For the chain fetishists

[Spindizzy 7,109]

For those of you with an interest in the dark side of chain maintenance. Some actual scientific evidence of the comparable merits of using oil and greases. Of note this wasn't an O ring chain they tested so no conclusions there.

 

Just thought it might be of interest

 

http://eprints.whiterose.ac.uk/4869/1/leepm7.pdf

 

[Spindizzy 7,109]

From what I read, oil is better for your chain, especially the rollers but grease is kinder to your sprockets.

 

oil preserved more power, though whether you would notice is open to debate.

 

Draw your own conclusions about O ring longevity with either.

[alhendo1 3,053]

Interesting read...thanks for posting👍