10 Minute Bike Drivetrain Cleaning & Lubrication Tutorial!

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Chain cleaning is an essential part of bike maintenance and having your E-Bike in good working order can save you money, time & the headache of having to repair your bicycle! Some of the most important components on your EMTB are the chain, chainring and Cassette, so having these clean and well maintained will ensure your bike rides like a dream and stays in good working order out on the bike trails!
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0:00 - Intro
0:51 - EMTB Tools
2:29 - EMTB Cleaning
7:49 - Bicycle Lubes & De-greasers
9:09 - How to lube a bike chain
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@YoMumzinnit 2 жыл бұрын

I dispose of and replace my tires, brake pads, pedals, chain, cassette and all lines after each single ride. I learned this technique from a company that sells parts….

@SuperStrykerBoy 5 ай бұрын

Lol

@visserswp 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t believe for a second you replace that quick link every single week/ride

@TheWebstaff 2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe he washes it's every week either beyond a quick wash.. :)

@brandongopoop4997 2 жыл бұрын

If your going to take it off . Soak it in degreaser then rinse

@ilovephotography1254 2 жыл бұрын

At 5:37 you removed the chain. Why not from the start, remove the chain? Drop your chain into a solvent and agitate it a bit. Before placing the chain back on the bike, you can stretch out the chain, then evenly apply the oil. The jockey wheels, cassette and chainring would be easier to access for cleaning. You would't need to buy a chain cleaning device.

@Zefferum 2 жыл бұрын

Rather than creating all that metal waste by changing a quick link once a week, I run the degreaser in the chain bath, let it sit, clean the rest of the bike, then fill the chain bath with water or bike cleaner and run it through with that to wash off all the degreaser. 👍

@denesk2794 2 жыл бұрын

For the longest time I thought that that (and other) chain cleaning contraption was just a gimmick.... But the last dry season was super tough and I got one (Park Tool).... Best tool purchase ever. If you ride every day at a climate where muck happens every day. Well... get one. BTW, I just run dishwasher soap in it. Hose it down. Dry. Lube. Done...

@matthewlaw8268 2 жыл бұрын

Also check for chain stretch on each clean to catch it early.

@rogerdutton9930 2 жыл бұрын

Just did mine a few days ago, filthy job, always was, still is !🤠 I have a chain cleaner or two, never gets it all off, end up wasting time brushing off black residue until finally it's clean 😀 Try to dry it to find that it looked clean but is in fact still oozing black stuff, more cleaner, more brushing, get sick of the entire pain in the arse operation, use up more old pairs of pants trying to dry it, finally lube it, leaving it hanging over plastic pot to drain off. Refitted it, by now I've got sick of being covered in lube or wearing rubber gloves ( on/off, on/off ) use checker to find that the chains knackered so need to get a new one and a cassette and chain ring rendering all but the last bit entirely pointless and with a much lighter wallet. Another good job done, an entire day wasted and remembering how I meant to get The Nexus hub and surely a belt drive would remove the entire crappy operation?🤣🤣

@rogerdutton9930 2 жыл бұрын

And now I need some more pants too😖

@johnreese3762 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Chris, thanks!

@pesomasagravedad 2 жыл бұрын

"Single use only" 😉😉😅😅

@brendan1 2 жыл бұрын

Before and after every ride seems a bit much though. Especially with the process you go through. I never remove my chain unless I'm putting on a new chain. Just clean it with the chain cleaner, wipe it dry with some shop towels, then lube. And I spin my chain way quicker than that. I'm too eager to get out and ride I guess.

@pgjudo 2 жыл бұрын

Did he just say I need a new quick link after EVERY RIDE?

@johnaugustine311 Жыл бұрын

Good job bike looks new

@cornishgeeza 2 жыл бұрын

I have some water / citric acid / bicarb mixture I use to fill up that chain bath - pop some regular wash in the top to drop feed through and the grime usually comes off first time. Dry it off with a rag and apply the lube. Can't be bothered to take the chain off especially If you need a new quick link each time (news to me). Three minutes and done.

@saschafuchs185 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, there are many different dry lubes even from MUC-off. Wich one is your recomandation? Thanks

@islandaerial3414 2 жыл бұрын

I've had good results using spray cans of auto brake cleaner. Very quick process

@BANSHEEDAD Жыл бұрын

Isnt the cleaner designet to clean best when rotating your cranks bacwards and not forward?

