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  • #3136
    Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

    Originally posted by Venkatesh Prakash View Post
    I have completed 13500 kms and already replaced the chain sprocket set 😞 don't know what else I need to change. Worst part is I take extensive care and still things are not going as expected first the rear disk plate now the sprocket set.
    I didn't take care of my chain sprocket. Set for the first 10000 km but it lasted me till 25 k km, if I did take care, could have come till 35k km , surprising the quality isn't up to the standard from Honda... Cb 190 would have been better than the hornet.

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    • #3137
      Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

      Originally posted by Venkatesh Prakash View Post
      I have completed 13500 kms and already replaced the chain sprocket set 😞 don't know what else I need to change. Worst part is I take extensive care and still things are not going as expected first the rear disk plate now the sprocket set.
      Send an email to HMSI, stating that you are disappointed with your vehicle and your trust in Honda quality is destroyed. We shouldn't keep quiet, the company needs customer feedback, otherwise they will never improve the quality.

      A couple of CBR 250 have done 35k kms on the factory Chain, and the brake rotors/discs are fine even at 40,000 kms. Could it be possible that some boffin at Honda thought he could lower the quality of the Hornet, to make more profits?
      Last edited by leech; 02-01-2017, 09:27 AM.

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      • #3138
        Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

        Originally posted by leech View Post
        Send an email to HMSI, stating that you are disappointed with your vehicle and your trust in Honda quality is destroyed. We shouldn't keep quiet, the company needs customer feedback, otherwise they will never improve the quality.

        A couple of CBR 250 have done 35k kms on the factory Chain, and the brake rotors/discs are fine even at 40,000 kms. Could it be possible that some boffin at Honda thought he could lower the quality of the Hornet, to make more profits?
        +1. We should also ask Honda why they have provided a non-O-ring chain that is not covered. Surely the reason for accelerated wear no matter how sincere he was lubing it every 250-500 kms. My suggestion for all Hornet owners is to go for a suitable o-ring chain (same pitch, removable link and if possible same number of links) at the first sprocket kit change. It is so sad that Suzuki has improved its quality from the Zeus/GS days that it now exports Gixxer even to Japan, while Honda which is in top 3 is royally taking us for a ride. We should also ask them why they continue to provide el-cheapo switchgear (but that atleast is live-able to an extent).

        Hornet is such a beautiful 150-160 cc premium from Honda after Dazzler, let down by their own cheap tactics and attitude .

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        • #3139
          Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

          Originally posted by vaRider View Post
          I think you're the first one to cross 15k on Hornet! Wish you all the best!

          Why so early chain and tire replacement? Should last till 25k km.
          My ASC suggested for chain replacement in 18,000 km during their service at 12,000 km.Chain tightening /alighnment screw reached at its end.Will write a detailed experience sharing after completing 18,000 Km.

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          • #3140
            Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

            Originally posted by ishaaq View Post
            I would suggest you change the service center. Make a complain to honda customer care and explain your issues. At last say that your not happy with the current service center. They would suggest you good asc.
            Tried all the stuff, changed service center's wrote e mail and finally same service center personnel calls for rectification. Stating Honda complaint number which I am not ready to visit any more after these experiences.

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            • #3141
              Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

              Originally posted by Deathwing View Post
              I didn't take care of my chain sprocket. Set for the first 10000 km but it lasted me till 25 k km, if I did take care, could have come till 35k km , surprising the quality isn't up to the standard from Honda... Cb 190 would have been better than the hornet.
              Feel disappointed at times for the wrong selection. Can't help just trying to leave with it.

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              • #3142
                Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                Originally posted by leech View Post
                Send an email to HMSI, stating that you are disappointed with your vehicle and your trust in Honda quality is destroyed. We shouldn't keep quiet, the company needs customer feedback, otherwise they will never improve the quality.

                A couple of CBR 250 have done 35k kms on the factory Chain, and the brake rotors/discs are fine even at 40,000 kms. Could it be possible that some boffin at Honda thought he could lower the quality of the Hornet, to make more profits?
                Might be the cost was the view point to acquire while launch , the local mechanic whom I know is a ex head supervisor from Honda. He himself states that the chain used is not sufficient for the wheel base in hornet.

