[Discussion] Super Four General Enquiry Thread

[azman ibrahim]

The shop beside Ahboy does it for $60+. Atleast that is what they told me the last time i asked. This is for HISS system..

 

thanks u so much bro!

[azman ibrahim]

Ah CHong there.. i quoted me 55 onli....

 

ah chong from planet right?

[ticks]

Bros and siss,

 

I'm contemplating between S4 and GSR400. I don't mean to downplay the S4 as i quite like it; but as i read thru this forum i find quite alot of problems with the bike as compared to GSR400 eh? is it because these problems are all occuring on the older models( spec1,2) ?

 

Advice appreciated.

[BigPumpkin]

Bros and siss,

 

I'm contemplating between S4 and GSR400. I don't mean to downplay the S4 as i quite like it; but as i read thru this forum i find quite alot of problems with the bike as compared to GSR400 eh? is it because these problems are all occuring on the older models( spec1,2) ?

 

Advice appreciated.

 

IMO all bikes will have problems if you don't take good care of it. And (almost) all electronics and mechanical devices will fail after a long period of usage. CB400 have its own forum so naturally you will find a lot people looking for help here compared to GSR400 which at best only have one thread. Also S4 is the most common 2A bike and a lot of people are riding S4s that are more than 10 years old.

[mild_slevin]

Hi guys, S4 newbie here. Need some help on various issues with my bike. Im currently riding Vtec2 and below are some of the issues i face.

 

1) My Digital Speedometer is not working as in the indicators are all visible but as my fuel is being consumed, it does not change the bars. The time is also wrong. Mech says need to use computer to repair. true? $$$

 

2) I recently change my spark plug to iridium powered denso spark plug as recommended by my mech for better performance. After some time when i throttle, i hear what sounds like a ignition sound, u know when u try to start an electric bike u get the electric sound. it sounds like that. Could it be the new spark plug or is it something else? or is it normal to hear that sound as im imagining too much.

 

Total damage since i got my 2nd hand bike from a so called famous dealer in serangoon rd.

 

1)Lost bike key>no spare key>new cdi = $570

2)Carb tuning&washing>seems one screw was broken inside>mech changed all 4x$10=$40>somehow=$200

 

I think overall, i have been makan big time since im a newbie. I hope the S4 family here can guide me into better managing my problems and pointing me to the correct source so that i dun waste money unnecessarily again.

 

Sorry for the long msg, didn't wanna open too many thread. Thanks guys.. Pls help...

 

for (1), you can check if the feedback from the fuel level is working... cos the circuit on the speedo might still work. (*after all its just a display, feedback sensor must work)

[heskeydal]

IMO all bikes will have problems if you don't take good care of it. And (almost) all electronics and mechanical devices will fail after a long period of usage. CB400 have its own forum so naturally you will find a lot people looking for help here compared to GSR400 which at best only have one thread. Also S4 is the most common 2A bike and a lot of people are riding S4s that are more than 10 years old.

 

 

AGREE!!! currently in our list i tink most are riding a bike which is 5 year and above.. or even some 10 yr already... definitely will have some problems.... either maintences of previous owner got problem or wear and tear issue ..... but generally i tink HONDA will have a better price for what they have... my tots onli.. no offend..

[World Misanthropy]

Super Four all the way!!!

[Izammo]

hi guys, any of you know if the fuel hose can replace by DIY? cos i see the tubing is connected to the center of the 4 carbs, which may create abit of problem.

[ticks]

none taken..I know of those who really support Honda all the way but to me as long as it isn't malaysian or china made they should be quite alright esp the japanese. But what would u think of the gsr400 then? Just want to get more opinions..

[heskeydal]

none taken..I know of those who really support Honda all the way but to me as long as it isn't malaysian or china made they should be quite alright esp the japanese. But what would u think of the gsr400 then? Just want to get more opinions..

 

yeah!!! japanese best~!! WOOHhOOOO.....

[plasticprison]

if you compare the GSR with older super 4, its more of a case of FI vs Carb.

 

on a side note, GSR uses Class 2 tyre sizes as compared to Super 4 with a 160 rear.

[World Misanthropy]

Yeah and I believe gsr has minimum accessories or mods in the market.

[Rider Saje]

Buy an S4 and you can never go wrong.. Plus, we have a lot of S4 groups here for you to seek advice from and join for outings. Come on, bro. Make a wise choice.

[plasticprison]

Although super 4, engines are of good quality, be prepared to replace some wear and tear parts when you get your bike.

 

Prepare yourself first I'm case you think that super 4 are problematic bikes.

[World Misanthropy]

Yeah true........

[ticks]

Although super 4, engines are of good quality, be prepared to replace some wear and tear parts when you get your bike.

 

Prepare yourself first I'm case you think that super 4 are problematic bikes.

 

yea I'm thinking of getting an S4 that the dealer has which i think is from bbdc ones..going to use for one year then sell get class 2..good idea?

[plasticprison]

if i remember correctly. the older super 4 from bbdc got no vtec

[jokerdefar]

yea I'm thinking of getting an S4 that the dealer has which i think is from bbdc ones..going to use for one year then sell get class 2..good idea?

 

actually i find it no point if u intend use 1 year then change unless u got extra cash and money is not a prob. i would either just wait or get a cheaper 2A

[yykk5166]

Hi guys, I just changed my battery today, the shop ask me to change the magneto coil, due to the new battery voltage

Should I proceed to the coil change? Any advice? tks.

Edited July 30, 2011 by yykk5166

[World Misanthropy]

Never heard such a thing. Lol...

[LEO77]

for wat and u just changed your battery today,

[Ah Pek]

Hi guys, I just changed my battery today, the shop ask me to change the magneto coil, due to the new battery voltage

Should I proceed to the coil change? Any advice? tks.

 

Not NECESSARY the coil problem...COULD just be the rectifier or the rectifier connector (tends to burn out due to high current). Have the rectifier change first and check for charging voltage first..read 13.5-14.2v boleh liao. Most bike shop take advantage of such situation..and btw, ur old battery could have been ok..just recharge.

[ticks]

actually i find it no point if u intend use 1 year then change unless u got extra cash and money is not a prob. i would either just wait or get a cheaper 2A

 

Oh went to the shop today and turned out the bikes were a complete crap! Left under the sun and rain and everything rusty, severe crash marks and oil leaks everywhere! Didn't to expect that. They were not from BBDC btw.

[yykk5166]

I change battery b'coz when the igniter start, the meter self test one more time, therefore the bike shop ask to replace the battery.

[LEO77]

your bike meter self test one more time, the bike shop ask to replace the battery.

Did u wait for self test stop than u igniter start your bike..