SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[melvintay]

Thanks for your valuable comments scoobydoo. You actually drew the circuit out?

 

Anw, I've been to Ah Choong, the other mechanic in the shop helped me. Now the high beam is permanently engaged after connecting 2 wires together in the assembly (Not sure if it's unhealthy for the wires or circuit). I still use the external switches to switch on (and off) my headlights. Problem seems solved, not sure if it's only temporary.

[firenace]

Ran out of petrol on the way home after lew lian. Luckily Chairman came to the rescue

Betong's 2nd beer will be on me

heng heng no need push tuah gu dis time.

[scoobydoo]

Thanks for your valuable comments scoobydoo. You actually drew the circuit out?

 

Anw, I've been to Ah Choong, the other mechanic in the shop helped me. Now the high beam is permanently engaged after connecting 2 wires together in the assembly (Not sure if it's unhealthy for the wires or circuit). I still use the external switches to switch on (and off) my headlights. Problem seems solved, not sure if it's only temporary.

hehe... i have lots of junk in my database including the circuit diagram drawn sometime back, i just have to amend according to your description.

 

not sure if i have understood what you mean by "high beam is permanently engaged" but it is NOT advisable for the high beam to be permanently engaged... can't pass inspections and also for safety reasons.

it is a nuisance, also a hazard to other road users in front (glaring when looking at rear view mirrors) and especially those coming from ahead (potentially "blind" their vision at night). just imagine you're riding along South Buona Vista Road (or Eng Neo Ave) at night and some biker comes down with his high beam shining right into your eyes. you get flash blinded for a while but that short while could lead to something disastrous.

think safety for ourselves and also for other road users too

since you already have 2 mod switches available, why not use 1 for low beam and the other for high? no need to join both together and risk "melting" the switch.

 

suggest you go back and ask Ah Choong to do the wiring properly.

problem is still not resolved cos you solve the lighting problem but now has the high beam problem... either you revert back to stock mode (low permanently on, high on/off) or BOTH with on/off options.

 

how can a mech leave the high beam always on for his customer... please ask Ah Seng to wake up his idea

imo, i personally cannot accept his work and that's the reason i don't let him do my bike since his time at Future. he has been a mech for rather long and for some reasons still can't make it (just my opinion).

 

if Ah Choong is not free, i'ld rather ride off. same goes for Future, if Ah Hwa (or Kenny) is not free, i'ld also ride off.

 

Edited July 29, 2011 by scoobydoo

[HelmetBOX1605198525]

Anyone interested to get ram mount? Will be placing order from for Tmax. Can share shipment cost.

[scoobydoo]

someone was selling RAM compatible stuffs... give her a call and you may find what you want

 

see bottom part of post #120

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/325894-lt-Info-gt-Silverwing-400cc-600cc-Tech-Corner?p=6917377&viewfull=1#post6917377

MO thread is gone liow but can PM seller to see if still selling

[TitanicLexus]

Yup, I bought the RAM from this person, quite a nice couple who selling the stuff, can contact them at 9825 4587. Hope is still available

[scoobydoo]

My few weeks hunt for a helmet ended with the Caberg HyperX. Others in the consideration list were N103 (very comfortable but shell is way too big), Konda (reasonably priced but can't find a good fit), AGV Longway (too uncomfortable/squeezy on the ears), Zeus 3000 (cheapest but finishing not as good).

 

The HyperX comes in many color options (including graphics) but I chose the plain metallic silver which not only matches my "silver" Silver Wing but it could well be the nicest among the plain colors; Regina has white, gunmetal, matte black and glossy black at the time I bought the helmet. The white piece is also quite nice but having owned a while "head" before, the hassle of keeping it clean and white is too much for my liking. So much about the helmet, here's my feedback after using it for a few days, riding in the sun and in the rain.

 

These I like

 

* "Transformer"... It is an open face helmet for local/city riding but becomes a "full-face" helmet by attaching the removable chin bar. The much cheaper Nolan N43 (which I also seriously considered) has the same desirable capability but its chin bar is a tad too close for comfort. Best of both worlds? Maybe.

One of the reasons I prefer the HyperX over N43 is that the removable chin bar seems more sturdy (bigger), and slightly further away from my chin, more space.

