SBF Silverwings / HOM Cafe 2012

[joey_sfb]

Never seen a SW with a guard. Don't think got after market parts for this.

 

Ebay has footboard sliders for Silver Wing 600 but not the 400, I wonder it will fit. It seems like oversea SW 600cc more common.

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/R-G-FOOTBOARD-SLIDERS-for-HONDA-FJS600-SILVERWING-2008-to-2012-/281273755724?hash=item417d38e84c:g:dTUAAOxywh1TDL2-

[joey_sfb]

can read this for more info about running in

* Running In

 

highlights:

~ generally

~ 2 ways, traditional and "hard" methods

~ recommended to use mineral oil instead of synthetic

~ consider safe speed especially when bike has new tyres (more slippery) and new brakes (pads/disc needs mating)

 

My research show that hard method is for racing engine conditioning, this will give it optimal performance but shorter engine life span. Eee.. I need to use my bike minimum 10 years leh.

[scoobydoo]

Ebay has footboard sliders for Silver Wing 600 but not the 400, I wonder it will fit. It seems like oversea SW 600cc more common.

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/R-G-FOOTBOARD-SLIDERS-for-HONDA-FJS600-SILVERWING-2008-to-2012-/281273755724?hash=item417d38e84c:g:dTUAAOxywh1TDL2-

generally, sliders work when they are mounted onto strong points of the bike, so that they may take the brunt of the impact when bike hits ground (in place of the weaker or fragile parts), and remain in place to bear the abrasions when bike slides on the tarmac.

from the photo, it seems the "shoes" are fastened onto the floorboard by means of 2 screws (need to drill 2 holes on top of floorboard).

while they may shield that particular part from damage during a drop, there will be many other parts that will kiss the ground. e.g. exhaust cover, pillion foot peg, handlebar, rear fairing next to pillion seat, etc. extent of damage/scratches depends how hard the bike is dropped.

another thing is, during a skid where bike slides across the tarmac, will the 2 screws be able to hold the sliders in place or will it break off?

similarly, many other parts of the bike will kenna scratched as it slides down the floor.

questions now are... is that near S$200 worth paying for? how much difference does it make to the repair bill? or is it more a "look good feel good" item?

 

My research show that hard method is for racing engine conditioning, this will give it optimal performance but shorter engine life span. Eee.. I need to use my bike minimum 10 years leh.

most of us use the traditional method... ban ban lai lah

SW's speed at 5k rpm already at our expressways speed limit liow

[sad_how]

400km per tank exclude reserve ah ??? siao liao ,

 

I usually hit 360km on my odo with 2L remaining to be exact.Travelling 90-100km/h.

[sad_how]

i onli 290 before reserve

 

ok what. reserve 4L. works out to be abt 400km also.

hahaha

[joey_sfb]

generally, sliders work when they are mounted onto strong points of the bike, so that they may take the brunt of the impact when bike hits ground (in place of the weaker or fragile parts), and remain in place to bear the abrasions when bike slides on the tarmac.

from the photo, it seems the "shoes" are fastened onto the floorboard by means of 2 screws (need to drill 2 holes on top of floorboard).

while they may shield that particular part from damage during a drop, there will be many other parts that will kiss the ground. e.g. exhaust cover, pillion foot peg, handlebar, rear fairing next to pillion seat, etc. extent of damage/scratches depends how hard the bike is dropped.

another thing is, during a skid where bike slides across the tarmac, will the 2 screws be able to hold the sliders in place or will it break off?

similarly, many other parts of the bike will kenna scratched as it slides down the floor.

questions now are... is that near S$200 worth paying for? how much difference does it make to the repair bill? or is it more a "look good feel good" item?

 

 

most of us use the traditional method... ban ban lai lah

SW's speed at 5k rpm already at our expressways speed limit liow

 

I think sliders are there to protect against accidental drop. SW is one of the heaviest scooter around so newbie and tiredness could cause the rider to drop the scooter.

[scoobydoo]

fastest drop record i know so far is... less than 1 week from chut chia, really feel sad for owner

[joey_sfb]

fastest drop record i know so far is... less than 1 week from chut chia, really feel sad for owner

 

Can feel his pain...

[bean_beanlim]

fastest drop record i know so far is... less than 1 week from chut chia, really feel sad for owner

 

Haha u refer to me ? So far I drop my bike 2 time already . 16/02/16 & 16/03/16. Very very heart pain .

[armani123sg]

Haha u refer to me ? So far I drop my bike 2 time already . 16/02/16 & 16/03/16. Very very heart pain .

 

lucky 16/04/16 dont have. cause if like that every 16 of the month u gotta take bus. hahaha!

[scoobydoo]

anyone know whether Good Luck Restaurant is re-opened?

 

miss the "Tour de Lobsters" ... some fond memories

 

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=133830&d=1258295869

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=133832&d=1258295901

[anodise57]

generally, sliders work when they are mounted onto strong points of the bike, so that they may take the brunt of the impact when bike hits ground (in place of the weaker or fragile parts), and remain in place to bear the abrasions when bike slides on the tarmac.

from the photo, it seems the "shoes" are fastened onto the floorboard by means of 2 screws (need to drill 2 holes on top of floorboard).

while they may shield that particular part from damage during a drop, there will be many other parts that will kiss the ground. e.g. exhaust cover, pillion foot peg, handlebar, rear fairing next to pillion seat, etc. extent of damage/scratches depends how hard the bike is dropped.

another thing is, during a skid where bike slides across the tarmac, will the 2 screws be able to hold the sliders in place or will it break off?

similarly, many other parts of the bike will kenna scratched as it slides down the floor.

questions now are... is that near S$200 worth paying for? how much difference does it make to the repair bill? or is it more a "look good feel good" item?

