jeff martin
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posted September 21, 2007 08:02 PM
whats the best lube !
this should get some good answers, But the whats the best chain lube or should i say most popular.
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Stage XXX Mr Turbo ZX14
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posted September 21, 2007 08:04 PM
Chain Wax is what I use --- works good
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NinjaNick
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posted September 21, 2007 09:35 PM
WD-40
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THEMADKAW
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posted September 22, 2007 05:11 AM
wd-40 is the best but only if you want to do it every other day.
i like the motul, but believe it or not i've been hearing alot of good stuff about the harley brand. may try it next, just to see what happens.
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MakennaEllen
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posted September 22, 2007 05:17 AM
 Edited By: MakennaEllen on 22 Sep 2007 06:17
WD-40 being a pentrating lubricant/solvent it will get around the rings in your chain and disolve the grease that is in there. Before long you will be running a dry chain.
Chain wax is the way to go IMO.
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NinjaNick
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posted September 22, 2007 05:18 AM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 22 Sep 2007 06:22
Yeah, many people that never experienced with WD will say that. I think the chains with 20,000+ miles practically can speak for themselves. 
Also,.....it even SAYS it's for lubing "CHAINS" on the can! Best all around shit there is. Hell put it on a cut and it'll heal over night practically. 
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hopeitsfast
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posted September 22, 2007 05:53 AM
i use wax (bel-ray)
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jeff martin
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posted September 22, 2007 06:29 AM
Never heard of anyone using wd-40, Putting it on everyday would be a pain in the ass. Does wd-40 make a on board injector kit lol. I think i will try the bel-ray wax.
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MakennaEllen
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posted September 22, 2007 07:13 AM
Nick - I was an automotive mechanic by trade so I think I am experienced with WD-40 and what it can or cannot do.
20K maybe, but how many times have you had to adjust he chain for stretch over that period.
Jeff, whatever works best for you is the chain lube of choice.
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jeff martin
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posted September 22, 2007 07:17 AM
Edited By: jeff martin on 22 Sep 2007 08:18
Thanks ! I was just looking for a chain lube that doesnt splatter crap all over my wheels that takes a act of god to remove i guess i should of been more specific.
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connman
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posted September 22, 2007 07:51 AM
WD-40.
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ZXLNT
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posted September 22, 2007 07:55 AM
No matter what lube you use, lube your chain when you GET BACK FROM RIDING, not before. That way your chain is warm and the lube can soak in and let the solvent evaporate..
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posted September 22, 2007 08:08 AM
chains need lube?
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Stage XXX Mr Turbo ZX14
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posted September 22, 2007 08:16 AM
You could always put some KY on it LOL
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iflyems
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posted September 22, 2007 08:58 AM
WD40 is nothing more than Kerosene/jet fuel. Its a solvent, and nothing more. Its great if you wanna clean your chain, but I use Honda Chain wax on mine.
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stevewfl
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posted September 22, 2007 09:11 AM
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WD40 is nothing more than Kerosene/jet fuel. Its a solvent, and nothing more. Its great if you wanna clean your chain, but I use Honda Chain wax on mine.
+1
Honda chain wax! I used some belray once and it left silver crap all over my chain
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jeff martin
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posted September 22, 2007 09:23 AM
Thanks ! if its as good as there bike spray i will be happy. Off to the honda shop monday.
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posted September 22, 2007 09:26 AM
motul street lube. use wd 40 to clean first then motul
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stevewfl
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posted September 22, 2007 09:31 AM
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Thanks ! if its as good as there bike spray i will be happy. Off to the honda shop monday.
its pricey stuff but works great and a can lasts a long time
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BIGZXDADDY
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posted September 22, 2007 09:45 AM
am i'm the only one who still uses gear oil?
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jeff martin
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posted September 22, 2007 09:47 AM
My grandpa used gear oil on grandma.
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BIGZXDADDY
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posted September 22, 2007 10:14 AM
talk about git-r-done, damn grampa
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stevewfl
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posted September 22, 2007 10:33 AM
Edited By: stevewfl on 22 Sep 2007 11:38
Genuine Honda : HP Chain Lube ( 19 fl. oz ) (Full Size)
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iflyems
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posted September 22, 2007 11:47 AM
That's the stuff I use....works great.
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NinjaNick
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posted September 23, 2007 08:16 PM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 23 Sep 2007 21:52
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Never heard of anyone using wd-40, Putting it on everyday would be a pain in the ass. Does wd-40 make a on board injector kit lol. I think i will try the bel-ray wax.
When I'm done riding my bike for the day it's always on stands. Wake up next morning and soak a paper towel in WD-40 and spin the wheel while rubbing the soaked rag on the chain. Takes ummm...15-20seconds I think everyone will tell you. You're right..20seconds is WAY too long. lol  
I know MORE that use WD than shitty, thick, horsepower robbing, dirt collecting, chain lube. I don't care who is a mechanic, doesn't mean you know what works. Until you HAVE experience with it on your own bike chain...you can't REALLY speak about it. You just know what your opinion is. That is all. 
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