Best Homemade Bike Chain Cleaning Tool with no mess, easy to use, inexpensive

How to make the best cheap homemade bike chain cleaning tool kit for road bike, trail, bmx, or mountain bike cycling. Use an empty plastic 1 liter soda or juice bottle, several old tooth brushes, duct tape, small piece of rubber from old tire or computer mouse pad and a tin snip, knife, or heavy duty scissors to cut the plastic bottle. First we show you how to make dual tooth brush chain cleaner. Then a portion of the plastic bottle which will keep fluid from dripping on your work space and eliminate the usual mess of manufactured chain cleaning tools. Hook on the cut plastic bottle, spray the chain with a biodegradable cleaner, use the tooth brush tool to get the dirt between the links and and then wipe with a clean cloth. DON'T FORGET to lube the chain when finished. The cleaner tool cost pennies, easy to use and is done in minutes without the mess. Better then the messy expensive plastic machine that you see advertised. Periodic chain cleaning and lube along with cleaning of your cassette and chainrings will keep your drive train lasting longer with better performance. With this easy bike maintenance, your ready to cycle.

[@shameelariff2556]

This is a great Idea Tony, I am now following instructions and it's a great clean up

[@tony10speed]

I only use degreaser (such as Simple Green) on the chain if I'm going to subsequently rinse the chain and wipe it dry before re-lubrication. I do this if I've been ridding in the rain or muck. In between times, about every 150-200 miles, I do a quick 2 minute chain and drivetrain clean up (see the videos below). I use only a tiny bit of turpentine (evaporate of the chain fast) on a cloth and wipe off the excess grime on the surface of the chain (or a dry cloth if turpentine is not available). Once I complete the 2 minute cleanup, I re-lubricate the chain. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk When you lubricate the chain, work the chain backward to work the lubricant into the bushings. Let the lubricate sit a bit, then wipe off the excess. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5OudHuqj5djY5I Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

@@tony10speed regarding your description of thorough chain/drivetrain cleaning: please describe best way to rinse off the degreaser product from chain and all other relevant parts. re your quick clean method: please tell if gasoline is an acceptable substitute for turpentine. thnx very much !

[@tony10speed]

@@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568 If you are doing our 2-minute quick clean, you place on tiny drop of Turpentine on a cloth, wipe the chain surface, then continue to wipe with a dry part of the cloth. You're using a minute amount of Turpentine and wiping off the excess (which will also evaporate). In the absence of Turpentine, just use a dry cloth. I do not use Degreaser unless I'm going to also wash the drivetrain with soap & water, rinse with water and dry. Most bicycle degreasers will interfere with subsequent chain lubricants we use. I stay away from Gasoline and Kerosene since both are environmentally unfriendly and very hazardous to ones health.

[@johnnichols8553]

It's simple hacks like this that are perfect for us new riders. I already spent a ton of money on the bike, a helmet, lights, a lock, gloves, tire pump...I'm drained! Now I can do this at home easily.

[@Melancholikerin]

Great idea! For those of us who have to clean our bikes on a balcony, this is an easy way to prevent stubborn grease stains on the floor, without having to line everything with tarp.

[@tony10speed]

Melancholikerin - Glad you found this useful. Regards, Tony

[@kaybee5150]

Brilliant. So simple and effective. Thank you very much Tony.

[@tony10speed]

Easy and quick with little mess. Regards, Tony

[@rafaelstv]

Thanks for the tip. That's the best way I've ever seen to clean a bike chain.

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@savasolarov8424]

my bicycle mechanic sent me here, I do have a chain cleaner device, however that sounds pretty effective too! I will give it a try.

[@tony10speed]

I find it less messy then working with the units you fill with degreaser that clamp onto the chain. And you don't want degreaser on your rims if you have rim brakes or your rotors or pads if you have disk brakes. I use Simple Green (not the one marked "degreaser" but just the inexpensive one found at your local grocery store). You need to wipe it down thoroughly before lubrication (if working inside) - but ideally, it's best (working outside) to wash with soap and water, rinse and wipe completely dry. Most degreasers will interfere with chain lubricants and make them less effective. Regards, Tony

[@markthomasson5077]

Yup, definitely worth splashing out on a proper one!

