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  • #6436
    I noticed a problem with my rtr a few weeks ago and it is persisting since. Under moderate and normal braking (front disc), the brake grips the disc, then releases and grips it again. this goes on till the bike stops. Its like ABS in extreme slow motion. This gives a bouncy effect to my front wheel. Has anyone else faced this problem?

    Another thing.. are the tubeless tires on the rtr 180 of the same compound as the 160? i am thinking of changing to tubeless tires after facing 6 punctures and 2 tube replacements. and i am a little wary of changing the tire size as i dont know the effect it will have on the handling of the bike..

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    • #6437
      Originally posted by nox2505 View Post
      I use matt finish black paint. spray Can costs 180/- here in mumbai. Its called acrylic laquor. Finish is ditto as wheels, swing arms and accesories.
      I have this brand called Bosny, their no. 39 black. It's not very glossy but its nowhere near matte. Can you give more details on the exact paint you have.

      Originally posted by venkatesh_B View Post
      i have been used to the half clutch system till date and my hands starts aching after some 5 kms.
      The clutch should only be used when changing gear, when moving from standstill about till the bike is fast enough so you can lift your feet off the ground, and just before you come to a complete stop (note i didn't say slowing down). Any other use of the clutch is incorrect riding technique. I don't want to sound bossy, but you need to learn to ride buddy.

      Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
      Will get 401 Q sandpaper then, i think it will serve my purpoes alone.
      but will it take out the paint a bit? or it's just too fine?
      The 211 might wear out the paint a bit if you rub too hard, it's good for roughening the surface, but the 401 will NOT remove paint however much you try. It has a kind of rubbery finish almost. Dunno how to explain. Buy a sheet and see. It will do the job.


      Originally posted by junaidwangde View Post
      I noticed a problem with my rtr a few weeks ago and it is persisting since. Under moderate and normal braking (front disc), the brake grips the disc, then releases and grips it again. this goes on till the bike stops. Its like ABS in extreme slow motion. This gives a bouncy effect to my front wheel. Has anyone else faced this problem?

      Another thing.. are the tubeless tires on the rtr 180 of the same compound as the 160? i am thinking of changing to tubeless tires after facing 6 punctures and 2 tube replacements. and i am a little wary of changing the tire size as i dont know the effect it will have on the handling of the bike..
      Your disc is probably warped and out of true. If so you will need to replace it. The manual specifies a face out of 0.1mm so there isn't much margin.

      You wont be able to use the 180's rear tyre because it's a 17" while the 160s use an 18" rear. The width difference is the least of your concerns.
      Last edited by julianpaul; 06-06-2010, 02:14 AM.

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      • #6438
        Originally posted by julianpaul View Post
        The 211 might wear out the paint a bit if you rub too hard, it's good for roughening the surface, but the 401 will NOT remove paint however much you try. It has a kind of rubbery finish almost. Dunno how to explain. Buy a sheet and see. It will do the job.
        This cleared it.
        Will buy the 401.
        The Magician"

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        • #6439
          thanks renny

          Originally posted by julianpaul View Post


          The clutch should only be used when changing gear, when moving from standstill about till the bike is fast enough so you can lift your feet off the ground, and just before you come to a complete stop (note i didn't say slowing down). Any other use of the clutch is incorrect riding technique. I don't want to sound bossy, but you need to learn to ride buddy.
          buddy, i know that. i asked about half clutch bcz these many years i have been riding with half clutch system and now full clutch is bit difficult for me.

          sometimes the neutral light doesnt glow even if the bike is in neutral. help me out. this leads me into revving the bike in signal without any movement and ppl's horn starts blowing. hell. when i took the bike to the showroom, the bike is behaving normal.
          Ride Safe!!

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          • #6440
            @venkatesh_B:

            It may be your habit to ride half clutch, like people having habit to take off in second gear always in a car.
            But these both are wrong, and are not correct way to drive a vehicle.

