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How To Lube Your Mountain Bike
A mountain bike is a lot of fun although it does require some
maintenance. You should always lube your bike 15 hours or so
before riding, as quick jobs right before you take off normally
doesn't get everything lubed. Some lube jobs will last for more
rides, although if things get loud or shifting gets sticky, it's
time to lube.
Here is how to lube your bike:
1. The chain
Apply a generous amount of mountain bike lube to your chain as
you move the pedals around backwards. It also helps to find a
spot to steady your hand such as the frame while you move the
pedals around and around. Make sure you watch out for the cranks
and chain rings as they move around.
2. Front Derailer
On the front derailer, lube the pivots. Use a spot of lube
everywhere you can see movement when you move the shift lever.
3. Rear derailer
Just like the front derailer, lube the pivots.
4. Pedals
There are some types of clipless pedals that will need to have
the release mechanism lubed. You should only lube this mechanism
if you have this type of pedal.
5. Everything into motion
Pedal around, shift your gears, and bounce your bike around. If
you hear anything squeak, there's a moving part there are it
should be lubed immediately.
6. Wipe it all clean
Once you've lubed everything and wiped it all around, simply
wipe it all back off. Use a rag
to wipe away all the lube you used, including all the lube off
the chain. Wiping it away will leave the lube in between the
parts but clean it away from everywhere it isn't needed. This
will keep your bike from collecting dirt while you ride.