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  • Originally posted by psr View Post
    It is not preferred to go for the High Lift cam since it causes repeated problem with valve clearance ie., tappet adjustment , and also causes increased tappet noise. Some owners had complained of increased drive train wear. Regarding the Piston, it is slightly increased compression . To use or not is user's discretion.
    Overall the smoothness of the engine is not the same as the older Karizma with Stock , Older version of Piston and Cam.
    Good Luck.
    psr thanks sir..i remember reading it in the initial pages but after changover the pages number changed and i lost track of those pages..i spent hours to find out where that info is and later thought just drop a message to sir and i will get crisp reply.. than.
    i am also dropping a message to you for little modification thing irrevelent to this thread..please reply if possible.. thanks
    Last edited by rawat97; 03-15-2021, 05:12 PM.

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    • Hello psr sir..i was trying to ask this question through message but looks i am not able to reach due to message limit..anyways sir i have to use cbz classic silencer for some reason for couple of months so ot will have reduce back pressure as it have 4 holes drilled on exhaust.just wondering how will it affect engine and any tuning is required to make it work.thanks

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      • Originally posted by rawat97 View Post
        Hello psr sir..i was trying to ask this question through message but looks i am not able to reach due to message limit..anyways sir i have to use cbz classic silencer for some reason for couple of months so ot will have reduce back pressure as it have 4 holes drilled on exhaust.just wondering how will it affect engine and any tuning is required to make it work.thanks
        Owners have used Old CBZ silencers without the Catcon for improvement in acceleration . Beware it increases Exhaust emissions and with Govt making testing much more strict, passing the smog test may become a problem. For 4 wheelers the present testing is done on BS III Standards, and those failing will be de-registered .
        When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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        • Thanks psr sir..i am not removing catcon plus its bs3 silencer i think ,ncr was having bs3 norms from 2004 i believe. Sir is there any way i can speak/chat with you around this like for 5-10 mins..your expert guidance will help me lot in my current project otherwise it will be a guess and see type.. thanks
          Last edited by rawat97; 03-23-2021, 01:31 AM.

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          • Originally posted by phanikar View Post

            MC Kit Doesn't have any relation with the Brake light being on. Could be the brake light switch(Under the lever) is a goner. That will make you feel that the MC is the culprit.
            In this case the brake lever doesn't go back fully and hence the switch is activated.
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            • Originally posted by psr View Post

              Ji first check if the Brake lever goes back to rest position when you release it. If it does not, check for lubrication. If it still does not return fully back , then there is contamination of brake fluid making the the Master cylinder piston "O" rings to swell and become tight. Changing the master cylinder kit AFTER flushing and cleaning the old brake fluid is the only way out.
              I am assuming the brake light switch position is not altered and is in good condition.
              Sir, the lever doesn't go back fully. The switch is in good condition. Lubrication seems ok. The mech said he can repair it. Or is changing it better? The light being on doesn't affect the electricals much since I have an upgraded battery. But the ones behind me won't know when I apply brakes.
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              • Originally posted by acs1207 View Post

                Sir, the lever doesn't go back fully. The switch is in good condition. Lubrication seems ok. The mech said he can repair it. Or is changing it better? The light being on doesn't affect the electricals much since I have an upgraded battery. But the ones behind me won't know when I apply brakes.
                I had faced similar problem with my Karizma and only after changing the MC kit I was able to see the brake lever go fully back . The "O" rings on the Master Cylinder Piston had swelled due to contamination of brake fluid....
                When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                • Hi psr sir ..hope you remeber me ..i spoke regarding cbz silencer if you remember..just want to check for knowledge..if we can fit duke 200 older 42t sprocket ?..are you aware if any other bigger sprocket can fit?.what about chain adjustment and size..not sure if you are aware but any advice will help..thanks

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                  • Originally posted by rawat97 View Post
                    Hi psr sir ..hope you remeber me ..i spoke regarding cbz silencer if you remember..just want to check for knowledge..if we can fit duke 200 older 42t sprocket ?..are you aware if any other bigger sprocket can fit?.what about chain adjustment and size..not sure if you are aware but any advice will help..thanks
                    I do remember you and your queries. Regarding the rear sprocket , the mounting holes have to match for fitment. The old Pulsar rear sprockets used to fit the Karizma ,if I remember right, old ones had 39 teeth to 42 teeth. There is a Forum specifically for sprocketing. called " World of Sprockets " which will help you decide.
                    Good Luck.
                    When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                    • Originally posted by psr View Post

