Why is my bicycle chain making noise Do i need to put chain lube on?
111096
I dont know much about bikes, but it sounds like you probably need to oil it...
483282
first try to assess if you have the right chain-sprocket combination, then the chain lenght and tension.then check your cable tension with the barrel adjuster on the rd and trigger shifter,and if its too tight, it might skip over the other sprockets, and vice-versa.
1086892
Hey, I ride a YZ 125 and am not super familiar with the RMZ's but it does sound like you need a new seal/gasket. My sprockets have nothing to do with any oils, so I am a little confused as to how yours are related. Your dad is right though, anytime there are random oils around, you are risking major problems with a 4-stroke. I would call your nearest Suzuki dealer and talk to them. If you live in Canada, call WALT HEALYS in Calgary and they should help you. Thats where I work part-timie - but I am not there now and don't have a parts- fiche in front of me!
900306
Not necessarily. A loose sprocket would move from side to side, not front to back, so unless it is REALLY loose that is not the problem.\n\nIf your problem is that the chain falls off, then a loose sprocket can be the problem. When you place pressure on the pedals it will pull a loose sprocket out of the chainline and the chain will track off the gears.
346396
The chain could be loose or your gears need adjusting. You should take it down to your local bike shop and ask them to fix it for you.
3973
If you are hearing any noise as the drive spins then it may be a disk failure.  If there is no noise then there may be hope...check the link below..scroll down to see a list of utilities that may help.  Good luck.
710361
If your chain is streched, I would just get a new one.\nThe chain is already streched out, it won't last to long.\nBut like most guys I ride with they're lazy, so before you take the chain off, look and see how many links needs to come off by pulling the chain tight. You need a rivet remover to pop links off.
380005
Degreaser is great for your chain and other such mechanical parts. When you're spraying it, be careful not to contaminate your discs (if you've got disc brakes) or the brake blocks if you're running V brakes. Hose your bike down with a low pressure hose, or use a clean cloth. I wouldn't use a pressure washer as you can push dirt further into bearings and cause more damage. Dry everything as much as possible, don't forget to relube the moving parts. Dry or wet oil, depending on when and where you're using your bike. WD40 is also pretty good on chains and some bearings as it pushes the water out and gives an element of protection. Don't use too much grease or oil as it'll hold the dirt and make your bike harder to clean the next time round.
373922
Your feet should be flat on the ground and the seat should be where your crotch is, a bike shop will tell you that.  If your voice gets high and squeeky, the bike is to big for you.  This of course applies to a bicycle.  If your talking about a motorcycle, I have no idea.
753881
probably a question for an MD, but it could be a decrease in the amount of cartilage that you have between your bones.  the crackling may result from a decease in this cushion, allowing the bones to rub together, giving a crackling sound.
472691
There should be a barrel adjuster on your rear derailleur near the cable anchor bolt. You can either increase or decrease the cable tension as necessary by turning it incrementally. \n\nIf your chain seems to want to shift past the cog that you're shifting to, then your cable tension is too high. If it's not quite making it to the cog, then your cable tension is too low.
543751
add a lube like an oil
1056101
Since it's a 2-stroke it actually lubricates the motor from the oil you mix in your gas. The oil your looking for is for the crankcase or transmission. Use a 80 to 90 wieght trans oil. Here is a link of what I used to run in my bike.\nhttp://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=120&productId=p30220&leafCatId=12004&mmyId=#altImages
609002
It doesn't actually come in contact with anything to cause friction.  When a "machine" makes sound, it is made from the moving parts as they hit or rub against one another.  Since a moving pendulum is relying on gravity and its own weight for the arc movements, it doesn't have anything to rub against.
296430
I recommend a visit to your local bike shop to check out the cool stuff they have to maintaining your bike. I am a fan of the Park Tool Chain Cleaner which simply clamps around your chain and cleans as you back pedals your bike while on the repair stand. \n\nAs far as the actual cleaner is concerned, I would commend a biodegradable solution or something like the Pedros orange solution. This does a great job. \n\nFor chain lubes, if it is a road bike I would use the lightest chain lube possible. That way it won't be as likely a chance to get the rookie mark on the side of your leg. If you are mountain biking and getting into the mud, I'm a fan of both the T9 stuff and White Lightening. There is a theory behind both lubes which are a wax base which you will have to read up on to determine if it is right for your type of riding. If you are up in the Northwest (Washington State) where it rains a lot I would recommend heavier stuff like the Pedros Mountain Bike lube. That stuff rocks in the wet. \n\nProbably too much information but have fun on the bike.
1037503
Check out this photo for proper chain configuration-\n\nhttp://152.10.254.216/images/Shimano_XTR_derailleur0_DSC.jpg
364788
if its a good mountain bike fork it sould have oil in the housing of the legs if not i have put T9 on my fork and it hasnt done anything but helped