July 16th, 2014, 05:30 PM | #1 |
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Name: Zach
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Chain Lube!
I didn't see any recent threads on the topic so I thought I would bring it up for discussion.
I want to know what different types/brands of chain lube ya'll are using, pros and cons, how often using, applying tips/techniques, all that good stuff! I've had my Ninja for just over 6 weeks now and I've had to lube her chain like 3 or 4 times already. I went for the first 2 or 3 weeks without applying any, and then after that up to once a week when I wash it. It's not the end of the world that I have to re-lubricate my chain every week. But I can't help but wonder if there's a chain lube out there that will last longer without any extra mess or sling-off. I'm currently using Dupont Motorcycle Chain Degreaser (Cleaner) & Dupont Teflon Chain Saver (Lubricant) A lot of people spoke highly of this stuff so I went and got some. My process... (Can says "NO Water Rinsing Required"... That's horse **** haha, they only say that because they want you to use the entire can rinsing off excess grease so you have to go out and buy more of it!) 1. Coat the chain in degreaser, thoroughly scrub chain on all sides, Rinse 2. Repeat step 1 to clear any remaining grease off chain 3. Dry with a paper towel and allow 10-15 minutes for extra moisture to dry. (At this point I can literally wipe my finger on the chain and have a clean finger, no black) 4. Apply a thorough coat of lubricate while advancing the chain for anywhere from 10-20 seconds. 5. Allow at least a half hour to lubricant to settle/stick to chain Works pretty good, takes me about an hour including drying times. Lubricant sticks to chain great for 3-5 days with no dirt or gritty **** sticking. Then after a couple more days it's getting to be dry to the touch and it no longer feels lubricated. So I wash the whole bike and repeat the process over again. Making sure I detail my rims AFTER I apply chain lube Just wondering...am I doing everything right or could I do something differently to further increase healthy chain life? I wouldn't mind trying a different kind of lube but I don't want anything messy. Any tips or advice greatly appreciated! And sorry for posting boring stuffs. I'll get around to taking some cool pictures of my bike and **** soon! Ride on! |
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July 16th, 2014, 05:33 PM | #2 |
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Name: Kevin
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I use Original Bike Spirits Chain Lube and it seems to work just fine. There's no fling off, and I put more on every 300-500 miles. It got great reviews, such as at Web Bike World, so it's what I went with.
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July 16th, 2014, 06:08 PM | #3 |
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http://www.motosport.com/dirtbike/MO...OAD-CHAIN-LUBE
I use this, along with the same brand of off-road chain cleaner. I always cleaned my chain before lubing it and I'd say I did it about every 500-700 miles. I just use WD40 or ^that Motul chain cleaner and scrub it a bit with a rag, then immediately apply chain lube and that's really about it... It takes me like 7 minutes... My chain has always been fine. What kind of chain do you have? I'd recommend DID X-ring. |
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July 16th, 2014, 06:15 PM | #4 |
Candy Lime Green
Name: Zach
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500 mile chain lube sounds like a dream to me haha.
I haven't changed out my stock chain yet so it's whatever comes on a 2012 Ninja 250R from the factory. |
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July 16th, 2014, 07:20 PM | #5 |
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I'm fairly new to the whole chain lubing thing myself, but it seems like you may be lubing too often. My understanding (and I could be wrong) is you are lubing the o-rings between the chain links, not the chain itself, so just because the chain feels dry doesn't mean it needs lube? Correct me if I'm wrong, right now I just do it every 500 miles.
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July 16th, 2014, 07:21 PM | #6 |
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i don't think there is such a thing as lubing too often
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July 16th, 2014, 08:07 PM | #7 |
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I tried a few different ones and settled on Maxima chain wax. It resists rust much better than the others I have used and doesn't fling.
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July 16th, 2014, 08:59 PM | #8 |
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I had a habit of just lubing the chain every weekend as I usually rode around 200 miles per week, only takes a couple of minutes.
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July 16th, 2014, 09:21 PM | #9 |
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July 16th, 2014, 09:22 PM | #11 |
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July 16th, 2014, 11:42 PM | #12 |
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I had my shop tell me I was applying too much as well, since all the gunk had built up behind the front sprocket cover. I was lubing the chain with Maxima Chain Wax about every 300-400 miles.
Found a better solution for my type of riding... Scottoiler
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July 17th, 2014, 07:22 AM | #13 | |
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But for my 250 i just use the bel ray since its white and i can see where i have applied it. |
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July 17th, 2014, 08:01 AM | #14 |
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Stuff just works, a single application lasts as it should. Doesn't fling off so bad even if you over do it a bit.
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July 18th, 2014, 05:47 PM | #16 |
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ever see my chain???
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July 18th, 2014, 06:45 PM | #17 | |
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I use kerosene for cleaning. I used to use belray chain wax, but it gunked up everywhere (like all over the inner sideplates) and blahhh. Now I just apply a thin coat of gear oil while the chain is warm, and wipe off the excess. Seems to work well.
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Though I'd imagine there's a point where near-constant lubing is unnecessary and won't lengthen the life of your chain any meaningful amount, like once every 200 miles would be a waste of effort. I do mine like every 500 miles. A little less if it's been rainy.
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July 19th, 2014, 08:40 AM | #18 |
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Motul. They make some of the best products in the market.
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July 20th, 2014, 03:18 AM | #19 |
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We need pics of this installed.
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July 20th, 2014, 04:33 AM | #20 |
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You can get this Maxima chain wax care kit like me and be done with it. Works great.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...n-wax-care-kit
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July 20th, 2014, 07:07 AM | #21 |
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Got some during the install: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=165071
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