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**vrags** · 06-27-2012, 12:42 PM

But, after my thorough research, i found there shoudnt be any major difference in mileage according to numerous forums. But a few of my own friends still claim they r hv seen atleast 4-5kms difference in mileage, which makes me hard to believe now.

However, since i'll be travelling this weekend on Shell under the hood, i should be able to see the difference.

My average has been 40-42 on regular so far, on 1 year old 180 ABS. Rest can share your experience here.

**vivekgautams** · 06-27-2012, 01:00 PM

Originally posted by vrags View Post

However, since i'll be travelling this weekend on Shell under the hood, i should be able to see the difference.

My average has been 40-42 on regular so far, on 1 year old 180 ABS. Rest can share your experience here.

I have used Shell Super Unleaded & i got a mileage of 50-52 at a constant speed of 60-70 kmph.

Have got better pick up, top speed as well.
I have also faced a "White smoke" problem (according to TVS svc).( I faced problems with the bike when returning from ooty, luckily it started after exiting Bandipur

)The spark plug was damaged & the cylinder head needed attention. The mechanic told me NOT to use Shell fuel.He also added that the octane number is very high(shell super unleaded) & riding at a constant high rpm will/can lead to engine ceasing..

After that incident i switched back to Shell normal unleaded..

**vrags** · 06-27-2012, 01:10 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

I have used Shell Super Unleaded & i got a mileage of 50-52 at a constant speed of 60-70 kmph.

Have got better pick up, top speed as well.
I have also faced a "White smoke" problem (according to TVS svc).( I faced problems with the bike when returning from ooty, luckily it started after exiting Bandipur

)The spark plug was damaged & the cylinder head needed attention. The mechanic told me NOT to use Shell fuel.He also added that the octane number is very high(shell super unleaded) & riding at a constant high rpm will/can lead to engine ceasing..

After that incident i switched back to Shell normal unleaded..

Oh really? this is quite interesting.. I'm yet on Shell unleaded and was plannin for super i a months time.. I should think about it now..

**vivekgautams** · 06-27-2012, 01:22 PM

Originally posted by vrags View Post

Oh really? this is quite interesting.. I'm yet on Shell unleaded and was plannin for super i a months time.. I should think about it now..

Yup..the problem popped up because I was at some 110kmph from Bandipur till Maddur ,constantly. Or The problem was caused due to high octane fuel+ high rpm+ high altitude (less oxygen). I'm not sure

But my dad's TVS Victor runs on the super unleaded & he has not face a single problem till date..

( may be he ride calmly on road

)

**shahbaz63** · 06-27-2012, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

5th free service is the last of TVS service. I think TVS svc DO change the parts. before the 5th service my bike's front brakes were spot-on,now it has become very weak

.I went back to svc to get it inspected,they told that the pads are worn out.

So...how can a brake pad get worn out in one day & kept at svc.

. Simple, TVS svc has replaced the pads with some other bike's worn out pads.
Even if u go to a personal mech. he wont have genuine spares

& you need to keep an eye on him as well.

The best thing to do is, befriend a mechanic in TVS svc. u can get spares & he wont flick original parts.Or befriend the manager of the svc & get the service done through him

Well how much time it takes for a servicing, I am willing to stand in garage/svc to see what they are doing, Even i would be happy doing some of things by myself (learning prospective)...

Originally posted by vrags View Post

However you do, better you wait for your 2nd refill to see any impact of premium fuel. I suggest you start with a pure turbo fuel rather than mixing with old one. Else, you'll hv to wait untill it completely replaces the old fuel. Also, i can suggest you to drive as much as possible on reserve, so that last few drops will take u till the nearest fuel station.. try the one which suits u.

Sure sir....

Any good Reputed mechanic/Garage in Mumbai ? Quick & Trust-able ?

