Echo Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 I have been trying to clean the chain and rear sprocket but have to work like hell for every inch. is there a solvent or a magic brush that I don't know about? im using a rag. nothing else. the crap seems to be made of sand/dirt and chain lube. help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 I have been trying to clean the chain and rear sprocket but have to work like hell for every inch. is there a solvent or a magic brush that I don't know about? im using a rag. nothing else. the crap seems to be made of sand/dirt and chain lube. help! I used brake cleaner and a wire brush once. Was told that the brake cleaner will fuck up the O-rings if you don't lube it after you clean it. But for me....worked like a charm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echo Posted April 27, 2008 Author Share Posted April 27, 2008 CRIPES! you move fast! thanks for the info. ima give it a try tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicholy Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 I used some leftover Coleman fuel. As soon as it touched the crap on the side plates it just fell away. I would caution against soaking the o-rings. Be sure to relube the chain as soon as you are done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetXX Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 I use orange wipes that I get at the store. Wipe the crap off and throw them away. Works great!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcinpdx Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 Check out this thread. Lots of good info in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaygermeister Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 I use good ol WD-40 and paper towels to clean up the goop (not to lub). Whiping the face of each link sucks though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrxxquad Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 engine oil is the best cleaner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 Kerosine and old T-shirts cut into rags. Perfectly safe. Works fast. I store the rags in an old trashed skillet w/lid so there is no fire risk when they are stored. On the road (for long trips), I carry a small container with Kerosine and a jar with a rag you can keep sealed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beondwacko Posted April 27, 2008 Share Posted April 27, 2008 That'll do the job !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobicus Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Honda polish... or the replacement not Honda Polish stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooplehead Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Use more chain lube. If that don't work, buy another chain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fonzie Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 I use good ol WD-40 and paper towels to clean up the goop (not to lub). Whiping the face of each link sucks though. Ditto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CxBXR Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Pressure washer w/degreaser setting . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrbear Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 The biggest concern with cleaning the chain is damaging the o-rings. I have always used WD40 its good on the ole orings and for a lube after I clean the chain is bel ray super clean chain lube its a white lithium grease I beleive. Also be sure to clean your sprockets, chain slider on swingarm, and remove your front sprocket cover and clean that out. No since cleaning the chain if its just going to run right through all that dirt again and fuck up the chain.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearXX Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 I use CRC SP350 store and lube as lube. It cleans all dirt of and lubes the chain. But I have to lube more often. About every 500 KM or 300 miles And the chain lasts longer. About 45 000 km or 27 000 miles. I check the chain regularly, and adjust it one or twice a year. http://www.labsafety.com/search/CRC/21653/...&type=brand TECHNICAL DATA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimack Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Before i got the pro-oiler I used CRC electronic cleaner, then lubed. The electronic cleaner is good it cleans out all the shit, crap and corruption then dries up and no harm done. A can a clean at 2 bucks a can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 I'll use kerosene on the chain if it's really hideous. I take it off and wipe /scrub the sides really well. As for the rest of that area, I use that white cold gelly type stuff that they sell in the automotive area to clean your hands. it doesn't have any pumus (sp?) or anything in it and it works very very very well for cutting through the grease. Requires a brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVLXX Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 NO WD-40..... EVER ! Kerosene, Diesel, motor oil, Automatic tranny fluid, etc. But No Solvents or Liquid wrench type fluids... ever.... especially Brake cleaner.... just one application and your O-rings will never be the same again As for Lube... I'm back to using just 80-90W, and if you us enough of it... your chain stays clean, imagine that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banshee Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 I have used WD-40, but you spray it on a cloth, then wipe it over, not spray on the chain. Either that or el-cheapo spray degreaser that you then gently hose off. With for the chain to dry then relube. In the interim until the pro oiler gets it adequately covered, I have used, (once), G-96... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Para045 Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 I bought myself a Kettenmax chain cleaner which I used with Kero and it did a great job of cleaning the chain a couple of months ago then I just wiped the excess crap off with a rag while slowly spinning the wheel I have only cleaned the chain the once in 38 000km I used to just use Little tubes of Castrol chain lube as I got about 20 odd from the guy I bought the bike off but lately have been using Penetrene on the chain to loosen the links then normal motor oil and it works OK for a while but I am due for a new chain and sprockets and will put on a Scottoiler before I change them :icon_think: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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