Suzuki Impulse GSX 400

[S750WP]

Couldn't decide which paintwork for my Impulse

 

http://katalog-motocyklov.sk/img/suzuki-gsx-1400-r2006-1.jpg

 

http://www.resimler.tv/data/media/316/Suzuki-GSX-1400-2005.jpg

 

http://katalog-motocyklu.cz/img/suzuki-gsx-1400-r2006-4.jpg

 

http://katalog-motocyklov.sk/img/suzuki-gsx-1400-1.jpg

Edited March 17, 2010 by S750WP

[S750WP]

Just took some pics of my bike.

 

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010%5C03%5C11%5Cbikepics-1924342-800.jpg

 

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010%5C03%5C11%5Cbikepics-1924343-800.jpg

[S750WP]

Just changed the steering cone bearing last week, the old one is corroded and very difficult to steer.

 

$25 for the bearing (non OEM, bought from KS motorcyle) and $50 for workmanship done at my trusted workshop.

 

Total damage $75.

 

Workmanship I believe can be cheaper if done in JB but not worth taking into consideration of the traveling to and fro and the risk if its not done properly.

[S750WP]

Bought a used set of used Superfour Vtec signals(spec 1), and solder the wire myself.

 

Its getting to look more like a Superfour will update some pics.

 

Total damage $30 (inclusive of wires and solder iron)

[Manjan-Bhai]

Couldn't decide which paintwork for my Impulse

 

http://katalog-motocyklov.sk/img/suzuki-gsx-1400-r2006-1.jpg

 

I like this best.

[S750WP]

Latest Pic of my bike, back to basic w/o the wing rack and boxes.

 

S4 Spec1/2 signals (the wiring is alter to make the front signal on like S4) and GSX1400 chain guard installed.

 

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x97/S750WP/SNC00196.jpg

 

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x97/S750WP/SNC00197.jpg

Edited April 1, 2010 by S750WP

[Kuldip33]

I am posting some of my bike's pictures after a good wash and polish. Nice bike to ride. Not sure why it is not that popular in Singapore. Good consumption, about 22KM/L and good power also.

[Kuldip33]

Got a problem though, any good workshop to suggest to change my fork seal. Leaking. I want to buy the original part and need them to change it for me. Any suggestions anyone??

[S750WP]

I am posting some of my bike's pictures after a good wash and polish. Nice bike to ride. Not sure why it is not that popular in Singapore. Good consumption, about 22KM/L and good power also.

 

 

Nice and good condition impulse you have there.

 

Guess youngster don't like Ah Pek looking bike, agree on the FC and nice ride.

 

I can clock about 25-26km/L, avg speed 100km/h (80% expressway)

[S750WP]

Added a used GIVI E33 box today, its to store my new HRC helmet, to prevent it from sabotage and rain. Last week, some stupid idiot sabotage by opening my helmet visor and my helmet become soaking wet from the heavy down pour, when I park at the open car park at my company.

 

Paid $30 for the box and rack, $10 for the bracket from LAB, $15 to the mechanic in JB to mod the rack to fit my bike.

Edited April 4, 2010 by S750WP

[Kuldip33]

hi S750WP. Wonder if you can recommend a mechanic to change my fork seal. I will buy the seal and just need him to change and replenish the oil. Do you know how much it would cost?

 

Thanks

[Manjan-Bhai]

hi S750WP. Wonder if you can recommend a mechanic to change my fork seal. I will buy the seal and just need him to change and replenish the oil. Do you know how much it would cost?

 

Thanks

 

One of my forks was leaking late last yr. I serviced both at Bike Workz in kaki bukit area. It is located inside of Shun Li Industrial Park.

 

$80 (can't remember exactly how much) for changing both fork seals, dust covers, and fork oil.

[S750WP]

hi S750WP. Wonder if you can recommend a mechanic to change my fork seal. I will buy the seal and just need him to change and replenish the oil. Do you know how much it would cost?

 

Thanks

 

Paid $20 for Workmanship to change both fork oil seal, at Universal workshop at Alexandra Village couple of years ago. Look for Michael.

[.BlackSun.]

well, its cheap amd good.

[byte77]

Just got a 1998 Impulse, COE till 2018.

cheaper insurance too at only $190, compared to $500++ for CB400.

overall, a good bike and i'm satisfied.

[S750WP]

Just got a 1998 Impulse, COE till 2018.

cheaper insurance too at only $190, compared to $500++ for CB400.

overall, a good bike and i'm satisfied.