@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v 2 жыл бұрын

Parktool 5.3 bath can be run in either direct great for dealing with that freewheeling Ebike crank. You can just stick something in the ring thou like a.......stick

@stevetremlett7917 2 жыл бұрын

Genuine question from an aged newbie. What about using motorcycle chain lube or chainsaw oil? Presumably heavy duty so good for ebikes, and non-fling formula. I await enlightenment.

@robertstreet747 Жыл бұрын

What is the tool called that you used to allow you to backpedal the chain? I have a e-bike and can’t backpedal to use the chain cleaning kit.

@stupidass4084 2 жыл бұрын

I use parafin wax with PTFE will never go back to greasy oils again, just rinse with hot water when finished my ride then redid chain into the slow cooker wax bath- sorted, silky smooth

@Goose077 2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget to use the Muc-Off chain cleaner in the correct direction though - not like it was demonstrated here!

@visserswp 2 жыл бұрын

Do elaborate, they’re sponsored by muck off so I’d be very embarrassing if they got it wrong…

@its_matt_long 2 жыл бұрын

I here I am about to use this tutorial...

@tigermint69 2 жыл бұрын

@Chris Smith yes, but question is; how do you use the MucOff eBike crank tool on a chainring with not bold fixings - as per the Canyon Spectral On???

@Goose077 2 жыл бұрын

@@tigermint69 Jeez, there's always one!

@Goose077 2 жыл бұрын

@Chris Smith Yes, well aware, but take yourself over to the Muc-off website and watch their instructional video. I believe there is also a directional arrow on the device too.

@atzedevries9563 2 жыл бұрын

can you successfully wash your cloth? Or is it being used a few times and then thrown away?

@tigermint69 2 жыл бұрын

I pop my microfibre cloth in the washing machine (be sure NOT to use any conditioner) and the come out fine - also, best not try it with other items, for fear of oil/ dirty cross contamination… but use the short wash cycle and it’s not to harmful to the wallet to run a wash just for some dirty rags

@RichR1973 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you get those quick links from ? If you have a shimano chain are there different quick links for each type of chain ? I clean mine on the bike but my OCD so wants me to remove it and give it good wash down. Thx

@bobbeorn 2 жыл бұрын

As a chainsaw user a way to extend the life of the sprocket is to swap out chains during daily maintenance, after sharpening. That way the chains and sprocket wore out at a similar time. So two/three chains per sprocket. As bike chains and cassettes wear too it may work with running two chains. The freshly cleaned chain will have time to dry that way too.

@kemalyayoz 2 жыл бұрын

How to use Muc-off Ebike drivetrain lube tool on Spectral:On ?

@edgarsnezinu1439 2 жыл бұрын

I really like dry lube but Idk why dry lube is so weak staying on chain even if it gets a little drizzle of rain

@alans4281 2 жыл бұрын

A little research on the right channel suggests Muc off is almost the worst chain oil.

@johns9974 2 жыл бұрын

Could not agree more it is the worst chain lube I have used over 20 years. Squirt lube is the only way to go. Ask any unbiased mountain biker or bike shop.

@frankchristophersen6472 Жыл бұрын

you should backpedal the crank when you are using this chaincleaner, yes i know you cant do that on a e-bike, you simply use a ziptie to connect the crankarm to the chainwheel😊

@ActivewheelsMerthyr 2 жыл бұрын

If you are taking off the chain it’s probably better to soak it in a container with degreaser off the bike. I’ve started using wax based lube which is working well and the chain and other parts don’t get as dirty.

@mallias2683 2 жыл бұрын

Wax lube is amazing. The trick is to fully de grease the chain before start using it. Especially a new chain that comes lubed from the factory. After that you can clean everything easy with only water.

@JackSparrow-sq2uv 2 жыл бұрын

Before I used the blue bottle of squirt than bike shop recommended me the the green bottle of squirt special for e-bike I think so far is good one ,easy to wash it off with water mixed with soap get it real clea like new ,now was thinking to try this mucoff is it better than squirt for dry conditions?

@ltrtg13 2 жыл бұрын

I did originally think using Steve's bike would have been better for the before and after parts of the video. Then I remembered, it's only a 10 minute video.