[@edmundfong1978]

Genius!! I used to have to painstaking soap off the degreaser getting onto the other parts of the bike!!! Also was spending much time running the brush over the top once then under it .. the 2-toothbrushes technique is a great time saver!! Gonna try this the next time!!

[@tony10speed]

Let me know how you make out or if there's an even easier way. You still need to wash off the chain with soap and water to remove any degreaser which may interfere with any lubricant you apply. Then wipe down the chain and re-lubricate. Regards, Tony

[@capaddlediva]

@@tony10speed

[@thekev506]

Clever! I like the double-toothbrush trick, I'll have to give this a go.

[@AfricaTwin-Stuff]

This is brilliant. I’ve produced my own youtube using this idea to clean my motorcycle chain. I’ve acknowledged you in the video description. Thanks.

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Regards, Tony

[@BoyFrom_Paris]

Have a friend to crank the crankset continuously for a thorough cleaning. Your method is very clever and economical. Thanks for posting.

[@tony10speed]

If you have a bike stand and with experience, you can do it all yourself. Or if your a fanatic like me, place one drop in each link, turn the crank, place a drop on each non-lubricated link, and repeat until the chain completely lubricated. Turn the crank a number of time to work the lubricant into the links, let sit overnight (if your can) and then wipe off the excess. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@benbryany4656]

Subscribed! Great channel! All the way from philippines God bless 🤲🏻

[@tony10speed]

You're welcome. Visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling from the USA, Tony

[@creationadorer4690]

Thank you, Tony, for your clever, economical and practical advice.

[@tony10speed]

Glad to help.

[@MiguelJuanez]

Saved me from having to buy an expensive cleaner. Thanks Tony!

[@tony10speed]

Glad to help. Regards, Tony

[@simranjeetgoogle797]

Very simple idea but effective. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@tony10speed]

After using the degreaser, it's a good idea to wash the chain with soap and water, wipe dry and let any residual water evaporate. Then re-lubricate the chain. Regards, Tony

[@simranjeetgoogle797]

@@tony10speed Thanks for the extra information. But what happens if you just use soapy water and don't use degreaser?

[@tony10speed]

@@simranjeetgoogle797 Riding in the mud and dirt on my mountain bike, I usually just use soap and water after such a ride. But my road bike picks up grease and grime from the road, especially when the roads are wet. About every 150 miles I'll do a quick 2 minute clean up of the drivetrain (note: I now use a little turpentine on a cloth -not degreaser in the video below - and let it evaporate and dry before re-lubrication). See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M And periodically I'll do a thorough cleaning of my road bike using degreaser on the drive train and then washing with soap and water, rinsing and wiping dry which takes me about 15 minutes. Regards, Tony

[@speedbird983]

proves you dont need to spend loads of money on fancy things! Love it, thanks for the great vid

[@tony10speed]

And those fancy things always seem to break. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@MikeBolitho]

Great way to keep degreaser of the bike and I really like the toothbrush tool.

[@ruzziasht349]

and keep words out of the dictionary.

[@marcobustos2184]

Excelente idea!!! 👍. Adiós a los desastres q dejaba antes!!! 😃🚲

[@tony10speed]

Also see our two other videos on 2 minute quick drivetrain cleanup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk&ab_channel=TonyMarchand Regards, Tony

[@wrarmatei]

This is so incredibly useful. I couldn't find my usual degreaser, so I grabbed some stuff that corrodes aluminum...this saves me from rinsing my rim/tire every few seconds. Genius.

[@tony10speed]

Thanks. It's a nice little trick. Regards, Tony

[@steve_22xy]

nice method, very simple too. i'll do it that way next time.

[@tony10speed]

You can use Simple Green Cleaner from the grocery store (it's cheap and environmentally friendly) and it works as well as any degreaser. Either wipe the Simple Green off as best as possible before re-lubricating. Or preferable, wash and rinse with soap and water, dry and then re-lubricate. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@steve_22xy]

@@tony10speed thanks Tony! That's a good way to save money, don't need any bike specific products, just use regular household products for bikes too. Simple Green Cleaner or other eco-friendly degreaser it is.

