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  • #2866
    Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

    Originally posted by Abhik1 View Post
    Hey friends, I had issues with my Hornets engine which the ASC replaced they changed the Crank shaft & piston cylinder kit . Post which I had been using it carefully for about 500 km . Today I tried taking it to about 80kmph and its taking own sweet time with full throttle . At times when I try accelerating fast it feels like no fuel for 2-3sec and then it slowly picks up . This is something I have noticed post I got my bike back from ASC . What you guys think ?
    Check carburettor... Probably you're running lean (lesser fuel more air). That's when such things happen. Also check chain slack.
    Ride hard, Ride safe! :D

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    • #2867
      Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

      Originally posted by Abhik1 View Post
      Hey friends, I had issues with my Hornets engine which the ASC replaced they changed the Crank shaft & piston cylinder kit . Post which I had been using it carefully for about 500 km . Today I tried taking it to about 80kmph and its taking own sweet time with full throttle . At times when I try accelerating fast it feels like no fuel for 2-3sec and then it slowly picks up . This is something I have noticed post I got my bike back from ASC . What you guys think ?
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      Have faced this situation long ago for a particular ride only. But it became normal after that ride.

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      TravelLog: Hyderabad to Hampi
      Honda Hornet 160R Owner's Manual / Serviceshop manual

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      • #2868
        Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

        Completed 2nd service last week. First service was done after 404 Kms and second service after 4045 Kms. Didnt change to any synthetic oil and never faced any issues with the stock honda oil. After second service faced a bit of oil leak issue. Took to ASC today and they said neutral switch is bad and need to be replaced which will cost 40-50 Rs. Later they said the old one is fixed and they didnt charge me anything. Hope now that I dont have to visit ASC again till 3rd service. Have to test to Mileage and top speed post 2nd service and will update later.

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        • #2869
          Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

          Hi... I'm new to xbhp. I couldn't go through the entire thread. I'm planning to buy a Honda Hornet 160r but I've heard some disconcerting things like after some time the engine of the bike starts sounding weird like an auto richshaw ( tuk tuk tuk )... is this a common problem in this bike ? Or does it happen because of improper break in ?

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          • #2870
            Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

            Originally posted by Sush726 View Post
            Hi... I'm new to xbhp. I couldn't go through the entire thread. I'm planning to buy a Honda Hornet 160r but I've heard some disconcerting things like after some time the engine of the bike starts sounding weird like an auto richshaw ( tuk tuk tuk )... is this a common problem in this bike ? Or does it happen because of improper break in ?
            This engine is stretched so it makes some noise when pushed above 75. If you see Unicorn the engine runs much smoother.
            Anyways don't worry about the noise. As far as I've ridden hornet, no issues about engine performance.
            Ride hard, Ride safe! :D

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            • #2871
              Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

              Hi All, This is my first post on xbhp, I got delivery of my Hornet CBS SE Orange two weeks back, on first ride to my home I observed some weird noise coming from rear tyre assembly(not from disk break). Next day I visited to showroom and asked for check , after multiple runs they accepted that some part is faulty and needs to be replaced. I denied any repair/replacement job on a day old bike and asked for refund. Lucky I got the cheque yesterday.

              Please suggest should I go for Hornet again from next batch or what other options I have in market?

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              • #2872
                Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                The bike is very gud but the service centre guys are not trained properly for servicing this bike. My bike was running fine before 1st service (at 440 Kms) but after service it was stopping frequently and was feeling rough. I figured out that the service centre guys has made the idle rpm to 600-800 and it was giving problem. I increased it to 1000 and then no issues till second service (at 4405 Kms). Now the bike engine sound has changed a bit. When i take it above 4500 rpm it sounds like a box with a stone is being shaked and it takes time to cross 80 whereas i used to easly cross 80 earlier. What do you think the problem is. Did the ASC guys played with the afr ?

