Varadero 125

[LTC]

Originally posted by pingster@Oct 23 2004, 02:09 PM

how much does it costs?

Mod and installation at $80/-.

The quote I got.

[Varas]

THe vara 125 speedo is 1 of the most accurate around. I tried pacing my fren's 125. My speedo shows 110 km/h and his too. Guess 2 cant be wrong hehehe

Anyway V1K don't takes its speed front the wheel but the crankcase.

[DaNiYaL]

Originally posted by dakar@Oct 23 2004, 02:42 PM

1) ** 3 DECEMBER -------- 5 DECEMBER

 

i also preferred that day mentioned aboved..as its the beginning of the December month..the weather should not be that bad compared to the days approaching Christmas...snowing huh....

 

Maybe we can have the discussion during the collection of the Crashbar or we can have the discussion after 14 november.....

 

Regarding the speedo accuracy...i tested my bike before at 2nd link...with Super4, TZM, KIPS, KTM400exe...guess what

 

Super4      ----100km/h

Vara125--------105km/h

TZM-------------120km/h

KipS-------------120km/h

KTM400---------120km/h (throttle finish..my friend uses bigger sprockets for offroad )

 

When i travel with my friends few months ago...Super4 and Phantom200

 

Super4---------100km/h

Vara125-------105km/h

Phantom-------120km/h

 

and the phantom rider says that his bike is shaking..emmmm(no offence to all the phantom riders huh..)

 

to get the speedo reading it has something to do with the wheel diameter..engine revolution(rpm)..(if i 'm not wrong lah..learn some yrs ago in SBS..)

 

Tijan..regarding the WET weather u mentioning...eemmmm Visual is rite..we will stop at the REST AREA if the RAIN is VERY HEAVY..(as a measure of SAFETY)..if any one have WET BOOTS...(slip on type sold at most bike accessories shop) u are advised to bring it...

 

But guys...in this trip..there is no HURRY to reach our destination..we take it slow and easy...we are not RACING BIKEs....we are all cruiser...normally most guys like Super4..will reach about 4hrs or even less depends on the riders speed and his fitness also....if we can make it around 5-6hrs..with stopover for makan & toilet break...i think it should'nt be any problem...

 

We discuss all this Break Time and the Speed.....when we have the meeting ya..

If we can get some advise from Varastromer also good lah..he've been there B4

 

dANIYAL...do you have some suggestion on the ACCOMODATION and SECURITY (for us and the bike)..

 

2nd link----KL------420km...(approx)

 

 

(WHAT EVER YOU DO.....SAFETY FIRST)

3-5 December is fine with me...coz from 6 dec onwards i haf to go back camp and do my clearance..

 

I agree with Dakar..for the KL trip, we are in no hurry to reach KL..the main thing here is to ride safely, reach KL safely and come back to S'PORE safely..

 

About the hotel reservations and our bike security..i will try to get it done by next Fri..do remind me about my dead line..i try to get more infomation on the hotels rates, vacancy, bike parking, locations, etc...

 

BTW, juz now..i went to this scrambler shop along joo chiat road with niti and al simmons..we found this disc lock with alarm system..cost around $75..interesting..i mean to me..i find it interesting..juz wanna share with u guyz..

 

 

[visual]

Originally posted by DaNiYaL@Oct 23 2004, 04:16 PM

disc lock with alarm system..cost around $75..interesting..

u mean on the disc lock has an alarm system to detect movement of the bike and tampering with the disc lock?

 

about disc lock.. well i had bad encouter wiht a lock i got from LABS... on the 2nd day that i used it.. when on my way home... i was UNABLE TO unlock the disc lock!!!. the keys are Quite lousy... it just JAMMED>. key was in .. but cannot turn..

so now i stuck... HOW to go home.. a friend suggested.. that i go and buy a small saw... ( so i did.. with spare blades) thinking that.. it migh take a long time to saw.. so i sawed.. im pretty sure might take me 10 minutes to saw it..

but guess what..

less then 1 min.. the lock part was SAWED OFF!!

guess maybe its a damm lousy disc lock..

after dat.. i got bad vibes with disc lock..

