Chain Lube On Black Exhaust

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  1. String

    String Member

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    #1 String, Jul 8, 2020
    Evening all,
    Am wondering whether anyone has any tips for getting chain lube off matt black V&H pipes.
    As careful as I am when doing the chain, some of the sticky stuff inevitably gets on the exhaust.
    Any hints gratefully received.
     
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    String Member

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    #2 String, Jul 8, 2020
    Thank you sir.
     
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    #3 stevethegoolie, Jul 8, 2020
    Not sure about burnt on chain lube, but Mr Sheen, or similar, is very good at cleaning it off the rear wheel or anywhere else it gets onto.
     
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    capt Elite Member

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    #4 capt, Jul 9, 2020
    Eucalyptus oil or even tea tree oil , both are good softening agents for many oil based products ! They can affect some paint's and plastics though !
     
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    #5 String, Jul 19, 2020
    I realise I’m answering my own question here but just to finish the thread off and possibly help others, I’ve found paraffin to be the perfect solution. A quick rub over, then wipe any excess off with a clean cloth and the exhaust is like new. Lovely matt black with no shiny bits at all :cool:
     
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    #6 Flashp, Jul 19, 2020
    GT85 etc also good.
     
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