Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

[THANIGAIMADHAVAN]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

same here,
also how many bars should idle rpm be?

My SVC told me that idle rpm is 1500, anything above (in the morning) is not normal....

[docprashant]

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Hey guys, I decided to buy a replacement for my rear disc pad today.
The service centre charged rs1950 (1404+546gst) for it. I have the printed receipt.
I feel like I was grossly overcharged. On most bikes, I used to get disc pads for 400-700 rs (even on my fz) from authorised service centres.

Can somebody confirm whether I was fleeced or not?

[MotoBlizzard]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Hey guys, I decided to buy a replacement for my rear disc pad today.
The service centre charged rs1950 (1404+546gst) for it. I have the printed receipt.
I feel like I was grossly overcharged. On most bikes, I used to get disc pads for 400-700 rs (even on my fz) from authorised service centres.

Can somebody confirm whether I was fleeced or not?

The MRP is clearly mentioned on the docket. How does that raise a question of you getting fleeced? If you did not like it, you could have gone with cheaper aftermarket pads if they were available somewhere.

[docprashant]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

The MRP is clearly mentioned on the docket. How does that raise a question of you getting fleeced? If you did not like it, you could have gone with cheaper aftermarket pads if they were available somewhere.

That's the point. .. aftermarket ones are around 250 bucks. . Similar pads on similar bikes are selling for less than half of what i paid.
Someone on this thread mentioned the pads cost him 350 at the authorised service centre... very confusing

[icarious]

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That's the point. .. aftermarket ones are around 250 bucks. . Similar pads on similar bikes are seeking for less than half of what i paid.
Someone on this thread mentioned the pads costed him 350 at the authorised service centre... very confusing

I was clearly told by the SVC that the "Rear" pads cost a hell lot more than front ones. Its the "front" ones that cost around 300-350.

[docprashant]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I was clearly told by the SVC that the "Rear" pads cost a hell lot more than front ones. Its the "front" ones that cost around 300-350.

Thanks. This helps.
The rear brake is practically useless on this bike.
I guess I have to take a deep breath and move on.

Indulge me a bit, if you will- can I use this pad at the front disc?

[MotoBlizzard]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

That's the point. .. aftermarket ones are around 250 bucks. . Similar pads on similar bikes are seeking for less than half of what i paid.
Someone on this thread mentioned the pads costed him 350 at the authorised service centre... very confusing

Ok so you did not mention those are REAR pads. I contacted my dealer ship and heres the pricing:

Front pad set: ~350
Rear pad set: ~1100

These are the post-GST pricing.

So yes its safe to say you got Fleeced by your dealership if you bought the Rear brake pads recently. The 1950 is actually the Old Price.

Also try not buying old stock. Look at the Manufacture and packing date on the Docket.

Return the pads if you havent installed them or if installed already, complain to the Manager or Service Floor Admin.

The rear brake is practically useless on this bike.
Indulge me a bit, if you will- can I use this pad at the front disc?

See, this is what I dont like. What makes you say that the rear brake is "practically useless" on this bike?

If you could use the rear brake pads on the front, why would the packaging and the pricing be different for both?

[docprashant]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Ok so you did not mention those are REAR pads. I contacted my dealer ship and heres the pricing:

Front pad set: ~350
Rear pad set: ~1100

These are the post-GST pricing.

So yes its safe to say you got Fleeced by your dealership if you bought the Rear brake pads recently. The 1950 is actually the Old Price.

Also try not buying old stock. Look at the Manufacture and packing date on the Docket.

Return the pads if you havent installed them or if installed already, complain to the Manager or Service Floor Admin.



See, this is what I dont like. What makes you say that the rear brake is "practically useless" on this bike?

If you could use the rear brake pads on the front, why would the packaging and the pricing be different for both?

It is useless for my needs. I don't need it while cornering. During emergency braking, I tend to use both brakes - that has been on 3 occasions in last 1 year. But despite the lightest of pressure on the rear brake, the rear wheel skidded on all 3 occasions (released immediately, didn't fall). It doesn't inspire confidence at all.

Even for use in low speed traffic, the front brake offers much more control.


Sorry about the rant- I can actually think of two uses now. Going uphill, and braking with a pillion on board.

