SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[kiawui]

Battery flat after 5 days to one week no ride. Has been raining for white a while. Got my brother to jump start with his car. I rode for about 40km and parked on Mon night. Tue morning start it was okay. Thursday evening wanted to warm up but flat again. Battery faulty already?

 

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[HelmetBOX1605198525]

I bought the Dry Master from Regina in Mid Nov.

$90.

So far so good.

 

Also got Rain Master on sale, about $10 difference in price only.

 

Didn't know Regina carry tachi.. Cheaper then motor world?

 

 

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[SW9000]

Battery flat after 5 days to one week no ride. Has been raining for white a while. Got my brother to jump start with his car. I rode for about 40km and parked on Mon night. Tue morning start it was okay. Thursday evening wanted to warm up but flat again. Battery faulty already?

 

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Bike should still start 2 to 3 weeks without touching it.

Standard battery lasts 1.5 years or more.

 

It is either battery need replacement (highly likely) or some where the cable connection is leaking.

[kiawui]

Bike should still start 2 to 3 weeks without touching it.

Standard battery lasts 1.5 years or more.

 

It is either battery need replacement (highly likely) or some where the cable connection is leaking.

 

Then I think it's time to change. I have been using this battery for more than 1 and a half year since I took over the bike. Never changed before.

 

Where is the best place to buy and how much is it?

 

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[SW9000]

Hmm... Standard battery info must search our SW Tech thread.

 

Many already changed to the Lithium type, available in SBF sales section.

[Nighthawk_250]

I think some in the group are using Airhawk.

Most are riding non-SWT... : )

 

My jdm cushion may be old liao..lost support capability and felt like hit bottom

Just did another 300plus km ride yesterday...really good for long ride.

[silverwing73]

My jdm cushion may be old liao..lost support capability and felt like hit bottom

Just did another 300plus km ride yesterday...really good for long ride.

 

Air hawk? Is it those type with lots of hole type? Can show a pic

 

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[Family]

Hi Guys,

 

I am thinking of getting a Honda Silverwing 400cc.

I am new to biking after many years of not riding.

 

May I know if anyone could tell me where to get the bike and the cost?

Please PM me as I don't check forum often. Thanks in advance !!!

[SW9000]

If you are always touring, can get the SW.

Smooth engine with big storage but the weight... too heavy.

Cost around S$19k OTR.

 

If for local riding or shorter trip up north, then there are many other options available at cheaper price (14K+/-).

All are much lighter by about 30 to 50kg.

1. Sym, MaxSym 400i

2. Kymco, Xciting 400i

3. Piaggio, MP3 400

4. Yamaha, Majesty 400

 

Can check with M1 Motor, ASPhoon, etc.

[Nighthawk_250]

Air hawk? Is it those type with lots of hole type? Can show a pic

 

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Can read the users review in Amazon/

[scoobydoo]

Battery flat after 5 days to one week no ride. Has been raining for white a while. Got my brother to jump start with his car. I rode for about 40km and parked on Mon night. Tue morning start it was okay. Thursday evening wanted to warm up but flat again. Battery faulty already?

Based on your descriptions, i'ld say the battery needs to be changed cos it's likely it has reached/near the end of its life cycle; cos no longer able to hold charge over time as compared to normal conditions. Some say batts could be revived if deterioration is due to sulfation, but IMO, it's only a short term solution.

 

Some info about batts at Tech Corner:

* Battery & Fuses (Part 1)

* Battery & Fuses (Part 2)

* Troubleshooting Battery is Damaged or Weak

 

Then I think it's time to change. I have been using this battery for more than 1 and a half year since I took over the bike. Never changed before.

 

Where is the best place to buy and how much is it?

depends on which type of battery you want... standard maintenance battery (YTZ12S or YTZ14S) or lithium battery?

 

if standard batt, i'ld recommend you to buy the YTZ14S with higher capacity over the YTZ12S, costs only $10+ more.

best price seems to be at KS Motor along Jln Besar (opposite Regina across the street).

 

* Contacts & Lobangs: Where To Get Those Stuffs?

 

if riding pattern is like mine, very light usage (e.g. only once a week), i'ld recommend a lithium batt; yes, it's more expensive than the standard maintenance battery.

some of our kakis have bought from the MO ($240 for a 12 cell unit), i'm using the Skyrich ($198 for HJTZ14S, see my review)

[MaIkEr]

If you are always touring, can get the SW.

