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  • if the new R15 looks anything like the pic, it'll be awesome. R6 looks, and I aint complainin!
    A good rider has balance, judgment, and good timing. So does a good lover!

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    • it does look a lot like the pic... minus the R6 headlight.
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      • Originally posted by satyenpoojary View Post
        Tried two 35W HIDS, rode a decent while with it... check FB for pics.
        If you maintain decent speeds you wont have any problem. Its as friendly as the stock.


        IMO Two HIDS are a over kill!!
        satyen i installed up one HID for right side beam because i have configured my both headlights on low mode, but somehow i am observing that the range covered by it is quiet less in high beam too, how to improve on it as i tried adjusting the screw and all but not getting a good result.

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        • Click a pic of the lamp and the spread.

          Most chinese HIDs dont have the cover which restricts the flow of light and bounce it back to the reflectors (I forgot the technical name for it )

          If thats the case, then might as well forget it. Unless you can deflect them to the reflectors.
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          • Originally posted by shrinathrao View Post
            satyen i installed up one HID for right side beam because i have configured my both headlights on low mode, but somehow i am observing that the range covered by it is quiet less in high beam too, how to improve on it as i tried adjusting the screw and all but not getting a good result.
            That is coz the reflectors are not meant for HIDs. You will have to live with it or go for projectors.

            Originally posted by xionite View Post
            you won't have any issues whatsoever. keep your revs up.

            stick to a 4300K kit... and you'll be very pleased with the twin-setup.
            +1. I have measured it - with the twin pilots converted to LEDs, you have to keep the rpm above 3k and there will be no issue whatsoever.
            Your biking tells a lot about the person you are!

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            • Been riding for the past 500kms on Joel's custom air filter for the R15. Must say, there is a very subtle boost in low end torque. The bike is returning a much better mileage and the sound hasn't changed at all. Twisting the throttle at 3k RPM in 3rd gear reaches 10k RPM a wee bit faster than a R15 running on the stock filter. Overall, a good purchase
              D'oh!

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              • Originally posted by ZeNashB View Post
                Been riding for the past 500kms on Joel's custom air filter for the R15. Must say, there is a very subtle boost in low end torque. The bike is returning a much better mileage and the sound hasn't changed at all. Twisting the throttle at 3k RPM in 3rd gear reaches 10k RPM a wee bit faster than a R15 running on the stock filter. Overall, a good purchase
                Can you elaborate on the change in fuel efficiency (earlier vs. now)?
                & whats the price of this custom air-filter?

                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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                • Originally posted by ZeNashB View Post
                  Been riding for the past 500kms on Joel's custom air filter for the R15. Must say, there is a very subtle boost in low end torque. The bike is returning a much better mileage and the sound hasn't changed at all. Twisting the throttle at 3k RPM in 3rd gear reaches 10k RPM a wee bit faster than a R15 running on the stock filter. Overall, a good purchase
                  Is this a direct fit, i mean just remove the company provided filter and put that or something else to be done?

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                  • Hey frnds, for how many kms this Yamalube 15w50 SS last in our bike?
                    2005 HH Karizma [SOLD]
                    2008 Yamaha R15 V1.0 [SOLD]
                    2018 Bajaj Dominar 400 ABS Matte Black [Current]

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                    • Originally posted by Greymatter View Post
                      Hey frnds, for how many kms this Yamalube 15w50 SS last in our bike?
                      4,000 kms but its recommended to change it every 2,000 kms
                      Fun begins only after 6K rpm.....!

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                      • Guys check this what has happened to my Exhaust

                        I just saw it. I think its rust...

                        can anyone provide a solution to it?
                        Check out my Yamaha YZF R15 Ownership Review

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                        • Originally posted by tibby View Post
                          Can you elaborate on the change in fuel efficiency (earlier vs. now)?
                          & whats the price of this custom air-filter?
                          Well, I have ridden on a hilly road for over 250 kms with a pillion, with almost 50 degree climbs (mandalpatti, coorg). I have also been riding in regular city traffic and done multiple drags with wide open throttle operations. I have calculated the mileage and its been returning a good 43kmpl after I put the custom filter

                          Earlier, my bike was returning around 35 - 38 kmpl on highway cruising.

                          Originally posted by shrinathrao View Post
                          Is this a direct fit, i mean just remove the company provided filter and put that or something else to be done?
                          Yes, its a direct fit and is the exact shape of the stock filter. The mesh is steel woven. The brand is called Simota. The filter came with a sticker for the brand as well. You just have to remove the stock paper filter and put this in its place. The box also need not be left open like in the case of the K&N filter.

                          There is no change in sound and a slight increase in low end torque. I confirmed that by doing a proper drag with another R15 running on the stock filter and my bike slowly moved ahead of it over the course of the drag.

                          Originally posted by hardcorebiker View Post
                          Guys check this what has happened to my Exhaust

                          I just saw it. I think its rust...

                          can anyone provide a solution to it?
                          Something has fallen there and reacted with the paint. Thats what it looks like. Or a faulty exhaust with improper paint coating. Take it to the SVC
                          D'oh!

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                          • Originally posted by ZeNashB View Post
                            Well, I have ridden on a hilly road for over 250 kms with a pillion, with almost 50 degree climbs (mandalpatti, coorg). I have also been riding in regular city traffic and done multiple drags with wide open throttle operations. I have calculated the mileage and its been returning a good 43kmpl after I put the custom filter

                            Earlier, my bike was returning around 35 - 38 kmpl on highway cruising.



                            Yes, its a direct fit and is the exact shape of the stock filter. The mesh is steel woven. The brand is called Simota. The filter came with a sticker for the brand as well. You just have to remove the stock paper filter and put this in its place. The box also need not be left open like in the case of the K&N filter.

                            There is no change in sound and a slight increase in low end torque. I confirmed that by doing a proper drag with another R15 running on the stock filter and my bike slowly moved ahead of it over the course of the drag.



                            Something has fallen there and reacted with the paint. Thats what it looks like. Or a faulty exhaust with improper paint coating. Take it to the SVC
                            Hmm...maybe. But i can see clearly the paint has come off and its burnt...

                            At first instant I thought the paint on the exhaust is burnt...

                            I will take it to SVC just wanna know what will they do? Will they paint it?
                            Check out my Yamaha YZF R15 Ownership Review

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                            • Originally posted by hardcorebiker View Post
                              Hmm...maybe. But i can see clearly the paint has come off and its burnt...

                              At first instant I thought the paint on the exhaust is burnt...

                              I will take it to SVC just wanna know what will they do? Will they paint it?
                              Go the hard way at them....they'll do it
                              Fun begins only after 6K rpm.....!

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                              • Originally posted by ZeNashB View Post
                                Been riding for the past 500kms on Joel's custom air filter for the R15. Must say, there is a very subtle boost in low end torque. The bike is returning a much better mileage and the sound hasn't changed at all. Twisting the throttle at 3k RPM in 3rd gear reaches 10k RPM a wee bit faster than a R15 running on the stock filter. Overall, a good purchase
                                Planning to go for R15 soon. Some questions that I have are :
                                1. The mods like Joel's airfilter, connecting both lights together to work at a time or changinfg the lights to projecter, would they void the warranty?

                                2. How much would the projecter headlights cost and where can I get it done in Delhi ?

                                3. And how do I get Joel's airfilter in Delhi?

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