Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

[sam.jit2008]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

My dominar coolant level decreases on every 500-1000 km. No leakeges found. Engine oil looks fine. What would be the possible reason for coolant level decrease.

[Akash.Yadav]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

My dominar coolant level decreases on every 500-1000 km. No leakeges found. Engine oil looks fine. What would be the possible reason for coolant level decrease.

Is the coolant checked when it is cool or when hot?
If it's aftet a ride where the fan had kicked off or the temperature has increased then some of it will be in the radiator.
Get the system checked.

[sam.jit2008]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Coolant is low when it is cold and tends to increase when it is hot

[Ijs]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Coolant is low when it is cold and tends to increase when it is hot

It works like this dear, coolant expands with heat that is why there is a expansion tank. Make sure you check the coolant level when the bike is cold ir the first thing in morning. It should be above minimum and below maximum.

[Prasadcool09]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

You may want to loosen both the adjuster nuts, grab the clutch to desired firmness and then tighten them back.
Or loosen it from down and then adjust it from the clutch side and then tighten them back.

I placed both the adjuster nuts as they are supposed to be and now the clutch cable is firm in place. Thank you for ur reply though... Appreciate ur help

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Anybody else got this problem of petrol stain on black fuel pannel? These look annoying. No use of blaming the fuel station guy.. If anybody knows a solution please help.

[gokul2508]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Even i feel the fuel lid heat up.. Its just been around 500 kms. Since it is still under break in period i don't rev the engine high... But i am concerned if the lid heats up more during long rides... Is there anything to worry?

Help would be appreciated. Currently riding in the fear of tank blast due to heat :P

From my experience riding dominar in traffic of Bangalore is hell experience. Engine gets heated quickly and fans will get on frequently.

[gokul2508]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

My dominar coolant level decreases on every 500-1000 km. No leakeges found. Engine oil looks fine. What would be the possible reason for coolant level decrease.

Due to over heating of the engine and if you frequently used dominar as a commuter in traffic u will be facing the issues.

[Ijs]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

[MENTION=98359]Prasadcool09[/MENTION]
Clean it properly and use some dashboard polish or some good liquid polish for black plastic, sheeba liquid polish will also work.

[abhisheklalnediya]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Guys,

Last few days, my ride quality is getting very rough, I tried to lube the chain, then I notice.

My rear wheel is woobling and I have severe loose and tight spots in chain.

Wheel Bearing might be the issue? How much does it cost to change the bearing, Chain and sprocket?

[sam.jit2008]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

yes i am using it as a daily commuter. Is the coolant drops due to that only

[Ijs]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Guys,

Last few days, my ride quality is getting very rough, I tried to lube the chain, then I notice.

My rear wheel is woobling and I have severe loose and tight spots in chain.

Wheel Bearing might be the issue? How much does it cost to change the bearing, Chain and sprocket?

How many kms have u done on the current chain set, the new chain sproket set cost around 2800 plus 700 labour. The life of chain set is 15k to 20k kms and in some cases it is changed at 11k also.
Don't remember the cost of wheel bearing , but u can check that on www.99rpm.com
Could be possible that rubber bushings are out of place and causing the disbalance.
Or simply the chain is not aligned properly check the swing arm marking on both sides.
And one more thing there is always a tight spot and a lose spot on the chain, and adjustment is done according to the tight spot.

[abhisheklalnediya]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

How many kms have u done on the current chain set, the new chain sproket set cost around 2800 plus 700 labour. The life of chain set is 15k to 20k kms and in some cases it is changed at 11k also.
Don't remember the cost of wheel bearing , but u can check that on www.99rpm.com
Could be possible that rubber bushings are out of place and causing the disbalance.
Or simply the chain is not aligned properly check the swing arm marking on both sides.
And one more thing there is always a tight spot and a lose spot on the chain, and adjustment is done according to the tight spot.

I have done ~10K.
What should be the cause of the woobling?

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Guys,

Last few days, my ride quality is getting very rough, I tried to lube the chain, then I notice.

My rear wheel is woobling and I have severe loose and tight spots in chain.

Wheel Bearing might be the issue? How much does it cost to change the bearing, Chain and sprocket?

Rear wheel wobble can be caused by either a loose AXLE BOLT/NUT and worn wheel bearings. When axle bolt is loose, the rear wheel adjusts itself according to the engine load and causes wobble and moreover is extremely hazardous. On the other side a worn wheel bearing won't center the wheel as it's meant to be, and as a result you observe constant wobble at slow and high speeds.

Chains do have high and flat spots. How well a chain is looked after periodically and how well a chain is lubed helps prolong the life of the chain. Wheel bearings cost to the tune of 150 to 200~ appox bearing, each. The rear uses in total three bearings, two for the wheels and one for the hub. Do get the rear end thoroughly checked. On a positive note, the cost wouldn't be a dent on the pocket, as bearings are cheap. Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

[Akash.Yadav]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Is Dominar up for a mid year or mid life refresh?
I particularly don't like the Golden alloys and not sure if they'll entertain my request for the black alloys they had earlier.
Bajaj is not cool these days with their colour options sadly. [emoji22]

[Jackharrisw]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Is Dominar up for a mid year or mid life refresh?
I particularly don't like the Golden alloys and not sure if they'll entertain my request for the black alloys they had earlier.
Bajaj is not cool these days with their colour options sadly. [emoji22]

Absolutely. No offence to owners. They have spoiled the Dominar with worst color options. Man, that red colour looks hideous and it takes away the big bike look. Further, golden colour alloys add salt to the wound and it looks like an after market job.