SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[Gmax]

bros, i need advice for sw fjs400 windshield.

 

are those givi type too tall/high? or should i just buy back original.

[Uncle]

bros, i need advice for sw fjs400 windshield.

 

are those givi type too tall/high? or should i just buy back original.

 

For local sg roads, original windscreen is good for heights up to 175cm and speeds up to 130kmh. If you tour more, then the taller screens are better but will be hot during summer days city riding. They are also wider and give some protection to the hands if you do not have handguards.

[Gmax]

For local sg roads, original windscreen is good for heights up to 175cm and speeds up to 130kmh. If you tour more, then the taller screens are better but will be hot during summer days city riding. They are also wider and give some protection to the hands if you do not have handguards.

 

Thanks Uncle!

If that is the case, I will get the original one which I wont feel too hot.

Original is expensive right? any alternative?

Anyone knows the price of the original windshield for fjs400?

[Uncle]

Somebody was selling a used one in garage sale

[tcss]

I also need to sell once I replaced my with Givi ..

GMax, you interested ?

[MR BIKER]

Hi SW community!

I am looking for a SW 600 (400 also can)... looking to buy in January.

Looking at machine 2-3 years old, good condition. Any idea how much I should budget?

Thanks and feel free to PM me if you know dealer who may have or if you know someone selling...

Cheers

Alex

 

Since your PM is not allowed and maybe you are Jimmy superfly snuka, i will give you this clue. Google under Honda SW 600. someone is selling. angmoh if I am not mistaken . but not new one. no new 600 in the market. a bit ex though.

[GuiNNeSS]

anyone wan to share n buy together??

 

Anyone using the Goretex jacket from CMO?

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/370050-lt-CMO-gt-SALES-OF-GORETEX-APPARRELS-JACKETS-*Not-Common-Brands*

[Gmax]

I also need to sell once I replaced my with Givi ..

GMax, you interested ?

 

what is the condition like? my own is still in good condition but with light scratches so i want to change.

[scoobydoo]

Any recommendations for daily use, low-cost, mid-cut or high-cut waterproof riding boots? Been raining like crazy these few days.

something like this?

 

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_C3UF_5nX1GE/TP2P_I-0m_I/AAAAAAAAAUk/S6rPDqU2WQw/s1600/pck+2.jpg

 

on the serious note...

 

i'm presently wearing a pair of Lee leather zipper boots, presentable, comfortable and still able to keep my feet dry in the rain as long as the rain pants go over the ankle section of the boots.

maybe Lee brand ones look more "ojisan", can try other brands like timberland, rockport, clarks, dr matrins, etc.

something like these... just make sure the zippers are at the side or water will seep in

 

 

 

http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSG0QeWlIttEE36Uo2_USfEkGRqMlO3s1MRhAL3Y-630Qcos-jjzQ

http://cdnc.lystit.com/photos/2012/09/21/silent-by-damir-doma-black-black-padded-zip-boots-product-1-4781470-653705989_large_flex.jpeg

http://dowestboots.com/images/leather_trucker_side_zip_boots_small1.gif

Edited November 16, 2012 by scoobydoo

[scoobydoo]

laksa... here i come

[tcss]

what is the condition like? my own is still in good condition but with light scratches so i want to change.

 

Light scratches also want to change ?!?!?!?

[Gmax]

Light scratches also want to change ?!?!?!?

 

at first wanted to buy the big givi one agst the rain but decided it may be too hot for city riding as i mostly ride city.

 

the scratches are located directly at the top area therefore backside itchy feel like changing. it is not as clear as before also. i think because of the coating. anyway to 'polish' or buff it?

 

i rmb i can make acrylic smooth again when i did technical in my sec sch days.

 

did you purchase your givi already? how much?

[tcss]

Getting my Givi from SW9000 ... he 嫌弃 the windshield.

Can polish, 4000 fine grade sand paper, then code polishing compound, then bluff off.

[Uncle]

Can polish, 4000 fine grade sand paper, then code polishing compound, then bluff off.

 

UV coating will be gone. Yours is SWT, Gmax is FJS; so cannot fit.

[tcss]

Haiz .. then I will have to find a place to store that piece of thing.

[MaIkEr]

I have a bottle of plastic polish to borrow. but agreed with uncle protective coating might be gone.

[scoobydoo]

i rmb i can make acrylic smooth again

try autoglym super resin polish... probably not remove the scratches but helps make them less obvious

Edited November 16, 2012 by scoobydoo

[Gmax]

I have a bottle of plastic polish to borrow. but agreed with uncle protective coating might be gone.

 

uv protective coating is not important right. i did not know my windshield has uv coating. more important for me is to make my windshield clear again

 

bro where to purchase your plastic polish?

[Gmax]

try autoglym super resin polish... probably not remove the scratches but helps make them less obvious

 

you tried that? i thought thats for cleaning paint area of cars & motorcycles. maybe buy a bottle to try if not can use for cleaning bike and car.

[Gmax]

Haiz .. then I will have to find a place to store that piece of thing.

 

thanks for your offer anyway

[scoobydoo]

you tried that? i thought thats for cleaning paint area of cars & motorcycles. maybe buy a bottle to try if not can use for cleaning bike and car.

no need to buy la, i have a big bottle. just join us for kopi session with a small container, i shake-n-squeeze some out for you to try can liow.

 

 

 

kek kek kek... better be more precise, in case HOMs wonder shake what squeeze what

shake the autoglym bottle to even out the polish contents inside, then squeeze some of it out from the bottle

Edited November 16, 2012 by scoobydoo

[Uncle]

uv protective coating is not important right.

 

w/o UV coating, it will turn yellow.

[tcss]

oh ... no wonder my X9 windshield turn yellow .. meaning no UV coating ...

[scoobydoo]

why windshields, headlights, headlight protectors turns yellow?

culprits are:

* weather... rain & shine (UV rays)

* environment pollutants (dirt & dust)

* chemicals (used during washing)

* road salt

* bugs

* etc etc

 

First question, what causes headlights to turn yellow and hazy? There are several things that come into play with an acrylic lens that are now standard in vehicle headlights. First is the environment we live in. The sun the rain, pollution, road salt and bugs eat away at the clearcoat on your headlights. Living in Florida the sun is strong all year and, although the clear coat is a UV protection, it’s only good for 5 years. The length of time also depends on the make and model of your vehicle. Finally, cleaning products will have a feeding frenzy on the clear coat on the lens of your headlight. Using a regular detergent or taking your car to a car wash with those abusive bristles will strip away clear coat. Anyway you look at it, those headlights are going to need to be restored and restoring them is much cheaper than replacing them.

 

http://thebrandongazette.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1089:why-do-headlights-get-yellow&catid=41:articles&Itemid=64

 

a relevant read... about polycarbonate windshields

tech corner post #175

[scoobydoo]

you tried that? i thought thats for cleaning paint area of cars & motorcycles. maybe buy a bottle to try if not can use for cleaning bike and car.

yup, tried on 2 separate occassions:

 

* my acrylic headlight protector became very dull and "greyish" after few years of usage.

after polishing, it was back to clear and "glossy".

 

* there was some dirt stains on my windshield just below the number "plate" sticker.

my brains not short-circuited that day cos i did what i usually do for my home windows... water and newspaper.

alamak!!! the newspaper left scratches all over

panicked, but luckily i remember reading somewhere that autoglym super resin polish can help to remove light surface scratches, and i happen to have a bottle. tried... it helped.