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**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 08:32 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by abhi7013 View Post

But hope there will not be any performance degrade if i use them as TT.

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I am not aware (of any) that the performance varies between using them as TT and TL.. AFAIK.. the only difference between them is TT and TL.. Otherwise grip would remain the same as the grips are same and compound is same.. TL helps in touring to an extent that you dont get stranded and its safer when riding at high speeds. If any othrr difference, please do share

**xwarrior** · 08-06-2014, 08:43 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by abhi7013 View Post

Rear MRF zapper q as TT. And front Michelin sirac street also as TT. Would that be fine? Are there no othet rear TL tyres of 110 section? If not, I'll have to settle with the above combo.

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Please don't try tubeless tyres from Birla (fire max).I don't understand what type of compound it is

.It skids like anything on wet surface.but on dry surface its better than stock.it is 100/90-18.Feeling scary to go fast in rains.

**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 08:46 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by xwarrior View Post

Please don't try tubeless tyres from Birla (fire max).I don't understand what type of compound it is

.It skids like anything on wet surface.but on dry surface its better than stock.it is 100/90-18.Feeling scary to go fast in rains.

Which one are you talking about? Is there any such brand as birla?? Never heard of it.. i always prefer MRF over any other brands in India..

**kusmaker** · 08-06-2014, 08:58 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

Which one are you talking about? Is there any such brand as birla?? Never heard of it.. i always prefer MRF over any other brands in India..

Yeah there is also a brand Birla tyres, tyres are of softer compound and erodes very fast.

**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 09:02 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by kusmaker View Post

Yeah there is also a brand Birla tyres, tyres are of softer compound and erodes very fast.

Thanks for the information.. i guess I would never go for that brand after xwarrior has given a warning [emoji3]

**kusmaker** · 08-06-2014, 09:49 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

Thanks for the information.. i guess I would never go for that brand after xwarrior has given a warning [emoji3]

Brother thanks' ke liye thanks,

i think for Indian roads Mrf's makes the best tyres, where roads are smooth like moon craters and razor like undulations.

**Divya Sharan** · 08-06-2014, 10:04 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

I am definitely changing the chain guards once I come to know we can fit the New ZMR guards and sprocket set

I wanna have a 'O' Ring chain fitted on my Black Pearl

I guess [MENTION=32286]psr[/MENTION] sir posted this a while back that the linkages are different and new sprockets are NOT a direct fit. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 10:19 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post

I guess @psr sir posted this a while back that the linkages are different and new sprockets are NOT a direct fit. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Damn it. any idea on the sprocket specifications? Just want to know

**Divya Sharan** · 08-06-2014, 10:56 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

Damn it. any idea on the sprocket specifications? Just want to know

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**psr** · 08-06-2014, 11:22 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post

I guess @psr sir posted this a while back that the linkages are different and new sprockets are NOT a direct fit. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

The sprockets , and chain of New ZMA/ZMR are direct fit on old ZMA/ZMR. The only problem likely to be faced is the increased WIDTH of the New Chain due it being "O" ring type. The NEW GB drive shaft length had been extended by 1.5mm to offset this....Only if the New Chain and sprockets are fitted on Old bikes ,we will know for sure about the probability of the Chain hitting the Crankcase..... The NEW chain Link ,Pitch and the Number of links are the same as old chain...

**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 11:34 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by psr View Post

The sprockets , and chain of New ZMA/ZMR are direct fit on old ZMA/ZMR. The only problem likely to be faced is the increased WIDTH of the New Chain due it being "O" ring type. The NEW GB drive shaft length had been extended by 1.5mm to offset this....Only if the New Chain and sprockets are fitted on Old bikes ,we will know for sure about the probability of the Chain hitting the Crankcase..... The NEW chain Link ,Pitch and the Number of links are the same as old chain...

Thank you foe the information. What will be the effects on changing the drive shaft of the old zmr and zma.. any bad after effects?? Is it possible to change the drive shaft along with the sprocket kit? Is it a costly affair?? Am a noob at this

**psr** · 08-06-2014, 11:44 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

Thank you foe the information. What will be the effects on changing the drive shaft of the old zmr and zma.. any bad after effects?? Is it possible to change the drive shaft along with the sprocket kit? Is it a costly affair?? Am a noob at this

Simply not worth it...because to change the shaft you have to split the crank case ie., open the Engine fully...I think the "O" ring chain may fit in old bikes with a little bit of adjustment . There had been cases of Pulsar "O" ring chain fitted on to ZMA ..though the Pulsar chain is short by 3 links. in such cases old liks were used or two chains bought and one is butchered for the extra links....I feel the present chain and sprockets are just fine and lubing every 800~1000 Kms will keep things in good shape...You have experienced the same in your long trip.

**rreneav1987** · 08-06-2014, 11:52 AM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by psr View Post

Simply not worth it...because to change the shaft you have to split the crank case ie., open the Engine fully...I think the "O" ring chain may fit in old bikes with a little bit of adjustment . There had been cases of Pulsar "O" ring chain fitted on to ZMA ..though the Pulsar chain is short by 3 links. in such cases old liks were used or two chains bought and one is butchered for the extra links....I feel the present chain and sprockets are just fine and lubing every 800~1000 Kms will keep things in good shape...You have experienced the same in your long trip.

A perfect experience as well sir. I guess the O ring requires extra attention and extra maintenance.. i.e in case of open chain guards.. lets see. I am waiting for the stocks to appear and i will try to see if they can fit it or else stock sprockets it is

.. completed 24000 with them already.

Though the chain set is tight.. i hear chain noise.. as if they are getting hit against the chain guard. What could be the reason. Noticed this when riding over potholes and speed breakers.. checked the chain tensioner and it seems normal..

**psr** · 08-06-2014, 12:00 PM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post

A perfect experience as well sir. I guess the O ring requires extra attention and extra maintenance.. i.e in case of open chain guards.. lets see. I am waiting for the stocks to appear and i will try to see if they can fit it or else stock sprockets it is

.. completed 24000 with them already.

Though the chain set is tight.. i hear chain noise.. as if they are getting hit against the chain guard. What could be the reason. Noticed this when riding over potholes and speed breakers.. checked the chain tensioner and it seems normal..

Park bike on main stand, open the chain inspection hole in chain guard, and check how the chain runs when wheel is rotated in forward direction. You will notice that the chain goes up and down as the wheel is rotated ....Check the tightness of chain when the chain goes up max.you should have 20mm up down play..more than this will lead to chain slap sound while going on a bump...

**AmoghDox** · 08-06-2014, 12:33 PM

Re: Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Came back from 800 KM round trip to Kokan, travelogue is still in process, need to ask one quick questions regarding cross winds, it was the major issue in the entire ride, wind side-drag was too much, en number of occasions it almost pushed from one side to another any ideas? am i the only one who is facing this issue or all the ZMR owners? does it because of extra weight of Top-box?

How to resolve this issue?

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