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Re: [ST] Chain cleaning



My method of cleaning the chain is:
1) Insert key
2) Start motorcycle
3) Ride, 200 to 400 miles
4) Inspect chain
     If (chain is worn out) then {replace chain}
     Else If (not clean) then {Go To step 1}

David W. Funk
'00 Sprint ST
Pleasanton, CA

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From: "Sprint ST" <sprint_st@xxxxxxxxxxx> 

> Let me provide my top secret method of chain cleaning. It's so secret I'll 
> bet 90% of the guys on this list do steps 1 & 2 just about the same way. 
> 1. I soak a rag in kerosene, wring it out till it doesn't drip, wrap it 
> around the chain and spin the back tire. I repeat this process until all 
> the major gunk is gone. Sometimes I use a toothbrush or some other brush to 
> assist. 
> 2. I hit the chain with some WD-40 to displace any water but do it sparingly 
> because I've heard rumors that it will degrade o-rings. 
> 3. I have changed to Dupont MultiPurpose Teflon Lubricant because it dries 
> dry to the touch and doesn't pick up hardly any road crud. I think my old 
> Bel-Ray and PJ-1 just collect crud and formed an abrasive paste. Since 
> making this switch, cleaning the chain is less than a five minute job. 
> 
> I think a lot of guys use variations on this method. Next time you clean 
> your chain, give the Teflon stuff a try, I think you'll like it. 
> 
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