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  • @NANOtechnology: I strongly feel your stator coil has gone weak-get it rewound. My bike's coil has been rewound&no problems now.
    Last edited by Sarvajit; 06-22-2011, 12:26 PM.
    Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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    • Originally posted by tintin708 View Post
      dude it seems that ur bike is suffering from some electrical problem, and not mechanical(carb, tank etc). I too, had faced the same problem a few years back. but the culprit was the ignition key hole. the flap was not working properly and ever since it got stuck inside itself. i.e. after removing the key, the flap wouldnt retract and cover the hole. so water would enter and damage the circuit inside!! i was seriously a pain in the a**!! i couldnt even had imagined that a problem like this would ever occur!!

      u also make sure that the red cut-off switch along with the ignition key assembly are in good condition. water should never enter these parts!

      you have modified ur bike heavily, so also make sure ur entire electrical assembly, wires are in condition. tape the wires which may have got cut or the rubber coating if removed (i.e if wires are naked)
      My wiring as well as the switches are BRAND NEW, also my ign key is perfect, as when i do switch it on, the switch's back-light work perfectly.
      Even the circuit is absolutely fine as there are NO CUTS on any of the wires..

      Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post
      @NANOtechnology: I strongly feel your starter coil has gone weak-get it rewound. My bike's coil has been rewound&no problems now.
      There's NO STATOR coil in my bike, it was removed when i installed the alternator.
      I did check the sparking, and its brilliant.
      Giving a lot to a fiero.
      Expecting a lot from a fiero.

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      • Originally posted by NANOtechnology View Post
        My wiring as well as the switches are BRAND NEW, also my ign key is perfect, as when i do switch it on, the switch's back-light work perfectly.
        Even the circuit is absolutely fine as there are NO CUTS on any of the wires...

        There's NO STATOR coil in my bike, it was removed when i installed the alternator.
        I did check the sparking, and its brilliant.
        Then is there some problem with the alternator?
        Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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        • If water isn't entering the fuel tank,or there's no air leak,then it definitely sounds like a electrical problem.
          Life begins, once you hit the power band !!

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          • TCI, IDI, spark plug, everything is brand new coupled with handsomely charged battery, perfectly working alternator.

            I did check the sparking, its perfect...

            What can be an electrical issue here ??
            Giving a lot to a fiero.
            Expecting a lot from a fiero.

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            • @nanotech-a series of unfortunate events,did you check the plug adapter.If possible put insulation tape to cover the ign wire and the adapter.I had similar issues in my ol victor.
              Socha Toh Locha.

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              • 1.You are saying that there's no water entering the tank.
                2. You are saying that the problem happens only when it rains.So that can't be a mechanical issue.
                3. You are saying that there's no air leaking into the intake or via the air filter hose.
                4. The bike runs normally when it's dry,that rules out carb issue too.
                5.You are saying that there's no loss in engine compression.

                That leaves only electrical issues doesn't it?

                Electrical issues can't be diagnosed by simply checking the spark,it might happen on load,or it might come and go.Like with water related issues of switch gear etc.

                Do one thing,buy a CBZ extreme spark plug adapter,the red one i am using.It's made of rubber and it won't let in water.ZEN TVS after seeing it,are advising it to be put on the rally bikes they prepare.
                Life begins, once you hit the power band !!

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                • what spark plug do Fiero use in stock settings ????

                  The total name??? (for eg:NGK CR8HSA)
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                  • Originally posted by MACH50 View Post
                    what spark plug do Fiero use in stock settings ????

                    The total name??? (for eg:NGK CR8HSA)
                    NGK R CR7E

                    and NGK R CR7E IX Iridium one.
                    Life begins, once you hit the power band !!

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                    • Originally posted by gixxer_junkie_m View Post
                      1.You are saying that there's no water entering the tank.
                      2. You are saying that the problem happens only when it rains.So that can't be a mechanical issue.
                      3. You are saying that there's no air leaking into the intake or via the air filter hose.
                      4. The bike runs normally when it's dry,that rules out carb issue too.
                      5.You are saying that there's no loss in engine compression.

                      That leaves only electrical issues doesn't it?

                      Electrical issues can't be diagnosed by simply checking the spark,it might happen on load,or it might come and go.Like with water related issues of switch gear etc.

