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**sportrider** · 03-04-2008, 07:41 PM

I'm not bashing Maxima Chain Wax, but ever since I started using it I've had nothing but problems with my chain. I think one of the ingredients must be sand magnet because it's next to impossible to keep the chain clean. now I have to spots that bind (perma kink) nothing seems to be able to free up the chain I've tried WD-40, PB blaster, Open and Shut, camping fuel, diesel and nothing works it may quiet it down for a few days but then the noise comes back even though the chain is plenty lubed. I guess some sand must have worked it's way inside the chain. funny I never had this problem with my dirt bikes. the chain still looks good too the rollers turn freely its just two links wanna bind. any suggestions I haven't already tried. if I have to get a chain breaker I'm going to just get a new chain while this one is off. (and sprockets)

trailblazer87 · 03-04-2008, 08:21 PM

Have you tried taking it off the bike and soaking it in kerosene over night? This has worked on my dual sport and is recommended by Suzuki. Don't be afraid to give it a good scrubbing with a wire brush as well, just be mindful of the o-rings.

**sportrider** · 03-04-2008, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by trailblazer87

Have you tried taking it off the bike and soaking it in kerosene over night? This has worked on my dual sport and is recommended by Suzuki. Don't be afraid to give it a good scrubbing with a wire brush as well, just be mindful of the o-rings.

street bike chains are rivited I'd have to break the chain and buy a new master link. otherwise I would.

VEGASRIDER · 03-05-2008, 01:52 AM

Hmmm.....I use the same wax to lube my chain, but haven't noticed any irregularlties. However, I may try something different when my can empties out.

**reiobard** · 03-05-2008, 04:12 AM

i have been using the SX Chain wax for about 3 years and i have been pleased, only thing i would like better is if it was more visible on the chain.

Jake · 03-05-2008, 06:12 AM

Out of curiosity:

1) How many miles on the chain?
2) What's your policy for clean/scrub frequency?
3) What's your policy for lube frequency?

CanadianFZ6 · 03-05-2008, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by sportrider_fz6

I'm not bashing Maxima Chain Wax, but ever since I started using it I've had nothing but problems with my chain. I think one of the ingredients must be sand magnet because it's next to impossible to keep the chain clean. now I have to spots that bind (perma kink) nothing seems to be able to free up the chain I've tried WD-40, PB blaster, Open and Shut, camping fuel, diesel and nothing works it may quiet it down for a few days but then the noise comes back even though the chain is plenty lubed. I guess some sand must have worked it's way inside the chain. funny I never had this problem with my dirt bikes. the chain still looks good too the rollers turn freely its just two links wanna bind. any suggestions I haven't already tried. if I have to get a chain breaker I'm going to just get a new chain while this one is off. (and sprockets)

Hopefully you are not blasting the chain directly with wd-40 or the like. The solvent in the WD-40 will get in behind the O-rings and destroy the sealed lubicant in chain. This would most certainly cause a chain to bind and or kink.

**jsteinb95** · 03-05-2008, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by CanadianFZ6

Hopefully you are not blasting the chain directly with wd-40 or the like. The solvent in the WD-40 will get in behind the O-rings and destroy the sealed lubicant in chain. This would most certainly cause a chain to bind and or kink.

I believe he used a whole can.

DefyInertia · 03-05-2008, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jsteinb95

I believe he used a whole can.

hahahahahaha...sounds like a comment my fiance would make....lol

**jsteinb95** · 03-05-2008, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DefyInertia

hahahahahaha...sounds like a comment my fiance would make....lol

what the hell? why is that funny? He used a whole can and sprayed the sh*t out of it. Now what?

03-04-2008, 07:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
sportrider Freeway Assassin Join Date: May 2007 Location: Redlands Ca.(can't see hell anymore) Bike: 2007 Yamaha YZFR1 Posts: 2,657 Rep Power: 10 Member #127	I might be needing a new chain. I'm not bashing Maxima Chain Wax, but ever since I started using it I've had nothing but problems with my chain. I think one of the ingredients must be sand magnet because it's next to impossible to keep the chain clean. now I have to spots that bind (perma kink) nothing seems to be able to free up the chain I've tried WD-40, PB blaster, Open and Shut, camping fuel, diesel and nothing works it may quiet it down for a few days but then the noise comes back even though the chain is plenty lubed. I guess some sand must have worked it's way inside the chain. funny I never had this problem with my dirt bikes. the chain still looks good too the rollers turn freely its just two links wanna bind. any suggestions I haven't already tried. if I have to get a chain breaker I'm going to just get a new chain while this one is off. (and sprockets) __________________ My Rider Resume America LOVE it or LEAVE IT former FZ6 test rider much of the action depicted here could rip your limbs off if done improperly.the riding discussed is done by an experianced rider in semi-controlled conditions, save the speed for the track. ride within your capibilities, concentrate and always wear protective gear, including a helmet, gloves, jacket, pants, and boots. I and the forum, forum staff, any combination of the words, forum, staff, thread, post, website, internet or member, are in no way responsible if you ride over your head and wad yourself up trying to recreate something you've read here.

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trailblazer87 Curve Hound Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Madera, CA Bike: 2006 FZ-6 RED! Posts: 421 Rep Power: 20 Member #403	Re: I might be needing a new chain. Have you tried taking it off the bike and soaking it in kerosene over night? This has worked on my dual sport and is recommended by Suzuki. Don't be afraid to give it a good scrubbing with a wire brush as well, just be mindful of the o-rings. __________________ If you catch me smoking, put me out

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VEGASRIDER Dedicated Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LAS VEGAS NV USA Bike: 2006 Blue FZ6 Posts: 1,565 Rep Power: 33 Member #83	Re: I might be needing a new chain. Hmmm.....I use the same wax to lube my chain, but haven't noticed any irregularlties. However, I may try something different when my can empties out. __________________ *VEGASRIDER...................Member # 35* 2006 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6 VR's Rider Resume

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reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,175 Rep Power: 69 Member #991	Re: I might be needing a new chain. i have been using the SX Chain wax for about 3 years and i have been pleased, only thing i would like better is if it was more visible on the chain.

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Jake Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Melbourne, Florida Bike: FZ6 (Silver 2005) Posts: 69 Rep Power: 3 Member #1374	Re: I might be needing a new chain. Out of curiosity: 1) How many miles on the chain? 2) What's your policy for clean/scrub frequency? 3) What's your policy for lube frequency?

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