 

 

and disc lock,. problem is.. u will always forget to unlock.. and when u reverse the bike really fast.. the disc lock.. with hit.. ur fork.. really hard... might damage it.. if happens to many time..

heard stories of powerful sports bike.. whos disc brakes gets messed up.. bec forget to unlock disc lock..

but i do not know.. abotu this ..

 

alarm-disc lock.. do explain..

 

again... im sharing experiences.. only....

[private_asylum]

Originally posted by simone@Oct 23 2004, 01:05 PM

It was nice seeing you guys at east coast.

desmond was dam funny man n it was nice to see newsuit there.

 

can't belive how long we were stuck there man from 7 till 12 5 hours. ahahah

when i got home i was so drenched man. even me undies was so wet

 

Daystar that sand truck really washed up alot of water on its back tyres man.

To All,

Its a great first nite outing with you guys.

Will join you guys again for sure.

Simon's right, desmond is funny man and a great company.

hope next time the weather is on our side huh.

 

C ya.

[pingster]

Originally posted by LTC@Oct 23 2004, 03:27 PM

Mod and installation at $80/-.

The quote I got.

interested in the k&n filter but have to wait til next mth

now really broke liao, i was thinking of doing my clutch too..

[Pro Dero]

1. fyi visual i oredi hv box, custom leather boots, rain jackets, nankai glove prepared for adventure any time....hehe! and speaking of experience u will still get wet unless ya drive a car ah!

 

2. btw for those who dunno if ya trail wing or tourance got inner wall cracks better change ya tire man its god damn slippery from personal experience...ought to try pirelli sports demon tires grips wet surface like bees to honey...check out the web site for details

 

3.to daniyal, niti, huzaini nice 2 see ya guys 2day at boon siew, ghc yishun den ah boy kindda fun....cheers mate cya on tue...

[Guest simone]

Trip to KL

 

(1) ** 3 DECEMBER -------- 5 DECEMBER

 

(2) ** 10 DECEMBER------- 12 DECEMBER

 

(3) ** 17 DECEMBER -------19 DECEMBER

 

(4) ** 24 DECEMBER -------26 DECEMBER (CHRISTMAS)

 

(5) ** 31DECEMBER---------02 JAN 2005

 

 

Allright guys we need to confirm the lists of people that are interested in going the KL trip.

 

1) SIMON -- (1)

 

 

 

Add your name pls

 

We need to discuss the following for the next meet up

1) Itenery (Meet up time-> ETD -> ETA)

2) Route Taking (stop points, rest points)

2) Gears to bring and wear

3) Servicing of Bikes

4) Hotel Reservations

5) Entire Budget

.....

[DaNiYaL]

(1) ** 3 DECEMBER -------- 5 DECEMBER

 

(2) ** 10 DECEMBER------- 12 DECEMBER

 

(3) ** 17 DECEMBER -------19 DECEMBER

 

(4) ** 24 DECEMBER -------26 DECEMBER (CHRISTMAS)

 

(5) ** 31DECEMBER---------02 JAN 2005

 

 

Allright guys we need to confirm the lists of people that are interested in going the KL trip.

 

1) SIMON -- (1)

2) DaNiYaL & partner -- (1)

 

 

 

Add your name pls

 

We need to discuss the following for the next meet up

1) Itenery (Meet up time-> ETD -> ETA)

2) Route Taking (stop points, rest points)

2) Gears to bring and wear

3) Servicing of Bikes

4) Hotel Reservations

5) Entire Budget

.....

[dakar]

(1) ** 3 DECEMBER -------- 5 DECEMBER

 

(2) ** 10 DECEMBER------- 12 DECEMBER

 

(3) ** 17 DECEMBER -------19 DECEMBER

 

(4) ** 24 DECEMBER -------26 DECEMBER (CHRISTMAS)

 

(5) ** 31DECEMBER---------02 JAN 2005

 

 

Allright guys we need to confirm the lists of people that are interested in going the KL trip.

 

1) SIMON -- (1)

2) DaNiYaL & partner -- (1)

3) DaKaR & partner---(1)

 

 

 

Add your name pls

 

We need to discuss the following for the next meet up

1) Itenery (Meet up time-> ETD -> ETA)

2) Route Taking (stop points, rest points)

2) Gears to bring and wear

3) Servicing of Bikes

4) Hotel Reservations

5) Entire Budget

.....

