[Group] SUZUKI Bandit

[chee_teck]

Originally posted by S750WP@Jul 4 2004, 02:43 PM

I found this shop to recon my radiator, its at UBI, the shop name is called URS radiator service.

 

They are asking for $150 for the job. They will use back the old radiator frame, and weld new coolant passage with the fins.

Congrats! now we know where we can go to repair our radiator if it leak..hehe..btw u tried using the sealant the second time?

 

BTW u looking for gasket sealant? is it those high temperature sealant or those called gasket maker?i got mine (red colour) from jusco in malaysia...can try there...

 

kenneth

[silver]

i saw motoworld got sell d orange type but i didnt ask the price.

[S750WP]

Originally posted by chee_teck@Jul 6 2004, 02:05 PM

Congrats! now we know where we can go to repair our radiator if it leak..hehe..btw u tried using the sealant the second time?

 

BTW u looking for gasket sealant? is it those high temperature sealant or those called gasket maker?i got mine (red colour) from jusco in malaysia...can try there...

 

kenneth

Nope I didn;t use the 'Stop Leak' product again as I'm worried it may clog up other things in the cooling system, e.g. thermostat, water pump etc.

 

I'm looking for the high temp RTV sealant, orange type., not liquid gasket.

[S750WP]

Notice it quite a common sight for bandit 400 radiator to leak, because while I was at the radiator repair shop saw a few bandit radiators there.

[S750WP]

Originally posted by silver@Jul 7 2004, 12:14 AM

i saw motoworld got sell d orange type but i didnt ask the price.

I think I will go to alexandra village motorbike shop to see if they got sell or not, I have no transport for the moment because I haven put in my recon radiator yet because I am gona to check the valve clearance.

[Guest RG]

check this out

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forum/index....showtopic=45443

[rocketman2]

Originally posted by RG@Jul 7 2004, 11:16 PM

check this out

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forum/index....showtopic=45443

That guy has a lousy way of dealing. First he starts off by selling a certain item at a price. Even after someone has confirmed the sale, he can sms me saying that if i up my bid, , the item is mine. Wat ethics man. Or rather, in his own words, "my concept". Hope this shall serve as a warning to any body who wishes to deal with him. I hav kept a log of the smses exchanged for you guys to make yr own judgement. Cheers

[silver]

well, post in his thread to expose him. I had also contacted him for a bandit400 part which the price is agreed on b4 he post the price list for gsx400. Just waiting to see if he is going to close the deal or try some funny tricks b4 i post in his thread.

[Guest RG]

Originally posted by silver@Jul 10 2004, 10:39 AM

well, post in his thread to expose him. I had also contacted him for a bandit400 part which the price is agreed on b4 he post the price list for gsx400. Just waiting to see if he is going to close the deal or try some funny tricks b4 i post in his thread.

Wooohooo!!!

 

Silver in action!

[kata_killer]

wow... got this kind of ppl... just beware of him.

[xiao_p]

wat tire pressure u guys think is the best for bandit 400?

[Guest RG]

Originally posted by xiao_p@Jul 10 2004, 06:25 PM

wat tire pressure u guys think is the best for bandit 400?

depends loh, there's a sticker at the hugger. It'll give u a guide.

[xiao_p]

Originally posted by RG@Jul 10 2004, 07:44 PM

depends loh, there's a sticker at the hugger. It'll give u a guide.

mine long gone liao

wondering if front 30 / rear 34 is ok

[S750WP]

Finally I did my valve clearance, I adjusted all to the mid range except for cyl 3 intake which is in spec.

 

For you guys/gals info, bandit 400 P model clearance is as follow

 

Intake 0.005"-0.007"

Exhaust 0.008"-0.010"

 

Total cost is only $6.50 for the Anabond high temp RTV sealant(grey) which I got from a bike shop, I reuse all the gasket (I was very carefully knocking the cover gently with a soft mallet to open up the valve cover and signal generator cover).

 

In the process of taking off parts I also clean my thermostat, it turns from rusty to shiny. The rubber gasket on the thermostat was quite bad, which leaks after assemble, so I put the Anabond silicon all around and that stop the leak.

 

Disassemble and clean my front brake master cylinder cause its choke and change the front brake caliper piston and seals ($39 because I couldn't get similar parts from honda).

 

When I assemble back everything its turns out fine, no leak and nothing abnormal. I check if my water pump is working after the bike is heated up and the thermostat is opened and I can see the new coolant swirling inside so thats good. My new recon radiator is also working fine, looking like brand new.

[S750WP]

Like to ask you guys when you off the bike engine, engage in first or any gear other than neutral. Then when you clutch in and push the bike, is it difficult pushing cause mine is and I wonder has it got something related to my gear difficult in shifting down?

 

But when the engine is running, clutch in with the gears engage its very easy to push the bike around.

 

I have open up the front sprocket cover and clean up all the grimes built up and spray plenty of WD40 on the clutch mechanism but it doesn't help much. Also if you have open up your front sprocket cover did you notice there is a metal rod on the clutch mechanism it can be pulled out, wonder if its normal?

