03-04-16, 01:23 PM
Engine oil as chain lube works for me. A can of spray lube is a rip off and you usually only get about four applications from a can. You could easily spend the cost of a new chain in spray lube in a year. People say the oil is acidic and that'll damage the rubber o rings in the chain but I've never had any problems. I clean off the chain with the engine oil and a toothbrush, then wipe it down with a clean rag, then apply a bit more oil and go for a short spin around the block. Then clean off any spray. Can't remember the last time I had to adjust my chain, the oil keeps it in good condition and you get a chance to look over the rest of the bike and give the rear wheel and swing arm a quick clean too. I'm sure an automatic oiler would be handier but doing it manually works fine.