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**Raj Kamal R** · 07-05-2013, 12:38 PM

Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Hello Riders!!

Today I faced some problems with my Ninja 300. I was stuck in a gruesome traffic today morning as I was on my regular commute to my office. The engine killed itself after a while. Thought that it might be some intelligent ECU work to prevent over heating of the engine, as I remember that it was idlingfor about 5mins. After few seconds, I started her up, revved up and zoomed past the traffic. But after about a km, I had to stop a bit aggressively. I was braking and down-shifting almost simultaneously. When I dropped to the first gear the engine killed again. This happened again when I slowed down again near my office, and it was not so aggressive.

Whenever this automatic engine kill occurs, I takes me atleast 3-5secs to bring her back to life.

I had done close to 780 KMS on the odo so far. 1st service due on 1000KMS. I did her regular warm-up for 2 mins after the cold -start.

Any experiences or suggestions are welcome. Experienced riders please help this noob here ....

Thanks in Advance!!

**The Monk** · 07-05-2013, 06:24 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Originally posted by Raj Kamal R View Post

Hello Riders!!

Thanks in Advance!!

Query Approved and Merged

**sp33dfr33k** · 07-05-2013, 09:07 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

[MENTION=62918]Raj Kamal R[/MENTION]: Hey dude, congrats on the Ninja...sorry to hear about the issue you faced. IMHO it must be an engine overheating issue brother, you were idling for about 5 mins right? must be bcoz of that..have you experienced this kind of engine shutdown earlier???

**Raj Kamal R** · 07-05-2013, 09:21 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Originally posted by sp33dfr33k View Post

@Raj Kamal R: Hey dude, congrats on the Ninja...sorry to hear about the issue you faced. IMHO it must be an engine overheating issue brother, you were idling for about 5 mins right? must be bcoz of that..have you experienced this kind of engine shutdown earlier???

yeah I too hope so!! But only thing that tingles my mind is that the next time when the engine shut-down happened after a nice 5+ KM ride where I was cruising 60+ kmph comfortably. So I guess the engine would have cooled down back to its optimum running temperature by then. And this is the first time I am facing any issue with her. Now I am yet to ride back home for today

So will check if the problem persist even now !!

**arunrk85** · 07-05-2013, 10:02 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Originally posted by Raj Kamal R View Post

yeah I too hope so!! But only thing that tingles my mind is that the next time when the engine shut-down happened after a nice 5+ KM ride where I was cruising 60+ kmph comfortably. So I guess the engine would have cooled down back to its optimum running temperature by then. And this is the first time I am facing any issue with her. Now I am yet to ride back home for today

So will check if the problem persist even now !!

I would suggest you to check if the fans are working. Just listen closely the next time you take her out. Also take a look at the coolant level.

My 2 bits as I'm no pro either...

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**abhimanyu31** · 07-05-2013, 10:53 PM

Re: 2013 kawasaki ninja 300 - rush is addictive

^^^ if the temperature idiot light is not coming on then its not overheating. I suspect bad fuel. It is also possible that while filling fuel, water swept into the tank if it was exposed to rainfall.

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**Raj Kamal R** · 07-06-2013, 10:28 AM

Re: 2013 kawasaki ninja 300 - rush is addictive

Originally posted by abhimanyu31 View Post

^^^ if the temperature idiot light is not coming on then its not overheating. I suspect bad fuel. It is also possible that while filling fuel, water swept into the tank if it was exposed to rainfall.

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Temperature light was never up yet!! phew!! And yes I recently filled the fuel from a different petrol bunk...

**sp33dfr33k** · 07-06-2013, 07:01 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Originally posted by arunrk85 View Post

I would suggest you to check if the fans are working. Just listen closely the next time you take her out. Also take a look at the coolant level.

My 2 bits as I'm no pro either...

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[MENTION=37228]arunrk85[/MENTION]: Yep u are correct in your suggestions brother..tis all but a process of ruling out possibilities!!! jk... [MENTION=62918]Raj Kamal R[/MENTION]: Waiting for updates bro...and maybe some more eyecandy too drool on

**Raj Kamal R** · 07-08-2013, 02:25 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

Originally posted by sp33dfr33k View Post

@arunrk85: Yep u are correct in your suggestions brother..tis all but a process of ruling out possibilities!!! jk... @Raj Kamal R: Waiting for updates bro...and maybe some more eyecandy too drool on

This happened to me once more .. but just once more. Think I will wait as my first service is also nearing(850+ on the Odo), and will bring this to notice of the bajaj guys.

**abhimanyu31** · 07-08-2013, 03:00 PM

Re: Ninja 300 Automatic engine shutdown

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**Sird** · 07-08-2013, 05:29 PM

Re: Ninja 300: Ninjette Calling

Originally posted by arnavsameer View Post

Be careful of Karol Bagh its full of fake stuff with shopkeepers trying to sell you the items as genuine. BTW i paid a visit to Kaulsons at Delhi. Was impressed by their approach. Actually they are the guys who supply to dealers like Planet DSG, Bacchus etc. They are the wholesale suppliers for India and South Asia for Alpinestar and Progrip products.So its worth checking them out as they are cheaper than the outlets for obvious reasons. And my latest addition is a pair of all leather gloves from Kaulsons and a pair of oneal MX boots from US.

How much for shoes & gloves respectively ?

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**arnavsameer** · 07-08-2013, 09:53 PM

Re: Ninja 300: Ninjette Calling

Originally posted by Sird View Post

How much for shoes & gloves respectively ?

Well the shoes costed me $120 and the gloves Rs2100/-

**Ezilkannan** · 07-08-2013, 11:37 PM

Re: Ninja 300: Ninjette Calling

Has anyone got their first service done yet? If yes, can you post the bill?

**Arsenic** · 07-09-2013, 02:58 AM

Re: Ninja 300: Ninjette Calling

Originally posted by Ezilkannan View Post

Has anyone got their first service done yet? If yes, can you post the bill?

I got my first service done on 4th July at 1150 Kms on the clock. The total cost was Rs. 3900/-

I dont have the bill right now, but from what I remember I got charged for:

2.2L of Motul 300V Factoryline 10W40 engine oil
Coolant top up
Chain diesel wash
Labour charge

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Well, here's a pic of my Serenity with new rim pinstripes

PRS sells them for 1200/- which I think is crazy and not practical. I got almost similar rim pinstripes from a sticker work guy in Mumbai Central for Rs. 300/- and he also gave me a word that if the stripes come off soon he would put new ones free of cost

(But, the quality of stickers is really great and I am sure they wont come off anytime soon)

Presenting to you...Serenity!

**arnavsameer** · 07-09-2013, 07:23 AM

Re: Ninja 300: Ninjette Calling

Originally posted by Ezilkannan View Post

Well i was charged Rs 3000 for servicing which included
Motul oil for 1705/- (2.2L)
Oil filter for 500/-
Labour for 700/-
Chain cleaning etc for 100/
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