Premium Member keithu Posted April 29, 2019 Author Premium Member Share Posted April 29, 2019 7 hours ago, Tripletrouble said: Shame manafactures can't coat link plates a bit better to stop them rusting. Any coating would wear away quickly where there is direct contact with the sprocket. Titanium chains and sprockets would solve the problem, since titanium basically doesn't corrode at the temperatures to which chains are normally exposed. It would be expensive though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0man Posted May 6, 2019 Share Posted May 6, 2019 I've been applying Maxima Chain wax every 300 miles and my chain is in really good shape after 10k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicksta43 Posted May 6, 2019 Share Posted May 6, 2019 We used Maxima on a machine here at work. The buildup is terrible. I could not stand that on my bike. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB4004 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) I applied gear lube to the chain today. It does seem to cling pretty well, I will say. I haven't road tested it yet, hopefully it doesn't fling off all over the place. Edited May 9, 2019 by FB4004 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBB Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I put some on today too. I was amazed how quiet the chain was when I spun the wheel after applying. I really hate the smell though! Red 2015 Tracer, UK spec (well, it was until I started messing with it...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregorius T Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 As usual, FortNine makes a great video. Coincidentally, I was just wondering about this topic. I was thinking exactly what FortNine pointed out. A chain has internal lube, and the contact with the sprockets is on the rollers. What the hell good does chain lube do, then? FortNine says that a lube will seep into the chain internals, and help reinforce the internal lube, which makes sense. Also, chain lube helps prevent rust, which also makes sense. I've been using chain wax, which, not surprising, seems to attract grit. Looks like I'll be switching to gear oil. 🤟 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB4004 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 (edited) On 5/8/2019 at 9:26 PM, FB4004 said: I applied gear lube to the chain today. It does seem to cling pretty well, I will say. I haven't road tested it yet, hopefully it doesn't fling off all over the place. Gear lube really does fling off all over the place. it got on the swingarm, left sidewall of the tire, center stand and even the engine case. I didn't think I applied a heavy coat of it. if any consolation there is no buildup left on the chain that waxes do and after the first ride and wipedown no more fling off. it's now weighing the inconvenience of cleaning waxes off the chain once per season or alternatively with gear oil having to deal with cleanup once per application time. Edited May 16, 2019 by FB4004 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregorius T Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 It makes sense that you either have to deal with "fling off", or "grit attraction". If the substance doesn't fling, then it must be sticky. If it's sticky, then grit sticks to it, also. If it's not so sticky, it flings off. This seems to be a basic constraint of physics. You can't have your cake, and eat it too, in this case. At least, not all of the cake. You can attempt to find a substance that exhibits the properties of stickiness and anti-fling, but you won't find a substance that's best at both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sphyon Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Man is everything that FortNine puts out gold or what? Almost makes me wish I lived in Canada! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member runnerhiker Posted May 18, 2019 Premium Member Share Posted May 18, 2019 In my opinion, chain lube is to lubricate the rubber o-rings or the X-rings; to prevent rust; and to lubricate the rollers. Over 40 years of riding, I have used motor oil, my own concoction of STP/oil/vaseline, gear oil, and motorcycle specific spray wax. For me the winner is...................... the new o-ring chains!!!! (or X-ring chains) I'll keep using the spray wax because it is the least messy. I have always lubricated my chains to something much less than manufacturer recommended, but still lubricated it. And I have yet to wear out a sprocket or a chain, including 20k miles on the powerful ZX-14. So I'll depend on the o-rings and use the spray wax for the least slinging mess. 1 2019 Tracer 900 GT Niwot CO USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicksta43 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 On 5/16/2019 at 9:44 AM, FB4004 said: Gear lube really does fling off all over the place. it got on the swingarm, left sidewall of the tire, center stand and even the engine case. I didn't think I applied a heavy coat of it. if any consolation there is no buildup left on the chain that waxes do and after the first ride and wipedown no more fling off. it's now weighing the inconvenience of cleaning waxes off the chain once per season or alternatively with gear oil having to deal with cleanup once per application time. So far I'm extremely impressed with the liquid wrench product. Almost no fling and I can still feel it on the chain after a week or so, even through some wet weather. No rust after two days like the chain lube And absolutely no buildup. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB4004 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 3 hours ago, nicksta43 said: So far I'm extremely impressed with the liquid wrench product. Almost no fling and I can still feel it on the chain after a week or so, even through some wet weather. No rust after two days like the chain lube And absolutely no buildup. Is this a product meant for chains or simple old liquid wrench? are you able to post a link for it? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicksta43 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, FB4004 said: Is this a product meant for chains or simple old liquid wrench? are you able to post a link for it? Thanks http://Liquid Wrench L711 Chain & Cable Lube - 11 oz. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003542HE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Eda4CbYHNGB61 I had several cans laying around that I bought mainly for use on bicycles. But reading the back of the can revealed it was compatible with O&X ring chains. So after the gear lube fail I decided to try it. It goes on water thin and I can tell the chain has less friction by how easy the rear tire keeps rotating after a spin by hand. I let it set overnight and I've had almost zero fling from the two times I've used it. I can't tell it's on the chain unless I run my fingers on it then I can feel the slipperiness in between my fingers. And my chain has stayed pretty much spotless especially compared to the wax product I was using previously. Edit, that link seems to just bring me back to this page. Let's try this one https://www.liquidwrench.com/product/chain-cable-lube/ Edited May 18, 2019 by nicksta43 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB4004 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Thanks! this is a great find. costs only $3.73 for 11 oz can and free ship as an add on item at Amazon prime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member betoney Posted May 18, 2019 Supporting Member Share Posted May 18, 2019 9 hours ago, runnerhiker said: I have always lubricated my chains to something much less than manufacturer recommended, but still lubricated it. And I have yet to wear out a sprocket or a chain, including 20k miles on the powerful ZX-14. You must not ride very much or you trade in your bikes early. Not EVER needing to replace a chain is an impossibility, its a consumable item and WILL wear out like tires and brake pads. ***2015 Candy Red FJ-09*** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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