Since '02 xBhp is different things to different people. From a close knit national community of bikers to India's only motorcycling lifestyle magazine and a place to make like-minded biker friends. Join us

Castrol Power 1

Avoid staying around those big vehicles.

Our Partner

Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

Honda Unicorn

Collapse
X
 
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts

  • Re: Honda Unicorn

    Originally posted by kusmaker View Post
    These svc guys are dacoits there main goal is to just rob people nothing else, why did they change t bridge fork , cone set, i have no idea, cone set is only changed when you are feeling heaviness in turning the handle or when your bike front end makes noise while hitting pot holes or hump,click sound comes from fork also, i feel your problem is of rebound damping, i would advice you to get your front forks damping checked,a little bit of checking you can do by yourself also, take your bike off from the main stand, let the sag settle down and then firmly press at the T-clamp (don't hold the brake or push the handle) suspension should rebound quickly to its original position but not beyond if it takes more than one second for the suspension to return to its original position less rebound damping is needed, if the fork overshoots its free sag and then compresses again more rebound damping is needed.

    To check the rebound damping of both wheels, with your bike off the stands place your hand near the rear of the tank and push firmly down a well balanced suspension setup will compress and return at the same time, to check the swing arm take your rear wheel off disconnect the rear monoshock and check the swiing arm play by moving it up and down and side to side, there should be minimum play not much, if the bike is wobbling from behind you will feel more vibration in the rear, less grip, less braking power, plus in the long ride your back will suffer if the front is shaking you will feel juddering. I would advice you to get your front suspension checked.
    Kusumker
    Really amazed at your analysis skills and observations. Will check all these points today and get to a good mechanic in bangalore who can check the front suspensions.

    Can anyone suggest a good mechanic who can handle this in South Bangalore Please ? I have always been to service centers(Silicon honda, southend circle, bangalore ) and donot know any good mechanic who can handle these issues

    regards
    girish

    Comment


    • Re: Honda Unicorn

      Hi Kusumker
      Yesterday I could get some time to take my bike to a mechanic asked him straight to check the front suspensions. He opened the forkes and found that the oil level in the fork was less. In fact, I had not changed the oil from begining till date (24000 KMs)

      So, he suggested to change the fork oil for which i agreed. Now, after refilling the forke oil, i think the the jumping has reduced. I just ran 20 kms in citi traffic and could not really test extensively over spectrum of speed from 0-80 Kms(This is the max speed i usually go) I need to check specifically at 40-50 KMph speed

      will test today`or tomorrow and let you know the results by tomorrow or thursday

      Thanks for all your efforts to identify and pinpoint the issue

      By the way, how does the oil level in the fork reduces ? there was never any leakage from the fork ANY day right from day 1.. There were no issue till i gave the bike for servicing last time(Some time in March last week). Suddenly, when i got the bike back from service, this problem started.. I am really not able to understand how exactly the problem started ? ! ! ?


      regards
      Girish

      Comment


      • Re: Honda Unicorn

        Originally posted by gkveda View Post
        Hi Kusumker
        Yesterday I could get some time to take my bike to a mechanic asked him straight to check the front suspensions. He opened the forkes and found that the oil level in the fork was less. In fact, I had not changed the oil from begining till date (24000 KMs)

        So, he suggested to change the fork oil for which i agreed. Now, after refilling the forke oil, i think the the jumping has reduced. I just ran 20 kms in citi traffic and could not really test extensively over spectrum of speed from 0-80 Kms(This is the max speed i usually go) I need to check specifically at 40-50 KMph speed

        will test today`or tomorrow and let you know the results by tomorrow or thursday

        Thanks for all your efforts to identify and pinpoint the issue

        By the way, how does the oil level in the fork reduces ? there was never any leakage from the fork ANY day right from day 1.. There were no issue till i gave the bike for servicing last time(Some time in March last week). Suddenly, when i got the bike back from service, this problem started.. I am really not able to understand how exactly the problem started ? ! ! ?


        regards
        Girish

        Cheerz girish, at last your problem is rectified somewhat, yes do test it extensively and then report, did you change the oil seals also with the oil, what was the amount of drained oil, was it close to what you have poured in or less, what was the condition of the oil, and how long ago you changed oil previous to this oil change, if oil level was low there are only two reasons for it, either last time mechanic has filled up with less oil or your fork oil has leaked, but since you are saying there was no leak whatsoever, than this means forks were underfilled last time, why did you felt this problem suddenly after service, may be during last service some thing might have gone terribly wrong, like water seepage into the forks during high pressure washing(although very remote or almost nil chances of this happening), one side seal of the fork getting softer hence imbalance in the fork damping,hence you started feeling this bumpy ride just after service,i would have suggested you to changed your oil seal also when you changed the oil, but anyhow just ride it and then pls inform how was your ride.
        Last edited by kusmaker; 05-20-2014, 08:58 PM.

