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  • #2581
    Originally posted by shivank View Post
    But like you two have mentioned,I too feel there's a difference in acceleration ..something related to smoothness..
    Exactly.Now i can say that it's not psychological as others have also felt the same. In fact, it is more noticeable in my Victor rather than the RTR.

    Originally posted by julianpaul View Post
    Xtrapremium doesn't have any additives unlike speed or power. It's only difference is that it's 91 octane. Speed and power (not 93/97) on the other hand are regular 87 octane with detergents added.

    People can say all they want about high-octane fuels being only for high-compression engines but i've noticed better performance and cooler running with a number of bikes from the RD, cbz, boxer and the fi. Here's something even better. I have a total of 4 IOC pumps in my area where i get xtrapremium. But the one closest to my home gives me the best performance. Go figure.
    Xtrapremium does use additive.In fact, it's the only one which uses addtives, AFAIK.Check this out...The Hindu : Business : IOC to launch premium petrol

    And yes even i have noticed sharper performance and cooler running of the engine. But somehow i dont use it too often. Once a week is what works out for me. Also, i havent noticed any bump in the mileage whatsoever contrary to their claims.For mileage gains, there's BP Speed!!

    Originally posted by flyingJian View Post
    Guys any suggestions or any fix abt this one. Or i have to live with this problem?
    You need to find it yourself.Has to be fairing. Check the whole setup.

    Btw, Guys check this out.Quick throttle kit for RTR 180. Also it is connected to the front brake. Dunno what it is. Pic taken by my brother's friend at a TVS SVC.








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    • #2582
      Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
      it is connected to the front brake. Dunno what it is. Pic taken by my brother's friend at a TVS SVC.







      Now this is interesting. Anyone has any idea what this is all about?
      You can only ride better tomorrow if you ride safe today.

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      • #2583
        that is a pressure regulating valve , better marketed as 'ABS' by saferide abs and various chinese cos . that mechanical device claims to function as a ABS device .

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        • #2584
          when I was riding on a long stretch, suddenly the bike gasped for fuel.. This time there was plenty of fuel though. it was as if the bike was delivering power in bursts

          Any problem that you can think of? Will soon give my bike to first service. Didn't ride it above 5k rpm, but have gone past 65 a few times.. hope it hasn't spoiled the bike!

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          • #2585
            Originally posted by rng View Post
            when I was riding on a long stretch, suddenly the bike gasped for fuel.. This time there was plenty of fuel though. it was as if the bike was delivering power in bursts

            Any problem that you can think of? Will soon give my bike to first service. Didn't ride it above 5k rpm, but have gone past 65 a few times.. hope it hasn't spoiled the bike!
            That Doesnt Spoil the Bike
            You Wont See Me In U'r RVM.. Coz U'll Be In Mine

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            • #2586
              Originally posted by theguitarfreak View Post
              Now this is interesting. Anyone has any idea what this is all about?
              Thats not a quick acceleration kit..... thats ABS,
              You Wont See Me In U'r RVM.. Coz U'll Be In Mine

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              • #2587
                Originally posted by kochumvk View Post
                Hi friendz,
                Whats the top speed you have managed to achieve on RTR 180(speedo read).
                Love the acceleration it packs.
                I clocked 109 on mine.... waiting for the 1st service to get over with.
                You Wont See Me In U'r RVM.. Coz U'll Be In Mine

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                • #2588
                  Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
                  Xtrapremium does use additive.In fact, it's the only one which uses addtives, AFAIK.Check this out...The Hindu : Business : IOC to launch premium petrol

                  And yes even i have noticed sharper performance and cooler running of the engine. But somehow i dont use it too often. Once a week is what works out for me. Also, i havent noticed any bump in the mileage whatsoever contrary to their claims.For mileage gains, there's BP Speed!!
                  The article seems to be a report straight from a press-release from IOC. And there's no mention of the 91-octane rating which is the main USP of xtrapremium. I can't remember now but i recall xtra having no additives. And if as you say it's the only one with additives, then what does speed and power offer? and c'mon man, if you've noticed better perf why use it only once a week?
                  Last edited by julianpaul; 04-27-2010, 08:41 AM.

