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  • #1246
    Re: Strange noise

    Originally posted by Ritabroto View Post
    Hi,


    From the last couple of days I am getting a constant sound("khat-khat" type) coming from the bottom end/rear wheel in low gear/if I am going uphill. I ride a thunderbird 500 with 8K+ kms on the odo. The motorcycle isn't even 1 year old. Last time this sound came, I checked it with SVC & they told me that the chain got loose & they fixed it. Now my question is if that is true then why is it happening now again in such a short time? If you guys think it's not loose chain problem then what is it? Kindly help

    Regards,


    Ritabroto
    You need to explain the problem a bit in detail ..
    Cheerio!
    Ride safe \m/

    Bajrapanchi Dui-Chingari 350 (2009)

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    • #1247
      Re: Strange noise

      Originally posted by somenath1061 View Post
      You need to explain the problem a bit in detail ..
      Hello!!

      The problem is that whenever I am engaging gear to 1st/2nd gear a "khat khat" type noise is coming from rear portion of the motorcycle. The sound fade away in higher gear or I can't hear it because of other sounds.

      Thanks ,

      Ritabroto
      IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO RISK IT ALL, THEN YOU DON'T WANT IT BAD ENOUGH

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      • #1248
        Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

        Hello everyone! Just took a test ride of TB500 today (even though never likes RE's) to my surprise I really liked the ride & i guess unlike 3 years ago when i used to like the ktm's now my liking is towards this easy machine. Just wanted to check is the TB500 a real reliable machine or like always i have been reading do the new re's still gives crazy amount of harassment?

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        • #1249
          Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

          I test rode the tb500 & classic 500 & liked thetb500 as its more relaxed & has better equipment and dual disc.

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          • #1250
            Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

            Guys please takeout some time and do give your feedback as i am completely new to RE's. Just wondering if this is the right choice for me.

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            • #1251
              Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

              Originally posted by prashnagpal View Post
              Guys please takeout some time and do give your feedback as i am completely new to RE's. Just wondering if this is the right choice for me.
              I own a 2014 tbts 350 and I can vouch that's it's fairly reliable unlike the old bullets. All uce based enfields are reliable on the best part. Small niggles are part of its DNA.

              Tbts 500 is a able cruiser, the best built enfield after GT and the Himalayan. If your primary usage is city commute I suggest you to look at Bullet 500/standard 500 it's super comfy on all roads. But if you are commuting mostly on highways tbts 500 is a overall better package. Dual disc brakes not necessarily translate into better braking on tbts. Rear wheel locks up on hard braking.

              One more vital thing I want to add is all Royal enfields come with tube type tyres. I still find this appalling because we are paying nearly 2 big ones. One flat tire and you would be pushing a 200 kgs of metal. But there's no denying on the comfort enfields give on all kind of roads.
              Last edited by Vikram Vijaykumar; 06-20-2017, 09:17 PM.

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              • #1252
                Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                Originally posted by Vikram Vijaykumar View Post
                I own a 2014 tbts 350 and I can vouch that's it's fairly reliable unlike the old bullets. All uce based enfields are reliable on the best part. Small niggles are part of its DNA.

                Tbts 500 is a able cruiser, the best built enfield after GT and the Himalayan. If your primary usage is city commute I suggest you to look at Bullet 500/standard 500 it's super comfy on all roads. But if you are commuting mostly on highways tbts 500 is a overall better package. Dual disc brakes not necessarily translate into better braking on tbts. Rear wheel locks up on hard braking.

                One more vital thing I want to add is all Royal enfields come with tube type tyres. I still find this appalling because we are paying nearly 2 big ones. One flat tire and you would be pushing a 200 kgs of metal. But there's no denying on the comfort enfields give on all kind of roads.
                Thanks! Its 80% for city commute & 20% trips. Saw the classic but prefer the tb. Not fond of the regular bullet looks

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                • #1253
                  Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                  Originally posted by prashnagpal View Post
                  Thanks! Its 80% for city commute & 20% trips. Saw the classic but prefer the tb. Not fond of the regular bullet looks
                  Waiting period is also one month where as the dealer has one classic 500 available in stock. I am so damn confused if either of these will be a good daily commute of 15kms

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                  • #1254
                    Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                    Originally posted by prashnagpal View Post
                    Waiting period is also one month where as the dealer has one classic 500 available in stock. I am so damn confused if either of these will be a good daily commute of 15kms
                    Safety first. There is no confusion, get TB500.

