitting in front of me.
If it would do the job for the Duc, I'll send it out tomorrow? (just looked it up, and mine might be too wimpy for the job...but whatever you think.)
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Thanks Tom, I've got one of those as well, definitely won't work for the bigger chain on the bike, but appreciate it.
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Hey Shaun, check this out:
Diy Chain Rivet Tool : KawiForums.com Kawasaki Forums: Kawasaki motorcycle forums |
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Can't you just use a master link?
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here's the $135 tool. If I had my MIG, I could make one, but it's out on loan. 
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LOL! I usually cut the old chain off with a Dremel and press the new pin in with channel locks. It works fine and I've never had a problem. Just make sure to check the whole chain for any binding after installing and reset the back wheel position to take up any slack per the manufacturer's recommendations - but I'm sure you know that part already.
Chain tools for motorcycles are nice but certainly not a mandatory investment. You can easily do the job without one.
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You must use a different type of chain. The rivets on my new chain need to be flared.
Here's a good description (thanks again Milt, that site has a lot of great info) How to replace your chain (w/ pics) : KawiForums.com Kawasaki Forums: Kawasaki motorcycle forums
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