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Chain Oil recommendations
Anyone have one they really like? I have been using something for the last couple of years that I really hate (then why did you use it for so long you may ask). It was called chain wax and it did a good job of lubing the chain but what a PITA to clean from anything on the bike that it touched. I just sent a bunch of time with gasoline, a brush and toothbrush and an old rag removing this crap from spokes, hubs, wheels and everything else it came in contact with.
What do you all use?
Also, any best ways to clean a chain?
Oh yeah, started the bike up again today to check on a possible collant leak. Sure enough, right on the hose from the water pump into the cylinder. Had to remove the pipe again (I'm good at this now) and fixed it I think.
Now to clean the KX65 rear wheels and chain.
Mark
What do you all use?
Also, any best ways to clean a chain?
Oh yeah, started the bike up again today to check on a possible collant leak. Sure enough, right on the hose from the water pump into the cylinder. Had to remove the pipe again (I'm good at this now) and fixed it I think.
Now to clean the KX65 rear wheels and chain.
Mark
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Triflow teflon in the black can.
Works well and doesn't make a big mess.
...well, how do I know how well it works, anyway? Chains last a pretty good long time.
I do know it doesn't make a big mess.
I've got other ways of making up for its shortcomings in that regard.
Works well and doesn't make a big mess.
...well, how do I know how well it works, anyway? Chains last a pretty good long time.
I do know it doesn't make a big mess.
I've got other ways of making up for its shortcomings in that regard.
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Wish I would have used it on my Weestrom, dealer mechanic talked into using wax,what a POS that turned into!
Wish I would have used it on my Weestrom, dealer mechanic talked into using wax,what a POS that turned into!
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I used Tri Flow for years on my chains, good stuff.
Acouple of years ago I started using a product made by LPS. It is called "LPS #3 Heavy Duty Rust Inhibitor". It sprays very wet, soaks in and then dries to a heavy gel like material. Once dry it doesn't fling off or collect dust. I got a LOT of riding out of a very cheap chain on my 88KDX using this stuff.
If your chain has rust on it the LPS will dissolve the rust. It also has great lubricating properties.
Acouple of years ago I started using a product made by LPS. It is called "LPS #3 Heavy Duty Rust Inhibitor". It sprays very wet, soaks in and then dries to a heavy gel like material. Once dry it doesn't fling off or collect dust. I got a LOT of riding out of a very cheap chain on my 88KDX using this stuff.
If your chain has rust on it the LPS will dissolve the rust. It also has great lubricating properties.
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Never seen Triflow teflon other than in the really small 3-4 oz cans . Where do you guys buy it and in what size cans? I never even considered using it for this application - don't know why not.
I have tried the chain waxs, WD 40 only, Honda and Yamaha chain lubes, PJ1, straight silcone spray, along with others over the years. My only objective way to know whether or not the lube is effective is similar to what CC stated - chain seems to last a long time and I don't have to adjust the chain slack very often.
I have tried the chain waxs, WD 40 only, Honda and Yamaha chain lubes, PJ1, straight silcone spray, along with others over the years. My only objective way to know whether or not the lube is effective is similar to what CC stated - chain seems to last a long time and I don't have to adjust the chain slack very often.
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Indawoods wrote:To lube and clean that baby... the best stuff is ProGold's MFR Motorcycle Chain Lube. It has the consistency of WD-40 and won't attract dirt like the thick stuff. MFR stands for Metal Friction Reducer and they claim that if used regularly a standard chain will outlast a O-ring chain. But it works equally as well on a O or X ring chain.
I'm sure someone will say that it ain't so but in my mind it is and will keep using it. Do some research and i think you will agree.
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I found Triflow at Bi-Mart , they had it in a big can, 12 oz or so
Never seen it at Wallmart though
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You can buy Tri Flow through McMastercarr.com, large and small cans
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I use Maxima chain wax, which sounds like the stuff you're describing. No problems with it at all. Keeps my chains clean. If I use anything oily, it'll be absolutely coated with caked-on dust in about 10 minutes. I don't use WD-40, Tri-Flow, or anything like that on anything. To lube truck door hinges or such, I use either the chain wax or silicone spray.
Put the chain wax on while the chain is warm (after a ride).
Put the chain wax on while the chain is warm (after a ride).
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Never heard of Bi-mart
Bi-mart a funny name for another store?
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Thanks for the information on the Triflow can size and where to buy; Might also have to look into Proglold's MFR lube.
I've been happy with the Honda red cap chain lube but its been about 3 years since I tried something new. Its good to take another look around and see if there isn't something "better" out there. (Oops - doesnt that sometimes lead to divorce?)
I've been happy with the Honda red cap chain lube but its been about 3 years since I tried something new. Its good to take another look around and see if there isn't something "better" out there. (Oops - doesnt that sometimes lead to divorce?)
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