Don't miss these 2 chain related videos for TVS Apache; must watch for Apache riders: 1. th-cam.com/video/Zfrqgch59M8/w-d-xo.html 2. th-cam.com/video/Uc8qKzecYRA/w-d-xo.html
I am glad that you have an apache 200. I also have a 200 rtr and I only know to love my bike and nothing else. This channel really helps me to take care of my bike
Great video on chain cleaning . I love how very well informed your videos are. Here, you are engaging 1st gear and cleaning and lubing the chain, isn't it bad ? I have seen other motorcyclist say it's a bad method to clean or lube the chain. Shouldn't it be rotated by hand ?
Yes, avoid doing it as it has can pull and crush your fingers (same is mentioned in the video). Thanks a lot for appreciating the technical content, really means a lot to me 😊 Don't miss out these other technical stuff on chain maintenance: 1. Rust: th-cam.com/video/SRLMWxFeKKg/w-d-xo.html 2. Slider: th-cam.com/video/Uc8qKzecYRA/w-d-xo.html 3. Slack 1: th-cam.com/video/vV8BAKwWDXs/w-d-xo.html 4. Slack 2: th-cam.com/video/Zfrqgch59M8/w-d-xo.html
Hi brother, thanks for your excellent video. I have one doubt is chain lubricate is necessary what is the complications inter linked with this like it decreases the mileage? , Or else I need to lubricate only when it looks dirty ?
Hi Vamshi, Cleaning and lubrication is a regular need depending upon the riding conditions. Usually chain lubrication should be done every 500-600km while cleaning should be done around every 2000-3000km (depending upon the chain condition).
Hi, I took short test ride of my cousin brother's 200. Liked it very much and I also purchased Apache rtr 200. Just one thing I felt front brake is too sharp for my liking. It doesn't slows me down but just bring me to halt immediately. can you please help me. what can be to reduce that instant bite and sharpness?
Very well shown the chain maintenance. One should be extremely careful while the chain is driven. DIY beginners better manually rotate the wheel till they are conversant with the methods. Remove the key from the vehicle , while doing periodical maintenance.
Hello, the video is very helpful. But I have one question. Do I need to change the chain sprocket after some specified kilometers as mentioned in the manual? Or how will I come to know that there is a need to change the chain sprocket apart from specified kilometers mentioned in the manual?
Hey bro, needed your advice on the chain noise. Surprisingly, there is this knocking in the chain when there is weight put on the bike i.e. rider only or plus pillion. And this sound is there after a certain rotation of the chain happening throughout all gears, 1st and 2nd being the highest. When the bike is kept in the main stand and started with free movement of gear change there no sound being heard like the knocking part.. had taken it to the service center yet they were not able to understand what this problem is as it’s definitely not coming out of the engine.
Front is 13T & rear is 45T. Yes, you are right technically reducing teeth number from rear will improve the top end at the cost of acceleration. Thanks for appreciating the video 😊
@@thesportztourer bro, I wanted to try this out when I replace my chain sprockets on my FZ V3. Can we get such rear sprocket with reduced teeth from authorised service centres? Or should we look for an after Market one?
@@thesportztourer please reply if you have any information on this or if anyone had tried this out. I love your videos as much as I Love my bike. Good content and way of presentation is great👌👌👌❤️
Hi, Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any ways we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used. So technically Diesel won't have any adverse effect when used for cleaning O ring chain.
Hlo sir mera front Spocket pura wear out ho gya Tha or chain and back Spocket abi v thik thak condition m Hai.. to mene aaj only front Spocket change kra ... Esa krna beneficial h bike k liye ya ni?? Plz rply sir
I am so frustrated of that sound even the tvs mechanics can't recognise the problem i purchased my vehicle on 26 march 2017 so it's not an issue of old chain.
Hi Shivam, a little bit of noise is expected from every chain. If it is still occurring after cleaning & lubing then adjusting the chain slack seems to be the option. Also open the front sprocket cover & check if anything is interfering there with then front sprocket. Also check for the noise on other bikes in the service station so that you can explain your problem to the mechanic/service advisor.
awesome video with all explanation. But i have a question that can i use motul chain cleaner instead of diesel to clean the chain ? please suggest. i have been told that diesel is not good for chain cleaning as it will destroy the rubber in the sprocket. is this true ?
