So I have pledged to keep my new chain in top condition. Traditionally I have cleaned my chain only about once a month if even that, which is a horrible thing to do to a chain. I plan to clean my chain every night. Just a quick swipe with a paper towel and some degreaser and then re-lube it a couple hours later. Additionally, on the weekends I will take it off the bike and give it a nice bath. I never took my last chain off my bike, and eventually the master link froze in place.
Boxing My Bike Last Summer
2 comments:
I've never cleaned my chain! (I've had my bike for 10 years) I didn't know you were suppose to.
I didn't know that you had a bike. (well, maybe I did). It's a good idea to keep your chain clean. A lot of people don't though, especially if they are casual riders.
Of course if you're a casual rider your chain might not get very dirty. Just make sure that it doesn't get rusty.
One of the main problems with a dirty chain is that it wears a lot faster. The other one is that it can stain clothing and other things.
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