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[TenParticipant]

Have found using my Model 15 to go to and from work very convenient and fun. However, the other day the chain slipped and though I did get it back on realize that I need to keep it lubricated and clean. Any suggestions or recommendations?

[Ken FergusonKeymaster]

Hi Ten

There are a number of specialist products for cleaning and lubricating bike chains, for example here however I suspect in the real world many get by with a dry cloth and some motor oil.

There is a plastic guard on the rear sprocket of the Model 15 which can work loose and cause the chain to be displaced. If you find this is a problem, this can safely be cut off and removed.

[TenParticipant]

Thanks Ken. Have got some stuff to try. Plan to work on it Saturday and will try to leave comment about how I get on.

Happy Christmas!!!

[Paul IOMParticipant]

If you pop along to your nearest cycle shop or motorcycle dealer, and pick up a can of chain lube, this is a little more expensive but is designed to penetrate into the chain links, and it then thickens to give a weather resistant coating which won’t fling off during use.

[TenParticipant]

Thanks Paul. Still visiting family so haven’t a chance to work on chain yet. Got Muc Off to clean chain and then something else to lubricate afterward. Haven’t ever had to do this before so a bit antsy about making mistakes. Really appreciate your taking the time to give advice.
Hope you’re enjoying the holiday.

Regards,
Ten

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