The Zen Modifications Thread

black12rr · 21st January 2010, 11:40

@theodero ,

is the zen calliper stock in the above pic ? , it looks like 2 pot calliper ?

recshenoy · 21st January 2010, 11:42

theodore_ftw.

ZEN looks HOT. i am seriously tempted to mod my zen.

how much did you pay for ORVM with indicators?

theodore_ftw · 21st January 2010, 11:42

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Originally Posted by black12rr

@theodero ,

is the zen calliper stock in the above pic ? , it looks like 2 pot calliper ?

All stock buddy. No changes to the car mechanicals yet.

ElantraGT · 21st January 2010, 11:45

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Originally Posted by theodore_ftw

Finally got time to upload and share the recent changes to my ride -

All the black that you see on the body of the car is done through matt stickers.

- Complete Bonnet blackened (one single sheet)
- Sides of windows blackened (multiple strips)
- 'New' Model 4 Stroke 13 Inch Neo Alloys (The design is called 'New')
- Blinking Indicators Covers (Couldnt get the black ones anywhere so will eventually paint them black to match)

No upgrades to the engine yet (other than what was there earlier) but have an FFE and Iridium Plugs in the pipeline.

All this stickering work shouldnt have taken more than 1-2 days at the most but it took me 3 months due to certain availability factors (both mine as well the sticker walas). I will have another post coming up shortly with pictures of the whole stickering process.

theodore_ftw, You have got an awesome car. I like the way you have done the B and C pillars. I am planning on the same lines.The onlything that didnt fit my taste was the blackening of the bonnet. where did you source the ORVM with integrated indicators? Its looks cool. Does it come with electrical/manual adjustment from inside the car? Can you share the cost of the product? I am plannning to go for the same setup.

recshenoy · 21st January 2010, 12:10

Also, kindly let me know where you got KANJI (Chinese / Japanese characters) on rear.

What does it read?

theodore_ftw · 21st January 2010, 12:14

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Originally Posted by recshenoy

theodore_ftw.

ZEN looks HOT. i am seriously tempted to mod my zen.

how much did you pay for ORVM with indicators?

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElantraGT

theodore_ftw, You have got an awesome car. I like the way you have done the B and C pillars. I am planning on the same lines.The onlything that didnt fit my taste was the blackening of the bonnet. where did you source the ORVM with integrated indicators? Its looks cool. Does it come with electrical/manual adjustment from inside the car? Can you share the cost of the product? I am plannning to go for the same setup.

@ recshenoy - Thanks...The ORVM cover cost INR 833 for the pair and were sourced from Reliance Mart @ Kharadi, Pune. I believe the other Reliance Marts would also keep them. Kanji sticker is originally a bike tank sticker. Cant recollect the name but i think it was Autographics. Its a major player in the Decal market as well and provides readymade decals for different cars. Not sure what it reads though.

@ ElantraGT - Thanks for the comments....ORVM covers sourced from Reliance Mart @ Kharadi, Pune for INR 833 for the pair. Its just a cover which sticks on to your original mirrors. The wiring gets connected to your indicators internally.

mobike008 · 21st January 2010, 13:38

Amit, your ride is looking now an even bigger killer. The black bonnet look is going well.

However, the pictures have come out too bright. Make them a bit more darker and re-post them.

Good Job !

theodore_ftw · 22nd January 2010, 10:39

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Originally Posted by mobike008

Amit, your ride is looking now an even bigger killer. The black bonnet look is going well.

However, the pictures have come out too bright. Make them a bit more darker and re-post them.

Good Job !

Hmm...You have a point there but i'm just not getting the time. I was lucky enough to get these up after almost a month.

recshenoy · 22nd January 2010, 17:09

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Originally Posted by theodore_ftw

@ recshenoy - Thanks...The ORVM cover cost INR 833 for the pair and were sourced from Reliance Mart @ Kharadi, Pune. I believe the other Reliance Marts would also keep them. Kanji sticker is originally a bike tank sticker. Cant recollect the name but i think it was Autographics. Its a major player in the Decal market as well and provides readymade decals for different cars. Not sure what it reads though.

thanks dude.833 a pair looks cool deal.

hope it will be availabe at reliance mart in Bangalore!

Zen2001 · 24th January 2010, 22:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by theodore_ftw

Finally got time to upload and share the recent changes to my ride -

All the black that you see on the body of the car is done through matt stickers.

- Complete Bonnet blackened (one single sheet)
- Sides of windows blackened (multiple strips)
- 'New' Model 4 Stroke 13 Inch Neo Alloys (The design is called 'New')
- Blinking Indicators Covers (Couldnt get the black ones anywhere so will eventually paint them black to match)

No upgrades to the engine yet (other than what was there earlier) but have an FFE and Iridium Plugs in the pipeline.

