SBF X8 Cafe

[kennyseaw]

Dear members,

let's all welcome the X8 riders

[kennyseaw]

so far as i can see, i assume no one disagree with opening a X8 Cafe. In this case, i think we will active it on the spot rather than waiting for another 6 more days

 

Hi X8 riders,

pls make full use of it and gather all the X8 riders

[DT8666]

All, i m new to CVT after stop riding more than 10 years!! Notice my X8 will create "cracking" sound when I turn right - sharp turning even at the speed of 5-10kmh. anyone have this experience?

 

Turning left is OK without any noise. Checked brake is ok and nothing seems loose! Will call service centre tomorrow.

 

BTW, when I have the X8, my breaklight don't seems to function properly (need to jam break before the light will turn on) and fortunately Piaggio service centre do a good job and get it done for me. thanks for the prompt service.

 

other than the above, no complaint so far.

[CCK]

Welcome to all X8 riders

 

Hope you guys/gals enjoy this new thread.

Do join us in the newbies outing this Friday and ask for info on your bike.

[Gundam84]

Originally posted by DT8666@May 4 2005, 09:27 PM

Just an update. the X8 seat really too high for Asian. I have to cut down by around 10-15mm at least.

 

Now my two leg can touch the ground now. I m 1.73 height.

 

One common design flaw is the joint (both side) somewhere centre below the seat. Not flush in perfectly.

OMG........... http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/a25.gif

[sigg4]

yup i agreed with tow kay also as although X8 share the same leader engine as X9 or atlantic but they certainly have differences for example the engine mounting or even the main stand mounting. so it is good if the X8 riders can share infor with each other it will bennefit other newbies that is going to get X8 for their first bike as well...

[Elton]

Time for someone to take care of X8 liao... haha

Next time outing will be a bigger group with the x8s.

[Mark C.]

yah, sincerely hope to see a united scooter community.

:cheer:

[Elton]

Yo gundam, don't be sad. Until you try to sit on the bike than you will know whether it's suitable for you anot.... Many people also don't like X9 but we still got it main reason is what we feel is nice we will buy right?

So before everything, get your license first and at the same time recce for suitable bikes.

[busytiger]

Originally posted by DT8666@May 4 2005, 09:27 PM

Just an update. the X8 seat really too high for Asian. I have to cut down by around 10-15mm at least.

 

Now my two leg can touch the ground now. I m 1.73 height.

 

One common design flaw is the joint (both side) somewhere centre below the seat. Not flush in perfectly.

Hi DT8666, I also admit the seat for X8 is too high. I am abt 1.65, I have to tip-toe to reach the ground. U mention you have cut your seat, any recommendations where to do it? And what is the cost? Will it affect the seat compartment below the seat? meaning will rain water leak into the seat compartment?

[kennyseaw]

Originally posted by busytiger@May 5 2005, 09:59 AM

Hi DT8666, I also admit the seat for X8 is too high. I am abt 1.65, I have to tip-toe to reach the ground. U mention you have cut your seat, any recommendations where to do it? And what is the cost? Will it affect the seat compartment below the seat? meaning will rain water leak into the seat compartment?

It will only affect your butt

[momo1605198623]

Originally posted by Elton@May 5 2005, 01:17 AM

Time for someone to take care of X8 liao... haha

Next time outing will be a bigger group with the x8s.

then u gotta help wif the x8 leaflet liao..

[DT8666]

Originally posted by busytiger@May 5 2005, 09:59 AM

Hi DT8666, I also admit the seat for X8 is too high. I am abt 1.65, I have to tip-toe to reach the ground. U mention you have cut your seat, any recommendations where to do it? And what is the cost? Will it affect the seat compartment below the seat? meaning will rain water leak into the seat compartment?

Yup, after cut the seat, now more confidence in handling the bike when I stop at traffic. Safer when you can touch the ground completely.

 

Do note that when you cut it, you need to take out the seat cover, they will replace with additional sponge. Price will depend on your choice of cover. I got it done at shop 219. price range from 50+ to 80+. If you don't want to spend too much, you can opt to use back your cover, not sure if it will fits perfectly or not.

 

The shop will apply a layer if silicon to make it water proof, don't know if it work but safely come first, so just do it lor..

 

You may consider having some degree of cut at font end and have more sponge for comfort at middle since the overall space is large enough. I did not think about this before, may redo mine next time.

 

BTW, many shop do it so you have all the options.

 

Good luck!

[Gundam84]

Originally posted by Elton@May 5 2005, 02:19 AM

Yo gundam, don't be sad. Until you try to sit on the bike than you will know whether it's suitable for you anot.... Many people also don't like X9 but we still got it main reason is what we feel is nice we will buy right?

