We will also explain the difference between traditional spray lubrication and continuous chain lubrication, the method my father, Fraser Scott, invented in the 1970s. Anti-corrosive properties along with enhanced wear protection have earned it high acclaim from Motorcycle Consumer News, WebBikeWorld and numerous other publications. I’d be interested to know how it holds up. The name stands for “water displacement” with the 40 referencing the number of attempts it took to create. Only had some Pedro’s wet weather lube to hand so i’ll try the silicone stuff tomorrow, i’ll pack the wet lube just in case though! http://www.whitelightningco.com/products/index.htm, I've been useing the silicone spray for about 11/2yrs now with my current bike and around 2 yrs on my old bike and the silicone works very well IMO, i've been useing it on o-ring chain much cleaner and lubes as good as any specific chain lube. WD-40 Specialist Motorbike Chain Lube is ideal for the care of your bike. I spray it with cheap all purpose lube(including silicone lube), spin the wheel a few times, then blow it out with compressed air and wipe it off with a rag. Sometimes you’ll hear that WD-40 is only for removing water and keeping things rust-fre… Fresh Goods Friday 533 – The Too Much Weather Edition, Editor’s Choice Awards 2020 – Hannah and Ross pick their favourites, Deviate Highlander Long Term Test Bike Build, This topic has 11 replies, 7 voices, and was last updated. I'm doing an experiment with a DID ERT2 where I never lube it. Yup, SRAM PC951 9-speed chain. making it a little bit oily and still clean at the same time Since then I have taken over as Scottoiler Managing Director and thanks to I’d get it on quick smart and give it as long as possible to dry before riding. By Login/cookie issues? It quickly penetrates moisture and lubricates moving parts to leave a long lasting protective film. Silicone spray not as good as dedicated chain lubes: I've hassled with chains longer than I care to admit. An o ring chain may be different but I will never run my chain dry, but anyways its about worn out and I'm going to get a DID o ring chain and some new sprockets and see how long they last. Do not clean the bike when it’s hot, do it when it’s cool. Remember your motorcycle can probably do 100+ mph and it was tested doing that speed in wet conditions. The liquid seeps into every part of the chain, and provides an all-over coat that keeps working, even in the driest conditions. Better than most stuff ya buy at the local shop, and better than WD-40. Related Products. Silicone Lubricant Spray 3 in 1 400ml High Performance Multipurpose Rapid Drying. If I don't lube my non o-ring chain the links will start to lock up, I use motor oil, chain lube, or whatever I have. It doesn't collect dirt like chain lubes do, and the chain is lasting much longer than the chain I had previously that I religiously sprayed with Maxima Chain Wax. Muc-Off Chain Cleaner, 400 Millilitres - Water-Soluble, Biodegradable Bike Chain Cleaner Spray - Suitable For All Bicycle Chains ... Advanced Motorcycle Shine Spray For A Glossy Finish - Protects And Helps To Prevent Dirt Adhesion 4.5 out of 5 stars 91. Walmart started selling White lighting chain oil which is also good. byebi, March 24, 2009 in General Dirt Bike Discussion. Would this stuff be ok to use on my chain? The topic ‘Using silicone spray as a dry lube?’ is closed to new replies. For us though the ease of application when it comes to spray lubes simply tips them ahead as the better option. Or for fast and hassle-free cleaning, try Total Wash. Fast results with no need to buff out. Now to start the wash Yes, you can use a silicone lube. Spray directly onto chain while rotating the wheel to cover all links Packaging. Wd-40 is not a lubricant that you want to put on a chain it will remove any lube that is there and actually make it worse. Only 5 left in stock (more on the way). (almost) Like scaredypants said, the factory stuff is fine if you just run the chain through a cloth dampened with white spirits (not degreaser!!). It is not designed to be a lubricant and using it on your motorcycle chain can reduce the life of your chain in comparison with using lubricants designed specifically for motorcycles. On a chain that is, will it work? i ride bmx and you should wipe your chain clean off all grease and spray lube first. Silicone spray is a lube right, will it last on a chain? Normally i use Pedro’s Ice Wax as a dry lube, seems to last all day without squeaks but i ran out and didn’t buy anymore. MSDS 346-chain-lube-375-ml . 