Originally Posted by
whm1974
No. Nor do I know how to put a new chain on, or even have the tools to do so.
This is a decent tool to check on chain wear:
Amazon.com: Chain Checker Plus II, Black : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry
As
smd4 said, you can also do so with a metal ruler, which may be more accurate, but using a three point chain checker is easier.
Whether and how to clean the chain and what to lubricate the chain with are topics debated with religious zeal here on Bike Forums. But the vast majority would at least agree that the chain eventually needs lubrication. So finding a method and lubricant which works for you is a good place to start.
Originally Posted by
smd4
Don't be put off by the jerks.
Hopefully not in response to my comment above to start by learning just one or two things; was not my intent to offend.