Suzuki Bandit - Page 5

JStory · 01-25-2009, 11:56 AM

I have 65k on my '00 1200. I'm on my fourth chain. Stocker lasted 16k. Next three were DID ZVM X-ring. Second chain lasted 24k, but probably should have been changed 4k earlier. It was pretty gnarly by the time I replaced it. Third lasted 20k. I put the fourth on at 60 k. My chain maintenance consists of spraying with WD-40 and wiping off with a rag about every 300 miles. YMMV.

As far as tires, I'm on my 12th set: Stock B'stone BT54, one set of Continental Contiforce, three sets of Dunlop 207, two sets of Metzeler Z4, three sets of Dunlop 220, currently on my second set of Continental Road Attacks. The Road Attacks are the best yet. 7.5k on the rear, close to 10k on the front. Again, YMMV.

Cortez · 01-25-2009, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by eaglej

I have never had a rear tire last longer than 4200 miles on this bike- and I run sport touring rubber Bridgestone 020's ( a bunch) but will now have to find something else because they don't make them anymore.

They make 021 though, as it's replacement, and it's supposedly much better
being dual compound, and should last even longer. The 020 was already
known for it's rather long life span. I've still got the 1st set of 020s on my
ER6F after 22k kms, but it's a mediocre tire at best.

Cortez · 01-25-2009, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JStory

My chain maintenance consists of spraying with WD-40 and wiping off with a rag about every 300 miles. YMMV.Again, YMMV.

You ARE aware that the WD40 is a degreaser?
You're keeping your chain clean, but also bone dry this way.

Dirtysouth · 01-25-2009, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Cortez

You ARE aware that the WD40 is a degreaser?
You're keeping your chain clean, but also bone dry this way.

The man is getting an average of 16k+ miles out of a chain on a 100hp+ bike with WD40, I'd say it's working for him.

3990 · 01-25-2009, 04:30 PM

My '08 Bandit... 'Haven't managed more than a 3.5hr trip, but hope to change that this season..

ManitouMike · 01-25-2009, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by JStory

As far as tires, I'm on my 12th set: Stock B'stone BT54, one set of Continental Contiforce, three sets of Dunlop 207, two sets of Metzeler Z4, three sets of Dunlop 220, currently on my second set of Continental Road Attacks. The Road Attacks are the best yet. 7.5k on the rear, close to 10k on the front. Again, YMMV.

+ 1 on Road Attacks

skunk · 01-25-2009, 05:47 PM

I put 7000 miles on my 07 Bandita last summer, riding all over the Northwest.

kutch · 01-25-2009, 08:27 PM

Lower fairing and bags...I like the look!

If you don't mind me asking...How much $$ for the total kit?

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Originally Posted by 3990

My '08 Bandit... 'Haven't managed more than a 3.5hr trip, but hope to change that this season..

Cortez · 01-26-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirtysouth

The man is getting an average of 16k+ miles out of a chain on a 100hp+ bike with WD40, I'd say it's working for him.

I'd say he could get 2-4k more, but also think that keeping it clean is
more important then lubing it, and not a good idea to lube a dirty chain
(even from my cycling experience).

Bamaboy · 01-26-2009, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirtysouth

The man is getting an average of 16k+ miles out of a chain on a 100hp+ bike with WD40, I'd say it's working for him.

I never heard of anyone lubing a motorcycle chain with WD40! Always a first for everything.

"WD-40_® protects metal from rust and corrosion, penetrates stuck parts, displaces moisture, and lubricates just about anything. WD-40 is also great when it comes to cleaning grease, grime, and other marks from most surfaces." -- WD40 website

LuciferMutt · 01-26-2009, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Bamaboy

I never heard of anyone lubing a motorcycle chain with WD40! Always a first for everything.