Hi Japjit, Of course you can use the Motul chain cleaner. Chain cleaner is nothing but degreaser. Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any way we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used.
hello my friend, congratulations for your videos, i have a question,do you know where is the location of speed sensor, i ve been searching it on the front wheel and didnt no see it!!!!!!!
I returned from a trip of 700 km ...on cb hornet 160r , heavy luggage was carried on one side ( 20kg almost) ..now I m feeling some unbalanced thing while driving...what should I do
Hello mene motul ka lubricant use kia h same tarike se chain clean ki everything is fine pr abhi 100km hi hua h or chain pr lube toh h pr chain pr rui k dhage chote chote ball or ye sb dirt chipak rha h dhul toh nhi pr ye sb chipak rha h any solution
@@thesportztourer in city...some times will use in highways ....... I have shortlisted 1. Sp125 2.shine 125... But I have doubt are those bikes are having value for money!!! Please suggest me sir.....such a good bike
Hello sir I cleaned the chain as you said but now I am getting chain noice .where as the tire alignment is correct and the slack is also 1and half inch .what could be the coz can you please help me this
Waxpol or motul in terms of quality? And how long does that small waxpol can lasts? Please answer sir. Whether diesel appropriate to spray on chain as the rubber rings could lose their flexibility as diesel is harsh and volatile on rubber?
I hope my long and lengthy comment compensates for the late reply 😊 Both do a good job with sticking to the chain and do not cause any mess by spraying. The Motul C2 does lasts longer you can check that on this series: th-cam.com/play/PLDzB4F3L5AFrSu-Q_kWTkxVU1yZqjM608.html Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (and we do clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used. So technically Diesel won't have any adverse effect when used for cleaning O ring chain.
Hi Vishal, SAE 90 Gear oil is good as a lubricant but in real world application it does attracts dust and needs frequent lubrication. My experience with Motul chain C2 chain lube has been good. TVS Tru4 chain lube is a value for money lube for it's price (similar to OKS, Rolon etc). Right now I am using a different chain lube (premium one) but yet to cover enough km to give a verdict on it 😊
@@thesportztourer which lube are u using right now and what is your experience and suggest me which oil i will use in my Apache i want premium best oil ✌️🏻☺️
I'm too having an Apache 200 my bike's only issue is while downshifting the gears gets engaged in a very rough manner. What r ur recommendations sir??.
Hi, Assuming your chain is in good condition (cleaned and adjusted). I would suggest you to adjust the gear lever position and if needed get the clutch adjusted. Have made a specific video here: th-cam.com/video/Y_r-XQWIT6U/w-d-xo.html
Hi +Debasish Gourav, Matte paint on the apache don't have any clear coat so no need of surface treatment or preparation. No need to worry about the swirl marks on matte paint but you can still use wax if you want to take some extra care.
Hi +Debasish Gourav, Actually wax won't be required but if want to use one on matte paint then go for liquid wax or quick detailer, Avoid using paste or hard wax as they give out shine which isn't required on matte paint surface. Don't directly apply on the surface, use a microfibre cloth instead to apply. Paint manufacturers & detailing companies would still advice to just wash & wipe matte paint & no extra care like wax/polish/rubbing would be required. So it's very easy to maintain matte surface.
bro according to me WAXPOL is the best. I also have matte finish black rtr and i been using from the very first day. From the past 3 year whenever i do polish it looks brand new everytime. Plus its cheap too (150) and trusted atleast by me. But its your preference which polish you want to use.
I own a Apache rtr 200 4v race edition 2.0, 5gears and as per the forums my bike has a 13 teeth front sprocket and a 45 teeth rear sprocket, I use my motorcycle for touring purpose and minimal to none city riding, I didn't think much about the lack of 6th gear and the shorter gearing but now I'm noticing it a lot and it's a bit annoying to while cruising at highway speeds at 6k-7k rpm, so I'm thinking of replacing my front 13 teeth sprocket with a 14 or 15 teeth sprocket, but the question I have is is it safe to do and if so which sprocket do I get? I heard the apache 160 has a 14 teeth sprocket, is it compatible with my apache 200, pulsar 180 and 150 have a 15 teeth sprocket, will it be compatible with my apache 200, its been 2 months since I bought the motor cycle and the odo reads 1400kms, I do understand that the chain and sprocket should be replaced as a set for better wear, since the odo reading is less and the sprocket is relatively new, I'm planning to replace only the front sprocket, please guide me
@@thesportztourer thank you very much for the quick response, U make very good content, and I love it and I understand the effort that goes into each one, keep it going and best of luck
I had a problem with chain noise. it is making sound after lubing and don't know when it will stop. the noise occurrs randomly. I took to the service centre and they to didn't find the problem. they changed the front sprocket and chain ( not rear sprocket). I couldn't find a solution.
