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**acs1207** · 09-26-2011, 04:13 PM

stunner cg attempted

Today Vineeth and I attempted to fit a Stunner crash guard on ZMA R . The fitting is straight on

but the front mud guard will touch it in action

. So we returned it . Have asked the vendor for the 'other' stunner crash guard . He said he'll ask and let us know later .

In the pic: Vineeth trying out his telekinesis power to suit the crash guard to the ZMA R. Sadly , he's not that much of an expert in the subject !!

**psr** · 09-26-2011, 05:08 PM

Originally posted by pavan_zma View Post

I have a 5 year old Karizma and have a strange problem associated with it since I bought the bike .

While riding the bike, when ever the bike runs over a pot hole or a hump no matter the speed of the bike the front part (not sure if its handle, fork or wheel) of the bike starts swaying left and right and it feels very scary. I will have to either slow down the bike until it stops swaying or I will have to stop it and have to push the front suspension of the bike back and forth.

I have complained about this problem to Sai motors from where I bought the bike thrice over the span of 1.5 years and have never got it repaired, each and every time they say they have fixed it which is never done until now.

Where and how can I get this problem fixed?

Check the following :
1. Front fork oil level and quality
2. front fork spring length of both left and right
3. "T" stem alignment
4. front wheel bearing.

**on wheels** · 09-26-2011, 05:53 PM

Originally posted by selvin rebz View Post

just two days of use 55/60w philips H4 toyota qualis bulb(E4) just 30mins running and my reflector got a burn on top.

had to come back to stock

guys be careful i think karizma 2011 is a delicate darling and is not like previous model. People are getting lots problem Tappet,valve,tensioner etc.

I do agree. I own a 2011(February) Karizma - R. I am using the 55/60w OSRAM Nightbreaker from the begening and it has melted the reflector, but still I am using this bulb since the beam is really good.
I am having some weired tappet noise even after proper adjustment of them by feelar gague. I am planning to open the head next time to change the timing chain, check the valve seating and the tentionar also. My odo is 9K. I am really frustrated with all these.
@PSR any comments?/ any additional inputs you want to make?

**Vishakh** · 09-26-2011, 06:13 PM

Originally posted by on wheels View Post

I do agree. I own a 2011(February) Karizma - R. I am using the 55/60w OSRAM Nightbreaker from the begening and it has melted the reflector, but still I am using this bulb since the beam is really good.
I am having some weired tappet noise even after proper adjustment of them by feelar gague. I am planning to open the head next time to change the timing chain, check the valve seating and the tentionar also. My odo is 9K. I am really frustrated with all these.
@PSR any comments?/ any additional inputs you want to make?

Valve clearance has to be done at every service (if required) check manual for details

**Aneesh@4GHz** · 09-26-2011, 06:42 PM

Originally posted by Vishakh View Post

Query to older ZMA owners (ie other than 2011 version) does your bikes need valve clearance adjustment at frequent intervals?

I hadn't adjusted it till now.

Originally posted by acs1207 View Post

Warmer 'kelvin' degrees reflect their color temperature .

ohh.okok.

Originally posted by on wheels View Post

I am using the 55/60w OSRAM Nightbreaker from the begening and it has melted the reflector

Please post a pic of it.

**Vishakh** · 09-26-2011, 07:37 PM

It is not condensation thats in my reflector

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**Akshaysharma** · 09-26-2011, 08:48 PM

New User

Hi everybody I am akshay sharma from raipur chhattisgarh i own karizma R aug 2010 blue color. The bike is good currently giving me a Fe of 37 but there is always electrical problem in the bike gone to all the hero honda showroom but the problem still continues the problem is the 7.5 fuse (used for self start and meter etc) get kaput when the headlight is on whether low or high beam and indicator and horn are pressed all at same time i charged the battery showed the bike to local mechanic but problem continues
Pls help

**psr** · 09-26-2011, 09:30 PM

Originally posted by on wheels View Post

I do agree. I own a 2011(February) Karizma - R. I am using the 55/60w OSRAM Nightbreaker from the begening and it has melted the reflector, but still I am using this bulb since the beam is really good.
I am having some weired tappet noise even after proper adjustment of them by feelar gague. I am planning to open the head next time to change the timing chain, check the valve seating and the tentionar also. My odo is 9K. I am really frustrated with all these.
@PSR any comments?/ any additional inputs you want to make?

