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I've used this wax-based stuff and it doesn't get as grimy as normal lubricant. I forget what it is called, Iced Lightning or something like that.
Put one or two drops of lubricant on each pin of the chain. Then spin the chain several times to get the lubricant inside the joints. Then wipe of excess lubricant because you only need it on the inside and if it is outside it will get dirty.
Put one or two drops of lubricant on each pin of the chain. Then spin the chain several times to get the lubricant inside the joints. Then wipe of excess lubricant because you only need it on the inside and if it is outside it will get dirty.
Buy chain lube. Flip the bike upside down. Slowly turn the pedals while dripping a drop of lube on each pin of the chain. Wipe off the excess, and go ride.
Do *not* use WD-40 as lube. WD-40 isn't lubricant. it will clean your chain just fine, but won't keep it lubricated. Also, don't use motor oil. Every sinlge peice of sand and dirt that touches your chain will stick to it.
Do *not* use WD-40 as lube. WD-40 isn't lubricant. it will clean your chain just fine, but won't keep it lubricated. Also, don't use motor oil. Every sinlge peice of sand and dirt that touches your chain will stick to it.
I use white lightning, and it is a great product. It works for a long time, it does not get black and oily, and it reduces friction. It is wax in a liquid carrier.
WD-40 is not a lubricant, notfred is correct.
Or just get some chain oil, put a drop on each roller, spin the chain and run it through the gears, and wipe off all the excess oil. Too much lube attracts dirt and turns to liquid sandpaper.
As for when to reapply, it needs it when it needs it. It could be months riding on pavement in the dry weather, it could be after each ride if you are in the mud, rain, or other crap.
WD-40 is not a lubricant, notfred is correct.
Or just get some chain oil, put a drop on each roller, spin the chain and run it through the gears, and wipe off all the excess oil. Too much lube attracts dirt and turns to liquid sandpaper.
As for when to reapply, it needs it when it needs it. It could be months riding on pavement in the dry weather, it could be after each ride if you are in the mud, rain, or other crap.
Depends on the lube and the type of bike.
cheap MTB bike. spray or white lightning or something like that because you are going to use and abuse it anyways.
expensive MTB bike a teflon lube, purple stuff
expensive road bike, dry teflon lube, finish lines teflon+.
Prefereably you should clean and lube at least every other ride if it is a long ride (30+ miles) (and definitely after rain)
If it is an everyday commuter (every week).
Use a old rag towel, put some organic chain degreaser and it and clean the chain by running the chain through the towel, then add the lube after the chain is decently clean.
Also buy a chain cleaner kit for when the chain is soaked from rain and you need to clean it more. It consists of a contraption that goes around the chain and has a degreaser pit and brush inside that cleans the chain as you run the chain through it. (don't use this all the time, only when you need to deep clean after rain or something because it is messy)
Teflon+ is really good if you want to clean everytime, it is smooth and dries quick.
For a MTB bike that you will get really dirty and don't expect the chain to last too long, white lightning or purple stuff stays on you chain (and is supposed to fall off as you get it dirty although it isn't that great at that) Best to clean it at least every other ride.
cheap MTB bike. spray or white lightning or something like that because you are going to use and abuse it anyways.
expensive MTB bike a teflon lube, purple stuff
expensive road bike, dry teflon lube, finish lines teflon+.
Prefereably you should clean and lube at least every other ride if it is a long ride (30+ miles) (and definitely after rain)
If it is an everyday commuter (every week).
Use a old rag towel, put some organic chain degreaser and it and clean the chain by running the chain through the towel, then add the lube after the chain is decently clean.
Also buy a chain cleaner kit for when the chain is soaked from rain and you need to clean it more. It consists of a contraption that goes around the chain and has a degreaser pit and brush inside that cleans the chain as you run the chain through it. (don't use this all the time, only when you need to deep clean after rain or something because it is messy)
Teflon+ is really good if you want to clean everytime, it is smooth and dries quick.
For a MTB bike that you will get really dirty and don't expect the chain to last too long, white lightning or purple stuff stays on you chain (and is supposed to fall off as you get it dirty although it isn't that great at that) Best to clean it at least every other ride.
White Lightning is alright, but it eventually gunks up your chain beyond normal use because it builds up. You have to buy White Lightning degreaser to get most of it off well too. On MTB bikes where chains and rear derailleurs are constantly broken and changed, this is alright, otherwise I suggest something else.
Trust me WD-40 is terrible stuff for lube. it actually strips the bearing of grease and it an oil base which eventually will degrade the bearings. You need to use Teflon+ or something. Most real cyclist will use professional grade lube ($$) or Teflon+. Wax quick dry lube is good too, but doesn't last long.
White lightning is a new product that some new riders use, but I have heard it is junk. I have used it as well, and it at first runs quite smooth, but because it clings to your chain, you become totally dependant on the stuff for your chain.
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Make sure if you change between a wax based and a teflon based lube, you clean the chain first. (taking it off and soaking it in gasoline with strip it down nicely) Those chain cleaners that they sell are snake oil. To oil it, I upend the bicyle and use a few drops of wax base while rotating it and moving between cogs. Teflon sprays on I think.
gasoline works well, but you need to be careful. the bike degreaser is good to use, but it basically is a organic turpentine.
Teflon is in a bottle as well. Wax is good but teflon is just as good (it just takes longer to set). With wax, you need less dry time on the lube, with teflon you need more dry time, but overall lube quality is better. Nothing beats professional grade lube though, but that stuff is hella expensive.
**EDIT**
This stuff is good and it is cheaper than some of the other lubes. Not a bad choice.
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