[Q&A] SBF CB400 Official Q&A Thread 2009 (PLS ASK YOUR QUESTIONS HERE!)

[MUSHA]

this forum doesnt answer my question.

 

Bro, tot we have answered you in the GPR forum already?

[MUSHA]

chiong filter is bigger and shiny black. original is smaller and matt black.

 

this is what the bikeshop advice me.

 

anymore advice for me?

 

thanks

 

U have to fix the con-rod soon, if it is really causing the problem. If not, the engine maybe damaged in the long run.

[zelda1031]

or u can add a 1 or 1/2 inch of metal weld it below e stand. thats wat i do. went seng kwang to get the thing done. mine FR plate.

 

tks for both repiles (^^)v

 

will go down seng kwang to ask e price for metal weld , before i go down unique to ask for new piece

[yctradingsg]

try asking FJT at rowell road. Then can get yr regular shop to fix for u.

[ruhua]

[Q] Hi all recently my spec3 when travel to 100km/h, rhs brake lever and both footrest will vibrate quite jialat. den when put to neutral and zua oil can hear the engine sound differnet and noisy. bikeshop suggest i do a valve clearance to rectify both prob. any experienced guy can advise?

planet ah chong say bike scrap liao also maybe no need do valve clearance. he found my engine guard the holding the screw and nut there the metal broke and he welded for me. save me alot of money!~

[MUSHA]

planet ah chong say bike scrap liao also maybe no need do valve clearance. he found my engine guard the holding the screw and nut there the metal broke and he welded for me. save me alot of money!~

 

Tat's quite true. Look at Project Big One bikes, running perfectly till today.

for S4 engines!

[lycan]

anyone rides a scooter before changing over to s4?

 

can i know why?

 

cause i cant decide to get silverwing or s4 spec 3...

 

hmm.. thanks..

[MUSHA]

anyone rides a scooter before changing over to s4?

 

can i know why?

 

cause i cant decide to get silverwing or s4 spec 3...

 

hmm.. thanks..

 

What do u want outta ur 400cc 2-wheeler? Power with cornering capability or cruising with lotsa storage?

 

I choose S4 bcoz of its VTEC power.

[loyjwe]

ya MuSHA, going to leave the bike for repair either tml or friday le. do u know how long will it take?

 

today went a 3rd bikeshop to ask they say it may be cone rod or VTEC spoil. really need rectify the problem le. hear the sound also scare ar. haha

 

still very fed up with how come after service then this thing happen. still trying hard to accept the fact.....sway....haha

[lycan]

What do u want outta ur 400cc 2-wheeler? Power with cornering capability or cruising with lotsa storage?

 

I choose S4 bcoz of its VTEC power.

vtec = to more maintenance cost :/

 

hmm..

[MUSHA]

vtec = to more maintenance cost :/

 

hmm..

 

Maintenance cost like?

[MUSHA]

ya MuSHA, going to leave the bike for repair either tml or friday le. do u know how long will it take?

 

today went a 3rd bikeshop to ask they say it may be cone rod or VTEC spoil. really need rectify the problem le. hear the sound also scare ar. haha

 

still very fed up with how come after service then this thing happen. still trying hard to accept the fact.....sway....haha

 

Sometimes, too many opinions confuse u further. Why not bring it to ur regular bike shop tat u think u can trust?

 

Time taken to do is all up to the mechanic to advise u. But best to do a good job, not a rush job.

[luckystar]

Anyone can help me on this, my speedometer sometimes work sometimes dont. About a month ago, when I was riding suddenly i notice my speedometer is not indicating my speed, I stopped n re-start the bike again then it start working again. Now I just came back from a holiday trip, I ride my my bike again just now but the speedometer is not working again. Do I need to replace a new speedometer? I am riding a spec 2

[MUSHA]

Anyone can help me on this, my speedometer sometimes work sometimes dont. About a month ago, when I was riding suddenly i notice my speedometer is not indicating my speed, I stopped n re-start the bike again then it start working again. Now I just came back from a holiday trip, I ride my my bike again just now but the speedometer is not working again. Do I need to replace a new speedometer? I am riding a spec 2

 

Sounds like your speed sensor is faulty.

[tbackt]

Gilera St200 or Super 4 Spec III

 

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I know it is not in the same league to compare but let say im gonna use it for 5 years, im wondering if:

 

1.in term of reliability which is better?