The tappet noise is different from the timing chain and tensioner related sound...Tappet noise will be a distinctive ticking noise varying with acceleration, and will become more with heat.
The timing chain noise will be more like chil chil as Ashwinprakas used to describe.
Both inlet and outlet tappet clearance in Karizma is the same at 0.1.If it is set properly with feeler gauge then not likely to come back at least for 8K Kms of sane riding and 4 K Kms of aggressive riding,in a set engine with at least 12 k on odo...
Since your bike is comparatively new the setting may require attention till you complete 10 K Kms , since the parts are coming to-gether and settling down on constant use.
If after Correctly setting the tappet at 0.1 you still get the sound, then the Cam is suspect, which can be confirmed when you open the top cover...you should look for slight groove formation on the Cam Lobe.

**psr** · 09-26-2011, 09:47 PM

Originally posted by Akshaysharma View Post

Hi everybody I am akshay sharma from raipur chhattisgarh i own karizma R aug 2010 blue color. The bike is good currently giving me a Fe of 37 but there is always electrical problem in the bike gone to all the hero honda showroom but the problem still continues the problem is the 7.5 fuse (used for self start and meter etc) get kaput when the headlight is on whether low or high beam and indicator and horn are pressed all at same time i charged the battery showed the bike to local mechanic but problem continues
Pls help

First of all have you done any mod to your headlight or horn or to the wiring,or it is stock ? The self starter has a separate fuse of 15 Amps, and there is another fuse box with fuses under the seat..which one blows ?
Does it happen when the engine is running or even when engine is off ?
If it is happening when engine is running, then accelerate the engine to 3 K RPM and check the battery voltage..if it is more than 14.5 Volts then your RR unit is suspect.
If it happens when the engine is off, then check the horn for drawing high current....you can temporarily connect a horn which will draw 2 Amperes and check, the ampere will be printed on the horn itself.
In stock mode the headlight draws 3 amps, the turn indicator 3.5 amps and the horn 2 amps,...so in effect when all three are on, you draw 8.5 Amps.
Do the checks systematically and post for a possible cause and solution.

**Akshaysharma** · 09-26-2011, 11:06 PM

Originally posted by psr View Post

First of all have you done any mod to your headlight or horn or to the wiring,or it is stock ? The self starter has a separate fuse of 15 Amps, and there is another fuse box with fuses under the seat..which one blows ?
Does it happen when the engine is running or even when engine is off ?
If it is happening when engine is running, then accelerate the engine to 3 K RPM and check the battery voltage..if it is more than 14.5 Volts then your RR unit is suspect.
If it happens when the engine is off, then check the horn for drawing high current....you can temporarily connect a horn which will draw 2 Amperes and check, the ampere will be printed on the horn itself.
In stock mode the headlight draws 3 amps, the turn indicator 3.5 amps and the horn 2 amps,...so in effect when all three are on, you draw 8.5 Amps.
Do the checks systematically and post for a possible cause and solution.

No mods have been done earlier i had installed high amp pressure horn for which the wire installed below the lock set (which is used for passing current when the key is made on) was done a little cut but i removed that horn because i started facng the problem just after that i came back to stock horns
The fuse under the seat get blown(7.5) and after that headlight horn, meter, self start every thing gets off only kick works
It happen when the engine is running .
ok i will check but i am new here can you pls tell me what does RR unit refer's to or its full form.
Rest the bike is stock but the horn i m using is from outside market not the origal because the stock was not working properly maybe that's drawing more current.
And after i have charged the battery (2 days before) i have not faced the problem maybe i think this could also be a reason.

**Blumarine005** · 09-27-2011, 12:02 AM

Originally posted by MAXzma View Post

I would guess that it is there in all ZMA's. Even mine is a 2005 model but the previous owner got a ZMA R makeover done before he sold it to me. You should be able to see the screw without removing the fairing and all. Just check once and revert back.

Could you please tell me what should be the cost of the internal bulb holder for the ZMA-R. I guess I need to change the whole set.

**acs1207** · 09-27-2011, 12:26 AM

OT-On a lighter note...

This is something from a Palio forum of which I am a member - something on a lighter note ...
Do we ride like this ?
____________________________________________
Here is something to chew on:
Every day when I drive my car I see these bikers on Pulsars, Hondas and
such.
Well I too have had my good days of biking, and still have an old RX 100.
But what I find strange in the bikers of today is the posture.
Most of them seem to be suffering from some serious bodily ailments.
For starters, notice how they sit?
Like as if they have some really bad scrotal problems plus a bit of piles .
They sit right in the front portion of the seat, probably with their gonads
stuck between the seat and the tank.

