SBF X8ers Cafe 2009 / 2010

[lycan]

hey people.. i am trying to decide between a s4 spec 3/revo and x8 400cc.

 

can briefly tell me whats the maintenance like for x8 400cc?

 

I only know that timing belt and EO have to change at a fixed mileage. Is there a need to wash carb?

 

What are the other things that required?

 

Is the parts for a x8 expensive?

 

As i am quite big in size, i am worried about the supsension which seems quite fragile.

 

How much will a pair of shock cost?

 

Whats the max speed a x8 can cruise comfortably?

 

Thanks

[firestorm_33]

hey people.. i am trying to decide between a s4 spec 3/revo and x8 400cc.

 

can briefly tell me whats the maintenance like for x8 400cc?

 

I only know that timing belt and EO have to change at a fixed mileage. Is there a need to wash carb?

 

What are the other things that required?

 

Is the parts for a x8 expensive?

 

As i am quite big in size, i am worried about the supsension which seems quite fragile.

 

How much will a pair of shock cost?

 

Whats the max speed a x8 can cruise comfortably?

 

Thanks

 

bro, imo..... both are of different league....

 

if u prefer comfort and compartment, go for x8 400 but if u want speed, go for S4.

 

Euro parts are normally more ex. than asian parts.... shocks wise u can source for after markets one..... if i not wrong x8 400 should be able to cruise easily at 120-130km/h comfortablely.....

 

the rest of the maintenance is not much diff from the normal piaggio auto gear scooters..... belt,ushoe,rollers,EO, coolant,oil filter etc etc..... but if i not wrong, the tyres should be cheaper than S4 ones..... EO and spark plug think also lesser than S4 ones.... the rest not too sure....

[lycan]

Hey,

 

thanks for replying..

 

I just gotten my 2A and i ridden a rs125 and currently riding a phantom..

 

other than the cb400 at bbdc.. i have not ridden anything else like scooter..

 

how many spark plug does x8 requires? and how many litre of EO?

 

thanks..

 

i wanna choose properly if not i will regret..

[firestorm_33]

Hey,

 

thanks for replying..

 

I just gotten my 2A and i ridden a rs125 and currently riding a phantom..

 

other than the cb400 at bbdc.. i have not ridden anything else like scooter..

 

how many spark plug does x8 requires? and how many litre of EO?

 

thanks..

 

i wanna choose properly if not i will regret..

 

below is the spec of X8 400 and the website.... hope it will be helpful to u.

 

Engine

Single-cylinder, 4 stroke, 4 valve MASTER with electronic injection; catalysed

Displacement

399 cc

Emission

Euro 3

Cooling system

Liquid

Ignition

Electronic Start

Brakes

Front: Two stainless steel disks, 240 mm, floating caliper with two pistons Rear: Stainless steel disk, 240 mm, caliper with opposed pistons

Wheels

Front: Die-cast aluminium alloy, 14" x 3.50 Tubeless 120/70-14โ€� Rear: Die-cast aluminium alloy, 14" x 4.50 Tubeless 140/70-14

Fuel Tank capacity

12 litres (includes 1.8 litres reserve)

Gear

'Twist and go' with continuously variable transmission (CVT) and torque server

Description

Quick and snappy, the Piaggio X8 400 ie is the only compact scooter to offer ample space for rider and pillion, optimal aerodynamic protection and super-scooter load capacit

 

http://www.asia.piaggio.com/piaggio/en/models.php?hScooterTypeId=136

[firestorm_33]

feel free to contact Brembo too... he would be able to let u know more on the X8...

[roytanlk]

hi, I own a X8 200 and have a rear box. Would like to ask any bro here to explain how to open the rear storage lid even with the top case mounted. I tried turning a knob but the knob just came out after awhile and I still can't lift the rack upwards. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[UncleMel]

Hi all X8 Bros, just got one about 1 week back form motortiam. Same problem with roytanlk, cant turn the knob for the rack, any special method?

[UncleMel]

Hi firestorm_33, saw your bike in Wonderful motor on 28th april afternoon when my X8 have a major servicing by botak. really fantastic motification you done on your bike.

[UncleMel]

My front tyre doesnt looks round at certain portion, looks like the wire inside tears apart, anyone can advice will it affect the safety during wet and dry riding. Tread still looks good.

[firestorm_33]

hi, I own a X8 200 and have a rear box. Would like to ask any bro here to explain how to open the rear storage lid even with the top case mounted. I tried turning a knob but the knob just came out after awhile and I still can't lift the rack upwards. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

 

Hi all X8 Bros, just got one about 1 week back form motortiam. Same problem with roytanlk, cant turn the knob for the rack, any special method?

 

Can arrange a meet up and i show you guys exactly how it should be done without spoliting the knob.... call me....

 

Hi firestorm_33, saw your bike in Wonderful motor on 28th april afternoon when my X8 have a major servicing by botak. really fantastic motification you done on your bike.

 

oh.... are you the number plate 960??? Thanks for the compliments...

 

My front tyre doesnt looks round at certain portion, looks like the wire inside tears apart, anyone can advice will it affect the safety during wet and dry riding. Tread still looks good.

 

Must take a look 1st.... if it's bumps.... then i would advise u to change as we are approaching wet season very soon... or u can ask Botak abt it....he will be able to advise u change or not......

[roytanlk]

Agree to have the tyres checked for safety.

