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  • #8491
    Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

    Originally posted by cbzee View Post
    so assuming if there's a pressure or load in the rear tyre it happens.
    In other words, whenever the swingarm moves, the brake gets applied/released. Check pedal free play and keep it as mentioned in the owner's manual.

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    • #8492
      Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

      Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post
      In other words, whenever the swingarm moves, the brake gets applied/released. Check pedal free play and keep it as mentioned in the owner's manual.
      the thing is, my vehicle is a pre-owned one. so i didn't get any manual with it.

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      • #8493
        Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

        Originally posted by cbzee View Post
        the thing is, my vehicle is a pre-owned one. so i didn't get any manual with it.
        For my GS it is 12-17 mm (1.2-1.7 cm). You can set it yourself by loosening the adjusting nut (near the wheel, on the brake cam lever) 1/2 a turn at a time.

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        • #8494
          Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

          Hi Guys,

          I read somewhere that chain is recommended to be lubed anywhere between 750kms - 1000kms. But when it should be CLEANED?

          1) I'm attaching my chain's picture now, can I lube it now or it needs cleaning?
          2) Is diesel + tooth brush method fine for cleaning?

          Click image for larger version Name: 20180720_230847-horz.jpg Views: 1 Size: 106.6 KB ID: 1960853

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          • #8495
            Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

            Originally posted by Angurj View Post
            Hi Guys,

            I read somewhere that chain is recommended to be lubed anywhere between 750kms - 1000kms. But when it should be CLEANED?

            1) I'm attaching my chain's picture now, can I lube it now or it needs cleaning?
            2) Is diesel + tooth brush method fine for cleaning?

            [ATTACH]242334[/ATTACH]
            You may perform a cleaning in every 2000 kms. Never use diesel to clean the chain. It may damage the O ring. Only use kerosene and brush.

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            • #8496
              Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

              Originally posted by cbzee View Post
              You may perform a cleaning in every 2000 kms. Never use diesel to clean the chain. It may damage the O ring. Only use kerosene and brush.
              How does it damage the o-ring. I cannot see such info anywhere? Can you help me?

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              • #8497
                Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                Originally posted by Angurj View Post
                How does it damage the o-ring. I cannot see such info anywhere? Can you help me?
                Sorry my bad. I shouldn't be using the word 'damage'. infact it will work over kerosene for sure but you may or might not get the best possible result in diesel over kerosene plus its a bit controversial subject too. I usually clean my chain myself with kerosene and using SAE 90 gear oil for the lubrication.

                I would like you to go through this thread so that you get an idea about chain cleaning as well as lubing:
                Bike O-Ring Chain - Cleaning & Lubrication - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community
                https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/universal-threads/16512-bike-o-ring-chain-cleaning-lubrication-7.html
                The gold mine of all the topics which are frequently discussed..

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                • #8498
                  Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                  Originally posted by cbzee View Post
                  I usually clean my chain myself with kerosene and using SAE 90 gear oil for the lubrication.
                  Better use sae 140 grade gear oil it is thicker and would last long.
                  Sae 90 is thinner and wouldnt last long !!

                  Also to add after new bikes are assembled at plants the engineers use Sae 140 gear oil for chain and then test it and are transported!!
                  Last edited by kuulbhaskar; 07-21-2018, 01:34 PM.

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                  • #8499
                    Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                    Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post
                    For my GS it is 12-17 mm (1.2-1.7 cm). You can set it yourself by loosening the adjusting nut (near the wheel, on the brake cam lever) 1/2 a turn at a time.
                    Just to add, in the event that shoes are changed make sure to change both shoes and springs and grease the studs before inserting the new shoes.

                    Most people ignore to change the springs which is something I don't understand they cost peanuts in comparison and could leave you stranded when you least expect it.

                    Keep away from sand paper, just blowing the residue(use a face mask!) with a blower would do the job. If you feel that your shoes need to be scrubbed then you're better off replacing them. Reason for recommending against sand paper is due to wearing down the hub/alloy sooner than ideal if not done with caution.
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                    • #8500
                      Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                      Originally posted by cbzee View Post
                      You may perform a cleaning in every 2000 kms. Never use diesel to clean the chain. It may damage the O ring. Only use kerosene and brush.
                      Kerosene and Diesel are very similar to each other. Diesel is perfect fine for chain cleaning. Petrol is harmful, it will cause teh O-rings to expand on prolonged exposure. And 2000 is too long, the recommended range is 500-1000

                      Originally posted by Angurj View Post
                      I read somewhere that chain is recommended to be lubed anywhere between 750kms - 1000kms. But when it should be CLEANED?

