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**pdydeva** · 07-20-2014, 11:55 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Need suggestion from the FZ owners.

It's time (@28267 Kms) to change both the tyres as the rear has suffered more than 5 punctures and the front has worn out. Should I stick to the stock MRF or go for Michelins?

If Michelins, I have to upgrade the specs to 140/70-R17 and 100/90-R17. I believe the Front spec needs to be changed as it needs to be in proportion with the rear change.

Let me know your suggestion/opinion.

Thanks,
Deva

**SparKot** · 07-21-2014, 12:03 AM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by arijitmaniac View Post

Throttle getting stuck is a sign that either the throttle cable is rusted inside or the return spring has gone kaput... Get it checked ASAP. You risk a major accident. Why wait for it?

Can we pour Gear-Oil like EP-90 into Throttle/Clutch cables for lubing?

Some say teflon lining inside the cables is sufficient to keep the wire sliding properly.

**arijitmaniac** · 07-21-2014, 12:39 AM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by SparKot View Post

Can we pour Gear-Oil like EP-90 into Throttle/Clutch cables for lubing?

Some say teflon lining inside the cables is sufficient to keep the wire sliding properly.

Yes oil helps in preventing rusting in the cables. Even normal machine oil is good enough. But it's of no use is rust has already developed. Best to replace the cable if it's rusted.

Not sure if teflon coating though. Never heard of it actually...

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**kusmaker** · 07-21-2014, 08:16 AM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Most of the cables are friction free, i don't think the cables are teflon coated, yeah you can use gear oil for lubricating cables but don't use it very often.

**bikashnayak** · 07-21-2014, 11:52 AM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by Ishwor View Post

Does your bike starts now?
If not give it a try.Its not complicated at all and does no harm to any component of bike.

Note:Keep the key turned off while doing the job.

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I tried what you said but still the same problem. Showed another local mechanic he also told me Battery just went down totally and said this battery can not be run for 2 years as it's stock battery and recommended life is for one year and I also never charged it once.
But Anyways Thanks to all who replied ... Will be going for New battery.

**accuengineer** · 07-21-2014, 12:08 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Hello Guys,

My only suggestion is that please do not take risk with throttle cables and clutch cables. The reason being following.
1. The cables are small wires intertwined together to form a single cable. Often we can see only the front and the back of the cables and we do not know the condition of the cable in the middle. Due to wear it is possible that the small individual wires might be cut/broken which leads to tight movement of the cable. If we apply oil it will create a frictionless movement. But however the broken small wires will lead to failure of the cable.
2. If the exterior protective cover is damaged/jammed. Then the cable will have tight movement. Again if we apply oil, it will be frictionless but when it will fail we do not know.

So if there is tight or sluggish movement of the throttle or clutch cable please replace it don't be satisfied just by applying oil/grease.

Cheers

Mathews

**SparKot** · 07-21-2014, 12:57 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

[MENTION=55512]accuengineer[/MENTION] (Mathews)

I presume most wearing of clutch/throttle wires happen at extreme ends not in between. Wires don't often break in the middle, right?

What's the minimum, maximum & average life of these cables & wires?

Originally posted by bikashnayak View Post

I tried what you said but still the same problem. Showed another local mechanic he also told me Battery just went down totally and said this battery can not be run for 2 years as it's stock battery and recommended life is for one year and I also never charged it once.
But Anyways Thanks to all who replied ... Will be going for New battery.

1. What's the make/model & power-rating of the battery?
2. If it is on the motorcycle-charging circuit then charging it gets is sufficient; I hope you don't keep your ride at garage for months without riding.

**accuengineer** · 07-21-2014, 01:16 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

[MENTION=36366]SparKot[/MENTION]

Actually wear happens throughout the cable as there is movement of the cable inside the protective cover. The breakage in the middle happens mostly when the cable is jammed or the external sheath is damaged. I have seen cables snap in the middle rather than the ends.