                      Do one thing,buy a CBZ extreme spark plug adapter,the red one i am using.It's made of rubber and it won't let in water.ZEN TVS after seeing it,are advising it to be put on the rally bikes they prepare.
                      Very logical explanation...it's got to be Electrical, check your engine kill switch(if you have one) for water shorting,and Plug cap
                      When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                      • Ting Tong...Ting Tong...Is anybody here ?
                        Knock Knock Knock Is anybody in here ?

                        I guess it is........
                        When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                        • Anand is off mood since we are not discussing the 2 legged SBKs anymore I guess!
                          Anyway, how often is tappet adjustment/valve clearance setting necessary in Fieros? I remember the manual having something written as check&adjust every 10K kms.or something like that.
                          However, my mechanic feels it is a crime to touch the tappets/carburettor&as a result the bike has never seen any tuning in the last 7+ years.
                          Now I'm really feeling the need for it, since the performance is going down drastically, thanks to the worn out camchain too!
                          Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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                          • Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post
                            Anand is off mood since we are not discussing the 2 legged SBKs anymore I guess!
                            Anyway, how often is tappet adjustment/valve clearance setting necessary in Fieros? I remember the manual having something written as check&adjust every 10K kms.or something like that.
                            However, my mechanic feels it is a crime to touch the tappets/carburettor&as a result the bike has never seen any tuning in the last 7+ years.
                            Now I'm really feeling the need for it, since the performance is going down drastically, thanks to the worn out camchain too!
                            There is a saying never fix what is not broken..if you hear no tappet noise,and have no problem relating to carb, leave it alone......timing chain is an altogether different thing as it involves cam, and through it proper valve timing which is very important...as a thumb rule change timing chain every 40 or 50 K if it lasts that long, and even if there are no problems.
                            valve seat check and necessary work for reliable running is recommended every 50 K Kms..of course there are bikes with none of these done running healthily for 1,25,000 Kms...all depends on periodic maintenance, oil used and sane riding.
                            Last edited by psr; 06-28-2011, 12:24 PM.
                            When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                            • Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post
                              the performance is going down drastically, thanks to the worn out camchain too!
                              What are the symptoms of a worn out Camchain?
                              **MaSh**

                              **Work to Ride and Ride to Work**

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                              • Originally posted by psr View Post
                                There is a saying never fix what is not broken..if you hear no tappet noise,and have no problem relating to carb, leave it alone......timing chain is an altogether different thing as it involves cam, and through it proper valve timing which is very important...as a thumb rule change timing chain every 40 or 50 K if it lasts that long, and even if there are no problems.
                                valve seat check and necessary work for reliable running is recommended every 50 K Kms..of course there are bikes with none of these done running healthily for 1,25,000 Kms...all depends on periodic maintenance, oil used and sane riding.
                                Originally posted by MaSh View Post
                                What are the symptoms of a worn out Camchain?
                                I got the head opened up at around 50K kms.
                                The valves were fine, no bends, no leakages etc.
                                The camchain was making the loose marbles noise since the last 10K kms.&every time it was silenced by adjusting the tensioner. When the head was opened up, he showed me the camchain&I noticed it was pretty worn out&shiny. Going by the 50K mark, I recommended replacing it to the mech., but he didn't wanna do it, even though the part was in stock.
                                As a result, as soon as he put the parts back, the clanging noise increased manifold.
                                He tightened the tensioner&said, "We will change the camchain next time".
                                The bike ran very restricted for the 1st 3-400kms., then the normal response was back albeit with the clanging&some rubbing noise.
                                Now I feel the initial pickup of the bike has gone down a lot&also, the carb showed lean fuel mixture, which I confirmed by posting a pic to Anand.
                                Moreover the bike feels very strained at speeds above 65-70kmph.
                                I don't deny that I'm riding roughly, coz I'm used to ripping my R15, but I remember a time when the bike used to touch 80kmph like no one's business&hardly make any sounds at that speed!
                                This is why I'm planning to get the bike a complete tune up, which includes the following:
                                1. Valve clearance check&adjust
                                2. Timing chain&tensioner replace
                                3. Carb clean&tune up on CO machine
                                Apart from this, the electricals have had a checkup recently, 3-4 melted sockets have been replaced&the stator coil has been rewound too.
                                The bike is getting better over the time, as my suspension, paint, battery, electrical issues, tyres, everything has been sorted out.
                                I only wish it had a bit more power i.e., can cruise at higher speeds like other Fieros.
                                Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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