Will it scrub up? And Spindle bobbins?

[Gazz]

Thoughts and opinions on this guys... Will this chain and sprocket clean up?

It is actually a brand new chain that has only done about 10 miles or so, but has been sat at the back of a garage for about 2 years.

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11665731_10153395912772768_2423422821845675081_n.jpg?oh=530578deb39e69392458779ad5b45e15&oe=561F7303

A new chain is only £13 but I don't want to spend any unnecessary cash on the bike in case it fails an MOT so would have been £13 wasted if it fails on something else, but there is a possibility that it will fail for the chain if I don't get a new one and in which case I would loose money paying for an MOT retest (going on holiday so wont be able to get it in within the allotted retest time).

P.S. I like to things on a budget especially where this bike is concerned, so please when you answer, assume that £13 is actually a lot of money.

Also,

Is there such a thing as spindle bobbins? As you can see there is nowhere to use a stand on this bike and I have in the past used 2 axle stands under the swing arm to clean the chain, but looking for a more professional option since the bike sometimes slips off the stands if they are not lined up correctly.

Or if I have just invented a new product that hasnt been invented before, can someone suggest an alternative method to clean chains?

[Hefty]

Im gonna go out on a limb and say that chain will fail.
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[totalllama82]

You'd need to remove that chain and soak it in oil. It may still move and the rust could be surface.

Personally i'd replace it and both sprockets as you're hard pushed to tell if the o rings (if it indeed has any) are in any sort of condition.

As for the stand, get a paddock stand with flat legs... something like this https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Warrior-Rear-Motorcycle-Bike-Paddock-Stand-Track-Day-Garage-Pit-/371169071935?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item566b66933f
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[chickenstrip]

In my view, that chain has had it. Although knowing this place, someone will come along in a minute and tell me it can be made good as new
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[pepperami]

I wouldn`t be to happy to use a bike with a chain in that state.
I would be inclined to put a new chain on and maybe? keep that one as a very emergency spare.
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[N cee thirty]

get a new bloody chain, i had one snap last month and it damaged the engine, which is very annoying and that chain was well adjusted and lubed
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[Ste]

Never post pictures of a slack chain on BCF.

What makes you think that the chain and sprockets won't clean up?

[Fisty]

Thirteen pounds for a new one.

Thirteen pounds.

Look at the old one. Look at it, then look again.

For thirteen English ponds, I would have that old one off and a new one on. It's fucked.
Just make sure the rest of the bike wont fail the MOT, it isn't rocket science.

You are Smiler and I claim my 5 ponds.
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[Raffles]

Attempting to cosmetically enhance that chain is going to take an eternity.
I once 'cleaned-up' a chain that wasn't half as bad as yours and I've vowed to never do it again.
Stop being a stereo-typical jock and buy a new one.
Thirteen ponds?
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[Matt B]

So much potential fail in this

Spindle Bobbins - yes they exist but you would need a rear axle bolt with a hole right the way through to make it work. Or you can get some that clamp around the end of the swingarm.

https://www.satoracing.com/pics/CBR250RSpools2.jpg

However, if you are too tight to weigh out a paltry thirteen pounds on a chain then those will be out of budget.
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[chickenstrip]

Got to be a bit worried about anyone who balks at spending such a small amount on such an essential item. What other corners will be cut? I think there are times when one just has to face the fact that they are not in a position to run any kind of motor vehicle.
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[pepperami]

OP, the conclusion of this thread is : stop being tight and get a new chain.
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[Gazz]

Ive bit the bullet and ordered up a shiny new £13 (which can be collected from Argos ) as well as a new fuel filler cap too. This bike just doesn't know how good I am to it. Already bought it a new horn for £6 this week!

Will post back once it goes for its MOT.

Should I start a poll to see if it will fail or not?

[1198]

Just as a matter of interest what bike is this on? I'm only curious, I agree entirely with the feeling to ditch it and invest a massive £13 on reducing your chance of suffering a fatal case of deadness...

[Gazz]

[Dave70]

A bit of spit and polish should do the trick.

Seriously though, go and buy a new chain.
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