"WD-40_® protects metal from rust and corrosion, penetrates stuck parts, displaces moisture, and lubricates just about anything. WD-40 is also great when it comes to cleaning grease, grime, and other marks from most surfaces." -- WD40 website

Lubricates "just about anything" does not include the rubber 0-ring seals in the chain. The stuff attacks rubber and plastic. And yes...once it penetrates past the 0-rings it will disolve the grease sealed inside effectively ruining your chain.

It is a great cleaner. It will protect from rust and displace water. It WILL lubricate stuff, but for about 15 minutes before it is gone.

Cortez · 01-26-2009, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by DevilNinjaDog

Lubricates "just about anything" does not include the rubber 0-ring seals in the chain. The stuff attacks rubber and plastic. And yes...once it penetrates past the 0-rings it will disolve the grease sealed inside effectively ruining your chain.

It is a great cleaner. It will protect from rust and displace water. It WILL lubricate stuff, but for about 15 minutes before it is gone.

Exactly.
It will clean and displace water, and keeping the chain clean will keep it
running a long time itself, but add lube, and you get bonus miles.

Bamaboy · 01-26-2009, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by DevilNinjaDog

Lubricates "just about anything" does not include the rubber 0-ring seals in the chain. The stuff attacks rubber and plastic. And yes...once it penetrates past the 0-rings it will disolve the grease sealed inside effectively ruining your chain.

It is a great cleaner. It will protect from rust and displace water. It WILL lubricate stuff, but for about 15 minutes before it is gone.

That is what I was thinking would happen. I think it best to keep to chain lube spec. for bikes or heavy motor oil to lube the chain.

DLdeano · 01-26-2009, 04:26 PM

Nice look with the fairing lowers...I would like to see a few more pics, and opinions of them when you get a second. Are they functional at all for wind protection??

Looks sharp

LuciferMutt · 01-26-2009, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Bamaboy

That is what I was thinking would happen. I think it best to keep to chain lube spec. for bikes or heavy motor oil to lube the chain.

I really REALLY like Maxima chain wax. I spray it on a hot chain and then wipe off the excess.

NO fling off whatsoever. Chain stays clean and resists grit. The waxy substance protects the O-ring seals. Water literally beads on the chain.

I used to use PJ black and the stuff got everywhere, no matter how much I was careful to apply it sparingly and wipe off excess.

01-25-2009, 11:56 AM	#61
JStory Beastly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2004 Location: Dixon, CA Oddometer: 2,166	I have 65k on my '00 1200. I'm on my fourth chain. Stocker lasted 16k. Next three were DID ZVM X-ring. Second chain lasted 24k, but probably should have been changed 4k earlier. It was pretty gnarly by the time I replaced it. Third lasted 20k. I put the fourth on at 60 k. My chain maintenance consists of spraying with WD-40 and wiping off with a rag about every 300 miles. YMMV. As far as tires, I'm on my 12th set: Stock B'stone BT54, one set of Continental Contiforce, three sets of Dunlop 207, two sets of Metzeler Z4, three sets of Dunlop 220, currently on my second set of Continental Road Attacks. The Road Attacks are the best yet. 7.5k on the rear, close to 10k on the front. Again, YMMV. __________________ Jeff "He who makes a beast of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man." Dr Samuel Johnson. JStory screwed with this post 01-25-2009 at 12:03 PM

01-25-2009, 04:30 PM	#65
3990 Adventurer Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Ontario Canada Oddometer: 20	My '08 Bandit... 'Haven't managed more than a 3.5hr trip, but hope to change that this season.. __________________ Admit nothing. Deny everything. Make counter accusations. The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has it's limits...

01-25-2009, 05:47 PM	#67
skunk Mid-life crisis ver. 2.5 Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Missoula Montucky Oddometer: 61	I put 7000 miles on my 07 Bandita last summer, riding all over the Northwest. __________________ Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

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01-26-2009, 04:26 PM	#74
DLdeano Ridin' all I can Joined: May 2005 Location: N. Georgia, USA Oddometer: 924	Nice look with the fairing lowers...I would like to see a few more pics, and opinions of them when you get a second. Are they functional at all for wind protection?? Looks sharp