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  • #9571
    A really unfortunate incident. My R15 got hit by an auto while taking a right turn. That drunk rider hit my exhaust. Only thing I can make out is one small scratch on the exhaust pipe. But while cornering I am not feeling confident anymore. It could be placebo effect.

    Could it be possible that the rear tyre alignment has gone wrong? Is there anything I need to check?

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    • #9572
      Originally posted by GP_freak View Post
      I think that should be Sakthi from cbe
      Originally posted by sakthi_nj View Post
      Hey Praful, It me SAKTHI. We met on the other day for breakfast meet. Forgot so soon...? May I know the reason for your post?
      Ah ok!

      @Sakthi: I remember you by your face not by your ride We passed each other on Outer Ring Road....Remember the rain ride, superb wasn't it!
      _________________________
      LoneWolfRides©

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      • #9573
        Hii friends...

        While cleaning the bike, i couldn't clean the rear alloy wheel..!!

        it was covered of grease (chain lube).

        Last time while i visited the svc, the person used the chain cleaner, the sprocket was looking clean & brand new.

        So i had a idea that -
        Can i use the chain cleaner on the alloy as it would remove the grease..?

        It sounds like a wild but i don't want to spoil the alloy...!!
        Or is using kerosene or diesel is a better option???

        Thanks.

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        • #9574
          Originally posted by Amrit View Post
          Hii friends...

          While cleaning the bike, i couldn't clean the rear alloy wheel..!!

          it was covered of grease (chain lube).

          Last time while i visited the svc, the person used the chain cleaner, the sprocket was looking clean & brand new.

          So i had a idea that -
          Can i use the chain cleaner on the alloy as it would remove the grease..?

          It sounds like a wild but i don't want to spoil the alloy...!!
          Or is using kerosene or diesel is a better option???

          Thanks.
          thats not a big issue
          try rubbing the grease off with dry cloth(no water) or if that doesn't help you can use spong and soap water. might be a slight exercise for the upperbody but the result will be satisfying.
          all the best
          Just because you haven't seen it doesnt mean its impossible...expect the unexpected.

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          • #9575
            Originally posted by prafultripathy View Post
            Ah ok!

            @Sakthi: I remember you by your face not by your ride We passed each other on Outer Ring Road....Remember the rain ride, superb wasn't it!
            Yeah Praful. I had doubted it may be you when you cross me before sarjapur signal. Thought of stopping you, but then I am not sure and that was not the right time as it was raining. I did enjoyed the ride. If I know that you, then I would have enjoyed more by opening my throttle. I always love to ride with a traffic flicker.
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            Riders on the storm - a mega saddlesore event
            [ ▪ Trip Log Thread ▪ | Intro | Log 1 | Log 2 | Log 3 | Climax | ]
            http://www.facebook.com/sakthi.nj

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            • #9576
              Originally posted by neil.jericho View Post
              Moral of the story - Buy both chain cleaner and lube cans and DIY ...... Will save you running around time & money !
              Yes. But be careful about your fingers.

              Originally posted by deepu165 View Post
              Guys!!!

              Can we use Castrol coolant in R15, and in what proportion.
              Use it in the proportion suggested on the can. A good discussion on coolants happened a few weeks back. Pls search.

              Originally posted by Sharan_R View Post
              Which is the best Engine oil for her?
              I have clocked 8000kms, using Yamalube SemiSynth since then.
              Motul or Mobil1? and what Grade of oil?

              Thanks!
              20W40 or 10W40. Discussed several times in this thread. Please search.
              Did you find a Mobil1 oil for bikes? Pls share details in engine oils thread.

              Originally posted by akhilmuraleedhar View Post
              is any one here using the cramster bionic knee guard?someone said that it can scratch the petrol tank . will it comply with the 15's riding posture without any damage?
              Almost every bionic knee guard would scratch the tank if you hug in to the tank tight. Yes, the Cramster one does. Proof, my R15's tank.

              Originally posted by harshit.d View Post
              Guys i've noticed one strange thing about R15 headlight spread (stock condition).
              ...
              I'm not sure if this is just with R15 or with all other vehicles as well. Noticed in R15 coz its been quite a while since i rode/drove any other vehicle!
              Inputs pls.
              Yes, R15's stock lighting is comparatively bad. Yes, most other bikes lighting suffers from the same problem but the R15's faces it a tad more.

              Originally posted by onefive View Post
              Could it be possible that the rear tyre alignment has gone wrong? Is there anything I need to check?
              Did the Auto hit the wheel?
              Check the alloy for any possible bends.

