how to clean the air filter of a gladiator

do we need to clean the air-filter of a gladiator/???
If yes, plz tell me how can i do that//??

Guys plz help.

what is the otr price of ss125 in chennai

Spare Parts

Hi,
I was wondering how long it takes to procure the spare parts from the compamy (YIMC). I placed an an order with the dealer for the above mentioned parts on 30/01/2012. I had sent an email to the customer service section regarding the availability of the above mentioned spare parts. Beleive me, I received an email within 24 hours confirming the availability. As it is a long time, I phoned the dealer to enquire if the parts have arrived. I was irritated to learn that the order was placed only on the 16/01/2012. This is the level of customer service I received as the bike is in a local workshop and not in an "authorised service center".

Suggestions in bold.



Thanks for the info

Got my diaphragm changed and finally happy with my bike . Mind blowing performance. Prashanth, ya people do recommend ape rectifier but Ruby guy has his own rectifier and its really good. All you need is to take your bike there and tell dc conversion. He ll do it for you.

Hi Friends

Posting after a very long time.. Hope ya all enjoying your rides..

I own Gladiator DLX, Jan 2007 Registered, 38k Kms done.

I thought of selling my glady and getting a new one. But I am somehow sentimentally attached to it. Because its there with me in my ups and downs took me wherever I want in emergencies.. its like a close friend of me and I am very much attached to it.. (Sorry for boring story just wanted to express my feelings about my close buddy)..

I have decided not to move on and stick with my buddy.. Now I want your valuable suggestions to give my steed a new look..

Budget 10 to 15k...

Some modifications in my mind:

1. White and Black painting jobs.. (No Stickering work)
2. Yezdi round doom
3. 100/90 headlamps
4. some good horns..
5. No Saree guard..
6. Maintenance free drive chain
7. chain guard like in new gladiator.
8. Already have K&N installed, Have to get a box for that and have to set it up properly. (Right now it is tied with iron string)
9. RD Handle.

Let me know if anyone tried Round doom, 100/90, RD Handle and suggest if it is recommended.

Waiting eagerly for your suggestions..

Spare Parts

Sent an email to Yamaha Motor Company on January 30 enquiring the availability of some critical parts like piston - block kit, valve kit, chain - sproket set and carburator. Received an email and a telephone call today asserting that the parts are available in stock. Placed an order with the local dealer. Lets see when they arrive. Cheers......

Thanks mate. Cheers...............

Using the AP-ATX5L. Dint find the need for a 9ah battery since i am running stock electrical setting on the bike.

Battery

Hi Prashanth,
Thanks for the post. I'll try to get that for my bike. Do you use the AP-ATX5L or the AP-ATX9 battery. If you use the 9AHr battery, do you use the original rectifier that came with the bike? I'm waiting for the ordered parts to arrive. Cheers.....

I know the question was directed to Bala. However, I am using Amaron Pro Bike Rider battery and I am facing no problems. Its a dry cell battery.

Battery

Hi Bala,
I just want to know if your Amaron battery is a wet ( with distilled water ) or dry ( gel ). I have visited the Amaron Pitstop and have been advised against using a dry cell as the starter takes a higher load of current. They say a wet battery is good for bikes like Yamaha. Please advise.
Regards,

Even i was thinking the same when i first heard ur problem. Most of the parts on the carb can be changed. Good u got that sorted out.

Okay. Even i have been thinking of visiting ruby electricals from a long time now. But have always been in two minds. I asked about the recharging rate because in the light thread, people recommend a change to ape rectifier. Im sure ill be giving this mod a thought again. Realised yet again today that the headlight on the gladi is like holding a candle at speed. Hit a pothole hard on the highway.

Well the change is worth it bcoz the light is extremely powerful bright white light. and 7ah would be needed if you have self start in your bike. But my bike is kick start so 5ah would suffice but i went for 7ah. And about the recharging rate i guess it should be 0.3C ie 0.3 times the capacity of battery. Iam not sure about it because some ppl even recommend half the capacity of battery.

Finally i got what the problem is,
Today morning i went to the sc again and asked what is the exact problem. Then they told me the Diaphragm of the carb has worn out. And when i asked can't u replace that diaphragm then to my surprise they told NO and told whole carb needs to be replaced. Then i immediately called mangalore sc and spoke to the service head. Then he told me diaphragm can be replaced. Guys plz note for reference, the carb diaphragm part number is 5YY2441110 and costs Rs 104. So its very clear that these sc guys in pune were cheating me. I really had the worst experience in YAMAHA FACTORY SHOP which is located in Wakdewadi,Pune.