How To Lube Your Bike Chain | Explained In 1 Minute
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- čas přidán 16. 05. 2022
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➡️ A quick video that explains everything you need to know about lubricating a chain. This is an essential part of drivetrain maintenance and should be done regularly. The drivetrain should be cleaned and degreased before applying new lubricant - I will do a video on this too!
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Love how your drivetrain instantly upgraded (by itself) by using the correct lubing method :D
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Make sure you lube your brake discs at the same time, you don’t want too much friction against your brake pads
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Whoever takes this seriously is in for a lesson 😅. even a lil oil grit from the drivechain on your disc brake will ruin all stopping performance
You can lube your ass and stick an axle in it.
That's what the WD40 is for!
Thanks, my friend is now in hospital
Dang, this guy talks about movies and now he helps people with bicycles, so inspirational
W D 40 worked for me past 40 years spray wipe spray wipe . even mini pocket cans for those off road wet swamp rides .
Yeah but they can't sell you more stuff you don't need when you make use of what you already have.
Fifty five years here. I keep gallon cans of it.
Same here, but in the last few years I've noticed that it damages rubber and synthetic parts. I now use silicone spray and WD if it's not going to fling off and hit rubber parts.
@@redtobertshateshandles
The dust seals to the axle bearings use a petroleum resistant compound. I'll pull the lips back, wipe off the mating edges, and put a couple drops of WD in there. Ya kinda want that contact lip edge to be hard in order to minimize friction; silicone tends to soften it and make it more sticky/grabby. Rubber parts subject to a lot of flexing, silicone. Like fork tube socks (rubber accordion sheathes) and cable end accordion sheathes.
You mean the WD-40 LUBE for Bicycles, right?
Because regular WD-40 is a way to get water and oils off of a surface. It is the OPPOSITE of a lube. It will degrease and will initially, for the first few hours it is penetrating the chain, lube it. But after the initial hours, it will do the opposite of what lube does!
Ok listen up what I do is, I use aerospace light gear oil from NASA 2 drops per link. It must be applied in a vacuum and let sit for exactly 64 hours. Then into the hyperbaric chamber for 14.5 hours to drive the lubricant into molecular structure of the metal changing its tensile hardness, and reduces friction to zero. Once you do that it's good to go. I do that every ride and the chain lasts for ever. I'm lucky my lbs provides this service!
Then push forward with your feet to reduce chain wear.
Without wiping away the lube was the reason why my bike chain get dirty so quickly! Thanks for the video!
Been using hot wax baths for 10 years. Once you try it, you never go back to lubes.
WD40 is excellent for bike seat lubrication. Step one spray on stranger's seat step 2 leave.
Done.
Vandalism at least.
Why so mean?
This actually excellent advice. I actually lubricate my bicycle this way except for leaving it to sit for an hour or overnight. A much cleaner and better way. Florida is basically a sandbar that people live on. Drying it is essential. I have a folding bicycle that I use a wax based dry lubricant. It is awesome except when it rains, than I have to lubricate again.
There is third option. It's wax based lube, like Squirt. I recommend it! You can even mix parafin with little PTFE 1.5nm powder particles and make perfect chain lubrication yourself!
I've used WD 40 as lubricant on my bikes for years & have had 0 issues!!!
car oil
You are missing out on how much better other lubricants are. I run 3 in 1 and It lasts for longer, attracting less dirt and for cheaper. I imagine "wd40 bike" IS better than regular wd40, but i have not tried It yet.
Wd40 is just a brand. Try their silicone spray.
@@Reflec999 yes and no. The brand stemmed from the product. When people Talk about "wd40" they Talk about the staple product
@@vittocrazi I think its just yes.
ive been trying WD-40 but the bike one not the multi purpose one. Its doing a good job.
Bruh WD-40 IS A FUCKING DEGREASER NOT A LUBE
Always loosen up the crank bolts before riding.
Yeah... right
And the Stem!
You really want those bars and forks to move around a little in the landing phase!
Rather, the drop-outs, loosen them up lol
Theres motor oil if you dont wanna go broke from chain lube, highly reccomend
Literally grab whatever junk oil I have in my shed and just cover the chain and sprocket with it, it’s worked for me riding 50 miles a week for the past 5 years
"Use bike-specific lube"
And then there's me who use my high performance motorcycle lube 😐
My uncle recommended using motorbike oil from an oil change lmao, I have never seen him ride a bike in my life
Yup. I also used... New Engine oil on my bike chains😊
@@mode9205
Good clean used engine oil is fine for lubricating chains. I use it with my chainsaws. For bicycle, submerge the removed chain in the oil overnight, hang above to drip dry before wipedown and reinstallation.
