Cycle chain rust

Carnmore
Carnmore Posts: 23
edited July 2017 in The workshop
I took my new bike to the coast last week.

I didn't go on the beach or get sea water on the chain but today noticed it's corroded / rusty - there was an onshore wind so it must've been wind borne salt.

It's a high end bike - Cube SL Road Pro - should this have happened?

What should I do to fix this? Can I just leave it or will it get worse?

Pictures in the link. Thanks in advance.


http://s238.photobucket.com/user/Kilnad ... 0corrosion

Comments

  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Seriously?
    Just oil it as normal. It'll be fine.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Perfectly normal, you just learnt the importance of keeping your chain properly lubed.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • thistle_
    thistle_ Posts: 7,142
    Pedal around a bit and it will come off. It won't look as shiny as before but it will be fine.

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