Chain cleaning

Particles already in the link can hardly be removed by any cleaning method (not even with ultrasonic waves). In order to prevent particles being transported into the link in the first place, the chain should be kept dry and clean on the outside by being wiped from time to time with an oily cloth. Additionally, sprockets, pulleys and chainrings should be kept clean as well because these parts are in direct contact with the rollers of the chain.

Only a very dirty chain should be cleaned intensively. We do not recommend any of the currently available chain cleaning devices because the liquids used normally have a very negative effect in the chain links. The links will not be free from particles after the application but the cleaning liquid will mix with the lubricant which in most cases destroys its lubricating feature. Therefore, before using a cleaning liquid, test it by mixing it with the lubricant you use.

We recommend cleaning liquids which do not have 100% degreasing effect, such as diesel or paraffin. Environmently more friendly are products based on modern washing-up liquids. They work quite well and can be easily washed out of the link with water.

Please make sure that the chain is lubricated correctly after an intensive cleaning!