[@nataliekalandadze6338]

Wow, thank you so much for the great tip!!! :)

[@tony10speed]

You're Welcome. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@jamesgabel7219]

After cleaning in the manner that you showed, do you have to rinse it with water before applying lube?

[@tony10speed]

Yes, rinse with water to remove degreaser which otherwise may interfere with chain lubricant. The plastic bottle used when cleaning the chain just keeps the degreaser off of the bike, rims (if rim brakes) or disc brakes and pads.

[@carlhammill5774]

This is why I come to Utube. Thank you

[@tony10speed]

You're Welcome. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@darrenmooruthv2]

You're awesome! I'll try this next time after this all in one spray and cleaning chamber is finished with. Great advice, thanks Tony10Speed!

[@tony10speed]

Be sure to wash down the chain with soap and water to remove any degreaser, wipe dry and then lubricate the chain. Degreaser can interfere with chain lubricant. Regards, Tony

[@agpi100]

So nice! I haven't noticed this idea. I'll try next time.

[@tony10speed]

Let me know if it works for you. Regards, Tony

[@francoisrebreyend446]

Thanks a lot for this excellent idea. Have a nice life. Francois

[@tony10speed]

You too. Hope to bring you additional concise helpful videos. Regards, Tony

[@j.l.s.r.3212]

Muy buena idea, sencilla y práctica. Enhorabuena.

[@tony10speed]

Me alegro de que haya sido útil. Saludos Tony

[@kgilliagorilla2761]

How does chain degreaser work on plaque? Great video, thanks.

[@tony10speed]

You try it and let me know. Thanks for the compliment and safe cycling, Tony

[@kgilliagorilla2761]

@@tony10speed Touché! Not on your life! Be safe.

[@vitaminbp1]

This is genius, thank you!!

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Please note: I only use degreaser (such as Simple Green) on the chain if I'm going to subsequently rinse the chain and wipe it dry before re-lubrication. I do this if I've been ridding in the rain or muck. In between times, about every 150-200 miles, I do a quick 2 minute chain and drivetrain clean up (see the videos below). I use only a tiny bit of turpentine (evaporate of the chain fast) on a cloth and wipe off the excess grime on the surface of the chain (or a dry cloth if turpentine is not available). Once I complete the 2 minute cleanup, I re-lubricate the chain. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk When you lubricate the chain, work the chain backward to work the lubricant into the bushings. Let the lubricate sit a bit, then wipe off the excess. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5OudHuqj5djY5I Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@trekkeruss]

I used to clean my chain by removing it and throwing it into a jar with solvent, shaking it until it got clean. Early this year I got a new bike, and I decided to change my lube as well, to Rock 'n' Roll Gold. I I lube it the way Rock 'n' Roll recommends; flow it onto the chain, rapidly spin it, and wipe clean with a cloth. I have over 2000 miles on it, and the chain looks new and has no measured wear. So simple, and I don't need to bother with a separate cleaner or cleaning step.

[@tony10speed]

Where we live, the roads have lots of dust, grim or sometimes just wet. We also ride in all kind of weather conditions. I do a quick clean each week and especially and after being in wet conditions. Not sure even Rock 'n' Roll would last 2000 miles. You must have excellent clean dry roads. Wish I can say the same for here. Thanks for the information. Regards, Tony

[@dendenmercado8964]

great idea tony.. amma try this out.. i hope it really works.. that two magical brushes :p new subscriber here from Philippines :)

[@tony10speed]

The brushes need to be "firm" and long bristled to work the best. Some will go over the chain again with a soft brass brush with long bristles to make sure the dirt and debris are removed from within the links. Don't forget to wash off any residual degreaser and wipe dry before re-lubrication. Also see our videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk&ab_channel=TonyMarchand Regards, Tony

[@manolitomunoz9458]

Great idea, economical!

[@tony10speed]

Uses less degreaser (I use environmentally friendly Simple Green). Then wash and dry the chain before I re-lubricate. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@fredlast4547]

good idea for cleaning indoors. I use floor cleaner on a sponge, rinse off with water then displace the water with wd40 and then re-lube using dry lube.

