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chuter
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Which lube to use?

Postby chuter » Sun May 19, 2013 8:10 am

Every couple years I change my chain. I don't buy the expensive o-ring chain.
I've been using "Chain Wax" from local Honda shop. I lube every couple times I ride, per instructions. It appears there's substantial build up on the chain. Because it's kind of thick I'm not sure it really penetrates well.
Which lube do you folks prefer?

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Re: Which lube to use?

Postby Mainerider » Sun May 19, 2013 8:54 am

Chain wax is very sticky and every time you spray it on without wiping off the old coating you are accumulating more of it on your chain; naturally, all road grime adheres to it as well. Either apply it less often or use a thinner, quality spray such as Spectro Z Clean Chain Lube.

Better yet, save yourself time, money and effort and buy a better grade chain; a high-tensile strength, o-ring or x-ring chain is well worth the added cost, in terms of reduced chain adjustments, longer life and less maintenance hassles.
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Re: Which lube to use?

Postby chuter » Tue May 21, 2013 7:50 am

Didn't find any Spectro locally so I picked up some "Pro Honda" High Performance chain lube. I'll see how that does. It was only $6 for the can.


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