 

 

most of us use the traditional method... ban ban lai lah

SW's speed at 5k rpm already at our expressways speed limit liow

 

 

I think it should be using the 2 screw holes below the rubber foot board (where u click in place)

It fits the old SW model where 600/400 is the same design.

not sure new SWT400's screw distance in between screw & the fairing edge is same or not

 

Slider meant to take impact and slide..... to minimize 100% impact of fairing.

Wonder if this works....

[joey_sfb]

I think it should be using the 2 screw holes below the rubber foot board (where u click in place)

It fits the old SW model where 600/400 is the same design.

not sure new SWT400's screw distance in between screw & the fairing edge is same or not

 

Slider meant to take impact and slide..... to minimize 100% impact of fairing.

Wonder if this works....

 

Wrote to Boon Siew, hope they have some positive answer

[ahjm87]

Hi All,

 

I am thinking of upgrading to 2nd hand Silverwing 400. But i am not sure whether would i spend more on servicing,etc. can someone share with me like the things to change during servicing and how much it cost? And how frequent it need to change.

[SW9000]

Below are estimates. Other than belt and rollers that are specifics for scooters, the rest are similar to other bikes that should be serviced at your own discretion.

 

 

EO = 5k. 2 litres about $46.

Oil filter = 10k. $15. Alternated EO change.

Transmission Oil = 10k. Alternative EO change, together with oil filter. * Use left over EO from oil filter/EO change.

Spark plugs = 15k of more. Normal plugs at $8 or Iridium at $18++.

Air filter = 20k. Stock must replace ($40), K & N can re-use ($90).

 

Belt = 24k. $130++

Rollers = 48k. $40++

U-clip = 48k. $8++

 

 

Hi All,

 

I am thinking of upgrading to 2nd hand Silverwing 400. But i am not sure whether would i spend more on servicing,etc. can someone share with me like the things to change during servicing and how much it cost? And how frequent it need to change.

[anodise57]

Wrote to Boon Siew, hope they have some positive answer

 

U should just go AC motor, take a ruler or caliper measure yourself..

There are always silverwings around.

 

Dont expect them to reply you so soon....

[scoobydoo]

Hi All,

 

I am thinking of upgrading to 2nd hand Silverwing 400. But i am not sure whether would i spend more on servicing,etc. can someone share with me like the things to change during servicing and how much it cost? And how frequent it need to change.

you may read up more about the SW here:

* The Honda Silver Wing Scooter (Part 1)

* The Honda Silver Wing Scooter (Part 2)

 

check out the SW Tech Corner

Silverwing 400cc / 600cc Tech Corner

 

 

on maintenance schedule and costs:

* SW Maintenance Schedule & FAQ

[ahjm87]

Below are estimates. Other than belt and rollers that are specifics for scooters, the rest are similar to other bikes that should be serviced at your own discretion.

 

 

EO = 5k. 2 litres about $46.

Oil filter = 10k. $15. Alternated EO change.

Transmission Oil = 10k. Alternative EO change, together with oil filter. * Use left over EO from oil filter/EO change.

Spark plugs = 15k of more. Normal plugs at $8 or Iridium at $18++.

Air filter = 20k. Stock must replace ($40), K & N can re-use ($90).

 

Belt = 24k. $130++

Rollers = 48k. $40++

U-clip = 48k. $8++

 

Noted and thanks a lot.

[ahjm87]

you may read up more about the SW here:

* The Honda Silver Wing Scooter (Part 1)

* The Honda Silver Wing Scooter (Part 2)

 

check out the SW Tech Corner

Silverwing 400cc / 600cc Tech Corner

 

 

on maintenance schedule and costs:

* SW Maintenance Schedule & FAQ

 

Noted and thanks a lot.

[wait4me]

if u ride kup and compare with silverwing, of coz u will feel slighlty ex

but if u ride busa or r1 , then u compare jus the tire change to silverwing u will feel it is so much cheaper.

[scoobydoo]

don't have to compare with busa or r1, maintenance costs for TMax scooters are already higher.

but hor, those bikes are designed/build to deliver higher power/speed performances, we value the SW more for it's comfort, utility and touring

[anodise57]

don't have to compare with busa or r1, maintenance costs for TMax scooters are already higher.

but hor, those bikes are designed/build to deliver higher power/speed performances, we value the SW more for it's comfort, utility and touring

 

 

That I agree,

Its a diff genre altogether. Nvr compare Scoot to norm bike...

[wait4me]

oops i compare scoot to normal bike leh ..

now my other bike rotting in carpark ... sob sob

[Crazy]

Hi everyone, just got my silverwing fjs400. Just want to check for brake light replacement, do I need to remove box and side board to access?

[SW9000]

Nope. Access from the underseat trunk. Got 2x panels at the back.

 

Hi everyone, just got my silverwing fjs400. Just want to check for brake light replacement, do I need to remove box and side board to access?