Hi everyone,

New here to the forum and the world of 2 strokes. I just purchased a MC21 250 and was wondering how often I should Lube the chain. Which lube would be best to use. And what would be the best method to do so.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

PJ1 is best (it's kind of sticky and won't fly off) If you've ever owned a bike before NSR chains need lubing as often as any other bike. If you haven't ever owned a bike before check it at LEAST once a week but if you do loads of miles more often. Remember to keep adjusting chain, too. It lasts longer....

i use castrol chain lube it is very sticky and doesnt fly off if you put it on the night befor.
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MC21SP - sold

Ooh controversial! Most racers I know use Castrol Chain wax.

Of course the best is to use a Scottoiler, but not too practical on a wee stroker. (saying that I had one on my RD350)

Firstly, using the worst lube correctly, is better than using the best wrongly.

It needs to be applied to the rubber 'O' rings, and inner faces of the chain where the links touch the sprockets, and not liberally sprayed everywhere - this will only attract grit and grind your chain to dust in 2000 miles.

If you lube and then find your back tyre covered, you've either put too much on, or not allowed the product to solidify before riding. It needs 20 minutes or so to set.

Ensure you do not oil after a ride in the rain or a wash, you will only seal water in and rot the chain. Wait for the chain to dry, then lube it.

You'll know if you're using too little, as the chain will feel hot after a run - try to use someone elses hand to check this.

Best method for applying is to have the bike on a paddock stand and slowly spin the wheel whilst accurately applying the lube through a tube so it only goes where you want it. I have the engine running and the bike in first - but if it falls off or you loose your fingers don't blame me!

If you don't have a paddock stand, the next best is to have a friend hold the front brake on and lean the bike over on it's side stand allowing you to spin the wheel. I wouldn't have the engine on for this method! Alternatively, you can get a stick to prop the swingarm on, and use a bungee to hold the brake on (I'd put the front wheel against a wall too myself)

Blimey. Who'd have thought lubing a chain could be so interesting!
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i use castrol chain lube it is very sticky and doesnt fly off if you put it on the night befor.
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CBR400 - track
MC21R - sold
MC21SP - sold

Castrol Chain Wax here too - superb stuff, plus it's semi transluscent, so what does fling off doesn't cover the rear wheel with little black flecks!!



"nsrmonkey": I have noticed duplicate posts by you a couple of times now.

After submitting your reply, the forum will automatically take you back to your post (unless you click the "return to index" button) so you can check that it's posted OK. If you hit "Ctrl+F5" (in Windows) it will refresh the page, and force your browser to load the whole page from the Net, not from memory. This will allow you to double check your post.

Duplicate posts are not a problem, but I just thought this may be of use/interest to you.

Cheers,

Andy.
NSR-WORLD.COM

sorry andy, give me my nsr over a computer any day of the week!
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MC21SP - Roth-tax
CBR400 - track
MC21R - sold
MC21SP - sold

sorry andy, give me my nsr over a computer any day of the week!
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MC21SP - Roth-tax
CBR400 - track
MC21R - sold
MC21SP - sold

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MC21SP Plaything
BMW F800GS Bumblebee
Triumph 9551 Daytona Big boys toy
FJ1100 Sporting relic
GTS1000 oddball

Thanks for the replies guys. I will go and check if we have the Castrol lube here in Canada.