Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

[aditya_YZF-R15]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

jessel - i have been using 300v for the last 12000 kms in all kinds of weather, road and traffic conditions of and near allahabad and i haven't so far faced any problems (touchwood)...some people have faced some problems with the 300v, but many (most?) people have not...it seems from the reports by various people who have faced issues with the 300v that this oil doesnt fare so good if you are going to be riding in heavy city traffic every day...but still many people have not reported any issues with it..perhaps the oil is better suited for those who use the bike mostly for hard riding and for predominantly moderate to high speed long rides in which riding through dense city traffic constitutes a relatively small fraction.

it's really up to you which of the two oils (300v and 7100) you want to use, both are known to be great for the R15...you won't feel a big world of difference after switching to fully synthetic, but it certainly smoothens out the subtle things like high rev feel of the engine, gear shifts at high revs etc to a somewhat noticeable extent...besides, the drain interval is a bonus with the fully synthetic ones (about 4500-5000 kms for me with the 300v, but if you are usually a more sedate rider who rarely rips the bike you can probably do 6000-7000 kms as some people in the thread here have reported).

also, no such thing as you can't switch to FS oils before 10000kms...you can find lengthy discussions on this particular myth in this thread...i switched to 300v for the first time when the bike was about 5000kms, and so have many people...

[Jessel Paul]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Oh thanku aditya for the info..but i have been using the SS oil till now and my bike has done 15k now so now i have decided to switch to FS as i could find my engine isn't giving that smoothness as i need.and i could find the bike gets a rough sound and ride. so decided to swtich to FS for better performance and i haven't got traffic issues here as karwar is not that populated nor my township where i live and i do take it for long rides to many places.I was thinking to switch to 300v from the past week but as i saw motul factory recommended chart pic for R15 posted by chirag..then i thought to go for 7100..well but still im confused which one to go for...

jessel - i have been using 300v for the last 12000 kms in all kinds of weather, road and traffic conditions of and near allahabad and i haven't so far faced any problems (touchwood)...some people have faced some problems with the 300v, but many (most?) people have not...it seems from the reports by various people who have faced issues with the 300v that this oil doesnt fare so good if you are going to be riding in heavy city traffic every day...but still many people have not reported any issues with it..perhaps the oil is better suited for those who use the bike mostly for hard riding and for predominantly moderate to high speed long rides in which riding through dense city traffic constitutes a relatively small fraction.

it's really up to you which of the two oils (300v and 7100) you want to use, both are known to be great for the R15...you won't feel a big world of difference after switching to fully synthetic, but it certainly smoothens out the subtle things like high rev feel of the engine, gear shifts at high revs etc to a somewhat noticeable extent...besides, the drain interval is a bonus with the fully synthetic ones (about 4500-5000 kms for me with the 300v, but if you are usually a more sedate rider who rarely rips the bike you can probably do 6000-7000 kms as some people in the thread here have reported).

also, no such thing as you can't switch to FS oils before 10000kms...you can find lengthy discussions on this particular myth in this thread...i switched to 300v for the first time when the bike was about 5000kms, and so have many people...

[chiragsthakur]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Oh thanku aditya for the info..but i have been using the SS oil till now and my bike has done 15k now so now i have decided to switch to FS as i could find my engine isn't giving that smoothness as i need.and i could find the bike gets a rough sound and ride. so decided to swtich to FS for better performance and i haven't got traffic issues here as karwar is not that populated nor my township where i live and i do take it for long rides to many places.I was thinking to switch to 300v from the past week but as i saw motul factory recommended chart pic for R15 posted by chirag..then i thought to go for 7100..well but still im confused which one to go for...

You dont have to be confused. You have only two options when switching to full synthetic. Either 7100 or 300v. 300v is superior oil, but I am not sure whether it superior for r15. Use 7100 first. Then you can always upgrade to 300v. Always remember, never downgrade.

[incipient]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Oh thanku aditya for the info..but i have been using the SS oil till now and my bike has done 15k now so now i have decided to switch to FS as i could find my engine isn't giving that smoothness as i need.and i could find the bike gets a rough sound and ride. so decided to swtich to FS for better performance and i haven't got traffic issues here as karwar is not that populated nor my township where i live and i do take it for long rides to many places.I was thinking to switch to 300v from the past week but as i saw motul factory recommended chart pic for R15 posted by chirag..then i thought to go for 7100..well but still im confused which one to go for...

If smoothness is what you are after then 300V is not it. I switched to 300 V after my 3rd service and been using it ever since. The engine will be somewhat vibey and harsh sounding. I use it because i think it's better for my riding style since most of my time is spent at 7-10k rpm. My bike's at 21k km now and it's running well, certainly a lot better than my previous R15 did at the same mileage. Whether that has to do anything with the oil, i can't say.

[aditya_YZF-R15]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

^^ surprised to know that man... i have pretty much the opposite experience with 300v...i find the engine to be wonderfully smooth (feeling and sound wise) at 7-8.5 k rpm (i usually ride within 6-8.5k), even in strong summer conditions like now...i rarely go beyond 8.5k anymore, but i think every R15 probably sounds harsh beyond 9k given that 9k is very near its rev limit...the only time my engine sounds or feels quite a bit harsh at high revs is when the chain is completely dry or very loose and/or when the air filter hasn't been cleaned for a long time...of course at low gears even the mid revs often seem pretty harsh, but the higher gears (particularly 5th and 6th) work like a charm for me beyond 6k (and below 9k), even when the chain is not in all that clean a condition...hard to tangibly point out how much of it is due to the engine oil probably, but presumably it plays an important role in it, if not primary.

