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**vishnukmd** · 10-05-2011, 11:05 PM

Originally posted by antonysg View Post

Buddy, i am not here to defame any particular bike. In fact, i am hesitating to buy dazzler due to lack of kicker and low sales too. But gs150r's weight is definitely affecting it, and suzuki are not doing anything about it. The sales figures speak for themselves.

Maybe the extra engine balancer and 6th gear justifies the higher weight, but if they just reduce the weight by 3 to 4 kg and bring it on par with unicorn, this will sway many undecided customers towards gs150. Looking at SZ-R, I dont think such 3 kg weight reduction is too difficult for suzuki to achieve, and possibly they might do it in the upcoming model.

I just put off my purchase of dazzler, as I am interested in that supposedly upgraded gs150r that was to be launched this month, October, as reported in many websites. If that comes through, i too will be getting the gs150r. Now, dont blame me for spreading rumors again about that stale story of that white gs150r.

“I am in the same dilemma. I had booked dazzler because i wasn't convinced about the low-profile Fz tyre, its mileage, and pillion seat.

But then, honda waiting period is really long, they say dazzler production has stopped currently and next batch will only come in 2012. Honda is currently manufacturing Activa and Twister which are its top-selling models. After Activa, twister, shine, stunner, and unicorn, only then they will make dazzler. So, i am kind of wondering whether to buy this low-selling bike or not, and it has no kicker too.

Meanwhile yamaha have given kicker option for Fz, and this is making me consider Fz again.

But i am still worried about the low-profile tyre. I have seen my cousin's neighbor having to change his fz rear tyre after riding on 250 feet of gravel due to road repairs for about 10 days, while my cousin's old victor, a pulsar, and old apache in the same area had no tyre problems despite riding on the same gravel.

I really think yamaha should give a 130/70 tyre option. The 140/60 is overkill for a 150cc and tyre profile is too low for indian roads. They just cant ignore real Indian roads conditions when designing a bike. Is there a 130/70 tyre option available for fz?”

This is a copy paste of your posting in HERE on 23/9/2011. When each of us bought our GS it was having the same weight and we are using it for thousands of kms without any major problems. Maestro, an active member here, has gone more than 1600 kms in 24 hours on this weighty, ugly bike which has an improper power to weight ratio without any difficulties. He is still using the same bike. Same is the case of Mach50 who like to ride at high speeds. Most of us are fully satisfied with our GSs.

As I said earlier, no one including the manufacturer is compelling anyone to buy this weighty bike and I think it is easier to reduce the weight of the rider than asking to reduce the weight of the bike.

Buying the present GS or the modified lighter one is your personal choice and no one has the right to interfere with it.

The first thing I did was removing the kick starter and saree guard of my bike but later refitted the saree guard due to some legal problems but not the kick start lever, even after converting it to full DC.

From the above posting of yours it seems that you are not satisfied with any of the bikes in our market. Buying a GS then may be equal to buying more problems and paying the hardly earned money for it.

**vishnukmd** · 10-05-2011, 11:08 PM

Originally posted by thefalcon View Post

Hey, i dont think the success of any bike in 'Indian market' is determined by the weight, or power to weight ratio.
Its only us people at xBhp who break our heads seeing all these specs of every bike and finding minor faults here and there.

In fact, i'm pretty sure half the pulsar owners bought the bike after seeing some awesome ad on tv or because they saw many pulsars on the road and thought it was the best bike out there and wouldnt even know how much the bike weighs.

The only reason why suzuki has less sales is that they have very few showrooms/ service centers in comparison to bajaj or tvs, and they hardly advertise too.

P.S The weight of the bike is hardly noticeable while riding, and the bike is 2.5 times my weight, so its hardly a downside to the bike.

**vishnukmd** · 10-05-2011, 11:18 PM

Originally posted by newfan View Post

I was told that there a mechanism in the left had side near to gear box which dangles and makes noise similar to tappet noise, Same which gives a " Tak " noise when the engine is switched off.

Surely i will be going this week, But i need to leave the bike whole day for it to be opened and adjusted.

Consult the engineer at the SC and ask him to test ride your bike and try to believe what he says.

**vishnukmd** · 10-05-2011, 11:35 PM

Dc conversion -

The DC conversion is going fine.

**bharathh21** · 10-06-2011, 12:45 AM

Engine Feels Rough and sound is coming from chain gaurd

My gs150r is just one month old and i did my first servicing at 520km , i feel the engine is so rough and lacks the smooth acceleration also the initial pickup seems to be reduced i have not yet calculated the mileage,what might be the problem please help guys

i can very well feel the roughness of engine while riding

**vishnukmd** · 10-06-2011, 01:29 AM

Originally posted by bharathh21 View Post

My gs150r is just one month old and i did my first servicing at 520km , i feel the engine is so rough and lacks the smooth acceleration also the initial pickup seems to be reduced i have not yet calculated the mileage,what might be the problem please help guys i can very well feel the roughness of engine while riding

The chain is loose and is hitting the chain cover. Get it tightened by a mechanic at the service center.

