use MOTOR OIL on your bike chain
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- čas přidán 28. 06. 2021
- In this video I share how I maintain my bicycle chain.
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Motoroil? That oil that should not get in the Natur because it's dangerous?
hey GG! To be honest it's something I never thought about. I will try to look that up, I'm really not sure if it's worse than normal chain lube. Thank you for thinking of that.
@@BruceChastain mmh when i look here in germany on motor oil, gear oil or brake oil package, there is everythime a Symbol (that Natur Symbol with a cross and a dead fish) that it not come into nature because it is poisonous and also contaminates drinking water. Bike Chain Oil has not of these warning Symbol. I think Bike Chain Oil is make with the aspect that it goes in the Natur after Washing or a Rain.
And with that it is on a other Base then the Oil for Cars that are in a Closed environment where normally nothing leaks.
I looked on my Shimano chain oil and it has not these warning Symbols.
But get Oil from a Car or a Motorbike (not the Chain Oil) in the Natur you Goes to court for pollution and that is imens money and sometimes jail here in germany
I'm not fully convinced yet, need to learn a bit more, but I think this is worth pining to the top so everyone can consider it. I for sure don't want to hurt the environment.
@@-Gothicgirl- They don't want you disposing of used oil down the drains or poured out somewhere. A few drops on your bike is negligible
@@BruceChastain Use bar oil. It's used for chainsaws, it has a tackifier additive (think how fast a chainsaw spins) to keep lube on the chain. Bike chain oil like gun oil is mainly marketing BS. Both are 300-500 dollars a gallon. Ridiculous!
I use automotive gear oil for chains. Clean, oil and just wipe off the excess. Worked on all my bikes motorized and non-motorized.
Same here formulated to prevent rust too
Definitely going to try your method. Bike specific things are too expensive for my taste
let me know if it works out well for you.
excellent method especially to keep costs low since in general, as michelle comments, bicycle products are ridiculously expensive.
Thanks for all your content!
thank you Gonzalo!
that's the thing for me, the cost of the bike hobby is getting so high, I'm looking for anywhere to save a few bucks.
@@BruceChastain Crock pot from Goodwill and a pound of food grade paraffin wax. The wax is an excellent lubricant and does not attract dirt. Just re-wax every 200-300 miles or sooner. Many people wont' do it because they perceive that removing the chain is inconvenient. But you already do that regularly. So no problem for you.
If you re-wax at reasonably short intervals, then no need for solvents or cleaners. Just re-soak in hot wax and shake it around a bit. Yes, the wax gets dirty eventually, but not as fast as you might think since the waxed chain attracts less dirt. Should be cheaper than what you spend on lighter fluid over the long haul. Also, you never get that really dark messy chain goo an you won't have super-dirty towels and rags.
If you like a clean chain and don't mind routine maintenance, this is a good method.
I really like the added chain lube bottle. I don't think many people would notice a difference if handed that to them.
interesting thought, I guess you're right, most people wouldn't notice even during usage.
Chains have been used for well over 100yrs in many applications and cleaning and oiling or greasing has always proven to be the best technique, yet, the bicycle fraternity seems hell bent on waxing, yes in theory it works, but your still maintaining the chain on a regular basis, weekly or even after each ride...so the arguments for oiling go out the window...
Been oiling all my bicycle, motorbike, equipment chains for decades...it works, it’s efficient and on hell of a lot cheaper than bicycle specific lubes...
Great video man. I recently purchased a small Ultrasonic Cleaner.
I do the same thing with gasoline, and glass jar, then I repeat with semi hot water and dish washing liquid, 2- 3 times. Then I used the ultrasonic cleaner with hot water and dish soap. It removes more dirt and stuff. I have used motor also 0-20.
Eventually I'm going to graduate to making /using wax as my lubricant.
There's a great video by OZ cycling about how to use and make wax lubricant for bike chain
thanks AB! When I do a better cleaning, after the lighter fluid I would usually use a multi purpose spray cleaner and give it a good scrub with a brush, but for a quick job this is all. I'll check OZs video, thanks!