 

2.Also taking consideration that i travel 100km a day, which one should i get?

 

3.In terms of comfy riding which is better?

 

4.Wear and tear?

 

5. In term of long term cost.

 

Factor to consider -

a. I'm staying in JB.

b. Cost.

c. Longterm usage ( 5 years )

 

Need you guyz opinion on this. Thanks.

[loyjwe]

MUSHA thanks for ur advice.

 

consulted BS and they also say general servicing shdnt cause any problem to engine 1. so need to accept it lor. sway.

 

tomolo i bringing it down already. think can confirm its cone rod le. but also heard can be vtec or timing chain problem. so asking them to check 1st already.

 

thanks

[SparkerS1]

Gilera St200 or Super 4 Spec III

 

1.in term of reliability which is better?

ans: if u take gd care of ur bike, both is reliable

2.Also taking consideration that i travel 100km a day, which one should i get?

ans: depends on u, u wan gear changing or throttle n go?

3.In terms of comfy riding which is better?

of cos gilera:faint:

auto bike mah, throttle n go, no need gear shifting

4.Wear and tear?

both the same, depending on how u use ur bike

5. In term of long term cost.

ans: gilera FC is better than s4 by a bit, then its a 2b bike, logically its cheaper

Factor to consider -

a. I'm staying in JB.

ans: get a gilera, stuck at custom jam very relax, just throttle n go

b. Cost.

ans: as mentioned above

c. Longterm usage ( 5 years )

ans: u find out urself:dozed:

[tiku]

Gilera St200 or Super 4 Spec III

 

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I know it is not in the same league to compare but let say im gonna use it for 5 years, im wondering if:

 

1.in term of reliability which is better?

 

2.Also taking consideration that i travel 100km a day, which one should i get?

 

3.In terms of comfy riding which is better?

 

4.Wear and tear?

 

5. In term of long term cost.

 

Factor to consider -

a. I'm staying in JB.

b. Cost.

c. Longterm usage ( 5 years )

 

Need you guyz opinion on this. Thanks.

 

 

i guess u should get a runner.. considering u stay in jb, later ur s4 gana stunt u back to square one ... cum runner no need to lub chain.. no need to scare chain rusty..

[MUSHA]

MUSHA thanks for ur advice.

 

consulted BS and they also say general servicing shdnt cause any problem to engine 1. so need to accept it lor. sway.

 

tomolo i bringing it down already. think can confirm its cone rod le. but also heard can be vtec or timing chain problem. so asking them to check 1st already.

 

thanks

 

No worries, bro. Hope your bike get well soon.

[MUSHA]

Gilera St200 or Super 4 Spec III

 

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

 

I know it is not in the same league to compare but let say im gonna use it for 5 years, im wondering if:

 

1.in term of reliability which is better?

 

2.Also taking consideration that i travel 100km a day, which one should i get?

 

3.In terms of comfy riding which is better?

 

4.Wear and tear?

 

5. In term of long term cost.

 

Factor to consider -

a. I'm staying in JB.

b. Cost.

c. Longterm usage ( 5 years )

 

Need you guyz opinion on this. Thanks.

 

If u do not need the power of the S4, ST200 is your choice.

[bonzi_141]

to all bro , my version s now got creaking sound when i turn on low speed wat does it mean ? wat should i do and how much is estimated ? the sound is like metal and metal rubbing , front brake pad and back brake pad jus change new 1 . pls enlighten mi thanks

[tbackt]

dilemma! choosing bike is so so so difficult! thx guys for yr opinion.

[loyjwe]

bonzi, mayb ur brake disc warp le?

 

thanks MUSHA.

[zelda1031]

to all bro , my version s now got creaking sound when i turn on low speed wat does it mean ? wat should i do and how much is estimated ? the sound is like metal and metal rubbing , front brake pad and back brake pad jus change new 1 . pls enlighten mi thanks

 

 

i got similar prob , is wheel bearings ... changed it than no more le ....

go a bike shop ask lor ....

tt time i change e bearing like $25

[loyjwe]

i left my bike for cone-rod repair this morning.

 

just wondering a few things.

 

1. does this consider overhaul engine?

 

2. need run-in after that?

 

3. when they repair the cone-rod do they service other part in the engine like timing chain or piston etc?

 

 

any1 has any experience?

 

thanks