Yeah!! Even I face similar issues. What I do is dip the key in Engine Oil (I have a spare can) and then the issue gets fixed.

Just circle the ignition lock groves with oil with the help of key so the oil gets inside and lube the movement. Or spray WD40, simple.

My bike had the above mentioned issue when it was brand new. When I visited a friends home he took a bottle of WD40 and with the nossle attached, sprayed a very generous amount directly into the keyhole, and its been a year and still havent faced anything of that sort.

Good idea .

Oil prevents water from getting to the surface and it's a good idea to put in 2 drops of oil in to the key hole as the monsoon rains have started . Also , light switches will/might be affected . Mine's a bit tight ( the indicator switch ) and will try to open it up this week end .
Also have to clean my carb since the engine stutters ( and goes on only if I give choke ) if I rev the engine above 6-7k rpm for 15 or 20 seconds .
Seems like a whole lot to do this week end since I have to over haul my front brake as well .
Well , procrastination is one of my favorite hobbies and laziness is another . Let's see...

I had connected what I think is the old Splendor cable . It was maybe 3 or 4 inches longer . Today got the original one and guess what ...the meter wasn't working at all . The roadside mech said - 'take it to the meter repair shop' . I took a 'star' screwdriver from him and with the help of Vineeth bro got to work . When the front wheel was turning the cable was like 3 quarter turn then stop then 3 quarter turn and so on . Means the gear is gone . Most probably when the cable broke , it jammed and damaged the nylon gear too . Any way , bought one (speedo gear) and hope to do the DIY this week end . In the mean while , have disconnected the cable from the speedo end to prevent damage to the socket there .



Good idea .

Oil prevents water from getting to the surface and it's a good idea to put in 2 drops of oil in to the key hole as the monsoon rains have started . Also , light switches will/might be affected . Mine's a bit tight ( the indicator switch ) and will try to open it up this week end .
Also have to clean my carb since the engine stutters ( and goes on only if I give choke ) if I rev the engine above 6-7k rpm for 15 or 20 seconds .
Seems like a whole lot to do this week end since I have to over haul my front brake as well .
Well , procrastination is one of my favorite hobbies and laziness is another . Let's see...

Guys my cousin is planning to buy a bike and is confused between KarizmaR (don't like ZMR looks) and Yamaha R15.

No his argument is that Karizma is more powerful thanR15 has it has better torque 18.35NM @ 6000RPM while R15 torque is 15NM @ 7500 RPM. This instantly means Karizma has better pickup than R15. He also says that both bikes have same power i.e. 17PS. Here I tell him that R15's peak power is at 8500RPM while Karizma delivers the same power at 7000RPM thuis R15 is revv friendly and powerful than Karizma.

Please tell what is the basis of saying one biek is more powerful than other?

Is Karizma Powerful than R15 or vice versa?

Guys my cousin is planning to buy a bike and is confused between KarizmaR (don't like ZMR looks) and Yamaha R15.

No his argument is that Karizma is more powerful thanR15 has it has better torque 18.35NM @ 6000RPM while R15 torque is 15NM @ 7500 RPM. This instantly means Karizma has better pickup than R15. He also says that both bikes have same power i.e. 17PS. Here I tell him that R15's peak power is at 8500RPM while Karizma delivers the same power at 7000RPM thuis R15 is revv friendly and powerful than Karizma.

Please tell what is the basis of saying one biek is more powerful than other?

Is Karizma Powerful than R15 or vice versa?

It's over three years since I own this bike and still using the stock horn.

I tried to upgrade many times but could not find a decent sounding horn.

I have seen few 220s and Karizmas with those round chrome plated horns but could not make out the brand.

Guys any suggestions over this?

Also note that I am still running with stock Amco battery (If that makes any difference).

It's over three years since I own this bike and still using the stock horn.

I tried to upgrade many times but could not find a decent sounding horn.

I have seen few 220s and Karizmas with those round chrome plated horns but could not make out the brand.

Guys any suggestions over this?

Also note that I am still running with stock Amco battery (If that makes any difference).

Hi,

Was having tough time riding my zma at night with the stock headlamp. Have used Philips Xtreme Vision +100% light in my optra and found excellent improvement over the stock, so thought over why not get the same xtreme vision installed in zma....

Hi,

Was having tough time riding my zma at night with the stock headlamp. Have used Philips Xtreme Vision +100% light in my optra and found excellent improvement over the stock, so thought over why not get the same xtreme vision installed in zma.

Today went up to MAHESH AUTOMOTIVE in Feelkhana, the only stockist of PHILIPS EXTREME VISION in hyderabad bought a H4 60/55w and plonked onto my zma. It was absolutely bright and as they claim, the beam was very long and wider.

I stay 20kms away from the city and needed to do highway riding regularly, and today i have found much improvement (almost 200%) in visibility and didn't strain my eyes at all.

Though they cost on a higher side, night time visibility and safety is important. I can damn sure assure anyone will be satisfied by the kind of improvement by using this bulb in the stock specs without upgrading by adding relays, ceramic holders, burning up the reflectors.

Good to hear! I believe your bike is with a 9ah battery..If not, upgrade to it..It will put a big smile even if you ride with headlamps on for 3+hrs. Im thoroughly enjoying the light spread and all credits goes to Sriram. It just its up the road like anything. slapped myself during my recent nonstop complete night ride from banglore to chennai for not using the xtremevision with a 9ah battery. Enjoy pal..long way to go!

Thanks for another review. I'm enjoying this for a year now. FYI.. there might be some reflector burns in the long run. But We can always change the reflectors but can't mess the night rides.

Hi,

Was having tough time riding my zma at night with the stock headlamp. Have used Philips Xtreme Vision +100% light in my optra and found excellent improvement over the stock, so thought over why not get the same xtreme vision installed in zma.

Today went up to MAHESH AUTOMOTIVE in Feelkhana, the only stockist of PHILIPS EXTREME VISION in hyderabad bought a H4 60/55w and plonked onto my zma. It was absolutely bright and as they claim, the beam was very long and wider.

I stay 20kms away from the city and needed to do highway riding regularly, and today i have found much improvement (almost 200%) in visibility and didn't strain my eyes at all.

Though they cost on a higher side, night time visibility and safety is important. I can damn sure assure anyone will be satisfied by the kind of improvement by using this bulb in the stock specs without upgrading by adding relays, ceramic holders, burning up the reflectors.