For a thorough and occasional deep clean try running your Chain, cassette/Freewheel parts, and derailleur pulleys through a dedicated dishwasher cycle. Just know that it will remove All oils and grease as well as dirt, and need a coating of oil and or grease immediately afterwards or rust may form...but it will be very clean!! Thanks for the motor oil tip! I also use Rod and reel oil. It works very well on small mechanisms.
I do the same to my chain. I have found paint thinner pretty good. I also use a bit of fluid on a toothbrush or paintbrush on the cassette and the chainring(s). After use, I let the fluid settle in the jar with a magnet inside - metal particles become stuck on the magnet, then I pour the remaining fluid slowly into a second jar. Dirt stays in the bottom of the first jar. Wipe out for next time.
I never use water on my bike, don't see the point unless you're also using a very powerful detergent, which is itself not good for paint or finishes. I use a few baby hygiene-wipes instead once in a while.
I appreciate any new tips. I've always owned a bike and to be honest other then washing it when it has gotten mudding or something but didn't really do much maintenance on them. Always bought them from Wal-Mart and they have lasted for many years until i got tired of them and would just buy another one. Not until i bought a more expensive bike that i care about the maintenance.
Good stuff...🚴♂️🚴♂️🚴♂️
thanks a lot Timothy! I think a lot of, if not most of us started with disposable walmart bikes.
Working on an old junker I fished out of a trash dump. Thought it would be fun to take it up one of my favorite hills. Seems in pretty good shape aside from some rust etc. Will try using motor oil on the chain for sure. Given what motor oil deals with inside car engines it sure aught to be able to handle a bike chain.
yep same thing I figured
Hi. Good interesting video. I know some people in my country who use also motor / chainsaw bar or gear oil for their chains.
I prefer thicker oily lubes for staying long in my chain during long rides. I've tried waxy and dry lubes, but those were to re-apply too often. With thicker wet lubes I don't have to re-lube the chain after every or every second or 3rd ride.
Finally I made my own home-mixture of several thicker bike-specific lubes and called it Jožin's Snot. (Jožin z bažin /pronounce Yozhin z bazhin 😉 / "Jožin from the swamp" - is popular monster appearing in a funny Czech song, few years ago (2018 a. 19) Metallica played it for the fans in the Czech Republic.) I'm happy with it and it lasts on chain several hundreds miles. The bottle full of this heavy oily mixture will be enough for life-long use. Maybe my son will use it many years after I'm gone... 😁 I apply it on the links with a little 1/2 oz oiling flask with very thin nozzle. After the lubing and also after the 1st ride I have to wipe off the excess, it's of course messy. But after that initial cleaning I ride many satisfying 100s with smooth and silent drive train.
Greetings, and enjoy your distance!
nice story :) thank TJ
That is a nice method you suggested, i will do that next time, i use 5/30 Syn oil i my car so i will give that a try.. I have always used Rock n Roll chain lube for many yeays which i have found to be Excellent and long lasting on my TREK MTB chain. Thank You 👍 Au
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i used upol bodyshop degreaser because lighter fluid is heavily taxed in the uk thus generally expensive, i also used oven cleaner (any heavy alkalai will work).
hmm didn't know that. thanks for watching Weeg
I have been using your method for 20 plus years no problem to date and chains last me for years riding twice a week recently. I just use diesel to clean the chain and drive train components. I just put the chain in an old bike bottle add diesel and shake well. Then I empty the dirty diesel in my cactus plant :)
Get little bigger jar and use straight diesel. Use two identical chains, this way you will always have perfectly clean oiled chain on bike and 2nd will be waiting. I leave unused chain in diesel for a week time, dry it off then apply gear oil like you do.
This will work just fine for me. I have an e-bike and I'm disabled, so I don't pedal much anyway. All I need is mostly to prevent rust.
cool, glad it works well for you.
I thought this was ending with a Molotov cocktail tutorial....
haha funny I was thinking the same thing.
Gas for a deep cleaning about once every 4 months. Power washing in between. And 3 in 1 oil. Although I have been thinking of just using motor oil. Good video
thank you Hawk
Man nice tutorial, I tried on my bike and it seems it got smoother just because I had 1l that I wasn´t using it. And about the environment, it´s not leaking.
thanks Umesh!