Hi +srinivas1234 madugula, well its difficult to judge & give a solution like this but I would say check on the chain slider. Noise from the chain can either be due to lack of proper clean & lubrication (not applicable in your case as you said your chain is lubed), chain slack adjustment or alignment issues. As the noise is random you have to check the source. Hope this would be useful for you.
Hi +Ravi kiran, I usually lubricate it every 500-700km. Depends upon the riding condition, frequent cleaning & lubrication is required in rains & dusty condition.
Hi Bhanu Sharma, New engine mein heating hona common hai. Abhi motorcycle run in period mein hai, engine ko settle hone mein time lagega fir sab normal ho jayega. Heating, false neutrals, roughness etc are common in new motorcycles. If you still feel there is something abnormal then you can visit the service for help. Over heating can be due to badly tuned carb where this video can help: th-cam.com/video/3LOP8asQ6Ek/w-d-xo.html
Hi +Manash Sarkar, Yes you can use SAE 90 gear oil to lubricant the chain. It is cost effective & works well. My experience with gear oil was good, the only issue with gear oil is the mess it creates. Its spills/sprays around a lot & also attracts dust/dirt.
+Manash Sarkar I have used this: From HP: amzn.to/2vov8Or You can also go for this as I have heard good about Bosch gear oil: Bosch: amzn.to/2vo8fuy You can get the HP one from your nearest HP fuel station
Hi! Both are good but in my experience its easy to work and clean off the residue with diesel. Have you checked this one: th-cam.com/video/SRLMWxFeKKg/w-d-xo.html
@@thesportztourer i cleaned my RTR 200 chain with Diesel and used motul chain spray ..... definitely i can see improvement in smoothness and acceleration...thanks for this video
@@thesportztourer and i wiped my chain with a clean cloth till i can see some Diesel residue..so i kept it for about 2hrs and the Diesel completely evaporated
Hi Harish, you can use Kerosene but I would still prefer diesel. Diesel is more refined & cleaner liquid (less prone to oxidation). No clear damage with Kerosene but you may face some some hard time cleaning up the Kerosene residue from the chain & spills around the bike (wheels, swing arm etc) & off course the smell of kerosene vapours/fumes. P.S: Be very careful with your fingers if you are working on running chain. All the best.
Hi Amit, Chain cleaner is nothing but degreaser. Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any ways we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. Yes, I do have the Motul chain cleaner which I use for my long rides as it makes the job easier (and easy to carry).
Even after cleaning and lubricating , still the noise comes , it's very irritating sound , unable to ride the bike with that sound , please can you give any another solution?
Hi Shalu, As per my experience 2 rounds on the links are more than enough to lube the links and rollers and covers up if some were missed in round one 😊
Does the upper portion of chain normally touch the surface before entering into the small sprocket while rotating, as in this video m.th-cam.com/video/F98SGZBpSZk/w-d-xo.html 0.31. I'm asking about the chain in correct condition not as that in the video. I showed the video only for you to understand the correct portion.
Hi, I took short test ride of my cousin brother's 200. Liked it very much and I also purchased Apache rtr 200. Just one thing I felt front brake is too sharp for my liking. It doesn't slows me down but just bring me to halt immediately. can you please help me. what can be to reduce that instant bite and sharpness?
arshad javed Hi, congratulations to you on your 200. The 270mm front & 240mm rear disc brakes performs efficiently on the RTR 200. I would suggest you to practice braking with braking forces distributed as 70% from front brake & rest 30% from rear brake. Remember braking from your side should be progressive. No the disc brakes on RTR or as a matter on any bike are not adjustable for braking force/performance. Ride safe.
The Sportztourer thanks for prompt response. Also wanted to ask have you done any paint protection for bike. I can't find any suitable thing in Indian market for matte finish.