All this stickering work shouldnt have taken more than 1-2 days at the most but it took me 3 months due to certain availability factors (both mine as well the sticker walas). I will have another post coming up shortly with pictures of the whole stickering process.

I've actually seen (not just the pics) your Zen in Kharadi and it looks a bit "stripped" for my taste. I mean it "shows" too much of the underbody. Maybe its because of the cut out rear bumper or suspension mod?

Also, if you want to stick with the black matt hood (I personally would stick with the original color), maybe smoking the head & taillamps can be considered.

Just my opinion...cheers!

P.S.: Reliance does have some surprises in the accessory dept!

bugatti_86 · 26th January 2010, 16:09

theodore_ftw i like your ride,would like to know from where did you source the "NEOLITE" lamps is it available in Pune because i am unable to trace it in Mumbai.plz lemme know AsAP.

motomaverick · 26th January 2010, 22:04

Did a small upgrade to the internal cabin light in my zen. Changed to LEds. A small board of 12 LEDs connected directly to the old bulbs points. Now at night the cabin just lights up like some CFL bulb has been used inside. Good light

. Will post some pics soon.

theodore_ftw · 27th January 2010, 10:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zen2001

Also, if you want to stick with the black matt hood (I personally would stick with the original color), maybe smoking the head & taillamps can be considered.

Just my opinion...cheers!

P.S.: Reliance does have some surprises in the accessory dept!

@ Zen2001 - That is probably my next visual upgrade.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bugatti_86

theodore_ftw i like your ride,would like to know from where did you source the "NEOLITE" lamps is it available in Pune because i am unable to trace it in Mumbai.plz lemme know AsAP.

@ bugatti_86 -I believe i got the last piece available in Hyderabad/Chennai...Contact www.neolitezkw.com

Zenster · 30th January 2010, 01:19

Hey Guys,

Can the stock bumpers be modified to the ones in the pics below with perfect finish somewhere in bangalore?

If yes please enlighten us. Thanks a lot.

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recshenoy · 1st February 2010, 10:15

zenster,

thanks very much for the pics. I too wanted to add these to my zen!

AFAIK its not zen, some other product of suzuki which used to have factory fitted fogs at Bumper. i had tried explaining same to MASS but they dint understand what i was trying to say

they told you dont get bumper with fogs for old zen.

21st January 2010, 11:40	#661
black12rr Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ridin earth now Posts: 1,280 Thanked: 349 Times	@theodero , is the zen calliper stock in the above pic ? , it looks like 2 pot calliper ? Last edited by black12rr : 21st January 2010 at 11:42.
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recshenoy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Mangalore / Bangalore Posts: 1,129 Thanked: 256 Times	theodore_ftw. ZEN looks HOT. i am seriously tempted to mod my zen. how much did you pay for ORVM with indicators?
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21st January 2010, 12:10	#665
recshenoy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Mangalore / Bangalore Posts: 1,129 Thanked: 256 Times	Also, kindly let me know where you got KANJI (Chinese / Japanese characters) on rear. What does it read?
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21st January 2010, 13:38	#667
mobike008 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 11,990 Thanked: 17,100 Times View My Garage	Amit, your ride is looking now an even bigger killer. The black bonnet look is going well. However, the pictures have come out too bright. Make them a bit more darker and re-post them. Good Job !
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26th January 2010, 16:09	#671
bugatti_86 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mumbai/KSA Posts: 162 Thanked: 28 Times	theodore_ftw i like your ride,would like to know from where did you source the "NEOLITE" lamps is it available in Pune because i am unable to trace it in Mumbai.plz lemme know AsAP.
	() Thanks

26th January 2010, 22:04	#672
motomaverick Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,898 Thanked: 989 Times View My Garage	Did a small upgrade to the internal cabin light in my zen. Changed to LEds. A small board of 12 LEDs connected directly to the old bulbs points. Now at night the cabin just lights up like some CFL bulb has been used inside. Good light . Will post some pics soon.
	() Thanks

30th January 2010, 01:19	#674
Zenster BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sydney Posts: 336 Thanked: 101 Times View My Garage	Hey Guys, Can the stock bumpers be modified to the ones in the pics below with perfect finish somewhere in bangalore? If yes please enlighten us. Thanks a lot.
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1st February 2010, 10:15	#675
recshenoy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Mangalore / Bangalore Posts: 1,129 Thanked: 256 Times	zenster, thanks very much for the pics. I too wanted to add these to my zen! AFAIK its not zen, some other product of suzuki which used to have factory fitted fogs at Bumper. i had tried explaining same to MASS but they dint understand what i was trying to say they told you dont get bumper with fogs for old zen.
	() Thanks