Finally got a Bullet Machismo 500LB "La Poderosa"

Sawyer · 22nd July 2009, 16:16

Are you not going to straighten out the air intake/filter path too? When you are done, let us know what you have done and how it all works out. Thanks!

MumBiker · 22nd July 2009, 22:41

I am Planning on a K&N R1100 Ai Filter, sure will post the pics once done

Sawyer · 23rd July 2009, 06:21

What would be really nice is a list of things changed, the costs, work in process and finished bike pics and riders report of the post modded bike - on performance, driveability and FE impacts. I would certainly appreciate that a lot.

MumBiker · 23rd July 2009, 14:38

Sawyer, i will put up[ the details once thats done.

In the meantime has anyone dealt with either Royal Enfield Zone : Royal Enfield Zone - Distributors and Exporters of Royal Enfield Bikes, Spare Parts and Accessories from New Delhi, India :: :: :: :: Extensive range of spares and accessories for Royal Enfield Bullet, Electra, Machismo, Thunderbird, Standard or Royal Motor Cycles India's leading distributor of motorcycle parts. Specialists in Royal Enfield spares and accessories.

I would like to know user feedback on both of them.

nickoo · 23rd July 2009, 15:12

hey mumbiker, just a suggestion instead of using K&N 1100 you can use E0900 which is a direct fit in the airfilter box and moreover saves the filter from rains and slush and if you are installing a K&N you'll have to upjet the carb. All the best.

MumBiker · 23rd July 2009, 20:34

Nickoo, thanks for your suggestion. I will check that out the E-0900 as i feel thats a good option for the wet weather prevalent now. Though the K&N would be the option for higher air intake in drier weather. Upjetting should not be an issue. I like the look of the R1100 too

GreaseMonk · 24th July 2009, 00:36

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Originally Posted by MumBiker

Sawyer, i will put up[ the details once thats done.

In the meantime has anyone dealt with either Royal Enfield Zone : Royal Enfield Zone - Distributors and Exporters of Royal Enfield Bikes, Spare Parts and Accessories from New Delhi, India :: :: :: :: Extensive range of spares and accessories for Royal Enfield Bullet, Electra, Machismo, Thunderbird, Standard or Royal Motor Cycles India's leading distributor of motorcycle parts. Specialists in Royal Enfield spares and accessories.

I would like to know user feedback on both of them.

@MumBiker: I have dealt with Royal Enfield Zone. They are pretty prompt to reply to any emails and send out any purchased products rather quickly. They reached in good shape. My only issue with them is that they over price things a bit. I ordered a brass monogram and a pseudo-smiths speedo from them. THey even included a bill in the box which was about 25-30% less than what I paid for it. Good choice if they have something you cant find in your city.

bantejas · 24th July 2009, 10:36

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Originally Posted by Sawyer

Since you have used the two main kinds of non stock pipes, how do they differ in use? Why the Goldstar? I am still on a stock pipe, and am mulling over changing it to something meatier. At the same time, the stock pipe has great chrome, and is probably balanced to the intake end, so I am also reluctant to change. Any input?

I tested the Goldstart (short goldie) last night. I found the initial pickup to be a little on the higher side. I did this because I had gotten into an argument with one the fellow bikers regarding the "increased pickup with goldie or short goldie"! Is it because of its shape giving more thrust? I still fail to understand the reasons

. The beat was a meatier: they had put glass wool and some how I liked it. But I still like my std 350 fit on the bike rather than the stock which I removed long back. Thinking of shifting to short goldie

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MumBiker · 5th August 2009, 23:35

The bull is back on the road, post some fine mechanic job by Malikbhai of Malik Service Point, Chembur, Mumbai - 09892894789. He is an Authorised service point for the Royal Enfield Bullet and is a passionate bullet enthusiast.I would consider myself lucky, to find him so close to where i live.

Ok now onto whats been done so far.

Replaced the following :

Sprag Clutch with Primary Inner Cover
Delayed/Retard CDI
Left Switch Assembly with Decomp.
Decomp cable
NGK Iridium Spark Plug - BR9EIX
Rocker Oil Pipe
Drive Chain
No. Plate's (Fr/Rr)
Seat Handle
Handle Bar End Counter Weights
Removed the PAV System
Serviced/Cleaned the Front Disc Calipers.
Replaced the Rear Brake Shoe
Oil Change as required.

Will replace the following in the next 2 days.
Brake Pedal
Silencer Bend
Current Chain with a Rolon 'O' Ring Chain
Accelerator & Clutch Cable
Spokes
Clutch Cover Oil Nut
Current Seat with a Single with Carrier + Touring Carrier

Then onto the Performance Mods :

K&N Filter
30 Bore Carb - Mikuni
Rear Disc
Add ABS - Safe Ride.
and more ...

Will post picture once i complete the cosmetic part and the full report post the performance mods.

Nitin · 6th August 2009, 01:15

Congrats on the purchase! Waiting for a detailed write up once all the work's done!
Ride safe..

Abhay · 6th August 2009, 13:04

Great looking bike there , MumBiker!

Felicidades! (congratulations, por la Poderosa :-) )

MumBiker · 5th October 2009, 19:58

The Mighty One goes from Mumbai to Nepal Back to Mumbai 16 Days & Approx 5000Kms of Sheer Riding Pleasure.

5 States & 2 Countries.

Mumbai --> Indore Jabalpur Gorakhpur Sonauli Bhairawa Lumbini Pokhara Kathmandu Chitwan Bhairawa Sonauli Gorakhpur Agra Jaipur Ahmedabad --> Mumbai.

The worst roads we went thriough was in Madhya Pradesh (MP) and the best in Rajasthan and Nepal.

Damages / Failures:- 1 Puncture + 1 Broken Footpeg and a drained battery.

