Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

[presidency]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Hello Guys,

I purchased the Gixxer SF ABS Carb version last week and honestly it is an awesome bike to ride. I had previously owned a Yamaha R15 v2 which i had bought this year in March but do to the aggressive seating position of the bike i was facing a lot of issues with my lower back and hence with a heavy heart had to sell it off.

I have a small query, the stock mirrors on the SF fairing are giving a lot of troubles while navigating through the dense Bengaluru traffic and hence wanted to swap them for the Naked Gixxer ones. Now my query is whether if we can only attach the Naked Gixxer Mirrors on to the bike or did any of you guys try fitting the mirrors from any other bike like the Duke/Pulsar(not 220)/RTR200? If yes then please tell me if they are a direct fit or if we need to do any mods to get them fixed. Else i am planning on getting the Naked Gixxer handle bar mirrors installed. Just wanted to confirm once if anyone has tried doing this and wanted a second opinion

Thanks in advance

There's an option for attaching naked gixxer mirrors on the handlebar itself. Viewing from the fairing mirrors of sf is a bit difficult, but yo cud opt for the naked gixxer ones.

[MotoBlizzard]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

You can try to install P220 RVMs on the Gixxer SF.

Please dont provide such useless suggestions. Those mirrors make things far more worse instead of improving them. Do you have any idea why the original RVMs are as long as they are? If not then try to understand that first.

I have a small query, the stock mirrors on the SF fairing are giving a lot of troubles while navigating through the dense Bengaluru traffic and hence wanted to swap them for the Naked Gixxer ones.

As for your query, you can remove the Fairing mirrors and install the Handle bar mirrors from the Naked gixxer. Should cost you around 150 INR a piece. Your city maneuvering issue will be instantly solved. Also there is no need to go for any other mirror. Stick with whats designed for the bike and you should be fine.

[vishandy2k]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

You can try to install P220 RVMs on the Gixxer SF.

Video Link - https://youtu.be/PZmWlX6eALE

Bro! Some people don't buy the P220 only because of the mirrors! That bad they are in terms of visibility! Definitely Naked Gixxer's handlebar mirrors, or even some newer bar end mirror designs look like they have good visibility (the one's where the mirror is above the handlebar grip like the Continental GT's, not below)

[Sushil1991]

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[icarious]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

When is it recommended to replace the clutch and throttle cable? I know it depends on riding conditions / riding style and other factors, its just that I don't want to risk them getting snapped in the middle of a long trip. Right now its 7300kms on my odo.

Also, lately I am having incorrect readings with my fuel indicator. It updates very very slowly. So slow that it shows full when the tank if half full, and it shows empty by the time I fill my tank for a few days. What could be done?

[Srvn]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

When is it recommended to replace the clutch and throttle cable? I know it depends on riding conditions / riding style and other factors, its just that I don't want to risk them getting snapped in the middle of a long trip. Right now its 7300kms on my odo.

Also, lately I am having incorrect readings with my fuel indicator. It updates very very slowly. So slow that it shows full when the tank if half full, and it shows empty by the time I fill my tank for a few days. What could be done?

Ideally cables last 2-2.5years or 25k-30k Kms, if you'd like to be on the safer side you could replace them at these intervals.

Cheers

[sandsbhatre]

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hi guys,
the bike is at 470km and after parking it today , the rear tyre area started squeaking near the chain at slow speeds.
1st service will be at 750km , am i supposed to take some care while riding to not make a mess of it, or is normal to ride till 1st service?

[icarious]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Ideally cables last 2-2.5years or 25k-30k Kms, if you'd like to be on the safer side you could replace them at these intervals.

Cheers

Ah thanks. Yes, I like to be on the safer side. Don't want the wires to snap in the middle of a trip. I don't have any knowledge whatsoever how to replace these myself. Ok, so there's time but I will do it around then. I guess I will make it a point to replace them when I replace the tyres.

[Srvn]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Ah thanks. Yes, I like to be on the safer side. Don't want the wires to snap in the middle of a trip. I don't have any knowledge whatsoever how to replace these myself. Ok, so there's time but I will do it around then. I guess I will make it a point to replace them when I replace the tyres.

But, replacing them by yourself is not very tough. You could check in svc's when mechanics work on these tasks on other gixxer's and there is always online videos to help you learn more.

Also, always make it a habit of carrying spare cables and in case of need to change them, you could do it on your own.

Cheers

[icarious]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

But, replacing them by yourself is not very tough. You could check in svc's when mechanics work on these tasks on other gixxer's and there is always online videos to help you learn more.

Cheers

Its not the replacement procedure that scares me away but the 'optimal' tuning. But I have to learn some of those DIY myself eventually. Specially adjusting the chain and all

[sandsbhatre]

Suzuki Guxxer Sf new squeaking

hi guys,
the bike is at 470km and after parking it today , the rear tyre area started squeaking near the chain at slow speeds.

1st service will be at 750km , am i supposed to take some care while riding to not make a mess of it, or is normal to ride till 1st service?

im new to riding and maintenance, hoping for guidance in the right direction to deal with this.

[vishandy2k]

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Posing with the Legend

[aravleg28]

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Hi guys,

Its been 14000 km now on my SF. The bike now rides like a hot knife on butter.

As for the good parts:
1. The gears change has become smooth and i can now launch my bike with ease.
2. The suspensions have toned down and now dampen undulations better.
3. The new engine oil is better, but i still have to give motul another try. (i dont quite remember the name right now. It was something from "I" some Japanese name. Checked the reviews for it before i gave a thumbsup to the SVC.)
4. Havent calculated the actual mileage, but its quite decent for me. I fill her up every 10-11 days given my average daily run of 48-50 km.

As for the Cons:
1. The RVM's have gotten a tad loose and getting them tightened is headache as the SVC guys yet dont have the required pliers.
2. Sometimes when i launch the bike (i.e. with proper clutch ratios and throttle opening rations in mind and not hard upshits and full throttle openings) and the gear shift isnt perfect there are vibrations on the left side of the handle but nothing on the right side which is a bit weird.
3. Headlights need to be upgraded


P.S. If any one can help with how to get the RVM's tightened.

Idimetsu engine oil I believe 🤔🤔

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Idimetsu engine oil I believe 🤔🤔

Idemitshu and Motul are the only recommended oil so it shud be Idemitshu [emoji106]

[aravleg28]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Idemitshu and Motul are the only recommended oil so it shud be Idemitshu [emoji106]

Cool 😎.. What are the standard rating used for Gixxer ??