Similar chain cleaning method that I learned in the 80s. Easy to do...I like wearing gloves when handling the cleaning solvent/chain.
I i use 80w/90 gear oil on my motorbike chain, applied in under 2 minutes with a paint brush. Been riding for 37 years now and since i've been using it for the last 4 or 5 years not only is my chain always clean, as it doesn't attract or hold any grime or dust, but all of the links move about like they should as if the chain is still brand new, which in turn increases the lifespan. And of course it's inexpensive compared to other chain lubes that are not only sticky, but attract and hold dirt, so will also need properly cleaning regularly as well, which is an avoidable nuisance. The 80w90 gear oil is one of the thickest out there so will cling better and for longer too. Using a proper sized paint brush, like 1 inch in width will use the oil sparingly but will also make sure that every nook and cranny of the chain gets lubricated very easily.
A sponge and washing up liquid works just a well. You need to use a biodegradable oil, cleans easily and doesnt harm the environment - or your concrete floor! Its a bit cheap to use engine oil when bike lube is a couple of bucks for 100ml and lasts ages.
yeah it's cheap, but I"m tired of spending $10, and really the motor oil is still working good for me. I might try to find something better for the environment next time though.
I use 75w80 car gearbox oil. It's slightly thinner than your average bike chain lube. As it's relatively thin, it wicks into the chain rollers really well and doesn't attract dirt any worse than any proper bike chain oil I've used. It's fairly good a not washing off in the wet; although, I've not tried it in extreme wet conditions. The main thing that surprised me was how good it is at inhibiting rust, because gearbox oils don't necessarily have the rust inhibiting additives that proper bike chain lubes have. Big plus is the cost, at less than a tenth the cost of what I'd normally spend on proper chain lube.
I'm going try that sometime, so many people suggest it.
i tried transmission fluid. it is an antifriction. but it collects gunk when off-road/mtb. must wash after every ride. it is great when i run out of chain lube.
Interesting, never thought of trans fluid
Some say that motor oil is bad for bicycle chains because it's intended to suspend gunk in it until the oil goes through the oil filter, where contaminants are caught and prevented from circulating through the moving parts. I suppose this effect may be mostly negated if you are frequently cleaning out the chain.
hmm interesting, didn't think of that
Been doing this for a year now and its the best decision i ever made
thanks for stopping by StickE
What kind of oil do you use? Full synthetic or mineral oil? And do you dillute it with solvent?
Hello, my friend, I always got along very well with those little blue machines that take the wax residues from the chain. I use the pure degreaser in a first application and then only water in the other applications (about three times, until all the product is removed) I also clean the cassette with the degreaser with a toothbrush. I leave it well dry and then go back to applying the wax. I think it's better than motor oil because it doesn't gather as much dirt in the chain. That's it. A hug and move on.
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I'm doing the same method as he is, I'm using M.oil for my chain lube and it's working just fine.
yeah still working fine for me too.
And another method that I've used before is cooking oil but it dry quick
I also use engine oil as lube tend to works pretty well but attract to much dirt, so need to clean often, but very cheap
this is true. but from my experience all the lubes I've used tend to collect dirt.
@@BruceChastain oh 100% all lube attract dirt, engine just do it bit faster though, but waxing works best, So normally use engine oil as lube in my commute bike but always wax my bit expensive road bike chain.
I've use motor oil on my Shimano chain and they work great. Gear oil also is used in MotoGP. Bicycle oil is damn expensive.
Since motoroil is much more thicker than chainlube, would you recommend to dissolve it with paint thinner or something like mineral spirits to make it lighter?
I’m not sure about mixing it up, maybe they would be good. But I choose the thinnest oil I could find, seems to still be working good for me.
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I plan to make 3 oils with diferent thickness, for summer, winter and autumn/spring.
💚 I use a vehicle oil spray on my 29er.
A friend uses olive oil !
wow Olive oil! I'm thinking another video :)
I use leftover bbq drippings. Makes the chain smell like delicious Louisiana Cajun baby back ribs.
@@Jamarkus_Delvonte Are all dogs from your town chasing you to lick your chain?
