Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

[kiran2508]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

I have completed 1000kms on dominar and haven't lube the chain.actually im confused what should i use viz- chain lube(motul,glosil) or gear oil.Can someone suggest which will be better and post how many kms should chain be lubed?

Please go through this thread starting from last 20 pages or so, everything has been discussed in detail.

[NirmalDushman]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

I have completed 1000kms on dominar and haven't lube the chain.actually im confused what should i use viz- chain lube(motul,glosil) or gear oil.Can someone suggest which will be better and post how many kms should chain be lubed?

I've experimented alot on chain. Here are my preferred choices.

For cleaning :-
Only Diesel is sufficient with brush and cloth (no need to buy chain/rust cleaner spray)

For lubing :-
If you want to use lube spray then go with 3M.
It's less messy than any other brand and lasts around 350+ km easily

Currently I'm using ep90 (this is the first time I used gear oil) I've ridden 150+ km on ep90 and I'm IMPRESSED. If you consider it keeping the price in mind then it is the best. If it lasts 350+ km (same as 3M chain lube) then I'm going to keep using it in the future until and unless there's a better substitute available.

(My suggestion :- try motul, then try 3m and then try gear oil.) (I'm sure you'll hate the sticky nature of motul in next cleaning, but try it so that you can differentiate between these and you will end up with 3M or gear oil)

[antan_shank]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

The buzzing sound comes from the number plate bracket. I tried using extra rubber washers but doesn't help. Then I fitted the number plate on the lower part of the headlamp using the stock bracket and the buzzing vanished. The bracket is made of soft metal, bend it in the middle so it takes the shape of the curvature of the headlamp. Check the image below. [ATTACH]247145[/ATTACH]

I will do the same and keep the visor section clean, but before that, I have a couple of questions:
a. Hope the number plate's lower end doesn't touch/hits front mudguard. It happened with my ZMR.
b. Hope the number plate in ways is not obstructing the headlight throw.

I will install the Pulsar AS's visor over the stock one. This number plate setup will keep the visor clean.

Thanks in advance.

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I've experimented alot on chain. Here are my preferred choices.

For cleaning :-
Only Diesel is sufficient with brush and cloth (no need to buy chain/rust cleaner spray)

For lubing :-
If you want to use lube spray then go with 3M.
It's less messy than any other brand and lasts around 350+ km easily

Currently I'm using ep90 (this is the first time I used gear oil) I've ridden 150+ km on ep90 and I'm IMPRESSED. If you consider it keeping the price in mind then it is the best. If it lasts 350+ km (same as 3M chain lube) then I'm going to keep using it in the future until and unless there's a better substitute available.

(My suggestion :- try motul, then try 3m and then try gear oil.) (I'm sure you'll hate the sticky nature of motul in next cleaning, but try it so that you can differentiate between these and you will end up with 3M or gear oil)

I used Grade 90 gear oil for my ZMR and the chain socket lasted me for 50K KMs, so irrespective of the price it's still the best option in the market.

Currently, I am using RE chain clean and Lub from old RE bike, once that is empty I will switch to Gear Oil grade 90.

[faysal_khan]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys. Do you all get this stains on left side of engine?

I mean is it chain lube or is it seeping from gasket? What do u guys think?

[Ijs]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys. Do you all get this stains on left side of engine?

I mean is it chain lube or is it seeping from gasket? What do u guys think? [ATTACH]247148[/ATTACH]

Looks like a seepage and probably would be resolved by gasket replacement , keep the pics for records and get it done under warranty.

[#bpk]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys. Do you all get this stains on left side of engine?

I mean is it chain lube or is it seeping from gasket? What do u guys think? [ATTACH]247148[/ATTACH]

Oil leakage from clutch cover

[akshaysondkar]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Please go through this thread starting from last 20 pages or so, everything has been discussed in detail.

Thanks alot ill look into it.:-)

[akshaysondkar]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

I've experimented alot on chain. Here are my preferred choices.

For cleaning :-
Only Diesel is sufficient with brush and cloth (no need to buy chain/rust cleaner spray)

For lubing :-
If you want to use lube spray then go with 3M.
It's less messy than any other brand and lasts around 350+ km easily

Currently I'm using ep90 (this is the first time I used gear oil) I've ridden 150+ km on ep90 and I'm IMPRESSED. If you consider it keeping the price in mind then it is the best. If it lasts 350+ km (same as 3M chain lube) then I'm going to keep using it in the future until and unless there's a better substitute available.

(My suggestion :- try motul, then try 3m and then try gear oil.) (I'm sure you'll hate the sticky nature of motul in next cleaning, but try it so that you can differentiate between these and you will end up with 3M or gear oil)

Thanks alot brother. Im thinking of using gear-oil at my 1 lube interval itself.lets see xd.

[Akash.Yadav]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys. Do you all get this stains on left side of engine?

I mean is it chain lube or is it seeping from gasket? What do u guys think? [ATTACH]247148[/ATTACH]

If I may suggest, try a normal wash first since I see a lot of red soil area that you rode through. It should clear out debris and give a clear picture of what's exactly wrong.

[kiran2508]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Oil leakage from clutch cover

This is the magneto cover, isn't the clutch cover on the opposite side

Yes, leakage is from the leakage from the magento cover gasket/stator wiring which is exiting from this side cover.

[faysal_khan]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

If I may suggest, try a normal wash first since I see a lot of red soil area that you rode through. It should clear out debris and give a clear picture of what's exactly wrong.

It won't do away with normal wash. Should I clean that specific area with diesel or petrol? Can i use it?



I'm really confused. I still believe it's the excessive chain lube. Though i send it to dominar specific mechanic at Bajaj's. He said he will replace gasket.

Can you guys share the picture of the specific area on your bike?

[faysal_khan]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys.

I have cleaned this with diesel as suggested by IJS brother and keeping an eye there for a while. And until then i won't lube the chain to make sure it's not a chain lube.

Let's see. Fingers crossed. By the way. How long should i ride to make sure it's fine. I mean how many kilometres?

[Akash.Yadav]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Hello guys.

I have cleaned this with diesel as suggested by IJS brother and keeping an eye there for a while. And until then i won't lube the chain to make sure it's not a chain lube.

Let's see. Fingers crossed. By the way. How long should i ride to make sure it's fine. I mean how many kilometres? [ATTACH]247177[/ATTACH]

Woah!!! It does look neat now.
As the oil warms up, it will become thinner. That is when it may start seeping out if there is any seepage.
Ride it in your regular form and keep an eye on the oil reading from the watch-glass.

[Pavithranmt]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

Which oil grade is bettter for chain lubrication grade 90 or 140

[kiran2508]

Re: Bajaj Dominar 400 Ownership Experience Thread

can anyone help me with a good mechanic in Bangalore for Dominar service. Seeing bad reviews for Auto Service and my experience with Popular is no good either.

Try x-torque in kalyan nagar, watch vijay's latest video he got his clutch replacement done there. Vijay Hansora on Youtube.

Can you please tell what exactly the bad experience you had with Auto Service?

They have been pretty much been the best for KTM bikes service I have come to seen of when compared any other KTM service centers here in Bangalore, not sure Bajaj bikes get a different treatment there.

Yes they charge a bit high say about 10% extra, but I am atleast happy all in all which is worth the extra money paid for peace of mind.

Ask for Babu Sir the service manager and couple of other mechanics who are good at what they do, PM me if you want more details and their names, personal phone number.