Whatever oil comes in my hands i use it last time it was chainsaw oil worked perfectly. Lol
@@dfguko
Bar and chain oil - applied with a brush probably lubes better than spray can lube.
Do it this way if you have absolutely all the time in the entire world.
Especially given the mess it makes, e.g. need to remove the chain and spend half an hour getting that black crud out of it with several changes of clean charcoal lighter as a solvent!
No, use *wax.* (1/2 paraffin, 1/2 beeswax, and enough “heavy gear oil” to make the wax less brittle. How much gear oil? That’s a personal thing. More oil = more mess, but better lubing). Repurpose that retired or second-hand slow cooker.
Note: next improvement is to add some powdered Teflon and Molybdenum Disulfide.
I've been using WD40 for over 30 years on the cassette and chain and have never had a problem, ever.
I just started riding and it just seemed like the obvious choice. Didnt even look up how to oil that stuff, WD40 just seemed natural
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I agree with you. I think that WD40 is always a good option.
WD-40 works okay, it's just not the best option. 80% solvent, 20% lubricant. Before dedicated bike lubes years ago, we used it on cheaper bikes in the shops I worked in.
@@wolfman231 Which was the result of using WD40 in the shop you used to worked in? Perhaps, WD40 is not the BEST option, but it has the most suitable cost/benefit rate.
I’ve been using Mobil1 grease on my chains for pushing 30 years with no issues.
You learn new things everyday. Thanks
Perfect, this is exactly the way I've been doing it!
For anyone living in Marin county, rock n roll loob is the best. It just simply is
I don't live in Marin Co. but I've been using it for a while now
@@DaveCM I believe it was created in Marin county
Make sure you lube your cleats liberally, so they don't suffer from friction when walking.
Sounds slippery 🤔
Thanks for your tips
ahhh yess!!!!! not some people who just put continuesly!!!
I can confirm: this is the best way to lube your chain for those that don't have a job, kids or a relationship and don't care about their time riding...
Yeah I just run it down. The chain and cycle the gears after 15 min
Amen
On Average there are around 120 links on a chain so it takes about 2mins to do to have a better running drivetrain and it lasts twice as long and costs less in lube and cleaning time
WD-40 works well enough... At least they aren't dry...
Also make sure your chain is installed the right way round. This will also increase shifting performance
Loving that shiney derailleur
I put some Gasolin on it, its worked like I drove with the engine 😀🤔
I used Cooking Oil
When using gasoline ⛽...don't smoke🚬 🚭 nearby. 😀
"WD40 Is nOt A gOoD oPtIoN" said no-one ever 😅🤪
This is clearly advertisement, those bike chain oils are a scam they may work. But wd40 is always the better and cheaper way to go.
@@mushstash7660 No, it is not even a lube
@@mushstash7660 WD40 is a degreaser
Wd40 is a penetrative lubricant, yes it will work but it won't be good for your chain or your efficiency
Says everyone who knows anything
Good day! Thank you sir for the information. Now I know
You're welcome sir!
I've used wd40 for years and get thousands of miles from the chain.
You can also use 2 stroke oil on the chain If u dont have chain lube
Dry lube is to stop dirt sticking to it. It doesn't need to be dry to use dry lube you can use it in any conditions just like how you can use wet lube in any conditions, the wet and dry lube aren't for the conditions its for the actual substance of the lube
Dry and wet lube have different properties hence they are best suited for different environments: Dry lube will attract less dirt and wet lube will not wash away in wet conditions
@@UnknownRide I'll take your word for it but I heard from other pro mountain bikers that dry lube is really the best option as it doesn't allow dirt to stick to it. There was no mention of dry lube washing away or wet lube sticking better in wet conditions but I'm sure you know more than I do
Or dont clean it at all for a few years, then wait until some day you have to drive home during rain, spray some lube, profit. Tons of time saved xd
and tons of money wasted
My ten year old drivetrain never had oil, still runs to this day, as a training bike lol you wanna become strong, don't lube your bike lol
@@johnnyboy3357 yeah and your training bike all of it costs 100 dollars
And mount it the right way
Yes.i saw that the same. 💪
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It isn't.
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Thanks for sharing.
When I saw the WD-40 tin I thought Nooooooo - this is going to be crap advice
Then I watched = good man, spot on
All I would add is what fluids or cleaning agents you use to clean your chain yo prepare for the correct lube application
I use basic paraffin and a cloth and paintbrush, old toothbrush combo till Clean and dry - then apply as you displayed 👍 👏👏
Very good sharing, appreciated….🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thanks for watching!
