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**r0rshack** · 07-25-2018, 09:55 PM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by kksin123 View Post

Guys need your inputs for the above query

Err.. unfortunately i seem to face that noise as well. Happens only in 6th Gear.. sort of a like a low speed rotating belt beating against something. 67K kms here, no resolutions

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Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Hello R0rshack, guys,

I meant to enquire about this before, as I am planning to change to a LED headlamp bulb very soon (without going FULL DC); the PDF from the forum instructs to:

1. Take the +ve terminal from the battery and connect it to YELLOW wire in the connector of stock RR.
2. Connect this yellow wire to ORANGE from our bike (HORN).
3. Just join a wire with horn's ORANGE and connect it to YELLOW wire in this connector.

But the socket of indicator is mentioned in your procedure (above). So, indicator socket or horn?

Could you please give more precise instructions regarding COLORS and HOW TO CONNECT everything?

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Gilbert

Gil! it will work both ways - connect to the indicator socket or horn, both will work as they are connected directly to the battery. For me, i have the yellow wire connecting the stock RR is connected to the battery line ( at the indicator socket). Now one terminal of the stock rr (the erstwile yellow terminal) is dummy. No other changes.

I'm not using this setup anymore now, and have reverted back to stock setup due to my usage pattern.

**Swami OH Gere** · 09-07-2018, 11:31 PM

Re: Suzuki GS150R - Sluggish top end

I had posted earlier about a sluggish and unpredictable performance at higher rpms. Sometimes, the engine used to continue making power past 6k rpm and other times it'll simply chug along and refuse to cross 6k rpm even at full throttle. Turned out to be a defective diaphragm in the carburetor which was throwing a tantrum and not opening the main jets when I needed it.

Well, I changed the whole carburetor unit because they could not replace just the diaphragm spare. And now, the bike is back to its usual performance and that sweet smooth highway cruising mode.

. All in all, a very happy ownership for the past 6 years. Hope to keep it revving for many more years.

**gs150r_gilbert** · 09-10-2018, 02:50 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R - Sluggish top end

Originally posted by Swami OH Gere View Post

I had posted earlier about a sluggish and unpredictable performance at higher rpms. Sometimes, the engine used to continue making power past 6k rpm and other times it'll simply chug along and refuse to cross 6k rpm even at full throttle. Turned out to be a defective diaphragm in the carburetor which was throwing a tantrum and not opening the main jets when I needed it.

Well, I changed the whole carburetor unit because they could not replace just the diaphragm spare. And now, the bike is back to its usual performance and that sweet smooth highway cruising mode.

. All in all, a very happy ownership for the past 6 years. Hope to keep it revving for many more years.

Congratulations! Yes, a sweet driving GS is such a pleasure that most motorcyclists will never enjoy/appreciate. Sorry to hear you were no able to replace just the part you needed, but at the same time getting a complete part does have advantages.

I have noticed a trend in this forum (once again), like a lack of interest in any updates regarding GS150r, so I will write an update about saying good-bye to my beloved black GS... and an interesting twist connected to the loss.

The 'zuma name is involved... just priming the pump.

Talk to you later.

Gilbert

**Swami OH Gere** · 09-10-2018, 10:00 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R - Sluggish top end

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Congratulations! Yes, a sweet driving GS is such a pleasure that most motorcyclists will never enjoy/appreciate. Sorry to hear you were no able to replace just the part you needed, but at the same time getting a complete part does have advantages.

I have noticed a trend in this forum (once again), like a lack of interest in any updates regarding GS150r, so I will write an update about saying good-bye to my beloved black GS... and an interesting twist connected to the loss.

The 'zuma name is involved... just priming the pump.

Talk to you later.

Gilbert

Thanks, Gilbert. The GS150R forum might have fewer posts these days but I hope the long term owners stick around for when their counsel is needed the most

. It was on this forum where I learnt to do the "Full DC conversion" on my GS150R, thanks to [MENTION=43996]gmagesh14[/MENTION]. The rewound stator coil and full DC wiring are 4 years old and are pumping out the 55 watts without a hitch. Now that I'm back to using the GS daily, I plan to upgrade the halogen headlight to LED projectors.

