Went to town to collect something that I’ve pre-ordered for the coming Valentine’s Day. Unfortunately, on my way home, there was a strange noise coming from the rear part. So I made a stop at a motorbike shop that fixes big bikes and cruisers.
The mechanic said it was due to my sprocket and chain. And what can be done? Change! again….
There were a few choices to choose from….and finally after a few phone calls and consultations…. I choose one that is supposed to be made in Japan….the higher end of the middle range. The brand is EK Chain. The chain and the front sprocket cost RM360. But the feeling on way the home, satisfied and priceless. Haha…It really made a difference….
Found the manufacturer’s website after I reach home. Looks like it’s true. And I’ve seen this brand somewhere in the US bike magazines.
www.ekchains.com
Friday, February 13, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
The History....
2004:- This was my 1st bike - Limited Edition Yamaha TZM Millenium
2006:- My 2nd - Honda Wave 125
2006:- My 2nd - Honda Wave 125
2008:- The 3rd - Kawasaki Ninja ZXR 250
Sunday, February 1, 2009
My Racing Boots....
Four years ago, i bought a pair of SIDI VERTIGO. It was my 1st pair of racing boots. The design was very nice and it was very comfortable to wear. The outlook was like the shoes of mr. ROBOCOP but i liked it very much.
I wore it to my 1st SIC (Sepang International Circuit) open track day with my small cc TZM. Unfortunately, 4 years later, the boots were used no more than ten times. Therefore i decided to sell it off. A Ducati guy was the new owner.
Currently i'm wearing a pair of PUMA motorcycle shoes. It was purposely made for bikers. Genuine leather. And it was a gift from my sisters.
The pic of my previous racing boots....SIDI Vertigo.....
I wore it to my 1st SIC (Sepang International Circuit) open track day with my small cc TZM. Unfortunately, 4 years later, the boots were used no more than ten times. Therefore i decided to sell it off. A Ducati guy was the new owner.
Currently i'm wearing a pair of PUMA motorcycle shoes. It was purposely made for bikers. Genuine leather. And it was a gift from my sisters.
The pic of my previous racing boots....SIDI Vertigo.....
Friday, January 30, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
The Specification
Below will be the specification for ZXR 250 from KAWASAKI.
Extracted from the manual.
General Specifications
Dimensions:
Overall length.....................2000mm
Overall width......................685mm
Overall height....................1090mm
Wheelbase..........................1360mm
Road clearance...................130mm
Seat height.........................735mm
Dry weight.........................141kg
Fuel capacity.....................15L
Performance:
Min turning radius...........2.9m
Engine:
Type................................4 stroke, DOHC, 4-cylinder
Cooling system................Liquid-cooled
Bore and stroke..............49.0 x 33.1mm
Displacement..................249cc
Compression ratio..........12.2
Max HP..........................33.08 kW (45PS) @ 16000rpm
Max torque.....................25.49 N-m (2.5kg-m) @ 11500rpm
Carb system....................KEIHIN CVK D30 x 4
Timing advance..............Electrically advanced
Engine oil capacity.........2.6L
Drive Train:
Type..............................Gear
Reduction ratio.............3.291 (79/24)
Clutch type....................Wet multi disc
Transmission type.........6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Gear ratio:
1st…...............................2.600
2nd….............................1.789
3rd…..............................1.409
4th…..............................1.160
5th…..............................1.000
6th…..............................0.892
Final drive system:
Type.............................Chain drive
Reduction ratio.............3.428 (48/14)
Overall drive ratio.........10.076 @Top gear
Frame:
Caster (rake angle)........23.50
Trail.............................84mm
Front tire.....................110/70-R17 54H Tubeless
Rear tire......................140/60-R18 64H Tubeless
Front suspension.........Telescopic fork
Wheel travel................120mm
Rear suspension..........Swingarm (uni-trak)
Wheel travel................113mm
Brake type:
Front............................Dual discs
Rear.............................Single disc
Electrical Equipment:
Battery.......................12 V 6 Ah
Headlight...................Semi-sealed beam 12V 60/35W x2
Tail light....................12V 5/21W x2
Alternator..................Three-phrase AC
Rated output..............22A/14V @ 8500 rpm
Extracted from the manual.
General Specifications
Dimensions:
Overall length.....................2000mm
Overall width......................685mm
Overall height....................1090mm
Wheelbase..........................1360mm
Road clearance...................130mm
Seat height.........................735mm
Dry weight.........................141kg
Fuel capacity.....................15L
Performance:
Min turning radius...........2.9m
Engine:
Type................................4 stroke, DOHC, 4-cylinder
Cooling system................Liquid-cooled
Bore and stroke..............49.0 x 33.1mm
Displacement..................249cc
Compression ratio..........12.2
Max HP..........................33.08 kW (45PS) @ 16000rpm
Max torque.....................25.49 N-m (2.5kg-m) @ 11500rpm
Carb system....................KEIHIN CVK D30 x 4
Timing advance..............Electrically advanced
Engine oil capacity.........2.6L
Drive Train:
Type..............................Gear
Reduction ratio.............3.291 (79/24)
Clutch type....................Wet multi disc
Transmission type.........6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Gear ratio:
1st…...............................2.600
2nd….............................1.789
3rd…..............................1.409
4th…..............................1.160
5th…..............................1.000
6th…..............................0.892
Final drive system:
Type.............................Chain drive
Reduction ratio.............3.428 (48/14)
Overall drive ratio.........10.076 @Top gear
Frame:
Caster (rake angle)........23.50
Trail.............................84mm
Front tire.....................110/70-R17 54H Tubeless
Rear tire......................140/60-R18 64H Tubeless
Front suspension.........Telescopic fork
Wheel travel................120mm
Rear suspension..........Swingarm (uni-trak)
Wheel travel................113mm
Brake type:
Front............................Dual discs
Rear.............................Single disc
Electrical Equipment:
Battery.......................12 V 6 Ah
Headlight...................Semi-sealed beam 12V 60/35W x2
Tail light....................12V 5/21W x2
Alternator..................Three-phrase AC
Rated output..............22A/14V @ 8500 rpm
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Overhaul : Part 7 The Finale.