        Comment


        • Re: Honda Unicorn

          Last week when I was filling air in my rear wheel, I noticed that the rear alloy was quite hot. This problem wasn't there before. Any idea what it could be?? Is it worn out brake shoes? P.s rear brakes are working fine. After how many kms would someone have to change their rear brake pads, when ridden normally? Thanks in advance

          Comment


          • Re: Honda Unicorn

            Originally posted by windrider007 View Post
            Last week when I was filling air in my rear wheel, I noticed that the rear alloy was quite hot. This problem wasn't there before. Any idea what it could be?? Is it worn out brake shoes? P.s rear brakes are working fine. After how many kms would someone have to change their rear brake pads, when ridden normally? Thanks in advance
            When was the last time you checked alloy wheel rim & found normal wrt heat?

            1. How many km did you ride & at what speed before touching alloy wheel rim?
            2. Is the drive chain properly lubed?
            3. Is rear wheel freely rotating in neutral gear?

            You may have to inspect the rear wheel to come to any conclusion.
            1. Rear wheel bearings
            2. Sprocket drum bearing (not sure about Unicorn)
            3. Chain-Sprocket set condition.
            There is no honest path to prosperity - KoKa
            Useful Resources Over Internet

            Comment


            • Re: Honda Unicorn

              I thank few members for suggesting to go for re-boring of engine compared to procuring new bore.

              Re-boring involved only 1/3 of the cost of new bore.

              1500 Kms done after re-bore and i am satisfied with the work.

              Max speed reached (after 1000 kms) is 70 and the mileage stays at 55 to 56.

              Engine oil (Castrol Active 20W40) changed today and bike felt much smoother.

              Thanks once again to forum members.
              2005 - Hercules MTB Thriller | 2018 - Apollo Evade
              2010 - Unicorn- 61K
              2011 - GS - 49K
              2016 - Gusto - 15K
              2017 - Tiago XZ 1.2P - 11K
              __________________
              Sold
              2000-2005 - Hero Skipper | 2014-2018 Hercules Windpacer
              2012 - Activa 39K 2010 - Scooty Streak - 11.5K
              2013 - Nano CX 41.5 K

              Smoking KILLS...
              Wearing chin strap is equally important as wearing helmet.

              Comment


              • Re: Honda Unicorn

                I feel vibration on my unicorn hand-bars when i'm crossing 50/60 and it is pulling me one side (left). I checked with mechanic and he told no misalignment in alloy but in forks. Also he suggested me to change forks oil. Also i had issue with disc screeching, mechanic asked me to change the disc pad. Kms run- 11500.
                Previously i was using 20-40 honda engine oil. For first time used advance shell 10-40 (recommended by mechanic) and no heating issues and all.

                Need your valuable suggestions on my problem...

                Comment


                • Re: Honda Unicorn

                  Originally posted by DbRacer View Post
                  I feel vibration on my unicorn hand-bars when i'm crossing 50/60 and it is pulling me one side (left). I checked with mechanic and he told no misalignment in alloy but in forks. Also he suggested me to change forks oil. Also i had issue with disc screeching, mechanic asked me to change the disc pad. Kms run- 11500.
                  Previously i was using 20-40 honda engine oil. For first time used advance shell 10-40 (recommended by mechanic) and no heating issues and all.

                  Need your valuable suggestions on my problem...

                  Adding more information like model, total reading on ODO, what tyres you are running and if there was any accident with the vehicle might help readers to know more on the bike and the possible issue.

                  I had the vibrations on the handle bar on my 2008 model Unicorn and replaced cone set to rectify it. Vibrations meaning, there was a slight difference in handling sensitivity and it used to make sounds on humps, uneven roads. Put new cone set and it runs like a charm.

                  Coming to the bike pulling the left, what front tyres are you using and when did you change them? People who use button type pattern have the feeling of the bike pulling to one side. Patterns like the ones on the OEM tyre (Zapper FS in this case) are best suited for front tyres.

                  Shell Advance AX-7 is one of the best oils to be used for a Honda engine. You can change it at an interval of 2.5k km.
                  Last edited by kashcj3b; 06-29-2014, 04:20 AM. Reason: Spell correction!

                  Comment


                  • Re: Honda Unicorn

                    Can anyone please tell me the cost of replacing the dome on unicorn...?

                    Comment


                    • My unicorn

                      Hi
                      I have a unicorn and I love it. I love riding at normal speeds for safety and enjoying the ride. I get exited by watching different types of modification (not very expensive ones) on different bikes and try to do what I can. Recently I installed some cheap fancy led lights on my bike. I was wondering if you can tell me I can connect new extra Lights & Horns on my bike by taking power directly from Battery.

