My first bike

[Northpoint]

Just got my first bike a 99 Gsf Bandit - Stoked! Just wanting to know how often the chain needs to be lubed...

[bell]

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Keep an eye on your chain as you approach 400-500 kms. If it looks dry before that, lube it. If it looks ok, you could let it go another 100-200 k's and keep monitoring it. Some riders lube their chain after every 2nd or 3rd tank of fuel. Do it when the chain is hot/warm ie, after a ride.

Best not to overlube as you'll have crap all over your rear wheel and the potential problems that go with it.

I've tried a few brands of lube and had mixed results with some of the cheaper ones. Others swear by them. Current pick of the crop is the Bel-Ray one that dries on and leaves a white film on the chain.

For some alternative opinions try a search for "chain lube" or "chain wax" and follow your nose.

[avgas]

Get a scottoiler - expensive but worth it