Hi everyone. I just picked up my new bike today, YEAH!! I noticed that the chain and gears are a little sticky. Is it suppose to come like this? Does it need to be lubed, or degreased, then lubed? Thanks.
The "sticky lube" is actually not a lube, but an anti-corrossion agent to keep the chain from rusting. You should definitely clean and lube the chain before riding.
The "sticky lube" is actually not a lube, but an anti-corrossion agent to keep the chain from rusting. You should definitely clean and lube the chain before riding.
Most likely its cosmoline which is a rust preventer applied for storage. Basically it's industrial strength vaseline. Most definitely clean it off before using.
Most likely its cosmoline which is a rust preventer applied for storage. Basically it's industrial strength vaseline. Most definitely clean it off before using.