LF Corrosion Resistant Chain

EpyonXero · 06-21-2010, 02:41 PM

Is there a brand or type of chain thats more resistant to corrosion than others? I live near the beach and have to keep my bike outside and I usually need to replace chains before their time because they corrode and develop kinks that cant be loosened. Im going to order a new chain soon, anybody have a recommendation?

derf · 06-21-2010, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by EpyonXero

Is there a brand or type of chain thats more resistant to corrosion than others? I live near the beach and have to keep my bike outside and I usually need to replace chains before their time because they corrode and develop kinks that cant be loosened. Im going to order a new chain soon, anybody have a recommendation?

keep it oiled more than usual?

Particle Man · 06-21-2010, 03:11 PM

I was thinking a nice thick coat of chain wax

goof2 · 06-21-2010, 03:24 PM

The Brits usually swear by a Scottoiler system for good chain life in corrosive conditions. If you ride pretty regularly it may help. If the bike sits for extended periods it may not. As for the chain itself, in those conditions if it is made out of metal it will corrode early. Keeping it clean and well lubed are about the only things I know of that will help.

Trip · 06-21-2010, 03:36 PM

maintain it and you have nothing to worry about, my cbarrr chain looked brand new at 12000 miles when I sold it

101lifts2 · 06-22-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Trip

maintain it and you have nothing to worry about, my cbarrr chain looked brand new at 12000 miles when I sold it

I don't see any beaches in Tenn.

Chain Wax it...but seriously chains are not that expensive.

EpyonXero · 06-22-2010, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 101lifts2

I don't see any beaches in Tenn.

Chain Wax it...but seriously chains are not that expensive.

Yeah, the salt mist that we get when the winds are on-shore really accelerates the rusting.

Rangerscott · 06-21-2010, 05:57 PM

I use dupont teflon spray. If you spray a lot on and dont ride for an hour or so, itll dry to a wax. You can do multiple coats.

Amber Lamps · 06-22-2010, 03:37 PM

looks-wise the powder coated/ chrome chains from EK do really well as the plates are covered inside and out but it's still very important that the rollers stay lubed. I also recommend the Teflon chain wax.

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EpyonXero AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Redneck Riviera, FL Moto: 2003 VFR800f6 Posts: 2,531	LF Corrosion Resistant Chain Is there a brand or type of chain thats more resistant to corrosion than others? I live near the beach and have to keep my bike outside and I usually need to replace chains before their time because they corrode and develop kinks that cant be loosened. Im going to order a new chain soon, anybody have a recommendation? __________________

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Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	I was thinking a nice thick coat of chain wax __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

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06-21-2010, 03:24 PM	#4
goof2 AMA Supersport Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,756	The Brits usually swear by a Scottoiler system for good chain life in corrosive conditions. If you ride pretty regularly it may help. If the bike sits for extended periods it may not. As for the chain itself, in those conditions if it is made out of metal it will corrode early. Keeping it clean and well lubed are about the only things I know of that will help.

06-21-2010, 03:36 PM	#5
Trip Hold mah beer! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven Moto: 08 R1200GS Posts: 23,268	maintain it and you have nothing to worry about, my cbarrr chain looked brand new at 12000 miles when I sold it

06-21-2010, 05:57 PM	#8
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	I use dupont teflon spray. If you spray a lot on and dont ride for an hour or so, itll dry to a wax. You can do multiple coats.

06-22-2010, 03:37 PM	#9
Amber Lamps Moto GP Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 14,556	looks-wise the powder coated/ chrome chains from EK do really well as the plates are covered inside and out but it's still very important that the rollers stay lubed. I also recommend the Teflon chain wax.