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For the wobbling, start from the part that meets the road. The tyre. Check that the bead is evenly seated. Most tyres have a line running around bead which is a good reference. If it is not seated evenly, you can take it to any professional tyre shop and get it re-seated.

Once you rule that out check the wheel runout. Grip the fork and put your thumb like a pointer against the rim edge and spin the wheel. The reference being closer will let you see smaller wobbles. If you see it wobble, you know what to do. I am not sure where to find a wheel trying expert though. Haven't dealt with a spoked wheel in a long time myself.

If that checks out, put a finger against the outer circumference of the tyre and check for wobble. Perhaps you have a bad tyre.

Once all that is ruled out, check for the steering being free through the range and no sticky spots.

Finally if all else fails have someone video you from the side as you ride in the wobble affected speeds. Perhaps that will give you some clues.

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Off topic!

Mate do you go by VijayAnand1 on Team-Bhp? After reading the 1st two line it hit me instantly!
I was literally laughing reading the black box and ADHD part! Very well phrased have to say.

Couldn't communicate the same over their for obvious reasons.

This is because of the steering stem bearing that has gone bad, kindly get it replaced under warranty! BS3 models were known to have this issue
Find more info starting from page 108 in the same thread, https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...layan-108.html

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Thanks ajithk and Kiran2508, I will check,

I see a small dent on the front rim, will post the pics soon. Post this Planning to give the bike back to HSR showroom for check and replacing.

Regards
Madhan

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My update on my Hima which is now 2 months old: Did first service at 200kms after good run-in, run in was done as per my experience not babying as per their manual. I rode the bike up to 110kmph and nearing 5000 rpms some times, no sudden revving but gradual acceleration and change of gears.
Well after first service took it on a long ride to Goa rider mania, the bike rides exceptionally well and almost no vibrations. The tyre grip and suspension over bad roads is super good. I changed the engine oil with Liquimoly 15w50 at the RM event as there was an nice offer and bike had done close to 800kms. Now it has become even smoother. The bike has done 1500kms till now and rides really well, no issues so far, the mirrors are not the best but they do the job and surprisingly they don't vibrate < 100kph.

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One quick query, so I am finally looking into getting a new RE Himalayan since it has got ABS now, I choice was between Himalayan or Ninja 300, but dropped the purchase plan of Ninja 300 due to no so satisfactory sales experience.

ABS bikes test rides are not available, they only offered non-ABS BS4 for test ride. I got a quote here in Bangalore,
Ex-showroom - ₹1,78,227 (non sleet model)
Road tax & smart card - ₹36,211
Insurance - ₹17,xxx (1 year comprehensive and 4 years 3rd party)
Free RE 1901 half-helmet, that's the only free thing.

I asked them about free RSA or RE club membership and was told they are not free and has to be paid extra, also no other extra accessories as free.

I remember earlier there used to free 3 years RSA and free enrollment to the RE Himalayan club for BS3 models, can you please confirm if you got RSA for free and price breakdown and any extra accessories here in Bangalore.
If you did get, is it 1 year or 3 years?

Thanks in Advance

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I am really surprised at the choices, they are almost like cheese and charcoal, I hope you know what you want. Ninja is a sports bike and Himalayan an adventure tourer, did you take the test ride, else, you can be heavily disappointed soon after buying.

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Ha ha, yes. I know they are very extreme buying choices

Currently I already own a RC390 and plan was to get a Adv bike after the RC390 for around maximum budget of 3.5L, waited years for the Baby BMW 310GS or 390 Adv launch, then we all know how BMW royally made a fool of us with the pricing and 390 Adv doesn't look like it's coming for another 1 year.

So then the choice became either upgrade the RC390 to more relaxed twin-cylinder sports bike Ninja 300/R3 or buy the only option left in the Adv bikes "Himalayan" in addition and keep the RC390.

So finally it's the Himalayan that made the cut, being well aware of all the good and bad things that comes associated with this bike

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I was able to take the ABS test ride at CVS motors Hebbal and HSR motors, Lalbagh road before booking.

I paid in total : 2.34L INR inlcudes everything as you mentioned.

My acessories as of now is very limited

1) Got the Seat padding and shape done to increase height and remove tail bone pressure from RAO seat covers, Shivjainagar (very good, high recommend).
2) Got Crash guard, Sprocket kit, front fog lamp holders, rear signal holders from HDT customs mumbai for 7700 INR including shipping.
3) Broke my mirror on parking fall, going for bajaj Avenger mirrors
4) Couldn't get Continental GT heel guard, still trying.

