Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

[Rahul Sibadkar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

these are common issues reported in this thread... hope it gets resolved after 1st service

Also i will be changing the oil by first 400 kms as i read somewhere its good...

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Which oil to put? Also if u change the oil after 400 will u change it again in the first service at 500?


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[sagar.sutar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Which oil to put? Also if u change the oil after 400 will u change it again in the first service at 500?


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Oil description is given in the manual... in case of brand... i am going to use motul...
I will change the oil at 400kms... and then again at first service which is due between 750 to 1000 kms...

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[Rahul Sibadkar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

what Is the ideal speed to ride after the first service?

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[sagar.sutar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

what Is the ideal speed to ride after the first service?

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Anything below 7500 rpm... but remember to vary the speed frequently as the run in period is not over until you clock 1600 kms on odometer...

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[kannanmr16]

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Has anyone changed their headlamp bulbs on their SF. I have got a Philips bluevision H4 and have to get it installed and its no easy since the right side has to be removed.

Any one who has done, pls can u post a video or steps to follow. Any mechanic good at doing this around Chennai.
I didn't go to the SVC because this is a higher powered bulb and they may not help in fixing it.

[sagar.sutar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Has anyone changed their headlamp bulbs on their SF. I have got a Philips bluevision H4 and have to get it installed and its no easy since the right side has to be removed.

Any one who has done, pls can u post a video or steps to follow. Any mechanic good at doing this around Chennai.
I didn't go to the SVC because this is a higher powered bulb and they may not help in fixing it.

remove the fairing and fix it... dont worry... its not that hard... steps are given in the manual of bike..

[ragu1]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Mileage Check for Gixxer SF Black.

Checked over about 20 days.
Drive Type: Mostly city with not many Signals enroute
Method: TankFull to TankFull
KMs run : 459.2 KM
Fuel Burnt : 9.57 L
Mileage Returned: 47.98

[sshinde555]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Mileage Check for Gixxer SF Black.

Checked over about 20 days.
Drive Type: Mostly city with not many Signals enroute
Method: TankFull to TankFull
KMs run : 459.2 KM
Fuel Burnt : 9.57 L
Mileage Returned: 47.98

What max speed you achieve and under what rpm setting did you drive your bike

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[Siddharth Mehra]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I bought gixxer SF in black two days ago and its really awesome . This is the first time in my life I bought a new bike and you can call me noob . however I noticed that at speed after 35-40 the right side handlebar have some vibrations in comparison to left side regardless in what gear and rpm I'm at, On left side I feel nothing . Is this normal ?

2nd is engine really gets hot , I can't even touch it for more than 2 seconds Is this also normal for new bike ? I never ran the bike more than 4.5rpm @ 60-62Kmph

I personally feel that black is more vulnerable to scratches and swirls . A slight swipe by hands are enough to make permanent swirl marks on my SF . I'm thinking to get a Teflon coat after first service but is it worth it

[sagar.sutar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

Its just 500 kms on my Gixxer SF... and engine started to feel rough... i have changed the oil already after 400kms but its still havent made any difference... is anyone facing the same issue...

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[PaddleShifter]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I would like to know the views of you guys regarding the size of this bike. Do you think a 6 feet tall, 85Kg person is not suitable for the Gixxer SF and the bike might look small? I saw a pic of one of the owner in this thread on whom the bike looked too small.

[srt99]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I would like to know the views of you guys regarding the size of this bike. Do you think a 6 feet tall, 85Kg person is not suitable for the Gixxer SF and the bike might look small? I saw a pic of one of the owner in this thread on whom the bike looked too small.

i am 6'1
and i have seen this bike in flesh in my clg.
and it does look a little small for a tall guy.
but when you sit on it, your legs won't feel cramped.

[Pulsar220F]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

I bought gixxer SF in black two days ago and its really awesome . This is the first time in my life I bought a new bike and you can call me noob . however I noticed that at speed after 35-40 the right side handlebar have some vibrations in comparison to left side regardless in what gear and rpm I'm at, On left side I feel nothing . Is this normal ?

2nd is engine really gets hot , I can't even touch it for more than 2 seconds Is this also normal for new bike ? I never ran the bike more than 4.5rpm @ 60-62Kmph

I personally feel that black is more vulnerable to scratches and swirls . A slight swipe by hands are enough to make permanent swirl marks on my SF . I'm thinking to get a Teflon coat after first service but is it worth it

New engines tend to get very hot in the beginning and will be fine after first or second service.
It's not teflon coating, do a wax after buying some quality product yourself. Slowly you will learn how to do it and also will be better than the cheap product used by SVC after paying too much.

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Its just 500 kms on my Gixxer SF... and engine started to feel rough... i have changed the oil already after 400kms but its still havent made any difference... is anyone facing the same issue...

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Have you tried lubing the chain with some good chain lube also? Since you changed the oil, this is another area where we feel roughness in riding.

[sagar.sutar]

Re: Suzuki Gixxer SF : Ownership thread

New engines tend to get very hot in the beginning and will be fine after first or second service.
It's not teflon coating, do a wax after buying some quality product yourself. Slowly you will learn how to do it and also will be better than the cheap product used by SVC after paying too much.

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Have you tried lubing the chain with some good chain lube also? Since you changed the oil, this is another area where we feel roughness in riding.

Yes... I'm going to lube the chain tomorrow... but i didnt understand the last sentence of yours. do you think its mainly bcoz of chain not lubed OR engine oil change?

[Pulsar220F]

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Yes... I'm going to lube the chain tomorrow... but i didnt understand the last sentence of yours. do you think its mainly bcoz of chain not lubed OR engine oil change?

There might be two reasons where we feel the bike is running rough, one engine oil(assuming that you changed it to the correct grade oil and the correct amount) and another chain not lubed or dry. After water wash/rain also sometimes I lube the chain since it may feel rough. When you are lubing, don't just lube it, clean it thoroughly and then lube. You may use diesel to clean the chain if kerosene or chain cleaner is not available readily.