[Group] SUZUKI GSR 400/600

[mmkbad]

What sprockets are u all using?

 

Those AFAM, ISA, Vortex high performance sprockets are made of aluminium right, meaning they don't last so long? Are there steel sprockets for street use? Any recommendations?

 

Chain for gsr400 is size 520 right, but does the chain come in different lengths (as in different no. of links)? Which length should we use?

 

I'm still on my Stock OEM chain and sprockets since the bike rolled out of the shop close to 3 years ago. Odometer reading now stands at 66774km.

 

All thanks to the auto-oiler gadget; the Scottoiler Vsystem. Chain still looks good, will maybe replace it next year.

 

I read a few pages back bout someone asking about these chain auto-oiler systems. Get it, u wont regret it.

 

Most people i know change to anodised aluminium aftermarket sprockets. Aluminium is lighter than steel, so theoretically u should see a performance increase in pick-up, speed and fuel consumption. (due to the fact that its lighter and has less rolling resistance)

 

From what i know, based on my limited exprerience on chains (i've only changed it once, at that was on my previous ride), the chain length is 'fixed' when u purchase it, the mech will then use a chain-breaker tool to shorten the length of your chain to fit the bike.

 

And yes, i believe GSR400 chain size is 520. its 525 for the 600. I think i should be right, others pls correct me if i'm wrong.

[NazAdidas]

SaW a GsR @ Multi Storey Carpark Upper Boon Keng. AnyOne Frm here?

[Markopolo]

guys how do we prevent rust on our bike, like the srrews and bolts, and thing to recommend?

[Markopolo]

i mean any solvent to reconmend? i dun like the idea of using oil any other protection for the rustable parts =())

[mmkbad]

i mean any solvent to reconmend? i dun like the idea of using oil any other protection for the rustable parts =())

 

Prevention is better than cure.

 

My suggestion for prevention:

 

USE BIKE COVER! Or park in multi-storey carpark if possible.

Some of my nuts and bolts got signs of rust already.

Two ways i have thought about getting over it:

1) Replace them rusty nuts or screws.

2) Get those paint over rust kinda paint.

 

I'm too lazy to get around doing either though.

[IvikaRazI]

guys how do we prevent rust on our bike, like the srrews and bolts, and thing to recommend?

 

i mean any solvent to reconmend? i dun like the idea of using oil any other protection for the rustable parts =())

 

Prevention is better than cure.

 

My suggestion for prevention:

 

USE BIKE COVER! Or park in multi-storey carpark if possible.

Some of my nuts and bolts got signs of rust already.

Two ways i have thought about getting over it:

1) Replace them rusty nuts or screws.

2) Get those paint over rust kinda paint.

 

I'm too lazy to get around doing either though.

 

My advice is as in answer 1 of MMKBAD. Get the screws replaced. Try to get it replaced with stainless steel or aluminium (Not so good as not as durable as steel). I dun think the screws are hard to get. You can buy at any hardware store. One shop that comes in mind is at Kelantan Lane near LAB. Along the stretch of shops sure got one. Do from time to time oil them to prevent rust. And yes Bike cover does help a lot. I rely on my bike cover a lot.

[fad58]

Hey guys, which shops sell gsr acessories?

[kenzie]

Hey guys, which shops sell gsr acessories?

 

U can try unique motorsport..

[fad58]

U can try unique motorsport..

 

I am finding the hexagonal wind shield n unique don have it

[Markopolo]

sad, hates, oiling!, feel very messy.

[momoki]

Peeps just sold my iphone something bad happens so I sell it away. I lost all e contacts pls do bip me aytes. 97870561. -Mok. Btw razi bt our deal ehk.. Heheh its stil on. Oni kinda bz n lost ur no bro.

[onemanarmy]

I am finding the hexagonal wind shield n unique don have it

 

Try Motoworld bro. They shld have. Ermax brand.

 

Unique only carries Puig if I'm not wrong.

[fad58]

Try Motoworld bro. They shld have. Ermax brand.

 

Unique only carries Puig if I'm not wrong.

 

Thanx for the info bro

[hilfiger]

I read that if we change to aftermarket air filter, the fuel consumption will be affected, and we have to go for tuning. What is this tuning abt? And how much does it cost?

 

Anyone went for throttle body syn recently? Any advice which shop to go?

 

What abt brake pads? Are there any brands to avoid?

[Markopolo]

Hey guys, ask u all arh.. When u all kill the engine, using the kill switch, do u swithc it back to normal den off the power by key. Or Kill the engine by switch, den Off the power by key, den switch back to normal... Coz i realize if we kill, den switch back normal, will ahve like some running things at the display.

[lightless09]

planning to get my GSR after 2A TP on the 28th! can't wait~ hope the bike will still be there when i pass

[RideHard]

i do have dis frm my last ride, if ur referring to dis. msg me @ 97643501 to deal.

Very big sorry to hijack e thread bros...

 

I am finding the hexagonal wind shield n unique don have it

[flareon1982]

Lets org a trip up north to chill and talk abt bikes?

 

Who will be interested in a pair of LED brake lights? Selling cheap. Bought it from this link. Unable to use it due to ABS power intake on my bike. @@

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/213488-lt-CMO-gt-M400-Super-Duper-LED-Lights-For-Bikes-and-CARS

 

360degrees 2-tone Brightness Brake Light

Available as 1156 / 3157 Connection

- Can also be installed in certain car models, eg Hyundai, Kia, Latio and Vios etc

- Self-installation (DIY) / Cash & Carry

 

PM if interested. GSR has no problem using it at all.

Edited July 8, 2011 by flareon1982

[mmkbad]

I read that if we change to aftermarket air filter, the fuel consumption will be affected, and we have to go for tuning. What is this tuning abt? And how much does it cost?