[unknown]

Originally posted by visual@Oct 16 2004, 06:35 PM

the real issue is.. can this meter be easily installed to replace the current one?

if it can then.... quite cool lah.. but then .. how about... milage? and trip and total distance travelled meter? does it have all that?

Hmm, for the installation of the speedometer, I think is very possible, just need to get the correct brackets and screws, and though i never asked the guy to do a demo on the meter, I believe in that meter it has the necessary gauges as i can see a few smaller LCD screen in it, pretty though.

[LTC]

Originally posted by pingster@Oct 23 2004, 09:57 PM

interested in the k&n filter but have to wait til next mth

now really broke liao, i was thinking of doing my clutch too..

I'm doing the list for those interested to go in December.

[unknown]

KL TRIP

 

But too bad, for me, I can't really apply leave during the December holidays, so have to watch you guys go ahead

 

But nevertheless, before you guys go for the trip, I suggest you guys can get the "worm tyre patcher" from mustafa, and either a air canister or a heavy duty air pump, with that, no one needs to be afraid of puncture tyre!!! :cheer:

[LTC]

Originally posted by visual@Oct 23 2004, 07:45 PM

u mean on the disc lock has an alarm system to detect movement of the bike and tampering with the disc lock?

 

about disc lock.. well i had bad encouter wiht a lock i got from LABS... on the 2nd day that i used it.. when on my way home... i was UNABLE TO unlock the disc lock!!!. the keys are Quite lousy... it just JAMMED>. key was in .. but cannot turn..

so now i stuck... HOW to go home.. a friend suggested.. that i go and buy a small saw... ( so i did.. with spare blades) thinking that.. it migh take a long time to saw.. so i sawed.. im pretty sure might take me 10 minutes to saw it..

but guess what..

less then 1 min.. the lock part was SAWED OFF!!

guess maybe its a damm lousy disc lock..

after dat.. i got bad vibes with disc lock..

 

 

and disc lock,. problem is.. u will always forget to unlock.. and when u reverse the bike really fast.. the disc lock.. with hit.. ur fork.. really hard... might damage it.. if happens to many time..

heard stories of powerful sports bike.. whos disc brakes gets messed up.. bec forget to unlock disc lock..

but i do not know.. abotu this ..

 

alarm-disc lock.. do explain..

 

again... im sharing experiences.. only....

There are high end disc locks. They are made of hardened steel compounds or even alloy... Those with alarms detects vibration and it will trigger off when the vibration is over it's threshold.

 

The one that u got from Ah Boy is most likely some low end imitation. That's why it so easy to cut.

[visual]

RIDE to KL Trip (3 Days)

::Allright guys we need to confirm the lists of people that are interested in going the KL trip.

 

::Select the date that you prefer::

(1) ** 3 DECEMBER -------- 5 DECEMBER

(2) ** 10 DECEMBER------- 12 DECEMBER

(3) ** 17 DECEMBER -------19 DECEMBER

(4) ** 24 DECEMBER -------26 DECEMBER (CHRISTMAS)

(5) ** 31DECEMBER---------02 JAN 2005

 

 

1) SIMON -- (1)

2) DaNiYaL & partner -- (1)

3) DaKaR & partner---(1)

4) Visual -- (1)

[pingster]

Originally posted by LTC@Oct 24 2004, 11:52 AM

I'm doing the list for those interested to go in December.

count me in

[pingster]

it been 1 mth since i took over fr vara84.

all i can said this bike really comfortable and 'eye-catching'

there isnt much problems since i had already change the sprokets, brakes, chain and tyres.

things i planned to change few mths fr now are clutch and air filter.

some other things wld like to try:

- fog light

- change head like to white 1 but dun think have

- change speedo backlight to white also

actually i have 1 worry........

is the speedo...

but until now, its still works fine, especially after few days of rains. hopefully it will remain as it is

wld really like to take out simone speedo, wanna try to 'fix' it.

if it works, den there nothing wrong wif our speedo, juz some connections loose but if not, den i dunno liao

as for the KL trip, cant really plan 2 mths ahead.....

juz some personal feeling of my Vara, our Vara

[LTC]

Interested Parties For Mod K&N Air Filter:

 

1) LTC

 

 

For those who intends to service their bike before the KL trip might consider it together with the Air Filter Mod.