Smooth engine with big storage but the weight... too heavy.

Cost around S$19k OTR.

 

If for local riding or shorter trip up north, then there are many other options available at cheaper price (14K+/-).

All are much lighter by about 30 to 50kg.

1. Sym, MaxSym 400i

2. Kymco, Xciting 400i

3. Piaggio, MP3 400

4. Yamaha, Majesty 400

 

Can check with M1 Motor, ASPhoon, etc.

 

for a cheaper upfront price, u have to forgo honda's excellent built quality. try finding a spot of rust on the honda, its not easy.

IMO, high speed stability is excellent. few scoots allow for constant speed @ 130-140kmh, bends and e-lane changing included.

weight issue? changed to aftermarket exhaust n lithium batt then, a big sack of rice reduced.

[Jupiter9002]

for a cheaper upfront price, u have to forgo honda's excellent built quality. try finding a spot of rust on the honda, its not easy.

IMO, high speed stability is excellent. few scoots allow for constant speed @ 130-140kmh, bends and e-lane changing included.

weight issue? changed to aftermarket exhaust n lithium batt then, a big sack of rice reduced.

 

So MaIkEr, you are feel honda a much better choice ?

[MaIkEr]

comparing to the taiwanese n piaggio and my burg400k6, honda prob lost only in the power/weight aspect (storage as well for the burg400). even my current burg650 is not as obedient at 140kmh.

wats ur take as current owner of swt n c650?

[SW9000]

Not obedient at 140km/h... simi?

[abcdef]

Hi guys, anyone knows where to get the underseat hydraulic damper that keeps the seat open?

And the price as well.

 

Thank you!

 

I bought the seat hydraulic from chong aik few months back...$48+_ if I remember correctly

 

so cheap??? but mechanic once told me useless to change the hydraulic damper because lifespan very short....

[kiawui]

I bought the YTZ12. $120

See how it goes.

 

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[Nighthawk_250]

so cheap??? but mechanic once told me useless to change the hydraulic damper because lifespan very short....

 

Yup still have the receipt ...bought in March 2013 till now still ok

 

Not sure how long it last but I sure never force it to open faster

[SW9000]

3D2N Early 2014 Betong Ride (& Optional Genting)

 

Itinerary:

3 Jan 14 (Fri) - Betong

4 Jan 14 (Sat) - Betong

5 Jan 14 (Sun) - Home (or Genting optional, returning on 6 Jan)

 

Rooms at Betong Modern Thai is 890thb per night and Genting 1st World is rm88.

 

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2. Maiker

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[scoobydoo]

... but I sure never force it to open faster

 

no need force open, be gentle and it will open nicely for you http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/smile/flirty-smile-smiley-emoticon.gif

 

main issue here is for the stick to keep it open, not open it

[abcdef]

Yup still have the receipt ...bought in March 2013 till now still ok

 

Not sure how long it last but I sure never force it to open faster

 

huh? i thought the stick is to hold the seat up???

 

u mean when i open the seat it will auto rise up if i changed the hydraulic stick???

 

btw is it easy to diy change myself or i have to bring to mechanic there???

[drift]

Hi, any u guys interested in phone holder? THis is how it looks when installed on a silver wing.

Its fully adjustable with a 3M velcro for extra safety in case u forgot to clamp the phone n ride off.

Selling cheap 30bux only watsapp me if interested ok guys. +65 81622093

Cheers to all silverwing riders

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[scoobydoo]

huh? i thought the stick is to hold the seat up???

 

u mean when i open the seat it will auto rise up if i changed the hydraulic stick???

 

btw is it easy to diy change myself or i have to bring to mechanic there???

yup, that's the main purpose

 

nope, it's not so strong as to push the seat open automatically after you unlatch it.

but it does help to "push" the seat open after you lift the seat up to a certain angle.

 

yup, it's very easy to DIY.

[scoobydoo]

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OMG... did i see a hole being cut out of the top cover in order to mount the holder?

[drift]

OMG... did i see a hole being cut out of the top cover in order to mount the holder?

no lah, its not a hole, its your handlenbar screw itself.. they use an extended handlebar screw. No hole is cut to the top bro.

No worries.