                      1) I'm attaching my chain's picture now, can I lube it now or it needs cleaning?
                      2) Is diesel + tooth brush method fine for cleaning?
                      The chain "looks" dry. If it feels dry to the touch then lube it. Problem with Gear oil is that it collects crud much faster than aerosol Lube. You might have to clean it as well. Its better to invest in an aerosol lube can like Motul. The thing about chain maintenance is that you tend to use more of the Cleaner than the Lube.

                      Originally posted by kuulbhaskar View Post
                      Better use sae 140 grade gear oil it is thicker and would last long.
                      Sae 90 is thinner and wouldnt last long !!

                      Also to add after new bikes are assembled at plants the engineers use Sae 140 gear oil for chain and then test it and are transported!!
                      140 is way too thick and wont provide any useful function. Instead it will get more grimy and gritty. Sae 90 is more than enough.

                      Also manufacturers use factory lube which is their special Grease on the chain not gear oil.
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                      • #8501
                        Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                        Originally posted by MotoBlizzard View Post
                        Kerosene and Diesel are very similar to each other. Diesel is perfect fine for chain cleaning. Petrol is harmful, it will cause teh O-rings to expand on prolonged exposure. And 2000 is too long, the recommended range is 500-1000



                        The chain "looks" dry. If it feels dry to the touch then lube it. Problem with Gear oil is that it collects crud much faster than aerosol Lube. You might have to clean it as well. Its better to invest in an aerosol lube can like Motul. The thing about chain maintenance is that you tend to use more of the Cleaner than the Lube.



                        140 is way too thick and wont provide any useful function. Instead it will get more grimy and gritty. Sae 90 is more than enough.

                        Also manufacturers use factory lube which is their special Grease on the chain not gear oil.
                        Did a diesel clean and used Motul C2 as usual. Satisfied.Click image for larger version Name: 20180722_133613.jpg Views: 1 Size: 67.2 KB ID: 1960873Click image for larger version Name: 20180722_133558.jpg Views: 1 Size: 51.5 KB ID: 1960874

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                        • #8502
                          Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                          Originally posted by Angurj View Post
                          Did a diesel clean and used Motul C2 as usual. Satisfied.
                          Thats an A+ job. Monitor the chain everyday as a part of coldstart checkups. Touch the chain and see if its wet or not (not sticky but wet). If its fine then keep continuing with the rides.

                          If you have a 400ml C2 bottle, it should last you anywhere between 5000 to 10000 kms or more depending on chain condition.
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                          • #8503
                            Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                            Originally posted by MotoBlizzard View Post
                            Thats an A+ job. Monitor the chain everyday as a part of coldstart checkups. Touch the chain and see if its wet or not (not sticky but wet). If its fine then keep continuing with the rides.

                            If you have a 400ml C2 bottle, it should last you anywhere between 5000 to 10000 kms or more depending on chain condition.
                            Yess. I have that 400ml can, using it from the beginning. It might still can stand for 2 more sessions and I have clocked 8.6K kms. Thanks...

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                            • #8504
                              Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                              Originally posted by kuulbhaskar View Post
                              You can check my earlier post i have already installed nighteye led 36w 4500 lumens and installed it on my bs4 sf model along with switch to power on/off. Bought it from banggood.
                              So far no issues using it for 2 months !!
                              Hi Kuulbhaskar:

                              Please let me known if you have the ballast installed. I bought nighteye too, but light directly has the plug, can I plug it straight into the connector and no issues at all?

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                              • #8505
                                Re: Suzuki Gixxer 155

                                Originally posted by Angurj View Post
                                Hi Kuulbhaskar:

                                Please let me known if you have the ballast installed. I bought nighteye too, but light directly has the plug, can I plug it straight into the connector and no issues at all?
                                There is no ballast that comes with the nighteye its just play and play. I suppose you mean to say the rubber dust cover that comes with stock headlamp, No i havent installed it .

                                Also if you are installing in BS4 model do install a switch for headlight cause a friend using the same without switch screwed his Nighteye led headlamp

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