Cheers

Mathews

**devils_friend** · 07-21-2014, 01:20 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by bikashnayak View Post

I tried what you said but still the same problem. Showed another local mechanic he also told me Battery just went down totally and said this battery can not be run for 2 years as it's stock battery and recommended life is for one year and I also never charged it once.
But Anyways Thanks to all who replied ... Will be going for New battery.

Seems you haven't topped up the electrolyte level when required or you have been ignoring warning signs.

I am on stock battery and have used the same without any issues for last 2.5yrs. The warranty of battery is one year and not battery life. Also, you don't have to charge the battery, it charges itself when the bike is running.

Cheerz!!

**Mizt** · 07-21-2014, 03:15 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by pdydeva View Post

Need suggestion from the FZ owners.

It's time (@28267 Kms) to change both the tyres as the rear has suffered more than 5 punctures and the front has worn out. Should I stick to the stock MRF or go for Michelins?

If Michelins, I have to upgrade the specs to 140/70-R17 and 100/90-R17. I believe the Front spec needs to be changed as it needs to be in proportion with the rear change.

Let me know your suggestion/opinion.

Thanks,
Deva

I have already changed to 140/70/R17 , currenlty 36K Kms and my front tyre is worn out should I upgraded the front to 100/90 R-17 or stay stock.

**Ishwor** · 07-21-2014, 03:26 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by bikashnayak View Post

I tried what you said but still the same problem. Showed another local mechanic he also told me Battery just went down totally and said this battery can not be run for 2 years as it's stock battery and recommended life is for one year and I also never charged it once.
But Anyways Thanks to all who replied ... Will be going for New battery.

May be battery is weak.Did u charge it?
Stock battery can be run strong for 2 years and even more.
My friend is running on 2.4 years old battery .

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**accuengineer** · 07-21-2014, 03:53 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by devils_friend View Post

Seems you haven't topped up the electrolyte level when required or you have been ignoring warning signs.

I think you have pointed out the problem spot on. Many times even in SVC they do not check the electrolyte concentration and charge . They just apply white petroleum jelly and close the cover. As a practice it is better to personally check the level once in a month.

Since @bikashnayak has not recharged externally his battery even once. He can try to recharge the battery. Maybe the problem can be solved. And Please don't start you engine with the main lights on it will draw more power and can lead to faster discharge of the battery.
cheers

Mathews

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Originally posted by Mizt View Post

I have already changed to 140/70/R17 , currenlty 36K Kms and my front tyre is worn out should I upgraded the front to 100/90 R-17 or stay stock.

The front stock tyres in our FZ is the best I would say in terms of grip(wet and dry) and leaning angle. So better go in for stock front tyres. We are looking for alternative only for the rear tyre as MRF revz is puncture prone.

Cheers
Mathews

**kusmaker** · 07-21-2014, 04:01 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Mrf has overcome this problem of puncture and chicken stripes in there newer version of Revz-m tyres, the tyre is more rounded in profile and less prone to punctures, or one can look out for version 2 tyre, yamaha has paid lot of attention in designing this tyre particularly to prevent punctures.

**devils_friend** · 07-21-2014, 04:01 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Originally posted by Mizt View Post

I have already changed to 140/70/R17 , currenlty 36K Kms and my front tyre is worn out should I upgraded the front to 100/90 R-17 or stay stock.

Go for stock.

Cheerz!!

Originally posted by accuengineer View Post

We are looking for alternative only for the rear tyre as MRF revz is puncture prone.

Cheers
Mathews

The new Revz-M isn't puncture prone and have heard that it is medium compound unlike soft compound (stock tyre Revz). Also, the new FZ V2 has Revz-Y. Although, not sure about its difference and other aspects.

Cheerz!!

**nadz11.ns** · 07-21-2014, 04:03 PM

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Does anybody know the current price of stock MRF front tyre ?
The tyre has done 278xx kms and would require a change soon.

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