THE ROADMAN VERDICT.
A reusable chain cleaner with 120 contact points, separate dirty-fluid reservoir and 75ml drivetrain cleaner.
Why I recommend it
The X-3 makes the unglamorous job easier: cleaner goes into the upper chamber, dirty fluid drops away from the chain, and the brushes reach every face of each link.
Who it is for
Riders who train outdoors year-round and want a repeatable drivetrain-cleaning routine.
Who should skip it
Hot-wax users who remove the chain for cleaning, infrequent riders, or anyone happy with a brush and rag.
What it gets right
- 120 chain contact points
- Separates dirty fluid from the cleaned chain
- Heavy-duty reusable body
- Includes 75ml drivetrain cleaner
Where it falls short
- Costs more than a basic brush
- Still needs rinsing and drying afterwards
- Not suitable for motorcycle chains