Poll
Question:
What do you think?
Option 1: I use it now and it's great
Option 2: I used it, but it was terrible
Option 3: I'm going to try it now
Option 4: I'd never use that crap
Using DuPont™ Teflon™ Multi-Use Lubricant (http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=213197-39963-D00110101&lpage=none) as chain lube? WBW reviewed it... Sorta: Web Bike World Review (http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcycle-chain-lube/dupont-teflon-chain-lube.htm)
Looks interesting to me... It's cheap... Not as messy as the PJ1 Blue crap, but just as easy... Isn't sticky, so it won't attract MORE dirt like the PJ1...
What do you all think? Anyone using it now?
Very interesting. When I run out of chain lube in like 5 years I might consider trying it, if I remember...
still on my original cans. I am going to get some to try :thumb:
I also have a HUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE can of chain lube... But, I friggen hate it... So, I think I'm gonna pick up a can of this crap instead.
If someone reports back positively, maybe I'll shelf my old chain lube early
Sounds basically like the chain wax I already use. At least I can get it cheaper now. :thumb:
Best chain lube ever: Automatic Transmission Fluid. I kid you not. Try it and you'll never go back, I promise.
Yup, everything I've read says that the DuPont Teflon lube is supposed to be perfect for MC chains. It dries, so it wont fling off and it wont attract dirt.
-Turd.
Quote from: thirdman on May 22, 2007, 09:02:43 AM
Best chain lube ever: Automatic Transmission Fluid. I kid you not. Try it and you'll never go back, I promise.
I have heard that ... I have also heard that for suspension fluid - as in use ATF in the forks.
Problem is ... there is 2 different types of transmission fluid. Mercron or dexcron or trinitron or whatever and the other crap. Which one ??? I'd first clean the chain I have wiht that and see how it goes. Then try it to lube it ...
Cool.
Srinath.
Quote from: thirdman on May 22, 2007, 09:02:43 AM
Best chain lube ever: Automatic Transmission Fluid. I kid you not. Try it and you'll never go back, I promise.
:dunno_white: :dunno_white:
fling off the chain????
Quote from: ajaxgs on May 22, 2007, 10:03:32 AM
fling off the chain????
Yeah, and it would be a dirt magnet.
4d
Quote from: Turd Ferguson on May 22, 2007, 10:38:14 AM
Quote from: ajaxgs on May 22, 2007, 10:03:32 AM
fling off the chain????
Yeah, and it would be a dirt magnet.
Surprisingly, not. I used it extensively on my BMW F650 (dual sport), and even riding it in the dirt, it did not get gunked up as you'd expect. As far as fling goes, it is very 'thin', so you are unable to overdo it on the chain (or else it immediately drips off), and what does get flung is very, very thin and wipes off VERY easily. I've tried tons of different products, both chain lube specific and not, and I will never go back.
But, hey... do whatever floats your boat. As cheap as ATF is, I would recommend giving it a try and forming your very own opinon. :icon_mrgreen:
Quote from: thirdman on May 22, 2007, 10:56:56 AM
But, hey... do whatever floats your boat. As cheap as ATF is, I would recommend giving it a try and forming your very own opinon. :icon_mrgreen:
I've got a few bottles out in the garage, I'm going to have to try that out. :thumb:
-Turd.
Quote from: thirdman on May 22, 2007, 10:56:56 AM
Quote from: Turd Ferguson on May 22, 2007, 10:38:14 AM
Quote from: ajaxgs on May 22, 2007, 10:03:32 AM
fling off the chain????
Yeah, and it would be a dirt magnet.
Surprisingly, not. I used it extensively on my BMW F650 (dual sport), and even riding it in the dirt, it did not get gunked up as you'd expect. As far as fling goes, it is very 'thin', so you are unable to overdo it on the chain (or else it immediately drips off), and what does get flung is very, very thin and wipes off VERY easily. I've tried tons of different products, both chain lube specific and not, and I will never go back.
But, hey... do whatever floats your boat. As cheap as ATF is, I would recommend giving it a try and forming your very own opinon. :icon_mrgreen:
how do you apply it pour on or put it in a spray bottle?????
I actually just lubed my chain a few minutes ago, Weird.
I noticed that my can of Maxim was starting to go dry and thought I'd have to buy another can of lube soon, then I noticed that I had a nearly full can behind it on the shelf. I'm feeling cheap these days so I guess I'll wait till that one's dry before buying this stuff.
It'd probally work great for a cable lube, like on clutch cables. I've noticed that chain wax is a little too heavy and makes the clutch pull too heavy compared to a lighter lube. Too bad my new bike dosn't have any cable, except the choke.
Anyways, somebody try it out for a few thousand miles then report back.
Quote from: ajaxgs on May 22, 2007, 11:10:46 AM
Quote from: thirdman on May 22, 2007, 10:56:56 AM
Quote from: Turd Ferguson on May 22, 2007, 10:38:14 AM
Quote from: ajaxgs on May 22, 2007, 10:03:32 AM
fling off the chain????
Yeah, and it would be a dirt magnet.
...But, hey... do whatever floats your boat. As cheap as ATF is, I would recommend giving it a try and forming your very own opinon. :icon_mrgreen:
how do you apply it pour on or put it in a spray bottle?????
