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**archibaby** · 08-12-2009, 11:58 PM

Originally posted by santoosh View Post

Adjusted my tappets , god knows how many times now.

Exactly after 500-800kms of rip ride , i mean 120 + constant , the tappets go haywire.
Iv never experienced this pblm on any other bike othr than this and im bored of adjustin every three weeks.

Santa

finally some company .. I have adjusted it some 4 times in 5K Kms .. finally in the last service I got them done to .01 on both and have been happy since.

.:. Archi

**santoosh** · 08-13-2009, 02:36 AM

.01??
or .10?

Im comfortable with .10 and .20

Santa
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**biker boy** · 08-13-2009, 10:12 AM

Have done 15900kms and still the tapets are not touched. SS guys always say its fine and never checked it, there was a service engg. yesterday he also said the same thing.
BTW my bike is not clecking beyond 120kmph, can loose tapets be the reason behind that

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**diffuser911** · 08-13-2009, 12:22 PM

Originally posted by diffuser911 View Post

Owners, I got a ques...I was thinking of switching rides in a few months and R15 is a lucrative option. Considering that I suffer from lower back pain and love touring at the same time, would it be a suitable ride for me? Wanted the ZMA but it's too common now and parts availability is an issue.

Response expected soon

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**svjhonda** · 08-13-2009, 12:38 PM

^ On long tours, you might experience a slight problem of back pain, as its already an issue for you. But with proper breaks, It wont be too much of a hassle I guess.....

**santhoshub** · 08-13-2009, 01:50 PM

ECU & Upgrade launched by Yamaha for R15 & FZ16

Hi friends any of you have tried the upgrade kit launched by Yamaha..Am planning to change the following available in the kit 42 Sprocket,Front Disc & Exhaust which is expected by the EOM here..

**R-series** · 08-13-2009, 01:54 PM

Originally posted by diffuser911 View Post

Owners, I got a ques...I was thinking of switching rides in a few months and R15 is a lucrative option. Considering that I suffer from lower back pain and love touring at the same time, would it be a suitable ride for me? Wanted the ZMA but it's too common now and parts availability is an issue.

The R15 is not actually made for touring...I dont mean that it cant be taken out for long rides...but the manufacturers did not consider long rides as an option. People do go on long rides on this bike and enjoy it aswell without much hassel of any sort.

For optimal performance your expected to be tucked behind the front fairing. If your already suffering from a sensitive ower back i wouldnt consider going for the R15. Apart from that the R15 when ripped to its limit, does require strong muscle strength too handle the forces while accelarating breaking and cornering. Specifically for touring the ZMA,P220 or the new Fazer can be considered as better options keeping in mind the level of comfort they bring along

**dual disc 200** · 08-13-2009, 02:38 PM

Originally posted by R-series View Post

The R15 is not actually made for touring...I dont mean that it cant be taken out for long rides...but the manufacturers did not consider long rides as an option. People do go on long rides on this bike and enjoy it aswell without much hassel of any sort.

For optimal performance your expected to be tucked behind the front fairing. If your already suffering from a sensitive ower back i wouldnt consider going for the R15. Apart from that the R15 when ripped to its limit, does require strong muscle strength too handle the forces while accelarating breaking and cornering. Specifically for touring the ZMA,P220 or the new Fazer can be considered as better options keeping in mind the level of comfort they bring along

Think Yamaha is just promoting FAZER as Touring bike only for sales, technically the bike is terribly short geared and dosen't have the relaxed engine properties as that of a zma or 220! Right?

**R-series** · 08-13-2009, 03:34 PM

Originally posted by dual disc 200 View Post

Think Yamaha is just promoting FAZER as Touring bike only for sales, technically the bike is terribly short geared and dosen't have the relaxed engine properties as that of a zma or 220! Right?

