Thanks Ed. I have yet to work on a bike with an electric start hence my error.
I have an electric start. My sprocket turns backward with the gearbox in neutral.
Or put the chain on when the wheel is almost installed ie, the axle not yet inserted, and roll it forward on the ground to put the chain on than roll it back and install the axle.
This works, thanks.
Helps to support the wheel with a block so the centre is roughly in line with the axle slots.
Holding the wheel up with one hand while feeding in the axle is hard work.
I did find the chain link but have never removed one. Just wondering if a special tool in needed or if you slide the clip off with a screwdriver.
You can buy special pliers to remove and refit the clip, but you might have success with ordinary pliers. You squeeze the tips of the open end towards the first pin (which you use to squeeze against). Similar method to get back on but squeeze against the closed end. Make sure the closed end is pointing in the direction of travel and the open end trailing.
Did nobody see my previous answer on fitting the chain because two others have since said the same thing?