Re: Suzuki GS150R

Sprocket seems to be good for some more thousand kms as the teeth are not yet hook shaped. That alone is not the decisive factor and, so, as an easy way, try to pull of the chain from the rear sprocket and replace if you can see more than half of the sprocket teeth.
Replacing the chain and sprockets at 16,500 kms means the alignment was incorrect or was not sufficiently lubricated or was over tightened. While adjusting the chain slack, remember that over tight chain is dangerous than a little loose one.
Each and every part except the windshield of the first to last lot GSs are interchangeable. Perhaps you will have to change the cowling bracket if planning to replace the headlight cowling.
Spending a large amount of more than Rs. 20,000/- plus labour charges to replace the side panels, mudguard, headlight cowl, cowling bracket, windshield, exhaust cover, fuel tank, forks etc for a mere cosmetic change is not wise; I think.
With a part of that money replacing the chain set, brake pads and shoes, calliper pistons and O rings, calliper mounting bolts and sleeves, air cleaner, brake fluid, fork oil, sparkplug with iridium sparkplug etc. and, if necessary, the piston and cup set in the master cylinder and thus making the bike as reliable as a new one seems to be wiser to me. If there is enough money left, buy suitable and reliable torque wrenches to tighten the bolts at correct torque.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

I opened chain cover today, threads of two of the bolts were worn out due to over tightening. Found a scoop of sludge in lower chain cover, mostly grease and fine sand.

My jammed nuts: alright, have a laugh!


Rear sprocket status:


I see half of the teeth, and will replace chain set after couple of thousand kms. Will refrain from speeding at high rpms till new chain set.

Tightened chain, checked free rotation. Applied EP140 oil and went for a short ride without chain cover. Applied ample amount of Lithium based grease and closed chain cover.

Can't agree more; I persuaded SVC mechs to loosen it a bit whenever I found rear wheel not rotating freely. In my case I suppose it was misalignment and lack of on time lubrication caused chain wear.

I was only looking to replace headlight cowling, windshield & side panels. Will do side panels alone, somewhere below ₹ 1,000/-
Blue body with white wings -> Suzuki.

Points duly noted.

1. Do you have a reliable torque wrench to suggest? a Click-Type?
2. When is Inazuma(GW250) coming out?

It was supposed be to out in market by now. Also, another bike in the league of YZF-R15 & CBR150R. There is indeed Suzuki bike in south-east Asia pertaining to that category. I presume it's production plants in India are a big hindrance.

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I tried up-shifting without disengaging clutch; bump!!! 2 to 3 was rough during first time; got scared. I noticed I've a habit of placing forefinger on front brake lever all the time; thus hampering sudden chopping/release of throttle. After releasing throttle fully I was able to shift gears with ease. To be honest I loved it, I practiced it yesterday & today. Nevertheless I'm doing it consciously at the moment.

About pre-loading shift lever:
I noticed at times gear indicator on console blinking. Perhaps suggesting a stress on transmission. Why pre-load when you can up-shift after timely chopping throttle with ease? Considering the state of Indian roads it'll not be surprising to see an accidental up-shift with open throttle.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Replace the chain and sprockets at the earliest. A well maintained chain lasts for 30,000 – 35,000 kms which means you are spending about 3 paise per km for it. Just Rs. 5 or 6 for one chain cover bolt. The mechanics regularly replace it when they open chain cover.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Thank you xBhp for finally activating my account. Had been waiting for account activation since last 12 days.

Guys i am going to buy this bike(White) coming 13th (auspicious dasara). This is my first bike purchase. I initially was going to buy Discover 125ST but the showroom didn't have one for test ride. So for just timepass as i did not have anyother bike on my mind i went to suzuki. Took test drive for hayate and slingshot+. The showroom guy told me to wait 10 min to TD their GS150R as at that time some other guy had gone for its TD. I had never even heard of this bike nor seen it on roads (may have seen but never noticed). I had time to spare so i waited. When i took the test ride i swear i fell in love with this bike. I have ridden friends pulsar135ls, apache160, bullet350c etc. But i never had this smoothness while riding. But still thought i wouldn't be able to go for 75k budget but as i came home and read reviews from different people it was difficult to convince myself from not buying this bike. I went for another test ride just to experience the smooth and refined feel once again. I feel so blessed for the bajaj guys not having 125st for test ride. Cant wait for 13th oct. Still long 13 days to pass to be part of this proud community.


