[Group] Singapore BAJAJ Team (SBT)

[ORen]

maybe u can consider the p180, styling wise is similar(except for the 3d logo on the tank which looks less nice, and the aluminium exhaust on P200) but has clipon handle bars and larger front forks, better fuel economy and is cheaper. The P200 is an old 2006 model.

rear drum brakes are useless in my opinion, even in dry weather to the point that i dont even use them. Front tyres are just as if not more important. my old P180 ug3 actually skidded in on the fronts when i braked at higher speeds during wet weather...

 

I think the P200 UM sells is the 2009 model..

[ORen]

sounds very very interesting! :thumb:

edit: i mean the whole report! not a part of it

 

Thanks Dejaxx for the feedback, appreciate it !

[alvinyansg]

Because it seems to me they are less reliable than straps. I've been using bungee cords a lot before I got the rack and it does a good job, but it's not really good to fix a saddle bag closer to the rack.

I was thinking a strap will keep the saddle bag close to the frame of the rack and also provide support and tighten the whole thing. Bungees I thought would just move with the bag if there are massive bumps or shakes.. I don't know... I feel like I can tighten the straps easily and use them as a secure way to keep the bags very close to the rack.

 

have you bought the straps?

there is a shop at beach road that can help you sew the straps onto the back of the saddle bag itself

[ORen]

have you bought the straps?

there is a shop at beach road that can help you sew the straps onto the back of the saddle bag itself

 

I got some $2 straps from Daiso, will try to set them up this WE see how they work out.

I'm not sure I can sew straps on the bags, they are waterproof bags, and I don't want to damage them with sewing something on them.. Hmm.. I'll have a look tomorrow to see if there are places maybe I can attach them, without touching the waterproof material (the rack-side of the bag is some sort of thick foam padding, maybe there?)

[-Gu0Zz-]

I think the P200 UM sells is the 2009 model..

haha yeah.. and i think they're basically identical besides the rpm face being white or black.

 

Hi and welcome to SBT,

The Pulsar rear brakes aren't the best feature of the bike. You can't count on them like a Ducati can count on its Brembos. But that doesn't mean that they will "fail" if it rains ! It means your riding style will adapt to the bike. You'll naturally learn to break to get the best result with the speed you're traveling at.

 

Tyres: Please change the tyres as soon as possible. I don;t know which are the cheapest, I hear Shinko might be, check them out. Anything will be better than the stock ones - I think only guys from India who rode a Pulsar in India are able to ride with the stock tyres in Singapore and not skid/fall every now and then . You can also wait until your first fall in the carpark or on the road to decide to change them, up to you. Change BOTH tyres, not just the rear one.

Size of the tyres, just get something close to the stock tyre or a tiny bit bigger - if you want to change the size by a bigger size, know that this will affect your FC, and might need sprocket adjustment to match the change.

SG and MY have two very different types of roads, so my advice is pick street tyres, meant for SG roads since this is where you'll ride more often I suppose.

 

Thanks Dejaxx for the feedback' date=' appreciate it ! [/quote']

 

are u implying that i'm an indian from india? i never fell before on stock tyres on either the P180 or P200 roughly.. but honestly i think the p180's rubbers have become like clay. it was 3 years old when i bought it and it's still on stocks. my new P200 ones feels much better

[alvinyansg]

I got some $2 straps from Daiso, will try to set them up this WE see how they work out.

I'm not sure I can sew straps on the bags, they are waterproof bags, and I don't want to damage them with sewing something on them.. Hmm.. I'll have a look tomorrow to see if there are places maybe I can attach them, without touching the waterproof material (the rack-side of the bag is some sort of thick foam padding, maybe there?)

 

that shop also sells straps and they can advise you on if it can be done or not...

the shop also sells the reflective harness...

[alvinyansg]

haha yeah.. and i think they're basically identical besides the rpm face being white or black.

 

 

 

 

 

are u implying that i'm an indian from india? i never fell before on stock tyres on either the P180 or P200 roughly.. but honestly i think the p180's rubbers have become like clay. it was 3 years old when i bought it and it's still on stocks. my new P200 ones feels much better

 

the P180 stocks are thinner stock is 100 and are tubed tires compare to the P200 stock wider,120 and tubeless

just that the tries are not really designed for our local roads...

not saying they cannot be used on local roads

just that they tend to be easier to skid on

[-Gu0Zz-]

yups. that's my ug3 vs my new p200. but i believe it's also due to the rubber compound hardening on my old p180 due to severe aging. Haha, the groves on the tyres made it seem like it's for off road use.

[mfk74]

is it Dong Yi ?? ..... kekekekee

 

yup..good drama....normally i'm not that bother about Korean drama..but this one is exceptionally good...

[atipo]

@atipo comin btwo tonite? Headlight protector arrive alrdy

 

Sorry bro. Am recovering from knee surgery. Will be walking soon. Sorry for the miss call. Will contact u. soon.