[incipient]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

I know it sounds like i am farting, but there's really a marked difference for me. I did try Yamalube once again and sure enough the old smoothness was back. I think 300V works better especially when the engine is hot and stressed, that's why i continue to use it. For someone who doesn't rev hard all the time it's not worth it IMO.. checking the oil level and changing the oil on time is far more important.

[aditya_YZF-R15]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

I know it sounds like i am farting

lol

I did try Yamalube once again and sure enough the old smoothness was back

interesting, and weird i suppose.

I think 300V works better especially when the engine is hot and stressed, that's why i continue to use it. For someone who doesn't rev hard all the time it's not worth it IMO..

true that...no point going for it if one is not a revvy rider...

either way, not sure why this particular oil seems to give different experiences to different riders...i rip the bike most of the time and thankfully for me so far, it's worked fine apparently and i sure hope it continues...

[Gurudatt]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Forget that 300v exists, with a relatively new engine momentarily it will make you feel the engine is smooth revvy and stuff.. But it is not thick enough to lubricate your bikes engine.. 300v isn't designed for R15, any FS oil for that matter, it will hurt the engine in long run..
Besides most of us extend drain intervals which isn't good either..
I used 300v for almost 30k, it was all good initially it take a toll on your engine eventually..
If you are willing to open up n replace bore on your engine at 60-70k, while R15 can last more than a lakh easily, go ahead and use FS oil..


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[sibun]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

I have updated the stock bulbs with Osram Silverstar HS1 35/35w and connected both bulbs in Low beam as well . Below is the output .. Its slightly more than what shows in picture..
Low Beam - 70w consumption

High Beam - 70w consumption

Both Beams - Switch in center position. Somewhere around 140w consumption.

Osram silverstar is an awesome bulb. Although its 35watt but lights like 55 watts. Using on my extreme and joy. In joy its awesome because of round headlight.

The most important thing I that it gives a significantly longer beam which is a boon on highway.

And with osram bulbs the high beam focus and length I far better than any bulb. Be it normal osram bulb.

The negative is that low beam has less lumens than halonix. But the spread and reach makes it not to be felt.

[Jessel Paul]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

well i did catch that chirag ...i will be going for the 7100 now as even its recommended by motul..later on ill watch out for 300v..

You dont have to be confused. You have only two options when switching to full synthetic. Either 7100 or 300v. 300v is superior oil, but I am not sure whether it superior for r15. Use 7100 first. Then you can always upgrade to 300v. Always remember, never downgrade.

[D.j]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Hello Friends,
Please help me on how to properly replace / clean the radiator , i want to perform something like below in the video.

https://youtu.be/D5DbabmWdJs

He is cleaning the radiator with distilled water and then pouring the coolant ..
One more video on same

https://youtu.be/GFb01PKM-cE

I have already gone through the DIY thread on this topic .the replacement is done through inlet system in the thread .. But the one above are through water pump and exhaust system ..
Also some help on bleeding the system ..

An update yesterday I changed my bike's brake pads . found that the front was not evenly worn out.
See below :
New pads with Part No.


Front pads connected to calliper .

Worn out front pad

Total Cost : ₹560+₹900=₹1460
Please suggest what could be the reason ..

[D.j]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

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Yes engine sound changes a bit when the clutch is depressed.

I use Motul 7100 20w50 FS. This oil is perfect for r15. Smooth gear shifts. Smooth engine performance over long distances. Higher drain intervals.

[chiragsthakur]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

I havent faced issue with oil levels dropping with 7100. I change oil at every 4k intervals. My riding style is similar to what you have mentioned.

7100 20w50 should the perfect grade you can use in summers.

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I see two probable reasons, hardened mud accumulated between pad and disc, or undulations on the disc itself. No need to worry. And one more point, I would like to add is, the new brake pads for r15 are of hard material. If you compare the old and new brake pads, you will find a noticeable difference in the quality. This had resulted in audible brake noise, not much, but still audible when the brakes are partially engaged

Hello Friends,
An update yesterday I changed my bike's brake pads . found that the front was not evenly worn out.
See below :

Please suggest what could be the reason ..

[christo]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Guys having a problem with the fuel level meter.

Thing is; no matter how low the fuel gets, the fuel meter wont go into F mode(reserve meter).

Problems started about two weeks ago, when I noticed bike isnt coming to life on first crank also the fuel pump made louder sound than usual. When I opened the tank lid, I was shocked to see the tank running empty but the strange thing was the fuel meter showed 1 bar without blinking. if I fill petrol, the level raises but no matter how low the fuel Gets it wont run the F - meter.

I usually keep fuel above reserve level always, never been ran out of fuel.
Anybody has some idea about whats wrong?

[christo]

Re: Yamaha YZF-R15 version 2.0

Hey guys when I turned ignition today I got 46 code. 4 long beeps 6 short ones. Does that mean is my battery weak as the error code means faulty power supply to the ecu? I have never had problems with battery. Starts at the first crank every morning

I had the same problem and the bike used to lose power on first gear and die. On my bike it was the RR unit that was the culprit. Changed it for some 350 bucks. Faulty RR unit also damaged the battery too(it was so hot and steamy under the seat). Replaced the battery too and everything became normal.