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**iamvik** · 12-04-2009, 08:47 PM

Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post

Burning smell is common in initial run-in period. Don't worry about it, unless its still coming even after 2-3K kms.
Also do not use 91 octane petrols, the bike's engine compression ratio is less than 10.0:1, so designed for use with regular petrol only. Get fuel filled from a trusted pump where adulteration will be less.

FYI, all normal petrol sold in India is 91 octane number since over two years. This came about because of the Bharat stage 2 and newer emission norms imposed by the govt.

Also, using a higher octane number petrol such as 93 or 97 octane will not have any ill effects on the engine. In fact, using a higher octane petrol could improve the engine performance in certain situations.

Another advantage is that if they are adulterated, the lower octane number is likely to be high enough for the engine to run normally.

Generally, higher the compression ratio of a petrol engine, higher the octane number required.

The only disadvantage of high octane number is the high price!

**iamvik** · 12-04-2009, 08:48 PM

Originally posted by dude_phenom View Post

Hey guys, My suspension seems a bit hard. I know that its adjustable but couldnt find out how. Anyone knows/has done it before... Thanks.

The rear shock absorber can be adjusted for spring preload. It needs a special tool that Yamaha doesn't supply with the tool kit, so you'll have to visit a mechanic. It's a very simple job and should take less than a minute.

**vinchel** · 12-05-2009, 07:56 AM

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**k2cool_87** · 12-05-2009, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by Sava View Post

You're doing it wrong when you slam the rear brake in case of emergency. The bike will start fishtailing, whether the brake is disc or drum doesn't matter. Emphasis should be on the front brake if you want a quick stop.

hmmmm.....will try and keep that in mind....am going in for my 2nd service in a few days(read when i get off my lazy ass) then will ask with the svc guys and let u all know whether its possible and possibly beneficial....

**k2cool_87** · 12-05-2009, 11:10 AM

Originally posted by bikerfas View Post

Hi Guyz,
A Query, My FZ is a 900Km old and yesterday took it from 1st service. i said to the service guys abt a burnt smell from the engine someitmes for which they said its usual only...and suggested me to use only Speed/Xtrapremium petrol.

jus want to know whether it is usual thing or something need to be checked? Also what type of petrol needs to be used for FZ?

na dude...nothin needs to be checked out...its normal ....even my new fz used to give out an impression that somethings are burnin.....
now its done about 2800kms and now there is now smell.....so chill

**dude_phenom** · 12-05-2009, 12:06 PM

Originally posted by iamvik View Post

The rear shock absorber can be adjusted for spring preload. It needs a special tool that Yamaha doesn't supply with the tool kit, so you'll have to visit a mechanic. It's a very simple job and should take less than a minute.

Ok. Forgot to mention that in my 1st sevice. Got to get that done while collecting my RC card. B'lore owners any idea how long does it take for the smart card to arrive?? SVC says 45 days. Is that true??

**leadpb** · 12-05-2009, 01:13 PM

The Rear Sprocket?

Originally posted by ayushkant View Post

Don't know. I asked him how much will it cost n he said around 1700/-

I have no idea. He just had a look at my tire running in 1st gear n said that sprocket is gone

. This he suggests is due to normal wear n tear since my bike has clocked almost 12000 km.

Lemme have a second opinion too n then will let u know soon.

Haven't tried this before. Also, here the nearby mechanics have no idea about dealing with FZ so I'm scared to give them my bike for their hands-on practice.

Thanks mate. Will double check it with the guys. Good that I didn't give them the bike today else I'd have been 1700/- less upto now

Hmm, one of the local mechanics also told me my rear sprocket is gone. I have done some 17K KMs. He should me, that at certain place, the wheel is not as free as it shud be. Is it because of the sprocet or something else?

**pali** · 12-05-2009, 04:36 PM

Originally posted by dude_phenom View Post

Ok. Forgot to mention that in my 1st sevice. Got to get that done while collecting my RC card. B'lore owners any idea how long does it take for the smart card to arrive?? SVC says 45 days. Is that true??

yeah it will take 45days..

**netbramha** · 12-05-2009, 10:17 PM

1 week bike for a 1000 KM ride?

Hi Guys,
Its amazing to see all your experiences with the FZ16. While I am planning to buy this beast I have a rather stupid question.
I might have to take this bike as soon as I buy to a 1000 KM ride over 6-7 days. Now is this something that I should avoid with the new bike? Please let me know. Will it damage the bike to go so far without a service? Will the engine hold up well?

Look forward!

**srini** · 12-05-2009, 10:31 PM

Originally posted by dude_phenom View Post

Ok. Forgot to mention that in my 1st sevice. Got to get that done while collecting my RC card. B'lore owners any idea how long does it take for the smart card to arrive?? SVC says 45 days. Is that true??

it will...

**anmol_1990** · 12-05-2009, 10:32 PM

Originally posted by netbramha View Post

Hi Guys,
Its amazing to see all your experiences with the FZ16. While I am planning to buy this beast I have a rather stupid question.
I might have to take this bike as soon as I buy to a 1000 KM ride over 6-7 days. Now is this something that I should avoid with the new bike? Please let me know. Will it damage the bike to go so far without a service? Will the engine hold up well?

Look forward!

ni prblem but ride below 80 km. and changeoil at 500 km without fail

**RanjithMN** · 12-05-2009, 10:53 PM

did a 400km trip today!...phew was awsome on the curves!!! and no back or wrist pains!!!!!!!!

only painful butt every 60 kms!!

**Swas** · 12-05-2009, 11:00 PM

Originally posted by leadpb View Post

Hmm, one of the local mechanics also told me my rear sprocket is gone. I have done some 17K KMs. He should me, that at certain place, the wheel is not as free as it shud be. Is it because of the sprocet or something else?

If the rear sprocket is gone, then change it. Today i went to service centre, i saw a FZ with rear sprocket teeth broken. Not 1 teeth lot of teeths broken...

. So better change the chain and both sprockets.. me changed at 8k. changed to R15 sprockets and FZ chain....

**anirudh fz1** · 12-05-2009, 11:31 PM

Originally posted by Swas View Post

If the rear sprocket is gone, then change it. Today i went to service centre, i saw a FZ with rear sprocket teeth broken. Not 1 teeth lot of teeths broken...

. So better change the chain and both sprockets.. me changed at 8k. changed to R15 sprockets and FZ chain....

has ur bikes milege reduced after fitting r15 sprocket, i am sure it will coz cruising takes up a lot of rpms

**k2cool_87** · 12-06-2009, 09:46 PM

Originally posted by RanjithMN View Post

did a 400km trip today!...phew was awsome on the curves!!! and no back or wrist pains!!!!!!!!

only painful butt every 60 kms!!

ya actually me too.....no pains per say but damn man ass gets numb after every hour....shit need a better seat!!!

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