+arshad javed I personally won't recommend any polish/wax for matte colours. As these things are used to bring shine/gloss which will beat the purpose of having matte colour. Matte colors are generally very durable colors which don't require any special attention that is reason you find them in many commercial & defence vehicle. Use a good washing product & a microfiber cloth to clean the bike.
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Don't miss these 2 chain related videos for TVS Apache; must watch for Apache riders:
1. th-cam.com/video/Zfrqgch59M8/w-d-xo.html
2. th-cam.com/video/Uc8qKzecYRA/w-d-xo.html
I am glad that you have an apache 200. I also have a 200 rtr and I only know to love my bike and nothing else. This channel really helps me to take care of my bike
That was really a big compliment and motivation for me to make more such videos 😊
Happy to know you care so much about your motorcycle 👍
Very detailed and informative, i will clean my front sprocket next weekend :D
+Ankur Rajpali Thanks & all the best for the cleaning. Be careful with the running chain & do update the difference.
Very Nice 👍
Great video on chain cleaning . I love how very well informed your videos are. Here, you are engaging 1st gear and cleaning and lubing the chain, isn't it bad ? I have seen other motorcyclist say it's a bad method to clean or lube the chain. Shouldn't it be rotated by hand ?
Yes, avoid doing it as it has can pull and crush your fingers (same is mentioned in the video).
Thanks a lot for appreciating the technical content, really means a lot to me 😊
Don't miss out these other technical stuff on chain maintenance:
1. Rust: th-cam.com/video/SRLMWxFeKKg/w-d-xo.html
2. Slider: th-cam.com/video/Uc8qKzecYRA/w-d-xo.html
3. Slack 1: th-cam.com/video/vV8BAKwWDXs/w-d-xo.html
4. Slack 2: th-cam.com/video/Zfrqgch59M8/w-d-xo.html
Hi brother, thanks for your excellent video. I have one doubt is chain lubricate is necessary what is the complications inter linked with this like it decreases the mileage? , Or else I need to lubricate only when it looks dirty ?
Hi Vamshi,
Cleaning and lubrication is a regular need depending upon the riding conditions. Usually chain lubrication should be done every 500-600km while cleaning should be done around every 2000-3000km (depending upon the chain condition).
Nice video.
Can I use kerosine instead of diesel ?
Which is better ?
Or is there any side-effects of diesel or kerosine ?
Hi, I took short test ride of my cousin brother's 200. Liked it very much and I also purchased Apache rtr 200. Just one thing I felt front brake is too sharp for my liking. It doesn't slows me down but just bring me to halt immediately. can you please help me. what can be to reduce that instant bite and sharpness?
Very well shown the chain maintenance. One should be extremely careful while the chain is driven. DIY beginners better manually rotate the wheel till they are conversant with the methods. Remove the key from the vehicle , while doing periodical maintenance.
Thank you buddy love your videos
I tested many chain cleaners .. i felt that diesel is the best chain cleaner .... does it has any bad effects ?
Hello, the video is very helpful. But I have one question. Do I need to change the chain sprocket after some specified kilometers as mentioned in the manual? Or how will I come to know that there is a need to change the chain sprocket apart from specified kilometers mentioned in the manual?
Thank you now my apache chain is better after cleaning
That's great +het soni, happy to know that. Treat yourself with a short ride on the Apache to enjoy the smooth ride 😊
Ride safe.
The Sportztourer get more videos on tvs apache rtr 200 4v i am waiting
Sure +het soni, more videos are on the way 👍 till then enjoy the other videos on this channel 😊
Hey bro, needed your advice on the chain noise. Surprisingly, there is this knocking in the chain when there is weight put on the bike i.e. rider only or plus pillion. And this sound is there after a certain rotation of the chain happening throughout all gears, 1st and 2nd being the highest. When the bike is kept in the main stand and started with free movement of gear change there no sound being heard like the knocking part.. had taken it to the service center yet they were not able to understand what this problem is as it’s definitely not coming out of the engine.
What is the front and rear sprocket size? Will changing the back sprocket to a lower toothed one improve the top end?
Great Video ! Cheers!
Front is 13T & rear is 45T. Yes, you are right technically reducing teeth number from rear will improve the top end at the cost of acceleration.
Thanks for appreciating the video 😊
@@thesportztourer bro, I wanted to try this out when I replace my chain sprockets on my FZ V3.
Can we get such rear sprocket with reduced teeth from authorised service centres? Or should we look for an after Market one?
