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Old 04-08-2008, 03:22 AM   #1
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After reading the other thread, I figured I would try some Motorex Chain Clean, other than that what will I need? I assume some kind of brush to clean it with and then some brand of lube to put on it after I am done cleaning it. Will the Suzuki stuff work? I am ordering a couple OEM parts and at this point it wouldn't be a big deal to have them throw some in.

From the other thread I gathered that it would be a good idea to clean, then dry and lube the chain once the bike is parked so that it has the opportunity to sit overnight.

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Old 04-08-2008, 04:33 AM   #2
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After reading the other thread, I figured I would try some Motorex Chain Clean, other than that what will I need? I assume some kind of brush to clean it with and then some brand of lube to put on it after I am done cleaning it. Will the Suzuki stuff work? I am ordering a couple OEM parts and at this point it wouldn't be a big deal to have them throw some in.

From the other thread I gathered that it would be a good idea to clean, then dry and lube the chain once the bike is parked so that it has the opportunity to sit overnight.

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Grab "the grunge brush". Works well.

Also, motorex makes a kit that has chain cleaner, chain lube, a rag, and a mini can of chain lube for your cowl. It's what I use. Good stuff.

And you don't need to let it sit overnight.
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I use the grunge brush and WD40 to clean my chain. Some might tell you that WD40 is no good. They are lying. Clean the chain then go for a little ride to get the chain warm. Then you lube and let it sit over night. This assures that you don't fling the lube off the chain and all over your bike.
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With the chain clean, I use a grunge brush, but I don't think you NEED one. Just a few towels.
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With the chain clean, I use a grunge brush, but I don't think you NEED one. Just a few towels.
I used a toothbrush before I got the grungie.
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Thanks for the pics CEO. I used the Motorex stuff but it seemed that 1 can wasn't enough for me.

I am going to try it again today with Kerosene. How exactly do you lube your chain? The stuff is quite messy!
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i clean the chain real good, take a 5-15 minute ride and then put it on the rear stand.. use a rag to block the overspray.. heated chain + lube = lube sticking to chain..

well i clocked 550 miles on the new chain so not waiting for the motul chain clean - going for the kerosene to try that first and guess i have to stick with the chain wax for now.. my motul shit is backordered..
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i clean the chain real good, take a 5-15 minute ride and then put it on the rear stand.. use a rag to block the overspray.. heated chain + lube = lube sticking to chain..

well i clocked 550 miles on the new chain so not waiting for the motul chain clean - going for the kerosene to try that first and guess i have to stick with the chain wax for now.. my motul shit is backordered..

How liberal should I be with the lube? I assume I don't want to cake the chain in it?
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