Chain Wax - SV650.org

03-07-05, 10:41 PM

At the moment im using Wurth High Performance chain oil on the chain however it doesnt seem to stop it from getting rusty so to complement it i was thinking of buying some Chain Wax to protect it from the elements. I love the fact that the Wurth HP Chain Oil doesnt flick up at all onto the wheel.

Which is the best wax to buy? Is wax the way forward to prevent rust?

03-07-05, 10:57 PM

I was experimenting today as my chain was looking a bit uncared for.

I used some old engine oil and a brush and worked it into the chain, then sprayed it with wax to seal it.

Not sure if it worked but the chain is shiny on the rollers and the swingarm and wheel is still clean.

Im not sure if there is a better wax than others, but Wurth is good, and expensive unless you get it for free :P

04-07-05, 12:15 AM

I clean mine with WD40 and then use Castrol chain wax. I also have a scottoiler but the bike sits for a whole week, outside, without use sometimes.

04-07-05, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by robchester

At the moment im using Wurth High Performance chain oil on the chain however it doesnt seem to stop it from getting rusty so to complement it i was thinking of buying some Chain Wax to protect it from the elements. I love the fact that the Wurth HP Chain Oil doesnt flick up at all onto the wheel.

Which is the best wax to buy? Is wax the way forward to prevent rust?

I had the Wuth chain wax, and my chain used to go rusty at a hint of rain.

I run a loobman now. Chain is nicely lubed

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so is back wheel and garage floor

04-07-05, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by wheelnut

I was experimenting today as my chain was looking a bit uncared for.

I used some old engine oil and a brush and worked it into the chain, then sprayed it with wax to seal it.

Not sure if it worked but the chain is shiny on the rollers and the swingarm and wheel is still clean.

Im not sure if there is a better wax than others, but Wurth is good, and expensive unless you get it for free :P

thats the best way to do it so i hear.

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04-07-05, 06:46 PM

i use pj1 it seems to keep the chain in tip top order but it aint a wax.

BillyC · 05-07-05, 08:36 AM

Wax is all very well, but don't you have to clean your chain regularly, otherwise the wax gathers dirt and grit, and starts grinding into your chain and sprocks?

Just get a Scotty

05-07-05, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by BillyC

Just get a Scotty

Agreed.

BillyC · 05-07-05, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jabba-the-Hutt

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillyC

Just get a Scotty

Agreed.

We agreed on something?

05-07-05, 09:03 AM

I have used Holts 'motorcycle' chain lube from halfords wich was a waste of money, looks like snot and flies everywhere with even the most sparing application despite 'non fling' formula.
I used a can of castrol chain wax recomended by my dealer wich was fine
and now im using a can of putoline wax cos thats what they sell at my nearest shop and so far its been the best stuff.

03-07-05, 10:41 PM	#1
rob13 Guest Posts: n/a	Chain Wax At the moment im using Wurth High Performance chain oil on the chain however it doesnt seem to stop it from getting rusty so to complement it i was thinking of buying some Chain Wax to protect it from the elements. I love the fact that the Wurth HP Chain Oil doesnt flick up at all onto the wheel. Which is the best wax to buy? Is wax the way forward to prevent rust?

05-07-05, 08:36 AM	#7
BillyC Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The exiles of Kent Posts: 2,184	Wax is all very well, but don't you have to clean your chain regularly, otherwise the wax gathers dirt and grit, and starts grinding into your chain and sprocks? Just get a Scotty __________________ SV650 K3 - Gone. Now a member of the SV650.org Kawasaki brigade!

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03-07-05, 10:57 PM	#2
wheelnut Guest Posts: n/a	I was experimenting today as my chain was looking a bit uncared for. I used some old engine oil and a brush and worked it into the chain, then sprayed it with wax to seal it. Not sure if it worked but the chain is shiny on the rollers and the swingarm and wheel is still clean. Im not sure if there is a better wax than others, but Wurth is good, and expensive unless you get it for free :P

04-07-05, 12:15 AM	#3
BURNER Guest Posts: n/a	I clean mine with WD40 and then use Castrol chain wax. I also have a scottoiler but the bike sits for a whole week, outside, without use sometimes.

04-07-05, 06:46 PM	#6
kwak zzr Guest Posts: n/a	i use pj1 it seems to keep the chain in tip top order but it aint a wax.

05-07-05, 09:03 AM	#10
brolong22 Guest Posts: n/a	I have used Holts 'motorcycle' chain lube from halfords wich was a waste of money, looks like snot and flies everywhere with even the most sparing application despite 'non fling' formula. I used a can of castrol chain wax recomended by my dealer wich was fine and now im using a can of putoline wax cos thats what they sell at my nearest shop and so far its been the best stuff.