[Discussion] General Queries From Newbies

[fyc888]

Push start is easy. I had to do that for 2 days when my starter contacts were kaput. $35 at planet to repair.

 

If your lights are still working the battery is fine. Hook up a voltmeter to test. Battery -$65, starter coil and carbon brush replacement, $35. Give me a call if you need a push start demo.

 

i tried once but my bike nearly fell. That time jB bro was ard to teach me since he stayed near. But i rusty liao... lol. My lights still manage to work. only right side got the tiak tiak tiak sound.. which i think most likely is battery? Im a very bike newb, don't have a voltmeter too..

 

Also how long can we not ride our bike? As in leave it there with no starting whatsoever... I need to obedient to try to start it then.

 

wah.. 100 bucks..

[armani123sg]

i tried once but my bike nearly fell. That time jB bro was ard to teach me since he stayed near. But i rusty liao... lol. My lights still manage to work. only right side got the tiak tiak tiak sound.. which i think most likely is battery? Im a very bike newb, don't have a voltmeter too..

 

Also how long can we not ride our bike? As in leave it there with no starting whatsoever... I need to obedient to try to start it then.

 

wah.. 100 bucks..

 

i think might be carbon starter bro... u mean got e tiak taik sound when u press e ignition button? if yes, then most likely carbon starter, which costs $60 to repair at planet...

[fyc888]

i think might be carbon starter bro... u mean got e tiak taik sound when u press e ignition button? if yes, then most likely carbon starter, which costs $60 to repair at planet...

 

yea bro.. the tiak tiak sound. WOW $60!!!! ubi abit too far for me. by the time im off work the shop close liao.. Prefer shops at the west though. thinking of visiting unique since they just shifted over.... Provided i get it started!!!

 

BTW, at gear 3-4 + push the bike then release the clutch to start right? Do i need to turn the throttle? How fast do i need to go ah.... backache.. lol

 

Also anyone knows about the typical length before i need to start/ride a bike and i can leave it there to rot? Hai thinking of selling due to irregular usage but I buang once before.. got scratches at tank area also. think 4-5th hand already.

[armani123sg]

yea bro.. the tiak tiak sound. WOW $60!!!! ubi abit too far for me. by the time im off work the shop close liao.. Prefer shops at the west though. thinking of visiting unique since they just shifted over.... Provided i get it started!!!

 

BTW, at gear 3-4 + push the bike then release the clutch to start right? Do i need to turn the throttle? How fast do i need to go ah.... backache.. lol

 

Also anyone knows about the typical length before i need to start/ride a bike and i can leave it there to rot? Hai thinking of selling due to irregular usage but I buang once before.. got scratches at tank area also. think 4-5th hand already.

 

that time when my bike couldnt start, i push started it everyday for almost a week. i reached a pt that i could push start it within 1metre of my parking lot... hahaa... i just sit, clutch in, shift gear to gear 1, use leg n body weight to roll bike front fast n throw clutch... bike vibrates, i throttle n clutch in... ta da! bike started! haha... i guess u can try unique bro... planet closes around 7pm i guess... i went there once at 8pm, he was still open, but kenna "scolded" for coming so late... haha... ah chong is a nice guy...

 

my house here got one old uncle... he rides his phantom like once a week or even once every 2 weeks... he nv ever constantly start bike or anything... but amazingly he starts it without problem...

[fyc888]

that time when my bike couldnt start, i push started it everyday for almost a week. i reached a pt that i could push start it within 1metre of my parking lot... hahaa... i just sit, clutch in, shift gear to gear 1, use leg n body weight to roll bike front fast n throw clutch... bike vibrates, i throttle n clutch in... ta da! bike started! haha... i guess u can try unique bro... planet closes around 7pm i guess... i went there once at 8pm, he was still open, but kenna "scolded" for coming so late... haha... ah chong is a nice guy...

 

my house here got one old uncle... he rides his phantom like once a week or even once every 2 weeks... he nv ever constantly start bike or anything... but amazingly he starts it without problem...

 

sit and run fast enough to start it? in gear 1 also can? hmm. i scared later xia suay.. haha. cos i read alot is in gear 2-3 recommended. Mine is ultimate.. I ride 1/2 yr never even reach 2k mileage to change my black oil..

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Gear 1!

 

I tried everything from 1-4 over many surfaces and 1-2 simply managed to lock up the rear wheel. Too much resistance from the compression. I might be on different gearing/sprockets from you. 3 finally got the motor spinning and 4 was needed on somebody's very slippery tiled driveway!

 

It was kind of a fun experience - I wouldn't let my bike break down no matter what! Lost about 1kg pushing the monster around repeatedly day and night rain or shine (and yes I'm very thin already). Led to double cheeseburger addiction.

 

$60 for starter carbon !?!?

Dr Chong charged me $35. Serious.

 

Anyways for future such instances I'd probably like to DIY. My issue was one of the carbon brush "springs" being jammed from some crap lodged in it. Once I clean up the brush housing and lube the brushes and springs I'd have a nice perfectly usable spare part.

[iMustik]

Hi bros, qn frm a noob in phantom... Currently my phantom gt a few behaviours that very heart pain ar... On cold starts, my bike seem to b able to start... But when eng is hot, Luke very hard to start ar... And I very scared to go out, coz everytime traffic lite, gt chance the engine die... Anyone have a clue??

 

And also, everytime I close throttle, got exhaust sound louder den the rest... I think it's backfire ar, like those on Gilera with aftermarket pipes and when close throttle got like the extra loud fart sound... Juz gt the bike last week and have yet to go fr first oil change...

Edited April 27, 2010 by iMustik

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Send to Planet - go in morning 9am and Chong will happily test ride and troubleshoot for you.

