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How to clean the stock air filters..??A regular service does not include the cleaning of the filters & they have gone real dirty.
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It does. They are supposed to do it.Originally posted by vivekgautams View PostHow to clean the stock air filters..??A regular service does not include the cleaning of the filters & they have gone real dirty.
Check out haxor's DIY below.
http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/do-yours...-cleaning.htmlThe Apache is ever willing to red line each cog, but the Rider ain't. Enjoy RTR, Safely. Period.Comment
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They should clean it, but they don'tOriginally posted by vivekgautams View PostHow to clean the stock air filters..??A regular service does not include the cleaning of the filters & they have gone real dirty.
Update: Changed the spark plug and now the hiccups have vannished
I also got my clutch adjusted by a fellow xbhpian yesterday, no more hard shifts or false neutral now
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Yes, they are paid to clean the air filters but they never do anything.Originally posted by Rtrlover83 View Post
They are experts in washing & polishing the bike after a quick oil change.This is what TVS claims as service.
Thank you for the link.Comment
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Dont blame TVS for what SVC does. There are a good no of SVC s in Blore.Originally posted by vivekgautams View PostThis is what TVS claims as service.
Thank you for the link.
May i know where you are getting your bike serviced ?site:xbhp.com keyword -> Google this to dig up stuff in xbhp fasterComment
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My affair with the Apache turns 1It has been a fantastic journey so far, done 9600 kms on odo with some minor niggles
Guys, while accelerating hard or after the bike crosses 70km/hr, the front part makes some noise, and like i had mentioned before the left side of the engine has oil like deposit, though very less.What might be the issue, please help me
Apache RTR 180 2011 | Honda Activa 2010 | CBZ Xtreme 2010 (1 month) |Apache 160 FI 2009-2010
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All my first 5 services was done in TVS service station in B'lore.After each service a small issue popped up,so the next day I would visit them & get it solved.The experience I had during 5th service was horrible.!!I had a "kat kat" sound form the engine ( a tappet adjustment was required) TVS took the bike for service & kept the beast for 4 days,when i went to pick her up,i saw white smoke from the exhaust.Originally posted by kantu View Post
The bike was not responding to the throttle, did not go beyond 90 kmph, gave a mileage of some 28kmpl.So back to service as usual..This time i had a "White smoke" problem & tappet issue.
The bike was in service for over10 days,the "white smoke" was solved,the tappet sound still present & a bill of Rs1700..
I spoke (very harshly) to the manager of the TVS service, regarding the same.
He (Service Engineer) replies,"Sir, we just wash the bike,change engine oil, tighten the nuts-bolts & polish the vehicle for each service.."
Till date i have the tappet issue..they don't even check brake fluid levels also..So what can you conclude about TVS service..??
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The oil on the left side is because of a leaking gasket. Don't worry though, it is common on all Apaches.Originally posted by Krish1417 View PostMy affair with the Apache turns 1It has been a fantastic journey so far, done 9600 kms on odo with some minor niggles
Guys, while accelerating hard or after the bike crosses 70km/hr, the front part makes some noise, and like i had mentioned before the left side of the engine has oil like deposit, though very less.What might be the issue, please help me
Hey guys I have a question. I've used the Shell AX-7 oil in my Apache for 1300 kms now. I have not noticed any leaks or such but still the oil level has become low. Is it evaporating?
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You didnt tell which SVCOriginally posted by vivekgautams View Post
For regular maintenance I go to Ashwa TVS, I know one mech there (Karthik) now hes manager so any issue i talk to him and he makes sure that mech will do it. Now when ever i go for any issue he does all extra stuff for free like lubing chain, electricals stand etc .. 
If you know some one like that its good or else its not late get to know some one For any major issue i used to go to Zen TVS in basavangudi now that manager shifted to Zen Shakti(btw this is also good). and my friend gets his bike serviced at Bridgestone(rajkumar road) and i have heard positive feedbacks form him.
Heard many complaining the same when running on semi or full syn oils but I have been running on Shell from past 15k kms and didnt notice any thing like that, just top it up.Originally posted by PsychoRider View PostHey guys I have a question. I've used the Shell AX-7 oil in my Apache for 1300 kms now. I have not noticed any leaks or such but still the oil level has become low. Is it evaporating?site:xbhp.com keyword -> Google this to dig up stuff in xbhp fasterComment
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I give it to the Meghdooth TVS service in Ulsoor or Cox town.Sorry about not mentioning.Originally posted by kantu View PostYou didnt tell which SVC For regular maintenance I go to Ashwa TVS, I know one mech there (Karthik) now hes manager so any issue i talk to him and he makes sure that mech will do it. Now when ever i go for any issue he does all extra stuff for free like lubing chain, electricals stand etc .. If you know some one like that its good or else its not late get to know some one For any major issue i used to go to Zen TVS in basavangudi now that manager shifted to Zen Shakti(btw this is also good). and my friend gets his bike serviced at Bridgestone(rajkumar road) and i have heard positive feedbacks form him.
Each time I blast the service engineer or my dad takes the bike for service, the servicing has been done quite correctly.3 services out 5 services were ok. But the other 2 was hopeless.For a complete service & repair work bike needs to left there for 10-12 day, then the work quality it really good.
Where exactly is that Bridgestone service station ,any land marks..?Comment
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Sure I will thanks. After I top it up should I still change the oil after 2k kms?Originally posted by kantu View PostLive Free, Ride HardComment
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Thanks for the replyOriginally posted by PsychoRider View PostAnd what about the sound coming from the front part (not engine) while accelerating or above 70km/hr?It is also felt near the tank/scoops.
Apache RTR 180 2011 | Honda Activa 2010 | CBZ Xtreme 2010 (1 month) |Apache 160 FI 2009-2010
Bajaj Kristal 2007-2011
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If Jayanagar is closer to u, then hv a look at Bharath TVS also. I know a couple of mechanics there too. I hv been here from past 4 years on all of my RTR variants. They are quite good as well. I usually have it checked by Rafeeq or Muthu here.Originally posted by vivekgautams View PostI give it to the Meghdooth TVS service in Ulsoor or Cox town.Sorry about not mentioning.
Each time I blast the service engineer or my dad takes the bike for service, the servicing has been done quite correctly.3 services out 5 services were ok. But the other 2 was hopeless.For a complete service & repair work bike needs to left there for 10-12 day, then the work quality it really good.
Where exactly is that Bridgestone service station ,any land marks..?Dont defeat your enemy.. destroy him. offer hope then crush it..fuel his ego then break it.. finally. deploy ABS..execute the curve..victims defeat assured.. victims confidence destroyed...!!! All with my Beast.. Racing beast....!!!!
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Maybe because of loose bolts near the fairing or the tank scoops. I'm not sure though I never faced this issue(my apache doesn't have tank scoops).Originally posted by Krish1417 View PostThanks for the replyAnd what about the sound coming from the front part (not engine) while accelerating or above 70km/hr?It is also felt near the tank/scoops.Live Free, Ride HardComment
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