Originally Posted by
jp911
Timely post. I just tried to install a new Ultegra 11-speed chain yesterday and could not get the master link to fully close. I tried every trick and tool I have. It looks like it should be so easy. I caved and ordered a master link tool (Park 1.2).
I miss the old Shimano chains with the pins.
Did you have the link running on the top stretch of chain, then step on the pedal?
There's a youtube guy that shows himself trying to get the link to lock with it on the bottom between the crank and rear derailleur. That's not going to work.