Re: Suzuki GS150R


Yes Rsk, classic GS silencer vibration is mainly from 3.5-4k, it doesn’t bother me actually – but this grinding/vibration at upwards of 4k is different. Will try tightening the crash guard as you said. Also this thing is very inconsistent – sometimes present, sometimes not!



I remember Sparkot saying timely replacement of fluids will prevent sludge formation – important for people like me whose running per week is just 50-60 kilometers.


Fork Oil: Am more concerned about the lack of grease in cone races – handlebar makes a mild groan/creek while turning to the right – so if this has to be regreased, fork can be filled with fresh oil too as we anyway have to remove them.


Brake oil has definitely dropped low – may be due to wear of the pads – we can’t mix DOT3 and DOT4, can we?

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Are you sure it is from ball race?
Can't it be cables/wires rubbing somewhere ?

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One of the outer sheaths of a set of wires 'leaving' the handlebar is slightly torn, could be wires too - will check them. That creek/groan is very clearly coming from the top cone race bearing area, IIRC, Suzuki recommends to replenish steering bearing grease at 10-12k kms.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Hi All,

Hope you are enjoying your ride.

Mine has clocked 13400km ODO in 10 months and its performing well to cope up with daily tours.

Mileage is satisfactory and no major concerns so far.

However riding in night is not so encouraging and I am planning to switch to DC mode.

I able to go through the DC conversion link provided in this forum.

My requirement is steady and Bright illumination of headlamp & need your help in below areas.

1. Do I need to convert into full DC (rewinding stator) or only changing LED bulb will fulfill need?
2. Secondly, what is best HID kit for GS150R?
3. Does battery drain fastly with DC conversion & LED Projector lenses?
4. What are cost involved and which method is more successful?

I know this will break bike warranty with Suzuki as per manual but I am ready to sacrifice it.

Kindly suggest.

Thax

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You can get the HID installed in Nana Peth. Change the pilot lamps to white one from Bajaj (used in some pulsar model-costing 90rs IIRC). The LED pilot lamps don't last long in my experience.

1. You need to connect the headlight directly to battery. No need to do any rewinding etc, and there is no one in Pune that I know who can do such rewinding job reliably.
2. Depends on your luck. Buy a 35W AC 4300k HID Bi-xenon, and don't buy the cheapest one available. Little extra money will get you a lot of good quality. Buy off ebay or aliexpress, as local shops will mostly have bling blue 8000k bulbs.
3. No. I didn't use projector lens, I used HID directly, and the headlight can be lowered a lot so that it doesn't affect the drivers in opposite lane.
4. HID Kit: 1500/2000Rs. Installation 300-400Rs. Peace of mind: Priceless.

I changed my battery after about 4 years of HID use. I made sure NEVER to use starter when the HIDs were on.

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Finally managed to replace faulty speedo meter..they took more than two months to get replacement which is under warranty.

i would lik to know the optimum tire pressure for front and rear wheels..

the ride seems to be softer than before..i keep 35psi in rear 25psi rear..
mostly i ride single

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Although slightly on the higher side, the above figures will do fine for no-pillion usage. You can bump up by 2-3 PSI on both ends purely to try things out.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Check out the user manual, it has all the information in it. Else, there should be a sticker on the swing arm mentioning the optimum tyre pressure.

Sent from a phone that is Smart!!

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Dear All,

After Using Castrol Active (20W40) for last 20000 Kms in my GS150R, I switched to Mobil Extra 4T 10W40 this time.

I did notice a big difference while shifting gears and the sound of the engine was noticeably different.

You may give a try. It is 334 RS in Amazon.in as of today.

Cheers,
Anand

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I've been using mineral oil from ASC for my GS150R since the start and is it worth shifting to fully synthetic?

I could also try 10W40 if it does not have any adverse effects in long run. My GS150R's is moving closer to the due date to change the oil. This time I would do it by myself and not at ASC.

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Hi DaddyBob,

Servicing outside will also terminate your warranty.

It is not required to use a fully Synthetic oil(700+ Rs) for smaller capacity bikes. I do not believe there will be a big difference.

Better try to use a Semi-Synthetic / Mineral oil and change Oil at 2000 Km Interval. Even some members extend the interval till 3000 Kms.

Suzuki Service Center was using Castrol 20W40 Oil during my free service. So I continued with the same during self-service as well. Not sure what they are suggesting now.



As per my understanding, for 10W40

10W is the Viscosity of the oil at cold temperature

40 is the Viscosity of the oil at 100 degree Celsius


10W40 will not harm the engine. It will be suitable during cold-starts (at lower temperature) in the morning compared to the 20W-40.

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Sorry Ashwanth for the late replies. Reading this thread only now.

For Brake Oil: I don't know what grade was used when I purchased the bike. I filled with DOT3 and seems to be problem free. I however check the level of the fluid once in few months.

For Fork Oil: Please go-ahead and change them if you have a chance to remove the forks.

For Grease in Cone Races: I don't know what Cone races are. If you could provide a photo of the part while replacement, it would help most of us during service.

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Sorry Ashwanth for the late replies. Reading this thread only now.

For Brake Oil: I don't know what grade was used when I purchased the bike. I filled with DOT3 and seems to be problem free. I however check the level of the fluid once in few months.

For Fork Oil: Please go-ahead and change them if you have a chance to remove the forks.

For Grease in Cone Races: I don't know what Cone races are. If you could provide a photo of the part while replacement, it would help most of us during service.

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Thank you BlackPanther, I am not concerned about the warranty as the motorcycle is out of warranty any way(early 2011 purchase). One thing I am concerned is about the rusty fuel tank, not rusted to much but it is evident that I may face issues in couple of years.
According to my observation the rust problem was there from the first year but did not get my serious attention until now and when out of warranty. Also I did not know that this issue is there with all GS150R's of that time. It's it possible to get a replacement even when the motorcycle is out of warranty as this is manufacturers manufacturing defects. Some automobile companies replaces faulty parts regardless of warranty of it is manufacturers fault. May be some one can share if they got the parts replaced after warranty.

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Hi DaddyBob,

I am not sure about the replacement. Please check with your Service center. You may also reach Suzuki customer support mentioned in the Website for queries.

Mine is also from 2011 batch (purchased August 2011). Rusting is present a little in the tank mouth. Could not find anything inside.
I use a tank cover which also covers the fuel lid as well. This will prevent water from going in the side of tank lid whenever you wash the bike.

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Not a problem, you replied/shared that is what matters .

Brake Oil: It is kind of hard to read the level, I have to use my phone's torch - here is where a red-colored DOT3 helps. I called the steering race bearing like that - don't know the exact term.

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Hi gmagesh14!

I am posting a pic of the Pulsar UG4 RR. Could you please let me know which two wires go to the +ve and -ve terminal of the batter and which two to the ignition coil. There are four wires: 1. Blue-white 2. Blue-white 3. Black-yellow 4. White.

I will deeply appreciate the help/assistance.