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                  • #2589
                    Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post

                    That's a quick throttle, one needs habit to ride it, and it's useless in RTR specially in city and daily driving.


                    Originally posted by rng View Post
                    when I was riding on a long stretch, suddenly the bike gasped for fuel.. This time there was plenty of fuel though. it was as if the bike was delivering power in bursts

                    Any problem that you can think of? Will soon give my bike to first service. Didn't ride it above 5k rpm, but have gone past 65 a few times.. hope it hasn't spoiled the bike!
                    Your secondary jet is chocked, get it cleaned.


                    @kukku035:

                    Use multiquote option.
                    The Magician"

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                    • #2590
                      Originally posted by julianpaul View Post
                      The article seems to be a report straight from a press-release from IOC. And there's no mention of the 91-octane rating which is the main USP of xtrapremium. I can't remember now but i recall xtra having no additives. And if as you say it's the only one with additives, then what does speed and power offer? and c'mon man, if you've noticed better perf why use it only once a week?
                      Well it's the extra 'premium' is what they charge puts me off from using it regularly. As there is no tangible benefit apart from smoothness.

                      "Additive contents in Xtrapremium and Speed"
                      The additive package contains proprietary components, including a detergent dispersant, a friction modifier and a corrosion inhibitor, as a perfectly optimised formulation in synthetic carrier oil. The detergent dispersant cleans the fuel system and the friction modifier drastically reduces friction in the non-lubricated engine area, thereby contributing to fuel economy.

                      "Speed" is a blend of petrol and world-class multi-functional additives, sourced from Chevron Oronite Company LLC, a ChevronTexaco company, which complies with EPA 97 (Environment Protection Agency, USA) requirements. "Speed" contains unique deposit control additives that effectively remove harmful deposits from all fuel metering systems and components resulting in enhanced overall engine performance - easy starting / smooth idling, maximum power and acceleration, reduced emission, and no engine knocking - improved mileage and reduced maintenance costs.


                      Still from my personal experiences from last 6 years, IOC imparts smoothness and more linear performance whereas Speed gives better mileage.Also if you switch from XP to Speed you will notice significant drop in bike's refinement quality.


                      @rng

                      Did you experience it only once?
                      If Yes, then...Next time you face similar situation, stop the bike and open the fuel lid for some seconds and then close it and start riding again. This happens when there is air-trap inside the fuel tank which hampers the fuel flow to the carburettor.

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                      • #2591
                        LOL @ extra premium!

                        Hmm, it costs what, 2 bucks more than regular? I think it's worth it for the benefits over regular. and it's still cheaper compared to speed and power no ?

                        Hey so if xtra has a detergent component added then it's great for FIs.

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                        • #2592
                          So far....
                          Day - 15
                          Odometer reading - 1004kms
                          Mileage - 50kms and still going
                          Gear shifts at 4000rpm.

                          The run-in is complete. The bike now looks seasoned. The right hand is itching very badly! However, I am not going to open up the bike to its top speed as of now. A gradual (Periodical) increase in the speed might be better! Well, that is what I think at least! And I am going to stick to it!
                          Last edited by Makky; 04-27-2010, 04:11 PM.

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                          • #2593
                            Originally posted by julianpaul View Post
                            Hey so if xtra has a detergent component added then it's great for FIs.
                            For the sake of a cleaner injector, i'll try it next time.
                            The Magician"

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                            • #2594
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                              • #2595
                                Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
                                Exactly.Now i can say that it's not psychological as others have also felt the same. In fact, it is more noticeable in my Victor rather than the RTR..
                                Same here..I am a fan of 'speed' (both) since my days with Activa..If anyone here could not feel the difference between the speed and normal fuel..Try experimenting it with the Activa.There's a significant difference in smoothness..From butter-smooth to 'malai'!..

                                P.S: What's Activa's comp.ratio??
                                If you ride like there's no tomorrow...worry not there won't be!

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