Never thought of using lighter fluid for cleaner instead of brake cleaner or petrol going to make the switch as it's cheaper than previous 2 option
Hey, great vid! Do you reuse your chain links? I sometimes hear that's dangerous, but don't know how serious this is..
thanks Gijs! Up until recently I've reused links, but that was until someone showed a very close up photo of a link that was reused, there was a tiny ring of metal that was sheared off. After seeing that I remembered that I'd seen the same thing myself, I'd also considered that I have had chain failures in the past. So now I'm trying to not reuse like that these days. But basically I guess it works most of the time, just take care when doing it.
@@BruceChastain thanks for the info! I think I will reuse them a couple of times, but renew them after that. Keep up the work, love your vid's!
Lighter fluid is a hydro carbon as well so I'd wear gloves with it as well 👍
I clean my chain in turpentine then dry it on the woodstove before oiling with engine oil or chainsaw bar oil.
wow nice
I just watched a youtube channel where a guy ran several tests on different oils to see which one performed the best on bicycle chains, and regular motor oil scored very bad. The youtube video was called "Ultimate Bicycle Chain Lubricant Test | Best Bike Chain Lube"
it may not be the best but it's still working fine for me.
People who make money from selling overpriced bike oil will tell you anything. Petro chemical companies don't make specific bike oil. I'm using 5w-40 synthetic oil mixed 60/40 with lighter fluid. It works just fine. If it protects my race car engine at 8000 RPM it will be more than adequate for a bike chain.
Hi
This is a steel bike right. I have a 1981 steel/alumanum bike with rust spots I think. Can I clean it like you do here with water?
Yes it's steel. Even with some rust I think it's fine to clean it with water, just make sure to get it dry when done.
cool video 👍
thanks a lot Everywhere!
A good system 👍 Don't tell Julie but sometimes the cassette and chainrings go through the dishwasher when I want them really clean😂
wow are you serious? no?
How about transmission oil?
I make my own solution for bike chain lube. Motor oil & mineral spirits. I do a 50/50 mixture. One small drop on each link and it works great.
Interesting, is the mineral spirits trying to thin is out some?
can I use paint thinner/kerosene alternative for mineral spirit? We dont have mineral spirit in asia.
@@xSO20 Mineral spirits is paint thinner. Some call it mineral spirits, some call it paint thinner. So as I see it, yes it's the same thing. (at least where I'm from)
@@BruceChastain yes exactly, and it evaporates quickly so no worry about it spraying up my back while riding
@@vernfrier1771 thanks 😄. So can I use any type of motor/engine oil ? Mineral or synthetic oil?
I have had difficulty finding 3 in 1 oil. Google the recipe and it is mineral oil, kerosene and 20 weight oil. I now use 0w/20 motor oil. Ty.
Still working fine for me
Another channel says transmission fluid is a better lubricant than motor oil . If people use it sparingly it's not going to drip on the environment and pollute . After occasional wipes the paper towels can be used several times and disposed of properly within the guidelines of environmental regulations where the person lives .
thanks for the idea Kooka!
On my cruiser bike at the beach seems two cycle motor oil works or at least I don't know the difference
yeah I think for like 99% of people, even like me, don't notice a difference.
I used to do the same thing with oil motor; but, I found that the chain became really dark, in other words, really duty with this type of oil. So, I stopped to use-it =/
I haven't yet experienced a difference myself, but it could very well depend on the environment you ride. Or maybe the chain lubs I have used in the past were junk anyway :)
About the environment I cannot say to much; but, indeed the composition of the asphalt here in Brazil is THE WORST, man 🙈☠️
Would some purple degreaser work as well as your degreaser (Gasoline,lighter fluid)?
I actually did try that once not long ago, got some cheap purple degreaser from walmart, it worked, but not as well.
@@BruceChastain I got mine from Walmart too so I’m pretty sure we are talking about the same stuff. Thanks for answering and I’m gonna give your way a chance. I might even use synthetic!! LoL.. I’ve been subbed for a long time now and followed the channels progress seems to be picking up traction. Keep up the good work man.
thanks a lot James! feel free to comment anytime!
