SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[anzl]

Hi currently riding a s4 spec 1. Keen in changing to SW for quite some time already but always scared will regret. Any recommendations? eg. which model available etc. will be getting a 2nd hand one.

[SW9000]

Hi currently riding a s4 spec 1. Keen in changing to SW for quite some time already but always scared will regret. Any recommendations? eg. which model available etc. will be getting a 2nd hand one.

 

This one a bit difficult to decide for you but you can consider these and look at a few bikes in the market:

 

1. Love at first sight. You must first like the look.

2. For speed or for storage. Speed = Tmax, Storage = all other scoots with big under-seat space (Max Sym, SW, Burgman, Majesty, etc).

3. Bothered by Weight? SW is the heaviest amongst the 400cc. The rest are generally about 40kg lessor.

4. Want Travel Long Distance? SW, Tmax and Burgy650 are twin cylinder for smoother, longer rides. The rest are singles.

5. What's the budget? SW, Tmax and Burgy650 cost a premium above the rest even at 2nd hand.

 

If decided on SW then I recommend the SW-T, which is usually from 2010 (horizontal side by side headlight). The older FJS model is no longer in production except for USA market.

SW-T has slightly better suspension setting, more comfy seat cushion/cover and a change in transmission ratio resulting in lighter rollers and throttling.

 

If Regret? Some maybe disappointed at the speed/power (and heavier weight) but never the comfort. 2nd hand can always sell again and you won't lose that much $$.

 

My SW-T is 131k km already (3.75 years) and travels to Thailand at least twice a year. *Been to North Thailand 2X and end next year going again.

Standard SG road = 25km/l fuel consumption. * Others are getting around 23-24km/l... possibly becos they've got stronger wrist.

 

Go look look see see touch touch. Many times, the favorite may not be the SW.

[scoobydoo]

If decided on SW then I recommend the SW-T, which is usually from 2010 (horizontal side by side headlight). The older FJS model is no longer in production except for USA market.

SW-T has slightly better suspension setting, more comfy seat cushion/cover and a change in transmission ratio resulting in lighter rollers and throttling.

 

If Regret? Some maybe disappointed at the speed/power (and heavier weight) but never the comfort. 2nd hand can always sell again and you won't lose that much $$.

no leh no leh ... i still prefer my FJS over the SWT ... whahaha

 

despite the alleged poorer suspension, i still prefer the FJS due to:

* "haya" looking vertical headlight arrangement (prefer it over the "one eye jack")

* much bigger glove compartments

diff in suspension probably not much for me cos i'm bantamweight compared to some heavyweight SWingers out there

 

whether SW (FJS or SWT) is a good buy depends a lot on personal preference ...

me? i'm certainly still enjoying my FJS

too bad new ones only got SWT

[scoobydoo]

anyone managed to change RM at 2.6 or above?

i just changed some at 2.59 (changer next to Parkway Parade lift lobby)

that's the best i've got over the 2 weeks of asking around

[yogi]

anyone managed to change RM at 2.6 or above?

i just changed some at 2.59 (changer next to Parkway Parade lift lobby)

that's the best i've got over the 2 weeks of asking around

 

Raffles plc famous mani chgr oso 2.59 nia. Papers bluff wan.. where gt 2.64...

Actually i tink applicable for fx trdg nia

Edited December 8, 2014 by yogi

[scoobydoo]

k k, if tomorrow still 2.59 i go hoot some more

[Silverhom]

I got 2.605 at Bukit Indah last week. This week will be higher. That was what the money changer lady told me.

[C.S]

Bukit indah where

The money changer inside the shopping mall? ?

[Chubb]

no leh no leh ... i still prefer my FJS over the SWT ... whahaha

 

despite the alleged poorer suspension, i still prefer the FJS due to:

* "haya" looking vertical headlight arrangement (prefer it over the "one eye jack")

* much bigger glove compartments

diff in suspension probably not much for me cos i'm bantamweight compared to some heavyweight SWingers out there

 

whether SW (FJS or SWT) is a good buy depends a lot on personal preference ...

me? i'm certainly still enjoying my FJS

too bad new ones only got SWT

 

i also like the haya-lookalike headlight.. dun really like 2 headlamp but 1 side lit..

seen SW-T glove compartment really smaller den fjs..

 

dats y dunno stick wif my fjs or change sw-t..

 

but kinda boring to see my fairing tab crack or go missing..

[Darkcrew]

Hi Guys. Anyone know how to open the cover for the trunk light?

I would liketo change the bulb to LED bulb which is much brighter.

Btw I am riding SW-T400.

 

THANKS!

[yogi]

I got 2.605 at Bukit Indah last week. This week will be higher. That was what the money changer lady told me.

 

That's rare wor. Normally lousier rate leh

[Jupiter9002]

hearsay ... this morning ... 2.625

After malaysia custom ... petrol kiosk, car wash area.

[Silverhom]

Normally in JB or Bukit Indah they display 2.51. You need to ask them personally for the current rate. Bukit Indah is at the inner circle road facing the centre Bkt Indah garden. Earlier at Toa Payoh I change at 2.61 but super long queue. 30 person in front of me.

