Barricade - Yamaha FZ-16 (2009) - Midnight Black

[Vishak]

December 2023 - Update

Jixie lent his bike temporarily during my rebuild. That time I noticed his rear brake feel was harder and on checking there was a return spring, which was missing in mine. Is it lost or did I forget to install it back, I can't recall.

Well I think i know why my rear brake pedal felt so loose at these time and I thought i was spoiled by the rear disc brake of R15

 

[deville_56]

March 2024 - Updates

My boy.

"That itch" repeats.

NGK G-Power CPR8EAGP-9 - ₹ 300.00 (MRP₹ 320.00)

Three month and 2.8k km old Bosch plug.

NGK G-Power.

Comparo.

Made in Thailand nowadays.

Outgoing Bosch R6.

Installed.

Washed

and it rained.

AMCO surpassed its expiry date and started showing signs of death. Just trying to rejuvenate.

 

[n_g_rjun]

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UPDATE

Finally found right length (80 cm) for just Rs 250 in Karol Bagh. Went there to grab a fork rod T and oil seal driver. On the way back, I saw a superbike mod shop and thought, let’s ask one last time. And the guy straightaway told me not to ask anyone else and pointed me to an unnamed shop in a narrow busy street. To my surprise, that little shop had all kinds of hoses.
Most of the hoses they had were DOT certified, but I’m not sure if that’s the real deal or just for the name.

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Hey, How's this holding up

 

[ansh240]

Hey, How's this holding up

Been holding up great, with no leaks or fraying. I’ve done around 6.5k km. Brake feel is firmer than stock, but over time, the lever has developed a bit of free play. It might be due to gradual brake pad wear, though the pads aren’t fully worn yet.

 

[deville_56]

April 2024 - Updates

Replaced the dying (or dead) AMCO with Amaron Pro Rider.

Amaron Pro-Rider AP-BTX5L - ₹ 1,350.00 (MRP ₹ 1,662.00, buyback + discount ₹ 312.00)

Repainting the grab handle for N+1th time. Stripped paint, sanded and painted matt black.

Condition of the old caliper. Sold in Olx in no time.

 

[deville_56]

2024 May - Updates

Wash time.

Bought Camp Auto brake liners again, though I didn't want to, despite their great performance. Bite is too good at the cost of high wear.
Brake Shoe Kit - Camp Auto CA14B-508NA - ₹ 320.00 (MRP ₹ 350.00)

Comes as complete set.

Sand paper provided for sanding up the drum.

Old Camp Auto liner.

New one.

Comparison. Only the middle part is worn.

Cleaned the plate and cam.

All set to go.

Office run.

 

[ansh240]

2024 May - Updates

Wash time.

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Bought Camp Auto brake liners again, though I didn't want to, despite their great performance. Bite is too good at the cost of high wear.
Brake Shoe Kit - Camp Auto CA14B-508NA - ₹ 320.00 (MRP ₹ 350.00)


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Comes as complete set.

Are these better than the stock ones? There’s hardly any initial bite with the stock setup, it’s like pressing into air. I’m planning to get a rear disc brake setup, but haven’t found a skilled lathe workshop yet.

 

[deville_56]

Are these better than the stock ones? There’s hardly any initial bite with the stock setup, it’s like pressing into air. I’m planning to get a rear disc brake setup, but haven’t found a skilled lathe workshop yet.

Yeah, bite is great, but eating into the drum liner.

 

[ansh240]

Yeah, bite is great, but eating into the drum liner.

Ah, I see. Performance but at the cost of durability. Btw, where did you get all the OEM spare parts from? I’ve been having a hard time finding reliable sources.

 

[deville_56]

Ah, I see. Performance but at the cost of durability. Btw, where did you get all the OEM spare parts from? I’ve been having a hard time finding reliable sources.

The Yamaha dealer here provides great support. Almost all parts are available in ready stock, and we can order what not with an ETA of a week or two. Moreover, many shops are selling genuine parts here, with one shop exclusively for Yamaha parts. For the worst case, I can reach out to the parts distributor in Kochi, who is an enthusiastic guy.

 

[ansh240]

The Yamaha dealer here provides great support. Almost all parts are available in ready stock, and we can order what not with an ETA of a week or two. Moreover, many shops are selling genuine parts here, with one shop exclusively for Yamaha parts. For the worst case, I can reach out to the parts distributor in Kochi, who is an enthusiastic guy.

You're very lucky bro. I had one dealer who used to get parts in 2–3 days, but now it’s been almost 2 months with no update. I’m trying to get the R15 V3 slipper clutch assembly, but no one has it in stock and they can’t even backorder it. Getting smaller parts is becoming really hard to source lately.

 

[deville_56]

You're very lucky bro. I had one dealer who used to get parts in 2–3 days, but now it’s been almost 2 months with no update. I’m trying to get the R15 V3 slipper clutch assembly, but no one has it in stock and they can’t even backorder it. Getting smaller parts is becoming really hard to source lately.


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I'll DM the distributors number. Inquire with him. He ships too.

 

[ansh240]

I'll DM the distributors number. Inquire with him. He ships too.

Thanks a lot bro! Really appreciate your help with this. I’ll contact him and let you know how it goes.