I use an old contact-lens solution bottle and drip/squirt it on. I have heard that some folks use a paint brush, and brush it on. I have also used an old Windex bottle... it comes out as a steady stream, not a mist, but it comes out FAST. Too fast for me, which is why I switched.
On old non o-ring chains that were always on the old bikes and scooters I worked on when I was younger I used gear oil, which has basicly the same properties as ATF except that it's thicker. It always seemed to work fine but I never had those bies on the road too long before they broke or I got rid of them. It did fling off onto the wheel and tire though.
I currently use chain wax, it diesnt attrack dirt very bad at all. It does however feel a little tacky and if that stuff dries then its def better, provided it lubes the chain enough. I am going to get a can next lube.
I use a chain wax myself...
I thought ATF wasn't supposed to be a very good lubricant as far as lubricants are concerned. I think of it as more like hydraulic fluid, with limited lubrication qualities.
For cables though, use Silicone lube. It's even better if you can get your hands on some industrial stuff (Bowman, for example) that produces a thicker silicone film. It's intensely slippery, not suitable for chains or anything like that, but, for cables it's the only thing I use. I'm not as hardcore into mountain biking as I used to be, but that's what I used on all my mtb cables as well. And those cables saw 100X more dirt and grime in 1 ride than my motorcycle ever will...
Just some thoughts.
is the dupont teflon "multi use lube" any different than the Teflon "Tri Flow"?
I was looking for the multi use stuff and found the tri flow. On the back of the can it says that it works on motorcycle chains. I wonder if the multi use stuff is the same thing as the tri flow except witha new name and label to attract some fresh attention.
Anyone that's used either of these on their chains have any reviews yet?
I bought some sooner than I expected, to lube some bicycle chains. I found it at Lowe's and it was called Multi Use Lubricant.
I've only used it on the bicycle chains so far; it seems to work fine. Everything from the webbikeworld review seems to hold true. Hopefully I'll be able to put some miles on the GS and use this stuff soon, so I can give a better review
Does the tri-flo say good for O-Ring chains? Is it wax?
THe Multi-Use stuff is a spray wax with teflon...
I actually picked up a can myself... Haven't used it on the GS chain yet, but I did use it on my bass cab casters... They spin faster now. :laugh:
I would love to try this lube but am having trouble finding it here in Australia :cry: You guys get all the good stuff (and get it cheaper to boot :sad: )
Have a look on GTA motorcycle forums and look up the dupont. I know I use it and am very pleased with the results. Come spring and no Lowes in the Toronto area will have any in stock, luckily I got 6 cans in the off season!
So do you find it cleans the chain at the same time as applying lube?
Quote from: manofthefield on May 21, 2007, 06:02:13 PM
If someone reports back positively, maybe I'll shelf my old chain lube early
here's your positive. i've been using it for a little while now, and love it. it's slippery as snot, resists road grime, holds up well to commuting, and takes about 3 minutes to apply evenly:
2 paper towels to apply, then wipe off the excess with them and ignite ! I'm kidding thatstuff is terribly flammable, be careful on a hot bike !
It's much cleaner than 10w40 or 20w50 that much i can promise ;)
I'm a user/abuser of the multi-use stuff. It gets sprayed on just about everything that squeaks too. :D
I only use paraffin wax or lithium aerosol lube. Don't buy the stuff "made for motorcycle chains" because it's a gimmick...just something to make you spend twice as much for lithium grease.
Quote from: ohgood on February 01, 2009, 05:06:32 AM
here's your positive. i've been using it for a little while now, and love it. it's slippery as snot, resists road grime, holds up well to commuting, and takes about 3 minutes to apply evenly:
2 paper towels to apply, then wipe off the excess with them and ignite ! I'm kidding thatstuff is terribly flammable, be careful on a hot bike !
It's much cleaner than 10w40 or 20w50 that much i can promise ;)
+1 :thumb:
I use it too and it's treated me great so far. I clean off the chain with WD-40 and a cheap-o toothbrush and paper towels, let it dry, then spray the multi-use lube on and let that dry. Over the summer it appeared to penetrate better than in these NJ winters (globs and clumps on a cool chain), but I have no complaints!
I've been searching high and low to find this stuff in Australia.
Repco (Auto store) is meant to stcok it but they just gave me blank looks, and their computers couldn't find it either.
Now trying my luck through boating stores.
Quote from: galahs on February 01, 2009, 04:31:04 AM
So do you find it cleans the chain at the same time as applying lube?
yes. when you're spraying it on the dirt (if any) just runs away onto your catch cloth. more than anything there is very little dirt, and the chain looks near new after spraying it on. it needs a good shaking to mix it well.
yes, safe for o-rings.
Damn I really want this lube!!! :mad:
Quote from: galahs on February 03, 2009, 11:16:37 PM
Damn I really want this lube!!! :mad:
if your in canadaland or it's not available, paypal me and i'll
shaZam! ship a 12 pack to you.
yes, it was a typo, and i almost missed it. thought it was funny (2 cups of coffee already) so i left it :)
In in Australia >:(
I finally got some and its great stuff.
Smells like coconut!
Goes on clear, and drys to a nice clear wax like substance.
For those interested, I got them in Australia from $15 a can through the following website:
http://www.bla.com.au
You order and pay for it through their site online, then you choose which of their authorised dealers you want it to be delivered too for pick up.