I've had massive noise coming from either the front drive train or the pedals....i couldn't figure it out. I thought maybe the crank was failing as the bike is 20 years old. I thought I should try some lube before taking it to the mechanic. Lubed up the chain, drive train front/back and pedals....and voila.. she is silent as quite as a mosquito... She will get an overhaul in October to be ready for the winter.

Anyhow..just wanted to share this