Chain Lube On Black Exhaust

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    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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    Thank you sir.
     
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    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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    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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    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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    GT85 etc also good.
     
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