Took a lot of time to restore my 2004 Zma, Black. Had a difficult time sourcing all OE spares from different vendors. Found Unique Auto Spares - Contact Number:81782883920, He deals with many OE HH spares. So, people who are restoring CBZ, ZMA, Ambition, CD Dawn etc can seek his help in procuring OE spares.

My biggest issue was that I was unable to find the gold monogram separately and had to buy the tank instead which took a lot of effort. Currently the bike doesnt run cause of a faulty floatpin needle(if anyone has a spare OE Floatpin Needle, please help) also looking for a silencer plate ring.

This is my zma.

I'm from Kerala. Spares which are changed regularly are easy to source. Even parts like cams, rockers were readily available in the local spare shop when I fixed my engine couple years back. Body panels are available in major cities. But recently I had to change the t-stem and I searched almost every well known service centers in the state but could not find one. Even placed an order at the showroom and waited two weeks but no luck. Finally I got the t-stem fixed from a lathe. Last week I had to change the lock set and it was out of stock but the spare shop guy was able to source one within two days. I have sourced few parts which are usually not easy to find from an online store called the thesparescompany.com but they went out of business a year back but now they are back online. So finding some parts will definitely be a huge task. If you can get a bike which was well maintained, go for it. Otherwise only buy one if you have plenty of time and patience for finding/fixing parts.

Hi all, I'm facing serious FE problems with my zma. I'm only getting 28 in city and 31 in highways. Engine was rebored approximately 8k kms before but the fe issue started before that. Recently I've noticed fe has gone down further so I thought would seek help here. Afr setting is at 3 full turns and bike idles at 1.2 on cold start and slightly above when engine is hot. Performance is quite well. Spark plug is g power, air filter was replaced around 5-6k kms ago. One thing I find odd is, whenever I pull choke, idle only rises up to around 2k. Spark plug colour is whitish with a very light brown tint. And I'm not ripping the bike at all. Gear shifts are around 3k rpm. My mech thought the fe problem was due to vaccum piston so we replaced it but no use. All the variables like spark plug, afr tuning, vaccum piston, chain sprocket are fine in this case. I just can't think of a reason for this low fe. So if anyone here could throw some light, it would be great. Also, I couldn't find xbhp connect app in Play Store. Haven't used xbhp for a long time. App is not available anymore?

I am from chennai and can be of help , if you are looking for one DM me

Good to know you want to go for the bike. If waiting is not an issue, then all is good. According to me, reliability is same on both, as both are same machine. For check points, many experienced riders are here, they will help.

Thanks for your response.

Waiting is not an issue, if the spares are available for sure.

Reliability-wise there is no difference between HH Karizma & Hero Karizma R, right?

I can say, finding OEM spares is sometimes serious headache, but still possible. I am from Gujarat, it is tough here to get the spares. I don't know, what is the scenario in the southern part of the country about spare parts? Hero website about spare parts is waste. If you can find Hero parts distributor in Chennai area, that should help.

Sorry for the Off-topic....

I am from Chennai & Planned to buy a used- Karizma R, Is it worth now?

If yes means Please let me know the check points I need to concentrate while inspecting the vehicle.

Usage %: City 50 & Highways 50

Is Spare availability would be an issue?



Thanks

I keep changing the oil in regular intervals. Yes, I do look for detergents in the engine oil, thanks to this thread. Thank you as well.

You had oil though less than full, and that is a plus. Most Honda engines run with oil at the minimum level without trouble... make sure oil change is done at 3K to 4 K kms (Mineral oil )and not top up. Many an engine is killed by this Top Up mentality wherein a used oil still exists inside and becomes all slimy and thick impeding circulation . It is called " The Black Death ". I had seen such an engine at a mechanic shop with top of Head opened . Everything was gummed up and the Cam, Rockers had deep groove. Beside this the engine had very poor compression...but the oil level was correct. The engine oil of course was sticky and thick black mess. So remember to change oil periodically and use an oil with plenty of Detergents to keep the engine clean and fine..

Good luck

Thank you, PSR Sir. You are a saviour​.

This is the one I have.




This is approximate 12.9 cm long, when measured from starting of the thread.
I will make a Maximum Level and Minimum Level marks according to the one which you have i.e. at 10.3 cm and at 11.5 cm, respectively.

Looks like, I was running with less engine oil than I should have, almost at minimum level. Silly me! I should have done this way earlier.

This is the image of my 2007 Karizma OE OIL Dipstick. hope it helps.

Hi!

Can someone post the length of the Karizma engine oil dipstick? A photo with scale will be better.
I accidentally broke the original one few years back. Since then, I am using the one of Splendor, it was a direct fit, but I had doubt about it's length. Due to this, I always have doubts about the engine oil level. I am not being able to get the original one.

I recently purchased the Motul 7100 20W50, 1L pack. But, I have approximate 330ml-340ml oil left in the package bottle after the replacing old engine oil, as new engine oil level has reached maximum level on Splendor dipstick.

Thanks.

Hi Guys,

This is my first post here. I have been having thoughts of restoring/getting engine work done of my 2011 Karizma R. Does anyone has any leads on good mechanic/garage in Gurgaon/Delhi with good experience in working on Karizma.

Thanks in advance.

Hi guys,

Can anyone recommend a good on-Off road Front tyre for the Karizma R? 2.75-18 size specifically.... has anyone used the Moto D in front fitment on a Karzima?

Looking for suggestions from anyone who has done rides in the Himalayas / rural rough roads / twisty hill roads etc. Thanks.

Currently using Apollo actizip F2 and it works well in dry conditions. Feeling a little slippery in wet tarmac and on twisty roads, I lose some confidence. It's generally not great for off-road (which I do a lot).

So, looking for a front tyre that is sort of Knobby in 2.75-18 configuration. Can we fit a 2.75-18 Rear tyre in Front? What are the pros and cons of doing this?

I don't know much about tyres, hence asking. Thanks so much.