Aprilia Riders

[xinkehew]

Eh, dont mind me being rude, why the hell you want to get 2ndhand tyres? On top of that for track use? Do you even value your bike? Tyres are the most important things that keeps you from kissing the tarmac. And here you are wanting to be cheap.

 

Why dont you invest in a new set of tyres for your bike if you're intending to go track? My recommendation, if you cant afford it, sell your bike and dont waste your time.

 

Ha, i get your point, it is all about money versus need, to me , 2nd hand tire in good condition is something that can be used without compromising the safety and performance, tires with 1/4 ware doesn't differ from tire with 1/3 ware too much,. unless i am wrong. Unlike some other 2nd hand parts like 2T pump or speed meter, as long as it is used, a higher probability of failure is there as the condition is not easily identifed..it is a closed system, you can't tell whether it is in mint condition or not from just looking....To get a set of tires with 2000KM mileage but half of the price.. i think it is a good deal...... What do you think?

[xinkehew]

Ha, i get your point, it is all about money versus need, to me , 2nd hand tire in good condition is something that can be used without compromising the safety and performance, tires with 1/4 ware doesn't differ from tire with 1/3 ware too much,. unless i am wrong. Unlike some other 2nd hand parts like 2T pump or speed meter, as long as it is used, a higher probability of failure is there as the condition is not easily identifed..it is a closed system, you can't tell whether it is in mint condition or not from just looking....To get a set of tires with 2000KM mileage but half of the price.. i think it is a good deal...... What do you think?

 

 

And i am just hoping some tracking freaks keep lots of sets which were only used once or twice...

Do contact me, FREAKS!!!!

[Ateno]

Ha, i get your point, it is all about money versus need, to me , 2nd hand tire in good condition is something that can be used without compromising the safety and performance, tires with 1/4 ware doesn't differ from tire with 1/3 ware too much,. unless i am wrong. Unlike some other 2nd hand parts like 2T pump or speed meter, as long as it is used, a higher probability of failure is there as the condition is not easily identifed..it is a closed system, you can't tell whether it is in mint condition or not from just looking....To get a set of tires with 2000KM mileage but half of the price.. i think it is a good deal...... What do you think?

 

I think you shouldn't question the boss's advice! In addition, my 2cent is that you should definitely spend the extra money for the most essential stuff which could save your life.

[xinkehew]

I think you shouldn't question the boss's advice! In addition, my 2cent is that you should definitely spend the extra money for the most essential stuff which could save your life.

 

OK....since everyone says that.... Any recommendations on the model? and where to get? Thanks

[slicer]

-.-" 200km and my spark plug is fouled again! first plug was the stock ngk br10eg which was completedly matt black in the first 100km. 2nd plug NGK B9EGV was also completely matt black but this time 200km mileage. Should I tune it now or wait till after run in? Odo currently at grand total of 350km

[JerryQ]

-.-" 200km and my spark plug is fouled again! first plug was the stock ngk br10eg which was completedly matt black in the first 100km. 2nd plug NGK B9EGV was also completely matt black but this time 200km mileage. Should I tune it now or wait till after run in? Odo currently at grand total of 350km

 

??????

Mine a new rs 125 too... not yet 900km with no plug problem...

What rpm you go???

I did changed from 10 to 9 once i got the bike... till now no prob.

[crisisady]

-.-" 200km and my spark plug is fouled again! first plug was the stock ngk br10eg which was completedly matt black in the first 100km. 2nd plug NGK B9EGV was also completely matt black but this time 200km mileage. Should I tune it now or wait till after run in? Odo currently at grand total of 350km

 

You are running too rich. Bring to the 2 famous mechanic and request for a retune. Tell them yr prob and they shld understand.

[crisisady]

-.-" 200km and my spark plug is fouled again! first plug was the stock ngk br10eg which was completedly matt black in the first 100km. 2nd plug NGK B9EGV was also completely matt black but this time 200km mileage. Should I tune it now or wait till after run in? Odo currently at grand total of 350km

 

Double Post...

[slicer]

You are running too rich. Bring to the 2 famous mechanic and request for a retune. Tell them yr prob and they shld understand.

 

brought to the famous mech and was asked to rev higher. Riding at 5 to 6k rpm

[lacrimosae]

Do you have the full list by any chance? I'm interested to know

 

The following list is compiled from the same experiment conducted by Chris and myself a few years ago. The settling period was 2 weeks (14 days) after initial rigorous agitation.