GS and Zuma.... great to see you moving up the horsepower range. Do keep us posted

**gs150r_gilbert** · 09-11-2018, 10:26 AM

Re: Good-bye to GS, New Bike!

Thank you guys for keeping this great forum alive, even though posts are now more scarce than before. I sometimes go back to older posts and keep finding valuable information, and that is something awesome about xbhp and the very friendly members here.

So, my black GS is gone! I sold it to a Suzuki enthusiast from Mexico City who preferred it even over a used 2008 Ninja 250 (saving a few hundred USD in the process). I believe he made the right decision, as the guy is in his thirties and not willing to pay a lot for ownership. He was happy with the purchase.

I felt a bit sad to let my GS go, but I was already motivated to move on, because I knew another Suzuki was waiting for me in a garage somewhere.

But before going there, a few comments about GS that you may find familiar, or possibly not so much.

* At 34,500 Kms my GS had received the following parts: rear tyre, front brake pads, a few oil filters, 2 iridium spark plugs, a number of light bulbs, even a 6000K H4 LED, 2 pairs of carb jets (for upjetting) and... basically nothing else that I can remember. Really cheap bike to maintain and run.

* My bike was due to get, within 1000 kms or so: rear brake shoe pads and front tyre. My plan was to extract some 5,000 more kms out of the chain-sprocket set. Never got to see it happen.

* Right after 25,000 Kms on the odo, my GS was able to keep up with everything 150cc, and a few 250s ridden not so hard, but with absolute smoothness. Getting to 9000 rpms on 6th gear was not a problem anymore. Just beautiful.

I lost about 20% of the purchase price when I sold it, as I did not buy it brand new in 2015, but I had a lot of fun with it. As I mentioned before, this kind of bike will pay itself off just by NOT using your car often, and being able to get from point A to point B to ensure you are on time for appointments and meeting with new clients (particularly if you work by the hour like me!)

I mean, nothing compares to a cheap -yet high quality- bike that will not cost you an eye every time you have to pay for servicing, or when you look at your yearly expenses on gasoline. GS showed me how great a 150cc bike can be when engineering meets good sense of style and practicality. Yet with a few flaws, as we all know, but those can be fixed, and I DID FIX every important problem my black GS had.

Now, as to the new bike! No, I did not buy the Inazuma I wanted, basically because I was not able to justify the investment. The bike is no longer imported to my country, and parts + servicing, additionally, would be just too expensive compared to GS for me. Hopefully that is different in India or other countries. Other 250s are also expensive, with the exception of all those depressing Chinese 250s, with all due respect to their owners.

I finally found the right motorcycle for my ACTUAL needs. Here it is:

Someone in Mexico City was keeping this motorcycle in a storehouse, with about 3000 Kms on it and a dead battery. Basically a brand new GS150r which reminded me of my black GS when I bought it 3 years ago. I checked all the mechanical stuff and papers, and after riding it, I decided to buy the candy red GS. Not a 'Zuma, but a neat GS to continue the awesome experience with the bike.

I have a few plans for my bike, but modifying it is not really one of them, as the motorcycle came with 2 surprises: the right CPR7HSA spark plug, and a BETTER headlight projector than my previous GS. I do not know how this happened with the same model from the same country (both made in India), but it did! I just got rid of the elbow on the air filter and that released power between 6,000 and 8,000 rpms.

But I am planning on changing the pilot lights to DC and installing some high output T10s in there. I don't know about the headlamp, it is good enough for me right now.

The new GS felt a bit "hard" everywhere, as the previous owner would barely ride it (I made sure the engine did not suffer from this!) Anyway, my mechanic put a gel battery on it, changed the oil and oil filter (some visible metal shavings were found), and after buying gasoline for my new GS, I was ready to go.

GS at home:

My father kind of hated me for letting my black GS go, but loved the new red one when I was done with all the deep washing and the waxing (the previous owner would only wipe the bike every now and then). This red one looks gorgeous with only little attention, much better in person, really.

