A stiff chain link

[Wester]

I have just fitted a chain to my bike which I took from another bike and when it goes over the jockey wheel it jumps and there is a clicking sound which I guess is being caused by a stiff link in the chain

How do I get the chain to run smoothly also can a stiff link do damage if not sorted out ?

 

[Wester]

The chain is also in good condition

 

[Rooster1]

I've had this before and it's very annoying. It is sometimes, but not always, the installation link, as in the one used to connect the chain when installed but it can be random.
The best remedy I had was to insert a thin screw driver into the chain at the point of the sticky link and twist it laterally.
The chain will still be on the bike so it is a bit fiddly. It may take a couple of attempts to get it freed up and they can be mighty stubborn.
Lots of lubrication after and it should make this better.

Thats my best advice

 

[Dogtrousers]

Some chain tools have a link unstiffening setting. I've only done it once so I can't remember how to do it. You need to refer to the chain tool instructions.

 

[Tim Hall]

Locate the stiff link and then bend it gently back and forth ACROSS the way it's meant to flex.

 

[Milkfloat]

Locate the stiff link and then bend it gently back and forth ACROSS the way it's meant to flex.

This - I have never had to get overly physical with a simple stiff link. An this is coming from someone whose favourite tools are sledgehammers and recip saws.

 

[raleighnut]

You use the bit of the chain tool that a lot of people snap off by using it incorrectly to remove the unwanted links.

View: https://youtu.be/wr3GfSrL68k

 

[midlife]

Two thumbs against the stiff link and push outwards a bit, repeat the other way..........or use a chain tool

Shaun