4.5 out of 5 stars (27) 27 product ratings - Bike chain cleaner oil spray motorcycle Lubricant silicone grease rust remover . Our formula works to give deep lubrication and is compatible with all types of bike chain, including O, X and Y rings. Classifieds Rules The only problem is that it’s so clear that much of it disappears as it dries. How To Lubricate Your Motorcycle Chain | MC Garage - YouTube Use Specialist Motorbike Silicone Shine for You can add a deeper gloss finish to your paintwork with Specialist Motorbike Wax & Polish too. So, first thing to note. It is better to carefully lube your chain with what you have than not to lube at all. based lubes/oils do and figured I could use it on my chain. It’s a hard enough job as it is! You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Ride motorcycles too and if you think chain maintenance is a chore on your bicycle, try a bigger one with a motor! Garage Door: Silicone will stay slick, even in extreme temperatures. It's lasted through 2 bikes now. This Autoglym Active Insect Remover (around £8.50) is one of the best - just spray it on and leave it to do its thing for 30 seconds, before simply wiping away the encrusted insects. Privacy Whether you’ve got a squeaky door hinge, a rusty lock or a bolt that you just can’t turn, MO-94 is all you need. It might be too light and just end up being expelled under the force of cranking, so my guess is that you’ll only get a few miles before it starts making noises – depending of course on how much of the factory stuff you’ve got out, what you used to get it out, and how dry the chain was when you applied the silicone. Use silicone spray to keep the snow from sticking to your shovel. DuPont Teflon lubricant 11 oz has been tested and used extensively in the motorcycle industry for over a decade. It drives out excess water to prevent rust and corrosion in bolts and on your chain before re-lubrication. It took them 40 times to figure out the formula that is now known as WD-40. It's lasted through 2 bikes now. Do you always lube new chains? Bought some silicone spray the other day to fettle my forks, just put a new chain on and realised i don’t have any dry lube for this lovely weather. Other than that you’ll be fine. hey guys and gals, just wondering if its ok/safe to use silicone spray lube on oring chains, or chains at all really. Something like White Lightening? FAST & FREE. They were trying to create solvents and degreasers that would prevent rust. £8.99 to £33.99. I have been running it since last spring and it is still going. Go to the local bike shop and get some chain oil. It would work in a pinch but a light oil or something specifically made for the application will work much better and last a lot longer. Not trying to hijack the thread, but has anyone ever tried bicycle "self cleaning" chain wax on an MX bike? MO-94 works on just about anything! I never leave the packing grease on a new chain as i find it invariably attracts all the junk flying around and then sticks like glue. When I read that, I figured we had to give it a try. I used TF2 stuff last summer, works fine. A multi-purpose penetrating lubricant for chains, hinges locks, castors, fishing reels, tools etc. Copyright© ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved. To avoid salty water getting in and shorting your electrics out, unplug the connector blocks and spray silicone grease in – it will be free-flowing initially but will eventually solidify. 8). It washes away rather easily leaving your chain unprotected and un-lubricated. Contact Us Special offers and product promotions. Silicone spray is an excellent lubricant and can be used for your bike chains if you do not ride frequently. Depending on the tackifiers and thickeners used in the blend, it can range from slippery/ waxy to a sticky substance. That to me sounds as daft as using hairspray to put grips on, toothpaste for polish and all the other substances that aren’t intended to do specific jobs on all the things mountainbikers try and put them on. Bought some silicone spray the other day to fettle my forks, just put a new chain on and realised i don’t have any dry lube for this lovely weather. Premier Club The pre-wash and rinse. Features. Discover more about the product information and specifics on motorex.com. The new stuff that Shimano use is very good and usually fine for a couple of rides, so I presume that you have a SRAM or KMC chain. I generally use one of those on bike chain cleaner contraptions with citrus degrease and lube it every three to five rides or more frequently during the rainy season here. Silicone is not for metal to metal contact – it does not lubricate properly and will cause galling AFAIAA. Or Is It Miles? Water will work if you have nothing else – it just won’t last very long. You’ve paid money for a new chain. Link Removal This means that it can be difficult to know how well it really works to lube the chain…althoug… MO-94 is our all-round spray. WD-40 was created in 1953 by a small company called Rocket Chemical Comapny. Chain lube attracts sand and grit, which is abrasive and wears things out. Chain waxes suck. It's not a scientific project, but I'm amusing myself, and confirming my theory that less is more. Bike chain cleaner oil spray motorcycle Lubricant silicone grease rust remover . Anyway, onto the wash. Wet or Dry lubes depend on the riding conditions and where you live. spray some tri flo or dw 40 on an old towel and wipe the chain with the rag. motorcycle chains, the process of chain wear, and the benefits of automatic chain lubrication. Chain sprays either work, or they don’t. Looking at the sales figures, most bikers agree with us. I am doing the same thing with my ERT2 chain. Forum Rules By penetrating deep into crevices, this formula helps protect the chain from rust and breakage. It’s also helpful to apply a spot of grease to