                    TB500 has dual discs. Definitely better braking than rear drums brakes.

                    TB500 has box section swing arm. This helps a lot in high speed stability, braking & structural integrity.

                    Lastly TB500 has projector headlamps which are much better than headlamps of any RE model.


                    As a bonus: Build quality, welding, forks, rubber, switches & other materials used in Thunderbird twins are much better than classics & bullets.

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                    • #1255
                      Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                      Originally posted by marmiteminer View Post
                      Safety first. There is no confusion, get TB500.

                      TB500 has dual discs. Definitely better braking than rear drums brakes.

                      TB500 has box section swing arm. This helps a lot in high speed stability, braking & structural integrity.

                      Lastly TB500 has projector headlamps which are much better than headlamps of any RE model.


                      As a bonus: Build quality, welding, forks, rubber, switches & other materials used in Thunderbird twins are much better than classics & bullets.
                      Thanks a lot bro! I had no clue regarding these.

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                      • #1256
                        Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                        Originally posted by marmiteminer View Post
                        Safety first. There is no confusion, get TB500.

                        TB500 has dual discs. Definitely better braking than rear drums brakes.

                        TB500 has box section swing arm. This helps a lot in high speed stability, braking & structural integrity.

                        Lastly TB500 has projector headlamps which are much better than headlamps of any RE model.


                        As a bonus: Build quality, welding, forks, rubber, switches & other materials used in Thunderbird twins are much better than classics & bullets.
                        Is it true that riding TB's in city causes shoulder & back pain in comparison to classic's?

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                        • #1257
                          Re: Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                          Originally posted by prashnagpal View Post
                          Is it true that riding TB's in city causes shoulder & back pain in comparison to classic's?

                          Depends upon your height. Above 5 feet 10 inches, no issues. Please test drive as many time as possible.

                          TB's handlebars are set perfect for taller riders. But for shorter riders, it might feel tall & ergonomics will not be good causing wrist, shoulder & back pains.

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                          Originally posted by prashnagpal View Post
                          Is it true that riding TB's in city causes shoulder & back pain in comparison to classic's?

                          Depends upon your height. Above 5 feet 10 inches, no issues. Please test drive as many time as possible.

                          TB's handlebars are set perfect for taller riders. But for shorter riders, it might feel tall & ergonomics will not be good causing wrist, shoulder & back pains.

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                          • #1258
                            Re: Strange noise

                            Originally posted by Ritabroto View Post
                            Hello!!

                            The problem is that whenever I am engaging gear to 1st/2nd gear a "khat khat" type noise is coming from rear portion of the motorcycle. The sound fade away in higher gear or I can't hear it because of other sounds.

                            Thanks ,

                            Ritabroto
                            Hi with the engagement of the 1 and 2 gear even i get that sound. I do not think it's a problem. Still you may check your chain slack. Engaging a gear generally always makes that kind of clicking sound.
                            Cheerio!
                            Ride safe \m/

                            Bajrapanchi Dui-Chingari 350 (2009)

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                            • #1259
                              Re: Strange noise

                              Originally posted by somenath1061 View Post
                              Hi with the engagement of the 1 and 2 gear even i get that sound. I do not think it's a problem. Still you may check your chain slack. Engaging a gear generally always makes that kind of clicking sound.
                              You are absolutely right. My chain was slack. Tightened it during servicing. Now thankfully no problem.
                              IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO RISK IT ALL, THEN YOU DON'T WANT IT BAD ENOUGH

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                              • #1260
                                Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

                                Hello All,

                                I picked up a pre-worshipped 2014 TB500 previous month which had done 4500kms, previously I had owned Machismo 500 (sold 2010) and using Pulsar 220 till now.
                                I’m facing jerking issue on the bike, bike went through complete service with all the necessary checks and parts replaced even fuel tank, fuel pump and Efi were cleaned during service, jerking is less when the fuel is more than half tank (4-5 bars on fuel gauge) if the fuel level drops to three bars are below it increases and its highly irritating to ride in bumper to bumper traffic. I went for a short 200 kms highway ride the jerking was less but still it exists. Any suggestions or any other owners facing this similar issue any solutions are appreciated. I've tried fuel from different fuel pumps still the end result is same.

                                Also I feel the power delivery is not instant (after clutch release) and vibes have increased after servicing, I presume it might be due to Castrol power1 cruiser engine oil anyone having similar experience with this engine oil?

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