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Originally posted by The Mountain
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Couple of things:
One, the bike isn't broken in at all yet at only 360km. As such, it's probably going to run a bit hot. Also, there might have been a bubble or two lurking in the radiator that your riding has dislodged, dropping the fluid a bit. That might account for the reduced fluid. - Seems that can be the issue. However, I forgot to check the initial coolant level during delivery so can't tell how much the level dropped.
Two, all bikes tend to have notchy transmissions for a while when new. You're also probably getting a bit less attentive in your shifting; when it was new you probably paid close attention to how you shifted, but may be getting lazy. Also, the clutch cable may have stretched a bit, so check that as well. If the clutch isn't fully disengaging, there will be load on the gears and it will feel less smooth. - When its a bike, I never am lazy Boss. Whenever I ride, I pay good amount of attention, so it can be the notchy transmission. Only point of concern is that the transmission quality changed so soon. But can only make my mind after owning and riding it for few more months.
Three, that rear brake is probably either not bedded in properly, or possibly is dragging and has become glazed. Make sure your rear brake pedal is properly adjusted and that you're not inadvertently resting your foot on it. - I told you man, when I ride, I try to ride it properly.
I can hear the sound only when I apply the brake very gently. While braking a bit hard no sound is coming as it is gripping the disc hard and instantly.
Four, the chain may have loosened up from riding, though at 360km and on such a puny bike, one would hope not. However, I have noticed on other bikes that a loose chain makes the bike's power delivery feel uneven. Get the chain readjusted and see if the motor feels smoother. Also, check to be sure the Axle and adjuster bolts are all tight. They may have loosened up from vibration, or never been properly tightened to begin with. - Will get it checked on or before the weekend.
Now, a question for all Duke followers: Has there been any word yet on whether the bike will be available in colors other than the Black/Orange of the initial run? I'm probably going to get myself a Duke while I wait on the Triumph Speed Triple, but I have been told that I should be riding a white bike. I've seen a really nice pic of a white Duke, but it's either a prototype/concept bike, or at least is available only in some spanish-speaking country (based on the backdrop behind it). - Nope, no words yet on any other colors. Even they couldn't confirm properly when the Black color will be introduced. In my opinion if you want you can get the orange one and paint it white from some quality professional paintshop. Seen one guy in my office with his R15 with Repsol-Honda theme color. Though it seemed stockering job, but the quality was too good.
One, the bike isn't broken in at all yet at only 360km. As such, it's probably going to run a bit hot. Also, there might have been a bubble or two lurking in the radiator that your riding has dislodged, dropping the fluid a bit. That might account for the reduced fluid. - Seems that can be the issue. However, I forgot to check the initial coolant level during delivery so can't tell how much the level dropped.
Two, all bikes tend to have notchy transmissions for a while when new. You're also probably getting a bit less attentive in your shifting; when it was new you probably paid close attention to how you shifted, but may be getting lazy. Also, the clutch cable may have stretched a bit, so check that as well. If the clutch isn't fully disengaging, there will be load on the gears and it will feel less smooth. - When its a bike, I never am lazy Boss. Whenever I ride, I pay good amount of attention, so it can be the notchy transmission. Only point of concern is that the transmission quality changed so soon. But can only make my mind after owning and riding it for few more months.
Three, that rear brake is probably either not bedded in properly, or possibly is dragging and has become glazed. Make sure your rear brake pedal is properly adjusted and that you're not inadvertently resting your foot on it. - I told you man, when I ride, I try to ride it properly.
I can hear the sound only when I apply the brake very gently. While braking a bit hard no sound is coming as it is gripping the disc hard and instantly.Four, the chain may have loosened up from riding, though at 360km and on such a puny bike, one would hope not. However, I have noticed on other bikes that a loose chain makes the bike's power delivery feel uneven. Get the chain readjusted and see if the motor feels smoother. Also, check to be sure the Axle and adjuster bolts are all tight. They may have loosened up from vibration, or never been properly tightened to begin with. - Will get it checked on or before the weekend.
Now, a question for all Duke followers: Has there been any word yet on whether the bike will be available in colors other than the Black/Orange of the initial run? I'm probably going to get myself a Duke while I wait on the Triumph Speed Triple, but I have been told that I should be riding a white bike. I've seen a really nice pic of a white Duke, but it's either a prototype/concept bike, or at least is available only in some spanish-speaking country (based on the backdrop behind it). - Nope, no words yet on any other colors. Even they couldn't confirm properly when the Black color will be introduced. In my opinion if you want you can get the orange one and paint it white from some quality professional paintshop. Seen one guy in my office with his R15 with Repsol-Honda theme color. Though it seemed stockering job, but the quality was too good.
Very pathetic service by DX.
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