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    Chain Lube

    Hi Folks..

    I discovered a very valuable lesson today...Be VERY Careful when applying spray chain lube...
    Over enthusiasm is not a good thing!
    For some strange reason the rear disk , brake pads and chain lube do not play well, especially when applying the rear brake and trying to stop.

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    Dupont teflon multi use spray lube. clear, works well and no sloppy black greasy sling. Available at Lowes in a blue can.
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      #3
      I use a Loobman chain oiler on my GS.
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        #4
        The problem is that I was stupid and was not paying attention where the over-spray was going....

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          #5
          Right, which is one good reason to use a Loobman.
          "Thought he, it is a wicked world in all meridians; I'll die a pagan."
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          2016 1200 Superlow
          1982 CB900f

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            #6
            I use Maxima Chain Wax and don't even spray it on the chain. This is for a sealed O, X, or whatever ring chain.

            I spray it into a folded rag until there is a large spot about 2" across that is saturated, then grip the chain with the rag and slowly rotate the rear tire until the chain is coated with the stuff. The chain wax is there to prevent rust and facilitate easier cleaning, it is not there to lubricate the chain. The chain is prelubed and sealed at the factory.

            I have never gotten less than 18,000 miles out of a sealed chain, and none of the chains I've purchased in the last ten years for my various bikes have worn out yet.

            Standard, non sealed chain requires frequent lubrication, is messy, and is false economy to use.
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              #7
              I'll second the DuPont Teflon multipurpose lube. Got a X-ring chain going on 25,000 mi. and it looks new. I always bend about a 20 degrees in the tip of the straw, helps keep it where you want it. Spray it on a hot chain at the end of the day, wipe it and the sprocket with a shop cloth, ready to ride in the morning. Absolutely no mess.
              http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ine=1440711157'78 GS1000E, Dyna-S ignition, Dyna Green Coils, K&N pods, Delkevic SS 4-1 exhaust, Dynojet Stage 3 jet kit, Russell SS Brake Lines, Progressive suspension, Compu-Fire series Regulator 55402 and Advmonster cree LED headlight conversion.

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                #8
                Originally posted by OldVet66 View Post
                I'll second the DuPont Teflon multipurpose lube. Got a X-ring chain going on 25,000 mi. and it looks new.
                Yep, 27k and I keep checking for signs of approaching end-of-life. It all looks like new. It's just amazing.

                I use a thick section of newspaper to 'mask' off the brake disc, and aim the stuff in a forward-ish direction. I'm not convinced this keeps the stuff off of my disc, so the cloth idea is the next approach I'll try.

                DuPont has made a change in the product. There's a PDF floating around somewhere, but it's a somewhat different creature now.

                Aha, here's a link.
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                  #9
                  Originally posted by robertbarr View Post
                  DuPont has made a change in the product. There's a PDF floating around somewhere, but it's a somewhat different creature now.

                  Aha, here's a link.
                  I literally just got back from Lowes with a can of this after reading this today. Should I return it and get the "Chain Saver" version?
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                    #10
                    Originally posted by robertbarr View Post

                    DuPont has made a change in the product. There's a PDF floating around somewhere, but it's a somewhat different creature now.

                    Aha, here's a link.
                    I have some of the new stuff and can't tell the difference except it seems thicker if just sprayed and left standing. Since I wipe the chain, I don't think the wax matters. I have used the chain lube in the squeeze bottle, it is harder to apply without wasting. Time will tell I guess.
                    Last edited by OldVet66; 06-23-2014, 07:35 AM.
                    http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ine=1440711157'78 GS1000E, Dyna-S ignition, Dyna Green Coils, K&N pods, Delkevic SS 4-1 exhaust, Dynojet Stage 3 jet kit, Russell SS Brake Lines, Progressive suspension, Compu-Fire series Regulator 55402 and Advmonster cree LED headlight conversion.

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