chain cleaning

[crazydj]

nay. this is the proper way of cleaning your chain. let stop the arguement:p

 

I buy new chain and fix myself still cheaper than dismantling everything and buying all the chemicals and stuff...

[spaiduhz]

This thread is still alive?

 

Manual for me. I like to get intimate with my bikes.

 

It does not take 2 hours to clean a chain. A squirt bottle of solvent, a toothbrush and another squirt bottle of lube makes quick work of your chain. 15 minutes is enough.

 

The past year i dont even clean my chain. I just saturate the chain with engine oil every week. It helps that my chain is fully enclosed. Last chain survived for 2.5 years before the sprockets showed signs of wear. Current one is 1.5 years old. And dont tell me its because i dont travel much, for the past year i had to deal with a digital odometer stuck at 99,999KM.

 

Auto lubers are fine. Some of us just prefer to do the manual way. Manual or auto, both have its benefits and downsides, but neither is wrong. Lets leave it as that.

[ezzyoiler]

oilers do a great job..

manual also ...

as long as there is enough lube..the chains will be okay..

 

the important thing to remember is that will the manual lubing will last the distanced travelled until the next cleaning and oiling session..

 

this is where the oiler is more superior..

manually lube chains...the majority of lube will be thrown off on the first ride ..will there be still lube ?? on subsequent rides to do the job before the next lubing session??

oilers just oil your chains continuosly on every ride..thus lubing the chain whenever u ride..

thats the reason why oilers users are experiencing extended chain/sprocket lifes...5x have been regularly mentioned..

 

it is alive because cleaning and oiling chains is one of the important maintenace task which most of us dislike as it is a hassle dirty and time consuming..

...dont do this properly will result in lousy ride and $$$$$$$$$ in chain/sprocket replacement frequently..

[achitto]

i use muc-off dry chain cleaner.. from motoworld. spray onto chain and u can see instant results. and it dries off quickly too, so u can lube ur chain after that. works well for me

 

i prefer to do manual clean n lube, cos i get to check on the condition of my chain n sprocket regularly..

Edited May 3, 2011 by achitto

[vtec88]

Bros,

 

if u Need sissor jack to jack up and turn the back wheel like the below

 

http://aluminumfloorjack.org/wp-content/uploads/Scissor-Jack.jpg

 

sms me 9875 9408(Derek).

[Khuboy]

One of the best innovative gadget to maintain chain, Wheel Jockey.

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/215-Racing-Enthusiasts

[ezzyoiler]

One of the best innovative gadget to maintain chain, Wheel Jockey.

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/215-Racing-Enthusiasts

 

nothing beats an oiler as ar as keeping chains in tip top conditions..

[Khuboy]

nothing beats an oiler as ar as keeping chains in tip top conditions..

 

Thats great, and you need Wheel Jockey to keep your rims clean... lol

[ezzyoiler]

haha...cleaning rims takes me less than a minute to remove the throw offs...

with the disc jockey..10 seconds.....???

[Khuboy]

haha...cleaning rims takes me less than a minute to remove the throw offs...

with the disc jockey..10 seconds.....???

 

Hi ezzyoiler, i am sure with Wheel Jockey, it will take you even lesser time to clean your rims. It allows you to clean rims without putting more effort to push your bikes forth and aft. It can be use for both front and rear wheels, which distinct Wheel Jockey from other products in the market. It reduces your workload, your risk of bikes falling, your pocket damages by buying more expensive tools to jack up your bike. You can visit web which has a clip to show how it works. Or you can arrange for a free trial session, no obligations. Terms and conditions apply.

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/215-Racing-Enthusiasts

 

Regards

Racing Enthusiasts

[Hydher]

Just bought a scissors jack cheaply. To those who are tempted to get one, Id say go get it.

[vtec88]

Bros,

 

if u guys need something to jack up the bike for tasks like

 

"Lub the chain"

"Check wheel bearing"

"check for nails on tires"

 

 

A sissor jack will do the Job.

i am selling (sold many to forum ppl here)

 

http://aluminumfloorjack.org/wp-content/uploads/Scissor-Jack.jpg

sms me 9875 9408(Derek) for enquires or PM me Direct.

DO NOT reply here as i will not check.

[Constructicon]

Hi guys, just get the Chain Doc from Muc-off at Motoworld (or elsewhere?).

 

http://www.muc-off.com/shop/product.php?id=3

 

I used to spend something like 1 back breaking hour or more just to get the sh*t off the chain.

Then i bought the Chain Doc at a road show and it is probably the best $50 (or so) I ever spent.

Not cheap, but I guess my time is better spend elsewhere.

 

Nowadays, got it done in 5-10 mins.

[ezzyoiler]

$50...............wow..

ezzyoiler cost $40,,,,and only 2 seconds per ride,....cleaning chain is history....

[ezzyoiler]

hi guys, just get the chain doc from muc-off at motoworld (or elsewhere?).

 

http://www.muc-off.com/shop/product.php?id=3

 

i used to spend something like 1 back breaking hour or more just to get the sh*t off the chain.

Then i bought the chain doc at a road show and it is probably the best $50 (or so) i ever spent.

Not cheap, but i guess my time is better spend elsewhere.

 

nowadays, got it done in 5-10 mins.

do you need to lube chains after using ths chain doc?

[Constructicon]

do you need to lube chains after using ths chain doc?

 

Ya, the chain doc only clears the chain of the muck and assorted sh*t.

After that need to apply the chain lube as per norm.

[heysugar]

Personally, I would get the Wheel Jockey because it works for both the front and rear wheel. Really love the concept, getting one of em soon!

[naim]

Personally, I would get the Wheel Jockey because it works for both the front and rear wheel. Really love the concept, getting one of em soon!

 

i recommend it as well.. use it on my phantom, which is naturally difficult to balance on a scissor jack (well. at least for my phantom)... but it will take u a couple of uses to get used to hw ur bike will sit stable.. expensive, but at least u can use it on all bikes n the quality is great..

[ezzyoiler]

i am using an oiler...so no need to clean chains

[Hydher]

Just finished cleaning my chains.

I used a toothbrush, a tupperware , some diesel, a scissors jack and some newspapers.

Threw on some cheap 4t oil.

Edited September 14, 2011 by Hydher

[heysugar]

Just finished cleaning my chains.

I used a toothbrush, a tupperware , some diesel, $10 scissors jack and some newspapers.

Threw on some cheap 4t oil.

 

Hey where do you get this $10 scissors jack??

[Hydher]

Hey where do you get this $10 scissors jack??

 

From my bikeshop.

[heysugar]

From my bikeshop.

 

Can I know which bike shop? thanks!

[darrenomc]

Just finished cleaning my chains.

I used a toothbrush, a tupperware , some diesel, $10 scissors jack and some newspapers.

Threw on some cheap 4t oil.

 

bro can share where you bought the $10 jack?

[fatboypin]

Just finished cleaning my chains.

I used a toothbrush, a tupperware , some diesel, a scissors jack and some newspapers.

Threw on some cheap 4t oil.

 

Just a quick check - do you literally scrub off the chain/sprocket until it is almost grime-free?