The easiest way to remove the old chain is with a grinder to cut thru it vs a chain breaker, and then remove the chain.
As for chain replacements you can get 3 types of master links. (not all chains come with all types of links)
There's a clip type. I don't recommend these.
One that requires the riveting tool (extra purchase)
and for some chains there's a screw on.
The screw-on ones only require a small wrench. I put one of these on my Kawasaki ZR7S without issue.
The nuts go on and you tighten them to flare the copper parts which are then snapped off.
Here's what it looks like completed:
As for removing extra links on your new chain (if you need to) you can do it without a chain cutter. You will need a hammer, punch and a grinder.
After counting to make sure you have the number of links you need, grind off the pin heads on both sides of the chain and punch them out with the punch/hammer. I put a socket under one side to allow the pin to slide thru. Then remove the excess links
I'm sure you can find videos online to show better if required.
As for chain replacements you can get 3 types of master links. (not all chains come with all types of links)
There's a clip type. I don't recommend these.
One that requires the riveting tool (extra purchase)
and for some chains there's a screw on.
The screw-on ones only require a small wrench. I put one of these on my Kawasaki ZR7S without issue.
The nuts go on and you tighten them to flare the copper parts which are then snapped off.
Here's what it looks like completed:
As for removing extra links on your new chain (if you need to) you can do it without a chain cutter. You will need a hammer, punch and a grinder.
After counting to make sure you have the number of links you need, grind off the pin heads on both sides of the chain and punch them out with the punch/hammer. I put a socket under one side to allow the pin to slide thru. Then remove the excess links
I'm sure you can find videos online to show better if required.