                      I do remember you and your queries. Regarding the rear sprocket , the mounting holes have to match for fitment. The old Pulsar rear sprockets used to fit the Karizma ,if I remember right, old ones had 39 teeth to 42 teeth. There is a Forum specifically for sprocketing. called " World of Sprockets " which will help you decide.
                      Good Luck.
                      Thanks sir..sure i will have a look and still my bike external minor paint job ,bixenon projector & tyre upgrade to 120/80 left also going for sealed chain..due to covid lockdown it all stucked so once everything complete..will send you photos..i had a quick run and first couple of gears were hard but it was cleanly pulling from 40 onwards so engine seems properly bored..duke 42 teeth old ones can fit but chain length will be problem...will have a look again

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                      • Hi,

                        Any good karizma mechanics or workshop in South Bangalore? I have a 2009 zma-r which was idle for a year. After returning to Bangalore I checked with a local mechanic since the battery was gone and there was knocking. He suggested me to sell but I don't want to since I have a lot of memories with the bike. I spent around 12k and the bike was rideable, but just after 3 months, now again the knocking sound and has some electrical issues. I am fed up and I learnt that sai motors is no better. Wanted to check whether I can get a reference? I used to go to Alva near jayadeva but don't think he is working there anymore. Wanted to check with you all if you have a connect who can source the spares.

                        Thanks,
                        Krishna
                        1> 2007 ZMA-R Aug '07-Sep '08 (25k kms)
                        2> 2009 ZMA-R Mar-09 till date (19k kms)

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                        • Originally posted by krishnadevanur View Post
                          Hi,

                          Any good karizma mechanics or workshop in South Bangalore? I have a 2009 zma-r which was idle for a year. After returning to Bangalore I checked with a local mechanic since the battery was gone and there was knocking. He suggested me to sell but I don't want to since I have a lot of memories with the bike. I spent around 12k and the bike was rideable, but just after 3 months, now again the knocking sound and has some electrical issues. I am fed up and I learnt that sai motors is no better. Wanted to check whether I can get a reference? I used to go to Alva near jayadeva but don't think he is working there anymore. Wanted to check with you all if you have a connect who can source the spares.

                          Thanks,
                          Krishna
                          If you are in Bangalore, then Mr. Phaniker can help. He is an Authority on Karizma and is a Xbhp senior member. He can guide you.
                          When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                          • Originally posted by psr View Post

                            If you are in Bangalore, then Mr. Phaniker can help. He is an Authority on Karizma and is a Xbhp senior member. He can guide you.
                            Thank you psr sir. It's been a while I am on this forum. Can anyone help me with Mr.Phaniker's handle ?

                            Thanks,
                            Krishna
                            1> 2007 ZMA-R Aug '07-Sep '08 (25k kms)
                            2> 2009 ZMA-R Mar-09 till date (19k kms)

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                            • Originally posted by krishnadevanur View Post

                              Thank you psr sir. It's been a while I am on this forum. Can anyone help me with Mr.Phaniker's handle ?

                              Thanks,
                              Krishna
                              Never mind, I am stupid 😂
                              1> 2007 ZMA-R Aug '07-Sep '08 (25k kms)
                              2> 2009 ZMA-R Mar-09 till date (19k kms)

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                              • Hi..i was recently browsing karizma top speed videos on youtube and noticed earlier karizma 3,4,5 gearing were on shorter side .i was not able to make which yr is what but the older ones were topping @80-82 at redline in 3rd gear & 100-105 at 4th gear just start of redline and 125 comes again at redline in 5th gear ..in the recent karizma not the ebr ones 4th gear top out at 115 at red line and 127-128 come at around 7600 -7700 rpm and it tops out there and doesnot goes towards redline .so this means recent pre facelift karizma may be bs3 have over gearing compare to earlier ones and thats why their average was also great and acceleration was less ..have any one have any idea around it?
                                psr sir any idea around it?
                                Last edited by rawat97; 09-02-2021, 04:01 AM.

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