[MotoBlizzard]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I don't need it while cornering. During emergency braking, I tend to use both brakes - that has been on 3 occasions in last 1 year. But despite the lightest of pressure on the rear brake, the rear wheel skidded on all 3 occasions (released immediately, didn't fall). It doesn't inspire confidence at all.

Even for use in low speed traffic, the front brake offers much more control.

You are not supposed to brake in the corners (while leaning) anyways.
"Despite the lightest pressure" <> That a bit of an exaggeration. If it IS getting locked up then you need to get teh rearbrakes adjusted and then practice pedal actuation to gauge at what point exactly the wheel locks up.
In low speed traffic if you are using front brakes for maintaining balance and slow speed control, then well god bless you and your bike.

Anyways ride safe, stay safe.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Hey guys, I decided to buy a replacement for my rear disc pad today.
The service centre charged rs1950 (1404+546gst) for it. I have the printed receipt.
I feel like I was grossly overcharged. On most bikes, I used to get disc pads for 400-700 rs (even on my fz) from authorised service centres.

Can somebody confirm whether I was fleeced or not?

Thanks. This helps.
The rear brake is practically useless on this bike.
I guess I have to take a deep breath and move on.

Indulge me a bit, if you will- can I use this pad at the front disc?

Just would like to add a bit here. The rear caliper that is used on all the disc variants of this motorcycle is made by NISSIN. Nissin pads are always expensive and are quality stuff. Those BYBRE at the front are considerably low because they come at a price point. Though NISSIN does have a manufacturing plant here in India, the high end parts are imported as usual. Rear brake is kept low for a purpose, usually, most of the braking to stop a vehicle effectively is done by the front. Secondly, rear being the lightest part of the bike during braking, the rear can lock causing fishtaling or lowside at the wrong circumstances and can upset the geometry of the bike during HARD braking. There's more to it, but I will stop it at that, just so you get an idea.

Cheers!
VJ

[docprashant]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

You are not supposed to brake in the corners (while leaning) anyways.
"Despite the lightest pressure" <> That a bit of an exaggeration. If it IS getting locked up then you need to get teh rearbrakes adjusted and then practice pedal actuation to gauge at what point exactly the wheel locks up.
In low speed traffic if you are using front brakes for maintaining balance and slow speed control, then well god bless you and your bike.

Anyways ride safe, stay safe.

Will get it adjusted maybe. ..
I'm used to using the front brake for most things- I have had front discs on all my bikes since I started riding a shaolin (aftermarket disc) in 2008. But the rear ones(drum) have been surprisingly effective on my fz, cbz, shaolin.

[docprashant]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Just would like to add a bit here. The rear caliper that is used on all the disc variants of this motorcycle is made by NISSIN. Nissin pads are always expensive and are quality stuff. Those BYBRE at the front are considerably low because they come at a price point. Though NISSIN does have a manufacturing plant here in India, the high end parts are imported as usual. Rear brake is kept low for a purpose, usually, most of the braking to stop a vehicle effectively is done by the front. Secondly, rear being the lightest part of the bike during braking, the rear can lock causing fishtaling or lowside at the wrong circumstances and can upset the geometry of the bike during HARD braking. There's more to it, but I will stop it at that, just so you get an idea.

Cheers!
VJ

I don't mind paying if it's good stuff. .

Yeah, I have had scary experiences with fishtailing in all of my emergency braking episodes (3) on this bike. Each time while riding solo.
The rear disc is an awesome force multiplier when riding with a pillion.

[ashwanth.r]

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Will get it adjusted maybe. ..

Disc brake can't be adjusted. Don't tell anything to the SVC unless you have a problem like brake not releasing/dragging (relief hole blocked) or any abnormal noise except light squeaking. Just bleed the brakes to renew the brake fluid every 2 years or earlier and change the pads as and when necessary.

[MotoBlizzard]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Just bleed the brakes to renew the brake fluid every 2 years or earlier and change the pads as and when necessary.

Bleeding the brake line and repositioning the brake pedal = Adjusting

[vishandy2k]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Recent ride to Mysore. Plus roaming around in city and visit to Blue Lagoon. Around 400 kms for 670 bucks petrol. Still not hit reserve. Mileage 44 and counting. Flawless performance on highway, took the off-road bit to Blue Lagoon very well. Extremely happy.





Also installed a temporary irrigation system