Ride Mechanic Bike Milk

Bike Milk is a dry film chain lube which runs very clean:

• Has excellent penetrating-cleaning-degreasing properties to remove grime buildup and assist lube flow throughout moving chain parts.
• After film formation the chain stays exceptionally clean without attracting dust onto the drivetrain surfaces.
• Dry film coating means no wet residue buildup which can rub off to leave dark “grease” stains.
• Leaves a protective film on the crucially important internal contact surfaces of the chain between rollers, bushings, pins and plates.
• Employs a “RESERVOIR EFFECT” to deliver lube into moving parts as you ride.
• Perfect drivetrain lubricant for shorter (up to 3h) and dry dusty rides or in beach/sand conditions.s.
• Great value for money 185ml pack which lasts longer.
• Also available in 50ml trail and 900ml workshop packs.
• Proudly created and made in Australia.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Stage 1: cleaning chain

1. Degrease chain thoroughly before initial application.
2. Adjust chain onto smallest rear sprocket.
3. Shake BIKE MILK vigorously to re-suspend and disperse the active components.
4. Rotate chain backwards and direct soaking stream of BIKE MILK onto moving chain at cassette. The chain should be visibly coated with BIKE MILK and look wet.
5. Continue reverse chain rotation to allow BIKE MILK to penetrate, clean and flush contaminants from deep inside the chain.
6. After 20 seconds thoroughly wipe the residue off the chain using dry cloth. This is important because the BIKE MILK will dissolve and flush the grease and dirt from the chain and carry it to the outer surfaces, and this needs to be removed from the chain.

In some cases this cleaning process may need to be repeated several times.

A full degrease is best on a routine basis or the first time Bike Milk is used on the chain.

Stage 2: Lubricate and protect

1. Rotate chain backwards and direct soaking stream of BIKE MILK onto moving chain at cassette. The chain should be visibly coated with BIKE MILK and look wet.
2. Continue reverse chain rotation to allow BIKE MILK to penetrate, flush and coat moving surfaces of the chain.
3. Allow the BIKE MILK to dry on all of the metal surfaces of the chain to form a protective lubricating film. Leaving overnight is recommended. In very cold (freezing) conditions Bike Milk does not evaporate as fast and needs longer time to bond to the chain.
4. Repeat this apply/dry lube process several times if chain has been fully degreased or a thicker film is required for endurance rides.

For dry riding conditions it is best to wipe residue from the surface of the chain with a clean rag prior to riding.  The chain will look clean on the outside and is less attractive to dust.  The lube remains active on the internal surfaces.  

The BIKE MILK should be left to dry on the chain to provide a protective water-repellant lube coating on inner surfaces of the drivetrain.  If the gaps inside the chain (between rollers, pins and plates) are packed with the tenacious film lubricant it will help prevent dirt and water from wicking into the gaps and increasing friction and wear. There is only minimal external surface coating left with Bike Milk, and most of the lubricant bound inside the moving parts of the chain.

Most common complaint?Failure to effectively degrease, clean and dry the chain prior to applying Bike Milk will compromise the bonding of the dry film lubricant onto the metal surface.  The lubricant will not last as long in this situation.  When riding in warm dry dusty conditions for longer than 4hr or when re-applying lubricant immediately before or during an endurance event the best lubricant option is Bike Mix (All-Purpose).  In some conditions Bike Syrup (durable-quiet-economical) is the best lubricant e.g. e-bike with motor assist; endurance road riding for high power output riders; road commuters wanting 400km+ between lube applications; road riders who want the convenience of applying immediately pre-ride; riding in very cold conditions where dust levels are low e.g. snow conditions.

Because there is no “wet” residue left on the outside of chain Bike Milk runs exceptionally clean and smooth with minimal residual present on outer surfaces.  This means reduced surface protection in wet conditions.

After a wet ride it is very important to ensure the whole bike and in particular the drivetrain is thoroughly dried and re-lubricated soon after being wet.

Regular cleaning and lubrication of a chain with Bike Milk will assist with drivetrain performance and protection. With no lubricant dirt particles and corrosive contaminants in these areas can cause damage and excess chain and drivetrain noise.