Chain Cleaner and Chain Lube

NoGoodID · May 30th, 2012, 09:38 PM

So I haven't had to clean/lube a chain in a while...last bikes have BMW's with shaft drive...any recommendations on the best chain cleaner and best chain lube?

Xbox · May 31st, 2012, 02:16 AM

I always used to brush a little gear-oil on my chain.

Guess its a bit old-school, so would love to hear peoples views.

Phil · May 31st, 2012, 02:30 AM

haven't found the right cleaner yet, but once it is clean I will use "profi dry lube" like on all bikes in the past. veeery clean and still ggood lubrication and corrosion protection

motomat · May 31st, 2012, 02:49 AM

for cleaning I'm using lighting kerosene, and then the best lube PDL (profi dry lube)...

zvez · May 31st, 2012, 11:52 AM

I use wd 40 (just sprayed on a cloth) and wipe the chain down.

I use the dupont DuPont Motorcycle Chain Lubes for 2012 - webBikeWorld

THe good thing is it doesnt fling and doesnt cake badly. Bad news is you need to lube more frequently
Chris

Gunny Fitz · May 31st, 2012, 01:25 PM

Dude the bike is brand new! I wouldn't be messing with that chain for awhile yet! Unless you goal is to get all the stuff off that comes on a brand new chain and flies up onto your tail section?

PaddockStand · May 31st, 2012, 01:46 PM

Need to be careful you don't use anything that will rot the rubber o rings in the chain, plain old parafin is good for cleaning. Get a kettenmax too, they do a great job.

zaster · May 31st, 2012, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zvez

I use wd 40 (just sprayed on a cloth) and wipe the chain down.

I use the dupont DuPont Motorcycle Chain Lubes for 2012 - webBikeWorld

Chris

good choice

I use the same for my Ducs

Just bought a can of Lucas chain lube part# 10393. Is supposed to be the best for motorcycle chains.
...and yes, you should do the cleaning/lubing at least every 500 miles if you want your chain and sprockets to last.

MUNDMAN · October 6th, 2012, 10:50 AM

I was told no Wd-40. It will dry out the rubber o-rings. I use Kerosene and will look into PDL

LDucati 1199S · October 7th, 2012, 09:14 AM

Motorex for chain cleaner and Chain Wax for lube works great.

jyli19 · October 7th, 2012, 03:34 PM

Kerosene, never use WD40.

gman74 · October 8th, 2012, 04:48 AM

I have always used kerosene since I have access to it working in the turbine engine field. However, when I took my bike in for the first service I was amazed how quickly the mechanic was using Motul Cleaner and lube. Kerosene always took (me) a long time whereas the Motul was quick and effortless. It's my first choice now.

mark419ny · October 8th, 2012, 06:00 AM

i use the dupont chain lube but havnt done it to this bike yet.

DR14 · October 8th, 2012, 07:22 AM

I use Motorex for cleaner and lube and the grunge brush to start with:
Simple Solutions Grunge Brush - Street Bike - Motorcycle Superstore

MOTOREX PRODUCT DETAIL

Britabroad · October 8th, 2012, 07:40 AM

Hi guys, I don't yet own a panigale and that is why I am here gathering info when I stumbled across this thread.
I use Motul chain cleaner and chain lube (road) on my street triple and zx-10r, after moving here from the uk 3 years ago and trying many different variations I have found this type to have the best anti fling properties (if applied properly) and as of this moment I haven't experienced any damage to the x-rings. One thing I would add though, every third clean I remove the front sprocket cover and clean in there thoroughly, it's the only way to stop the lube gathering in this area, if you get a build up here it drips out of the bottom when hot, I don't think there is a lube out there that wouldn't do this when hot.
Granted, I do live in a place where it doesn't really rain so I haven't tried the extreme lubes, but for me and my situation motul has been the best.

mark419ny · October 8th, 2012, 09:31 AM

oh i use the grudge brush and the finish line de greaser to clean the dupont chain lube to well lube it lol

mark419ny · October 8th, 2012, 09:40 AM

oh i use the grudge brush and the finish line de greaser to clean the dupont chain lube to well lube it lol

mig1199 · October 15th, 2012, 11:21 PM

YOU CAN USE WD40....for as long as its used for cleaning purposes only.
After using WD40....dry it up by using an old towel and spray any non-fling type chain lube/chain wax that is good for O-Rings AFTER using WD40.

Never use WD40 alone without the follow up spray of a good branded chain lube/wax. There are many good brands, like Maxima, PJ1, Motorex, Motul etc...etc... just make sure they are the non-fling type and made specifically for O-rings. I have been doing it for years and my chain life and sprocket lasts more than the recommended replacement schedules.

Miguel
Philippines
1199"S" w/abs

Scotsdude · October 16th, 2012, 02:53 AM

Wurth Dry Chain Lube - I swear by this stuff, no mess at all. They even have a tiny 150ml can for overnighters...

One tip is to put it on when the chain is warm so that it can work right in.

Sleekstyle · October 16th, 2012, 06:40 AM

Motul all the way and just found out my local Ducati dealer uses the same

May 30th, 2012, 09:38 PM	#1
NoGoodID Member Joined: Mar 2012 From: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 I Ride: 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale S (ABS); and 2010 BMW K1300S	Chain Cleaner and Chain Lube So I haven't had to clean/lube a chain in a while...last bikes have BMW's with shaft drive...any recommendations on the best chain cleaner and best chain lube?

October 15th, 2012, 11:21 PM	#18
mig1199 Senior Member Joined: May 2012 From: Philippines Posts: 304 Thanks: 16	YOU CAN USE WD40....for as long as its used for cleaning purposes only. After using WD40....dry it up by using an old towel and spray any non-fling type chain lube/chain wax that is good for O-Rings AFTER using WD40. Never use WD40 alone without the follow up spray of a good branded chain lube/wax. There are many good brands, like Maxima, PJ1, Motorex, Motul etc...etc... just make sure they are the non-fling type and made specifically for O-rings. I have been doing it for years and my chain life and sprocket lasts more than the recommended replacement schedules. Miguel Philippines 1199"S" w/abs Last edited by mig1199; October 15th, 2012 at 11:25 PM.

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