Chain lube is the cheapest insurance your drivetrain will ever get. This range covers road, off-road and all-weather riding with Motul, Putoline and Oxford formulas, from PTFE dry films to ceramic wax. Pick a lube matched to your chain type, your climate and how hard you ride to keep your O-ring sealed and running.
MOTUL C2 CHAIN LUBE ROAD - 400mL
Putoline Chain Lube Drytec PTFE - 500ml
MOTUL C2 CHAIN LUBE ROAD - 150mL
Oxford Mint 365 Chain Lube 60ml
MOTUL C3 CHAIN LUBE OFF-ROAD - 150mL
Putoline Tech Chain Ceramic Wax Chain Lube
Oxford Mint Wet Chain Lube 60ml
Oxford Mint Dry Chain Lube 250ml
MOTUL C3 CHAIN LUBE OFF-ROAD - 400mL
MOTUL C4 CHAIN LUBE FACTORY LINE - 400mL
MOTUL BICYCLE CHAIN LUBE WET - 100mL
MOTUL BICYCLE CHAIN LUBE DRY - 100mL
Oxford Mint Dry Chain Lube 60ml
Putoline Chain Lube O/X-Ring - 500ml
Oxford Mint Wet Chain Lube 250ml
Chain lube does two jobs: cut metal-on-metal friction and seal water and grit away from your O-ring or X-ring chain so it reaches its rated life. A modern road chain is built to run 20,000km or more when lubed every 500 to 800km, and neglect can halve that. Match the formula to your conditions.
| Type | Best for | Re-apply interval | Cure time | Key trait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry PTFE | Road, dusty trails | Every 500km | 10 to 15 min | Low fling, sheds dust |
| Wet film | Cold, wet touring | Every 700km | 20 min | Stays put in rain |
| Ceramic wax | Mixed road riding | Every 600km | 20 to 30 min | Hard wax barrier |
| Off-road | MX, enduro, mud | Each ride | 15 min | High tack, water resist |
Dry lubes flash off their carrier solvent in 10 to 15 minutes and leave a thin PTFE film that resists fling at 100km/h-plus and will not collect abrasive grit. Putoline Drytec PTFE and Tech Ceramic Wax sit here. Wet lubes hold a tackier film for cold, high-rainfall riding where wash-off is the enemy, with Oxford Mint Wet and Mint 365 covering that. Motul C2 Road is the all-round street choice, while Motul C3 is built for off-road tack.
Apply to a warm chain so the lube wicks into the rollers, spin the wheel through 2 to 3 full rotations, then cure for at least 20 minutes before riding so it grips instead of flinging. Always clean first: re-lubing over old grit grinds your chain. Check tension at the same time, with most chains wanting 25 to 40mm of slack and around 95 percent of premature wear traced to poor lubrication.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I lube my motorcycle chain?
For road riding, re-lube every 500 to 800km or after any ride in heavy rain. Off-road and enduro chains need fresh lube after every muddy or wet ride because grit strips the film fast. Always clean the chain before re-applying so you are not grinding old dirt into the rollers.
What is the difference between dry, wet and ceramic chain lube?
Dry PTFE lubes like Putoline Drytec leave a thin film that sheds dust and resists fling, ideal for dry road and dusty trails. Wet lubes like Oxford Mint Wet hold a tackier film that survives cold, wet touring. Ceramic wax lubes like Putoline Tech leave a hard barrier suited to mixed road riding.
Is Motul C2 or C3 chain lube right for my bike?
Motul C2 Road is formulated for street and touring chains where low fling and clean running matter most. Motul C3 Off-Road is built with higher tack to cling through mud and water on MX and enduro bikes. Choose by your riding surface, not your bike brand.