Yesterday I was riding in Heavy Rain complete wait road, everything was working fine except rear Tyre, it was scary for me i mean i was feeling like i am riding with Puncture Tyre or Flat Tyre with Zero Grip (I mean it), ASAP i tries to reach above 30kmph, some weird feeling use to develop which got more scary when i am trying to turn my bike, Exactly remember the Game GTA Vice City where in if your Tyre get puncture your Car/Bike used to slide Left right, i wasn't able to brake easily too, there was lots of scary moments where i felt if i didnt slowed down or didnt straighten my bike i would have crashed a bad crash with Heavy Truck running back to back on that Ghat kind a Road, Was scary ... I am not sure what was the problem but there is something wrong With Tyre, Air Pressure or My handling of bike, however 3rd point is heartbreaking for me but can be possible, but i am riding same bike from last 2 weeks never felt any such issue ... Help ... And whats the Tyre pressure in both tyre ? I would like to know this

**shiwaan** · 06-27-2012, 04:40 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

Well how much time it takes for a servicing, I am willing to stand in garage/svc to see what they are doing, Even i would be happy doing some of things by myself (learning prospective)...

Sure sir....

Any good Reputed mechanic/Garage in Mumbai ? Quick & Trust-able ?

Yesterday I was riding in Heavy Rain complete wait road, everything was working fine except rear Tyre, it was scary for me i mean i was feeling like i am riding with Puncture Tyre or Flat Tyre with Zero Grip (I mean it), ASAP i tries to reach above 30kmph, some weird feeling use to develop which got more scary when i am trying to turn my bike, Exactly remember the Game GTA Vice City where in if your Tyre get puncture your Car/Bike used to slide Left right, i wasn't able to brake easily too, there was lots of scary moments where i felt if i didnt slowed down or didnt straighten my bike i would have crashed a bad crash with Heavy Truck running back to back on that Ghat kind a Road, Was scary ... I am not sure what was the problem but there is something wrong With Tyre, Air Pressure or My handling of bike, however 3rd point is heartbreaking for me but can be possible, but i am riding same bike from last 2 weeks never felt any such issue ... Help ... And whats the Tyre pressure in both tyre ? I would like to know this

it happens check your tyre pressure then and TVS tyres are made of hard compound so grip is very less in rain

**shahbaz63** · 06-27-2012, 04:50 PM

Originally posted by shiwaan View Post

it happens check your tyre pressure then and TVS tyres are made of hard compound so grip is very less in rain

What should be Tyre pressure reading (obv, for Both wheels) ? ?

**shiwaan** · 06-27-2012, 04:55 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

What should be Tyre pressure reading (obv, for Both wheels) ? ?

for front it is 25 psi
for rear it is 28 psi (without pillion) 32 psi (with pillion)

by the way at @ll members my odo completed 5000 kms half century
going for last service within few days
till now running awesome with ABS

**shahbaz63** · 06-27-2012, 05:05 PM

Originally posted by shiwaan View Post

for front it is 25 psi
for rear it is 28 psi (without pillion) 32 psi (with pillion)

Thanks a ton :-)

**shiwaan** · 06-27-2012, 05:08 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

Thanks a ton :-)

no need ride safe
njoy new RTR

**vivekgautams** · 06-27-2012, 07:08 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

What should be Tyre pressure reading (obv, for Both wheels) ? ?

Fill slightly more air pressure while riding in the rain..Say 26-28 in front & 33-34 in the rear.This helps channel the water on the road away from underneath the tire.

**vivekgautams** · 06-27-2012, 07:16 PM

Originally posted by shahbaz63 View Post

Well how much time it takes for a servicing, I am willing to stand in garage/svc to see what they are doing, Even i would be happy doing some of things by myself (learning prospective)...

It take quite a bit of time. Say you enter your bike at 9am at the SVC, your bike is ready by 4-5pm.. & generally SVC do not allow the customers entering the work shop..

**Iceman_1** · 06-27-2012, 07:18 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

Fill slightly more air pressure while riding in the rain..Say 26-28 in front & 33-34 in the rear.This helps channel the water on the road away from underneath the tire.

We should reduce the tire pressure during rains rather than increasing it

**rocker** · 06-27-2012, 07:38 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

Fill slightly more air pressure while riding in the rain..Say 26-28 in front & 33-34 in the rear.This helps channel the water on the road away from underneath the tire.

If you believe too much in your helmet do what you have advised. BTW no offence

We should reduce the tire pressure during rains rather than increasing it

+1

**kantu** · 06-27-2012, 07:47 PM

Originally posted by vivekgautams View Post

Fill slightly more air pressure while riding in the rain..Say 26-28 in front & 33-34 in the rear

Woah

Dont DO it ! On TVS tyres ? This helps in more skidding ! When you blow up a tire more than needed surface contact gets lost. And lesser part of tire is in contact with ground ergo reducing grip which already is thanks to TVS tires.

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