[Discussion] General Queries From Newbies

[zalk]

Change battery lor. Quite easy to DIY.

[736cc]

I returned from a 9 weeks holiday and now my TA200 won't start and can't push start too.

I used to be able to push start when I was away for 4-5 weeks....guessed the battery is totally flat ya?

Suggestions on what I can do or time to call the tow guy?

 

battery might reach the level that unable to charge anymore. Also check your bike ERP unit whether is connected to the battery or ignition switch.

 

Some how new slim ERP will drain battery fast. change the connection to ignition switch to avoid this issues again.

[Silent Hunter]

Push start can be done even without any battery inside the bike. I done a video on this before with the battery placed on the pavement before I push start.

 

Is there a cranking sound when you press the ignition button?

If have, then it is not a battery problem.

If there is no cranking then it may be a battery or wiring problem.

 

Cannot start can be because of many factors.

 

One thing I can think of is someone itchy hand play with your bike and the carb is flooded. Or after 1 month, somewhere somehow rain water went in.

Try this. Off the fuel c0ck, drain out the carb using the drain screw, tighten the screw after draining. On back the fuel c0ck then push start.

 

If it is not an electrical problem or a fuel problem then it might be the spark plug. Ignition problem.

 

Hope that helps.

[JEYSDAD]

i know there is a scrap yard in sungei kadut, I need some used parts, does anyone know the exact address?

 

thank you

[Damient]

Hi everyone,

 

I'm a relatively new phantom rider, I got my 2b last November and my phantom in that same month. I've been reading up and am really interested in doing a trip with the phantom from Singapore to Malacca or even Genting Highlands or something.

 

But I'm still completely noob and am pretty sure I shouldn't go solo on my first time. Just wanted to check if anyone has any tips or knows other people who are planning such a trip?

 

Thank you!

[Genius]

Wah. Better don go by urself. abit dangerous plus ride for long hours leh. Need prep quite abit of stuff for maintenance. spark plug. etc

[Damient]

Haha yeah I know I really shouldn't go on my own. If you don't mind me asking, what are some stuff you usually prepare before a long trip? Am super noob and don't know much but can't shake this desire to go on a long trip haha

 

Right now in my head I know I will prepare:

- Basic motorcycle tools, like an adjustable wrench, spark plug tool, allen keys, etc

- Spare spark plugs

- Tire repair kit

 

Apart from these I know I have to plan my route, accommodation, food, insurance, etc, which I more or less have a rough sense. But do you have any advice or tips on these things as well?

 

Really appreciate your help!

[Tanarthur]

There's nothing wrong with going on a long trip on the TA. Before you leave, just go to a trusted mechanic to give the bike a throughout check. Replace what need to be replace. I think Planet motor has been advertised a lot here. Be up front to the mechanic that you are going on a trip. So they know what is expected. That's is my case cause I trusted my mechanic and he is a tourer himself.

 

Tire repair kit.. But do you have electric or at least foot pump? For Genting and malacca.. Accommodation is not an issue. Just book in advance. Our motorcycle insurances covers Malaysia. Travel and Personnal accident insurance is advisable to have.

 

Be in proper riding gear. Armor jacket, long pants, covered shoes, riding gloves and full or modular helmets.

 

Since you riding a TA, time to reached malacca is around 4hours, Genting 6hours est...

 

Route wise... I use GPS.. If you don't have, paper maps or phone apps. There are some apps that doesn't need data. But you need to make sure you have waterproof your phone.

 

Enough rest before the trip... Stop when you feel tired. Drink more water as dehydration will make you more tired. Stop only at RnR. With or without fuel station is fine if you just need to freshen up. Or those rain shelter. Avoid stopping on the side of the highway if possible. Keep water in your box. 100+, red bull etc.

 

Set ample time for your trip. The more you rush, the lesser you enjoy the ride, the more dangerous it will be.

 

In case anyone doubt my touring experience... I rode my Fino 115 to Malacca alone, and to Cameron Highland with a few friends. So if a 115cc scooter can do it, why can't a TA?

 

FYI, someone rode the TA to Hatyai before and another one rode the TA to Koh samui....

 

 

Let's just ride....

[Damient]

Hey cool thanks for the tips!

 

Yes I have all the necessary riding gear prepared and I've very recently sent my bike to the mechanic, so I am quite confident of its capability.

 

I think I will plan the route prior and mark on a paper map and use phone GPS as a backup. I never thought of a pump though... I think I'll definitely look around for one as well.

 

Thanks!

[Tanarthur]

Electric pump Motoworld or online seller got sell. But if you get electric pump, you need 12v socket. Foot pump, mustafa have.

 

Touring on TA only need to monitor engine oil. Bring a bottle along...

 

Enjoy the ride and ride safe...

 

 

Let's just ride....

[Tanarthur]

Let just say you going to malacca. In order not to stress the engine, let say you moving off from GP RnR, next stop Kulaijaya RnR, Pagoh, then you head in to malacca.

 

 

Let's just ride....

[Damient]

Thanks for the tips!

[xiangcai09]

Hey guys, having this sound when i hit up 6th gear when only i throttle and there wouldn't be any sound if off throttle at 6th gear with 80-100km/h speed.

Sometime during the night time i ride back home the sound never came and its only happen during the night. Otherwise in the day time sure have this sound.

. i did went to workshop and ask. End up they told me is chain sound and ask me live with it but i been thinking if is chain sound why i off throttle and the sound is gone???

Went 2 workshop already gave me the same answer. i worry this sound might damage more things inside which i had no idea what is the sound is.

Anybody had this problem or what is this problem are?

Edited October 27, 2015 by xiangcai09

[jh23]

i had this rattling sound that comes out of my rear left suspension, when bypass wall or other vehicle can hear the rattle sound.