I have atleast another 10 items to buy fro REH for my needs.

Kawasaki sales is still pathetic, that is the reason went with HONDA, After getting into honda, No complaints, But looks like they are very happy with Activa sales and do not want to concentrate on Superbikes, even though they have best in the market.

Superbike was a craze for me, really didn't find any purpose to have the bike in these roads, and the riding posture for long rides was killing me, hence had to let go.

Still can't forget the power, simple twist and your in 140-150 from 100kmph in fractions, in REH i am gunning full throttle to reach 120kmp. However i still made a good choice with REH, Simple Bike, Most of the design is self explanatory DIY, Parts and service availability all over the place.

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Hi, I don't own a himalayan. But have experience with both Bajaj Avenger mirrors and Apache rtr 180 mirrors. I feel rtr mirrors to be more useful. It provides much better view and also vibrates less.

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+1 on the RTR mirrors. Need to keep an eye out for galling on the nut though.

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Thank you for the quick response and explaining in detail, I'll give a call and visit the Hebbal showroom over the weekend. I really don't want to book the bike without a proper test ride and also compare the ABS braking with my current bike.

As of now planning only buy the 3years RSA and full 5 years comprehensive insurance with zero-dep.

Yes, nothing can beat the feeling of power kicking in from a SBK or a sportbike, but then you can't be hooning them all the time in the city limits and very difficult to just calmly cruise around at 80kmph in highways, you always want to go faster and difficult to maintain cursing speeds. Exact reason why I am looking to add the REH a as 2nd bike, still I can say REH does a good job with the 32NM torque on offer to make you smile every time you open the throttle.

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Then you haven't experienced a z650. Quiet docile bike that pulls smoothly like an electric train from 30 to 200 in top gear. Suspension isnt great though. :-)

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Agree, REH fits for any road cruising and trail tracking. 32NM torque and 21inch front wheel is a boon in tricky situations.

If you want to buy, i can suggest you to buy from HSR, i know the GM well, so as to get some assurance of any future warranty or service related issues. (PM me if you are interested)

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Hello Madhan, welcome to the boards. Not surprising to hear a downgrade from a sports tourer/super sports. Many people these days consider a downgrade, primarily owning to servicing costs and lack of a thorough experience. Well, let's keep that for another day and another thread in Coffee Lounge perhaps which I'm definitely looking forward to. Clubbing your first and the third point w.r.t to wobbling, if you're wobbling vertically, it can be due to high air pressure. Now, if your air pressure is set right and you still feel a jumpy ride, it's probably the tarmac that you ride on. Try a smoother surface and see how it fares, keep your observations jotted.

Fuel gauge inaccuracy is something to be lived with. Since you're coming back to stone age from future, it gets a little used to, but you eventually will. Yes, post half, the needle finds urgency in going back to sleep.

There aren't any specific TT conversion kits for the Himalayan, but you do have leak seaalants such as Seelin, Slime et cetera available online that help slowdown a puncture induced leak. More reviews by Googling and one of our dear users use it too. We'll see what he has to offer on this one. [MENTION=68973]rideon74[/MENTION]

Keep her riding, you'll know her more. She'll surprise you with everything she has to offer, welcome to club Royal Enfield.

Do post some pictures of your motorcycle.

Don't forget the downgrade thread in Coffee Lounge, that'd be one interesting read for many.

Well, you got me there. Indeed. Well, what do you know, it's just some motorcycles make your a doctor of a different kind.


Excellent. We'd love to know how the LiquiMoly fares on the Himma, so do keep your observations periodically updated regarding the same.

That's exactly what's offered elsewhere, for the most part. All we get is a helmet for free and pretty much that's it. Everything is fee-associated even the RSA. In Ooty, the RSA, for a year is free, from the date of purchase invoice. Their coverage policy too is restricted to certain KMS post which it's chargeable.



Cheers!
VJ

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I booked my Himalayan day before yesterday (26th) from Whitefield Motors. All of the above is same + 1yr free RSA, with option to buy 2 more yrs of RSA (after 1st yr is complete) for Rs.900. Also, they are giving 25% off on RE Apparels (Jackets, Bags, Boots, etc.) for purchases over Rs.7000.
2yrs or 30K km warranty on engine and battery (will double check warranty claim on battery).