Originally Posted by forty6

hi,
i own a december 2009 model of karizma zmr. The bike has done around 7500 kms and i have a couple of questions. Actually more than a couple.

First, i am not really happy with the brakes, and i mentioned this to the mechanic who said they will get better over time, but they haven't. Were you happy with the brakes when you tested the bike? If you were i would ask him to drain the brake fluid and see if there are is any air in the line.
Also can the steel brakehose be fitted, like the one on p220? If yes where can i get it?

Does karizma zmr comes with a o-ring chain, if not, which brand and which specification chain can i fit on the bike?

Also my friend has a r15 and i rode it, and i was mightily impressed by the super sticky tyres on that one, does any manufacturer makes that kind of tyres for the 18inch rim size on the zmr? If not which brand will be best suited for good grip and touring?
Also which possible size can i upgrade the front and rear tyre to, without any trouble to the handling.

I have heard a lot about the fully synthetic oil. The bike manual recommends 10w30, which brand makes a synthetic oil which is good for this specification? Shell has also launched a couple of engine oils, will they be better than the one the servicing guys put?

And finally, what are the upgrade options for the headlight? Is hid a viable option, where can i get one from?

I stay in gurgaon, so any place in delhi works for me.


Thanks a lot.