@@thesportztourer please reply if you have any information on this or if anyone had tried this out.
I love your videos as much as I Love my bike. Good content and way of presentation is great👌👌👌❤️
Hi Girish,
Have you checked this: th-cam.com/video/hfjWFAUQGjw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for supporting the channel, means a lot to me.
@@thesportztourer yes. Just now I was watching this video. Thanks for sharing the link bro.
@thesportztourer: Can we use diesel as an alternate for cleaning chain instead of kerosene?
Hi Dilip,
Yes you can use diesel 👍
I have heard that spraying Petrol/ Diesel on O-ring type chain actually damages the rubber inside it. Correct me if wrong.
Hi,
Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any ways we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used. So technically Diesel won't have any adverse effect when used for cleaning O ring chain.
Hlo sir mera front Spocket pura wear out ho gya Tha or chain and back Spocket abi v thik thak condition m Hai.. to mene aaj only front Spocket change kra ...
Esa krna beneficial h bike k liye ya ni?? Plz rply sir
hey did u faced any chain sound problem in 4 and 5th gear while riding..
No Shivam, no such sound experienced. I regularly clean & lube the chain. Chain slack must be adjusted to the recommended limit to avoid such issues.
I am so frustrated of that sound even the tvs mechanics can't recognise the problem i purchased my vehicle on 26 march 2017 so it's not an issue of old chain.
Hi Shivam, a little bit of noise is expected from every chain. If it is still occurring after cleaning & lubing then adjusting the chain slack seems to be the option. Also open the front sprocket cover & check if anything is interfering there with then front sprocket.
Also check for the noise on other bikes in the service station so that you can explain your problem to the mechanic/service advisor.
👍👍👍👍👍
Hi, thanks for video, i have one question, the chain type its 520??
Thanks
Super cool ❤
awesome video with all explanation. But i have a question that can i use motul chain cleaner instead of diesel to clean the chain ? please suggest.
i have been told that diesel is not good for chain cleaning as it will destroy the rubber in the sprocket. is this true ?
Hi Japjit,
Of course you can use the Motul chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner is nothing but degreaser. Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any way we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly.
However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used.
@@thesportztourer thanks for that info. :)
very useful. Thank you.
+Sreenivasa Reddy Most welcome.. keep tuned on this channel for more such update (already in making).
very informative video. thank you....
+N Dash Thanks for the appreciation. Do check out the other videos & keep a check on the channel for more such videos.
hello my friend, congratulations for your videos, i have a question,do you know where is the location of speed sensor, i ve been searching it on the front wheel and didnt no see it!!!!!!!
Thanks Gvo Restrepo, This time TVS have shifted the speed sensor to the rear wheel.
And you know where is in the rear wheel? Because i didt see a cable or something
Gvo Restrepo u will find that at front chain sprocket.
+Anurag Azad Right!
I returned from a trip of 700 km ...on cb hornet 160r , heavy luggage was carried on one side ( 20kg almost) ..now I m feeling some unbalanced thing while driving...what should I do
Can use oil grease for chain
Hello mene motul ka lubricant use kia h same tarike se chain clean ki everything is fine pr abhi 100km hi hua h or chain pr lube toh h pr chain pr rui k dhage chote chote ball or ye sb dirt chipak rha h dhul toh nhi pr ye sb chipak rha h any solution
Nice good clean tnq u
Bro in 125cc segment which bs6 bike is better to use office purpose?
Hi Ashok,
Have you shortlisted any motorcycle? What kind of roads will you put the motorcycle into use? City/highway?
@@thesportztourer in city...some times will use in highways .......
I have shortlisted
1. Sp125
2.shine 125...
But I have doubt are those bikes are having value for money!!!
Please suggest me sir.....such a good bike
@@itsashokdasaradha2025 both are good. By the way, which one did you buy?
Hello sir I cleaned the chain as you said but now I am getting chain noice .where as the tire alignment is correct and the slack is also 1and half inch .what could be the coz can you please help me this
Thankyou bro
Can you help me with the tools used to remove the axle bolt and the drive chain
Can i use kerosene for chain cleaning? ?
Waxpol or motul in terms of quality? And how long does that small waxpol can lasts? Please answer sir. Whether diesel appropriate to spray on chain as the rubber rings could lose their flexibility as diesel is harsh and volatile on rubber?
