SBF Silverwings Cafe 2008 - JDM/Euro 400/600

[Sensible]

how do you tell it 06 or 07 model??

anyway where do you stay??

next time can ask you drink coffee..

anyway my side got 3winger!! always stick together team!!

aahaha

 

That is a very good question: i saw one of the mech at one of the workshop which i patronise walked to the left hand side of the SW to glance at near below the seat... He confirmed that i got the '06 model.

I forgot to ask him how did he differentiate..

 

I stay near Bedok Reservoir.

U?

Let's go for kopi!

[william_liu]

Usually there's some code in the chassis number that helps identify the model/year of that bike.

[bigcow]

Boon Siew only provide free labour is it? The oil and oil filter u have to pay how much? Wonder what oil they use...

 

Got other things they can service for u besides those 2 above?

 

if i dun remember wrongly, they only use Castrol oils.

[Kris Rider]

Boon Siew only provide free labour is it? The oil and oil filter u have to pay how much? Wonder what oil they use...

 

Got other things they can service for u besides those 2 above?

 

Actually You can buy & bring your own EO and tell them to use it ! They have the oil filter and required tools so they would normally just charge you a small labour charge if after the stated first 3 free services.

 

If your mileage is more than 10K they would normally ask if you want to change spark plugs / air filter !

 

You can also give them instructions to do or not to do whatever. I always tell them dont touch the carburation / injection or electric wiring unless i am actually overseeing their work. It is the customers privilage to do so !!!

 

At another Brand name workshop a so called overseas trained mechanic tried to re-tune my fuel injection system on another expensive bike, despite my telling him not to do so and in doing so almost totally ruined that bike - ended up i got a solicitor send them a notice for damages etc - they eventually paid up when i threatened to make it public. Needless to say i dont go that workshop anymore.

[Sensible]

Bros,

 

When's the meet-up?

 

[patriots]

I have a friend of my who own a car has his EFI re-program in one the car garage so that his car can run more fuel efficiently.

 

I am also aware that the SW JDM and SW Euro EFI are map differently.

 

Is it possible to say SW JDM is to have the EFI re-program using the SW Euro EFI map?

 

Cos we do see a difference between the 2 model in terms of fuel consumption and power. Not sure by doing so, JDM can perform better?

 

Feel free to discuss

[hilfiger]

The reviews on the IRC tires u have always heard from are not those made in Japan 1s right? Wat i've learn from a few SW riders is tat the stock IRC is made in Japan. Works very well on wet and dry.

 

The ones I saw at Future Scootering last Saturday did say 'Made in Japan' on the sidewalls.

 

In other threads in this forum, many complain quite vehemently abt IRC tyres on their bikes, talking abt the skids they had and so on... Does it mean their IRCs are not made in Japan?

[h_LoNg]

In other threads in this forum, many complain quite vehemently abt IRC tyres on their bikes, talking abt the skids they had and so on... Does it mean their IRCs are not made in Japan?

 

I tink so...

 

People who complain about IRC tires most likely using those that are made in thailand. This is my guess.

[oozzzzzz]

yep, they uses castrol... after the stated first 3 free services, they will charge labour fees, & on top of that, if u bring your own engine oil, they will also charge u a small fee on each bottle of engine oil u brought ( cant remember how much )

[intoxicajun]

Dudes,

 

I am American, but I live in Thailand. I bought a used HSW600 and I am dying to jack it up, and tweak it out. Can anyone tell me if there is a company that does this in S'pore or Asia? Like Pimp my ride, only no crome.

I apologize for the location of this post. I am new to the forum chat stuff, and would appreciate any advice from anyone.

 

Big Budget. Want Exhaust, modify engine, racing tires, rims, shocks/suspension, and whatever else can go on my bike.

 

Later and thanks

[Sensible]

Hi,

 

Can i check if SW can take in 95 grade petrol?

 

Of course, 98 is still the best.

 

Will our engine be affected by 95?

Anyone uses 95 here?

[CCK]

Till now, I am still using Syn800 or V-power. I like the power as I truely believe higher grade petrol give you more power.

[CCK]

Till now I still don't which date/day is the best that suit everyone.

 

Anyone any suggest?

[spin37]

i've been using 95 almost a year liao..no problem ! cos in the manual stated 92 and above..so 95 can say consider good le lo..but 98 and higher can feel more power in mid-range + pick-up..

once in a while i'll pump v-power..

[CCK]

Checked from TheM(DeaLer)

They said R do not Bring thIS "feElfree" TyRe:cry:

 

Then how come X9 have

Pursade them to bring in and try lah. Ah Ping use on his X9, comment not bad wow. That's why want to try lei.

[Sensible]

i've been using 95 almost a year liao..no problem ! cos in the manual stated 92 and above..so 95 can say consider good le lo..but 98 and higher can feel more power in mid-range + pick-up..

once in a while i'll pump v-power..

 

Patrol price going up like mad sia!!!!! :giddy:

[CCK]

Think this few day better refuel daily or once every two days, if not the price might rise like rocket.

[Kris Rider]

Hi,

 

Can i check if SW can take in 95 grade petrol?

 

Of course, 98 is still the best.

 

Will our engine be affected by 95?

Anyone uses 95 here?

 

The owners manual specifies at least 91 octane rating. 95 is perfect as it also keeps the engine temperature down and evaporation rate is slower - especially if you park long periods in open sunlight. Yes using 98 got better pick up and maybe better Top speed (2 to 5 kmph) but your engine subjected to higher stress due to bigger detonation.

