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**rkakkar** · 08-21-2010, 03:07 PM

Originally posted by venomafiax View Post

dude i had the same pain too when i bought my bike... i think it has something to do with your seating posture.... my siting style is usually elbows locked and my back way behind and theres a huge gap between me and the tank... i like riding that way... i used to have the same pain too in the left palm and fingers because of pulling in and holding the clutch.... I bought myself a pair of gloves just like yours and now the pain is gone... and also the gloves lessen the vibration of the bike... really helpful specially when you rip the bike at high RPMs!

cool .. will check it out with few more riding days

**romil_joshi06** · 08-21-2010, 06:03 PM

Originally posted by rkakkar View Post

I'm not sure how good the material would stand against rain or water when I'm washing the bike :P

thers no prblem wid da material watso-ever.........btw i think it wud be uncomfortable to sit on laminated seats as ur ass wil keep slipping off........w8 4 the rains to get over....nd buy a seat cover instead.....

**vinchel** · 08-21-2010, 08:48 PM

Originally posted by venomafiax View Post

guys i think disaster struck me... the thing i feared the most has just happened... the last month ive been loosing air in by rear tyre every 3-4 days... when i check... its gone from 33psi to 16 or 20... ive been filling it up every 3 days... but today morning i spotted a steel thing inside my tyre and it looks like a nail without the head. Can i get the puncture done or do i have to replace the tyre? if i can get the puncture done... are there any specific tools i should ask them to use or could you please suggest the process that normally takes place!

Thanks

Just go to the yamaha SVC or any workshop that specializes in tube less tyres. The nail will be removed and the solution will be applied and the tyre will be as of old. This would cost you around 100-150rs. No need of replacing the tyre for these. Buying the puncture kit would be very costly. Next time, drive more safely

**deville_56** · 08-21-2010, 08:51 PM

My seat cover is torn and I need a replacement. The sales guy at Yamaha said seat cover not coming now days and not sure whether I can book one till he get it confirmed. Any idea about this???? What will be the cost for the new seat cover or full seat, if the other is not available??

**nand15** · 08-21-2010, 10:26 PM

Originally posted by vinchel View Post

Just go to the yamaha SVC or any workshop that specializes in tube less tyres. The nail will be removed and the solution will be applied and the tyre will be as of old. This would cost you around 100-150rs. No need of replacing the tyre for these. Buying the puncture kit would be very costly. Next time, drive more safely

The puncture kit itself costed me around 250 bucks ...

**rkakkar** · 08-21-2010, 10:50 PM

Saree Guard

As a lazy Sunday project, I'm thinking of removing the saree guard myself. Any tips on how can I do that? I'm all thumbs! :P. Also, do I need some screws to fill in the holes under the seat after removing the saree guard?

**tusilal** · 08-22-2010, 04:51 AM

suggestions needed from seniors

Hi All.. I'm new to xbhp... I've been on this site from more than a week to find the perfect solutions for things related to my Fz 16 (1 n half years old - 10k kms done).

Here are a few things ive been looking for:

1. I wish to shift to a fully synthetic engine oil. Ive read that there are some probs with Motul 300V 5W40 / 10W40 on FZ. Has anyone experienced it? I'm also considering Petronas Full Synth as its easier on the pocket also. Pls suggest. Thinking of shifting from YamaLube Mineral as i feel the engine heats alot.(No mudguards or engine guard installed, everything is stock)

2. I also want to get the Motul Chain Lube for regular lubrication. Any info on where to get them in Mumbai (around suburbs - Andheri)

3. How is NGK Iridium Spark Plug for FZ. What are the effects of changing to this one from stock (mileage increase/decrease, power increase/decrease). Anyone using it?

Please suggest. Thanks

**deville_56** · 08-22-2010, 07:59 AM

Originally posted by rkakkar View Post

As a lazy Sunday project, I'm thinking of removing the saree guard myself. Any tips on how can I do that? I'm all thumbs! :P. Also, do I need some screws to fill in the holes under the seat after removing the saree guard?

Remove the 2 bolts in the top part of the saree guard connecting to the body and one connecting to the footpeg frame and it will come off. You can put back the two bolts back to cover the hole.

**rkakkar** · 08-22-2010, 08:13 AM

Originally posted by deville_56 View Post

Remove the 2 bolts in the top part of the saree guard connecting to the body and one connecting to the footpeg frame and it will come off. You can put back the two bolts back to cover the hole.

thanks da!

**venomafiax** · 08-22-2010, 01:40 PM

Originally posted by tusilal View Post

Hi All.. I'm new to xbhp... I've been on this site from more than a week to find the perfect solutions for things related to my Fz 16 (1 n half years old - 10k kms done).