I hope my long and lengthy comment compensates for the late reply 😊
Both do a good job with sticking to the chain and do not cause any mess by spraying. The Motul C2 does lasts longer you can check that on this series: th-cam.com/play/PLDzB4F3L5AFrSu-Q_kWTkxVU1yZqjM608.html
Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (and we do clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly. However in cold countries where temperature reaches lower than 0 deg C, diesel fails to act as degreaser as it has a tendency to turn into jelly state when stored in open (non insulated/iso-thermal way). In such case citrus based degreaser are used. So technically Diesel won't have any adverse effect when used for cleaning O ring chain.
Front spocket small paly...its problem ?
Which is better 90 gear oil or motul chain lubricant some saying oil is better lubricant gets dry earlier
Hi Vishal,
SAE 90 Gear oil is good as a lubricant but in real world application it does attracts dust and needs frequent lubrication.
My experience with Motul chain C2 chain lube has been good. TVS Tru4 chain lube is a value for money lube for it's price (similar to OKS, Rolon etc).
Right now I am using a different chain lube (premium one) but yet to cover enough km to give a verdict on it 😊
@@thesportztourer which lube are u using right now and what is your experience and suggest me which oil i will use in my Apache i want premium best oil ✌️🏻☺️
I'm too having an Apache 200 my bike's only issue is while downshifting the gears gets engaged in a very rough manner. What r ur recommendations sir??.
Hi,
Assuming your chain is in good condition (cleaned and adjusted). I would suggest you to adjust the gear lever position and if needed get the clutch adjusted. Have made a specific video here: th-cam.com/video/Y_r-XQWIT6U/w-d-xo.html
Very nyc
Thanks Shubham 😊
Thanks!
Rutwik Khalanekar Most welcome.. keep a regular check on this space for more such videos.
thanks for the video..very precausious and informative..
Hi Franky James, Glad to know you found it informative 😊
Awesome video😍
which polish do you use on Apache's matte body,can u please do a video about it ?
Hi +Debasish Gourav,
Matte paint on the apache don't have any clear coat so no need of surface treatment or preparation. No need to worry about the swirl marks on matte paint but you can still use wax if you want to take some extra care.
okay ,,thanks bro,But am really noob here ,,can u suggest some wax products ,which are good for my red 200
Hi +Debasish Gourav,
Actually wax won't be required but if want to use one on matte paint then go for liquid wax or quick detailer, Avoid using paste or hard wax as they give out shine which isn't required on matte paint surface. Don't directly apply on the surface, use a microfibre cloth instead to apply.
Paint manufacturers & detailing companies would still advice to just wash & wipe matte paint & no extra care like wax/polish/rubbing would be required. So it's very easy to maintain matte surface.
thanks man,,really help me a lot
bro according to me WAXPOL is the best. I also have matte finish black rtr and i been using from the very first day. From the past 3 year whenever i do polish it looks brand new everytime. Plus its cheap too (150) and trusted atleast by me. But its your preference which polish you want to use.
I own a Apache rtr 200 4v race edition 2.0, 5gears and as per the forums my bike has a 13 teeth front sprocket and a 45 teeth rear sprocket, I use my motorcycle for touring purpose and minimal to none city riding, I didn't think much about the lack of 6th gear and the shorter gearing but now I'm noticing it a lot and it's a bit annoying to while cruising at highway speeds at 6k-7k rpm, so I'm thinking of replacing my front 13 teeth sprocket with a 14 or 15 teeth sprocket, but the question I have is is it safe to do and if so which sprocket do I get? I heard the apache 160 has a 14 teeth sprocket, is it compatible with my apache 200, pulsar 180 and 150 have a 15 teeth sprocket, will it be compatible with my apache 200, its been 2 months since I bought the motor cycle and the odo reads 1400kms, I do understand that the chain and sprocket should be replaced as a set for better wear, since the odo reading is less and the sprocket is relatively new, I'm planning to replace only the front sprocket, please guide me
Hi Kaushik,
I would request you to wait for a week or two as you will get to see something similar on this channel 😊
@@thesportztourer thank you very much for the quick response, U make very good content, and I love it and I understand the effort that goes into each one, keep it going and best of luck
I had a problem with chain noise. it is making sound after lubing and don't know when it will stop. the noise occurrs randomly. I took to the service centre and they to didn't find the problem. they changed the front sprocket and chain ( not rear sprocket). I couldn't find a solution.
