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  • #13891
    im considering getting my hands on the r15.... most of my riding will be on the highway and i ll be doing about 60kms everyday..... i have read reviews of this excellent piece of engineering but i would like to have some first hand info.....could you elaborate on the mileage and pros and cons of the bike...i know this is the ownership thread but it would be great if you guys could gimme some info....

    would the owners be kind enough to answer my query?
    No its not about speed, its about turning and shifting those gears!

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    • #13892
      Originally posted by Parth View Post
      You could change the whole clutch to that of the old r15's. Would cost you a bit but since you intend to spend money to soup-up the ride, you can do the clutch transplant as well.

      Do let us know how it works out for ya
      Originally posted by KwokFist View Post
      29K+ Kms run on stock clutch plates out of which 3K+ kms on the 165kit. The stock clutch plates can handle it. I've ridden the new models. Im sure they will run fine, without any issues.



      Unnecessary!

      Thanks guys,

      @Kwokfist: i am sure the clutch plates are of top quality, my question is in general, does the top speed suffer because of it being from FZ. I am more or less inclined towards an JOELLED R16 wrt honda cbr 250r. and i guess the warranty & insurance will go for a toss..
      A quote by a toilet, " use me well, keep me clean, i would never tell anybody whatever i have seen.." :P

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      • #13893
        New buy suggestions

        Hi everyone. My first post on this forum. Been reading all the info i can find and learning for my first bike purchase I'm dead set on getting the R15. And I've a few questions :

        First my requirements :
        Will be driving around 35-40 kms a day. Half of it highway half city. I leave really early in the morning for work so you can say i'll be driving fast most fo the time.
        My height is 5'11" and i'm of average build. Don't know if that is important but including it anywyz

        Now the questions :

        1) What are the things to look out for when getting your first bike?
        2) Anything to look for specific to the R15?
        3) I'm not sure whether i should be going for the stock one or getting any upgrades. The Joel edition looks way cool but then again i don't know if i should invest that much on the first day i get my bike. Suggestions?

        Basically what i want to know is what's the recommended "things to do" when i buy the bike. I'm looking at getting it mid-Feb.

        Also need to know what gear to buy with the bike.

        Thanks in advance.

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        • #13894
          Originally posted by rahulhbk View Post
          Hi everyone. My first post on this forum. Been reading all the info i can find and learning for my first bike purchase I'm dead set on getting the R15. And I've a few questions :

          First my requirements :
          Will be driving around 35-40 kms a day. Half of it highway half city. I leave really early in the morning for work so you can say i'll be driving fast most fo the time.
          You will for sure enjoy her on the open highways more than in the city. Throw in a few twisties to make it even better!
          My height is 5'11" and i'm of average build. Don't know if that is important but including it anywyz
          Your height is just about fine.
          Now the questions :

          1) What are the things to look out for when getting your first bike?
          Nothing much really, just check that the body is fine and engine oil is up to the mark and the tyre pressure is correct.
          2) Anything to look for specific to the R15?
          Not that I can think of.
          3) I'm not sure whether i should be going for the stock one or getting any upgrades. The Joel edition looks way cool but then again i don't know if i should invest that much on the first day i get my bike. Suggestions?
          I would suggest, ride around for around 10k kms and get to know her better. This way, you would appreciate the mods even more!
          Basically what i want to know is what's the recommended "things to do" when i buy the bike. I'm looking at getting it mid-Feb.
          Just follow the rpm recommendations during run in.
          Also need to know what gear to buy with the bike.

          Thanks in advance.
          My replies in bold.


          @all -

          My bike has been making significant vibes in the 4k-6k rpm region nowadays. This is becoming too irritating day by day. I just dont know what could be the cause - the chain is properly oiled and tightened, engine mountings are all tight.

          The vibes are felt mostly from the tank/footpegs. Also, from 7k and up or below 4k rpms, she behaves smoothly.

          The engine also makes a slightly gruffy sound at these 4k - 7k rpms - initially I thought it to be the sprocket sound but oiling the chain made no difference to it. So I think it must be from the engine.

          BTW, this is happening on Motul 300V 15W50 oil!

          Help!!!
          Your biking tells a lot about the person you are!

