Originally Posted by Bryna

I'm thinking, maybe my best bet is to just start out with wiping the chain down before riding, trying not to pinch my fingers in the process (guaranteed, if there's a conceivable way to hurt myself, I'll find it! ) How do I know if the chain is in need of lubricant, will it start to make weird noises? Or?? And since I don't know what's currently on it, is it best to soak it in something for a full cleaning before trying something else?