            Whats your logic behind the "half clutch" riding habit?
            The Magician"

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            • #6441
              every time i have to pull the clutch lever completely for a gear shift. thats why. but this is not the big prob now. the biggest is the neutral light prob. guys pls help out
              Ride Safe!!

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              • #6442
                Originally posted by venkatesh_B View Post
                every time i have to pull the clutch lever completely for a gear shift. thats why. but this is not the big prob now. the biggest is the neutral light prob. guys pls help out
                This Half clutch phenomenon will shorten your clutch life and moreover the bike will deliver low mileage.Correct me if I am Wrong!

                Neutral Light Problem Boleto?
                Speak Less,Speak Wise!

                Sarcasm is my automatic response to stupidity.

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                • #6443
                  @haxor:

                  You come up with diff avatars everytime but this wins your parade!!!!!
                  The Magician"

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                  • #6444
                    Originally posted by julianpaul View Post
                    I have this brand called Bosny, their no. 39 black. It's not very glossy but its nowhere near matte. Can you give more details on the exact paint you have.


                    Right now dont have the can with me. Will post the details soon. The brand name is Kobe(made in japan or china)
                    There's lot to it other than saddle....


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                    • #6445
                      "Com- Paint" cans are also good.
                      The Magician"

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                      • #6446
                        Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                        Any ideas guys how to get rid of the "shine" of the paint i applied to the side stand, rear chain nut adjuster cover? As the shine is not going with the overall "dull" paint scheme.

                        i have one option, wash it with strong "SURF" solution.
                        Any other ideas than this?
                        Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                        "Com- Paint" cans are also good.
                        Yeah, Com Paint cans are good. I once painted my old Esteem's spoiler completely with it!
                        As for your dulling requirement, use the white colored 3M soft rubbing compound, or if you wanna dull it more, then use paint cutters meant for cars, you can get them at any automobile shop.
                        Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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                        • #6447
                          Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post
                          As for your dulling requirement, use the white colored 3M soft rubbing compound, or if you wanna dull it more, then use paint cutters meant for cars, you can get them at any automobile shop.
                          I bought a sheet of 401 sandpaper as JULIAN suggested and it served my purpoes.
                          The Magician"

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                          • #6448
                            Originally posted by haxor View Post
                            This Half clutch phenomenon will shorten your clutch life and moreover the bike will deliver low mileage.Correct me if I am Wrong!

                            Neutral Light Problem Boleto?
                            sometimes neutral light doesn't glow even if the gear is in neutral.
                            Ride Safe!!

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                            • #6449
                              Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                              "Com- Paint" cans are also good.
                              I have yet to find a spray paint that gives a REAL matte finish like powder coating. In fact our stock grey rtr finish is even more matte than powder coating. I'll check out com paints and the kobe one that nox mentioned.

                              Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                              I bought a sheet of 401 sandpaper as JULIAN suggested and it served my purpoes.
                              cool!


                              Originally posted by venkatesh_B View Post
                              sometimes neutral light doesn't glow even if the gear is in neutral.
                              There is a neutral sensor switch in the crancakse. Have it checked. Could also be a wiring fault anywhere in the circuit from the switch to the light. Check that too. The indicator light could also be faulty. check that too. LOL. I feel funny after what i just posted.
                              Last edited by julianpaul; 06-07-2010, 04:26 PM.

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                              • #6450
                                Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                                @haxor:

                                You come up with diff avatars everytime but this wins your parade!!!!!
                                He he ...The person in the pic is one of my friend who is a nut like me!

                                Damn :

                                TVS Apache RTR FI 160 - The Race unleashed
                                http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RWOhY_Kk7w&playnext_from=TL&videos=7k4t-pFWLoU&feature=grec_index
                                Racing Throttle Response
                                Last edited by haxor; 06-07-2010, 08:32 PM.
                                Speak Less,Speak Wise!

                                Sarcasm is my automatic response to stupidity.

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