Thank you guys for reading, and I hope we will all keep this forum alive!

Gil

BTW, do you guys know where and how I can get the CPR7HSA replacement for later this year?

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**sarvodaya** · 09-12-2018, 01:04 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Such a Nice Bike. Had one for 1,30,000 KMS. Best Reliable bike I had owned. Killed by stupid suzuki.

Here is my GS story https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...57-months.html

**Kamlesh Kumar** · 09-12-2018, 11:55 AM

Re: Good-bye to GS, New Bike!

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Thank you guys for keeping this great forum alive, even though posts are now more scarce than before. I sometimes go back to older posts and keep finding valuable information, and that is something awesome about xbhp and the very friendly members here.

So, my black GS is gone! I sold it to a Suzuki enthusiast from Mexico City who preferred it even over a used 2008 Ninja 250 (saving a few hundred USD in the process). I believe he made the right decision, as the guy is in his thirties and not willing to pay a lot for ownership. He was happy with the purchase.

I felt a bit sad to let my GS go, but I was already motivated to move on, because I knew another Suzuki was waiting for me in a garage somewhere.

But before going there, a few comments about GS that you may find familiar, or possibly not so much.

* At 34,500 Kms my GS had received the following parts: rear tyre, front brake pads, a few oil filters, 2 iridium spark plugs, a number of light bulbs, even a 6000K H4 LED, 2 pairs of carb jets (for upjetting) and... basically nothing else that I can remember. Really cheap bike to maintain and run.

* My bike was due to get, within 1000 kms or so: rear brake shoe pads and front tyre. My plan was to extract some 5,000 more kms out of the chain-sprocket set. Never got to see it happen.

* Right after 25,000 Kms on the odo, my GS was able to keep up with everything 150cc, and a few 250s ridden not so hard, but with absolute smoothness. Getting to 9000 rpms on 6th gear was not a problem anymore. Just beautiful.

I lost about 20% of the purchase price when I sold it, as I did not buy it brand new in 2015, but I had a lot of fun with it. As I mentioned before, this kind of bike will pay itself off just by NOT using your car often, and being able to get from point A to point B to ensure you are on time for appointments and meeting with new clients (particularly if you work by the hour like me!)

I mean, nothing compares to a cheap -yet high quality- bike that will not cost you an eye every time you have to pay for servicing, or when you look at your yearly expenses on gasoline. GS showed me how great a 150cc bike can be when engineering meets good sense of style and practicality. Yet with a few flaws, as we all know, but those can be fixed, and I DID FIX every important problem my black GS had.

[ATTACH]243636[/ATTACH]

Now, as to the new bike! No, I did not buy the Inazuma I wanted, basically because I was not able to justify the investment. The bike is no longer imported to my country, and parts + servicing, additionally, would be just too expensive compared to GS for me. Hopefully that is different in India or other countries. Other 250s are also expensive, with the exception of all those depressing Chinese 250s, with all due respect to their owners.

I finally found the right motorcycle for my ACTUAL needs. Here it is:

[ATTACH]243638[/ATTACH]
[ATTACH]243639[/ATTACH]

Someone in Mexico City was keeping this motorcycle in a storehouse, with about 3000 Kms on it and a dead battery. Basically a brand new GS150r which reminded me of my black GS when I bought it 3 years ago. I checked all the mechanical stuff and papers, and after riding it, I decided to buy the candy red GS. Not a 'Zuma, but a neat GS to continue the awesome experience with the bike.

I have a few plans for my bike, but modifying it is not really one of them, as the motorcycle came with 2 surprises: the right CPR7HSA spark plug, and a BETTER headlight projector than my previous GS. I do not know how this happened with the same model from the same country (both made in India), but it did! I just got rid of the elbow on the air filter and that released power between 6,000 and 8,000 rpms.

But I am planning on changing the pilot lights to DC and installing some high output T10s in there. I don't know about the headlamp, it is good enough for me right now.

The new GS felt a bit "hard" everywhere, as the previous owner would barely ride it (I made sure the engine did not suffer from this!) Anyway, my mechanic put a gel battery on it, changed the oil and oil filter (some visible metal shavings were found), and after buying gasoline for my new GS, I was ready to go.