So before everything, get your license first and at the same time recce for suitable bikes.

today want to cry ah~`need to retake 6.01.................. http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/b27.gif

 

last time retake 1.02, now 6.01................wishing no more retake for the rest till the end.

 

http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/a43.gif busytiger, since you have the same height as me,

 

may i know is it very difficult for you to maintain half-standing when stopping at the red light??

[busytiger]

Originally posted by Gundam84@May 5 2005, 10:08 PM

today want to cry ah~`need to retake 6.01.................. http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/b27.gif

 

last time retake 1.02, now 6.01................wishing no more retake for the rest till the end.

 

http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/a43.gif busytiger, since you have the same height as me,

 

may i know is it very difficult for you to maintain half-standing when stopping at the red light??

Hi...yes i admit i have some difficulty when stopping at traffic light....i try to look for kerb to rest my leg....hee hee....that is why I ask DT8666 about cutting the seat. If no kerb, I still can reach the ground by tiptoe, but only on 1 leg, not both legs on the ground....btw the way are you going 2nite for the gathering? if not I can let you try on the height of my seat....FYI my bike is a black X8, plate number FZ **** P

[busytiger]

Originally posted by DT8666@May 5 2005, 07:39 PM

Yup, after cut the seat, now more confidence in handling the bike when I stop at traffic. Safer when you can touch the ground completely.

 

Do note that when you cut it, you need to take out the seat cover, they will replace with additional sponge. Price will depend on your choice of cover. I got it done at shop 219. price range from 50+ to 80+. If you don't want to spend too much, you can opt to use back your cover, not sure if it will fits perfectly or not.

 

The shop will apply a layer if silicon to make it water proof, don't know if it work but safely come first, so just do it lor..

 

You may consider having some degree of cut at font end and have more sponge for comfort at middle since the overall space is large enough. I did not think about this before, may redo mine next time.

 

BTW, many shop do it so you have all the options.

 

Good luck!

Thks for your info....btw are you going for the gathering 2nite? maybe I can view your bike seat and hopefully sit on it (if u don't mind)...hee hee

[Gundam84]

Originally posted by busytiger@May 6 2005, 10:06 AM

Hi...yes i admit i have some difficulty when stopping at traffic light....i try to look for kerb to rest my leg....hee hee....that is why I ask DT8666 about cutting the seat. If no kerb, I still can reach the ground by tiptoe, but only on 1 leg, not both legs on the ground....btw the way are you going 2nite for the gathering? if not I can let you try on the height of my seat....FYI my bike is a black X8, plate number FZ **** P

thank for it, but i too http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/b26.gif to go for the gathering. maybe next time when i get my 2b lic~`

[lioncat]

Originally posted by Gundam84@May 6 2005, 12:03 PM

thank for it, but i too http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/b26.gif to go for the gathering. maybe next time when i get my 2b lic~`

its a chicken and egg issue again so why not meet us sooner?

 

little india mrt just 2 mins walk away nia ... u shy then i wait for you at the mrt then we walk over lo

 

[Brownkai]

Originally posted by Gundam84@May 6 2005, 12:03 PM

thank for it, but i too http://www.chinasales.com.cn/smile/02/b26.gif to go for the gathering. maybe next time when i get my 2b lic~`

gundam...check ur pm...wanna mit me and nerdster...???

dun think much liao...the more people going at least not so paiseh....

b4 10 go home loh...

[DT8666]

Originally posted by busytiger@May 6 2005, 10:20 AM

Thks for your info....btw are you going for the gathering 2nite? maybe I can view your bike seat and hopefully sit on it (if u don't mind)...hee hee

Don't think I can be there. I have no issue for you to test seat!!

 

BTW, I also don;t know about the gathering:sorry:

[Gmax]

today first time got the chance to see the new x8 wow nice

 

impressive storage space!

[sigg4]

if you get the chance to try the bike i think the pickup is also faster than

x9....

hope to see more X8 riders i the next outing.

[leo_rider]

working for pass few days, nv got the chance to log in till now...

i'm impressed...

 

outing tonite???

[leo_rider]

Originally posted by Gmax@May 6 2005, 11:38 PM

today first time got the chance to see the new x8 wow nice

 

impressive storage space!

Yeah...

can store 4 helmets, and lots of stuffs...

[kennyseaw]

Originally posted by leo_rider@May 7 2005, 01:37 PM

Yeah...

can store 4 helmets, and lots of stuffs...

Can also specical design a woofer box enter seat, sound Quality should be

 

Anyone wanna try out