@rgd1977 2 жыл бұрын

Whatever method you use to clean and lube your chain it’s always a pain in the tit. I can’t wait for gearboxes and belt drives on emtb’s!

@tigermint69 2 жыл бұрын

Gearboxes will be the game changer for sure

@ljadf 2 жыл бұрын

Sooo... clean the chain every ride, then wash it under the tap and replace the quick link? Couldn't you simply use a hose or a bucket of water? Also, if applying lube to the "bottom" of the chain, what happens to it when it circles to the "top"? In addition, if the lube is a liquid which "drips off" the chain, and you're applying it to the rollers (top or bottom), wouldn't that mean it's already between the roller contact points prior to your moving it... (unless you're spinning it at incredibly high speeds which would seem impractical) are you suggesting that it only ever gets half way in? Finally, why wasn't the chain being spun be backwards using that special tool at the beginning? Sorry, lots of questions.

@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't recommend doing a full clean after ever ride

@uroskotnik5006 2 жыл бұрын

@@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v why not?

@jesseoglidden 2 жыл бұрын

It is not necessary to clean the chain after every ride. Also, it's not necessary to remove the chain after every cleaning! Inspect the chain, get a chain-checker. Replace the chain when the chain-checker indicates.

@embn 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steven! When Chris ran the chain underwater, that would simulate you spraying your bike down with a hose outdoors. It's not essential to take the chain off every time! Putting lube on the bottom of the chain is best as lube won't drip as much and will lubricate the other contact points better (for example, the cassette and chainring). Having the crank tool is useful, however we displayed how it's done without the crank tool. Hope this clears everything up! 👍

@aberdeendeltaforce Жыл бұрын

It’s cheaper, easier and far less messy simply not touching your bike and putting it in the bike shop 4 times a year for a service. A quick wash down after each ride with a garden hose and a little lube is all you need between services. Muc off is silly money and in my job I have far better things to spend my free time on…….like riding the bike.

@gazbro4383 2 жыл бұрын

Your using the chain cleaner tool backwards because you can’t use the mucoff ebike pedal backwards tool on all bikes , another way it to flip the machine round and not use the handle which is what I do , also your chainring was still filthy after you cleaned the chain which seems daft

@scootjockey 2 жыл бұрын

I,ll buy a chain instead no time for that just wanna ride.

@matthemason7918 2 жыл бұрын

Wax on!

@TheWebstaff 2 жыл бұрын

I stop off at the local jet wash on the way home I recommend 1-4-5. 2 minutes a bike with hot wax finish. Job done. £1 The money that save me money over buying all these products and as we always do the same wash we are getting better life out of our kit...

@joecanuck3751 Ай бұрын

Do you have any grease left in your bearings?

@dad7720 2 жыл бұрын

If you want a dry chain, put it in the oven at a low heat for 10 minutes

@jesseoglidden 2 жыл бұрын

In the desert, you just let it dry overnight.

@mrmurder75 2 жыл бұрын

I can afford the lube but not the ebike 🤔🥴

@embn 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, there is definitely a price difference! 😂

@johnchristopher5075 2 жыл бұрын

Every time they promote Muc Off products EMBN looses a bit more credibility. I’ve been happily using a old worn out Allen key to lock off my pedals, a twig could do exactly the same thing. WTF would I spend more money on a overpriced tool that I don’t need? Why?

@claw7854 2 жыл бұрын

this is the first video of the gmbn community that i totally disagree. u dont need to replace ur chain lock always, neither do u actually need to remove it. just be precise when drying it and why do u take so long to lube, just give it a spin and hold down the lube so it will drip. and why didnt u clean ur chainring properly? probably the rear neither... I do cleaning like this (actually with all the stuff percisly cleaned) once a year, when i make a full dismantle and rebuild for a master clean. but before barely every ride i clean my chain and lube it. takes me less than half the time watching this video. not satisfied this time!

@fisharefriends598 6 ай бұрын

If you need to take the chain off. You as well do a proper job cleaning the chain and the drive train.. advertising a product for a completely different clean up routine

@michaelrichmond3137 2 жыл бұрын

OMG this is just becoming a joke now, thousands of videos on here about this topic and you publish another, come on chaps go sit in a room and come up with some new content