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  • #14221
    Originally posted by tibby View Post
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    The oil-filter carton box had the part number & price mentioned (INR), & once opened, there was another small carton inside which had the oil-filter.
    just tear off
    Btw, the ones costing INR 430 are available in the market as well. Its funny that some dealers have the old priced ones, & some have the new priced ones here!


    How long have these lasted you? & with what kind of braking style?

    During my recent oil and oil filter change the service center guy was forcing my to buy the 430 Rs one. But i insisted on the new oil filter and got it. I dint find any change in the quality of the imported oil filter when compared to the new one which costs lesser.

    On side note : tibby, why do you stock spare parts so soon?

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    • #14222
      Originally posted by zerotosixty View Post
      On side note : tibby, why do you stock spare parts so soon?
      I don't stock up for the next year mate.
      All I do is ensure that I have the items required for the next change, i.e., basic things like Air filter, oil filter, brake pads, engine oil (parts whose replacement intervals are known).

      I have been doing this as there have been instances in the past where for example Air filters were out of stock & not available anywhere. No harm in keeping 1 spare part in stock bro.
      Better safe, than sorry.

      btw, that list I shared isn't a list of parts I have stocked up (in case you thought so). It is simply a compilation of often replaced parts.

      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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      • #14223
        Got R15 after 2 month waiting and it was worth the wait !!

        Hi all ,

        This is my first post and I hope to have a good time learning and sharing ownership thoughts with you ppl .. I had a bitter experience with Orion motors in Bangalore. Apart from that everything went well so far and the bike is just a dream when it comes to acceleration and handling. Will put up some pics soon ..

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        • #14224
          Life of R15 front tire(zapper FY)

          Can the owners of R15 tell me how long(kms) does the front tire zapper FY 80/90-17 last under average driving conditions?

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          • #14225
            Originally posted by sagarpadaki View Post
            Can the owners of R15 tell me how long(kms) does the front tire zapper FY 80/90-17 last under average driving conditions?
            It depends on your driving style buddy. If you accelerate hard and brake hard. Say goodbye to your tyres within 8K kms.

            My tyres are at 8.5K and are still looking good. One member here has done 55K Kms or so on stock tyre so that should give you an idea.

            @ tibby ,

            Mate, do you service your vehicle on your own? I plan to do the same after my free services are exhausted.

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            • #14226
              The rear tyre will not last more than 15-20K kms. After 15K kms., expect lots of punctures, air loss&very less support from the tyre on cornering.
              Front like all other bikes can last longer but again, if you are into some spirited riding, its better to change both at the same time.
              Quench my thirst with gasoline!

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              • #14227
                Originally posted by sagarpadaki View Post
                Can the owners of R15 tell me how long(kms) does the front tire zapper FY 80/90-17 last under average driving conditions?
                My bike is still on stock tyres at 21k, & both are looking good & feeling good for atleast another 5-7k Kms. & this is for avergae riding conditions.

                Originally posted by zerotosixty View Post
                @ tibby ,

                Mate, do you service your vehicle on your own? I plan to do the same after my free services are exhausted.
                No. I'm not qualified/ learned for that, & don't think I will go that way anytime soon.
                The biggest DIY I have done is engine oil + oil filter change, done a fortnight ago.
                DIY feels awesome though

                Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post
                The rear tyre will not last more than 15-20K kms. After 15K kms., expect lots of punctures, air loss&very less support from the tyre on cornering.
                Not true bro. My bike is at 20xxx Kms, & the tyres are behaving very well even now. I'm sure they can take another 5-7k Kms without an issue.
                Had 3 punctures in the rear tyre so far, but thats to do with the terrain more than the tyre.
                Front tyre hasn't been penetrated by a nail as yet (hymen is still intact )

                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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                • #14228
                  Originally posted by zerotosixty View Post
                  It depends on your driving style buddy. If you accelerate hard and brake hard. Say goodbye to your tyres within 8K kms.

                  My tyres are at 8.5K and are still looking good. One member here has done 55K Kms or so on stock tyre so that should give you an idea.

                  @ tibby ,

                  Mate, do you service your vehicle on your own? I plan to do the same after my free services are exhausted.
                  My bike has done 55K, but the stock lasted for 45K ...
                  My thoughts are subjected to personal experiences/internet articles. Please read my comment carefully before replying. :)

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                  • #14229
                    Originally posted by satyenpoojary View Post
                    Is that grime on the block? Have you checked for leaks from the head?
                    The head seems fine. I suspect it to be engine oil.

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                    • #14230
                      Originally posted by Ascetic View Post
                      Does every R15 with 10,000 on odo need it?
                      Not necessarily.. but yes, if you want to maintain it in top condition, yes.

                      Also i forgot to add, gotta remove the rear swingarm and clean and lubricate the swing arm needle bearings. Maybe will dip the chain in kerosene overnight to get that flexibility back in it.

                      Originally posted by tibby View Post
                      You're welcome bro! Its a pleasure to be able to give back to the community, & fellow members.


                      No. The FTA was inked just 10 days ago, while the prices have been slashed more than 6 months ago (The new spares might not yet be available across the country though, as I believe SVCs have hoarded up on the old, higher priced stock).
                      Also, the FTA has not yet come into force, as the Japan Senate is yet to approve it, & this will take a few months I believe.


