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  • Originally posted by anirudh fz1 View Post
    the Motoman used some 1000cc superbikes for his break in technique.
    they use high quality parts in those engines like forged pistons ,
    if that person saw our bikes ,he wud not hav said the same thing
    yup i know, bt had the curiosity as to what effect it would have on our Indian bikes.
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    • recently did a break-in ride of RTR 180...

      for pics, take a look at touring thread or click here...
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      • Guys, Please update here the issues faced and your experience during services. That would make things more clear and keep us updated about the issues(if any) and their solutions.

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        • I completed 980kms . I am facing problems regarding the Gearbox. Its not at all smooth , infact it suddenly downshifts itself(if thtz not happenin ,atleast i feel that its happenin), i almost skid today due to this prb , my exams r thr this weekend so ill probably go to the SVC on sunday.i faced the Hicup prb as mentioned by chicane , but it doesnt bother me much as the gearbox prb

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          • Originally posted by Grafix View Post
            I completed 980kms . I am facing problems regarding the Gearbox. Its not at all smooth , infact it suddenly downshifts itself(if thtz not happenin ,atleast i feel that its happenin), i almost skid today due to this prb , my exams r thr this weekend so ill probably go to the SVC on sunday.i faced the Hicup prb as mentioned by chicane , but it doesnt bother me much as the gearbox prb
            Thats an unusual problem prolly just with your bike. Gearbox for my bike is really slick.
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            • First Service Report!!!



              Finally, first service of my bike done . I am gonna share my views about RTR 180 in a different way...

              # Date- Thursday, 27 August, 2009

              # Amount Charged- 234 Rs.

              # Total Distance covered- 700kms

              # Mileage achieved-
              Max 52 kmpl
              Min 46 kmpl

              # Longest Ride- 125 kms

              # Top Speed achieved- 105 kmph

              # Idle RPM-
              (Before Service) 1.4 k
              (After Service) 1.1 k
              (Gonna adjust it tomorrow, trying to feel any difference between them)

              # Stares, praises, appreciation and Looks I got- Still counting !!!

              # Issues Faced-
              (Physically) Slight wrist pain.
              (Mentally) None.

              # Looks- Distinct (City's First) !!!

              # Acceleration- Awesome, no doubt!!!

              # Braking- Accurate.

              # Handling- God !!!

              # Night Visibility- Fine.

              # Exhaust Sound- Like Hip-Hop Music !!!

              # Quality of Service- Good.

              # Vibrations Felt- Less than RTR160 !!!

              # False Gearing-
              (Before Service) Not at all...
              (Immediately After Service) Yes
              (Hope this sorts out after few days)

              # To the owners- ( I want ur comments on---)

              Teflon Coating
              Wax or polish
              Full Rear Mudguard
              High Security Numberplate
              Any other engine oil
              This First service report...
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              • ny rtr owners from bangalore?? wot abt a trip on saturday??

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                • @badbikerboy

                  Superb precisely written report!!

                  Change your engine oil to the ones from Motul/Elf during next service.

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                  • Which Oil is Recommended for RTR 180? What is the Rating? 20W50 or 20W40 ?which brands?
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                    • Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
                      @badbikerboy

                      Superb precisely written report!!

                      Change your engine oil to the ones from Motul/Elf during next service.
                      thanx and i m gonna change engine oil for sure...

                      ---UPDATE---


                      # Idle RPM-
                      (Before Service) 1.4 k
                      (After Service) 1.1 k

                      (no effect, i am gonna stick to 1.1k)

                      # False Gearing-
                      (Before Service) Not at all...
                      (Immediately After Service) Yes

                      (false gearing reduced, having a problem to shift to Neutral, gonna give it more time)
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                      • @badbikerboy
                        Is that false gear shifting quite prominent ?
                        Am planning to buy this bike in about a month ... so plz report any major issues about it . Would be helpful for me.

                        BTW excellent report bro.
                        2006 Honda Activa (Sold)
                        2009 TVS Apache RTR 180 (Sold)
                        2010 VW Polo
                        2011 Honda Activa

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                        • No issue...

                          Originally posted by abhishekdborngenius View Post
                          @badbikerboy
                          Is that false gear shifting quite prominent ?

                          BTW excellent report bro.
                          thanx...

                          and I've covered 50 kms. now and no sign of false gearing now...

                          Immedietly After first service, i was having a difficulty in shifting gears as it was requiring more effort...

                          But after 50 kms, gearbox is back to normal...
                          NOW,I have no issues at all with this bike,GO FOR IT BRO...
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                          • Originally posted by abhishekdborngenius View Post
                            @badbikerboy
                            Is that false gear shifting quite prominent ?
                            Am planning to buy this bike in about a month ... so plz report any major issues about it . Would be helpful for me.

                            BTW excellent report bro.
                            Nops, False gears are a rare case in the 180. The only thing common with all the 180s is the engine refinement/tappet noise. Test ride one if you are OK with it. Other than this there are no other notable issues.

                            If you love ripping it's the RTR 180 all the way!!

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                            • Hey Guys I am planning to buy an RTR 180 pearl white. The only thing i wanna know is about the stability of the bike on high speeds on the highway. Coz my RTR 160 wobbles at top speeds when there is wind.

                              Has any one removed the saree gaurd? Please post pics. I took a test ride today at Bharath TVS. Mind blowing pick up and power. Awesome product from TVS.

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                              • Originally posted by badbikerboy View Post
                                thanx...

                                and I've covered 50 kms. now and no sign of false gearing now...

                                Immedietly After first service, i was having a difficulty in shifting gears as it was requiring more effort...

                                But after 50 kms, gearbox is back to normal...
                                NOW,I have no issues at all with this bike,GO FOR IT BRO...
                                Thankuu bro ...
                                Now no other bike stands in my mind ...
                                Will go for the RTR 180 (Black) this Navratri thanks to "badbikerboy" & "chicane1879" ...
                                Last edited by abhishekdborngenius; 08-30-2009, 03:18 AM.
                                2006 Honda Activa (Sold)
                                2009 TVS Apache RTR 180 (Sold)
                                2010 VW Polo
                                2011 Honda Activa

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