Charon wrote on 09/26/10 at 20:37:52:I don't think I would want to use any grease on those rubber dampers, because grease might collect dirt and turn abrasive. I'd use a silicone spray, graphite, talc, mica, or something else dry. They aren't supposed to move, anyway. They compress or relax to smooth engine power pulses.
By the way, chain drive bikes use them, too, and for the same reason.
I agree that a dry lube would be better.
I used this stuff:
http://www.crcindustries.com/hd/content/prod_detail.aspx?S=Y&PN=03084on the rubber cush drive inserts in the rear hub of my ST1100. I've not yet had it back apart, so I don't know how it is working.
Seemed like a good idea, though. This moly spray goes on like a tough coat of paint. The web site specifically says it is good for conveyor belts and rubber moldings, among other things.
Might be worth a shot on our bikes.
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