On Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:03:21 +1100, Nev.. wrote:

> Andrew wrote:
>> On Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:16:06 +1100, G-S wrote:
>>
>>> Nev.. wrote:
>>>> You're lubricating the chain, so lubricant is most useful where two
>>>> moving parts are contacting, so the answer to your question would be,
>>>> your lubricant would be best aimed at any point where two parts of
>>>> the chain are rubbing against one another.
>>>>
>>>>
>>> O-ring/X-ring chains already have internal lube there... that's why I
>>> point the chain lube at the inside of the chain where the chain rubs
>>> against the sprockets.
>>>
>>>
>>> G-S.
>>
>> I think you'll find Nev.. is being provocative, G.S. Just a feeling I
>> have. [1]
>
> Provocative? LOL. I suggested lubricating the parts which require
> lubrication. Which bits would you suggest aiming the oil at if not
> those? Please ensure your response and mine are mutually exclusive.
>
> Nev..
> '08 DL1000K8

Heh! Well put. However, if you refer to the humourous footnote in my sig
in the earlier message, you'll see I'm suggesting lubricating both the
chain and the sprocket, not just the parts of the chain that require
lubrication.

--
Regards

Andrew

"Yeebok" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> On 18/03/2010 1:39 PM, VTR250 wrote:
>>> * Alright, it does make a difference. I once wrecked a good chain in
>>> only a couple of months using that Bel Ray white wax stuff. It turns
>>> out it was recommended for dirt bikes only, not road bikes. It
>>> doesn't penetrate (too waxy for a road bike) but it does pick up grit
>>> and turn to a grinding paste. I think it would've lasted longer if I
>>> had allowed it to simply rust.
>>
>> Followup:
>> http://www.quality-cycle.com/truth_a...cle_chains.htm
>> Search for "How to Correctly Lube your Chain!" and remember: five
>> exclamation marks is supposed to be a sure sign of insanity!!!!!
>
> I love how the picture of the correct way shows what appears to be a
> shitload of oil on the side of the tyre ..
>

If you have oil on the side of your rear tyre, then you should be happy in
the fact that your chain has enough oil.

On Mar 18, 10:39*am, VTR250 <goo...@m-streeter.demon.co.uk> wrote:

> Search for "How to Correctly Lube your Chain!" and remember: five
> exclamation marks is supposed to be a sure sign of insanity!!!!!-

Or that you are a female who used to be regular poster here and likes
elphants!!!!!

Theo

"George W Frost" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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>
> "Yeebok" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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>> On 18/03/2010 1:39 PM, VTR250 wrote:
>>>> * Alright, it does make a difference. I once wrecked a good chain in
>>>> only a couple of months using that Bel Ray white wax stuff. It turns
>>>> out it was recommended for dirt bikes only, not road bikes. It
>>>> doesn't penetrate (too waxy for a road bike) but it does pick up grit
>>>> and turn to a grinding paste. I think it would've lasted longer if I
>>>> had allowed it to simply rust.
>>>
>>> Followup:
>>> http://www.quality-cycle.com/truth_a...cle_chains.htm
>>> Search for "How to Correctly Lube your Chain!" and remember: five
>>> exclamation marks is supposed to be a sure sign of insanity!!!!!
>>
>> I love how the picture of the correct way shows what appears to be a
>> shitload of oil on the side of the tyre ..
>>
>
> If you have oil on the side of your rear tyre, then you should be happy in
> the fact that your chain has enough oil.
>
My Scott Oiler never leaves oil on the tyre. Makes me wonder if my chain is
improperly lubricated.