Hi +srinivas1234 madugula, well its difficult to judge & give a solution like this but I would say check on the chain slider. Noise from the chain can either be due to lack of proper clean & lubrication (not applicable in your case as you said your chain is lubed), chain slack adjustment or alignment issues. As the noise is random you have to check the source. Hope this would be useful for you.
srinivas1234 madugula alignment issue.. does your chain get loose often?
murali prasad yes for a week ride it gets loosen
Super video making
Thanks Ramkumar for calling it super 😊
Can we use petrol instead of diesel
Hi Mohit,
Petrol is highly volatile when compared to diesel. Diesel is a better degreaser when compared to Petrol 👍
The Sportztourer thanx
And one more thing can we use 2T oil for temporary oiling?
Doesn't this part get covered in servicing of the bike?
Depends upon your service center. I got a lot of messages that only chain is cleaned & lubricated, front sprocket area is left as it is.
No, they charge 180 extra for chain lube
& how often you lubricate your RTR...?
Hi +Ravi kiran, I usually lubricate it every 500-700km. Depends upon the riding condition, frequent cleaning & lubrication is required in rains & dusty condition.
Kya apachee 200cc me heating problem h kya meri bike engine bhut heat ho rhi bike liy sirf ek hafta huaa h
Hi Bhanu Sharma,
New engine mein heating hona common hai. Abhi motorcycle run in period mein hai, engine ko settle hone mein time lagega fir sab normal ho jayega.
Heating, false neutrals, roughness etc are common in new motorcycles.
If you still feel there is something abnormal then you can visit the service for help. Over heating can be due to badly tuned carb where this video can help: th-cam.com/video/3LOP8asQ6Ek/w-d-xo.html
Bhai ak closed chain me video banau,how to clean a closed chain system of a bike
Hi Swarup,
Cleaning process remains almost the same. Aap ko chain cover alag se nikalna padega 👍
Can i use gear oil for chain lubricant...
Hi +Manash Sarkar,
Yes you can use SAE 90 gear oil to lubricant the chain. It is cost effective & works well.
My experience with gear oil was good, the only issue with gear oil is the mess it creates. Its spills/sprays around a lot & also attracts dust/dirt.
The Sportztourer thanks
Best gear oil.
+Manash Sarkar
I have used this:
From HP: amzn.to/2vov8Or
You can also go for this as I have heard good about Bosch gear oil:
Bosch: amzn.to/2vo8fuy
You can get the HP one from your nearest HP fuel station
How to identify, when to change chain sproket
Is kerosene or diesel good?
Hi!
Both are good but in my experience its easy to work and clean off the residue with diesel. Have you checked this one: th-cam.com/video/SRLMWxFeKKg/w-d-xo.html
how many hours does the Diesel takes to dry completely?
Evaporation depends upon the surrounding temperature. It's better to wipe the chain dry with a clean cotton cloth.
@@thesportztourer i cleaned my RTR 200 chain with Diesel and used motul chain spray ..... definitely i can see improvement in smoothness and acceleration...thanks for this video
@@thesportztourer and i wiped my chain with a clean cloth till i can see some Diesel residue..so i kept it for about 2hrs and the Diesel completely evaporated
Does 200 4v have o ring chain?
is it good to clean chain with kerosene
Hi Harish, you can use Kerosene but I would still prefer diesel. Diesel is more refined & cleaner liquid (less prone to oxidation).
No clear damage with Kerosene but you may face some some hard time cleaning up the Kerosene residue from the chain & spills around the bike (wheels, swing arm etc) & off course the smell of kerosene vapours/fumes.
P.S: Be very careful with your fingers if you are working on running chain.
All the best.
what are the sprocket sizes?
Hi +Vaibhav Joshi, 13T in the front & 45T in the rear.
The Sportztourer that's the same as rtr180
Vaibhav Joshi 1st you bought Apache 200
can i use petrol
Hi Ashish,
Better use Diesel as Petrol is too volatile to clean and take the dirt away.
The Sportztourer thanks
Thnku man 🙏🙏
😊😊
what lub...spray u used (brand)?
+Ravi kiran, I have used many chain spray lubricants & presently using this amzn.to/2t8l1fO & found this Motul lube to be really good & long lasting.