[bobbyyankee]

Greetings everyone...im a bit lost on choosing a bike...but preferred SWT....now got 400X...need your suggestions on both of this bike...as i go tourings too...currently riding a decent 200cc scoot...thanks in advance..

[scoobydoo]

hi bobbyyankee

SWT and 400X are 2 different types of ride... trying to comparing a scooter and "all terrain vehicle" is like comparing apple and orange.

 

some things you can enjoy from the scooter you won't get it on the ATV, vice versa. some things to consider...

comfort?

power?

speed?

agility?

utility (storage)?

FC?

maintenance?

looks?

budget?

 

basically... what you want from the ride and personal preference loh

[BigDogs]

Hello fellow gurus of Silverwing, sorry to barge on in like this but am wondering what are the models of aftermarket exhaust available for a 2004 Silverwing?

 

Also by any chance, anyone knows any shops that have 2nd hand Silverwing 400's in stock?

[bobbyyankee]

hi bobbyyankee

SWT and 400X are 2 different types of ride... trying to comparing a scooter and "all terrain vehicle" is like comparing apple and orange.

 

some things you can enjoy from the scooter you won't get it on the ATV, vice versa. some things to consider...

comfort?

power?

speed?

agility?

utility (storage)?

FC?

maintenance?

looks?

budget?

 

basically... what you want from the ride and personal preference loh

Hi bro scoobydoo, thanks for the reply...yeah im am taking into consideration on commuting in sg roads and also for touring purposes...also taken into consideration for power and consumption...what do you recommend?...space or storage not an issue...just wanna see the reliable of each engine..as i know both are two cylinders...im confuse to choose which one...haha

[ph_kkk]

Was 2.61 yesterday, changer near the seng siong, bedok .

[Jupiter9002]

Today cannot get 2.61 already ... MYR cheong up today ...

[anodise57]

Hi bro scoobydoo, thanks for the reply...yeah im am taking into consideration on commuting in sg roads and also for touring purposes...also taken into consideration for power and consumption...what do you recommend?...space or storage not an issue...just wanna see the reliable of each engine..as i know both are two cylinders...im confuse to choose which one...haha

 

 

Honda engine hard to say which one better... 400x is new..

Swinger engine around for a decade already.

FYI, CB400x is not ATV, its not even enduro. It is streetbike with enduro feel with lotsa room for aftermarket accessory add-ons.

 

 

You must know what you want or preference in the 1st place.

do you have any back problem?

If yes.. CB400x might better cos enduro setup forces you to sit more upright and arc your backbone.

 

sitting posture

auto or manual

 

confirm there are few key consideration besides jus engine and FC that you are looking at...

Or u were on street and wanna try scoot.. or vice versa.

 

 

From the phrasing of your question, it actually sounded like 不甘愿cos you wanted SWT but gotten 400x instead.. so... i guess you already know ur answer...

 

if your pocket is deep enough get both

if your pocket is just nice....hold on that thought for 1 month.... and see... if the prompting in the heart is not that strong anymore...

Then you DO NOT NEED TO CHANGE

 

if it gets stronger.... CHANGE IT THEN.... life to short to have regrets

[bobbyyankee]

Honda engine hard to say which one better... 400x is new..

Swinger engine around for a decade already.

FYI, CB400x is not ATV, its not even enduro. It is streetbike with enduro feel with lotsa room for aftermarket accessory add-ons.

 

 

You must know what you want or preference in the 1st place.

do you have any back problem?

If yes.. CB400x might better cos enduro setup forces you to sit more upright and arc your backbone.

 

sitting posture

auto or manual

 

confirm there are few key consideration besides jus engine and FC that you are looking at...

Or u were on street and wanna try scoot.. or vice versa.

 

 

From the phrasing of your question, it actually sounded like 不甘愿cos you wanted SWT but gotten 400x instead.. so... i guess you already know ur answer...

 

if your pocket is deep enough get both

if your pocket is just nice....hold on that thought for 1 month.... and see... if the prompting in the heart is not that strong anymore...

Then you DO NOT NEED TO CHANGE

 

if it gets stronger.... CHANGE IT THEN.... life to short to have regrets

Well said bro...yeah u notified me, yes i do have back problem...hehe...still need sometime to consider...thanks for the advises...

[anodise57]

Well said bro...yeah u notified me, yes i do have back problem...hehe...still need sometime to consider...thanks for the advises...

 

I rode Swinger for 1 yr.. before switching to vstorm650 for 6+ yrs.. cos I had compressed disc problem ...

Swinger is nice scoot to ride no doubt but due to health reasons.. I bite the bullet and changed.

This was mystory...

[scoobydoo]

if your pocket is deep enough get both

wah mike... super poisonous

[anodise57]

wah mike... super poisonous

 

Boss....

 

diff bike for diff applications ma..

 

 

like get cross traininer shoe for gym

basketball shoe play basketball

Sneakers for shopping.. u know u know..

 

hahahahah

but the decimal points alot of diff of course

[bobbyyankee]

Yeah but my preference is SW....but to bad becoz of back injury...guess need to heed your kind advise....