 

2T that separates:

- Castrol Racing A747

- Maxima Castor 927 Racing

- Maxima SuperM Premix Racing 2T

 

2T with negligible separation:

- Mobile 1 Racing

- Maxima SuperM Injector Racing

 

2T with no discernable separation:

- Unil-Opal

- Silkolene Comp 2 Plus

- Bel-Ray Si-7

 

brought to the famous mech and was asked to rev higher. Riding at 5 to 6k rpm

 

During running in period, keep your revs under 8,000rpm. Which means you can rev to 7,900 rpm. Do not rev above 6,000rpm on a cold engine.

 

I usually ride between 7,000-8,000rpm during running in period. After running in, usually between 9,000-12,000rpm.

[lacrimosae]

Does anyone want to buy my bike for $16,000 as is, or $5,000 in stock trim?

COE ends 2021

 

I need some moolah to buy my dream bicycle - Either TIME, or the cheaper Eddy Merckx, or another Pinarello.

 

PM me.

Edited June 20, 2011 by lacrimosae

[slicer]

The following list is compiled from the same experiment conducted by Chris and myself a few years ago. The settling period was 2 weeks (14 days) after initial rigorous agitation.

 

2T that separates:

- Castrol Racing A747

- Maxima Castor 927 Racing

- Maxima SuperM Premix Racing 2T

 

2T with negligible separation:

- Mobile 1 Racing

- Maxima SuperM Injector Racing

 

2T with no discernable separation:

- Unil-Opal

- Silkolene Comp 2 Plus

- Bel-Ray Si-7

 

 

 

During running in period, keep your revs under 8,000rpm. Which means you can rev to 7,900 rpm. Do not rev above 6,000rpm on a cold engine.

 

I usually ride between 7,000-8,000rpm during running in period. After running in, usually between 9,000-12,000rpm.

 

Could using the choke be the reason why my plug fouls so fast? I used the choke on a few occasions in the morning when my bike starts but die if no throttle is applied.

[shaas_no1]

Could using the choke be the reason why my plug fouls so fast? I used the choke on a few occasions in the morning when my bike starts but die if no throttle is applied.

 

1) Bike running rich on fuel - mainjet could be the probable cause. It was for me.

2) Fuel/Air setting

 

A quick DIY or routine service of carb (tell d mech ur prob) should get it solved.

[HJC355]

Guys,

 

New to forum.....Any Aprilia or Ducati regular meets in Sg?

Cheers for any info.

Regards

[lacrimosae]

Could using the choke be the reason why my plug fouls so fast? I used the choke on a few occasions in the morning when my bike starts but die if no throttle is applied.

 

Nope.

 

I use the choke when my bike is cold because the idling is very lean and the revs will climb quite high, so I use the choke to bring the revs down by richening the idling mixture.

 

If you use the choke just for start-ups, it's ok.

 

If you keep the choke open while riding, that's just stupid.

 

I assume you're asking about the choke because you ride within 7,000-8,000rpm so you're looking for another probable cause for the plug fouling?

[Feelicks]

DIY SESSION

 

DATE: SUN 26TH JUN 2011

 

TIME: 1PM-6PM

 

LOCATION: HOUGANG AVE 3 BLK 248

 

HOW TO GET HERE

 

THINGS TO BRING: RAGS, SOLVENTS, TOOLS, CONTAINERS (FOR FUEL)

 

We'll b doing e standard basic maintenance:

1. wash carb

2. wash valve

3. clean/lub chain

 

its open to all so do come by to learn BUT PLZ KEEP E NOISE DOWN. it is a HDB flat. add ur name if ur coming

 

contact person: felix 96386684

 

peeps going:

1. feelicks

2. crisisady

3.

4.

Edited June 21, 2011 by Feelicks

[Ateno]

DIY SESSION

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[mesab0ogie]

Does anyone want to buy my bike for $16,000 as is, or $5,000 in stock trim?

COE ends 2021

 

I need some moolah to buy my dream bicycle - Either TIME, or the cheaper Eddy Merckx, or another Pinarello.

 

PM me.

 

wah i gone for 1 week only suddenly come back got big surprise! dun sell lah! im just starting to learn the ropes of DIY-ing then u leaving the scene alr. sad man.

[Sub Zero]

Ha, i get your point, it is all about money versus need, to me , 2nd hand tire in good condition is something that can be used without compromising the safety and performance, tires with 1/4 ware doesn't differ from tire with 1/3 ware too much,. unless i am wrong. Unlike some other 2nd hand parts like 2T pump or speed meter, as long as it is used, a higher probability of failure is there as the condition is not easily identifed..it is a closed system, you can't tell whether it is in mint condition or not from just looking....To get a set of tires with 2000KM mileage but half of the price.. i think it is a good deal...... What do you think?