[speedaddict]

Going jb this morning 930 with gaban. Meet at causeway taxi stand.

 

 

Just reached home. Saw aftermath of accident: car and bike. The one in the blue tent probably is the rider. Rode beside it. So sad and scary.

[mjbs64]

yup..good drama....normally i'm not that bother about Korean drama..but this one is exceptionally good...

 

Yes that's true .. one of the best historical drama for 2010!! ... nice plot, nice actor, nice song, nice music ...!!

I've completed watching the whole 60 episodes twice !! .. heheheee

 

here are my other best list for historical drama rating out of 5 star

 

2010 > Dong Yi ( classical instruments / music) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2009 > Jejoonwon (medical surgery) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

2008 > Iljimae (locksmith) ... 5 star

2008 > Painter of the Wind (royal potraits/drawing ) .. 4.5 star

2007 > Yi San ( royal potraits/drawing ) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2007 > New Heart (modern medical surgery /heart) .. 5 star .. recomended to watch

2006 > ??

2005 > Ballad of Suh Dong (old folks song) ... 4 star

2004 > Jewel in the Palace (medical & food) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

 

 

hehehehe ... I'm a korean drama fan too!! ... hahahahaha

[Fredd]

u all watch on dvd or download? can borrow since i so free..hehehe

 

Yes that's true .. one of the best historical drama for 2010!! ... nice plot, nice actor, nice song, nice music ...!!

I've completed watching the whole 60 episodes twice !! .. heheheee

 

here are my other best list for historical drama rating out of 5 star

 

2010 > Dong Yi ( classical instruments / music) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2009 > Jejoonwon (medical surgery) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

2008 > Iljimae (locksmith) ... 5 star

2008 > Painter of the Wind (royal potraits/drawing ) .. 4.5 star

2007 > Yi San ( royal potraits/drawing ) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2007 > New Heart (modern medical surgery /heart) .. 5 star .. recomended to watch

2006 > ??

2005 > Ballad of Suh Dong (old folks song) ... 4 star

2004 > Jewel in the Palace (medical & food) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

 

 

hehehehe ... I'm a korean drama fan too!! ... hahahahaha

[revhappy]

I think the P200 UM sells is the 2009 model..

 

haha yeah.. and i think they're basically identical besides the rpm face being white or black.

 

Yeah the P200 was designed and launched in early 2007 and after than no enhancements. Whereas the P180 UG4 is an upgraded version launched in 2009 with many things taken from P200 and P220. Hence if you have to choose b/w a brand new P200 and P180 its not an easy decision especially if there is a huge price gap.

[revhappy]

I think only guys from India who rode a Pulsar in India are able to ride with the stock tyres in Singapore and not skid/fall every now and then . You can also wait until your first fall in the carpark or on the road to decide to change them, up to you. Change BOTH tyres, not just the rear one.

 

Haha, I too have seen majority of the pulsars on the road run on stock tyres and many of them will be indian riders. But the moment I see stock tyres, first thing I see is the head cowling and some of them would have suffered a fall and scratched it. Normal circumstances, if you dont corner like valentino rossi on wet roads, you wouldn't skid even with stock. If its a wheel lock or something then can't help stock or bridgestone will skid.

 

Actually the roads in SG are good, no potholes or sand on the road so skidding chances are less than in India. In India roads can have sand, gravel, potholes and so many emergency situations for sudden braking. But only saving grace is speeds there are low so crash is never at higher than 40 km/hr.

 

Its only in the MSCPs when wet and while turning if you grab the front brakes then you are dead.. crash.. sure thing.

 

But I would say if you have to ride on the stock tyres, bare minimum should have the crash bar on.

Edited May 20, 2011 by revhappy

[mfk74]

Yes that's true .. one of the best historical drama for 2010!! ... nice plot, nice actor, nice song, nice music ...!!

I've completed watching the whole 60 episodes twice !! .. heheheee

 

here are my other best list for historical drama rating out of 5 star

 

2010 > Dong Yi ( classical instruments / music) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2009 > Jejoonwon (medical surgery) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

2008 > Iljimae (locksmith) ... 5 star

2008 > Painter of the Wind (royal potraits/drawing ) .. 4.5 star

2007 > Yi San ( royal potraits/drawing ) .. 5 star ... recomended to watch

2007 > New Heart (modern medical surgery /heart) .. 5 star .. recomended to watch

2006 > ??

2005 > Ballad of Suh Dong (old folks song) ... 4 star

2004 > Jewel in the Palace (medical & food) ... 5 star .. recomended to watch

 

 

hehehehe ... I'm a korean drama fan too!! ... hahahahaha

 

Super off topic...hehehehehe:P

@mjbs64..u hv 2008 > Iljimae (locksmith) ... 5 star

Can borrow?