Hi firestorm, I'm the 960 guy. Maybe we can meet up together? Will sms u to arrange. =)

[edazz]

2. vibrration is mainly cause by the clutch from wat you had mention

 

 

gotta question my x9 keep spewin its coolant...& when da bike get hot

 

ther a vibration...& the green coolant look brownish...pls help frennnn

[UncleMel]

Hi firestorm, thanks for your info, mine is red x8, yes may b can sms u with roytanlk to discuss further.

[firestorm_33]

Agree to have the tyres checked for safety.

Hi firestorm, I'm the 960 guy. Maybe we can meet up together? Will sms u to arrange. =)

 

ohhh.... you are the 960... hahaha... okie... anytime....still got your number....

 

gotta question my x9 keep spewin its coolant...& when da bike get hot

 

ther a vibration...& the green coolant look brownish...pls help frennnn

 

think that's rust my friend..... anyway need more details to give better analysis....

 

Hi firestorm, thanks for your info, mine is red x8, yes may b can sms u with roytanlk to discuss further.

 

ohhh.... okie okie.... call me anytime... no prob....

[edazz]

ohhh.... you are the 960... hahaha... okie... anytime....still got your number....

 

 

 

think that's rust my friend..... anyway need more details to give better analysis....

 

 

 

ohhh.... okie okie.... call me anytime... no prob....

 

well when i ride a bit long distance ther a loud vibration at the coolant area feel very hot it remain like tat even aft i off my engine & it stop few min later...my frens said tat ma fan not werkin....if da coolant got rust wat should i do...thxxx so much.fren.......

[firestorm_33]

well when i ride a bit long distance ther a loud vibration at the coolant area feel very hot it remain like tat even aft i off my engine & it stop few min later...my frens said tat ma fan not werkin....if da coolant got rust wat should i do...thxxx so much.fren.......

 

loud vibration in what sense???..... something turning in moderate speed from the bottom front???..... that means your fan is on....cooling down the radiator...

 

got rust... u got to flush the coolant system....till it's clean then pour new coolant in....

[edazz]

loud vibration in what sense???..... something turning in moderate speed from the bottom front???..... that means your fan is on....cooling down the radiator...

 

got rust... u got to flush the coolant system....till it's clean then pour new coolant in....

 

 

da vibration happen even when im riding....to stop it from vibratin i hve to turn off ma ignition..let ma moto cool then it stops....

 

da vibration concentrate more underneath ma handle bar area & da coolant area

im really lost..............i will diy & flush the rust from da coolant...thx 4da advise FIRESTORM u been very helpful

[Lion]

My belt makes funny noises like it can't "connect" and move, especially when carrying load and moving off. What gives? Any idea? And the best thing is, it happens on and off without warning.

[Sesshou]

My belt makes funny noises like it can't "connect" and move, especially when carrying load and moving off. What gives? Any idea? And the best thing is, it happens on and off without warning.

 

 

you got alot of bike........ still going to pg track?

[Lion]

you got alot of bike........ still going to pg track?

 

still going! In fact, I'll be going in with my track kakis tmr morning.

 

And no, I don't have alot of bike lah. 2 at the most at the same time. Too many = lesser money and more nagging from the missus.

[firestorm_33]

My belt makes funny noises like it can't "connect" and move, especially when carrying load and moving off. What gives? Any idea? And the best thing is, it happens on and off without warning.

 

is it becos your belt "doesn't" fit??.... u using after market one??.... how long already??? or from begining is like that??

 

da vibration happen even when im riding....to stop it from vibratin i hve to turn off ma ignition..let ma moto cool then it stops....

 

da vibration concentrate more underneath ma handle bar area & da coolant area

im really lost..............i will diy & flush the rust from da coolant...thx 4da advise FIRESTORM u been very helpful

 

Call me i teach u....

you got alot of bike........ still going to pg track?

 

That's a very nice modded Burgmen/Skywave.. on your signature:angel:

[Lion]

is it becos your belt "doesn't" fit??.... u using after market one??.... how long already??? or from begining is like that??

 

I don't think its aftermarket one. Using stock belt and rollers from Future Scootering at Kallang when I did my 15k service there.

 

After the servicing, initially there wasn't any sort of "grinding" sound but after 2 or 3k later, the "grinding" sound started on & off irregularly.

 

But only when I start to realise if I were to pillion someone or to move off really slow, chances of the "grinding" sound appearing will increase.

 

A point to note, before I reach my 15k benchmark for servicing the belt and rollers, the "grinding" sound started beforehand and I thought it was due to the worn belt which wouldn't grip well enough to drive the scoot off.

[firestorm_33]

roytanlk,UncleMel, i will be at botak place on monday after 530pm... if want can meet me there....i can teach u the correct technique....

 

Lion, replied u through PM...

 

edazz, remember to call me easier to talk over phone than typing..... 92745438

[edazz]

roytanlk,UncleMel, i will be at botak place on monday after 530pm... if want can meet me there....i can teach u the correct technique....

 

Lion, replied u through PM...

 

edazz, remember to call me easier to talk over phone than typing..... 92745438

 

 

thankssss bro nice talkin just now!!!! u r very very helpful!!!!.....:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb:

[shekari]

hi all.

desperately need help. My x8 has died on me for the umpteenth time dis morning. Just when i abt to move off it died. Tried to restart but could not. Batt ok. Just came back from shop 2days ago. Now same thing happen. any advice?