I did look at ipone on shopee, but wd-40 works too? Will it damage the chain or give not enough lube to it?

thx for the recommendation

from the test done by fortnine @7:05, WD40 passed the test.

i sometimes use WD40 if my chain gets too dirty. clean it with WD40 first , the use mucoff.
if not i just use mucoff (smells nice, fruity).

mucoff chain lube smells like strawberry. first ride after lubing, you can actually catch the strawberry scent.

Kerosene actually is the most recommended cleaner...its even the active ingredient in alot of branded chain cleaners.

Turpentine no coz its petroleum based.

So yes...use kerosene. Not turpentine. Theyre o-ring safe.


As for wd40, should be safe...but the mr diy knock off wd40 better not coz thats also petroleum based.

This post has been edited by mADmAN: Jan 26 2024, 11:51 AM

@7:24
no thanks.

Lol...dunno abt that test tbh...i have doubts.

Got some have rendam orings in multiple fluids...1 guy over a year...n kerosene came out as the best condition o ring. Which ryan even mentioned in that video

Ill save my money n stick to kerosene

This post has been edited by mADmAN: Jan 26 2024, 12:00 PM

yeah, heard that too before.

but i play safe. I will not save money on these things. use proper cleaners.
not taking any chances. oring failure can also cause chain break.
imagine chain break at high speed. you'll be lucky if the chain didn't get snag onto the wheel.
and chain break can cause more damages to the bike.



This post has been edited by skyblu3: Jan 26 2024, 12:07 PM

Using diesel also same cleaning power

cheaper also than chain cleaning aerosol

just the smell and it bad for the environment

This post has been edited by Kaellis: Jan 26 2024, 02:27 PM

http://global.rk-japan.co.jp/maintenance/

https://rubber-group.com/wp-content/uploads...mpatibility.pdf


This post has been edited by alexei: Jan 26 2024, 07:22 PM

O-ring are usually NBR, it is known compatible with kerosene
but, chain manufacturers advise against it

I say if use kerosene, need another oil remover to remove the kerosene before applying any chain lube

if any kerosene goes past the o-ring into the internal lube, it breaks it down and reduces protection - use it just enough to degrease

welp been using diesel and it seems to do ok, so far... was thinking about getting those chain oilers, mixed feelings.

Interesting.....this kinda reverses everything ive learned...hmm...including the smell... Both kerosene n turpuntine smells the same to me.though

Ill still stick to kerosene though as i clean it off before lubing...plus ive been using it for 8 years n ok so far...

But maybe ill look into diesel....

maybe in doing something wrong and making a huge mess, but diesel is very oily. the cleaning job after is... tedious

Naah...friends who use diesel.oso.complain abt how tough it is to remove the diesel....its sticker than kerosene

Today my wife & I added the obligatory accessories to her Trident 660 to make it commuting ready.

1) Unit Garage XL windscreen
2) Aluminium bellypan
3) Healtech Thunderbox
4) Paddock stand bobbins
5) Cat-proof mesh seat cover

Still outstanding - SW Motech SLC pannier racks & SW Motech WP Sysbag panniers & crash bars (still in transit).


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anyone grease your fork seals?

get it and forget about chain cleaning
but that dirt will go to your wheel
my rims are black so couldn't care less

i use silicone spray to keep the clip from rusting and seals in mint condition

clip? your bike has conventional forks?