 

Congrats on the new ride, its a good and cheap ride if you maintain it well.

[S750WP]

Will be going to AGL to paste the rim stickers and rewrap my seat, anyone interested to join??

 

Probably going in on Tuesday night, 10pm.

[byte77]

Congrats on the new ride, its a good and cheap ride if you maintain it well.

 

Just went to KS Motor and got these at near distributor price:

 

back brake disc : $145 (a boon lay motorshop quoted me $220++)

brake pad : $50

oil filter: $12

air filter: $38

 

Satisfied! budget class 2a bike!

[S750WP]

Just went to KS Motor and got these at near distributor price:

 

back brake disc : $145 (a boon lay motorshop quoted me $220++)

brake pad : $50

oil filter: $12

air filter: $38

 

Satisfied! budget class 2a bike!

 

 

The oil filter is cheaper compare to Guan Hoe, Suzuki agent, $19 before GST. Some says the oil filter sold by KS is made in China hence its cheaper. To me there is no difference, been using KS oil filter for many years now I am using the one by Guan Hoe. I am com-tempting to buy a GSX1400 KNN filter to save on the long term cost of replacing the stock filter.

 

Recently I bought a set of steering cone bearing from KS for $25, was told by workshop the original from Suzuki cost at least $60. So far the bearing is working fine for me too.

 

Another good source for spare part is scrap yard, very much cheaper, but the condition wise you have to judge yourself.

[byte77]

The oil filter is cheaper compare to Guan Hoe, Suzuki agent, $19 before GST. Some says the oil filter sold by KS is made in China hence its cheaper. To me there is no difference, been using KS oil filter for many years now I am using the one by Guan Hoe. I am com-tempting to buy a GSX1400 KNN filter to save on the long term cost of replacing the stock filter.

 

Recently I bought a set of steering cone bearing from KS for $25, was told by workshop the original from Suzuki cost at least $60. So far the bearing is working fine for me too.

 

Another good source for spare part is scrap yard, very much cheaper, but the condition wise you have to judge yourself.

 

Thanks bro.

Can recommend any bikeshop in SG to install the new parts? Must be cheap and good one.

How about AGL or any shop at JB ah gua lane? Are they able to service this rare bike?

[Manjan-Bhai]

Thanks bro.

Can recommend any bikeshop in SG to install the new parts? Must be cheap and good one.

How about AGL or any shop at JB ah gua lane? Are they able to service this rare bike?

 

I actually encounter more impulse on the road than the bandit. the bandit V is even more rare. unless we are comparing to S4s lol.. we are a super rare breed.

 

the shop i would recommend is in my previous post where i serviced my front forks. cheap or good is for you to decide.

[S750WP]

Thanks bro.

Can recommend any bikeshop in SG to install the new parts? Must be cheap and good one.

How about AGL or any shop at JB ah gua lane? Are they able to service this rare bike?

 

 

Universal workshop at Alexandra Village, look for Michael. I find the workmanship is good, and price fairly reasonable.

 

For JB I have never tried bringing in parts for service, but I believe shouldn't be an issue if they have the proper tools for the job.

Edited April 13, 2010 by S750WP

[S750WP]

I actually encounter more impulse on the road than the bandit. the bandit V is even more rare. unless we are comparing to S4s lol.. we are a super rare breed.

 

the shop i would recommend is in my previous post where i serviced my front forks. cheap or good is for you to decide.

 

So far I only seen one always park beside AIA Alexander building, and only spotted 2 other Impulse on the road.

[S750WP]

Pics of my bike with the GIVI E33 point box installed, rack was for Honda wave, but modified in JB AGL to fit my bike.

 

 

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x97/S750WP/SNC00207.jpg?t=1271221643

 

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x97/S750WP/SNC00208.jpg?t=1271221740

[byte77]

great mod. came back in midnight?

 

Where is the air filter located in the bike ? Want to change it. Pls help. Thanks again.

 

Yesterday just mounted a voltage stabilizer "px axxx" onto the bike.

It was mounted in my ex-phantom.

I was wondering where the hack is the battery until I curiously took out the container under the seat and found it.

It is a very simple job, just hook and screw the + - wires onto the battery + - terminals.

However, the bikeshop which sold me the thing, quoted $25 to do this simple job.

To save $ better DIY nowadays.

Edited April 14, 2010 by byte77