I like your methodology, but engine oil just makes a mess due to the low viscosity. Try Lucas 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil. I think you'll agree that it's a good alternative to expensive chain lubes.
thanks FlyForPike, a lot of people are suggesting gear oil, I'll give it a try sometime.
@@BruceChastain Something I forgot to mention... if you didn't already know, gear oil smells. If you store your bikes in the house, it may not be a good option. wear disposable gloves while lubing the chain or just don't get it on your hands. I drill a small hole in the end of the applicator. This gives me lots of control to apply it drop by drop onto the rollers. Good luck!
Isn't 75W-90 too much viscous? Do you dilute or lighten it with solvent?
@@xSO20 for warm summer conditions, dilution isn't necessary. Cleaning the chain at regular intervals is needed though, since the lube collects dirt and debris from the road.
Gear oil is better. Thicker and holds better. It's what I've been using on my ebike chain 🤪
that's what several people have said. I might give that a try.
I've used gasoline and it actually ruins the chain. I was told that it removes "too much" of the lubricants (makes the chain too dry).
I've heard that too, but really never noticed a difference.
Nah I've been use diesel almost a year now and it's doing just good. Once I clean my chain with diesel. Then I've put some engine oil to it. I ride my Mtb daily as I the messenger boy.
@@fuadpersie8410Can diesel itself also serve as a lube?
If you're going to use polluting stuff on your bicycle chain then a much better option is gearbox oil, that's what is recommended for motorcycle chains. For gods sake don't use WD40, that's just dumb.
Do you know why gear oil is better? I've read that before, but it seems to be it's too think.
@@BruceChastain I'm no chemist but I believe it's mainly to do to with the viscosity. Modern engine oil is designed to be extremely vicious when it is cold, 0W, 5W or 10W so it will 'wash off' a lot faster than gear oil would. Also I think gear oil is designed to cling to surfaces better as well since reducing mechanical wear is more of a priority in a gearbox than in an engine where there is a constant compromise to minimise wear but also keep friction as low as possible.
just use a tire lever to pop the master link off
is using engine oil on bigger chains like motorycle chains okay?
I have no idea, I would lean towards no.
@@BruceChastain why?
Good guide. Thumbs up from a fellow creator 😅
Hey, thanks Ethan!
iv done this. motor oil is sticky and everything sticks to it. worst thing u can put on your chain specially if its in dirty conditions
I was thinking about trying coconut oil
I've been actually using olive oil... It's been working fine too.
Can I use wd40 as chain degreaser?
you can, but it's not so great for chain lube, it does have lubrication, but not a lot.
Could somebody please talk about the tiny little numbers imprinted on thr chains??? I have an 18 speed but the tool sets sold on Amazon are only up to 12S. Does anybody know if this is the correct size?? Everybody talks about the bloody wax vs. lube & degreasing. But what if I need to buy the bloody tool which comes with master links?? You bike people all talk about the same thing. Every video sounds just like the others.
okay wakey, it's like this. Even thought you have 18 speeds on your bike, it's considered a 9 speed chain. That's because you have two cogs in front and 9 in the back.
@@BruceChastain Sorry I discovered the quagmire of trying to find the correct bike chain on Amazon. My bike is an 18 speed Shimano MTB. And I wasn't finding any chains or chain assembly tool sets (with master chains) for 18 speeds. I finally figured it out. The 6/7/8 "speed" chain (118 links) fits my bike which has 8 "cassettes." The mfr is using those terms interchangeably. How confusing for someone who just realized that bike chains need maintenance. Wet, Dry, Wax, Grease, Lube, Paraffin, Lanolin, Petroleum. I'm gonna try To Fluid Film & drip wax (with a toothbrush). I really don't wanna pay a lot of money for these obnoxious designer lubes. I'm riding a bike to save money & for fitness. Plus, it's relaxing. Cheers.
@@wakeywakey8603 sounds like you've got it! Glad to hear you're getting out there on a bike, feel free to let me know if you need anything.
WD-40 and air tool oil ( Lucas brand ) is the best. Keeps the chain nice and clean and lubed and does not collect dirt or mud.
thanks for the tip Battista
I use cooking oil on my chain and it works good
I'm going to have to try that sometime.
what type of cooking oil?
