dude at the dealer said every couple fill ups... me = ??

 

500 miles, every time I wash the bike or after every trackday.

 

After every other ride or so, so about every 300-500 miles.

 

i dont, just squirt some water on it every other day and it'll be fine

 

300-500 miles depending on road conditions and weather.

 

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assuming that your joking....water as chain lube....thats just pure stupid.

I lube mine every 2-3 rides...if i go on a LONG ride i will lube it after that ride.

 

I've got a permanently sealed o-ring chain that never needs da loob

600 miles or so.

 

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assuming that your joking....water as chain lube....thats just pure stupid.

I lube mine every 2-3 rides...if i go on a LONG ride i will lube it after that ride.</TD></TR></TABLE>

i dont have a spot of rust on it yet

nah i dont do that I have some chain lube at home I use it every 3-4 rides (400 -500 miles)

 

I "lube my chain" at least every other day, if not more.

I do motorcycle maintenance too.

 

When I lube my chain the stuff gets EVERYWHERE. Not only when I spray, but also when I go out for my first ride after I lubbed. Am I missing something here?

 

if you spray the inside of the chain it doesn't fly off, depending on how much you lube it. also if you just let it dry or use the chain wax or some other brand that won't "fling off"

 

Hmmmmm, interesting.

Thanks

 

I do this every 500 miles, or after a few rainy days...

1. Brush chain (roommates toothbrush would be funny!)
2. Spray wd40 or kerosene on chain (preferably the inside)
3. Wipe chain down
4. Spray chain wax
5. Wipe off excess

A few key things to remember:
- Don't be lazy and put the bike in gear to clean the chain.
- Watch out for your fingers near the sprocket. I've pinched mine before, and it HURTS.
- Check your chain for tight/loose spots.
- Check your sprockets for worn teeth.

 

kind of surprised nobody mentioned to lube the chain when its warm. take the bike for a spin first and get it warmed up and then lube it.

 

Scottoiler! hooray!