                      The list looks good.
                      Are you going with normal spark plugs?
                      & whats with replacing the front petal discs? Any braking issues with it?
                      Going with normal spark plug. The disc i am removing because it eats up front pads really fast ~ 5-6k kms, and is more for the performance oriented. I might have an interested buyer, so removing that also for that reason.

                      Originally posted by sheelpriye View Post
                      Why replacing the beautiful disc set-up? Flush out the oil too, though my oil still appears golden, but I feel my braking has been compromised as the viscosity is lost.

                      I am sick of the cone-set, my handle is a wee bit tighter than other 15's but it still makes tak-tak noise over brick-laden roads. No, the handle isn't loose despite hard braking.

                      I too would get my sprockets flipped this time around. (2 years approx 14K )
                      Get the race cone set issue fixed, because it can prove to be a very very expensive issue otherwise in the region of 3k nearly!!! Cheaper option is to fit the RX 100 cone set, but the bottom cone will have to be R15 which is around 2k!! Flip front sprocket every 4000 kms for optimum life, but then its not that expensive to replace either.

                      On the brake front. - The Hoses, rubber kit, oil etc has to be replaced every 3 years, so if you dont have a bike with high kms on it, you can wait till that point ( my bike for instance is only 10,300 or so ). Else its best to be done every 45,000 kms. Replace oil, hoses, rubber kit of master cylinder and brake caliper. Then its a proper job, and good for another 3 years or 45,000 kms whichever is earlier.


                      My offerings to the gods of speed -

                      - KTM Duke 200
                      - Yamaha RXZ 5 speed


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                      • #14231
                        Originally posted by Vikas02 View Post
                        Great Bro!
                        BTW - Did you feel any pain on ur palm/hands while driving.
                        i am new to R15 (driving for last 10 days), i am feeling pain on my palm, however no back pain till now. and sometimes after around 30mins continuous driving i feel like my hands are getting numb slowly.
                        is there any solution to these problems?

                        well you just have to get used it .. its gonna b fine .. after a 3 hour drive .. my hands did start virbating and i could hardly feel anything after removing the gloves .. :P

                        and congrats for your new R15
                        Last edited by free2rock_50; 02-25-2011, 09:45 PM.

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                        • #14232
                          Wow. 1426 pages and counting! Missed out on a lot of stuff I guess.

                          Have done 23,xxx kms till now, and the journey was smooth. Had replaced the chain set at 21,000kms, D.I.D one, costs 2600 for the entire thing. Rest seems fine. Will get back to biking soon.
                          You get the point?? :D
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                          • #14233
                            Originally posted by digislayer View Post
                            It's just that clearances get messed up when there's sudden change in forces.
                            Hey Digi! Can you please explain the clearances thingie in detail?
                            Thanks

                            @Mr. Tibrewal -- Thats one nice compilation, thanks for putting it up
                            Last edited by sheelpriye; 02-26-2011, 12:47 AM.

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                            • #14234
                              Originally posted by tibby View Post
                              I don't stock up for the next year mate.
                              All I do is ensure that I have the items required for the next change, i.e., basic things like Air filter, oil filter, brake pads, engine oil (parts whose replacement intervals are known).

                              I have been doing this as there have been instances in the past where for example Air filters were out of stock & not available anywhere. No harm in keeping 1 spare part in stock bro.
                              Better safe, than sorry.

                              btw, that list I shared isn't a list of parts I have stocked up (in case you thought so). It is simply a compilation of often replaced parts.
                              Thats just brilliant man! Guess I am gonna follow suit and stock up on essentials while they re available!
                              "I set out running but I take my time, a friend of the devil is a friend of mine. If I get home before day light, just might get some sleep tonight" - The Grateful Dead.

                              The Stable - 2009 Yamaha FZS (Baby Beast) & 2010 YAMAHA YZF R15 (Anjuna Sunset).

                              Wishlist - Kawasaki Ninja 250r, YAMAHA R6 and Bullet standard 500 with the CI engine and a handpainted Goa Chic helmet.

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                              • #14235
                                Originally posted by sheelpriye View Post
                                Hey Digi! Can you please explain the clearances thingie in detail?
                                Thanks

                                @Mr. Tibrewal -- Thats one nice compilation, thanks for putting it up
                                You see, metal parts "seat in" over time, upon continuous contact and rubbing. When there's sudden change in the direction of force, like braking and locking the rear wheel suddenly at 100kmph,etc, it's like being hit hard with a hammer. So, the parts(like swing-arm hinge, suspension links, rear wheel axle and bearing clearances,etc) lose their "seats". Metal's ductile and malleable. Even though the change in clearances is too low, it does make a difference when so many parts get messed up at once and lose their harmony. For an ordinary non-track bike, the tolerances for these clearances are already pretty high, so there may not be be much change in the way the bike behaves. But for a precision manufactured machinery, this is what happens..even the slightest fault is noticeable.

                                For those parts to fall back into their previous "seats" it takes more hammer blows, or some "usage" in our language.

                                It's just my own theory, came with experience
                                Sunny.

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