Chain Oiler (CB750K)

[Lobo]

Seems to me that the (earlier) CB750K Chain Oiler was not a popular thing, ie most folk have them disabled. Just asking why, as in my recent rebuild I’ve recommissioned mine, and tbh quite impressed by it. It’s been a while finding it’s ‘sweet spot’ (ie 1/4 turn out < each outing) - but I think I’m there now, with the rollers damp but not soaked. Perhaps it’s simply working nicely due my fairly conservative treatment of the old girl, but nevertheless keen to hear all comments.

[Johnny4428]

Seems to me that the (earlier) CB750K Chain Oiler was not a popular thing, ie most folk have them disabled. Just asking why, as in my recent rebuild I’ve recommissioned mine, and tbh quite impressed by it. It’s been a while finding it’s ‘sweet spot’ (ie 1/4 turn out < each outing) - but I think I’m there now, with the rollers damp but not soaked. Perhaps it’s simply working nicely due my fairly conservative treatment of the old girl, but nevertheless keen to hear all comments.

That’s interesting Lobo, I never set mine up, just lubricated with some spray on chain lube. Might not rule it out though. But I can imagine if they weren’t set up right they could be quite messy.

[Bryanj]

Most people turned them off as they were messy and they considered it a faff to adjust

[Johnny4428]

Most people turned them off as they were messy and they considered it a faff to adjust

That’s kinda what I thought Bryan. I’ll maybe leave mine closed. Good to hear someone has had success with it.

[Lobo]

It’s all of 2 screws Johnny to get the sprocket cover off. One minute tops. Adjustment 1/4 out, cover back on, another minute with the screws & wait until the next ride to evaluate. Versus wiping the whole chain with an oily rag / brush at regular intervals.
You pays more money & take yer choice I guess…
I’m just hoping it stays well behaved!

[Johnny4428]

Yes indeed Lobo. I agree very simple set up. To be honest the mileage I’m doing, and split between probably 3/4 bikes I’ll probably stick with the spray lube. If I took the bike off the island for a long run I probably would consider.

[sprinta]

An alternative is to just fit a modern O- ring chain. A 530 goes straight on without any clearance issues, well it has on my UK K2.