[@tony10speed]

Sounds good. I suggest wiping off the excess wd40 before applying the dry lube. WD40 is a solvent and degreaser containing a light lube. References: lifehacker.com/5891936/when-should-i-not-use-wd-40 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6W0Y3SoZ6dri9k Regards, Tony

[@capaddlediva]

@@tony10speed

[@patljak]

This is brilliant! Thanks for the video!

[@tony10speed]

Works well. Don't forget to wash off the degreaser with soap and water, then dry before you re-lubricate your chain. Regards, Tony

[@dido1803]

Awesome hack!! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@tony10speed]

Your welcome. Glad you found it useful. For best results: Wash down the chain with soap and water and then dry it before re-lubrication. Most degreasers will interfere with chain lubricants if not fully removed. Regards, Tony

[@justmadeit2]

Is the degreaser specially for bikes or can you use any ? Is it cheap and in supermarkets ?

[@tony10speed]

For light dirt/grease, one can use Concentrated Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner from the grocery store. However, if you want a deep clean, I suggest Finish Line Citrus Spray or Simple Green Bike (from bike shop or on-line). Remember, this is only the first part of the process. One must then wash the chain with liquid soap (such as Dawn) and water using a soft brush on the chain, cassette, and chainrings to remove the degreaser (and sponge on the frame if needed). Residual degreaser will break down any new lubricant applied to the drivetrain. Rinse with water, wipe dry, and re-lubricate the chain, and pivot points of the derailleurs. I do this when I clean my bike every few months or if I ride in very muddy conditions. In between times a use a quick method described below: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M The idea is to keep the grease and dirt from building up by being pro-active and thus, keep your shifting in top performance. Regards, Tony

[@justmadeit2]

@@tony10speed Thanks for the advice and link. Greetings from England

[@gordonjones4705]

Great idea 👍

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@mikesmit6663]

Very clever. Thank You

[@tony10speed]

Don't forget to wash off the degreaser before lubrication. Residual degreaser can interfere with bike lubricants. Regards, Tony

[@MegaLJ3]

Very clever thinking!

[@tony10speed]

Neat trick. If you degrease a chain, it's best to subsequently wash the chain with soap and water (to remove the degreaser which may interfere with any added lubricant), rinse and wipe dry before lubrication. Regards, Tony

[@BikingBarista76]

Thanks Tony! Definitely try this...🙂

[@XD-kd9ln]

Does the brand of the cleaner matter? Don’t want the chemicals to hurt the chains😢

[@tony10speed]

I prefer Simple Green. But what ever you use, be sure to wash and rinse the chain after use. Also see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZmcd3-Joax1brs

[@rodrigosouto9502]

Thank you!

[@tony10speed]

Glad you found it useful. Regards, Tony

[@rickdavid1795]

Excellent idea

[@tony10speed]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@BravoAlfaZulu]

Do the cassettes need cleaning too?

[@tony10speed]

I just wipe down the cassette if things are there is not to much grime or dirt. See our 2-minute drivetrain cleanup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand But if I've been out in the rain or there's much grime and dirt, the whole drivetrain (including the cassette and chainrings get scrubbed with degreaser, soap and water, rinsed and dried. It's best to remove the front and rear wheels first and wash separately so as not to get degreaser on brake pads or disc brakes. When rinsing, try not to point the hose directly at the hub or bottom bracket bearings to prevent grease from being washed out. Seem reasonable? Regards, Tony

[@denisdellaragione4378]

Merci et bonne journée

[@tony10speed]

Sois bien et en sécurité, Tony

[@leftyseel8658]

I’ll try this method when i apply wet lube later this week. Thanks. One question sir Tony. When applying a dry lube for the first time, is it necessary to remove the chain and dip it in some mineral spirit or kerosene to totally clean it? Or can i just do method you did above?

