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**HarishK** · 07-22-2012, 12:05 AM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

Can we spray 2T oil onto the chain instead of diesel..??

Do not make this mistake, diesel or 2T oil does not have to ability to remove the dirt/mud present within the Joints, all it can do is to remove the dirt from the top layer (as shown in the above pic) and settle the dirt within the thin joints, it cannot penetrate and pull out the dirt throughout. Apparantly your chain will look clean, but really it isn't. Think logically the chain is not covered with a mask to ensure the entry of foreign particles is blocked. Its a open chain, anything may stick to the chain and we need a suitable aerosol to pull out all dirt from the chain completely.

Thats why showroom guys have an aerosol spray and if you are smart enough get the TVS chain cleaner spray from showroom, its the most cheapest and the best value for money than Motul etc.
For lubing the best one is Yamalube, its about 220rs here in Chennai for 500ML, its the most durable I have seen, better than costly brands. If you continue to use Diesel or any other oil to clean, then soon you will lose the slackness with performance/mileage downfall, finally endup spending on a new set of chain/sprocket

**amitmalve** · 07-22-2012, 05:23 PM

Originally posted by HarishK View Post

Thats why showroom guys have an aerosol spray and if you are smart enough get the TVS chain cleaner spray from showroom, its the most cheapest and the best value for money than Motul etc.

Did you mean to say tvs chain lube? Or is it chain cleaner only? I have heard of tvs lube but this cleaner is not known to me.

**vivekgautams** · 07-22-2012, 07:33 PM

Originally posted by HarishK View Post

Do not make this mistake, diesel or 2T oil does not have to ability to remove the dirt/mud present within the Joints, all it can do is to remove the dirt from the top layer (as shown in the above pic) and settle the dirt within the thin joints, it cannot penetrate and pull out the dirt throughout. Apparantly your chain will look clean, but really it isn't. Think logically the chain is not covered with a mask to ensure the entry of foreign particles is blocked. Its a open chain, anything may stick to the chain and we need a suitable aerosol to pull out all dirt from the chain completely.

Thats why showroom guys have an aerosol spray and if you are smart enough get the TVS chain cleaner spray from showroom, its the most cheapest and the best value for money than Motul etc.
For lubing the best one is Yamalube, its about 220rs here in Chennai for 500ML, its the most durable I have seen, better than costly brands. If you continue to use Diesel or any other oil to clean, then soon you will lose the slackness with performance/mileage downfall, finally endup spending on a new set of chain/sprocket

I'v been using TVS chain Lube from day 1 for lubing chain..But during these rains chain gets into bad condition within 200km..It is a complete waste of cash & time to ride down to SVC just to get it lubed..Was wondering of any easier way of maintaining the chain.. In some video the guy used kerosine to clean the chain first then he sprayed a chain lube..Can i do the same when i buy a TVS chain lube can or require a chain cleaner also..??

**HarishK** · 07-22-2012, 11:41 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

I'v been using TVS chain Lube from day 1 for lubing chain..But during these rains chain gets into bad condition within 200km..It is a complete waste of cash & time to ride down to SVC just to get it lubed..Was wondering of any easier way of maintaining the chain.. In some video the guy used kerosine to clean the chain first then he sprayed a chain lube..Can i do the same when i buy a TVS chain lube can or require a chain cleaner also..??

Bro I am sure that you know the difference between chain cleaner and lube, Get the TVS chain cleaner spray thats the most cheap and best that you can get in India, I use it in all my bikes. Coming to lube, use Yamalube chain lubricant, cost is 220 per 500ML can in Chennai. Most effective, I lubed my R15 chain about 500kms ago and still the chain retains moisture in it.

**vrags** · 07-23-2012, 02:57 AM

Originally posted by HarishK View Post

Bro I am sure that you know the difference between chain cleaner and lube, Get the TVS chain cleaner spray thats the most cheap and best that you can get in India, I use it in all my bikes. Coming to lube, use Yamalube chain lubricant, cost is 220 per 500ML can in Chennai. Most effective, I lubed my R15 chain about 500kms ago and still the chain retains moisture in it.

+1 I agree. This would be the most feasible solution for our beasts at this moment..

