SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[alexloyx]

yo bro in silverwing cafe,anyone can enlighten me about this bike.. My bike current mileage is about 16k++ , wat are the things that I need to check, and with regard to the bike, wat are the possible mod to it. I so far only change oil and filter regularly, dunno wat else to do to the bike, ur input with be veri much appreciated, thx =)

[867k]

yo bro in silverwing cafe,anyone can enlighten me about this bike.. My bike current mileage is about 16k++ , wat are the things that I need to check, and with regard to the bike, wat are the possible mod to it. I so far only change oil and filter regularly, dunno wat else to do to the bike, ur input with be veri much appreciated, thx =)

 

I think 16k, you can check belt, gear oil and stuffs inside there. For mod you can change End can, air filter, short screen, mirror, grip, bulbs, foot board, add air charger, suspension, fork suspension, wrap seat, re-paint, roller weight, variator and re-paint. For silverwing there are not much you need to mod, the scoot is really all that you need. Cosmetic wise is also nothing much, all very minor you can do.

 

Why not meet up with the guys and they can show you some secrets.....maybe.

[SW9000]

EVE OF NEW YEAR'S EVE GATHERING

DAY: Wednesday

Date: 30 Dec 2009

Time: From 6pm (Happy Hour) * After 9pm is Disco Fever time

 

Wow. managed to do a bit of leg and body warming up listening to some nice retro songs. *Means I'm old liao.

 

Happy hour was just walking-in and no need cover charge. Tiger beer promo at 3 for 1 and all other drinks at 50% off.

Also the band during happy hour was very good. Should go take a listen.

[SW9000]

Date: 14 Jan 2010

Day: Thursday

Time: 7pm~10pm

Place: KKFC

apart from the http://smileys.on-my-web.com/repository/Animals/animals-32.gif and TCSS, its also a good time to see what enhancements others put into the already very smooth SW

 

also hope to see the new SWT400 or GT there

 

if weather allows and our expert agrees, we'll get someone to demo something simple like:

. air-screw synchronisation

. adjusting idling revs

. changing sparkplugs

too bad cannot do change of eo/filter or coolant... whahahaha

 

no need to post attendance, just be there

[scoobydoo]

Happy hour was just walking-in and no need cover charge.

if only i could get there few mins earlier, could have saved that $12

[scoobydoo]

yo bro in silverwing cafe,anyone can enlighten me about this bike.. My bike current mileage is about 16k++ , wat are the things that I need to check, and with regard to the bike, wat are the possible mod to it. I so far only change oil and filter regularly, dunno wat else to do to the bike, ur input with be veri much appreciated, thx =)

the beauty of SW is that its a pretty complete maxi-scoot, with a few minor flaws that could be overcome with after-market parts no bike is 100% some SWingers kept their bikes stock all they way.

 

but if you really want to make the good bike even better or more comfortable by spending a little of year-end your bonus, here's 10 "not so expensive" enhancements that could potentially give immediate results (IMHO):

 

1) the first i will always recommend is to fit a loud horn, eg. stebel, hella electric horn (air-horns are not approved by lta), costs about $40 (including installation). can also buy horn (about $20) and then DIY. most drivers drive with windows wound up (enjoy air-con mah) and stereo playing. the stock horn is sometimes like mosquito buzzing and hardly noticeable. my stebel magnum 2 has saved my ass many times from drivers who refuse or "forget" to check blind spots.

 

2) change front fork springs to hyperpro, costs around $300 with installation & oil. this will improve handling by a lot as the SW's stock springs are pretty soft to "kup coner" comfortably.

 

3) at the same time when changing fork springs, add fork seal protector.

 

4) change to denso IUH-24 or IUH-24D irridium spark plugs, costs about $40 a pair include installation. cheaper if buy from LAB and DIY change. gives you better sparking/combustion, thus better FC & throttle response.

 

5) change to heavy handle-bar balancer, costs about $35 a pair. heavier balancers help reduce the vibrations on the handlebar, giving better comfort.

 

6) change to K&N air filter, about $130 include installation. better airflow helps combustion and thus response. proven to give better FC at higher end, especially when touring.

 

7) change stock tyres to diablo scoot, or feelfree (SW9000 tried and seems to give better grip) if willing to pay more. the diablo seems to be the most value for $$ tyre for SW, one of the cheapest (about $165 a pair including installation & front balancing) but yet gives good grip. many of us are on it for touring (both dry & wet conditions) and happy with it. i didn't realise that i "kupped" corner up/down genting & cameron highlands till the wear marks reach the tyres edge... told myself not to do that again

 

8) add a hazard light, costs about $45 at motorshops (switch and installation included). this is a very useful and safety function especially when we stop by the roadside to answer a call or for touring.

 

9) can consider adding power abuser 2, or raizin voltage stabiliser or revtec plus grounding. such products claim to improve throttle response, pickup, FC, etc. but these are very controversial items coz many believes while many don't. personally, i've got PA2 in my SW and raizin in my car. wouldn't call myself a believer but try try lor... whahahaha. i can't really agree with the science behind these products but my butt dyno did felt some difference

 

10) rewrap the stock seat with non-slip materials, costs between $70 to $90 depending on material and workshop, more if designs added. pvc material used for the stock wrap could be a little slippery when wet, especially when rider is wearing rain pants. its also kinda "burning hot" when bike is parked under the sun for some time. together with re-wrap, can add a backrest onto topbox for pillion's comfort, costs about $45 to customise one or can get the ready-made piaggio's (can try to find 2nd hand).

 

with more budget, you can consider the more capital intensive stuffs like exhaust full-system, rear shocks, etc.

 

happy modding

Edited December 31, 2009 by scoobydoo

[alexloyx]

realli thx a lot for all the valuable advise, i can try all these stuff in time to come

[SW9000]

Yeah! Happy New Year!!

