>>1764965yes, it does. a clean drivetrain has less friction, operates smoothly, and lasts longer. the black shit is basically a grinding paste that eats your drivetrain. wiping and relubing every couple rides or every week is enough for anything except the foulest conditions. use t9 if you want to be super clean, or "dry" lube for regular cleanliness. "wet" lubes attract dirt and make that wonderful grinding paste. don't listen to
>>1764968, he's likely as dirty as his clapped out drivetrain.