I learned to clean and lubed motorcycle chains early on and seeing this guy wrapped a rag to wipe dry the chain on a moving chain almost gave me a heart attack. Then I realized it’s not a motorcycle 😂
Thank you, very nice informative video
Great! Thanks!
Thanks 👍 it took 7 days to lube my chain
I use muc off wet lube and that stuff kicks ass!!
Wd40 is for degreasing
Exactly. Strips the cassette clean. Doesn't work as a lube. Was never meant to.
❤thank you for sharing September 2022. Needed to know that ❤ me
WD40 and a rag works great at cleaning a dirty chain
Squirt drip-on wax is much better!
Also use baby wetwipes (dried) for chain wipe off.
When I heard your voice I thought I was watching story recapped/mystery recapped 🤣
Best tutorial out there
YO SWAYS IM BIG FAN!!!
thnx man
Can't beat 3 in 1, it cleans, lube and non sticky.
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Tip that helps me: After applying chain lube. Wet a paper towel with WD40 and glaze over chain side walls to prevent corrosion. Not that it will stop chain performance, but it will look brand new every time.
And WD40 make lots of different products. If you don't want to use the general purpose WD40, you could try WD40 Bike Lube. I'm guessing that's a lube for bikes.
Yes but now we are paying a premium price for a mediocre product. I rather use a mediocre product to a cheap price like just diesel. 1 up from that you have engine/gearbox oil. I prefer Interflon. A premium product to a premium price. Or just a good gun oil like CLP.
This is really how i lube my chain haha thou no one teach me how
I use bontrager lube, but I also do a near full service on my bike after every race and every 25 miles of riding save bigger rides. My race bikes use Dumonde Tech, and again I clean it extremely thoroughly.
Those are great lubricants. Btw you don't need to do a major service this often. I do service once a year for most of my bikes
You must have a lot of time on your hands.
On my BMX i use wd40 to degrease it and once it's dry I use a dry chain lube. Wipe off excess and it always feels easier to ride. Sometimes I do it right b4 I ride, it's still better than ridin dirty.
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The lubricant can be more efficiently applied to the clean chain with a clean toothbrush. In this way, there is far less wastage. Distribution of the lubricant probably happens most effectively once the bicycle is in motion.
Oh my god. Only lube the rollers. Thanks!
so I'm using the wd40 for 5 years, I was wrong the whole time.
No you weren’t. Don’t believe everything you read on here. If chain and cassette is cleaned properly a run of WD and wipe off excess is more than efficient at keeping chain lubricated for a handful of rides. Also attracts less dirt.
@@YIDARMY08 Squirt drip-on wax is much better!
Also use baby wetwipes (dried) for chain wipe off.
@@YIDARMY08but wd is oil chain is meant to have greaso
I use 10w30 because if it is good enough for a car my bike chain will it do just as good…
Same! It goes on my motorbike drive chain too, works fine and on my motorbike the last set of sprockets lasted 25k miles so no compliant there
Nah it attracts too much grime, makes your chain and drivetrain wear faster. Bike lube is like 5-10 bucks and lasts for a long time.
Brush on 90w gear oil with an artist brush wipe excess with oily cloth. Works for motorcycle chains too. Everyone has their own method.
I just drag the lube tip on the bearing parts of the chain as I back pedal the bike. I do it decently fast but not too fast and do like 3 full cycles
Wow. Thanks
Welcome!
I use motoroil. The secret is to wipe away the oil on the outside of the chain. It is needed only inside. This keeps the chain clean.
I mean wd 40 make both wet and dry chain lube specfically for bikes i would say thats a good option
Should I lube The Fork too? I'm new to cycling community.
Squirt drip-on wax is much better!
Also use baby wetwipes (dried) for chain wipe off.
My preferred method.👍
In dry conditions, chain does not need to be perfectly clean. Lube does not need to sit for an hour as metal does not absorb lube. Gravity and chain movement will spread lube very quickly. Put a little lube on before each ride.
Apply to warm or better hot chain, so after a long ride. Hot Iron expands, better penetration.
No one ever said with details
Thanks a 1000miles more
I've been using synthetic engine oil on my bike chain, however I degrease and clean it on monthly basis
Just slam it in the big dog up front and smallest cog in the back, touch the nozzle to the links and spin the pedals, way, WAY faster than this. Everything else is legit though.
Bike specific lube?
Durex no good then?
I always use some random lubricant for my bike, I don’t really care if it’s for chains or not, it lasts mostly 2 months before the chain starts to make noises.