 

And many more rides together.

 

I'm starting the Year with this Sunday's Malacca Trip. hehe.

[benz]

hi all,

 

im enquiring the OTR price of SW400.

 

Was told there are ABS and non ABS version, and are they from Japan or US?

 

Thanks

[867k]

hi all,

 

im enquiring the OTR price of SW400.

 

Was told there are ABS and non ABS version, and are they from Japan or US?

 

Thanks

 

There used to be 2 version of the silverwing here. Japan SW and the EURO SW, there is no US Version. If you enquire from Boon Siew, theirs is EURO version. If you enquire from some motortiam who import in themself, then that could be from Japan. Both version also have ABS and non ABS version, but Boon Siew one I think they dont bring in the ABS version.

 

The best way is to look at the ignition key console. If there are 2 holes(1 is key input hole the other is a closed hole) then its the JAPAN version. If there is only 1 key input hole then its the EURO version.

 

The last I know was $17k +- OTR, that was early last year.

 

If you are talking about the lastest Version of SW400 which is named SW-T400/SW400GT then I have no idea liao.

 

You can also read this thread for more info http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113114

Hope it helps.

 

 

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[benz]

thanks 867k,

 

i was at loois yesterday and notice the sliverwing, it was called silverwing GT, with 2 headlights similar to the tmax. Looks expensive to me...(didnt dare to ask the price).

 

But i didnt notice the keyhole config, so cant really tell its Euro or Japan, i guess it doesnt really matter, dont they.

 

The bike looks big, so i thought it was a 600, until mr loois corrected me that its a 400. wow, it was huge and almost unbelievable.

 

If the price of $17k OTR is indeed true, wonder are there any buyers so far? The Tmax is only at the price of $18k OTR, but specs and performance are quite different.

 

Comments anyone?

 

Thanks

[867k]

thanks 867k,

 

i was at loois yesterday and notice the sliverwing, it was called silverwing GT, with 2 headlights similar to the tmax. Looks expensive to me...(didnt dare to ask the price).

 

But i didnt notice the keyhole config, so cant really tell its Euro or Japan, i guess it doesnt really matter, dont they.

 

The bike looks big, so i thought it was a 600, until mr loois corrected me that its a 400. wow, it was huge and almost unbelievable.

 

If the price of $17k OTR is indeed true, wonder are there any buyers so far? The Tmax is only at the price of $18k OTR, but specs and performance are quite different.

 

Comments anyone?

 

Thanks

 

There will always be buyers. I have seen a SW-T/GT on the road before, just like I have seen a 250cc majesty sports version. It all depends on what you need in your ride.

[scoobydoo]

ya lor... the DN01 costs more than the STX also got pp buy liow

[scoobydoo]

I'm starting the Year with this Sunday's Malacca Trip. hehe.

i may just tag along... if can wake up & weather is good.

else its shopping at tebrau city liow

[scoobydoo]

our bike is like a dog, it needs to be brought out for a runabout from time to time to stay healthy

took scoob out for a run to melaka today... its running much smoother after clearing the accumulated "dirt" (aka carbon)

[infinity]

May i ask where u recon ur coil ? How much ?

 

I don't know where cos my mech did that for me.

I can't really remember how much liao... should be around 150~200...

[scoobydoo]

anyone interested to buy SW's magnetic coil as standby?

can try check with bigcow see how much if we get a few pieces

 

hi bigcow,

can help check price? pm me also can

[anodise57]

For 400cc, FC about 23-25km/L

For 600cc, FC about 19-21km/L

 

 

600 got so gd meh?

MY best was 17 nia

the fella after me only clock 12>.

 

400 still best la. Milege can equate to an S4... .^_^

[anodise57]

Happy New Year Scoob!!!!

 

Now old bird liao sia ^_^....

wats up?

 

wa rao eh. .Still got gathering @ st james sia!

happening...

Got chance must go disturb liao... ^_^

[scoobydoo]

dunno who disappear liow hor

 

finishing you studies liow right... got more time to join us for kopi right

[anodise57]

studies still long way boss.. 2011!!!!NOw only 2nd yr 1st term.. with 3 nites a week

WTF... i don even got enough leave for leisure man... work/study/work/study/work/study/work/study...

crap......

[scoobydoo]

WTF... i don even got enough leave for leisure man... work/study/work/study/work/study/work/study...

crap......

that's normal leh... no pain no gain mah

no time for leisure is ok, just make sure there's time for fpleasure. else may result in family problem... whahaha

[infinity]

anyone interested to buy SW's magnetic coil as standby?

can try check with bigcow see how much if we get a few pieces

 

hi bigcow,

can help check price? pm me also can

 

Not a bad idea....

Cos there will be times when 1 fail then got no stock...

[Uncle]

After reading through the tons of SW pages, I conclude that:

 

A. It's not more reliable than Majesty, Burgman, Piaggio or other similiar maxi scooter

 

B. But parts are easier to get as it's popular and hence more units otr

 

But if one have to stock up parts oneself in case no spares, doesn't it invalidates point B ?

 

My $0.02 thoughts

[SW9000]

After reading through the tons of SW pages, I conclude that:

 

A. It's not more reliable than Majesty, Burgman, Piaggio or other similiar maxi scooter

 

B. But parts are easier to get as it's popular and hence more units otr

 

But if one have to stock up parts oneself in case no spares, doesn't it invalidates point B ?

 

My $0.02 thoughts

 

It's not about no spares. Since the coil will spoil sooner or later, they're just thinking to MO to save cost.

 

Anyway, all maxi-scoots got their own minor problems.

Silverwing in stock condition only got 1, which is the soft front fork. Some can live with it then it is no issue liao.

The wear and tear are similar to all bikes.