I would like to thank veteran tourer Shivprasad Shetty for his excellent planning and companionship.

I also wish to thank my Mechanic Mallik (Mallik Service Point, Chembur, Mumbai) for his excellent work on the bike.

Technocrat · 5th October 2009, 20:08

Wow sounds amazing, can we please have a separate detailed trip log with pics please

shan2129 · 5th October 2009, 20:20

wow, really thats something that makes me jump with joy, More pics & a ride Description is needed

! Congrats on this achievement.

MumBiker · 5th October 2009, 20:25

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Originally Posted by Technocrat

Wow sounds amazing, can we please have a separate detailed trip log with pics please

Quote:

Originally Posted by shan2129

wow, really thats something that makes me jump with joy, More pics & a ride Description is needed

! Congrats on this achievement.

Thanks

Will post a detailed log of the Ride asap.

22nd July 2009, 16:16	#31
Sawyer Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 2,666 Thanked: 1,793 Times	Are you not going to straighten out the air intake/filter path too? When you are done, let us know what you have done and how it all works out. Thanks!
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22nd July 2009, 22:41	#32
MumBiker BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 89 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	I am Planning on a K&N R1100 Ai Filter, sure will post the pics once done
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23rd July 2009, 06:21	#33
Sawyer Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 2,666 Thanked: 1,793 Times	What would be really nice is a list of things changed, the costs, work in process and finished bike pics and riders report of the post modded bike - on performance, driveability and FE impacts. I would certainly appreciate that a lot.
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23rd July 2009, 14:38	#34
MumBiker BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 89 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	Sawyer, i will put up[ the details once thats done. In the meantime has anyone dealt with either Royal Enfield Zone : Royal Enfield Zone - Distributors and Exporters of Royal Enfield Bikes, Spare Parts and Accessories from New Delhi, India :: :: :: :: Extensive range of spares and accessories for Royal Enfield Bullet, Electra, Machismo, Thunderbird, Standard or Royal Motor Cycles India's leading distributor of motorcycle parts. Specialists in Royal Enfield spares and accessories. I would like to know user feedback on both of them.
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23rd July 2009, 15:12	#35
nickoo BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Gurgaon\Patiala Posts: 201 Thanked: 13 Times View My Garage	hey mumbiker, just a suggestion instead of using K&N 1100 you can use E0900 which is a direct fit in the airfilter box and moreover saves the filter from rains and slush and if you are installing a K&N you'll have to upjet the carb. All the best.
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23rd July 2009, 20:34	#36
MumBiker BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 89 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	Nickoo, thanks for your suggestion. I will check that out the E-0900 as i feel thats a good option for the wet weather prevalent now. Though the K&N would be the option for higher air intake in drier weather. Upjetting should not be an issue. I like the look of the R1100 too
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5th August 2009, 23:35	#39
MumBiker BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 89 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	The bull is back on the road, post some fine mechanic job by Malikbhai of Malik Service Point, Chembur, Mumbai - 09892894789. He is an Authorised service point for the Royal Enfield Bullet and is a passionate bullet enthusiast.I would consider myself lucky, to find him so close to where i live. Ok now onto whats been done so far. Replaced the following : Sprag Clutch with Primary Inner Cover Delayed/Retard CDI Left Switch Assembly with Decomp. Decomp cable NGK Iridium Spark Plug - BR9EIX Rocker Oil Pipe Drive Chain No. Plate's (Fr/Rr) Seat Handle Handle Bar End Counter Weights Removed the PAV System Serviced/Cleaned the Front Disc Calipers. Replaced the Rear Brake Shoe Oil Change as required. Will replace the following in the next 2 days. Brake Pedal Silencer Bend Current Chain with a Rolon 'O' Ring Chain Accelerator & Clutch Cable Spokes Clutch Cover Oil Nut Current Seat with a Single with Carrier + Touring Carrier Then onto the Performance Mods : K&N Filter 30 Bore Carb - Mikuni Rear Disc Add ABS - Safe Ride. and more ... Will post picture once i complete the cosmetic part and the full report post the performance mods.
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6th August 2009, 01:15	#40
Nitin Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3,294 Thanked: 22 Times View My Garage	Congrats on the purchase! Waiting for a detailed write up once all the work's done! Ride safe..
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6th August 2009, 13:04	#41
Abhay BHPian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 727 Thanked: 12 Times	Great looking bike there , MumBiker! Felicidades! (congratulations, por la Poderosa :-) )
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5th October 2009, 19:58	#42
MumBiker BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 89 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	The Mighty One goes from Mumbai to Nepal Back to Mumbai 16 Days & Approx 5000Kms of Sheer Riding Pleasure. 5 States & 2 Countries. Mumbai --> Indore Jabalpur Gorakhpur Sonauli Bhairawa Lumbini Pokhara Kathmandu Chitwan Bhairawa Sonauli Gorakhpur Agra Jaipur Ahmedabad --> Mumbai. The worst roads we went thriough was in Madhya Pradesh (MP) and the best in Rajasthan and Nepal. Damages / Failures:- 1 Puncture + 1 Broken Footpeg and a drained battery. I would like to thank veteran tourer Shivprasad Shetty for his excellent planning and companionship. I also wish to thank my Mechanic Mallik (Mallik Service Point, Chembur, Mumbai) for his excellent work on the bike. Attached Thumbnails
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5th October 2009, 20:08	#43
Technocrat Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: GTA Posts: 14,765 Thanked: 2,705 Times	Wow sounds amazing, can we please have a separate detailed trip log with pics please
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5th October 2009, 20:20	#44
shan2129 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dehradun Posts: 304 Thanked: 96 Times	wow, really thats something that makes me jump with joy, More pics & a ride Description is needed ! Congrats on this achievement.
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