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**biker_bala** · 01-06-2012, 02:22 AM

Originally posted by kettitude View Post

Hey guys,
I want to cancel my current 350 and go up to 500.

Never mind, its worth the wait.....27Bhp

, 20ltr fuel tank, foot pegs adjusted for cruising, MRF zapper tyres at the rear, a 55w halogen headlamp, a digital console

, rear disk breaks.......all these are worth the wait !!!!
Check with your dealer and have change the booking for TBTS 500 instead of 350.

**biker_bala** · 01-06-2012, 02:24 AM

Originally posted by Jeevan25 View Post

Hello Biker_Bala

Thank you very much for the ownership experience. You don't know, how many questions of mine you answered through your experience. I am feeling a great relief.. thanks again.

Hey buddy for you as well, let the better give way for the best !!!
Why don't you wait for this new TBTS 500 ????

**anindyameister** · 01-07-2012, 01:55 AM

Well to be honest, I think I like the older one aesthetically. The most striking difference is the lack of chrome and the overall color theme is matte black. What I am curious about is can we old 350 TB owners will be able to retrofit our bikes with the rear swing arm for wider tires and the rear disk brake ? Currently for these upgrades, one has to take third party help. Maybe now RE will be able to do the upgrades. What do you guys think ?

**Jeevan25** · 01-08-2012, 02:48 AM

Originally posted by biker_bala View Post

Hey buddy for you as well, let the better give way for the best !!!
Why don't you wait for this new TBTS 500 ????

Hey its amazing news...do you have any idea about the price?? what is the waiting period??

**princesirohi** · 01-10-2012, 12:21 AM

if i want to purchase the new thunderbird 500, i want to know -

what is the top speed of current thunderbird 350
how comfortable/confidence inspiring the bike is at speeds above 100
how comfortable it is to ride a thunderbird, since i will be doing 160 kms daily i.e. 80 kms to office and back on highway.

**jayanth_b_p** · 01-10-2012, 12:28 AM

Originally posted by princesirohi View Post

if i want to purchase the new thunderbird 500, i want to know -

what is the top speed of current thunderbird 350
120km/hr
how comfortable/confidence inspiring the bike is at speeds above 100
Not so good. It is at its best if ridden at speeds of 80-95km/hr.
how comfortable it is to ride a thunderbird, since i will be doing 160 kms daily i.e. 80 kms to office and back on highway.
160km ? It does it without a sweat

Answers in Bold.

**biker_bala** · 01-10-2012, 05:49 AM

Originally posted by jayanth_b_p View Post

Answers in Bold.

+1 to that...

but for the top speed is concerned, mine does a max of 110Kmph only though the RE claimed figure is 120kmph. Braking is good as well.

**biker_bala** · 01-10-2012, 06:53 AM

Originally posted by Jeevan25 View Post

Hey its amazing news...do you have any idea about the price?? what is the waiting period??

Jeevan, I don't really have any update on this. The price tag should be somewhere around 1.5L (the cost of CL500). It's better to check with an RE dealer regarding waiting period....it greatly varies between dealer to dealer. If you are an avid tourer, it's really worth the wait.

**sakshar** · 01-10-2012, 07:32 AM

Originally posted by jayanth_b_p View Post

Answers in Bold.

+1 to that.

But, I did manage to maintain it at 125 kmph last weekend only for at least 15 seconds.

**biker_bala** · 01-11-2012, 05:13 AM

Originally posted by sakshar View Post

.....I did manage to maintain it at 125 kmph last weekend only for at least 15 seconds.

I guess its a problem with my speedo, reason being, when i went along with my friend (who rides an electra) to bangalore, during our return after krishnagiri, i signalled him 105 when he was riding behind me. He is a speed maniac and i ride fast only when i ride with him (otherwise i am kind of comfortable with 80 to 95 range). When he changed lane and twisted his throttle, i knew that he would surpass me so completed my throttle and slowly he started to be behind me and at one point of time i didn't see him in the RVM. So i was waiting for him in the second tollgate (from krishnagiri to chennai). He arrived and claimed he was constantly touching 115kmph still couldn't keep up with me and was eager to know what speed i was riding. When i said, my needle never passed 110 barrier, he was suprised

.....So do i

.

So i strongly believe that in either ways, this speedo reading is not reliable, but for book value mine still remains @ 110

.