**vivekgautams** · 07-23-2012, 10:06 AM

Originally posted by HarishK View Post

Bro I am sure that you know the difference between chain cleaner and lube, Get the TVS chain cleaner spray thats the most cheap and best that you can get in India, I use it in all my bikes. Coming to lube, use Yamalube chain lubricant, cost is 220 per 500ML can in Chennai. Most effective, I lubed my R15 chain about 500kms ago and still the chain retains moisture in it.

Thank you for the clear & simple solution...

**shahbaz63** · 07-23-2012, 02:13 PM

Anybody ? Wanna remove Dent on my Fuel Tank how much it will cost ?

Giving for second servicing . need some inputs

Help !

**HarishK** · 07-23-2012, 03:43 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

Anybody ? Wanna remove Dent on my Fuel Tank how much it will cost ?

Giving for second servicing . need some inputs

Help !

Pics please

**dead_piper** · 07-23-2012, 04:04 PM

its been long time posting...

facing a problem and am confused if its tps prob or something else.
bike recently has caught the cold start problem and even after riding for sometime it lacks power. as if like running out of fuel and it actually stops.... cleaned the carb but still problem persists. sometimes it just runs like a wild horse with no problem at all. any idea abt whats happenin?

it runs proper when the choke is pulled.

ps- its not the normal rtr hiccup problem. bikes run 28k without any probs.

**vrags** · 07-23-2012, 08:24 PM

Originally posted by dead_piper View Post

its been long time posting...

facing a problem and am confused if its tps prob or something else.
bike recently has caught the cold start problem and even after riding for sometime it lacks power. as if like running out of fuel and it actually stops.... cleaned the carb but still problem persists. sometimes it just runs like a wild horse with no problem at all. any idea abt whats happenin?

it runs proper when the choke is pulled.

ps- its not the normal rtr hiccup problem. bikes run 28k without any probs.

Possibilities i can think of.:
If have you switched fuel types recently (normal to premium or to shell etc).
If the Air filter/Carburetor is dirty.
If the Spark plug is closing on its life.
If there is a dirt particles collected in fuel tank.
..

Get these things sorted out of your the list. Your issue should be resolved.

**dead_piper** · 07-23-2012, 09:02 PM

switching fuels has never been a problem. ive had the bike for 2 and a half year n this is the problem that has got me scratching my head.

airfilter cleaned. carb cleaned. spark plug looks okay yeah it needs change its been 10000kms since last change.

the problem first started on a tour i was doing of 1200km. heavy rains n freezing cold at nights. so is there any chance of my TPS OR CDI gettin screwed? people who had prior tps experiences please share your knowledge

**Rtrlover83** · 07-23-2012, 10:20 PM

Originally posted by dead_piper View Post

switching fuels has never been a problem. ive had the bike for 2 and a half year n this is the problem that has got me scratching my head.

airfilter cleaned. carb cleaned. spark plug looks okay yeah it needs change its been 10000kms since last change.

the problem first started on a tour i was doing of 1200km. heavy rains n freezing cold at nights. so is there any chance of my TPS OR CDI gettin screwed? people who had prior tps experiences please share your knowledge

Hiccups (like you are braking for some secs and then letting go...really annoying) during 3-4K rpm while throttle used gradually/constant operation is typical with a faulty TPS.

Did not experience cold start problem and no, no stalling either when my bike's TPS became faulty, two times.

**shahbaz63** · 07-23-2012, 10:48 PM

Horrible days Second crash in II days I am afraid now

Low in morale & low in confidence Can't ride for 3-4 days

Giving for Second Servicing

**krrishi** · 07-23-2012, 10:53 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

Horrible days Second crash in II days I am afraid now

Low in morale & low in confidence Can't ride for 3-4 days

Giving for Second Servicing

Whats wrong Shahbaz?? sad to hear about your second accident, hope you are fine, what happened? didnt the ABS help you? take care..wishing your morale,confidence & your beast a speedy recovery !!

**shahbaz63** · 07-23-2012, 11:17 PM

Originally posted by krrishi View Post

Whats wrong Shahbaz?? sad to hear about your second accident, hope you are fine, what happened? didnt the ABS help you? take care..wishing your morale,confidence & your beast a speedy recovery !!

It wasn't coz of Braking

Actually on both ocassion i was under 40 .. this time one Taxi came & tries to change lane without indicator despite of 3-4 horns he didnt realise i am on right side...

we both touched each other twice braked ... & I fall (Thanks nothing happens to me but white Devil got injured

)
Still Waiting for iNputs for Second servicing Nybody ?

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