the terminals and making sure they are tight. The WD stands for Water Displacement, and it is designed to disperse water away from metal parts to prevent rust. WD-40 has also launched a whole range of motorcycle specific products called “Specialist Motorbike” The name WD-40 has been so synonymous with motorcycle riders and mechanics that we seem to just reach out for the blue and yellow can and spray it on whenever … Always degrease the chain before fitting it so needs lubing. or Best Offer. The key is to be clean. tl;dr - keep the nozzle at least half a metre from the bike and don’t spray straight into bearings. You will always find devotees of paste lube who will insist that it clearly the best motorcycle chain lube option. I have some of it and have ran out of chain lube and wondering if this would be OK. http://www.acehardwaresuperstore.com/liquid-wrench-heavy-duty-silicone-lubricant-p-66363.html?osCsid=bcf79751829f99b04bd293378cc36681, go for it. This saves you effort in re-lubricating your chain. It is highly recommended that you do not use Multi-Purpose WD-40 on your motorcycle chain. http://www.whitelightningco.com/products/index.htm. then if its rusty i would say buy a new 1. you can get 1 for about 7 dollars or so at a local bike shop. Free postage . It is not optimal for use on chains though. Nukeproof Giga Launched: A Super-Enduro shouldn’t descend AND climb this well! Lubricants. I never considered that DuPont would develop a motorcycle chain lube, but the fine print claims that the lubricant “lasts 3 to 5 times longer in friction testing against other leading brands” and that it’s recommended for use on chains, as it is “O-Ring Safe”. Sliding Glass Doors: Spray the sliding door track with silicone spray to keep it moving smoothly. . The “Improved Formula” Liquid Wrench chain lube is a pretty close approximation of the original and sorely missed DuPont Teflon Multi-Use Dry Wax Lubricant (review). 538 sold. Silicone would be a good lubricant for O-ring chains from a chemically reactive standpoint. Which make? The problem is buildup. I'll clean it and spray is with WD or a silicone spray, then wipe all of it off that I can, so it is dry to the touch. Wipe the excess lube, even just using silicone instead of white spirits, and ride it. i got some silicone spray layin around and i was wondering if anyone new whether it was a good chain lube or not? Chain lube attracts sand and grit, which is abrasive and wears things out. Could be an interesting experiment in this dry, dusty weather at the moment – will report back. You have actual chain lube, for chains and you want to use something that isn’t chain lube, on your chain. I think you’ll be cringing at the sound of metal on metal after 5 miles. WD-40 Specialist ® Roller Chain Non-Fling Lubricant sprays on thin to penetrate deep into roller chains, inner chain links, pins and bushings, and then thickens to provide long-lasting lubrication, even with chains operating at a high RPMs. Next. DuPont Teflon Chain Saver, 11 oz: Dry, self cleaning lubricant I'll clean it and spray is with WD or a silicone spray, then wipe all of it off that I can, so it is dry to the touch. £6.98. Lubricants. In fact I intend to pick some more up now the weather is good! 12 x 375ml Downloads. Newsletter Settings, Viewing 12 posts - 1 through 12 (of 12 total), Premier Partners for Singletrack issues & exclusive subscriber perks, Metcheck MTB Weather Forecasts At A Glance, Singletrack Wisecracker Headset Spacer Bottle Opener, Vali Höll Joins New RockShox Trek Race Team of Youngsters. Technical Info Sheets 346 TDS Chain Lube. It’s not going to collect any more crap than if you use a wet lube on it! It won't hurt it, but I'm not sure it'll do much. I use it sometimes on the chain, mechs and other stuff just to drive some of the water away after cleaning. O-rings, typically made of Nitrile (Buna), have low reactivity to silicone oil and silicone greases. Stay away from silicone, motor oil, 3 in 1 oil is vegetable based and will gum things up. It sprays on as a clear liquid with a petroleum aroma and dries nearly completely, leaving a slightly oily film. SILICONE SPRAY SPRAY from our Motorcycle collection. Best Motorcycle Chain Lube FAQ: Q: What is motorcycle chain lube? but if its not rusty. But… it’s a new chain? wot 3fish said – leave the packing gunk on the chain (wet a rag with degreaser & wipe off the outside excess if you want). NUMBER FIVE SPRAY. However, as silicone spray has a chance of getting washed out, it would be better for you to get a special bike chain lube if you ride frequently. I'm doing an experiment with a DID ERT2 where I never lube it. Pipedream’s New SRS48 Fork Has Zero Millimetres of Travel. Already cleaned off now so a bit academic, i’ll try the silicone stuff and see. £7.95. As an all round chain lube I like the Motorcycle teflon dry lube, It doesn't collect crud and make a hell of a mess like the wet lube but it does mean more frequent lubing required. Actually, there is a third common option, where they sort of do work, but they also drive you mad. That’s why i’m taking the wet lube as well, the chain will have overnight to dry, just done it now. 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