Chain lube
07-27-07, 10:02 AM
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Chain lube
I know, I know...discussed countless times.
But, what about motorcycle spray chain lube? Obviously a motorcyle chain is under more stress than a bicycle chain. It's a spray so presumably is diluted with a thinner (as in Homebrew).
A large can is about $10 at my local motorcycle shop.
Is this the ideal chain lubricant?
But, what about motorcycle spray chain lube? Obviously a motorcyle chain is under more stress than a bicycle chain. It's a spray so presumably is diluted with a thinner (as in Homebrew).
A large can is about $10 at my local motorcycle shop.
Is this the ideal chain lubricant?
07-27-07, 10:20 AM
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I'm guessing MC lube is much thicker then bike lube. The best is Pro Link. Plenty other out there, but Pro link is the best.
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I use 4 parts clear mineral spirits to 1 part synthetic motor oil.
It's essentially the same concept as Pro Gold, Rock and Roll and the other lubes that are based on a thin oil diluted in an evaporative carrier solvent.
I've used them all, this one works the best and is far less expensive than similar boutique lubes.
It's essentially the same concept as Pro Gold, Rock and Roll and the other lubes that are based on a thin oil diluted in an evaporative carrier solvent.
I've used them all, this one works the best and is far less expensive than similar boutique lubes.
07-27-07, 01:13 PM
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I second the Dumonde Tech Lite, simply amazing stuff . Supposedly 10X more slick than teflon. Your chain and cassette will always look clean and will last at least twice as long compared to other lubes.
07-27-07, 01:22 PM
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It is.
My thoughts also. Since I switched several years ago, I've never even thought of going back to any of the many choices I've used. Just give it a try, and you'll understand.
... Brad
My thoughts also. Since I switched several years ago, I've never even thought of going back to any of the many choices I've used. Just give it a try, and you'll understand.
... Brad
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I like Pedro's extra dry on my bike, but if I was going to use moto lube I'd use what I use on my motorcycle:
Maxima Chain Wax.
Maxima Chain Wax.