Never go to any local mechanic for any repairing works unless you are sure that he is an expert.

**WayofLife** · 10-06-2011, 02:53 AM

Originally posted by vishnukmd View Post

The DC conversion is going fine.

back after a while! Nice images there. vishnuji, if I remember correctly you had already posted the pics correct? Or was it only with the night breaker? Did you check the battery drain rate over time? I guess it must be six odd months since you converted to full dc correct? Can you, if possible put a voltage drain vs time comparison?Thanks in advance.

Regarding the roughness in the bike, I notice that it is not because of the bike or the engine, but mainly due to the riding style!!
So, my suggestion would be to take it easy and remember for those who are upgrading from a lower CC bike, this is a monster(for that matter all higher cc bikes are!) so dont expect it to remain under your control all the time. Rather learn to control it.

How do I know? I was riding a 125cc earlier, and now since a year and half am married to GS, actually otherthan the sheer power and torque, I feel this is smoother than any 125/lower cc bikes.

**mazaid53** · 10-06-2011, 03:38 AM

GS.....

Guys, whoever saying that weight, power, top speed etc. are considered by an average Indian biker looking for a 150cc bike...pls go to a dealership and just observe what people think while buying a bike.

For an average Indian consumer it's not internet reviews that matter, rather it's mouth publicity, looks, mileage, chick factor and many other things of a bike matter. moreover if a well known mechanic recommends a certain bike, then that bike sells better than competition.

In case of GS, I hear complements of people most of the time regarding looks and refinement and i have observed people complaining about its high seat compared to competition but i seldom hear anyone complaining about it's weight.
Those who are complaining about GS's weight try riding a pulsar and a GS back to back. the weight feels same for both bikes. IMO It's more to do with the riding position than the weight itself.

**mysti** · 10-06-2011, 03:39 AM

Finally, the day has arrived...

Today Ill be getting my First Self-Owned Bike...

Thanks to all xbhp guys... helped a lot to make-up my mind to buy this machine.

Ill keep you posted with pics n details...

**vishnukmd** · 10-06-2011, 09:03 AM

To All.

Saraswati Namastubhyam, Varade Kamarupini,
Vidyarambham Karishyami, Siddhirbhavatu Me Sada.

TODAY IS VIJAYADASHAMI. BEST WISHES TO ALL.

**vishnukmd** · 10-06-2011, 09:08 AM

Originally posted by WayofLife View Post

back after a while! Nice images there. vishnuji, if I remember correctly you had already posted the pics correct? Or was it only with the night breaker? Did you check the battery drain rate over time? I guess it must be six odd months since you converted to full dc correct? Can you, if possible put a voltage drain vs time comparison?Thanks in advance.

Too busy for a few hours. Really sorry. I shall post it in the afternoon.

**mysti** · 10-06-2011, 03:49 PM

Atlast, I am GSian..........muaaaahhhhhhhhhaaaaaaa

**antonysg** · 10-06-2011, 04:52 PM

Originally posted by vishnukmd View Post

From the above posting of yours it seems that you are not satisfied with any of the bikes in our market. Buying a GS then may be equal to buying more problems and paying the hardly earned money for it. [/FONT][/COLOR]

**animeher** · 10-06-2011, 06:16 PM

Hey antonysg, you might want to see the new CBZ too. I didn'e like it in its previous Goitre avatar, but the new one with digital LCD looks cool. Don't go for FZ/Fazer unless you are in college. GS150 is more of a mature man's ride, so choose accordingly.

**shaswata28** · 10-06-2011, 06:37 PM

finally joined your blog

Hi all GSpians
After a long dilema between GS150R & Xtreme & finally went ahead with GS on 01st Oct 2011.
Thanks to the reviews. Being from Kolkata, there's no Service Centre or Dealer of suzuki m/cycle here. Was confused in the begining & finaly listened to my heart.
I managed to find a m/cycle showroom in Baghajatin who got me the bike from Suzuki's showroom at Tamluk. Ordered for it on Sep. 30th & finally the sexy beast was mine on 1st of Oct.

Here I must thank an old member of this blog, for sharing his interest & paying me a visit (right at the showroom) to check my new bike. He is none other than MACH50.
I also managed to get a small ride of his much renowned 17bhp GS with Supercharger. Nice mods by MACH50.
Dear MACH50, request to share the snap of our 2 bikes that you had taken.

Anyways, awaiting registration to be done to take her on a long ride.
pics of my new bike attached.

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