**sakshar** · 01-11-2012, 07:59 AM

Originally posted by biker_bala View Post

I guess its a problem with my speedo, reason being, when i went along with my friend (who rides an electra) to bangalore, during our return after krishnagiri, i signalled him 105 when he was riding behind me. He is a speed maniac and i ride fast only when i ride with him (otherwise i am kind of comfortable with 80 to 95 range). When he changed lane and twisted his throttle, i knew that he would surpass me so completed my throttle and slowly he started to be behind me and at one point of time i didn't see him in the RVM. So i was waiting for him in the second tollgate (from krishnagiri to chennai). He arrived and claimed he was constantly touching 115kmph still couldn't keep up with me and was eager to know what speed i was riding. When i said, my needle never passed 110 barrier, he was suprised

.....So do i

.

So i strongly believe that in either ways, this speedo reading is not reliable, but for book value mine still remains @ 110

.

I must say, we have similar mentalities while riding. I usually keep myself between 60-80 kmph. But, I was trying out this options. I could reach 92 kmph(approximately) on 4th gear and thereby, I could achieve that speed.

**ggsarankumar** · 01-13-2012, 07:03 PM

Hi guys,

I am looking for the following products. Can you guys refer some good brand?

1. Chain Cleaner
2. Chain Lube
3. Engine oil - (Confused whether to use synthetic or normal one)

Have anyone fitted disc break to rear? if so pictures pls.

Thx

**nashrider** · 01-13-2012, 07:59 PM

Hi Guys ,

Off late Im having problems with my kick start .

The bike is not starting . The kick start doesnt go all the way , is very tough and Im getting some whirrring sound whenver I try to kick start.
It feels as if the kick start gear is touching some this thus restricting the movement.

Any Ideas/Suggestions will be welcome .

**biker_bala** · 01-17-2012, 07:28 PM

Originally posted by nashrider View Post

Hi Guys ,

Off late Im having problems with my kick start .

The bike is not starting . The kick start doesnt go all the way , is very tough and Im getting some whirrring sound whenver I try to kick start.
It feels as if the kick start gear is touching some this thus restricting the movement.

Any Ideas/Suggestions will be welcome .

Hope you are doing it right, just want to make sure....when you say you kick start, do you just hit the kicker (as we do for non RE bikes) ??? Press the kicker down to the full extent and it will feel very hard sometimes, but repeat it several times and once you have a smooth flow of the kicker, just hit the kick and the bike will start without any issue.

Earlier, I have faced some problems with my bike getting off with a weird sound (a cranking noise

) when i tried to kick start, but it vanished when i adjusted my idling screw

**akshayrbk** · 02-09-2012, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by madelikeagun View Post

Hello Eshan,

Ofcourse I will share my experience. If you read my old threads you will know my experience with my bull was bitter sweet.

I researched for 1 whole year to understand this is not going to be a high quality Japanese model where everything is going to be perfect.

I had my issues from day 1. Carburetor float got stuck and I lost fuel worth 400 Rs from the over drain pipe. Although I didn't sue Royal Enfield, they fixed that issue for me on spot.

I also had starting problem, where when I clicked the start button, I heard a tick tick sound but engine starter motor never worked. I had to kick start. Both issues have been rectified on spot and till today I have been running fine. I can only thank myself because I calibrated my patience level enough preparing for these sort of stuff by reading others experience.

I cannot give you a long term report, however after 2 months and 3000 kilometers, my bull has not let me down. Its powerful, low end torque is a boon, and 5th gear is a super cruiser.

I stick with the running period specifics. Few worse things are the warranty - 1 year or 10000 kilometers tells you the confidence level of how much of a quality the product is.

The fuel tank cap could have been a much better quality. Due to the engine heat, fuel evaporates at a much higher rate through the fuel cap which is disappointing. Water can seep through the fuel cap easily. After rain, just open the fuel cap and look under, you will see droplets of water. This can cause problems later.

The fuel caps I had on the unicorn was excellent quality, the only bike i can compare with. There is no chance for water seep through or fuel evaporation due to the design. This is my take. I am in the process of finding a better fuel cap.

35 W head lamps is a waste. Get HID or fix 55W better halogens. All switches on the bike are high quality, better than the Honda's. I was impressed.

The riding experience is for you to ride and know. So I guess this may help you a little.

i've done about 3k km on my bull and experiencing the same problem with the fuel cap and headlamp. wanted to know what you did abt it... also planning to go for an HID. Can i go ahead and replace it or does it need any mods?

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