[@tony10speed]

Good question with lots of differing opinion. No it is not necessary to remove the lubrication on a new chain - which will last several hundred miles before re lubrication. However, if you ride in DUSTY OR DIRTY conditions as I do here in the wooded east coast back road, I superficially wipe off a new chain with a tiny bit of degreaser on a cloth (I've switched to turpentine which evaporates faster), wait a few minutes and apply lubricant as in the video. See our video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M There is no need to place the chain in mineral spirits or kerosene. Here is a great reference: singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/new-chain-sticky-factory-lube-remove-it-first-or-not/ Regards, Tony

[@DMcTyke]

@@tony10speed My opinion is indeed different. Mixing different lubes is not recommended. Some lubes, such as Purple Extreme or the dry (wax) lubes should be applied to a completely degreased chain. If you want to use one of the aforementioned lubes, a brand new chain should be degreased with several changes of petrol or similar solvent, by shaking in a jam jar or immersing in an ultrasonic bath, then allowing it to dry completely before applying the lube. Failure to do this will compromise the performance of the chain lube and will condemn you to having a horrible black gunky chain after every ride as the mixture of factory grease, lube and its carrier solvent mix with road grime.

[@SheldonCooperM]

I really like this method. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@LLOPEZJF]

Is a very good idea !!

[@tony10speed]

Thanks. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@garymiddleton7115]

Cheap nailbrushes bought from Hardware/£shop work well too. Can hold 2 of them together with a zip tie.

[@tony10speed]

I've seen it used. Does work well. Thanks Gary.

[@murraylevine2427]

How often should I rewax my chain? 😃 Thanks

[@tony10speed]

Let's ask the expert oz at oz Cycle: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4nYiKubnbifY9U

[@leftyseel8658]

Is it safe to use rubbing alcohol on chain exteriors, cogs, chain rings? Just for some light cleaning, rag with some alcohol poured in.

[@tony10speed]

For a light clean up, you can use rubbing alcohol. I use a tiny bit of turpentine (a little better penetration then rubbing alcohol) on a rag giving it time to evaporate before I re-lubricate the chain. See our video on Quick Drivetrain Cleaning (note: I now use turpentine rather then degreaser for quick clean): kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M For deep cleaning, you'll need degreaser, followed by a wash with soap and water, and wipe dry. Regards, Tony

[@davida1679]

Good stuff. Thank you!

[@tony10speed]

A fun trick. Not for all but I've found it useful. Regards, Tony

[@bahrojioji9081]

Wow.. Is god.....

[@AndreRowan]

Best!!!!

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@cesar0610]

Clever, easy and cheap idea you share, I would try out, also I would try using a couple of bronze or soft wire brushes attached together with a hinge instead of toothbrushes

[@tony10speed]

Yes, the bronze brushes would work very well. When I do a quick 2 minute drivetrain cleanup (about every 100-150 miles of cycling), you'll see in the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M that I use a soft bronze brush - then re-lube the chain. If my chain is very dirty (as is often the case on my mountain bike), I'll clean with the homemade bike chain cleaning tool to do a more thorough clean up. Regards, Tony

[@paulbritton7204]

thank you iwill do it regards pAUL

[@tony10speed]

If you're doing this outside, you can probably skip the plastic bottle. I usually wash down the chain with soap and water & dry to remove residual degreaser that may interfere with any chain lubricant you use.

[@danielsnook5029]

Could you cover how to clean the toothbrushes before you put them back in the medicine cabinet?🤣

[@antoniiocaluso1071]

Old (68) North Italiano cyclist here. Nice, but my tip would be to simply place a scrap plastic sheet (placemat!), or 6mil poly, between the chain & wheel. Sufficient to lay/tape atop the backstay & down to ground, & protecting the wheel. Then just spray, wipe, spray, brush, spray, wipe...till done. It frees both hands, rather than jiggling the bottle in place. Self-building my own ECOhome (7th) in SW FL, USA, so...no, I'm not making a YT-vid of it :-) You young'uns need to figure things out yourselves more, anyway! Haa

[@flyharvey6666]

Nice!

[@tony10speed]

Glad you found it helpful. The plastic bottle just keeps the degreaser away from other components such as the wheel rims (rim brakes) or disc brakes. You should wash & dry the chain after degreasing and before re-lubrication. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@waqasahmed939]

Not bad. I prefer the barberi stuff where you put degreaser in some plastic, and then run the pedals

[@tony10speed]

I find them messy, especially when you go to remove them from the chain. I do all my work inside in my shop and try to keep everything around me as clean as possible. But that's just me. The plastic enclosed cleaners do work well but best used outside. Thanks for the input. Regards, Tony

[@iptan28]

Good 👍 its simple this what im finding thanks i subscribe you i like it

[@tony10speed]

Your welcome. Thank you for your support. Regards, Tony

[@michaelhayward7572]

Thanks. Subscribed.