 

I had the same improperly tuned carb at first.

[vipergod2000]

Hi guys

 

Anyone have an alarm system with Remote Start function with it?

 

Any idea how much and suggestions on where to install?

Also, any particular brands to look out for / avoid?

 

Keen on getting this function, to remote start, warm up my bike downstairs before i reach downstairs so when i reach my bike, i can just ride off to work. hee!

[pureice68]

Hi guys

 

Anyone have an alarm system with Remote Start function with it?

 

Any idea how much and suggestions on where to install?

Also, any particular brands to look out for / avoid?

 

Keen on getting this function, to remote start, warm up my bike downstairs before i reach downstairs so when i reach my bike, i can just ride off to work. hee!

 

Look for Koon at 61 Lengkok Bahru, and it comes with motion alarm sensor too!. Not sure about the price. But my advise is not to start your bike so far away as someone can just ride it away before you reach your bike, hahaha...

[iMustik]

aaaahhh icic... wads the dmg like for tuning the carb?? its nt the star shaped knob on the right side rite??

[ckoonyin]

aaaahhh icic... wads the dmg like for tuning the carb?? its nt the star shaped knob on the right side rite??

 

That's to adjust u're engine idling rpm.

 

Just bring it down to Chong to the morning and tell him the symtoms.

 

He'll do watever that needs to be done for you.

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

And also, everytime I close throttle, got exhaust sound louder den the rest... I think it's backfire ar, like those on Gilera with aftermarket pipes and when close throttle got like the extra loud fart sound... Juz gt the bike last week and have yet to go fr first oil change...

 

I just remembered about my constipated engine. Super loud when on power and in engine braking, with WRX style backfiring.

 

That was due to the shop putting in 1.5 litres of EO instead of Honda-recommended 1.0 litres. Once oil changed and verified to correct level with dipstick (background sound of protesting people saying "this bike consume oil one)... smooth as tofu.

 

Engines need a certain amount of air in the crankcase, and overfilling EO can cause a lot of future problems including leaking gaskets, sluggish performance, etc. Not to mention extremely jerky when starting engine braking (0-5% throttle). Great sound (if you like loud farting) but bad for both your wallet and the bike.

 

The reason why they say the bike "is prone to consume oil" is due to their own ill maintenence practises. Sounds like profiteering to me, which is why I let Planet service my bike.

[pureice68]

what will happen..if bike is in gear?

the bike will move off like knight rider?

 

Think it won't start right, cos it's not clutched in? kmjoe can answer this for us!

[lycan]

Hi guys

 

Anyone have an alarm system with Remote Start function with it?

 

Any idea how much and suggestions on where to install?

Also, any particular brands to look out for / avoid?

 

Keen on getting this function, to remote start, warm up my bike downstairs before i reach downstairs so when i reach my bike, i can just ride off to work. hee!

wah bro. you got so lazy a not..

 

Check out Spy Alarm..

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=195989

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Think it won't start right, cos it's not clutched in? kmjoe can answer this for us!

 

Lol Knight Rider! Good use for red LEDs.

[kmjoe]

if its in gear, it will jus power on (lights light up but engine cant start)

[ah_pork]

Am keen on TA200, but few things i'll need help on:

 

- B4 buy & ride on a bike, i'll need to buy+confm my insurance 1st right?

or can i buy a bike liao, den go buy my insurance?

 

- Seen a few Phantom i liked, but newbie here, need fellow exp TA200 riders to help me test run e bike le. any1 can help?

 

Camping for advice ... TIA

[BlackDawn]

Am keen on TA200, but few things i'll need help on:

 

- B4 buy & ride on a bike, i'll need to buy+confm my insurance 1st right?

or can i buy a bike liao, den go buy my insurance?

 

- Seen a few Phantom i liked, but newbie here, need fellow exp TA200 riders to help me test run e bike le. any1 can help?

 

Camping for advice ... TIA

You need to have insurance before you can transfer a bike to your name, unless it is laid up.

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

Hi Ah Pork - I'm not sure if a lot of local shops allow you to test-run their machines but the experienced riders here can give you tips on how to select a good stallion. Just bring along a seasoned friend, if you have one.

[adamchiew]

Hi guys I need your guys expertise view on this.

Is it worth to change my current old ta200 to a 1 years old fire edition ta200. My bike shop just got a reposses fire edition ta200. He is selling me at 5500 on the road. Where he told me he will take in my 8 yrs old phathom at 1300. I'm very tempting to change it but do you guys feel it's worth it? Thanks

[Pandoras Kitten 3]

In my opinion it would depend on the condition of your current bike. You don't see a lot of PKs shopping for newer Phantoms because they've customised and tuned their rides to their liking and they will last a very long time indeed.

 

So unless I have a hopelessly problematic machine I would not trade in for a newer bike of the same model. For that kind of money I'd rather shop for a newer and more hi-tech motorcycle or better yet get a 2A cruiser.

[jtzx]

Save tat cash for your next bike better. Older phantom look nicer thou.

[Zhi Ming]

Take in your 8years old phantom for $1300 is reasonable. Assuming yours is stock bike la... a 1year old Fire Edition for 5.5K is not that good offer though... end up you still gotta top up 4.2K

 

You ask him to lower to 3.6K top-up for the Fire Ed lor, provided its previous user did not trash it, then its worth it. Since its 1 year old bike , dont need go inspection for 2 years = save $36 and a few hours also ! but insurance might increase abit due to newer bike...

 

Personally , i will just keep the old phantom if it works fine...

[Forestfly]

I think you have already made up your mind thou by looking at this sentence "I'm very tempted to change it"