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  • #91
    Originally posted by PIRANHABOY View Post
    and this is the one post i just HAD to read. I know this story by heart now. The ups & downs through your journey. Someday my blade will ride along ur Yam...


    Very true, very true. They only notice ME sitting behind!!
    Welcome to xBhp Angad, again :P

    Indeed you have been an inseparable part of my pursuit, having listened to all my worries when things didn't look up and you still do...cant thank enough for that....

    +1000 to that, in fact the ladies look at him(being the pillion), as I am too busy concentrating on the road and don't reciprocate to them...

    Indeed the Blade beckons...

    PS: Now you know why I used to talk about Pizza Delivery on the R1
    Hammer the racetrack. Pace yourself on the street.

    IBA Number: 47054

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    • #92
      hey any updates on the servicing expenses etc...??
      and any rides on the 1 with pics....
      Timon: Orange Yamaha FZ16 2009
      Optimus: Red Mahindra XUV500 W8 FWD 2013
      Atom: Red Tata Nano XTA 2016
      Pumba: Red Harley Street 750

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      • #93
        R1 Updates

        Just got the R1 serviced last week, here is a break-up of the service charges:

        Labour charges: 3500 INR
        Air Filter Assembly: 1700 INR
        Oil Filter: 650 INR
        Lubrication and Consumables: 300 INR

        Total Odo reading: 8800 kms

        The Spark Plugs have to be replaced in the next service..

        The battery has taken a toll since the fans run a lot in the city traffic, so currently saving the battery by having them disconnected

        R1 is gonna be in hibernation mode for a couple of weeks...
        Last edited by strider; 02-02-2011, 03:57 PM.
        Hammer the racetrack. Pace yourself on the street.

        IBA Number: 47054

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        • #94
          KUDOS TO YOU MAN.

          Three cheers for you, you are an inspiration for all software engineers like us to achieve our dreams


          May god keep you and your beauty safe and shining in glory always.

          Your story inspires me to really think of owning my DREAM BIKE R1, though i have just started off with my R15 which has a story similar to you.

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          • #95
            Originally posted by strider View Post
            The battery has taken a toll since the fans run a lot in the city traffic, so currently saving the battery by having them disconnected
            Why do you ride in the city?

            btw, if you mean you got the fans disconnected, then why not get a projector disconnected instead (like Akhil has).
            Wouldn't disconnecting the fan be bad for the engine, in the city.

            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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            • #96
              Originally posted by shrinathrao View Post
              KUDOS TO YOU MAN.

              Three cheers for you, you are an inspiration for all software engineers like us to achieve our dreams


              May god keep you and your beauty safe and shining in glory always.

              Your story inspires me to really think of owning my DREAM BIKE R1, though i have just started off with my R15 which has a story similar to you.
              thanks Sri...all the best and your R15 story deserves a thread...

              Originally posted by tibby View Post
              Why do you ride in the city?

              btw, if you mean you got the fans disconnected, then why not get a projector disconnected instead (like Akhil has).
              Wouldn't disconnecting the fan be bad for the engine, in the city.
              I have disconnected the battery altogether, you should never disconnect the fans since they maintain the temperature of the coolant...

              Disconnecting the headlight is an option..but I would rather ride with 2 lights so that no one shall mistake it for an R15...

              PS: Not blessed like Akhil to have an office on Mysore road
              Hammer the racetrack. Pace yourself on the street.

              IBA Number: 47054

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              • #97
                Originally posted by strider View Post
                I have disconnected the battery altogether, you should never disconnect the fans since they maintain the temperature of the coolant...
                I fail to understand. Disconnected the battery with what (projectors, radiator fan, etc)?

                Originally posted by strider View Post
                Disconnecting the headlight is an option..but I would rather ride with 2 lights so that no one shall mistake it for an R15...
                Lol.. Stop underestimating your bike's kid bro. Even it can have both lights on.

                Originally posted by strider View Post
                PS: Not blessed like Akhil to have an office on Mysore road
                Do you ride to office on the R1?!
                If I had my office on Mysore Road & an R1, I'd take a detour to Kanva, Maddur or Mandya daily before going to office.
                Wishful thinking you see.

                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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                • #98
                  inspiring story...

                  Dear Strider,

                  What an inspiring story! Read every post from starting to end till now. I am speechless buddy. And as sunny noted, it doesn't imply that superbiking is only the silver spoons!

                  Your story is a testament for it! Kudos, congrats, and my very best wishes. I mean, what an inspiring story. Man, you saved 800 bucks, left your bike and took public transportation? I can imagine your perseverance, and IRON WILLED dream.