[@tony10speed]

Glad it helped and we have some neat videos in the works we hope to publish soon. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@Sanjay-xk1uz]

good

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@yaghos8434]

Just subscribed .. Love frm pakistan

[@tony10speed]

Thanks for subscribing. Hope we can bring you some more useful info. Regards, Tony

[@SuperOlds88]

I bet a creative guy like you could find a way to get maybe get a narrower plastic bottle and epoxy those brushes inside it and then have enough de-greaser in there so you could immerse the chain in it and crank away to a bright and shiny chain. The idea you show is great but someone like you is always thinking of an improvement so we don't have to purchase the expensive Park chain cleaner.

[@tony10speed]

Interesting. Something to work on. Regards, Tony

[@norms3913]

The only problem is with toothbrushes you have to get the grit inside the chain links Theres a lot of gunk built up in there

[@tony10speed]

Two toothbrushes attached facing each other should have long enough bristles to allow sufficient cleaning. If that still a concern, when I do my 2 minute cleanup, I use a brass bristle brush on the chain. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk&ab_channel=TonyMarchand Regards, Tony

[@peterscuba]

Sadly doesn't get inside the links where most of the hard to reach cack is

[@tony10speed]

Must be the tooth brush. The ones I got from my dentist have long stiff bristles. Tooth brushes also come in different stiffness ranging from firm to extra soft. A your grocery store, look for extra firm tooth brushes with long bristles. They're not expensive. If still concerned, you can obtain a brush with brass bristles from Amazon. See: www.amazon.com/s?k=brass+bristle+brush&crid=2B74G5O7FMK9W&sprefix=brass+bris%2Caps%2C163&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_10 Regards, Tony

[@paulyeej]

Clever!!

[@tony10speed]

Yes, but don't forget to wash off any degreaser with soap and water. Regards, Tony

[@marsudibu]

cheap and easy to do

[@neftalifernandez7802]

Muy buena idea!!!!

[@tony10speed]

Gracias Neftali. Saludos cordiales, Tony

[@dvdp4513]

Don’t you need to rinse the chain with water when you are done? And then let it dry before applying your lube...

[@tony10speed]

Yes you should. The plastic bottle just keeps the degreaser from getting on to other parts of the bike (rims, disc brakes, etc.). But degreaser can interfere with any lubricant you add. So the answer is yes, wash with soap and water. Thanks for the comment. Regards, Tony

[@dvdp4513]

@@tony10speed thx Tony, shall try the trick with the bottle now I have an empty one.

[@tony10speed]

@@dvdp4513 Cutting the plastic bottle with tin snips is not the easiest thing to do. The trick works for some but not for others. Also see our other videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk&ab_channel=TonyMarchand Regards, Tony

[@tgrman1]

you have to use a WIRE brush ace.

[@tony10speed]

That's what happens when you view only old videos which You Tube does not allow you to update (at least not anymore). See our recent video below ace: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk Regards, Tony

[@TheEaglehaslanded733]

Just put dishwashing liquid on an old was cloth rap it around the chain run it backwards and you have a clean chain.

[@tony10speed]

On the surface, yes. Take a look at our video on homemade chain cleaners where we look at combinations of dishwashing liquid with other ingredients versus those regular biodegradable degreasers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npWTeXpqbbejac0&ab_channel=TonyMarchand If you're doing a fast 2 minute drivetrain cleanup on a chain that's not to dirty, a superficial clean prior to lubrication would be OK. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5CYl4GYebNmi6M&ab_channel=TonyMarchand and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnS2homDrd6sadk&ab_channel=TonyMarchand Regards, Tony

[@dannyjonze]

Never had a chain that clean before he even started

[@tony10speed]

That's correct. This is a demonstration video to show you an option for cleaning a chain and didn't want grease all over the place which would obscure what I'm doing. However, most of the chains we work on in the shop have much dirt and grime and the tooth brushes work well. Often we also use a stiff brass brush or an old slightly stiff used paint brush to get between links.