 

if i idle and throttle, once in awhile only can hear. very strange also, but it seems to be ringing from my suspension, when i press it when it rings it will go away.

 

just my 2cents! can check it out

[bingoboey]

Hi everyone,

Hope this is not off topic. I'm considering getting a second hand TA200 after clearing my 2B. I've been reading the forum section " [Technical] Possible Solutions to your Phantom's Problem" and I seem to get the impression that TA200 may not be that reliable after all? I hope I'm wrong though, hopefully seniors here can provide some feedback on TA200's reliability compared to other popular 2B bikes like FZ16, YZF-R15 etc

 

Secondly, I'm also considering going for 2A one year after passing 2B. All 2A bikes at the driving centers are all street bikes - eg super4 at SSDC. Will riding a cruiser like TA200 after clearing 2B put me in a more awkward position to handle a bigger street bike like super4? I mean, I might be too used to a cruiser and may find it hard to adapt back to a street bike like super4. Is it better to ride a street bike to gain experience after 2B so that going to 2A on a S4 is easier?

[Tanarthur]

Ta200 is not a bad bike. I started on it too. 2A also on a shadow. Same situation. Just need to get used to it... Since you looking for upgrading, the Fz16 etc will be quite ex as a 2b bike. TA200 will be fine. Save the $$ for future upgrades..

 

 

Let's just ride....

[euphonium07]

Hi everyone,

Hope this is not off topic. I'm considering getting a second hand TA200 after clearing my 2B. I've been reading the forum section " [Technical] Possible Solutions to your Phantom's Problem" and I seem to get the impression that TA200 may not be that reliable after all? I hope I'm wrong though, hopefully seniors here can provide some feedback on TA200's reliability compared to other popular 2B bikes like FZ16, YZF-R15 etc

 

Secondly, I'm also considering going for 2A one year after passing 2B. All 2A bikes at the driving centers are all street bikes - eg super4 at SSDC. Will riding a cruiser like TA200 after clearing 2B put me in a more awkward position to handle a bigger street bike like super4? I mean, I might be too used to a cruiser and may find it hard to adapt back to a street bike like super4. Is it better to ride a street bike to gain experience after 2B so that going to 2A on a S4 is easier?

 

Hi bingoboey, what you described in your post sounds very familiar, in fact it is what I have gone through. From my experience riding a phantom, it is very reliable, except that one time where it stopped in the middle of the expressway! That was a few months after I bought it from a shop. Did a top overhaul, and since then, it has been really great, really reliable, and I achieved average fuel consumption of about 40km/l, which is really good. And take into account that the bike that I rode is already more than 10 years old. Of course, you would have to maintain it properly, but maintenance is quite simple generally.

 

Over to your second concern, yes, it would feel awkward at first riding S4, but after a while it goes away. The more problematic part is getting used to the power of the S4, clutch control etc. Then after the lesson ended, and you go back to riding phantom, then it feels awkward too, but it goes away after a while. But, it is not really a big issue to me. The adaptation is pretty quick. That is how amazing our bodies are!

 

The more important thing now is to focus on getting that license, instead of looking around for bikes! You still taking lessons or waiting for TP practical test?

[squee]

I had my concerns about the Phantom also, but I don't regret buying it. It's really a great comfortable cruiser. Just make sure you bring it to the shop after you get yours for a checkup, change the oil and the spark plug. Then regular maintenance just involves changing the oil and oiling the chain regularly.

 

It is heavier and bigger than the school bike but you get used to it. Being able to put both feet on the ground flat is also great.

[squee]

Hey guys, having this sound when i hit up 6th gear when only i throttle and there wouldn't be any sound if off throttle at 6th gear with 80-100km/h speed.

Sometime during the night time i ride back home the sound never came and its only happen during the night. Otherwise in the day time sure have this sound.

. i did went to workshop and ask. End up they told me is chain sound and ask me live with it but i been thinking if is chain sound why i off throttle and the sound is gone???

Went 2 workshop already gave me the same answer. i worry this sound might damage more things inside which i had no idea what is the sound is.

Anybody had this problem or what is this problem are?

 

I have this sound also, but it has been there ever since I bought my bike 3rd hand. I just read a post where something in the exhaust has gotten loose and it might cause the rattling sound. Is it easy to remove the exhaust and check yourself?

[gpang788]

Just got my 2B a few weeks ago. Interested to get a phantom ta200 & ride around for 1-2 years.

 

I understand that most phantoms out there in the market now are all quite old.

 

What are the things I should look out for when buying one?? Would parts be an issue 1-2 years later?

[kenniepan]

Hi,

Selling a daystar:

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/460596-WTS-Daelim-Daystar-X5-140cc-2b-Cruiser-(With-Photos)?highlight=

[Hydher]

Just got my 2B a few weeks ago. Interested to get a phantom ta200 & ride around for 1-2 years.

 

I understand that most phantoms out there in the market now are all quite old.

 

What are the things I should look out for when buying one?? Would parts be an issue 1-2 years later?

 

No problem with parts.

Ask the owner to bring you for a short ride out on the roads and highway. If without hiccup can buy.

Anything bring to newb friendly shop planet motors at ubi

[rekkan]

No problem with parts.

Ask the owner to bring you for a short ride out on the roads and highway. If without hiccup can buy.

Anything bring to newb friendly shop planet motors at ubi

 

Completely right.

 

The phantom is probably the most easily serviceable bike in Singapore

[gpang788]

Sounds really positive. Thanks guys. I will get a phantom liao!

[rekkan]

Sounds really positive. Thanks guys. I will get a phantom liao!

 

It's a good bike, and can be easily modded to look stylish.

 

I brought mine to krabi and back