An old toothbrush for the jockey-wheels works for me...
it's a good idea, thanks
I just get a sponge and two tooth brushes with WD 40 and clean it like that. After I oil it up with WD 40
I've yet to try WD, although I have heard people using that.
WD40 degreases
WD-40 is great at degreasing but poor at lubricating. I have been using gear oil for lubricating my KMC chain and it works just fine.
im a lazy f*ck and i have ridden my MTB through dry/wet for more than a year now without taking my chain off for cleaning.. just wiping it with a rag then applying motor oil..... its still shiny rund smooth... and didnt break..
im not saying that its smart just that motor oil 100 % works to keep you chain lubed and rust free...
just have to do it after every 2 rides wipe/re apply...
i feel really bad for people who keep buying ultra expensive lubes... you could even use used motor oil if it isnt full of metal grit no problem...
Engine oil is thick and gravel and dirt will stick to the bike chain. I've tried using motor oil and the results are terrible.
The best cheap lubricant is WD40 because WD40 evaporates over time and least very little residue. To clean the bike chain just invert the bike and put on an old sock over your hand and lightly grasp the chain with your sock hand. Back pedal the bike and lightly hold the chain with the sock hand and this will remove most of the grit and dirt off the bike chain. Lubricate the bike chain with the WD40 using the small red tube they give you with the WD40. Doing this once every 3 to 4 weeks is just simple basic bike maintenance.
If you want to clean the chain more thoroughly just use an automotive brake cleaner. Brake cleaner is a solvent and evaporate cleanly after sprayed on whatever parts needs cleaning.
thanks Bob!
WD-40 is not a lubricant! The "WD" stands for "Water Displacement", and it's intended to be used as a drying agent when something has been exposed to moisture. Yes, it contains a trace amount of oil, but not enough for adequate lubrication. The WD-40 **company** does offer actual lubricants, so it's recommended to apply one of those lubricants after the original WD-40 has dried thoroughly.
@@wizgeekrobotics3584 WD-40 still works. Maybe it not the perfect chain lube but it's works OK and it's cheap and readily available almost anywhere and everywhere.
I recommend muc off after cleaning and R&R Gold in between rides. I know it may cost a little more but your drive train will last longer. 🍻
Thanks for the tips!
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I use baby oil. I treat my bike like a baby🥺
I guess one can use kerosene to clean the chain. Its cheaper
3 ñ 1 oil, and dry graphite.
thanks for the top Jerry
Chain waxing is the answer. There is an australian youtube channel with the complete tutorial on how to do it.
thanks BN, I believe it's OZ cycle, I'm going to check it out.
@@BruceChastain ozcycle, that is correct. Besides the additives in motor oil can ruin paint. Here's a secret tip: use an induction cooktop with heat setting at 80 degrees C. Much easier, faster and safer than slow cookers. Induction pots are very cheap. I use pure paraffin wax, no additives. I made a custom "frying basket" from wire mesh, that makes taking care of a 3m+ recumbent 9speed chain a breeze. I've done over 5000 kms on the chain and the CN42 checker is still nowhere near dropping in.
Lol, I've never taken my chain off 😂
you're kidding me right? Come on!
Me neither. Never degreased it or washed it either. Rag & a chain brush then plenty of oil, don't wipe excess off. Makes your shifts much slicker & protects better from weather. If you want to go one better, do wipe excess oil off, then brush a thin layer of grease on. Super slick shifts that way.
Probably an eye drp comtainer will do well too holing that car oil
true that should work too, depending on how thin or think the oil is maybe.
Motor oil is great...try 40w 70 or 20w 50...anytime they make a bike ...somehow they find ways to make money with even the simple stuff...oil is oil...
yep
People who make money from selling overpriced bike oil will tell you anything. Petro chemical companies don't make specific bike oil. I'm using 5w-40 synthetic oil mixed 60/40 with lighter fluid. It works just fine. If it protects my race car engine at 8000 RPM it will be more than adequate for a bike chain.