                  Strider buddy, while you are happy to have the R1, let me add that it is that R1 that is luckier to have you as its owner. If your bike could talk, it will express how much it LOVES you. You earned it, over the years, heck, its like watching an epic movie, where the prince wins the king's daughter's heart

                  Your story will trigger the iron willed dream among all young bikers! Thank you for sharing them. My hearty wishes for you and your beauty. "two thumbs up"

                  cheers,

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                  • #99
                    Originally posted by tibby View Post
                    I fail to understand. Disconnected the battery with what (projectors, radiator fan, etc)?


                    Lol.. Stop underestimating your bike's kid bro. Even it can have both lights on.


                    Do you ride to office on the R1?!
                    If I had my office on Mysore Road & an R1, I'd take a detour to Kanva, Maddur or Mandya daily before going to office.
                    Wishful thinking you see.
                    I have disconnected the battery(removed the leads) completely since I wont use the bike for a couple of weeks..
                    Hammer the racetrack. Pace yourself on the street.

                    IBA Number: 47054

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                    • #100
                      A Touchy journey MAN!!! I can understand have middle-class enthusiasts like us feel when we finally acheive our dream machine.. We do remember every bit of it.. N boy u deserve it..
                      You gotta risk it.. to get da biscuit !!!

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                      • #101
                        Originally posted by strider View Post
                        I have disconnected the battery(removed the leads) completely since I wont use the bike for a couple of weeks..
                        Is that to ensure the battery doesnt drain out? If yes, then there are other ways to keep the battery full of juice... like parking the bike in my place
                        ATGATT - Because hospital ceilings are boring !!!

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                        • #102
                          Originally posted by Bking View Post
                          Dear Strider,

                          What an inspiring story! Read every post from starting to end till now. I am speechless buddy. And as sunny noted, it doesn't imply that superbiking is only the silver spoons!

                          Your story is a testament for it! Kudos, congrats, and my very best wishes. I mean, what an inspiring story. Man, you saved 800 bucks, left your bike and took public transportation? I can imagine your perseverance, and IRON WILLED dream.

                          Strider buddy, while you are happy to have the R1, let me add that it is that R1 that is luckier to have you as its owner. If your bike could talk, it will express how much it LOVES you. You earned it, over the years, heck, its like watching an epic movie, where the prince wins the king's daughter's heart

                          Your story will trigger the iron willed dream among all young bikers! Thank you for sharing them. My hearty wishes for you and your beauty. "two thumbs up"

                          cheers,
                          Thanks for the words..indeed humbled

                          Originally posted by MeTaL_MaNiaC View Post
                          A Touchy journey MAN!!! I can understand have middle-class enthusiasts like us feel when we finally acheive our dream machine.. We do remember every bit of it.. N boy u deserve it..
                          thank you..

                          Originally posted by n_aditya View Post
                          Is that to ensure the battery doesnt drain out? If yes, then there are other ways to keep the battery full of juice... like parking the bike in my place
                          Any-day Adi , as long you can get me a new battery
                          Hammer the racetrack. Pace yourself on the street.

                          IBA Number: 47054

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                          • #103
                            Cant believe i missed this thread.
                            What can i say except.. Inspirational. Its always a pleasure to hear your story. Now just waiting for the trip logs of those long long rides..
                            RTR170
                            Racing DNA truly Unleashed.

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                            • #104
                              Originally posted by strider View Post
                              I have disconnected the battery(removed the leads) completely since I wont use the bike for a couple of weeks..
                              Now I understand! So this is being so long as the bike is lying idle.
                              Have you thought of picking a battery charger?

                              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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                              • #105
                                I was really inspired when by you I heard your story during the I-day ride last year. I didn't know the full story and missed this thread. Glad I read this today. You give a whole new meaning to the words patience and persieverance. I'm crazy about the 2004 Fireblade, but the same looks isn't continued nowadays. Of course, technology has improved by leaps and bounds and I still yearn to get it.

                                Dream of getting a sports bike had diminished, thanks to people around. Starting from:
                                1. Lakhs of rupees for a bike??? You are crazy dude!!
                                2. It's any day better to buy a car than a sports bike(bwahahaha....)
                                3. You seem to be very rich
                                4. Sports bike? You?? Yeah, right. All the best.

                                But, each time, I remember your story and get a boost to my dreams. I'll never let it fade away. Got my eyes on 2-3 bikes of different categories. I WILL get my bike, even if it is a few years down the line. Thank you again for the inspiring story All the very best for your future and ride safe!

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