I agree... even though Yamaha has the same strategy of introducing these models internationally (like the FZ1-FZ1 Fazer duo and FZ6 - FZ6Fazer duo) they should have tuned the whole bike for touring if they wanted to promote it as a touring bike in india. The gearing being short would trouble those who know how the ZMA and P220 work as tourers.

but again...ive just fallen for its looks...

**dual disc 200** · 08-13-2009, 03:37 PM

Originally posted by R-series View Post

I agree... even though Yamaha has the same strategy of introducing these models internationally (like the FZ1-FZ1 Fazer duo and FZ6 - FZ6Fazer duo) they should have tuned the whole bike for touring if they wanted to promote it as a touring bike in india. The gearing being short would trouble those who know how the ZMA and P220 work as tourers.

but again...ive just fallen for its looks...

+100, i must admit that it's a brilliant looking bike! Anyday better than a zma or a 220 in looks!

**gaurav_c** · 08-13-2009, 05:29 PM

Two questions regarding my new R15..
1. If the tyre pressure is as low as 20psi in both tyres, is it normal that disc brake makes a small sound..
I cant describe that sound properly, it somewhat like the one coming from an old swing in a children play park..

2. After 15 minute ride below 4-4.5 rpm, my engine becomes hot..i cant touch it for more than 1 or 2 seconds..
Is this normal?
I'm running it on Essar petrol..i dont know whether it is higher octane..

**R-series** · 08-13-2009, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by gaurav_c View Post

Two questions regarding my new R15..
1. If the tyre pressure is as low as 20psi in both tyres, is it normal that disc brake makes a small sound..
I cant describe that sound properly, it somewhat like the one coming from an old swing in a children play park..

2. After 15 minute ride below 4-4.5 rpm, my engine becomes hot..i cant touch it for more than 1 or 2 seconds..
Is this normal?
I'm running it on Essar petrol..i dont know whether it is higher octane..

For 1 - I dont think its normal. Tyre pressure may not be the reason. The sound I think your talking about is the sliding sound of metal over metal without much lubrication. Please correct me if Im wrong.
What I can guess is that maybe the disc pads might be worn out. but its only a guess.

For 2 - I wouldnt ask you to rely on the feeling of hotness of the engine. Cos that would differ from person to person. I really dont want to elaborate. but i just think this is not a much reliable way of judging. Just a personal opinion

**gaurav_c** · 08-13-2009, 05:54 PM

Brake pads worn out??

Dude..i bought this bike 4 days back..
I went to the SS and he said it's because of too low tyre pressure..i wanted to ask here because i dont think that guy was too qualified..
And besides..that sound goes when the tyres are filled properly..
So..is it common with other users?

**R-series** · 08-13-2009, 06:21 PM

Originally posted by gaurav_c View Post

Brake pads worn out??

Dude..i bought this bike 4 days back..
I went to the SS and he said it's because of too low tyre pressure..i wanted to ask here because i dont think that guy was too qualified..
And besides..that sound goes when the tyres are filled properly..
So..is it common with other users?

oops...sorry didnt know about the age of the bike

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its strange though...i really dont know about this then..will let you know...

**tibby** · 08-13-2009, 06:23 PM

Originally posted by gaurav_c View Post

Two questions regarding my new R15..
1. If the tyre pressure is as low as 20psi in both tyres, is it normal that disc brake makes a small sound..
I cant describe that sound properly, it somewhat like the one coming from an old swing in a children play park..

2. After 15 minute ride below 4-4.5 rpm, my engine becomes hot..i cant touch it for more than 1 or 2 seconds..
Is this normal?
I'm running it on Essar petrol..i dont know whether it is higher octane..

1. Try with tyre pressure 28/33 for F/R. Never tried 20/20, & I would recommend you to immediately up the pressure in both the tyres.

2. The bike does heat up quite a lot when new, when ridden in stop-go traffic.. Nothing to worry about, except that you can check to ensure that the radiator fan is kicking in when the engine heats up, & that that there is no radiator leakage..

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