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masterofpuppets

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masterofpuppets says:

cleaning my chain.

iv'e bought a brand new ER-6F  6 weeks ago and it's showing a little sign of rust on the chain can i clean and lubicrate my chain without it effecting my warranty?

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  • Posted 2 years ago (08 May 2012 17:53)

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AdieR

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AdieR says:

Chain lubing

is part of your regular checks, and details of cleaning / lubing will be in the bikes handbook (type of chain fitted, and what to clean / lube it with). There'll be a mileage interval given, additionally do it after washing the bike or after riding in rain.



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  • Posted 2 years ago (08 May 2012 19:51)
MarcusMarsh

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MarcusMarsh says:

Maintenance

If you have missed the info on your chain then you may not have taken too much notice of the other routine maintenance tasks listed in your manual.  As you have a nice new bike I would recommend that you read the manual properly and pay attention to all of the routine maintenance tasks listed in it.  These will include things like checking the oil levels and tyre pressures etc.  Not only will this ensure that your bike is safe but also that you continue to get enjoyment from riding it.    

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  • Posted 2 years ago (08 May 2012 22:47)
eatcs01

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eatcs01 says:

chain

Don't forget, you also have to put petrol in the tank occasionally.

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 07:45)
Richnotrich

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Richnotrich says:

Chain cleaning

affecting warranty?

:huh:

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 12:16)
masterofpuppets

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masterofpuppets says:

chain cleaning.

yea i read it in my kawasaki service and warranty. and iv'e read alot of manual the day i got it it confuses me it says that i have you use that spec oil. or can i use any oil or lube on my chain? it says a spec oil in my manual. like SAE 90 oil on my chain that's what it says in my manual.

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 15:20)
jaffa90

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 16:34)
AdieR

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AdieR says:

What oil does

it state in your book??

Kawasaki website states its a sealed chain, but not lube details.

My Yamaha book is quite clear on chain type and maintenance.

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 18:06)
masterofpuppets

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masterofpuppets says:

chain cleaning.

yea in my book  it tells me to use a strong oil like SAE 90 drive terrain oil.  but a work mate says you can clean with any cleaning oils or lube. it's just oiling or lubing i'm struggling with what to do because in my warranty and servicing book says  to use the spec cleaning lube and the spec drive terrain oil as SAE 90 oil. 

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 20:36)
masterofpuppets

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masterofpuppets says:

chain cleaning.

i think i have to use that what kawasaki said to use because in the warranty and servicing book it says it breaks the warranty if i don't use that spec oil.

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 20:42)
AdieR

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AdieR says:

Go by

the SAE90 that your book recommends, at least whilst its under warranty. After the warranty, use what you like.

Some chains need lubricant compatible with the chain (or more specifically, the seals in the chain, so as not to destroy the seals).

Decent lube is far, far cheaper than constantly replacing knackered chains and sprockets.

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  • Posted 2 years ago (09 May 2012 20:47)

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