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390 sound is a bit more "canny" if you know what I mean, not the characteristic deep bass thump from a bullet. | |
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What you are asking is for them to strike out in a completely new direction with a bike that would be a radical departure from the one basic design that has been the bedrock of their success. I would love to see it, as may others, but RE has to evaluate whether enough of us will to justify the effort and risk. At least in the near future, I think it is unlikely. | |
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| ![]() Rode the bike to the dealership today to collect the registration document and got the throttle free play adjusted (no perceptible difference felt though ) . Forgot to get the chain tension adjusted , it is slacking as per manual description and while the manual is clear on how to do it , I wish the first time to be done in front of/by the mechanic at SVC . Purchased a can of chain lube from them (Bajaj OKS chain lube - decent enough ? ) , some suggestions please on how to do it - 1. I don't have any chain cleaning spray , failing to procure a WD 40 , can I for the time being just clean it with water or not clean and directly lube it (there is no grease accumulation , just dust which should be removed by water - should I allow the water to evaporate first ? ) . 2. Do we apply the chain lube from inside or outside , my understanding is inside but the SVC guy said outside . I intend to lube it by manually rotate the chain by pushing bike . 3.After application , can I ride it or allow it some time to settle in ? Removed the rear tire hugger at home , looks better now . While it didn't appear so , I still wish to confirm that none of the 4 bolts (2 on each side securing the frame) offered any structural stability to the axle/other parts ? What is the average mileage figure returned within city riding , average speed and gear(s) used frequently will be appreciated ? I am getting about 22/23 , 35kmph avg and 2nd/3rd gear use . |
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| ![]() Took test ride of D390 recently. Likes: Riding posture, acceleration, front brakes, horn Dislikes: Rear brake lever position, Engine braking higher while shifting in lower gears, rear brake not confidence inspiring - felt like it may lock when used alone. Did not know how to check the ABS status. After test ride asked the Sales person if ABS was ON and he said yes. Surprisingly in spite of being from HH Splendor background, I did not feel any difficulty in riding D390. Shifted up only after rpm reached considerable range. Was able to reach only till 4th gear in that short test ride. But not once did it stall or lug. I was expecting it to stall while i was taking a U turn in first gear. But completely no issues. Wife got scared as pillion as expected, due to the acceleration and smaller seat. Overall I liked the bike very much. ![]() I am 5'6/67 Kgs. D390 was not difficult to get on top and I was able to tip toe both legs quite ok. D200 test bike went for tyre change and was not available and hence could not test it. There was a display bike though. Found hard to get on top of the D200(Display bike). That extra 10mm is creating discomfort while trying to on board. But once i am on top, not much difference on tip toeing the legs in D200. Confused between D390/D200/200NS. As you might have guessed, my heart is with D390 as ABS and seat height are major pluses for me. Affordability: I can afford D390. Usage: Office commute and weekend chores within city. Chances of long rides(> 100kms) is almost nil. Have never done long rides before. In case i buy D390, -I may do long drives. But not sure at this point. -I can make the office commute interesting by using an alternate route which involves 20km of 6 lane tolled highway at the cost of an extra 8km in total one way. Pillion: Have a Car and TVS Wego in case i need to travel with family for short trips. So not a major concern. Few questions: I am worried that I may not use the D390 to its full potential. In case i switch companies and take a city only route i may not be able to use the 5th and 6th gears at all ![]() With ABS off, is there any major difference in braking between 390 and 200? If i shave off the seat by 10mm in D200 will it impact ride comfort? Should i wait for any future models that suit my needs(Front and back disc brakes, ABS, 150-250CC range)? Apache 180 will fit my needs but two things prevent me from buying it - slightly crouching ride position. I prefer straight posture. - somehow i feel the tech is not latest in it and it desperately needs an upgrade. Not sure if tvs is planning for any upgrade soon. |
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regards adrian Last edited by adrian : 2nd November 2014 at 21:05. | |
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For your needs the 200 makes more sense for its high revving gear ratio that will be fun to ride around in the city. I rode my 390 to work everyday and it was supreme fun. Heats a little more and has some niggles here and there that is discussed in this forum. On highways, the 390 comes to life ahead of 200 for its composed easy to do top ends which the 200 will be churning out at higher rpm on comparison. | |
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![]() The problem with Royal Enfield is that even with change in engine platforms, which took a whole 50 years, the top speed remains constant. A well tuned CI bullet hits the same speed that the continental GT does and difference in cost between the two is a bomb. I will buy another bullet only if it is a twin engine with an elevated top speed, not an elevated price tag. regards adrian | |
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The changes you are asking for - overhead cams, higher revs, etc. - are all drastic alterations to this basic engine identity. Not the same at all, and far more disruptive to their brand identity. I'd love to see it, and maybe it will come in time, but not soon. | |
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I am still hopeful, especially because there have been serious changes in the past 7 years in the RE line up. And from what I hear, there are larger capacity bikes in the offing. Quote:
On a different note, I am giving my bike to the service station today evening to sort out the stalling problem. They said I need to keep the bike for a few days with them. They need to remove the head and other things, it seems. Hope the issue gets sorted out. | ||
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| ![]() Guys assistance required again, took the bike out just now only to find the rear is flat . The culprit being a very small nail embedded deep down the spine of the tire . Three of us could not find any other puncture so looks like there is just one . Right now I am leaving to purchase a hand pump to re-inflate the tire first , I have never owned a tubeless before and please tell me if a premium quality tire like this can be fixed the same way any generic tubeless is done . Any particular care i should ask the mechanic to take and some usual habits that can potentially cause harm to this bike ? If the job is done to an acceptable level(doubt any place in bareilly can achieve desirable level) , any long term drawbacks I might face or ride in peace ? Also out of curiosity , how many punctures normally a tire can take before being written off ? Any other suggestions related to the topic will be much appreciated . I have never faced this situation before so not sure what I should be worried/cautious about and not . Thank you ![]() Last edited by basuroy : 3rd November 2014 at 14:13. |
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BUT you just bought the wrong Bullet. Because it wasn't a Bullet to begin with. And then you proceeded to correct that mistake by selling that Bullet. And buying a 390! When actually you should have instead have been buying the right Bullet. A real Bullet. Quote:
PLEASE for Bullet Baba's sake get rid of the numbers! What does that super duper new age cutting edge Bullet DO ON THE ROAD what my and VW's decade old cast iron thumpers always did and still do? Quote:
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![]() I have read about mushroom plugs , any cheap "jugaad" alternative that the puncture guy might try to use I should be worried about ? I have a Jk tire puncture kit but no practical knowledge of procedure , it has those red/maroon colored strips(significantly thicker than this puncture) , are they better in any sense ? I am asking because the shops here are very primitive compared to the metros and they may not have the shroom plugs , if it is crucial that I use that particular mode of repair , I will first scout until I find a place which does it like that(or is it the standard procedure ? excuse my complete lack of idea regarding this ). | |
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