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[@chuckb4375]

I also wipe *rim* brake rim surfaces with iso alcohol after applying chain lube. This assures any tiny amounts of lube splatter is removed, along with any buildup / grime. I occasionally also remove wheels and pick out any grit and/or aluminum shavings that have become embedded in pads. This helps preserve braking performance and also reduces pad wear.

[@tony10speed]

Good tips! Thank you. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@SuperOlds88]

30 years ago I lived on the Oregon coast and had to do the every-ride clean-up routine. Amazing how abrasive both asphalt and mud become when suspended in a nice emulsion. I ordered some pipe cleaners as I never thought of using them, very good idea.

[@tony10speed]

How often you preform the maintenance describe will depend on the riding conditions as you point out. With practice, this routine maintenance takes me only a few minutes. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@KatarinaHairston]

Very pleasing Freind

[@SharondaStarks]

Really awesome , I like it, looking forward for your next video, keep it up!

[@tony10speed]

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

[@ArnedraRoberson]

Oh wow! That's Marvellous I appreciate your Image

[@tony10speed]

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

[@motionstudio77]

Thanks for the tips on using the turpentine

[@tony10speed]

Be sure your work area is well ventilated when working with any solvents or degreasers. The pure gum turpentine has no petroleum additives as opposed to mineral spirits. If you have further questions or tips, let me know. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@BsharaMcclain]

I just want to name this .."fabulous"

[@tony10speed]

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

[@TakoshaWilliamson]

Fantastic,your video just keep getting better & better All my favorites

[@tony10speed]

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

[@Barry101er]

Pure Gum Turpentine: sounds good. Nice bike!

[@tony10speed]

Only small drop Turpentine. If you use degreaser, it needs to be washed off with soap and water and dried. Mineral spirits have add petroleum products that may interfer with chain lubricants. The bike is a restored 1990s Litespeed with Shimano Sora shifters and state of the art rim brakes (they didn't have disc brakes back then). Fun to ride. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@davidclark7050]

What is your lubricant of choice? Appreciate your drivetrain maintenance tips!

[@tony10speed]

@@davidclark7050 I ride in mostly dry weather (hate getting soaked) so I use Finish Line Dry. That's a personal choice and for every chain lubricant you'll find those that love it and those that hate it. With weekly maintenance and chain lubrication as shown, my chains last twice as long as one would expect and the bike performs well. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@rsturdy4045]

Great information.I had the same question.​@@tony10speed

[@Barry101er]

@@tony10speed I have a similar-age bike, a Tanaka Innerlight-running it friction with a mix of Shinmano and Campag components - rim brakes all the way for me too!

[@vikingbeard]

Thank you for useful tips!

[@tony10speed]

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

[@CallenCunningham]

I'm grateful to know you ,cool video

[@tony10speed]

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

[@thomasweaver3657]

Very Helpful! On my 2nd litespeed. Im using wd40 to wipe down the frame. I ordered pure gum turpentine on amazon; as it is no longer available in NY. The pipe cleaners I picked up today @ Joanne's. Hard to find the 12mm. Not many are labeled online. Such a good idea to get into the tight spots and get the crud out. Gonna try to keep better care of the drive train. I use triflo or finish line wet lube. I think I am going to start looking at the dry lubes. Your videos are very helpful.

[@tony10speed]

I do the following for a quick frame clean and polish: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpLRmaehosmVq5I&ab_channel=TonyMarchand I obtained the pipe cleaners from Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CD4NGC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Finally, the type of lubricant you use will depend on riding conditions. Everyone seems to have their own favorite. I use Finish Line dry because I don't like to ride in wet conditions. What ever the lubricant, once applied, back pedal about 10 to 20 revolutions to get the lubricant into the bushings, pins and rollers. Then let it sit for a bit (best for an hour or two, even better overnight) and then wipe off the surface excess which will attract dirt and grime. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@ViennaGoodwin]

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[@j2simpso]

Very good advice Tony, but I have to admit, I do this probably once a month (and I'm cycling about 100 km per week). I know it is not ideal, and I know this is putting wear on components (particularly the chain and cassette). In my case I've gone through 2 chains and 2 cassettes already having owned my bike for 3 years now. For me I don't mind paying the extra $60 AUD to have the chain and cassette switched when I bring it into the bike shop for semi-annual service. But for me the point of riding is transport to get me from my home to University. With that being said, I wouldn't want to push maintenance past a month, the chains do lose a lot of lubrication when you ride as much as I do, and the last thing you want is a chain snapping when you're halfway from work and home.

[@tony10speed]

A lot depends on the milage you do between cleaning, the road and weather conditions you ride in and also the speed of your drivetrain. 12speed chains and cassettes are thinner (to accomadate the increased number of cogs) then 9 and 11 speed and will wear faster. 11 speed will wear faster then 9 speed. With all that said, you do the best you can with what you have and the time you have - to do maintenance. My weekly maintenance (I do about 200 km per week) takes me about 5-10 min per clean & lubrication. Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@rsturdy4045]

Thanks for the video Tony.I gain good information from your videos.Always a thumbs up🎉

[@tony10speed]

You're Welcome. If you have further questions or tips, let me know. Also visit our KZbin home site at: kzbin.info Regards and safe cycling, Tony

[@JushawnSpencer]

Fascinating

[@tony10speed]

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

[@DavidPerez-hl5lt]

If ya have compressed air, even canned, blowing those same areas after cleaning gets even more gunk out. Thanks Tony ten speed! This is derailleur Dave .. lol😂😂

[@tony10speed]

Yes, an air compressor would help greatly. Canned air doesn't quite do it (and costs money) compared to using a stiff brush which seems to work just as well as canned air. Thanks for your comment and safe cycling, Tony

[@andyperez2742]

Awesome Video! Thank you for making this video!!

[@tony10speed]

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

[@MarvianaBurnett]

Remarkable

[@tony10speed]

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[@JRmntain]

Sensinsble maintenance 👍

[@tony10speed]

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[@OlishiaHarvey]

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[@tony10speed]

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

[@HarveyWallbanger-ho2cq]

Just blast it with brake cleaner

[@tony10speed]

You can do that, but it will also blow out any residual lubricant or grease around the chain bushings / pins and if your not careful, will blow out grease from hub bushings, freehub and other vital parts. Wiping down the chain/drivetrain and subsequently lubricanting components is all you really need to do to prolong the life of the chain and drivetrain. With that said, if you've been riding in mud, wet or road grime, you may want to wash your bike first. At least this seems to work for myself and many others.