[@dannyjonze]

@@tony10speed yes good tips though. Gonna do it soon

[@adelmomaia8555]

Boa ideia 👍🚵

[@tony10speed]

Thanks. Don't forget that after you clean the chain with degreaser, take the bike outside and wash and dry the chain before re-lubrication. Residual degreaser may degrade any added chain lubricant. The plastic bottle is to keep the degreaser away from hubs, wheel rims (rim brakes) or disc brakes. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@juanr.jimenez3353]

Con todo respeto, tiene k existir una forma más fácil grax,

[@tony10speed]

Si limpias la cadena por fuera y tienes cuidado, solo necesitas los cepillos de dientes. Tenga cuidado de no manchar las llantas de las ruedas (frenos de llanta) o los frenos de disco con desengrasante. Esta es solo una idea entre muchas. Saludos Tony

[@rterry2752]

Take the chain off, swish it around vigorousley in a bucket, repeat, crapload easier !

[@tony10speed]

Not really. If you're running a 10, 11 or 12 speed, you'll need to replace the master link after you've re-installed the chain. Deep cleaning of the chain is fine if you've ridden in very wet and muddy conditions. But otherwise, you're removing some of the lubricant that is deep within the chain bushings which you really don't want to routinely do - at least not often. My personal suggestion is before you wash your bike (however often that is) to also spay the chain (as well as the drivetrain) with biodegradable degreaser and use a brush to get into the chain links, cassette cogs and chainrings. Then you want to make sure you remove the degreaser with soap/water and rinse well. Finally wipe down the bike and re-lubricate. In between washing, I use the method shown in the video using biodegradable Simple Green to remove superficial grime and dirt periodically, also rinse with a spay bottle with water, wipe it down and re-lubricate. Take about a minute or two. But that's my own personal suggestion. Regards, Tony

[@dinuw4581]

I like the idea but isn't the bottle useless

[@tony10speed]

The bottle keeps the cleaner from splattering all over you and your work area. An excess cleaner can just be dump out. May not be use by all, but I like it.

[@manuelluis5456]

Tony Marchand ????? ... rephrase ...

[@emiliosegura2922]

@@manuelluis5456 are you an idiot?

[@MobileBicycleRepair505]

Ingenuity

[@tony10speed]

Keep the degreaser from getting all over the rims (rim brakes) or disc brakes. Also less waste. Don't forget to wash off any excess degreaser with soap and water before re-application of any chain lubricant (since degreaser can interact and decrease effectiveness of any chain lubricant). Regards, Tony

[@johnnydeadmond7228]

For crying out loud, if you spend $1500 or more on a bike, is a $30 chain cleaning tool that big of investment? I take care of numerous bikes and I can do a better job in half the time. Park Tool, Pedro's, Finish Line and others make great chain cleaners for a small investment.

[@tony10speed]

Each to they're own preference. If you do a lot of bike work, the Park or other tool cleaners may work well for you. For others who may performing that task less frequently, using the tooth brushes or nail brushes on either side of the chain with biodegradable degreaser prior to washing works for them. I find those plastic chain cleaning tools messy and eventually break. But that's just my opinion. So viewers, it's your choice. Thanks Johnny.

[@nighthunter8815]

You need clean end motorbike :-)

[@lazurm]

The main problem I see here is how horrible the toothbrushes will taste when reusing them for my teeth. Worth it anyway though. ;)

[@tony10speed]

Thanks and regards, Tony

[@Brewsto]

Get another one exclusively for your teeth and keep those for cleaning your bike. A visit on the dentist costs a fortune.

[@lazurm]

Brewsto: Naw, that wouldn't be like me to do that. Besides, I wouldn't want to ruin my current reputation. Thanks for the suggestion though.... I think I'll stick to an ultrasonic cleaner, borrowed of course.

