Bicycle Mechanics - cleaning the chain

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nesdog

02-02-04, 11:42 AM

I got my giant OCR2 in late November and have a bit over 200 miles on it. I notice that the chain has a normal amount of dust, dirt, etc. on it. I'm wondering how often the chain should be cleaned and what is the best method for doing so. I am not having any problems with the bike so perhaps it's something that does not need to be done yet.

Thanks,

Sheldon

Brillig

02-02-04, 12:22 PM

But you've been lubing it, though, right?

someoneelse

02-02-04, 01:03 PM

This is all the info you'll need. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/chains.html (Cleaning the chain is closer to the bottom). Good luck!
josh