Now, take a glance at their feet. Looks as if they are missing a couple of
essential bones in their heels the way their legs are drooping down just a
few inches off the ground .
Move up to their arms.Again, a couple of bones seem missing, especially in
the wrist, looking at the way they work the clutch and front brake levers.

Now, dont tell me its because of the shape of the new bikes.
Out of a sense of research, I even climbed on to a Pulsar to check whether I
too assumed that particular pose.
No way, not even when I tried hard.
Other than spraining my left testicle, I achieved nothing.
Next time you are on a drive just examine the bikers.
Its highly entertaining.
_________________________________
Response to post
And how, Joe sir, may I ask did you manage to strain your left testicle in
particular! ROFL! What awesome powers of observation Joe sir!
_________________________________
Reply to response
Try riding a bike assuming the pose that I described and you will know how
it happened.Have some massaging oil ready though.
_________________________________

...and I was just wondering - would it help if the oil is applied in advance ??

**krishnadevanur** · 09-27-2011, 01:07 AM

balancing issue

Originally posted by pavan_zma View Post

I have a 5 year old Karizma and have a strange problem associated with it since I bought the bike .

While riding the bike, when ever the bike runs over a pot hole or a hump no matter the speed of the bike the front part (not sure if its handle, fork or wheel) of the bike starts swaying left and right and it feels very scary. I will have to either slow down the bike until it stops swaying or I will have to stop it and have to push the front suspension of the bike back and forth.

I have complained about this problem to Sai motors from where I bought the bike thrice over the span of 1.5 years and have never got it repaired, each and every time they say they have fixed it which is never done until now.

Where and how can I get this problem fixed?

Originally posted by psr View Post

Check the following :
1. Front fork oil level and quality
2. front fork spring length of both left and right
3. "T" stem alignment
4. front wheel bearing.

Thank You pavan_zma. I too had the same question. The moment I run over the speed bumps near nice road exit towards electronic city, the ride becomes scary especially taking the curve near the exit.

@psr sir, thanks for the info. i will check the same.

Regards,

Krishna

**ankss** · 09-27-2011, 01:43 AM

i was reading the forums for white light of my karizma r white ...
then heard about the HID's ... and relay ... n all ... plus 55/60 W bulb ...

does it affect the reflectors ... ???

am thinking of white light the normal one ... if HID's damages my angel ...

even am thinking of contacting SVC guys to fit in the HID's or normal white light !!!

And one more thing .. am going to buy LS2 helmet ... but there one problem ... does LS2 provides clear visor instead of tinted one ...

coz my ride includes night riding and i can't ride without the visor coz of dirts and bugs(dint taste the living animal :P )

**Vishakh** · 09-27-2011, 07:28 AM

Originally posted by acs1207 View Post

This is something from a Palio forum of which I am a member - something on a lighter note ...
Do we ride like this ?
____________________________________________
Here is something to chew on:
Every day when I drive my car I see these bikers on Pulsars, Hondas and
such.
Well I too have had my good days of biking, and still have an old RX 100.
But what I find strange in the bikers of today is the posture.
Most of them seem to be suffering from some serious bodily ailments.
For starters, notice how they sit?
Like as if they have some really bad scrotal problems plus a bit of piles .
They sit right in the front portion of the seat, probably with their gonads
stuck between the seat and the tank.

Now, take a glance at their feet. Looks as if they are missing a couple of
essential bones in their heels the way their legs are drooping down just a
few inches off the ground .
Move up to their arms.Again, a couple of bones seem missing, especially in
the wrist, looking at the way they work the clutch and front brake levers.

Now, dont tell me its because of the shape of the new bikes.
Out of a sense of research, I even climbed on to a Pulsar to check whether I
too assumed that particular pose.
No way, not even when I tried hard.
Other than spraining my left testicle, I achieved nothing.
Next time you are on a drive just examine the bikers.
Its highly entertaining.
_________________________________
Response to post
And how, Joe sir, may I ask did you manage to strain your left testicle in
particular! ROFL! What awesome powers of observation Joe sir!
_________________________________
Reply to response
Try riding a bike assuming the pose that I described and you will know how
it happened.Have some massaging oil ready though.
_________________________________

...and I was just wondering - would it help if the oil is applied in advance ??

Yeah see lot of people riding bikes like that here everyday even i see ladies placing their legs on the footrest of pillion while riding activa ,scooty and all

maybe they want the sportsbike like posture

jokers i just feel pity for them

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