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                • #2873
                  Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                  Originally posted by mkkvs View Post
                  The bike is very gud but the service centre guys are not trained properly for servicing this bike. My bike was running fine before 1st service (at 440 Kms) but after service it was stopping frequently and was feeling rough. I figured out that the service centre guys has made the idle rpm to 600-800 and it was giving problem. I increased it to 1000 and then no issues till second service (at 4405 Kms). Now the bike engine sound has changed a bit. When i take it above 4500 rpm it sounds like a box with a stone is being shaked and it takes time to cross 80 whereas i used to easly cross 80 earlier. What do you think the problem is. Did the ASC guys played with the afr ?
                  Yes, that's probably the case.. get it checked from ASC. Even I had same issues. Before 2nd service bike would easily cross 95, but after that it was just like your case.

                  This bike should have more BHP with lesser torque. Torque can be felt at 90+ as well. It's good for Highway rides though.
                  Ride hard, Ride safe! :D

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                  • #2874
                    Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                    Originally posted by Apreded View Post
                    Hi All, This is my first post on xbhp, I got delivery of my Hornet CBS SE Orange two weeks back, on first ride to my home I observed some weird noise coming from rear tyre assembly(not from disk break). Next day I visited to showroom and asked for check , after multiple runs they accepted that some part is faulty and needs to be replaced. I denied any repair/replacement job on a day old bike and asked for refund. Lucky I got the cheque yesterday.

                    Please suggest should I go for Hornet again from next batch or what other options I have in market?
                    If you had this experience then better stay away from Hornet. Look at other bikes such as Gixxer FI, Apache 200, etc.

                    Given a chance I would certainly not buy Hornet again...

                    Most pathetic things are poor headlight throw and engine noise above 80.

                    Rest things are good
                    Ride hard, Ride safe! :D

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                    • #2875
                      Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

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                      What is this on my rear wheel?

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                      • #2876
                        Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                        Originally posted by mkkvs View Post
                        What is this on my rear wheel?
                        Tire balancing weight. These can be seen in car tires as well. Check the below wiki link for more info.
                        Tire balance - Wikipedia
                        https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tire_balance

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                        • #2877
                          Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                          Originally posted by SatSon View Post
                          Tire balancing weight. These can be seen in car tires as well. Check the below wiki link for more info.
                          https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tire_balance
                          thanks. is this also on new bikes because a guy at service center pointed to me that this is done after wheel alignment.This is there on my bike from day 1.

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                          • #2878
                            Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                            Originally posted by Anupam Das View Post
                            Try again & you will touch at least 110 kmph if there is no wind from the opposite direction. I also faced similar situations but after giving another try on another day I could touch 112 kmph with seemingly more to go. Post 76 kmph in 5th gear engine sound changes, becomes rough, vibrates much unlike Unicorn & does not feel that good.


                            Wow, I remember that post. Where did you dig that up? Thanks anyways

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                            Guys, anyone, please tell me which size allen key I need to open up the side panel. I just found the obscure lucky screw-the golden AFR screw. I need to mess with it! Please reply as soon as possible!

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                            • #2879
                              Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                              Originally posted by mkkvs View Post
                              thanks. is this also on new bikes because a guy at service center pointed to me that this is done after wheel alignment.This is there on my bike from day 1.
                              I think it is okay to have it in new bike too. Other Hornet owners can comment if they have it in their bikes?
                              My Hunk and Karizma (both were pre-owned bikes) both had it when I got them.

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                              • #2880
                                Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                                Originally posted by Suddy View Post
                                Wow, I remember that post. Where did you dig that up? Thanks anyways

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                                Guys, anyone, please tell me which size allen key I need to open up the side panel. I just found the obscure lucky screw-the golden AFR screw. I need to mess with it! Please reply as soon as possible!
                                Forgotten the page no.(After 2300 km on odo, using fully synthetic Honda Throttle engine oil on NH 27)

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