Honda Varadero 1K

[yancurly8]

update.bought the complete set of radiator hoses and connectors including radiator cap...planning to change all..and if can change the seal inside the water pump as well...

 

Why didn't you do a coolant flush? You cn change all the hoses, caps et but if its clogged up with rust, high chance that flow is not smooth enough.

 

U mentioned u used water rite? Our fatgerl tends to generate lotsa heat so using water alone is highly unrecommendable. Either use coolant mixture or aftermarket cooling agents like Engine Ice or water-wetter. Dis might solve your aching worries.

 

The aftermarket hoses I mentioned for our fatgerl cn be found at HKL. I didn't change full set of hoses sometime back. Simply replace the 'broken & cracked' ones. No more worries till date..

[nebulaz]

no bro.. i did nt used water.. its coolant.. i wana a piece of mind n just changed all one shot.. will need to drain da coolant so naturally a flush as well... cheers

[fatboypin]

join us for a short ride if u can ...... Yes will be going by NSHW ......

 

@ATwin, I believe Eddie will be passing you a VARA cloth badge which I reserved. Kindly bring on Sat if you are going. Thx man.

Edited December 14, 2011 by fatboypin

[fatboypin]

Quick questions:

 

For those who are just weekend riders of the Vara, how often do you service your bike? How many km?

 

Normal tyre pressures (front and back) for single rider, and just a topcase?

 

Thanks.

Edited December 14, 2011 by fatboypin

[stantheman]

We will meet @ Shell JAI 2200hr (Exit 15A towards TUAS via AYE).....we were leave @ 2230hr.

 

Confirmed going

-------------------

1) Elan7891 aka Vincent

2) Nutcracker aka Fuji

3) James STX

4) Chrislayer

4.1) joemac (tbc)

4.2)dok (tbc)

5).3)Atwin (tbc)

6) fatboypin aka kp (tbc) - can reach shell earliest 1030pm.

7) Stantheman (TBC) most likely working til 11pm. you guys will hang around GP Esso??

8)

9)

10)

[freakyairhead]

We will meet @ Shell JAI 2200hr (Exit 15A towards TUAS via AYE).....we were leave @ 2230hr.

 

Confirmed going

-------------------

1) Elan7891 aka Vincent

2) Nutcracker aka Fuji

3) James STX

4) Chrislayer

4.1) joemac (tbc)

4.2)dok (tbc)

5).3)Atwin (tbc)

6) fatboypin aka kp (tbc) - can reach shell earliest 1030pm.

7) Stantheman (TBC) most likely working til 11pm. you guys will hang around GP Esso??

8) Freakyairhead

9)

10)

[fatboypin]

We will meet @ Shell JAI 2200hr (Exit 15A towards TUAS via AYE).....we were leave @ 2230hr.

 

Confirmed going

-------------------

1) Elan7891 aka Vincent

2) Nutcracker aka Fuji

3) James STX

4) Chrislayer

4.1) joemac (tbc)

4.2)dok (tbc)

5).3)Atwin (tbc)

6) fatboypin aka kp (tbc) - can reach shell earliest 1030pm.

7) Stantheman (TBC) most likely working til 11pm. you guys will hang around GP Esso??

8) Freakyairhead

9)

10)

 

Re 2nd meeting pt for latecomers to catch up... good idea. Since some of you will be topping up there initially?

[stantheman]

Haha ok can can I try to make it on that day should be able to .. I suppose you guys don't ride too fast ?

 

No worries bro... i also riding fazer...

[chrislayer]

bro Stan, fazer faster than vara leh...

[ATwin]

Quick questions:

 

For those who are just weekend riders of the Vara, how often do you service your bike? How many km?

 

Normal tyre pressures (front and back) for single rider, and just a topcase?

 

Thanks.

 

what service you looking for....there isn't any thing to look out for. Just make sure the batty don't go flat..i only ride on weekend or friday kopi meetup but u need to watch out the tyre pressure...will drop drastically eg. 2-3 week pressure drop around 20-30psi. Lastly, always keep track of your EO especially during long distance ride....eat up EO easily.

 

Normal maintenance 5-6k change of EO together with oil filter, 10k change 2 spark plug, coolant flush 20-25k, batty change after 2 year, clean air filter ard 10-15k, fuel filter 10-20k

[ATwin]

@ATwin, I believe Eddie will be passing you a VARA cloth badge which I reserved. Kindly bring on Sat if you are going. Thx man.

 

 

Ya with me...but i try to turn up bcos got family dinner outing that night...Anyway are u interested with our polo T. If interested, let me know ur size. U just need to contribute $20 for it to our vara fund n pass it to yancurly.