              Originally posted by Amrit View Post
              While cleaning the bike, i couldn't clean the rear alloy wheel..!!

              it was covered of grease (chain lube).
              wipe with a damp cloth. that should be enough

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              • #9577
                Originally posted by HydBiker View Post


                Almost every bionic knee guard would scratch the tank if you hug in to the tank tight. Yes, the Cramster one does. Proof, my R15's tank.

                how much did the cramster one cost u??? any other options ?
                Three things tell a man: his eyes, his friends and his BIKE


                aka AKSHAYsigpic

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                • #9578
                  Almost at 18K kms in a little over 7 months, I think its time i changed my tires, can feel them slipping a bit.

                  Anybody got some tires you can spare ?

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                  • #9579
                    Originally posted by TnT View Post
                    Almost at 18K kms in a little over 7 months,
                    ******* crazy

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                    • #9580
                      Originally posted by buggy View Post
                      how much did the cramster one cost u??? any other options ?
                      two years back there were not many options. You can look at AXO which are better. Even some AStar's are at okay price if not affordable. Buy the Cramsters if you don't get anything else around that price point - Rs 1400 I think.

                      Originally posted by sheelpriye View Post
                      ******* crazy
                      That's what happens when two crazy brothers ride her where ever possible.

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                      • #9581
                        Originally posted by TnT View Post
                        Almost at 18K kms in a little over 7 months, I think its time i changed my tires, can feel them slipping a bit.

                        Anybody got some tires you can spare ?
                        Get me a IRC widflare 90/90 and take my RTR's front tyre (r15 tyre) for free. It still has more than half life left
                        07 HH Zma
                        11 Honda Aviator DLX
                        14 Ford Figo 1.4 TDCI (Now Caged:( )
                        16 Scooty Zest
                        11 CBR 250R

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                        • #9582
                          Originally posted by TnT View Post
                          Almost at 18K kms in a little over 7 months, I think its time i changed my tires, can feel them slipping a bit.

                          Anybody got some tires you can spare ?
                          woha 18k 7 months i do like half of that in a year lolz

                          Originally posted by HydBiker View Post
                          two years back there were not many options. You can look at AXO which are better. Even some AStar's are at okay price if not affordable. Buy the Cramsters if you don't get anything else around that price point - Rs 1400 I think.
                          thanks will look into that
                          Three things tell a man: his eyes, his friends and his BIKE


                          aka AKSHAYsigpic

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                          • #9583
                            Originally posted by TnT View Post
                            Almost at 18K kms in a little over 7 months, I think its time i changed my tires, can feel them slipping a bit.

                            Anybody got some tires you can spare ?
                            Phew! Tires not available or what? I thought the crisis is over.

                            Originally posted by onefive View Post
                            A really unfortunate incident. My R15 got hit by an auto while taking a right turn. That drunk rider hit my exhaust. Only thing I can make out is one small scratch on the exhaust pipe. But while cornering I am not feeling confident anymore. It could be placebo effect.

                            Could it be possible that the rear tyre alignment has gone wrong? Is there anything I need to check?
                            Don't worry. Check the rim for bends at best. If the tire wasn't hit and if the bike didn't fall, no issues.
                            Originally posted by Amrit View Post
                            Hii friends...

                            While cleaning the bike, i couldn't clean the rear alloy wheel..!!

                            it was covered of grease (chain lube).

                            Last time while i visited the svc, the person used the chain cleaner, the sprocket was looking clean & brand new.

                            So i had a idea that -
                            Can i use the chain cleaner on the alloy as it would remove the grease..?

                            It sounds like a wild but i don't want to spoil the alloy...!!
                            Or is using kerosene or diesel is a better option???

                            Thanks.
                            No problems, but why waste chain clean? Use Kerosene to remove the tough much and wash off with soap/water.
                            You get the point?? :D
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                            sigpic

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                            • #9584
                              I am the guy who got ~55kmpl touring at 70-75 kmph(had to)
                              and now with the same motorcycle(same weight, swear i haven't gained) i got an FE of ~25kmpl in city riding
                              shifts happen at 10K and rarely i get to snick in 4th gear

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                              • #9585
                                Originally posted by HydBiker View Post

                                Did the Auto hit the wheel?
                                Check the alloy for any possible bends.
                                Originally posted by svjhonda View Post

                                Don't worry. Check the rim for bends at best. If the tire wasn't hit and if the bike didn't fall, no issues.
                                Nothing major happened (touch wood). Took it to service station. There was a bent at the exhaust. They fixed it neatly. Everything is fine now :-) .

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