 

* Acceptable shell size... Although the shell is a little bigger than my MHR "RAM3", it doesn't make me look like ET which the N103 does. Overall, its physical size is still acceptable. Well, it has to be bigger to accommodate the extras like the tinted eye shield and chin bar mechanism.

 

* Nice finishing... I thought the finishing looks quite impressive, especially when it "sparkles" under the sun with the silver metallic power under the lacquer. Moving parts are not creaky (for now) and the cushions feels quite comfortable. Felt like it is better made than the N43, from paintwork to fittings.

 

* Good visibility... Nothing special when using it in the open-face mode but visibility is huge when in full-face mode, compared to the pigeon holes of normal full-face helmets.

 

* Low visor... As the visor is designed to cover over the chin bar, the coverage is low enough to covers the chin when used in open-face mode. I was able to keep my chin dry when after riding in the rain this morning.

 

* Quietness... The noise level is much lower compared to the MHR "RAM3", even at 120+km/h. But of course, the usual booming noise from the bottom of helmet still exists. The helmet is more silent with the top vent at closed position, see my dislike section on this aspect.

 

* Sun visor... Seems many riders have complained about built-in sun visors being not low enough to cover the eyes sufficiently. This is definitely not the case for the HyperX. Also, the distance between the shield and my face is sufficient that it doesn't come into contact with my prescription glasses.

 

* Anti-fog... The anti fog coating on the main visor works and I didn't encounter fogging when riding in the rain this morning. Wonder how long the anti-fog coating will remain effective.

 

 

Hmmm... dunno to like or dislike, probably neutral bah

* Ear space... Although it has less ear pocket compared to my MHR, it felt much better than the AGV. A little more space would seriously be welcomed or preferred.

 

 

These I don't like

 

* Not LTA friendly... Nope, it doesn't come with a PSB sticker, means use at own risk of getting a fine when riding in the fine city. Not an issue if not using on sinkapor roads, but I'm using it as a day-to-day helmet in open-face mode.

 

* Weight... Specs says that the size M I bought weights 1541 grams. That's quite a weight for an open-face helmet. Would be great if it could be lighter.

 

* Double-D rings... The HyperX came with DD rings chin straps. Since the helmet is not PSB tested/approved, I would prefer to have the quick release latch type chin straps which are more gloves friendly. Quick release straps are especially useful when out on touring.

 

* Chin squeeze... When I first put on the helmet (visor lifted and without chin bar attached), I could feel the tight grip my cheeks. A tight grip is usually desirable when riding at higher speeds where wind blasts tends to shake the helmet around if it is loose. However, the tight grip becomes even tighter when the visor is pulled down; the visor presses the 2 chin sides inwards into its curvature. The same happens when chin bar is attached as it restricts the chin sides from flexing outwards. This new tightness makes the feel a little less comfortable at the cheeks.

At this moment, the cushions are all virgin and guess all virgins feel a little tight Hopefully, the feel would be better when the cushions are seasoned; wonder if the designers have factored this into the calculations.

 

* Ventilation... Despite many reviews that the HyperX's ventilation is above average, I felt it is not as good as the MHR "RAM3"; or that the ventilation if RAM3 is darn good. With the "RAM3", my scalp could feel the cool air flowing through, not with the HyperX. Good thing is, the HyperX didn't feel hot and I wasn't like sweating inside when riding under the sun (not tool long of course).

 

* "Whistling" sound... This is probably the most irritating dislike I have on the HyperX. When the top ventilation is open while riding, I could hear a distinct whistling sound as if someone is blowing across the top of an empty coke bottle. The sound goes off the moment the top vent is closed. And so a dilemma of having more ventilation with more noise or less noise but less ventilation.

 

 

There is no perfect helmet... just one that suits your needs

 

 

just my 0.02 cents worth of opinion/feedback

Edited July 30, 2011 by scoobydoo

[whyzee]

Thats a 2 dollar review liao. Thanks for the in depth review. Think i will most probably b getting this for jasmin for e nov trip.

 

Still considering getting the one w no chin bar for myself..

[SW9000]

1 more week to go.

 

Pls check:

You

Bike

Bike log card x2

Travel Insurance

Passport

2x Malaysian white cards

GPS

Spare bike keys

Wet weather gears

Ringgit $$ (1 day CH + petrol for 1800km + spares)

Thai baht $$ (2 days Betong + spares)

Safety helmets...

