Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Thanks! I checked my air pressure and found it to be 26 for front & 28 for rear. I updated it to 28 f & 33r. Felt a little bit difference but yet drive properly to check if it has changed. But how did u recognize it? Also pulling "right" is related to air pressure? And such minor difference on air will affect handling? And also occasionally tak tak sound on heavy braking? Whats that? Thanks & sorry for so many questions new on xbhp.

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

If that tak sound happens along with the feeling that the handlebar is wobbly when you are going over a pothole,that means the triple tee clamp needs to be changed. Costs around 1700-1900 to be changed. U can also check it by keeping the brakes pressed while riding over a pothole. The tyre pressure is fine then and such a small difference of air wont result in that.

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Yes there is slightly wobble along with sound... But it happens occasionally. My bike has clocked 28k is a 2011yr model. Is it necessary to change or can i move on and add more miles before changing? Also pulling to right has something to do with it?

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Get it checked at the service centre. Tell them to grease and tighten the ball racer. Also inform them to show u the triple tee clamp. If the threads are eroded (not visible) u have to change it in order to get rid of the problem. If the threads are intact,a simple tightening of the ball racer will ensure everything to be fine. I have no idea about why it moves to the right when u leave handlebar.

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

I have sold my bike. Having a few spares with me which are unused and in packed & unopened condition. If anyone wants to buy,let me know.
1 set Clutch Friction plates
1 set Swingarm bush set
1pc Oil Filter
1pc Front number plate holder

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

What will be your next purchase? And i needed the swingarm bushings a week ago since i couldn't find the original one... Now I've put some local quality bushings.... Will pm u if I need anything though.

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Anybody got a FZ in one of those newer colours?

Raider Red or Ambush Blue

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Booked the RC390 today. Yes I have them in stock.lemme know if any of u guys need it.

Filling 2T oil after filling petrol in fuel tank is harmful or not?

Today I filled Rs 500/- petrol (normal) from bharat petroleum fuel station and I also fill 10ml sachet of MAK 2T oil into fuel tank.
One of my friend told me that 2T oil will bring more smoothness and lubrucates the engine head.
Does it really help, or not.
I have Yamaha Fazer 153cc 2014 with me.
Please advice...

Re: Filling 2T oil after filling petrol in fuel tank is harmful or not?

Yes. It will. But use 1 ml per litre also it helps to keep away rusting of fuel tank

Re: Filling 2T oil after filling petrol in fuel tank is harmful or not?

According to me 4 stroke engines do not need it...

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S

Now, pistons have three rings. Third one at the bottom is called Oil-Ring. The sole purpose of this ring is to retain oil in its cavities and lubricate engine wall. A better oil in the crankcase would do better job, no?

Any research to corroborate the claim?

Re: Yamaha FZ-16/ FZ-S


4 stroke engines don't need it but it doesn't do any harm since using at small quantities ie 1ml per litre. It will help to lubricate engine head and the carb diaphragm. Many members are using this on the xtreme/hunk thread with good result.
Oil ring prevents oil seeping into the combustion chamber and slides with a layer of engine oil. Piston and cylinder walls are washed by the petrol after combustion so adding 2t oil will provide better functionality and a little smoother ride

Please Help Me!!!

my cousin brother has gifted me his Yamaha FZ (2009 version) which has no kick, current ODO running is 25,000KM, bike looks good, rides good. as i m in a learning phase with this bike, i don't know whether its good or not. so decided to do servicing of the bike.

what is the default (Factory reset) setting for clutch? => currently bike is in half clutch.

It is necessary to change oil filter while changing engine oil? => if yes, then what will be quantity, because filter will soak some oil i guess.

currently the oil level is less, brother said he put 1 liter oil in bike then where that 1 liter oil goes. is engine burning oil, if yes then why?

as i live in Mumbai, kamala yamaha which is in Sewree is good for servicing? because i have read about it on xbhp

which engine oil for bike?
=>motul 300v 4t 15w50
=>motul 5100 15w50
=>motul 4t 20w40

4 years ago rear mac wheel of the bike has a minute crack on it so my brother put a m-seal on it, but now after 4 years a small air leakage is happening from that m-seal part, i have to fill air every week to keep the pressure up. => should i again put m seal on it or buy new mac-wheel

when you drive your bike, whats your gear to speed ratio? => will help me to do better shifting

Thanks, for your precious time and patience for reading his message.

Re: Please Help Me!!!

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