2006-12-31 11:22:58 · 16 answers · asked by My name's MUD 5 in Sports ➔ Cycling
as long as you don't oil the tires... or the brake pads
2007-01-01 08:36:05 · answer #1 · answered by mrfoamy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definately not!! The moreoil on the chain the quicker it will break as it attracts mud and dirt and all sticks to the chain causing wear to both the chain and the gears. I would reccommend wiping the chain clean with petrol or another solvent every week or 2 before applying a few drops of oil whilst turning the gears. The only possible reason to use plenty of oil is if the bike is being left in a dust free environment unused for a long period as this will keep off rust but always always clean the oil off before you use it again
2007-01-03 08:08:43 · answer #2 · answered by mbenn60 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well-lubed is more like it. There's nothing quite like riding my bike when all the parts are gliding together without making any noise.
Use a good quality bike lube on the chain. Dry lube if you ride in dry conditions, wet lube if your ride in wet conditions. Put it on, take it for a spin up and down the block, then wipe off any excess lube onto a towel or rag. Buy a chain wash tool and, if you ride often, clean your chain about once a month and re-lube. You won't be sorry. That gets all the grit out. And, it only takes about 5-10 minutes once you get good.
I admire a guy that rides in our group. He uses a wax on his drivetrain and it looks spotless and is silent. I've never tried it, but it seems to work for him.
Use a good quality bike grease on threaded parts and some dry lube where your brake and gear cables bend.
2006-12-31 23:05:43 · answer #3 · answered by ZepOne 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Keep the chain well oiled, but NOT over lubricated. Over lubricating the chain will cause dirt to stick excessively to it, thus causing accelerated wear.
Reccomend use of a fairly light oil, suggest you take a look into the dedicated bike lubes available in local bike shop...
Do not spray WD-40 into any grease packed bearings, I.e. wheel bearings, bottom bracket bearings etc... as it will dissolve the grease that is packed in there, causing lack of lubrication.
Hope this helps you a little.
2007-01-02 15:24:06 · answer #4 · answered by Tony P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
on most areas, yes. dont over lube the chain or you will do more harm than good. i use Krytex dry wax based lube on my chain. i drop a ton on the chain and work it through the gears, leave it for an hour or so,then wipe of the excess. i do this several times a week. depending on the the riding conditions, you will use a certain type of lube and apply it differently. consult your local shop (they are the only ones who will have it anyway).
anything else on the bike that should be lubed has bearings (headset, bottom bracket, suspension pivots, wheel hubs...) so i use Finish Line synthetic bearing grease. its about $6 for a big tube. lay it on those areas heavy and wipe off the excess. you want enough grease to keep things rolling smooth, but not too much so it makes a mess.
do this and you bike shall function for years to come.
2007-01-02 10:41:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but having the proper lube on the drivetrain and grease behind all your pedal, headset, bottom bracket and hub seals is a good plan.
You do not want to have lube dripping off your chain, and it should not be totally dry, either. Clean it, lube it well, run the pedals backwards to get the lube into the chain's rollers, then wipe off the excess.
WD-40 is NOT lubricant. never has been, never will be. All WD-40 is good for is protecting yard tools from rusting and helping loosen rusted bolts. It is not a lubricant.
2007-01-03 13:58:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lubrication is very important but has to be done properly. Over-lubing causes dirt to stick which causes just as much wear and tear. Get a quality lube from a bike shop and follow manufacturer's directions.
2007-01-01 12:35:54 · answer #7 · answered by Ben P 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A well-oiled chain as well as well maintained rest of the bike. It will help the bike and gears last longer and you will be less likely to break down in the middle of nowhere.
2006-12-31 21:13:51 · answer #8 · answered by crazydave 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yeah of course it is, if you keep the chain well oiled, it will be easier to pedal, plus if you keep other parts oled they will be easy to maintain
2006-12-31 20:43:52 · answer #9 · answered by Dave E 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
zep ones right uses the dry lube if it is dry out. i would recomend White Lightning this lube is wax based. this makes it harder for the dust to stick to it.
2007-01-01 00:06:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course
2006-12-31 19:25:08 · answer #11 · answered by Scarlett O'Hara 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