Here are a few things ive been looking for:

1. I wish to shift to a fully synthetic engine oil. Ive read that there are some probs with Motul 300V 5W40 / 10W40 on FZ. Has anyone experienced it? I'm also considering Petronas Full Synth as its easier on the pocket also. Pls suggest. Thinking of shifting from YamaLube Mineral as i feel the engine heats alot.(No mudguards or engine guard installed, everything is stock)

2. I also want to get the Motul Chain Lube for regular lubrication. Any info on where to get them in Mumbai (around suburbs - Andheri)

3. How is NGK Iridium Spark Plug for FZ. What are the effects of changing to this one from stock (mileage increase/decrease, power increase/decrease). Anyone using it?

Please suggest. Thanks

well i got my bike serviced recently at the authorised yamaha agent here in my country... they always use CASTROL 20w40 engine oil.. its really good and ive been having no problems with it.... also for the chain lubrication i got a 3m white grease spray... prevents rust, waterproof and is really good!!!

**rkakkar** · 08-22-2010, 02:50 PM

Hi,

I got my FZ-S this past Monday, but today was the second day I rode her. Couple of points:

1. I noticed that the engine heats up after say about an hour of operation. I have been sticking to the 4-4.5K rpm <=50kmph rule but when I stop my bike after an hour or so I can feel the heat from the engine. Is this okay or am I doing something wrong?

2. When should I start lubricating/cleaning the chain?

I have covered about 40kms until now.

**dude_phenom** · 08-22-2010, 04:26 PM

Originally posted by tusilal View Post

Hi All.. I'm new to xbhp... I've been on this site from more than a week to find the perfect solutions for things related to my Fz 16 (1 n half years old - 10k kms done).

Here are a few things ive been looking for:

1. I wish to shift to a fully synthetic engine oil. Ive read that there are some probs with Motul 300V 5W40 / 10W40 on FZ. Has anyone experienced it? I'm also considering Petronas Full Synth as its easier on the pocket also. Pls suggest. Thinking of shifting from YamaLube Mineral as i feel the engine heats alot.(No mudguards or engine guard installed, everything is stock)

I personally havent used either Motul or Petronas. But I have heard good feedback on both of them both in this thread and in the engine oils thread. You just need be a 153%

sure that it is genuine. And now that you have done 10k you can easily shift. I had shifted to Agip FS at 3k only. Price was 660 and the result is pretty good. Improvement in High end and good reduction in engine heat.

Originally posted by tusilal View Post

2. I also want to get the Motul Chain Lube for regular lubrication. Any info on where to get them in Mumbai (around suburbs - Andheri)

3. How is NGK Iridium Spark Plug for FZ. What are the effects of changing to this one from stock (mileage increase/decrease, power increase/decrease). Anyone using it?

Please suggest. Thanks

Again I havent used it, IIRC kinshuk arya did. He noticed a small increase in mileage and/or power. I'm facing some misfires on a cold start so I might get a new plug too. Will provide feedback if and when I get it.

**dude_phenom** · 08-22-2010, 04:30 PM

Originally posted by rkakkar View Post

Hi,

I got my FZ-S this past Monday, but today was the second day I rode her. Couple of points:

1. I noticed that the engine heats up after say about an hour of operation. I have been sticking to the 4-4.5K rpm <=50kmph rule but when I stop my bike after an hour or so I can feel the heat from the engine. Is this okay or am I doing something wrong?

That is fine during running in, the parts wouldn't have set in and the higher friction would result in heat. Just let the engine cool for 10 min for every 100km (that is assuming you are doing 100+km in one go) and you should be fine.

Originally posted by rkakkar View Post

2. When should I start lubricating/cleaning the chain?

I have covered about 40kms until now.

This actually depends on where u are. Being monsoon time and you generally tend to attract mud/slush on your chain. I normally do during services only. But if you are driving in really dirty roads you better do it more frequently. Just inspect the chain every week, thats all.

**tusilal** · 08-22-2010, 09:35 PM

Originally posted by venomafiax View Post

well i got my bike serviced recently at the authorised yamaha agent here in my country... they always use CASTROL 20w40 engine oil.. its really good and ive been having no problems with it.... also for the chain lubrication i got a 3m white grease spray... prevents rust, waterproof and is really good!!!

thanks for your help.. can u tell me which castrol 20w40 it is? semi synth/synth?

**tusilal** · 08-22-2010, 09:40 PM

Originally posted by dude_phenom View Post

I personally havent used either Motul or Petronas. But I have heard good feedback on both of them both in this thread and in the engine oils thread. You just need be a 153%

sure that it is genuine. And now that you have done 10k you can easily shift. I had shifted to Agip FS at 3k only. Price was 660 and the result is pretty good. Improvement in High end and good reduction in engine heat.

Again I havent used it, IIRC kinshuk arya did. He noticed a small increase in mileage and/or power. I'm facing some misfires on a cold start so I might get a new plug too. Will provide feedback if and when I get it.

thanks for help.. can u tell me which Agip FS have you shifted to? I'm open to try any brand as far as i get original lube and good results.. And i'm a bit biased towards full synthetic though..

And Pls update on the thread after you use the new plug..

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