Over the years of having chain drive I’ve used different ways of cleaning/application. Off the shelf (like PJ1), chain wax, spray on foaming lube, kerosene or diesel and gear oil. Today I had to clean the factory grease of the my new Tracer and apply new lube
I’ve gone back to my favorite method. I use WD40 to clean, and then what might be a unique way to apply the lube. This took me finding the tool I’d misplaced for some years ago. I'd found it a couple weeks ago while reorganizing my garage.
I had and worked with horses for several years. In that time I’d acquired several large syringes and needles to give shots.
I also used them to apply oil on the O-rings of my motorcycle chain. I get precise drops on each ring causing less “fling” and using less oil. I carry it with me and get about 20 chain lubes from a 20ml syringe.
I used chainsaw bar oil for this application. It takes 3-5 minutes to lube the chain and packs in the under seat storage area.
I find it easy and quick while on the road. It might not be so handy for someone with trypanophobia (fear of needles).
I’ve gone back to my favorite method. I use WD40 to clean, and then what might be a unique way to apply the lube. This took me finding the tool I’d misplaced for some years ago. I'd found it a couple weeks ago while reorganizing my garage.
I had and worked with horses for several years. In that time I’d acquired several large syringes and needles to give shots.
I also used them to apply oil on the O-rings of my motorcycle chain. I get precise drops on each ring causing less “fling” and using less oil. I carry it with me and get about 20 chain lubes from a 20ml syringe.
I used chainsaw bar oil for this application. It takes 3-5 minutes to lube the chain and packs in the under seat storage area.
I find it easy and quick while on the road. It might not be so handy for someone with trypanophobia (fear of needles).
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