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          • #13895
            Got this from FB:

            The Magician"

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            • #13896
              Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
              Got this from FB:

              overall looks seem nice , i never liked the R6 headlamp. Overall the bike looks nice . Looks like quite a lot of weight is added on in terms of cosmetic changes .
              Guess we'll have to wait and see .
              Livin in the REDLINE district ------------------

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              • #13897
                Originally posted by rennycornelius View Post
                Got this from FB:

                even though it looks nice, i'd say that r15 have lost its uniqueness among r series. now r125, r6 and r15, all look similar. this just increases the poser value.
                2002 Herculese Top Gear 6 speed
                2014 Btwin Rock Rider 8.1
                1990 Yamaha RX110
                2010 Yamaha YZF-R15
                2015 KTM RC390 (Sold)
                2018 TVS Apache RR 310

                2007 Suzuki Alto Lxi

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                • #13898
                  Originally posted by FATAL1TY - X View Post
                  even though it looks nice, i'd say that r15 have lost its uniqueness among r series. now r125, r6 and r15, all look similar. this just increases the poser value.
                  is fb facebook here????
                  AS24

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                  • #13899
                    wonder if the new R15 has got RAM air induction too... that would make it faster.

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                    • #13900
                      Originally posted by xionite View Post
                      wonder if the new R15 has got RAM air induction too... that would make it faster.

                      probably!
                      2002 Herculese Top Gear 6 speed
                      2014 Btwin Rock Rider 8.1
                      1990 Yamaha RX110
                      2010 Yamaha YZF-R15
                      2015 KTM RC390 (Sold)
                      2018 TVS Apache RR 310

                      2007 Suzuki Alto Lxi

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                      • #13901
                        Hi,
                        I'm waiting for this New edition of R15 to launch, im planning to buy this mid Feb.
                        But still now the dealer has not confirmed the launch of new 2011 edition.
                        whenever i ask him he insists me to go for the older version.
                        can anyone pls confirm about the launch
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                        kotty46,
                        -- Valentino rossi 46 addict --
                        www.facebook.com/kotty4u
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                        • #13902
                          For those looking for LE R15s, it is available at a Yamaha dealer in Bangalore (I don't know about other dealers).
                          & yes, it is the original LE, with white rims. If the dealer is to be believed, Yamaha had stopped making these a few months back, but have restarted making & dispatching the LEs to dealers.
                          Drop me a PM for details.

                          Also, the showroom owner was aware of a new R15 (courtesy the spy pics all over the net), but there is no communication yet from Yamaha to its dealers regarding an upcoming revamped R15.

                          The supply of all Yamaha bikes (even the 100 odd cc ones) is currently in a pathetic state. Maybe its to do with efforts being put in at the new R15, & other new bikes.
                          The dealer told me that Yamaha will launch 3 two-wheelers (not CKD/CBU) this year. But he had no clue which segment they would belong to.

                          My views on the YZF-R15 V2.0: http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/news/198...tml#post699240

                          The pleasure is when your rear wheel slides, and you bring it back; and when the front wheel lifts, you take your time bringing it back.

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                          • #13903
                            This is some beautiful $hit right here... looks great for me!!!


                            My offerings to the gods of speed -

                            - KTM Duke 200
                            - Yamaha RXZ 5 speed


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                            • #13904
                              lets hope they don't jack up the prices to 1.5lks... otherwise my plans will go for a toss..

                              if they do.. i will then have to look for older unsold models from dealer or worse 2nd hand
                              A quote by a toilet, " use me well, keep me clean, i would never tell anybody whatever i have seen.." :P

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                              • #13905
                                Originally posted by abhijeet080808 View Post
                                @all -

                                My bike has been making significant vibes in the 4k-6k rpm region nowadays. This is becoming too irritating day by day. I just dont know what could be the cause - the chain is properly oiled and tightened, engine mountings are all tight.

                                The vibes are felt mostly from the tank/footpegs. Also, from 7k and up or below 4k rpms, she behaves smoothly.

                                The engine also makes a slightly gruffy sound at these 4k - 7k rpms - initially I thought it to be the sprocket sound but oiling the chain made no difference to it. So I think it must be from the engine.

                                BTW, this is happening on Motul 300V 15W50 oil!

                                Help!!!
                                Please throw some light on the issue!
                                Your biking tells a lot about the person you are!

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