A quart will last your whole life probably.. that is true but made me laugh
thanks Joe for watching
Yes. I've heard all the claims re it wears things out quicker, that it has additives that damage the chain, etc, never seen a scintilla of evidence to support them. You expect me to believe that the oil people put in $100,000 engines with 1000 hp has additives that are going to damage my chain that sees maybe 1 hp? Some of the only data I've seen re its friction on bicycle chains (at ceramicspeed) placed both 3-in1 and mobil 5w-30 (plain, not synthetic) in the middle of the pack of popular chain lubes.
Definitely a very misguided comparison between different applications. A car engine oil circuit is closed. A bicycle is open. The motor oil will catch dirt and transport it into the chain due to the low viscosity, where it will form a nice grinding paste that will wear the chain fast.
I never had any issues using the motor oil myself since making this video.
@@cebruthius so what if it catches up gunk? hose the gunk down every week and you're set, all of the oils will catch up debris no matter what, let's not forget that peeps in the early century used grease, literally grease
@@anubaral Good luck using water to "clean" dirty motor oil. Meanwhile my waxed chain with > 400 kms on it is still shiny and silver.
@@cebruthius come to romania, your chain will look like shit after 10 km, not even talking with a bit of rain... so yes, i prefer my engine oil and clean the chain every month since it takes 10 minutes
I just wanted to mention that gear oil stinks (literally) and it attracts insects from far away. I noticed this while changing the gear oil on my Jeep and I found bees, preying mantis, and other bugs gather on any drips and then die. Gear oil is a bad idea. Other than your chain stinking, you will have more bugs on your chain than dirt.
I've had that too, but even I think with use motor oil when it's in the drain pan, if I leave it for a day there will be bugs.
I use bike oil on my car
No man, instead of engine oil use gear oil ! way better, last longer, less will be flying off the chain, and it's still as cheap. I also heavy gear oil on the motorcycle chain, very good, better than all the sprays i've had.
a lot of people have said that also
Well yu made a big mess on the patio
really a big mess? Maybe more of a tiny mess?
The whole cult of chain maintenance of wildly over rated in my opinion.
Of course we need to oil our chains, but i think once every couple of months is fine. And even then, a quick rinse and a dry and an oiling like in this video is more than enough.
Most important is to just ride your bike and not wash it too often.
i used the gear oil from my scooter to lubricate my chain and drive train.. all this bike products are all just propaganda.. did they extensively test and experiment the oil that they used? or they just get that barrel of oil from China, put it in fancy bottles, do advertisements with paid cyclist to make the product a bike specific one..
I'm really not sure what to think, some days I think like you here, but others I'm seeing the research in the lab to get the best possible product... But for me, I don't need cutting edge stuff, just so simple lubrication.
you will stretch the chain long before the lower quality oil will damage the chain itself. As you said, it's all about marketing, depends what u want. Do you want to keep your 3000 $$ bike lubed to its finest and money isn't a problem? Pay a shop to do it but considering that most of us won't spend that much just use engine oil/gearbox oil and hose the gunk down once in a while. Replacing a chain is cheaper than most of the bike oils😅
People who make money from selling overpriced bike oil will tell you anything. Petro chemical companies don't make specific bike oil. I'm using 5w-40 synthetic oil mixed 60/40 with lighter fluid. It works just fine. If it protects my race car engine at 8000 RPM it will be more than adequate for a bike chain.
Eh, the chain & cassette wear together in my experience, no need to change either until the chain is physically slipping off the sprockets, you're at no mechanical disadvantage until then. This can take tens of thousands of miles. In fact I find a new chain & cassette aren't even worn in until after 1000 miles or so, at first shifts can be a bit jerky. I can replace the chain & cassette on my 8 speed commute bike for £30 with good quality components, buy a litre of Weldtite PTFE all weather oil for £20, a chain brush for £5, & be all set up for decades.
Change ur title dude I wanted to know one thing ...how to put oil on my chain not wash it or what to not do while washing it.this is primarily a how to wash ur bike video bull.one minute to apply oil to ur chain.thanks for trying to waste 9 minutes of my important life VS. Ur unimportant and tedious video of your life.
Very hateful...
I'm a beginner and found this step by step very informative