Inspired by someone else cleaning antics...

[dizzyblonde]

Originally Posted by yorkie_chris

I quite like the castrol racing chain lube, .

So do we, but we ran out Seems to last too. I don't like flingy stuff, but I don't like really dry lube either.
Didn't think you liked posh stuff Chris!

[Bluepete]

It's good, the Tiger chain was stripped soon after purchase and PDL applied. I'm on 8500 miles now and the chain has only been adjusted once. Shame really as I bought a torque wrench and specific socket for it!

You only need a bit, but it's sensitive to water. Plus, as there's no oil on the chain, the links get a bit of surface rust. Easy to rub off though, if so inclined.

Big can is a tenner, lasts a season.

Pete

[dizzyblonde]

Sensitive to water??

But its a lubricant....and its always soddin rainin ere!!!
Won't last a full season in this house, I take care to blather every chain with copious amounts, I can't help it

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Originally Posted by Bluepete

Is the adjustment range marking accurate? Looks like a new chain is recommended.

What is PJ1?

I use PDL, a dry wax. Makes the chain white though.

Pete )

That's a damn good question, I'm hoping its just an trick of the eye because of the angle the picture has been taken. Annoyingly I have no more photos that really show the idicator. Even more annoyingly is I'm locked in the house and Kerry has taken my keys to the gym so I can't check and you've got me worried lol

I have one photo, but it's still a funny angle. I'll check when she gets home.




The Castrol wax pretty much covered the back wheel as soon as you put it on. PJ1 Blue label is good stuff, I love it, it's really stick though. Did 10k+ on the 600rr without ever needing to adjust the chain.

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Originally Posted by dizzyblonde

I'm sorry, but I think your idea of 'utterly minging' are completely wrong!!

So, never mind the before and after....what about the bit in the middle, how did you clean it?

It wasn't yorkiechris or binky filty, but it was fairly dirty lol.

Cleaning was, white spirit, small medium bristle paintbrush, kitchen towel and patience because I don't have a paddock stand for this bike yet

Originally Posted by Holdup

You got a repsol blade then

Have fun keeping those wheels clean

Yep, it's a nightmare, should be easier with the PJ1 as it flicks much less. Gave the wheels a real good coat of wax this afternoon, so although they will get minging, they should just wipe clean.

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Originally Posted by Bluepete

Is the adjustment range marking accurate? Looks like a new chain is recommended.

What is PJ1?

I use PDL, a dry wax. Makes the chain white though.

Pete )

It's fine, you bugger! (heart attack)

It's right on the good side of the green block, amazing what a photo can do.

Originally Posted by G

It's fine, you bugger! (heart attack)

It's right on the good side of the green block, amazing what a photo can do.

I must admit, it does look like the adjuster is in the red !!
If it was I'd take it back to the dealer, with that many miles it should've been perfect.

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Originally Posted by specialone

I must admit, it does look like the adjuster is in the red !!
If it was I'd take it back to the dealer, with that many miles it should've been perfect.

I know your getting a bit forgetful with old age prince phillip... but it's perfect as the post you qouted suggests

Originally Posted by G

I know your getting a bit forgetful with old age prince phillip... but it's perfect as the post you qouted suggests

Er, yes, I did read it, I was speaking IF it was in the red !!

Tbh, I'd chop the blade mate, with a chain that worn it's not worth much now, I'll give you £1000 for the bike and that's being generous

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Ha clearly I should have spent more time reading your post lol... damn old age is contagious.

£1000, sounds like a good deal... done