Finally, the long awaited time has come. I called and the mech confirmed with me that my bike was ready. Went there straight after work and picking up my BB.
Reached there and saw my bike parked outside the garage. It was cover with dust and waterstains. Got the keys and started it up with just one press. On the e-starter button. The engine fired up and sounded nice. Idling at +/- 1000rpm....everything seems fine....tested all the signal lights and found out that the front left was not functioning. He immediately adjusted and it blinked.
So it's time for a test ride next. Got on and there i go...smooth...it's totally different compared to my 2-stroke TZM. The sound, the roar and the feeling...The mech told me that the sprockets and chain will need to be changed soon. ok....Went into the air-conditioned showroom to check and settle the bill. As expected, the amount was....went into the office to have a talk with boss. As much wasted saliva, he gave a 5% discount for the spareparts. Excluding the labour fee. 5% is better than nothing. Paid with my BB's CC to collect more points.
The next thing is to get food! as both us were as hungry as wolves because it was already 8.30pm when we settled everything with the shop. We left the car at the shop as we rode to another town to find food. The feeling was good as we cruised on the higway. But my BB was a little bit uncomfortable due the the sitting position of the pillion rider. Poor BB...
Had Char Kueh Teow at a famous kopitiam for dinner besides a bowl of porridge. It's famous because the CKT was cooked using charcoal. Not normal cooking gas. Ended our day with BB driving and me riding back to our place.
Reached there and saw my bike parked outside the garage. It was cover with dust and waterstains. Got the keys and started it up with just one press. On the e-starter button. The engine fired up and sounded nice. Idling at +/- 1000rpm....everything seems fine....tested all the signal lights and found out that the front left was not functioning. He immediately adjusted and it blinked.
So it's time for a test ride next. Got on and there i go...smooth...it's totally different compared to my 2-stroke TZM. The sound, the roar and the feeling...The mech told me that the sprockets and chain will need to be changed soon. ok....Went into the air-conditioned showroom to check and settle the bill. As expected, the amount was....went into the office to have a talk with boss. As much wasted saliva, he gave a 5% discount for the spareparts. Excluding the labour fee. 5% is better than nothing. Paid with my BB's CC to collect more points.
The next thing is to get food! as both us were as hungry as wolves because it was already 8.30pm when we settled everything with the shop. We left the car at the shop as we rode to another town to find food. The feeling was good as we cruised on the higway. But my BB was a little bit uncomfortable due the the sitting position of the pillion rider. Poor BB...
Had Char Kueh Teow at a famous kopitiam for dinner besides a bowl of porridge. It's famous because the CKT was cooked using charcoal. Not normal cooking gas. Ended our day with BB driving and me riding back to our place.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Overhaul : Part 6 The Waiting continues.....
The mech called few days ago and told me that the water seal needs to be changed. So i said ok. But the thing is, they have to order the part and i still need to wait.
It's been a month now since i sent my bike to the shop. Can you imagine it's taking longer than my car to do the engine swap?Unbelievable....but hopefully he will get the job done nicely.
By the way, i brought a few bottles of 1.5l distilled water to the shop earlier for my radiator. It is said that normal mineral or tap water will make the cooling system to be corroded faster due to the mineral particles inside. I have requested for the usage of MOTUL coolant.
It's been a month now since i sent my bike to the shop. Can you imagine it's taking longer than my car to do the engine swap?Unbelievable....but hopefully he will get the job done nicely.
By the way, i brought a few bottles of 1.5l distilled water to the shop earlier for my radiator. It is said that normal mineral or tap water will make the cooling system to be corroded faster due to the mineral particles inside. I have requested for the usage of MOTUL coolant.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Overhaul: Part 5 The Rims
The reason i didn't bring my tyres to the shop yet is because i've asked the mechanic to skim and repaint my rims. I told him what i wanted and he said ok.
Finally after a one week, he called and told me the rims are done. So, i brought my new battlaxs to be installed right away. And to be balanced too.
Here's the pics of the my new look rims. Although not 100% of what i wanted, but 95% will do just fine.
Finally after a one week, he called and told me the rims are done. So, i brought my new battlaxs to be installed right away. And to be balanced too.
Here's the pics of the my new look rims. Although not 100% of what i wanted, but 95% will do just fine.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Overhaul: Part 4 The Waiting....
Went to check out the progress of my bike again....
Disappointedly slow.....the mech said he got other bikes to fix, then what about mine???
He briefly explained to me about all the parts that needs to be changed....the list goes on and on...but looking things from the positive side, my bike will be almost brand new....
snapped a pic of my engine head....changed 8 new intake valves....
Disappointedly slow.....the mech said he got other bikes to fix, then what about mine???
He briefly explained to me about all the parts that needs to be changed....the list goes on and on...but looking things from the positive side, my bike will be almost brand new....
snapped a pic of my engine head....changed 8 new intake valves....
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