It's better if you lube the chain and leave it alone for some hours (I do it in the evening) to allow the lube penetrate the chain. It reduces the flinging of excess lube also.

How did you clean your chain? I used Motul cleaner but it lasted only for 3 cleanings and it's expensive.

That sound was very prominent even with my helmet on the highway when I went for a ride yesterday. It was abnormal as it wasn't coming before.

But it didn't reduce performance or cause any problems, so I guess it's not an issue.

Hi Everyone,
This is my first post
Thank you all for such a wonderful forum where first bike owners like me can get in touch and share my experiences and learn from more experienced guys out there.

I own a RED Honda Hornet STD ,
Bought it on 15th April
I have completed first service today after 730 Kms and was charged rupees 344 for the same , oil was removed and Honda 10W30MA was filled.

First of all , i absolutely loved the experience of the bike.
Pickup was very good, i could feel the powerfull engine

I clocked 80-95 kmph constantly for first few days

The highest speed being 117 on a open highway.

But, after a few days i began to get some strange noise when riding above 60-80 kmph
At first i thought it was because of chain and tightened the chain.
but the sound continued few days after getting chain lubed and tightened .

Informed the service person about the same during first service , he said it was because of dry chain .
I have to see whether the noise is now reduced or not.

The bikes suspension seems to be a little hard and can feel the the hardness when riding over speed breakers

I am getting 43-45 kmpl mileage . It may improve if i maintain a constant speed

I have bought accessories from a store .
500 for seat and tank cover
400 for leg guard
130 for ladies foot rest
50 for handle grips


Now after going through the forum

i want to know following

Is there any way that a Engine kill switch can be installed in HORNET ?

Can i install a new switch gear set of any other bike onto HORNET ?

Is there any way that headlights power can be increased or replaced with more powerful ones ?

What kind of Engine oil has to be filled ?
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Is there any way that a Engine kill switch can be installed in HORNET ?

Can i install a new switch gear set of any other bike onto HORNET ?

Any idea about the cost involved?

Yes.
Few owners have got the switchgear of pulsar 180 installed on their Hornet.
But doing so will void your warranty.
Hence, It is advisable to wait till the warranty gets over.

Would you please find what is cost and what is process to install it? I guess whole switch system at right side needs to change.