if everything fits I dont see why not

 

It all depends on the pin size and length of the plate, link, and clip. If you can take your chain to match it up they may fit. Years ago I used a clip link on a 96 GSXR because I was in the same situation you're in. I went through 2 of them in one day. The first one lasted about 10 miles. I was on the interstate running about 70 and the chain came off. I was riding with a friend. He went home and got the truck. We loaded it up and took it home. Looked at 4 different shops and all they had were the clip type links, so I put another one back on. It lasted about 5 hours. I was in town taking off from a stop light and the chain came off again. That was it for me, I've not used a clip style link since.

 

when I bought my DID chain it came with a rivet style master......I ve heard of clip style problems....sorry dont know for sure though.....

 

If fitted correctly a clip link will be fine on your R1, currently got one on mine been there for months without a problem, not the first time I've used them either. I would not however use a joiner link from a different brand chain.

 

I agree with you on not using different brand links...if his chain kit comes with a clip on style link then thats what the chain strenght and wear ratings...calls for IMHO.....

 

Well guys, after carefull thought I threw the clip link aside as it appeared far too weak for my application. No one had an EK link in stock so I brought a length of chain to a local Cycle Gear to play with what they had in stock. I ended up using an RK rivet link, as it matched the EK measurements perfectly. I will say the EK sideplates are more robust than the RK. This should get the bike rolling at least till I can order the proper EK MVXZ link this week.

 

I will say the EK sideplates are more robust than the RK.

This is why you don't mix-n-match... Best to wait for the proper M-link...

Pin width/length/diameter (which can adversly effect side-plate fitment), roller width/length/diameter, and side-plate dimensions are not the same (all measured down to the 1/1000") from company-to-company...

:fact

 

ive ran into this before.. some fit others dont. all u can do is try.