Nonsense. WD40 is fine. And I’ve offered as much evidence as you did.
Wd40 eats up the gunk it’s not a lubricant if you use it it will eat up all of the current lubricant which is very bad for your Chain and or wheel and shaft bearings or other things on the bike
WD-40 works just fine if you don't have anything better on hand. It's 80% solvent, 20% lubricant.
@@wolfman231 wd40 says it doesn’t contain 20% Stoddard Solvent on their website. Also says it is not really a lubricant, and says shouldn’t be used as a bike chain lubricant. Sorry but fact check next time (not trying to be toxic)
@@Anonymous-nw3mk How about WD40 Bike Lube?
Works great for me. But then I don't take my bikes to bike shops.
I use singer oil. The only problem was that it doesn't last when going on long rides so I bring my chain towel and singer oil to reapply it during riding.
who else is immature and laughed when he said "allows the lubricant to penetrate deep"?
Do You wipe the excess outside the chain after putting lube then wait for 1 hour or before putting lube or what?
Thanks for sharing! Never knew this or about not using wd40! -🤘
No problem! 🤘
@@UnknownRide now subscribed thanks to you responding 🤙😁🙏
Honestly been peddling for years and when i was younger. Whole bike was so far gone it was time for new bike anyways. Bought a fairly expensive mtb four years ago. Never washed it. Used on trail and everyday to work. Had the tires worn down. Probably lube the chain three times without cleaning. Still looked like new and felt good. Bike was then stolen. So fucking mad! I hate people! But cleaning my chain? Meh on my dirtbikes. Sure. On my gixxer that see 200kmh+ every weekend. You bet. On a 20€ chain? Where the lube is just as expensive? Nah bro i’m good
It really depends on if you really care or not, price wouldn't be much of issue considering that you take care of a dirt bike and that's not even mentioning the other things you could be doing (taking care of a car for example [doesn't mean that's what you do but you get what I mean]). So there's that, and for those that care, they'll appreciate the benefits of a smooth operating and clean chain.
And when you put it like that you make it sounds like bike lube is expensive when it's really not, I got mines for around 9 dollars off of Amazon and it does wonders, that's the price of lunch and that goes a long way, I use this same one for about 4 bikes and it can last me maybe a month or two, that's not even for just myself, you can imagine how long that would be.
It's also very inexpensive and more cheap than most things that require maintenance.
clean the bike first, wd40 can be used to help get the water out of the chain and important bits. Then lube the chain. I like wet lube but it does make a mess even if you wipe it down before a ride. Even more so if it is raining. 10W30 motor oil can also be used and works well. Some people use a paraffin wax bath on their chains but it seems like to much hassle to me. keeping your bike clean will help with chain wear. I clean my chain every 100 miles and never had issues doing it that way.
Do you wipe it off right after u applied it or after it dried?
Guys also put some lube on the disc breaks it ll make them a lot better and then break them in from a hill
Joking dont do this
This is something he learned from yt💀
Hey bro can i ask is wd-40 good for bike chain rust removal? If not then what should i use?
I am in india. Should i use dry lube or wet lube. Here, in india, we have sunny 🌞
Bro we have the same Deore Rear derailleur
I just forgot what its model is
I just let it flow and rotate cranks works every time and saves a ton of time
For those of you who say WD40 isn't a lube, you are partially correct. It doesn't say so on the label, but it still contains petroleum products. It is a light oil, but it still lubes though. It is not the best, but it is a very cost effective solution. In mostly dry climates WD40 is excellent. I get well over 10,000km on each chain before it is "stretched" enough to start damaging the cassette or chain ring. Riding in a decent rain will remove it, but you can get 200-300km between applications in dry conditions.
Wd 40 can be used for cleaning or we should use specific chain cleaner
Next up : How to lube the shifters 🤔
I been lubing my bike the wrong way for 6 years
How many years do you keep doing this until your new bike is considered to be a old bike? I've got a beater bike my son picked up from the neighbour's yard and my bike that I bought in 1978. I have rarely lubed the chain.
I didnt know that u need to dry it after...
used to do this but seemed to add too much oil. Now add one drop and skip a roller
Broooo, nooo. Don't add a drop to each roller it's not oil, run the chain backwards for about 5 secs while spraying the lube on.
Ya spay on so like better
For most people this is a better way. It takes slightly longer but it will get the lubricant in precise spot and prevents overlubing
@@UnknownRide nah all cap don’t rex come down channel
“Don’t be precise, be imprecise so it gets on parts it shouldn’t get on”
You should always apply the lube to the chain below the chain stay not above.
Yes, great tip!