GS at home:

[ATTACH]243640[/ATTACH]

My father kind of hated me for letting my black GS go, but loved the new red one when I was done with all the deep washing and the waxing (the previous owner would only wipe the bike every now and then). This red one looks gorgeous with only little attention, much better in person, really.

Thank you guys for reading, and I hope we will all keep this forum alive!

Gil

BTW, do you guys know where and how I can get the CPR7HSA replacement for later this year?

Great choice Gil,

Happy to see your new GS 150R in replacement of old one. I am about to finish 56K ODO in my GS and plan to continue with the same. I hope GS fan like us can keep this forum and machine alive forever

Happy Crusing!!

-KK

**gs150r_gilbert** · 09-14-2018, 09:16 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by sarvodaya View Post

Such a Nice Bike. Had one for 1,30,000 KMS. Best Reliable bike I had owned. Killed by stupid suzuki.

Here is my GS story https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...57-months.html

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil

**ashwanth.r** · 09-14-2018, 02:01 PM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

Hi Gil, tell your friend it can go more. A GS with 2 lac kms on the odo: https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...ml#post1303580

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil

The GS150R era is, unfortunately over. I don't think there will be another ZMA from Honda, GS from Suzuki, or an Apache 150/Fiero from TVS (Suzuki). My friend's UG2 Bajaj Pulsar 150 did a good 1.3 lacs before the engine required a mild overhaul (new cylinder-piston kit and new clutch plates) - he even left the valves untouched. Sad, but this is what the most of the Indian market wants now - use&throw motorcycles with lots of bells and whistles.

**Swami OH Gere** · 09-14-2018, 08:29 PM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil

Nice! You bought an almost new GS150R when there is supposed to be none

. Good to see that you got a high resale value on the old bike as well. Keep the updates coming.

**gs150r_gilbert** · 09-14-2018, 11:55 PM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by Swami OH Gere View Post

Nice! You bought an almost new GS150R when there is supposed to be none

. Good to see that you got a high resale value on the old bike as well. Keep the updates coming.

Hello Swami,
Thanks a lot for your comment my friend, I know what you mean. It is really good to be able to grab such a great bike basically new; sad to see how little attention this GS got from its previous owner, though: just 2 guarantee services from Suzuki (most probably without oil filter change, just the oil) and that was it.
Something interesting the previous owner did mention was, there are still a few GSs being imported to Colombia, with a few minor design changes, and upon request, you can get one imported to Mexico, for some extra money of course. But those are Indian motorcycles coming to America in very small numbers. If they bring back GS150r in the form of "the revolutionary new GS150r" in Pakistan or elsewhere, chances to get a new GS150r will increase. I was told by the dealer in Lomas Verdes, near Mexico City, that Suzuki will offer parts for GS for as long as needed, but only when previously ordered. Waiting for parts here is usually 10 days, so it's not like GS was completely killed. Let's see how things go.
Talk to you later guys, and thanks again for your kind comments.....
Gil

**Murtaza** · 09-15-2018, 09:16 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

55555 and still going strong

**gs150r_gilbert** · 09-16-2018, 08:37 AM

Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post

Hi Gil, tell your friend it can go more. A GS with 2 lac kms on the odo: https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...ml#post1303580

The GS150R era is, unfortunately over. I don't think there will be another ZMA from Honda, GS from Suzuki, or an Apache 150/Fiero from TVS (Suzuki). My friend's UG2 Bajaj Pulsar 150 did a good 1.3 lacs before the engine required a mild overhaul (new cylinder-piston kit and new clutch plates) - he even left the valves untouched. Sad, but this is what the most of the Indian market wants now - use&throw motorcycles with lots of bells and whistles.

Wow, that 200,000-Km GS is just AWESOME, Ashwanth.r! And I agree with you that we definitely need more motorcycles like GS, Indian ZMA, and the other ones! real, solid machines can pass the test of time. No more use & throw, please!