 

@Fredd...i only hv dvd for Dong Yi..but still hvnt finish yet..hehehehe

[mjbs64]

u all watch on dvd or download? can borrow since i so free..hehehe

 

Super off topic...hehehehehe:P

@mjbs64..u hv 2008 > Iljimae (locksmith) ... 5 star

Can borrow?

 

@Fredd...i only hv dvd for Dong Yi..but still hvnt finish yet..hehehehe

 

 

hahahaha .. all the dramas I watched online lah ....

 

 

http://www.dramacrazy.net/korean-drama/iljimae-episode-1/69485

 

http://i.dramacrazy.net/tn_Iljimae_poster.jpg

Edited May 21, 2011 by mjbs64

[alvinyansg]

super heavy rain...

ride safe...

[Lanzer]

CoOL weather today!

[Lanzer]

Hey guys, time for another update ! This ought to keep busy those of you who are bored

 

 

Stay tuned, it's coming very soon, we are now putting the content we typed on simple notepad / word documents, into proper blog posts. We also finished testing the iPhone app we'll be using to record and track our daily rides, and it's giving very nice results .

 

I decided to advertise on the website to generate some income to hopefully pay for its hosting. But for SBT members, if you want to advertise your site or services, please feel free to contact me, I'll be happy to support you by giving you some ad space for free.

 

To be able to update the website regularly as we travel, but more importantly to be able to stay in touch with family & friends, we'll be purchasing a 3G sim card in every country we travel through. If you have any experience or info on 3G prepaid card plans, ideally with a micro-sim, for any of the above countries except Malaysia (already have it), feel free to comment !

 

Also, I was wondering if any of you ever used a USB modem that works with a 3G sim card ? I don;t know much about it, never used one, but that would be handy to surf the net on the laptop instead of the iPhone. I know I can turn the latter into a wifi spot, but it's probably faster and better for the battery to use a USB modem.

 

Along with the website, a Facebook page (maybe an account too) and a Twitter account will be created for this trip so make sure you add those to your own accounts to follow the trip

 

 

 

That's it for this update, don't miss the next one ! We'll talk about:

- The tool kit

- What we'll be taking with us (The Gear)

- The website launch !

 

 

:cheers:

 

:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:

[alvinyansg]

All payment recieved.Thanks for all your prompt payment.

 

Names:

1) mfk74: Protec Ultimate V3 Ground x 2,TDK Stabiliser x 2 -> SGD$86 ->Paid

2) dejaxx: Protec Ultimate V3 Ground x 2,TDK Stabiliser x 2, Protec Air Filter x 1 -> SGD$110 ->Paid

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6) Fiddy : TDK Stabiliser x 2, Protec Air Filter x 1 -> SGD$38 ->Paid

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10) Lucky21: Protec Air Filter x2 (Its time to change my air filter. ) -> SGD$48 ->Paid

11) YenYu: TDK Stabiliser x 1 -> SGD$7 ->Paid

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[revhappy]

Just bought a can of Very High Temperature paint to DIY spray my exhaust!

 

 

I am planning to remove the entire exhaust, sand paper it and then spray it. But wondering where do I actually do the spraying job

[alvinyansg]

for those still considering to get the the GE DV1 or not

i just rode in the pretty heavy rain just now with the cam recording...

will upload the vid soon

[mjbs64]

Just bought a can of Very High Temperature paint to DIY spray my exhaust!

 

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I am planning to remove the entire exhaust, sand paper it and then spray it. But wondering where do I actually do the spraying job

 

 

AT HOME !!!!! ... hahahahhaa

 

hmmm just find a corner around your block area at the void deck .. place a newspaper, masking tape to tape the paper from flying off .. as long as you don't mess the place and clear all the mess after your diy .. it should be ok! ...

 

just be a responsible resident and rider lah!! .. heheheee

 

btw .. becareful with the exhaust gasket when you removed the exhaust ... kekekkeeee

 

 

for just a few tips if needs to lah .. click here http://nick.declario.com/cars/Legend/articles/exhaust-repair/exhaust-tutorial.pdf

Edited May 21, 2011 by mjbs64

[mjbs64]

maybe u can consider the p180, styling wise is similar(except for the 3d logo on the tank which looks less nice, and the aluminium exhaust on P200) but has clipon handle bars and larger front forks, better fuel economy and is cheaper. The P200 is an old 2006 model.

rear drum brakes are useless in my opinion, even in dry weather to the point that i dont even use them. Front tyres are just as if not more important. my old P180 ug3 actually skidded in on the fronts when i braked at higher speeds during wet weather...

 

hmmmmm I don't think the rear brake is useless lah only that it is not that good only .. reason we opt the japanese brand shoe from dickson road as alternative for now ... can't be that very good but so far it works better than stock .. hehehehe

 

and hmmmmm .... aluminum exhaust on P200 ???????????? ... are you serious? ... kekekeke