Hi all
I took my bike out for a ride, and at the end I heard a knocking/clicking type sound as I was rolling the bike into the garage.
It seemed to be coming from the chain area/ front sprocket/back sprocket area. It's most apparent if I'm slowly rotating the wheel and then quietens down a bit as the wheel goes faster. Also, you could "feel" the knocking through the wheel as you rotate it.
However, after leaving the bike for a bit the noise seemed to quieten down for the most part.
My question is (sorry for the rambling post) is this a normal mechanical noise or is it something that needs sorting? I'm guessing it might be coming from the chain itself. My Dad's bike (a Honda CB1) makes the same kind of noise but quieter.
Also, while going on about the chain, is there a "proper" way to look after it other than pouring lube on it all the time? I've been using quite heavy duty stuff on it (PJ1 Black Label) so maybe to much of it on the chain is causing the noise? I've got chain cleaner but I've heard about it causing the chain to rust if the chain's not relubed quick enough afterwards?
Thanks all