I have one question though. Currently i have 1992 model Kinetic Honda. The area i live in has many ups and down i.e slopes and climbs. So when going down the slope i turn off the engine to save fuel. If i want to do the same on GS what is the best way to follow?? On the other bikes i mentioned above i have tried pressing the clutch fully but that keeps making some sound in wheels or gears ( i dont know where exactly) while going down slope. I also tried few times to put the bike in neutral but while doing that too i feel while shifting from higher gears to neutral at 30-40 speeds i feel some jerks and uneasy sounds in engine or gears(again i dont know where exactly). So can someone guide me about this please??

Edit:
Just would like to share the quotation i got from Suzuki Ponda Goa
Ex Showroom Price - 66926/-
Road Tax & Registration - 5821/
Insurance - 1817/
Total - 74564/-

Total price includes:
Guard Set
Seat Cover
Number Plate
Numbering
Tank Cover
Hand Grip
Buzzer
Suzuki Jacket

Re: Suzuki GS150R

I can understand disengaging clutch for free rolling down the slopes, but why shift down to neutral while the bike is still doing 30-40 kmph? What will you do when you've to engage clutch again at the end of the slope? shift up again to suitable gear?

If the bike makes sounds when clutch is disengaged then I guess it's most probably improperly maintained chain and wheel bearings.

Hope they are High Security Registration (HSRP) Plates, commonly known as IND plates. I hear Goa has fully complied to IND plates standard.

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Thats what i did a couple of times but now i just keep the clutch pressed in spite of the sound. BTW doing down the slope i used to not switch on engine till the bike refused to go ahead(almost)

Haven't confirmed about this.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Hello All,

I just wanted to share my piece of experience with Suzuki India. I had the problem of bike struggling around 6.5 K RPM and 95 KM/hr was a kind of top speed. I had raised my concern to the service center as the power delivery was not linear. They just adjusted the carburetor air screw and gave the bike back. I escalated the issue with Suzuki Management and I got a call from Suzuki Zonal Service Manager and he told 95 KM/hr is the max top speed. I wrote another stinker email to their top management and finally the Zonal Service Manager agreed to come over to Bangalore and fixed my appointment. He was ready to listen to my whole story and then he agreed to inspect the bike personally. It was inspected and found that air/fuel mixture was not correct, the slackness of chain was incorrect and he managed to do a tuning and fixing the basic stuff. Finally he requested one of the Service Engineer who takes care of Busa to come with me and check the bike during the test drive. He also acknowledged the problem after reaching Suzuki Dealership. Suzuki Zonal Service Manager asked to change the Ignition coil and CDI unit under warranty. When we took for a test drive, the result was amazing. During this weekend I took the bike for 1000+ KMs Ride to my hometown and managed to get 100 KM/Hr Average Speed and Top Speed of 122 KM/Hr. Pretty impressive after the change.

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Does anyone know the dimensions of battery compartment for GS150R & does it vary between yearly versions coming out?

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Wow.. that looks good .. never herad anyone say that before....

and thumbs up on your selection..

well, there is no need of "Does anyone know" here as far as punarvasu is active here with us in this thread he is the expert for any GS related queries..

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Over-politeness! I know I am nothing before your great wealth of knowledge. Now please measure the battery cage of each lot of GS and answer him.
Clutchless up shifting above8000 RPM may be helpful to win against any 100-160 cc bikes if none of it is an Aprilia RS 125.
(Like to have a personal contact with you. Where are you working/living at Bangalore?)

Re: Suzuki GS150R

I noticed on smart registration card that Mfd Date : Oct 2010. Does it mean the engine alone or the date on which complete bike was assembled?

As for the battery compartment size, will measure it myself today if possible.

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Edit:
Bought a 3m Macro-16 measuring tape from a local hardware store for ₹ 60/-

Rough size of the compartment:
Length : 15 cm
Height : 14 cm
Width : 6.5 cm

Battery make : Exide Freedom 12MF7B-B ; suggesting it's Maintenance Free 7Ah battery. It's good enough.

My Access125 on the other hand has a wet battery(Exide 5Ah), popping problems after prolonged parking at my hometown; sometimes more than a month. It's 3y4m old and improperly maintained.

Can someone suggest a reliable/versatile battery charger?

Re: Suzuki GS150R

over-politeness ??.... Really? I think this could be better example "I know I am nothing before your great wealth of knowledge."

will reply in PM ..

Re: Suzuki GS150R


It means that the complete bike was assembled in OCT 2010

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Hi Guys some thing off topic, Just wanted to know if we have any bikers club in Hyderabad, I am itching to go on a tour ever since i bought my GS

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Join XBHP HYD group. check the hyd thread in G2G section for more details.....