Use tvs chain spray its best
The spray you used what is it? Water?
The spray u used in the beginning to clean sprocket
Hi Amit,
That's diesel 👍
You need to wipe it completely before you start spraying the lubricant.
Why use diseal? Is there not any product available from motul or other brands for this purpose ?
Hi Amit,
Chain cleaner is nothing but degreaser. Chemically diesel is one of the best degreaser with good solubility & lower volatile nature, which helps to drain the dirt deposits from the chain link. Flash point of diesel is high enough to make it safe to use it on chain (any ways we clean the residue) and it doesn't ignites with spark/static. Only thing that should of concern is the oxidation rate of a degreaser which very slow in case of diesel (but present) so it necessary that we wipe out the residue diesel. Being a strong degreaser it cleans thoroughly but we should always take care that latter the chain links are lubed propertly.
Yes, I do have the Motul chain cleaner which I use for my long rides as it makes the job easier (and easy to carry).
Diesel and Petrol Isn't Recommend
It damages ur O rings in Long Run
thanks for vedio..
+Suraj Patil Most welcome Suraj!
plz upload more vedio
+Suraj Patil Any specific suggestions? Have you seen rest of videos on this channel?
it was best
Thanks Rojen
Even after cleaning and lubricating , still the noise comes , it's very irritating sound , unable to ride the bike with that sound , please can you give any another solution?
Hi,
I have specially made a video for that: th-cam.com/video/7tWrylPGvE0/w-d-xo.html
How much amount of chain lube we have to spray?
Hi Shalu,
As per my experience 2 rounds on the links are more than enough to lube the links and rollers and covers up if some were missed in round one 😊
Thanks bro...
How to tight the chain in apache 1604v do a video for that...no one do that. So you can do it.
Bro my chain is getting wear and sounds tuk tuk while moving how we can solve I think it is somewhere hitting
Same problem bro...
@@amitsehra1358chain is either very tight or rear tyre not aligned properly. Try to loosen the chain first.
@@tiaussardar8192 Mine had to tightened on the contrary!!
Screw is very tight, I damaged the thread itself while trying to remove it
i cleaned the chain using kerosene and clean in it with water afterwards..then i lubed...bt am hearing chain noise...my chain has a life of 5k KM
Everyone, while attempting to clean your chain and lubrication, NEVER PUT YOUR BIKE IN GEAR. It is best way to lose your fingers. Accident do happen
Chain sprocket price bro
Hi Sai,
If I remember correctly it was around ~2700 (excluding labour charges).
Bro don't use petrol it will damage your chain o rings your can use Kerocine or disel
Good video but, never do this while engine is started. Too much risk.
Pani se nahi hoga bro sirf diesel se hoga Asa hai
Its not even dirty u should have seen my chain sprocket it was to the point u cant even see the colour of the sprocket
Waxpol is very sticky
Does the upper portion of chain normally touch the surface before entering into the small sprocket while rotating, as in this video m.th-cam.com/video/F98SGZBpSZk/w-d-xo.html
0.31. I'm asking about the chain in correct condition not as that in the video. I showed the video only for you to understand the correct portion.
Hi, I took short test ride of my cousin brother's 200. Liked it very much and I also purchased Apache rtr 200. Just one thing I felt front brake is too sharp for my liking. It doesn't slows me down but just bring me to halt immediately. can you please help me. what can be to reduce that instant bite and sharpness?
arshad javed Hi, congratulations to you on your 200. The 270mm front & 240mm rear disc brakes performs efficiently on the RTR 200. I would suggest you to practice braking with braking forces distributed as 70% from front brake & rest 30% from rear brake. Remember braking from your side should be progressive. No the disc brakes on RTR or as a matter on any bike are not adjustable for braking force/performance. Ride safe.
The Sportztourer thanks for prompt response. Also wanted to ask have you done any paint protection for bike. I can't find any suitable thing in Indian market for matte finish.
+arshad javed I personally won't recommend any polish/wax for matte colours. As these things are used to bring shine/gloss which will beat the purpose of having matte colour. Matte colors are generally very durable colors which don't require any special attention that is reason you find them in many commercial & defence vehicle. Use a good washing product & a microfiber cloth to clean the bike.
The Sportztourer my matt colour became glossy
The Sportztourer I heard that diesel is not a good cleaning agent