^^I imagine the graphite is similar to molybdenum sulphide grease(which is recommended in the ZX-14 SM as an anti-seize for certain parts) in that the particles are shaped like microscopic plates that lay flat and creatre a semi permanent, slippery shingle effect.
the white lithium is good stuff, but it goes on as white or yellowish in color and is tough to get cleaned up after it "cures".
Same deal as moly and graphite, I'll bet.
I use silicone spray for any linkage I want to lubricate but keep clean......
I have Liquid Wrench silicone spray. Nice stuff for fitting ruber parts together. I use it on the fairing grommets. Only thing, seems like the stuff I use pretty much disappears by the next time I separate the parts.
Thanks for all the suggestions, folks. I'm always open to more. I may be adding a few new selections to my lube cabinet. have to post pics of the collection some day. ![](/images/emoticons/laughingsmilie.gif)
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