Hi,
Just heard from someone who knows a bit about bikes that it might be a good idea to clean and lube the chain on my new bike. He said that the chain oil normally used on new bikes is a grit magnet and it's a good idea to get it off of the chain and put a decent quality oil on it.
However, I've just read online (can't recall the link but the site's been referenced a few times on here) that it's best to leave it as the grease used at manufacture and installation will protect the chain better until it needs a regular clean.
Totally stumped - any thoughts?
Just heard from someone who knows a bit about bikes that it might be a good idea to clean and lube the chain on my new bike. He said that the chain oil normally used on new bikes is a grit magnet and it's a good idea to get it off of the chain and put a decent quality oil on it.
However, I've just read online (can't recall the link but the site's been referenced a few times on here) that it's best to leave it as the grease used at manufacture and installation will protect the chain better until it needs a regular clean.
Totally stumped - any thoughts?