Chain lube
Chain lube
I am thinking of a Scottoiler for my storm as I do a lot of miles, but to be honest I dont know much about them or the best type to fit. So any advise is welcome
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benny hedges
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Re: Chain lube
just get the universal mk7 scottoiler.
it comes with everything you will need, all the clips, vacuum adapter, tees, hoses, oil.
shop around - i got a brand new one for 65.
look on scottoiler site for fitting tips, but easiest way is to tee into the petrol tap vacuum line and clip the oiler to the subframe as its a bastid to get the little brass adapter under the front carb.
(unless you already have a vac line there for carb balancing etc)
i found when i had it dripping onto the rear sprocket, it was ok until i wheeled the bike backwards when parking, then it pushed the feed pipe out of line with the cog.
i found it better to have the feed onto the top of the chain just behind the gearbox sprocket cover.
another tip - when the oil in the kit runs out, use b&q chainsaw oil, it's a lot cheaper & sticks like sh1t = no fling
it comes with everything you will need, all the clips, vacuum adapter, tees, hoses, oil.
shop around - i got a brand new one for 65.
look on scottoiler site for fitting tips, but easiest way is to tee into the petrol tap vacuum line and clip the oiler to the subframe as its a bastid to get the little brass adapter under the front carb.
(unless you already have a vac line there for carb balancing etc)
i found when i had it dripping onto the rear sprocket, it was ok until i wheeled the bike backwards when parking, then it pushed the feed pipe out of line with the cog.
i found it better to have the feed onto the top of the chain just behind the gearbox sprocket cover.
another tip - when the oil in the kit runs out, use b&q chainsaw oil, it's a lot cheaper & sticks like sh1t = no fling
You do not have to say anything. But it may harm your defence if you do not mention when posting something which you later rely on in quote. Anything you do say may be ripped to sh*t.
Re: Chain lube
Definitely recommended as a value-for-money addition to the bike, as it extends chain and sprocket life considerably and also means that you have to adjust the chain much less frequently.
The standard reservoir is good for 300-400 miles, but if you are planning longer runs then you might want the bigger reservoir that fits behind the number plate.
But TBH I just carry a small bottle of spare oil for the trip home if I'm away for a few days.
The standard reservoir is good for 300-400 miles, but if you are planning longer runs then you might want the bigger reservoir that fits behind the number plate.
But TBH I just carry a small bottle of spare oil for the trip home if I'm away for a few days.
It's not falling off, it's an upgrade opportunity.
Re: Chain lube
I agree with Tony, well worth having IMHO.tony.mon wrote:Definitely recommended as a value-for-money addition to the bike, as it extends chain and sprocket life considerably and also means that you have to adjust the chain much less frequently.
Chris.