Originally Posted by
Bogey Speedwell
UPDATE, as I read through the feast of the thread I see you answered these questions, thanks.
you use the clean ride? Sound e like, similar to waxing it would be wise to remove and clean the chain thoroughly first, then would it be wise to wax and then use clean ride as a supplement or 100% clean ride product only.
You can use Clean Ride without cleaning but the chain will be dirtier throughout it’s life. It’s not as dirty as oiled chains but handling the chain will leave your hands black. I clean off the factory lube before use with mineral spirits and then use Clean Ride or, occasionally Rock ‘N’ Roll exclusively. I can then handle the chain as much as I like without it leaving my hands covered in black gunk.
I have tried White Lightning Extreme Ride in the past and it’s got quite a bit more oil in it so it’s a dirtier lubricant. I’ve also tried both Rock ‘N’ Roll Gold and Absolute Dry. Absolute Dry is similar to Clean Ride in cleanliness and Gold is closer to Extreme Ride…i.e. leaves behind black gunk.