 

GPS coordinates for POIs:

1. Gua Musang, Kopi stop - 4.872203,101.953269

2. Jeli, Shell Petrol stop - 5.703144,101.830338

3. Gerik HW, Titiwangsa R & R for Lunch - 5.606125,101.542821

4. Pengkalan Hulu, Petronas Petrol Stop - 5.703234,101.000028

5. Malaysia Checkpoint - 5.744719,101.023427

6. Grand Mandarin Betong Hotel - 5.770976,101.072113

7. Betong Hotspring - 5.850135,101.072339

8. Piyamit Tunnel - 5.889954,101.047073

9. Flower Garden - 5.884415,101.021914

10. Mae Wat town - 6.046728,101.176162

11. Sungei Peral RSA - 4.714255,100.945213

Edited July 30, 2011 by SW9000
Update missing items

[whyzee]

N logcard n insurance form!

[scoobydoo]

this would be helpful... fortunately/unfortunately, red farms are not listed in the map

 

http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv287/josephsbs/Misc/BetongTownMap.jpg

 

people, you gotta check this webby out mann...

http://www.betong.anywayfun.com/Default.aspx

 

add more coordinates/POIs at Betong...

 

Betong Plaza ... N5 46.297 E101 04.211

this is the local shopping where lots of stuff are sold; jerseys, jackets, torch lights, laser, etc.

 

Central Post Office ... N5 46.622 E101 04.394

this is where the largest post box in the world is; must see.

 

Wat Phutthathiwat ... N5 46.347 E101 04.665

this is a must visit, nice and sanguine temple with a huge sitting statue of buddha.

 

Kuan Yin Temple ... N5 46.255 E101 04.430

we didn't go there during the last visit.

 

More discos at Betong?

H2o Disco ... N5 46.154 E101 04.451

My Love Disco ... N5 46.076 E101 04.447

~ dun have coordinates to the very happening Kongka/Holliwood KTV but i guess there're plentyful of smaller joints in the city area.

 

 

anyone wanna try this Betong special brew??? Regency whisky ++ local formula to turbocharge the canon

 

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s8/durairg/snake-wine-17.jpg

Edited July 30, 2011 by scoobydoo

[paithorn]

Spare bike keys 1 set

[scoobydoo]

wet weather gears

[SW9000]

Some of the 'famous' disco and chicken farms are located after the Mongkolit Tunnel.

Don't think we wanna venture there at night. Kinda out of the way.

 

Merlin Hotel area is good enough bah.

 

 

Also just found out about the very new (few months old) hotel called Modern Thai.

Well, too late to book liao.

Will check it out when we're there and maybe next time can stay.

Edited July 30, 2011 by SW9000

[paithorn]

SW9000, you bought travel insurance liao?

[SW9000]

Most of us already got the yearly $99 travel insurance liao.

[paithorn]

ok bro, no worries

[ben2306]

guys, i've some decals for sale. take a look.

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/329736-cheap-decals-for-clearance-sale-(must-see!!)?p=7215844#post7215844

[SW9000]

Wahsey, somebody quietly upgraded to a GS800...

Lets hope can molest bike this coming Thursday.

[whyzee]

Who who? Atlantic?

[scoobydoo]

Sutera Reborn later anyone? I'll be there at 3pm

[Atlantic 200]

Wahsey, somebody quietly upgraded to a GS800...

Lets hope can molest bike this coming Thursday.

 

Who who? Atlantic?

 

Not me la ....... not eyeing any bike at the moment.

[whyzee]

I know who le.. But doubt we will see him on thurs leh

[SW9000]

He only weekend must chiong work nia.

Thursday should be able to report for meeting bah.

 

And... he should be able to do this in no time. Tenere12... wait long long. hehe.

 

 

 

And 1 is on sale here... http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/328734-WTS-BMW-F650GS-2008-%28Parallel-Twin%29?p=7216597#post7216597

Edited July 31, 2011 by SW9000

[SW9000]

Next Sat many other ppl going to Cameron too.

Should meet lots of SG bikers there.

 

Our group = 4x SW, 2x DT300i and 1 S4?

Or will the Fz6 and GW going?