 

Anyone went for throttle body syn recently? Any advice which shop to go?

 

What abt brake pads? Are there any brands to avoid?

 

I'm using K&N aftermarket filter. I didnt go for tuning, my fuel consumption remains the same around 18~22km/l depending on how naughty or law abiding my wrist is.

 

Tuning is modifying your air-fuel ratio, your fuel mapping. Various methods such as but not limited to:

Power Commander

Teka Mapping

 

Read up the post a few pages back. Bro Ivikarazi has already mentioned about it and gave some helpful links.

 

Hey guys, ask u all arh.. When u all kill the engine, using the kill switch, do u swithc it back to normal den off the power by key. Or Kill the engine by switch, den Off the power by key, den switch back to normal... Coz i realize if we kill, den switch back normal, will ahve like some running things at the display.

 

In the first place, why u want to kill the engine and off the power? Might as well off the power by key straightaway.

 

My practice is to power off by key. The only time i use the kill switch is when i come back from JB and have jam at woodlands checkpoint after just top up petrol. then i push my bike to the counter. Petrol now expensive mah, need to save... hehe

 

The running lights on the display when u flick the kill switch back to running the engine is normal. i believe its the ECU communicating with your immobiliser to verify that it is the correct key being inserting into the keyhole. i THINK only ah cos i notice the red 'KEY' icon at the display is switch on at the 'kill' position and disappears when u flick the kill switch to 'running engine/normal' position.

Come to think of it, i have never given it much thought till u mentioned about it....

 

Lets org a trip up north to chill and talk abt bikes?

 

Who will be interested in a pair of LED brake lights? Selling cheap. Bought it from this link. Unable to use it due to ABS power intake on my bike. @@

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/213488-lt-CMO-gt-M400-Super-Duper-LED-Lights-For-Bikes-and-CARS

 

360degrees 2-tone Brightness Brake Light

Available as 1156 / 3157 Connection

- Can also be installed in certain car models, eg Hyundai, Kia, Latio and Vios etc

- Self-installation (DIY) / Cash & Carry

 

PM if interested. GSR has no problem using it at all.

 

I'm all up for trips! If my working schedule allows for it anyway. haiz..

How bright'er' are the LED brake lights compared to stock?

My interest on the lights are relative to the brightness of the lights.

The brighter it is, the more interested i am...

[nelo]

Hey guys, ask u all arh.. When u all kill the engine, using the kill switch, do u swithc it back to normal den off the power by key. Or Kill the engine by switch, den Off the power by key, den switch back to normal... Coz i realize if we kill, den switch back normal, will ahve like some running things at the display.

 

i read somewhere it said never to kill your engine via the switch unless necessary. always use the key. not sure why though. haha

[Tachnicolour]

Use kill switch too often can cause the connections to become loose. One day, won't be able to start cuz switch internally stuck in *off*. Happened to me in ssdc. Push bike all the way back. Lucky instructor never scold, he knew, cuz he managed to press the switch hard enough to make it work, holding it down to ride to workshop.

[Markopolo]

AHHA, i thought kill switch was a way to protect the engine.. Since its bad for engine why build a kill swithc?? weird!!!!

[Icomeforyou]

I'm also up for the ride north for chill and chat...

 

been trying to look for extended mirrors for gsr400, the stock can't really see anything...

 

today at planet i was the 1st gsr there, shortly after, another gsr 400 came.. then ah chong (the boss) commented, how come recently so many gsrs, yesterday got 2 today another.. then told him you famous ma... he laughed... is it any of you guys?

 

btw, any knows if the light on our console - the orange lighting, can be changed?

[hilfiger]

I'm using K&N aftermarket filter. I didnt go for tuning, my fuel consumption remains the same around 18~22km/l depending on how naughty or law abiding my wrist is.

 

Tuning is modifying your air-fuel ratio, your fuel mapping. Various methods such as but not limited to:

Power Commander

Teka Mapping

 

Oh initially i thought by changing to aftermarket air filter, the air-fuel ratio will need re-tuning. So it's not really necessary.

 

My bike's idling speed now is less than 1k even after warm up, should i go for throttle body syn and adjust idling speed at the same time? What abt cleaning the throttle bodies, anyone did that before?

[flareon1982]

I'm using K&N aftermarket filter. I didnt go for tuning, my fuel consumption remains the same around 18~22km/l depending on how naughty or law abiding my wrist is.

 

Tuning is modifying your air-fuel ratio, your fuel mapping. Various methods such as but not limited to:

Power Commander

Teka Mapping

 

Read up the post a few pages back. Bro Ivikarazi has already mentioned about it and gave some helpful links.

 

 

 

In the first place, why u want to kill the engine and off the power? Might as well off the power by key straightaway.

 

My practice is to power off by key. The only time i use the kill switch is when i come back from JB and have jam at woodlands checkpoint after just top up petrol. then i push my bike to the counter. Petrol now expensive mah, need to save... hehe

 

The running lights on the display when u flick the kill switch back to running the engine is normal. i believe its the ECU communicating with your immobiliser to verify that it is the correct key being inserting into the keyhole. i THINK only ah cos i notice the red 'KEY' icon at the display is switch on at the 'kill' position and disappears when u flick the kill switch to 'running engine/normal' position.

Come to think of it, i have never given it much thought till u mentioned about it....

 

 

 

I'm all up for trips! If my working schedule allows for it anyway. haiz..

How bright'er' are the LED brake lights compared to stock?

My interest on the lights are relative to the brightness of the lights.

The brighter it is, the more interested i am...

 

It is pretty bright. Definitely brighter than the stock for sure. It has 36 or 48 LEDs pointing 360degrees. Would strongly recommend using it if not for my bike's ABS issue.....