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                • #3143
                  Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                  Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post
                  +1. We should also ask Honda why they have provided a non-O-ring chain that is not covered. Surely the reason for accelerated wear no matter how sincere he was lubing it every 250-500 kms. My suggestion for all Hornet owners is to go for a suitable o-ring chain (same pitch, removable link and if possible same number of links) at the first sprocket kit change. It is so sad that Suzuki has improved its quality from the Zeus/GS days that it now exports Gixxer even to Japan, while Honda which is in top 3 is royally taking us for a ride. We should also ask them why they continue to provide el-cheapo switchgear (but that atleast is live-able to an extent).

                  Hornet is such a beautiful 150-160 cc premium from Honda after Dazzler, let down by their own cheap tactics and attitude .
                  I own a Dazzler 6 years old...

                  Trust me it has better quailty than hornet, must see the switch gears of Dazzler, although lacks kill switch gear, they are bigger and of better quailty compared to hornet,U160 and. cbr150.

                  Honda has now entered to cost cutting style and more profit making.
                  Cheers.

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                  • #3144
                    Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                    Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post
                    +1. We should also ask Honda why they have provided a non-O-ring chain that is not covered. Surely the reason for accelerated wear no matter how sincere he was lubing it every 250-500 kms. My suggestion for all Hornet owners is to go for a suitable o-ring chain (same pitch, removable link and if possible same number of links) at the first sprocket kit change. It is so sad that Suzuki has improved its quality from the Zeus/GS days that it now exports Gixxer even to Japan, while Honda which is in top 3 is royally taking us for a ride. We should also ask them why they continue to provide el-cheapo switchgear (but that atleast is live-able to an extent).

                    Hornet is such a beautiful 150-160 cc premium from Honda after Dazzler, let down by their own cheap tactics and attitude .

                    Never knew that the Hornet has a non O-ring chain.
                    How can Honda take things for granted on a motorcycle that costs above 1 lakh OTR.
                    I think Honda is acting too greedy!

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                    • #3145
                      Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                      Originally posted by SatSon View Post
                      Never knew that the Hornet has a non O-ring chain.
                      How can Honda take things for granted on a motorcycle that costs above 1 lakh OTR.
                      I think Honda is acting too greedy!
                      Silly doubt 😬
                      Fz and gixxer also have non o ring chain right?

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                      • #3146
                        Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                        Originally posted by Venkatesh Prakash View Post
                        Might be the cost was the view point to acquire while launch , the local mechanic whom I know is a ex head supervisor from Honda. He himself states that the chain used is not sufficient for the wheel base in hornet.
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                        We need to note down the things while next replacement.

                        I found out Radial Tyre are not tubeless. Then which tubeless tyre is closest to Radial breaking and strength ?
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                        TravelLog: Hyderabad to Hampi
                        Honda Hornet 160R Owner's Manual / Serviceshop manual

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                        • #3147
                          Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                          http://forum.maxabout.com/t/mega-pho...0r-cbf190r/190 this is the bike I'm talking about obviously will never come here as it has USD forks and has FI and HMSI are happy with navi and activa sales.

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                          • #3148
                            Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                            A see through 4 stroke engine. See at 5:40
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                            TravelLog: Hyderabad to Hampi
                            Honda Hornet 160R Owner's Manual / Serviceshop manual

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                            • #3149
                              Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                              Originally posted by leech View Post
                              Send an email to HMSI, stating that you are disappointed with your vehicle and your trust in Honda quality is destroyed. We shouldn't keep quiet, the company needs customer feedback, otherwise they will never improve the quality.

                              A couple of CBR 250 have done 35k kms on the factory Chain, and the brake rotors/discs are fine even at 40,000 kms. Could it be possible that some boffin at Honda thought he could lower the quality of the Hornet, to make more profits?
                              What was the total expense for replacing chain and sprocket?

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                              • #3150
                                Re: Honda CB Hornet 160R Owners Experiences

                                Originally posted by IamAditya View Post
                                What was the total expense for replacing chain and sprocket?
                                I haven't changed them yet, will update the CBR thread once I do.

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