**gs150r_gilbert** · 11-15-2018, 12:32 AM

Re: Candy Red GS150R Update - GS Replacement... Finally?

Hello fellow GSpians, how are you?

Here's a dual post/reply regarding my red GS and... what could be the replacement for our bike (your thoughts needed!) But that would be the second part of the post.

GS has been performing very well. At almost 4,000 Kms on the odo, the "roughness" of the engine is almost gone. Roshfrans' Motonic (synblend) is working all right with the exception of those cold days where the oil seems to remain "cold" for a few kms. Repsol semi was better in that regard, but it was a thinner oil that, according to a mechanic, would not protect the same as a thicker 10w 40. Once warmed up, the red Suzuki runs like a champ with the Motonic.

Top speed so far (around 3,500 Kms on odo) has been 122 Km/Hr. My plan is to change the rear tyre to Pirelli's City Demon 3.50, which I had on my previous (black) GS. I noticed this particular rear tyre looks and DEFINITELY is wider than other 3.50s, basically matching a 110/80, which is great for the VFM of this Pirelli tyre. As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, tendency to lock under hard braking is much less with the rubber 3.50 from Pirelli compared to factory MRF.

Anyway, I am really pleased with the purchase, particularly since other similar motorcycles (or bikes in the same segment) such as Unicorn 160 and Gixxer 155 are selling for 1800-2100 USD brand new in Mexico. Other Latin Americans country see prices even higher than that. I paid only 1100 USD for my registered, 3K Km on odo red GS. Below is a picture of my GS outside a client's home in Valle Dorado Mexico.

Now as for the other bike I mentioned before, I am pretty sure you have seen it before! But here it is:

What do you guys think? Finally a replacement for GS? A bike for India and Latin America in 2019? More seasoned GSpians should be able to see the technical differences! But, is it a looker?

Talk to you later!

SpecificationsSee full specifications

Displacement	147.3 cc
Maximum Power	18.9 HP @ 10,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	1
Seat Height	790 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm
Kerb/Wet Weight	Approx 145 kg
Top Speed	Approx 125 kmph

QUICK FACTS & SUMMARY
Bike Variant	Suzuki Bandit 150
Current Status	Upcoming
Body Type	Commuter
Fuel Type	Petrol
Mileage	45-55 kmpl (Approx.)
Price in India	Bandit 150 is expected to be priced around INR 90,000 in India (ex-showroom).
Shades	Metallic Matte Titanium Silver, Stronger Red / Titanium Black, Brilliant White / Aura Yellow, Titanium Black
Vehicle Overview	Suzuki Bandit 150 is the youngest motorcycle to carry the Bandit nameplate internationally. The motorcycle is powered by a 147.3cc, single cylinder engine, producing 18.9 HP and 14 Nm. It is the same engine that Suzuki offers on GSX-R150 and GSX-S150. The motorcycle comes with commuter specific components and slightly enhanced design lines. Still, the power value is comparable to India spec Yamaha R15.
MAXABOUT RATING & VERDICT
Design
Performance
Comfort
Fuel Economy
Features
Build Quality
Standout Features	LED Lights, Dual Disc Brakes, Sporty Design
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Description	Water-Cooled, Four-Stroke
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Cooling	Water-Cooled
Displacement	147.3 cc
Maximum Power	18.9 HP @ 10,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	1
Bore	62 mm
Stroke	48.8 mm
Valve System	DOHC
GEARBOX & CLUTCH
Gearbox Type	6-Speed Manual
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Overall Length	2000 mm
Overall Width	745 mm
Overall Height	1035 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm
Seat Height	790 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm
Dry Weight	135 kg
Kerb/Wet Weight	Approx 145 kg

**r0rshack** · 11-18-2018, 05:39 PM

Re: Candy Red GS150R Update - GS Replacement... Finally?

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

What do you guys think? Finally a replacement for GS? A bike for India and Latin America in 2019? More seasoned GSpians should be able to see the technical differences! But, is it a looker?

That grab rail looks so out of place.

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In other update..

Mileage hovers around 40-50 nowadays and back to LEDs after replacing the battery.

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