[@oftankoftan]

I don't see how this is enough to clean a chain. If I did that my toothbrushes would be black after 1 second

[@tony10speed]

The tooth brushes are just to get the degreaser into the chain (and the brushes will turn black but can be rinsed with degreaser to clean them). After use of degreaser, the chain needs to be washed and dried (I do all this outside with the chain on the bike). The use of the plastic bottle just helps to keep from splashing any degreaser on wheel rims (rim brakes) or disc brakes. Regards, Tony

[@aidiekuhnke7948]

Tnx! Save me from hundreds of (SWE) crowns!!

[@tony10speed]

Simple process. Outdoors you don't even need the plastic bottle (but it does keep degreaser off rims and disc brakes). Don't forget to wash off the degreaser with soap & water and dry the chain before re-lubrication. Regards, Tony

[@aidiekuhnke7948]

@@tony10speed tnx for add’l tips.. saw your other vid, where you apply Dry lubricant and overnight before the oil lubricant. Is it really necessary with Dry lubricant? Am new to this bike maintenance as well with biking from n to work due to covid. Since i do bike a lot so it really need a maintenance at the same time environment friendly method like this plastic bottle innovation since we’re not allowed with this overhaul washing direct to the ground/grass.

[@tony10speed]

@@aidiekuhnke7948 Most dry lubricants work best if you work them into the chain by turning the crank and then lettings it dry several hours (preferable overnight). But some have specific methods of application, especially wax based lubricants like Muc Off Wax and some that claim to bond a plastic like substance to the chain. Read the instructions of use and test it out. Regards, Tony

[@richardmalcolm878]

As Such!

[@NallePu83]

I just clean the bike outdoor

[@tony10speed]

NallePu83 - sounds reasonable. Tony

[@JvD1985]

i rather spend 15 bugs for a chain brush cleaner then this.. to much off a hustle

[@tony10speed]

I find the $15 chain brush kits are messy, tend to break, and aren't worth the cost. Using the tool brushes or even 2 nail brushes are much easier. If you do this outside before you wash your bike, you can forgo the soda bottle. But each to their own opinion.

[@randymitchem6462]

Macgyver's dad.

[@tony10speed]

Thank you. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@juanr.jimenez3353]

Con todo respeto caballero ,usted no cree k exista una forma más facil,🙄

[@justasniper83]

NEVER use a degreaser that’s not specific for bike chains…

[@tony10speed]

Obviously you didn't watch the video to the end where we concluded that the homemade degreasers we tested (and continue to examine) did not stand up to the eco friendly commercial bicycle degreasers!!! That was the point of the video my friend. Regards, Tony

[@makantahi3731]

too much tings, too dirty, it is easier by wax, at same time clean and lubricate

[@tony10speed]

All depends on the climate you live in and your personally preference. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@makantahi3731]

@@tony10speed i use candle wax with a little part of oil to adjust temperature softness, waxed chain lasts 6 times longer than oiled chain, i drive bikes in dry condition ,no matter of temparature

[@tony10speed]

@@makantahi3731 Thanks Makan.

[@kjm-ch7jc]

Maybe toooo quick !

[@tony10speed]

This is sufficient for most cases. When you finish with degreaser, one needs to wash with soapy water, rinse and dry. If your bike chain needs a deeper clean, one can resort to the method below: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIKahHmVqresp6c Regards, Tony

[@timclark4931]

You must be kidding. Open your wallet and get a proper chain cleaning tool. They are not that expensive and I still use the same one I bought about 10yrs ago. Not only that they are much faster to use than the bodge in this video.

[@tony10speed]

If you want to buy a chain cleaner tool, that's your choice. I find them messy (when you go to remove them from the chain) and have had a number break over the years. The video is just an alternate, uses less cleaner (I use Simple Green which is biodegradable), and easy to manage. Some prefer to use a re-useable master link to remove, soak the chain, then scrub, wash and dry. The chain cleaner tool you bought is quite an exception to the rule. Rather then be critical, be more positive and tell us the make and model of your chain cleaner, what is the cost and is it still made? Regards, Tony

[@timclark4931]

@@tony10speed Park Tools $25ish

[@tony10speed]

@@timclark4931 Thanks Tim. For our viewers who would like to use a quality tool which has obviously last a long time. Regards, Tony

[@ameasureofpipps]

This is genius 👌🏻

[@tony10speed]

Thanks. Regards, Tony