Buying Spray Cans: Key Points to Remember
This is what you need to know for workshop maintenance:
- Crossmotor Chain Spray: Prevents extreme wear on your chain and sprockets from sand and mud.
- Silicone Spray: Creates a dirt-repellent glossy layer on your bodywork and prevents heavy clay from building up during your ride.
- Penetrating Oil: Penetrates deep into seized parts, lubricates stiff hinges, and displaces moisture.
- Contact Spray: Keeps your electronics and electrical connectors free from corrosion and prevents starting issues.
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Post-Spray Maintenance: Dry First, Then Lubricate
After a tough training day, you spray the mud off your motorcycle. But you aren't truly finished until you break out the spray cans. Water seeps into the smallest cracks and bearings. Always start by blowing your motorcycle dry with compressed air, especially around the bearings, hinge points, and electrical components. Then let the motorcycle run briefly so any remaining water evaporates from the exhaust and hot engine parts.
Only once the motorcycle is dry should you begin lubricating. Spray your chain directly with a high-quality crossmotor chain spray. That way, flying rust stands no chance and your chain will stay running smoothly. A simple rule of thumb for every rider is: first dry, then lubricate, and finally check everything. This will keep your crossmotor running perfectly for the longest time. Don’t forget during this check to also directly inspect your luchtfilter for dirt and moisture.
Crossmotor Chain Spray: The Lifeline of Your Drivetrain
Your chain takes the hardest hits on the track. Sand, mud, and water act like sandpaper on your chain and sprockets. A dedicated crossmotor chain spray is therefore essential. This spray needs to be thin enough to penetrate between the chain rollers, but tough enough not to fly off the chain at high revs immediately.
Do you have an O-ring or X-ring chain? Make sure to choose a chain spray that won’t damage the rubber seals. Always spray the chain on the inside of the links, right after you’ve ridden or immediately after washing. The chain will still be warm or dry, which allows the lubricant to penetrate and bond optimally.
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Silicone Spray, Penetrating Oil, and Contact Spray: Essential for the Workshop
In addition to chain spray, there are three more spray cans that should be a staple on your workbench:
Silicone Spray: This is your best friend for finishing touches. Spray it on your bodywork and under your fenders. It not only makes your motorcycle look like new again, but also creates a smooth, dirt-repellent layer. This means heavy clay and mud won’t stick to your motorcycle as easily during your next lap, saving you kilograms of extra weight on the track. Keep silicone spray well away from your remschijven and seat!
Penetrating Oil: Essential for loosening seized bolts and lubricating moving parts like your kickstands and brake pedals. Penetrating oil seeps deep into the smallest cracks and effectively displaces moisture.
Contact Spray: Crossmotor engines are exposed to extreme amounts of water during washing. Spray your electrical connectors, kill switch, and start button regularly with contact spray. This prevents corrosion on the contact points and ensures your motorcycle starts immediately every time the starter button is pressed.
