The reason Sprock was asking is, it sounds like the sprockets were worn. When this happens the pitch changes. The new chain with a shorter pitch (not elongated due to ware) would climb on the sprocket (with longer pitch) and brake under tension. In your case, also braking a tooth.

When replacing chains, very important to replace sprockets so they ware in the same.

You learned a valuable lesson.

 

Personally I would always go for a rivet jointed chain rather than a masterlink type. Sure you are going to need to buy or borrow a riveting tool(not too expensive if you consider that it will last you a lifetime which of course could be very short if you have a chain let go at an inopportune time) but for your peace of mind well worth the money.

 

Just to add to JK's answer, which is absolutely the right way to go, you will also need a tool to measure the protrusion of the rivets above the side plate before you start riveting and also be able to measure the width of the rivet head as you're staking it. A vernier calliper will do both these jobs. Without measurement the rivet joint can become weak and ineffective and you could be putting yourself more at risk than by using a clip link.
The Honda manual is quite specific about the chain setting measurements. Do not overlook the importance of this information. Peace of mind can only be derived from doing the job correctly.
Before you start to stake the rivet head it is important to ensure that both pins are protruding past the side plate by the correct amount (approx 1.5mm, but check with either the chain manufacturer or the Honda manual).
Using a torque wrench on the riveting tool when staking the rivet head is a great way to make sure you don't damage the rivet head. Tighten the rivet tool in small steps at a time and check the diameter after each small increase on the torque wrench. When the rivet is at the correct diameter you're good to go. Squeeze it too hard and the rivet head will become damaged and therefore weak. If that happens you must start again with a new link which obviously you'll have to go and buy/order. Less haste, more speed.
If in doubt there's no shame in taking it to a shop to be fitted.
You only have 8 lives left now. Don't squander them needlessly.

 

Thanks for the advice guys. I will be buying new front and rear sprockets for sure. As far as master links that us still up in the air fir either a rivet or clip, but I will be doing some heavy thinking about it. Yea I have 8 lives left, probably actually 5 but we won't get into those other 3 8)