                      Comment


                      • Re: My unicorn

                        Hello Guys...

                        I am a CB Trigger owner but have some concerns related with Honda as well as my bike. Need your opinion on it.

                        Got second servicing done of my bike @ 3700 kms.
                        Mileage and engine refinement wise bike is going great. I get around 48-49 kmpl in City.

                        But since last servicing, I can feel that one thing has changed with my bike and I don't know whether it is good or bad.
                        My bike's handle bar weighs up as I gain speed. It will be become so heavy that bike will not allow me to leave the lane too easily.
                        But I am able to maneuver the bike very well through the traffic and at slow speeds.
                        I am confused, whether it is a problem or a good thing? But for sure it was not the case before the servicing.

                        Does second servicing include any sort of handle bar tuning??

                        I am quite irritated with Honda guys by now.
                        First I had to chase them to get my petrol tank under warranty. Finally done with that.
                        But while fitting it they have screwed something with fuel gauge float inside the tank.
                        They are not able to figure it out in 2 visits, going to visit for third time this weekend.
                        Now this handle bar issue popped up.
                        It has been just 3.5 months of ownership and these are the concerns I have to deal with.

                        Honda: sach kar denge sapne, sirf apne!!

                        Comment


                        • Re: My unicorn

                          Get the handle bar setting done that should help
                          Originally posted by SurajD View Post
                          Hello Guys...

                          I am a CB Trigger owner but have some concerns related with Honda as well as my bike. Need your opinion on it.

                          Got second servicing done of my bike @ 3700 kms.
                          Mileage and engine refinement wise bike is going great. I get around 48-49 kmpl in City.

                          But since last servicing, I can feel that one thing has changed with my bike and I don't know whether it is good or bad.
                          My bike's handle bar weighs up as I gain speed. It will be become so heavy that bike will not allow me to leave the lane too easily.
                          But I am able to maneuver the bike very well through the traffic and at slow speeds.
                          I am confused, whether it is a problem or a good thing? But for sure it was not the case before the servicing.

                          Does second servicing include any sort of handle bar tuning??

                          I am quite irritated with Honda guys by now.
                          First I had to chase them to get my petrol tank under warranty. Finally done with that.
                          But while fitting it they have screwed something with fuel gauge float inside the tank.
                          They are not able to figure it out in 2 visits, going to visit for third time this weekend.
                          Now this handle bar issue popped up.
                          It has been just 3.5 months of ownership and these are the concerns I have to deal with.

                          Honda: sach kar denge sapne, sirf apne!!

                          youtube link:
                          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB1...ZF550FWAzfYRlw

                          Comment


                          • Re: Honda Unicorn

                            Zeroed down on the cause of weighing up of handle bar..!!
                            It's purely related to unskilled workman ship A.S.S. guys have done.
                            TO sort out the fuel gauge issue, then have removed digital display and float inside tank.
                            While fitting it back, they failed to route those properly and hence there is no spare length available.
                            Thus these cables are preventing the handle from turning.

                            Comment


                            • Re: Honda Unicorn

                              Originally posted by BlackPanther View Post
                              I thank few members for suggesting to go for re-boring of engine compared to procuring new bore.

                              Re-boring involved only 1/3 of the cost of new bore.

                              1500 Kms done after re-bore and i am satisfied with the work.

                              Max speed reached (after 1000 kms) is 70 and the mileage stays at 55 to 56.

                              Engine oil (Castrol Active 20W40) changed today and bike felt much smoother.

                              Thanks once again to forum members.
                              Can you provide the cost breakdown of your engine rebuild?

                              Sent from my A7+ using Tapatalk 2

                              Comment


                              • Re: Honda Unicorn

                                Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                                Can you provide the cost breakdown of your engine rebuild?

                                Sent from my A7+ using Tapatalk 2

                                Sorry sinnerz2000, Was away for quite some time from Internet and also will have very less access to internet.

                                It costed 4500 altogether (Approx - I have a bad memory).

                                I ll give the numbers which i remember now.

                                850 for engine valve replacement.

                                1500 for re-boring. I think I have pasted the details a few pages back. This is not a very active thread. If you go a few pages back, you may get the exact details.

                                Regards,
                                Anand
                                2005 - Hercules MTB Thriller | 2018 - Apollo Evade
                                2010 - Unicorn- 61K
                                2011 - GS - 49K
                                2016 - Gusto - 15K
                                2017 - Tiago XZ 1.2P - 11K
                                __________________
                                Sold
                                2000-2005 - Hero Skipper | 2014-2018 Hercules Windpacer
                                2012 - Activa 39K 2010 - Scooty Streak - 11.5K
                                2013 - Nano CX 41.5 K

                                Smoking KILLS...
                                Wearing chin strap is equally important as wearing helmet.

                                Comment

                                Working...
                                X