 

SanFu- $80/-

[private_asylum]

Originally posted by LTC@Oct 24 2004, 03:32 PM

Interested Parties For Mod K&N Air Filter:

 

1) LTC

 

 

For those who intends to service their bike before the KL trip might consider it together with the Air Filter Mod.

 

SanFu- $80/-

LTC,

Think i need to tune my carb and the twins.

Can i do it at sanfu???

When u gg over??

[LTC]

Originally posted by newtsuit@Oct 24 2004, 11:28 PM

LTC,

Think i need to tune my carb and the twins.

Can i do it at sanfu???

When u gg over??

I'm only going earliest 13th of December. MOD K&N Air Filter, change Engine Oil and oil filter.

 

SanFu got wash carbs also. After washing they will tune for u.

[LTC]

I need to paint my windshield. Anyone got any recommendations for paint brand.

Was thinking of Nippon weatherbond cos of it's abilities to withstand the elements but not sure whether they have matt black or not?

[Al-Simmons]

Firstly, to Niti and Pro Dero, nice meeting you guys. Like to meet the rest of vara riders. If will be nice for us to ride in convoy. It will certainly catch people's attention.

 

I've installed handguards (the full one that goes around the grip) to my bike. Cost $100 and i still can handlelock my bike. Don't know if anyone knows anyplace that can get cheaper. Will post the pics once i got them.

 

About the KL trip, i might be joining as it seems quite interesting. But need to confirm the date earlier as i need to take leave in advance as it is the december period. Anyway if it's over the weekends than it shouldn't be much problems. Furthermore, need to save up $$$ and get my bike ready for the adventure, servicing and all. We really need good planning for this.

 

Tomorrow's Meet up - Will not be able to join u guys. However, i have pass the money to daniyal for the shirt and decal.

[daystar_70]

Originally posted by visual@Oct 22 2004, 08:16 PM

guys i found an interesting post.. this topic has long been in my head...

 

sppedometer

 

the question is.. how accurate is vara125 speedometer??>..

 

hope one day can try with a car.. and test if my 90 is same as a car 90km/h

 

cos in the post.. the fazer is at 90 but phantom shows 110km/h

 

phantoms rider says their max is 130km/h

 

but if their 110 = 90

then the 130 = 110++

 

means same as vara125... (provided that vara125) speedometer is accurate..

 

i have a feeling that vara125 speedo is accurate... as

 

parts for vara125.. is not cheap...

 

anyways...

how to confirm this... huh..

last time vara84... had a digital speedo imstalled on his bike.. and that prooved to be accurate to the bike top speed..

 

hmmmmm.....

visual,

 

tested our varadero with Hyundai Matrix. It aligned to the car speedometer, plus minus less than 5km/hr.

 

I also, tried with Lancer, Civic, Accord and many others along AYE (Ayer Rajah Stretch) near the speed camera tailing the car at the outer lane.....Hahahaha, my speedo also halted 90km/hr at most time..... :bounce:

 

So I believe our speedo are quite accurate...... :thumb:

[daystar_70]

Originally posted by simone@Oct 23 2004, 01:05 PM

It was nice seeing you guys at east coast.

desmond was dam funny man n it was nice to see newsuit there.

 

can't belive how long we were stuck there man from 7 till 12 5 hours. ahahah

when i got home i was so drenched man. even me undies was so wet

 

Daystar that sand truck really washed up alot of water on its back tyres man.

simone,

 

u are right, tot the rain will "die" off on the way home, but it only got heavier....

 

but it was an interesting night, our experiences, likely modifications, cheapest offers are all shared among one another.....

 

and more are present, the next round hope to see Dakar & visual as well....

 

 

Cheers

[daystar_70]

Interested Parties For Mod K&N Air Filter:

 

1) LTC

2) Daystar

 

 

For those who intends to service their bike before the KL trip might consider it together with the Air Filter Mod.

 

SanFu- $80/-

 

 

However, can do earlier better so can cho cho for the KL trip.....just suggesting