What kind of grease for rear linkage and steering?

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NWMyers#5

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• Apr 4, 2004

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I just bought my first brand new bike (had tons of used ones) and I after alot of reading I've decided it would be a good idea to tear apart my linkage and steering to grease it after I get done with the break in. Just curious what would be a good type of grease for this? Thanks for any info.

 

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Peer Lovell

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• Apr 4, 2004

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I like Amsoil 100% synthetic. I've also used BelRay Motorcycle grease with great success.
I guess the key is just buy the best quality you can find.

 

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SULLY

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• Apr 4, 2004

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I use the waterproof type , it's designed for marine use, and doesn't wash out when power washing

 

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mobrown

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• Apr 4, 2004

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Correct.

Sully is correct... waterproof bearing grease is what you should be using.

 

Smit-Dog

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• Apr 4, 2004

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I highly recommend Pennzoil Marine Premium Plus grease.

Descripton on tube is "multi-purpose, marine saltwater protection, washout and corrosion protection, NLGI grade #2 grease". The spec sheet is here:

http://www.pennzoil.com/TechData/pd...e/pdf/PremiumPlusMultipurposeMarineGrease.PDF

The grease is meant for bearings that are submerged under salt water, so I think it is pretty stuff good for our usage.