Speaking of battery -
If you are changing the battery, do get your alternator checked. I had mine replaced under warranty recently. The console was showing low battery warning. The ASC guys checked and told me the charging circuit is not in good condition.
Though that part was changed under warranty, the ASC guys said they did not have battery and asked to contact an employee of theirs, he was asking for 3200 Rs for new battery. Even the service manager and the lady at reception told me battery costs 3200.
Finally I was able to get the battery from a service center in Kerala (which is my native) for 1936(Mrp) + 155 for the electrolyte (battery comes dry charged, ie no electrolyte- need to fill electrolyte and charge for min 6 hours before first use.). So total cost 2091 instead of 3200.
In case some one does not know the right price of battery then they could be cheated easily.
So just putting it out there - as of dec 2013 the price of 12v 8ah exide VRLA battery for duke 200 is 1936(battery) + 155(electrolyte) = 2091



I am dwelling in Coimbatore. I would like to know where I can get a good fuel for my bike in Coimbatore. The showroom people said that they recommend only premium brand of petrol. Its very hard to get that here. Can I fill normal petrol ? If so what all issues I can expect?

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