 

Bear in mind that Malaysian petrol all 97 or more and no 92.

 

One other point is that if you can find it use about 5ml REDEX per full tank of fuel. This helps prevent build up of carbon, sludge and corrosion in the fuel tank, injectors and exhaust. The parts mentioned last longer and remain clean even after a few years of use. BUT dont use with 98 or more octane fuel as it clashes with the additives in those.

[Sensible]

The owners manual specifies at least 91 octane rating. 95 is perfect as it also keeps the engine temperature down and evaporation rate is slower - especially if you park long periods in open sunlight. Yes using 98 got better pick up and maybe better Top speed (2 to 5 kmph) but your engine subjected to higher stress due to bigger detonation.

 

Bear in mind that Malaysian petrol all 97 or more and no 92.

 

One other point is that if you can find it use about 5ml REDEX per full tank of fuel. This helps prevent build up of carbon, sludge and corrosion in the fuel tank, injectors and exhaust. The parts mentioned last longer and remain clean even after a few years of use. BUT dont use with 98 or more octane fuel as it clashes with the additives in those.

 

Bro,

 

In other words, our SW use 95 grade petrol is better la..

 

I presume you use 95 too?

[Kris Rider]

Bro,

 

In other words, our SW use 95 grade petrol is better la..

 

I presume you use 95 too?

 

Yes ! i do use 95 for my SW. Unless i have to travel to Malaysia then use 97.

 

TRy also stick to a particular brand as each brand use different additives. Mostly i find ESSO most convenient to wherever i go so that is what i use.

 

On my first SW i even tried using 92 for a while - no problems encountered. When i finally sold it there was more than 150,000 Km done. I understand that SW now in use in Indonesia by the buyer and still going strong. Says much for the JDM SW right ? That one required new rear shocks, exhaust system and complete front shocks overhaul at about 100,000 KM. All done in Malaysia with parts from mail order. I also found that i needed to change brake pads at 15,000 or so. The Drive belt was replaced with OEMs 3 times @ 50,000 km or so each time.

[h_LoNg]

Hi,

 

Can i check if SW can take in 95 grade petrol?

 

Of course, 98 is still the best.

 

Will our engine be affected by 95?

Anyone uses 95 here?

 

I all the while pump 95, my brother i law uses 92. So far no complain from any1 of us...

[HelmetBOX1605198525]

Yes ! i do use 95 for my SW. Unless i have to travel to Malaysia then use 97.

 

TRy also stick to a particular brand as each brand use different additives. Mostly i find ESSO most convenient to wherever i go so that is what i use.

 

On my first SW i even tried using 92 for a while - no problems encountered. When i finally sold it there was more than 150,000 Km done. I understand that SW now in use in Indonesia by the buyer and still going strong. Says much for the JDM SW right ? That one required new rear shocks, exhaust system and complete front shocks overhaul at about 100,000 KM. All done in Malaysia with parts from mail order. I also found that i needed to change brake pads at 15,000 or so. The Drive belt was replaced with OEMs 3 times @ 50,000 km or so each time.

 

for you damm power man respect.

your right the belt till 50 000km?

i thought the belt is suppose to change at 24k?

when you replace the belt at 50 000km hw is the condition of the belt?

still going strong?

or you are those type riding very gentle that why can hit till 50 000km?

[undead]

I all the while pump 95, my brother i law uses 92. So far no complain from any1 of us...

 

Based on manual.... SW can use as low as 91.... Nevertheless I have been using 92 for 2 months so far and no issue with starting or accelerating. As I generally travel 50-60km a day without problems with 92, I intent to stay with this as it helps to lower the overall cost.

 

[Sensible]

Based on manual.... SW can use as low as 91.... Nevertheless I have been using 92 for 2 months so far and no issue with starting or accelerating. As I generally travel 50-60km a day without problems with 92, I intent to stay with this as it helps to lower the overall cost.

 

 

Yeah,

 

I'm intending to change to 95 for the next "pump" onwards!

[Kris Rider]

for you damm power man respect.

your right the belt till 50 000km?

i thought the belt is suppose to change at 24k?

when you replace the belt at 50 000km hw is the condition of the belt?

still going strong?

or you are those type riding very gentle that why can hit till 50 000km?

 

Hah i knew this question was coming - Yes the manual say check (and replace if necessary) at 24K - which i did every 15K or so and when doing so carefully cleaned out the dust / dirt and also the filter. Checked and greased carefully the rest of the components and put the whole lot back carefully. It may also be that i always ride with very steady pick up and no sudden bursts. Then when on the roads i usually maintain steady speeds and use my brakes for slowing down / stopping ! Not using ENGINE BRAKING helps.

 

Its not that i'm Lokek but this was necessary as i travel a lot in malaysia and go all the ulu area for my work and dare not take risks with my WORKHORSE. For enjoyment / touring i had other bikes and since i had a nice garage where i lived i try to do all DIY. It helped also that i had all the tools / workbench and even an air compressor.

 

By the way on tyres i used mostly Bridgestone and sometimes Michelin (bought through agent in malaysia).

 

As for the condition of the belts ..... well they were really stretched and going to fail when i changed !! I used to hear a funny whining sound as i accelerated and when i try to climb the steep hill on my way home each day i notice the revs go up but not the speed. Being prudent i immediatly order the belt and stop using the bike!! I got the belts from a HONDA spares shop in the USA (San Jose), who told me theirs was made in USA for the SW600s. Somehow these belts seem to be better. I think there are several suppliers for HONDA and those we get here are probably from Japan !