[silver]

Originally posted by S750WP@Jul 12 2004, 11:46 AM

Like to ask you guys when you off the bike engine, engage in first or any gear other than neutral. Then when you clutch in and push the bike, is it difficult pushing cause mine is and I wonder has it got something related to my gear difficult in shifting down?

 

But when the engine is running, clutch in with the gears engage its very easy to push the bike around.

 

I have open up the front sprocket cover and clean up all the grimes built up and spray plenty of WD40 on the clutch mechanism but it doesn't help much. Also if you have open up your front sprocket cover did you notice there is a metal rod on the clutch mechanism it can be pulled out, wonder if its normal?

should not be difficult to push ard when clutch n in gear. at least mine wasnt.

 

the metal rod you mention can be taken out also on mine.

[Guest R1szuan]

Originally posted by S750WP@Jul 12 2004, 11:33 AM

Finally I did my valve clearance, I adjusted all to the mid range except for cyl 3 intake which is in spec.

 

For you guys/gals info, bandit 400 P model clearance is as follow

 

Intake 0.005"-0.007"

Exhaust 0.008"-0.010"

 

Total cost is only $6.50 for the Anabond high temp RTV sealant(grey) which I got from a bike shop, I reuse all the gasket (I was very carefully knocking the cover gently with a soft mallet to open up the valve cover and signal generator cover).

 

In the process of taking off parts I also clean my thermostat, it turns from rusty to shiny. The rubber gasket on the thermostat was quite bad, which leaks after assemble, so I put the Anabond silicon all around and that stop the leak.

 

Disassemble and clean my front brake master cylinder cause its choke and change the front brake caliper piston and seals ($39 because I couldn't get similar parts from honda).

 

When I assemble back everything its turns out fine, no leak and nothing abnormal. I check if my water pump is working after the bike is heated up and the thermostat is opened and I can see the new coolant swirling inside so thats good. My new recon radiator is also working fine, looking like brand new.

ur clutch plates are gone. I ever had my GSX when i clutch in i cant reverse it is veri hard. And when i clutch in the bike move by itself. Even after replace cable still the same. problem is plates are badly worn

[S750WP]

Oic, will get the clutch plate change during the next oil change as I just change the engine oil last month.

[hmm_]

anyone got a pic on how a banditV looks like? or many u guys can post some pics of ur banditVs pics......and may I know the price range?

[joekia]

Originally posted by hmm_@Jul 12 2004, 07:47 PM

anyone got a pic on how a banditV looks like? or many u guys can post some pics of ur banditVs pics......and may I know the price range?

should be bout 2k plus.... definately got looks that're unique...

[xiao_p]

Originally posted by S750WP@Jul 12 2004, 01:06 PM

Oic, will get the clutch plate change during the next oil change as I just change the engine oil last month.

heard dat the whole clutch thing cost about $200+

[S750WP]

Originally posted by xiao_p@Jul 15 2004, 12:42 AM

heard dat the whole clutch thing cost about $200+

For clutch plate alone is $85, clutch plate plus steel plate $135, gasket is $8. Parts quote from KS.

 

I called guan hoe and they advise to change the clutch hub sleeve when changing clutch plate, not sure about the cost of this one, but a complete overhaul is going to cost abt $200 not inclusive of workmanship.

 

Hopefully I only need to change the clutch plate, $85.

[S750WP]

Bandit brudders & sista, can help me do some test on your b4??

 

 

Test 1

******

Step 1: Engine off

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Do you feel there are some restriction when pushing, as if the gear is not fully disengage

 

Test 2

******

Step 1: Start Engine

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Is it more easier to push the bike compare to Test 1?

 

Test 3

******

Step 1: Put bike on main stand

Step 2: Start Engine

Step 3: Shift to first gear

Step 4: Clutch in

 

Result: Is your rear wheel spinning?

[kata_killer]

Originally posted by S750WP@Jul 15 2004, 03:38 PM

 

 

Test 1

******

Step 1: Engine off

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Feel there are some restriction when pushing, as if the gear is not fully disengage. Not True

 

Test 2

******

Step 1: Start Engine

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Is it more easier to push the bike compare to Test 1. True

 

Test 3

******

Step 1: Put bike on main stand

Step 2: Start Engine

Step 3: Shift to first gear

Step 4: Clutch in

 

Result: Is your rear wheel spinning? Yes

 

 

Hope this will answer ure question.

[chinjoon]

Test 1

******

Step 1: Engine off

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Feel there are some restriction when pushing, as if the gear is not fully disengage. =====>YES

 

Test 2

******

Step 1: Start Engine

Step 2: Shift to first gear

Step 3: Clutch in and try pushing the bike around

 

Result: Is it more easier to push the bike compare to Test 1. ====>YES

 

Test 3

******

Step 1: Put bike on main stand

Step 2: Start Engine

Step 3: Shift to first gear

Step 4: Clutch in

 

Result: Is your rear wheel spinning? ====>Yes

 

 

Hope this will answer ure question.