 

And i am just hoping some tracking freaks keep lots of sets which were only used once or twice...

Do contact me, FREAKS!!!!

 

I think you should just get a new set of tyres. Never compromise your safety. You never know what the 2ndhand tyres you're buying have been through. And for track regulars, they'd be stupid fools to sell off their tyres only after using once or twice. I'm pretty sure they'll use it till the ends are worn off before selling it for ROAD USE only. If you use those tyres for track, you'll end up where you are now. In posession of a crashed bike. Just my 2 cents.

 

DIY SESSION

 

DATE: SUN 26TH JUN 2011

 

TIME: 1PM-6PM

 

LOCATION: HOUGANG AVE 3 BLK 248

 

HOW TO GET HERE

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THINGS TO BRING: RAGS, SOLVENTS, TOOLS, CONTAINERS (FOR FUEL)

 

We'll b doing e standard basic maintenance:

1. wash carb

2. wash valve

3. clean/lub chain

 

its open to all so do come by to learn BUT PLZ KEEP E NOISE DOWN. it is a HDB flat. add ur name if ur coming

 

contact person: felix 96386684

 

peeps going:

1. feelicks

2. crisisady

3.

4.

 

I'm in for the DIY. Will just pop by to look see after I finish work. Can I check if my valve opens by the whacking the bike under the block?

[personified]

Greetings guys,

 

I'm from Indonesia and looking forward to get some fast moving items for my RS125 (2009) next month in Singapore. Any recommended shops in the country, since parts for Aprilia is not easy to get in Indonesia.

 

Cheers.

 

Yo dude, theres many shops here where u can get RS parts... n its not new having our south east asian neighbours coming over here to purchase parts...unfortunately there are certain ignorant locals here who knows nothing abt the tax systems and assume like they know it all.

 

there are couple of Indonesians who comes here every forthnight to get items here... u might want to link up with them...

Edited June 21, 2011 by personified

[personified]

we are in talks with SIC n a Singapore private trackday for small sportsbike (below 200cc n below 400cc) in Sepang is planned for Sept.. it be for 2 days ...friday and saturday...

those interested PM me for more details...

note* full leather suit is compulsory n yr bike have to abide to race scrutineering regulations.

 

also just in case anyone wanna try n see whats its like to be on a screaming superbike at full steam , u can rent a New 2011 ZX6-R for the private trackday.. its not gonna be cheap ,reasonable but not cheap...

so Raj, I bet u be keen on this.

Aprilia RS4,yup its coming really really soon ,compared to the other 4 stroke 125,she have the slight edge in responsiveness to get to speed... not a bad ride really except for the asthmatic sounding stock exhaust..

the current aftermarket performance u can dive into at the moment is a 180cc BBK,

 

 

cheers

Edited June 21, 2011 by personified

[lacrimosae]

Remember the old Aprilia Riders Club forum? The noobs don't, but the old birds do.

 

Well, I managed to beg Chris hard enough to re-open it.

 

Gentlemen,

 

Start your browsing.

 

http://themuser.com/forum/index.php

[Feelicks]

HAHA, now tts where u got ur signature from... very informative law, thanx 4 sharing!

[rafi92]

DIY SESSION

 

DATE: SUN 26TH JUN 2011

 

TIME: 1PM-6PM

 

LOCATION: HOUGANG AVE 3 BLK 248

 

peeps going:

1. feelicks

2. crisisady

3. ateno

4. rafi92

 

I'm in for this DIY

[jenggoz11]

Ha, i get your point, it is all about money versus need, to me , 2nd hand tire in good condition is something that can be used without compromising the safety and performance, tires with 1/4 ware doesn't differ from tire with 1/3 ware too much,. unless i am wrong. Unlike some other 2nd hand parts like 2T pump or speed meter, as long as it is used, a higher probability of failure is there as the condition is not easily identifed..it is a closed system, you can't tell whether it is in mint condition or not from just looking....To get a set of tires with 2000KM mileage but half of the price.. i think it is a good deal...... What do you think?

 

If u tink u hav yor budget, juz go wif it. Diz track riders r no fools as wat Mr. Subzero claims dey r fool enuf to sell after 2 or 3 times used on track. I got few Aprilia riders used back USED tyres on their bikes n dey r still safe n sound n ALIVE till today. Wat i'm trying to say down here is vry simple, check on de condition of de 2nd hand tyres 1st. If u fyl safe n comfortable to get, den buy it but if u haf doubts in den don buy it. I dont tink dat de seller wil whack n kill u if u don buy their tyres. In fact diz ppl r helpful enuf to help u purchase wif cheaper n yet still reusable for yor bike...