 

Yancurly>> appreciate if u can update our vara fund. Thks. Most likely next year will organise another BBQ before i let go of my beloved bike. Thks for safe keeping the funds all this year

[ATwin]

Hi can other bikes join u guys for that supper ? Wish to ride a vara 1k

But can't sell my bike yet

 

NP bro.....so when u letting ur fazer...my bike is waiting for u ..kekee

[ATwin]

no bro.. i did nt used water.. its coolant.. i wana a piece of mind n just changed all one shot.. will need to drain da coolant so naturally a flush as well... cheers

 

Just check thru the vara service manual under cooling system:

 

Troubleshooting

 

Engine temp too high

- faulty temp gauage or thermosensor

- thermostat stuck closed

- faulty radiator cap

- insufficient coolant

- passage blocked in radiator,hose or water jacket

- air in system

-faulty cooling fan motor

- faulty fan motor switch

- faulty water pump

 

Engine temp too low

- faulty temperature gauge or thermosensor

- thermostat stuck open

- faulty fan motor switch

 

Coolant leaks

- faulty water pump mechanical seal

- deteriorated 0-ring

- faulty radiator cap

- damaged or deteriorated cylinder head gasket

- loose hose connection or clamp

- damaged or detoriated hoses

 

hope this is useful for u to serve as a guide

[ATwin]

vara on facebook...if u have facebook, just join us.

 

http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/33269989400/

[yancurly8]

Yancurly>> appreciate if u can update our vara fund. Thks. Most likely next year will organise another BBQ before i let go of my beloved bike. Thks for safe keeping the funds all this year

 

Dear Bros,

 

Apologies for this overdued stmt. Listed as promised.

 

Latest Update of VARA funds : July 2011: $160

Credited amount minus from fund for VARA Iftar function in Ramadhan Month(Puasa Break-Fast) : $60

Balance amount in fund: $100 (as of October 2011)

 

 

Latest Update of VARA funds : October 2011: $100

Cash collection from VARA Polo Tee Sale :

1) Johnny aka Smicerboy : $20 ( Collected/ Paid )

2) Azhar aka Freakyairhead : $20* ( Collected/ Pending payment )

Cash-At-Hand Bal:

$100 + $20

= $120/- (as of 17 Dec 2011)

 

* Expected Collection Projection: $120 + $20 = $140/-

Atwin > No worries. Ur welcome!

[jasonyeo123]

NP bro.....so when u letting ur fazer...my bike is waiting for u ..kekee

 

I wan to let go my bike ASAP but so far only those ppl that aeroplane me

[fatboypin]

Ya with me...but i try to turn up bcos got family dinner outing that night...Anyway are u interested with our polo T. If interested, let me know ur size. U just need to contribute $20 for it to our vara fund n pass it to yancurly.

 

Yancurly>> appreciate if u can update our vara fund. Thks. Most likely next year will organise another BBQ before i let go of my beloved bike. Thks for safe keeping the funds all this year

 

Yup, i will be interested in the polo tee. U and i almost same size, i presume size L? 01 piece for me. Pass u payment together with the cloth badge. Hope u can make it tonight.

 

Went for checkout ride on the Vara last night. Verdict: the Burly Bison is actually a ballerina. Awesome.

[fatboypin]

what service you looking for....there isn't any thing to look out for. Just make sure the batty don't go flat..i only ride on weekend or friday kopi meetup but u need to watch out the tyre pressure...will drop drastically eg. 2-3 week pressure drop around 20-30psi. Lastly, always keep track of your EO especially during long distance ride....eat up EO easily.

 

Normal maintenance 5-6k change of EO together with oil filter, 10k change 2 spark plug, coolant flush 20-25k, batty change after 2 year, clean air filter ard 10-15k, fuel filter 10-20k

 

Rogero. What abt Tyre pressures?

[dok]

Rogero. What abt Tyre pressures?

 

front 250 rear 250-280..

[fatboypin]

front 250 rear 250-280..

 

Thanks. There should be another 10 yrs of riding this...

[ATwin]

Thanks. There should be another 10 yrs of riding this...

 

Haha...too early too said that...maybe hand get itchy ....lucky with i have a group of vara bro that ask me to keep continue riding the bike

 

Front prssure 250 n rear 280...

[ATwin]

bro chris...ur ex-vara is selling...

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/346516-2-Digit-No.-plate-Honda-Varadero-XL1000V-2002-black-silver

[fatboypin]

Haha...too early too said that...maybe hand get itchy ....lucky with i have a group of vara bro that ask me to keep continue riding the bike

 

Front prssure 250 n rear 280...

 

Doesnt mean i cannot get my third bike... And still ride this Vara.

 

Anyway, good turnout earlier and a collective thanks for the blanjah!

Hate the rain though.

[jasonyeo123]

Doesnt mean i cannot get my third bike... And still ride this Vara.

 

Anyway, good turnout earlier and a collective thanks for the blanjah!

Hate the rain though.

 

Haha yes yes thanks for the treat

[Elan7891]

Thanks for the ride !!!