Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience

a4anurag · 22nd June 2015, 13:19

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Originally Posted by SunnyBoi

New OEM rotor is recommended if the one on the bike has deep grooves or is worn out thin.

I have a "chow chow bath" of parts for brakes. Except the caliper and rotor, I have swapped out all parts with other bike ones. Master Cylinder from a pulsar 180, brake lever from Avenger, hose from a Pulsar 220 and EBC HH brake pads.

Can i get the Chow chow bath?!

I am looking at change from the master cylinder to the braided hose. Rest is good.

The disc plate has lot of concentric circles though.

bluevolt · 22nd June 2015, 17:09

Forgot to mention that I noticed yesterday that the accelerator's cable is coming out from the its protection cover (black color) from the place it is being attached to the accelerator handle. The mechanic told me that I need to get them replaced. I deferred the replacement as he did not have the original Hero accelerator cables.

Should I procure genuine spare part from Hero or go for any after market replacement?

a4anurag · 22nd June 2015, 17:27

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Originally Posted by bluevolt

The mechanic told me that I need to get them replaced. I deferred the replacement as he did not have the original Hero accelerator cables.

Should I procure genuine spare part from Hero or go for any after market replacement?

With these costs, I feel it is best to stick to OEM ones.

Accelerator cable A - Rs 82;
Accelerator cable B - Rs 89.

Replace them and do change both at a time.

SunnyBoi · 23rd June 2015, 12:34

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Originally Posted by Manoj2268

@Sunny:

If i remember, you have fit braided hoses for the front disc? Which bike's did you use?

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

Can i know the costs and what all you bought for the braided hose? I am thinking to get installed in my Karizma. Some guidance would help me. Thanks.

Part Number for the braided hose. I couldn't find this picture earlier :

Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience-img_20130224_201600.jpg

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

Can i get the Chow chow bath?!

I am looking at change from the master cylinder to the braided hose. Rest is good.

The disc plate has lot of concentric circles though.

Chow chow bath recepie is mentioned in my previous post

Its upto you to prepare and use it hehe.

If the rotor aka disc plate has concentric circles, feel it with fingernails. If it gets caught, then change the rotor, else keep it.

Rachit.K.Dogra · 25th June 2015, 21:57

Guys, Need a small help. Can anyone recommend a good bike cover for Karizma which covers it completely.

Please if you can share the shop in Delhi/Gurgaon or share an online link that will be really helpful.
There are too many bad covers available online these days that it is difficult to find the right one.

Regards
Rachit

rakesh_r · 26th June 2015, 09:35

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

With these costs, I feel it is best to stick to OEM ones.

Accelerator cable A - Rs 82;
Accelerator cable B - Rs 89.

Replace them and do change both at a time.

I removed the B cable long back and rode it only the A cable for close to a year before I sold the bike for an enfield.I felt the throttle response better

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@Rachit- You can buy the cover of a bullet.It will cover the entire motorcycle.

Manoj2268 · 26th June 2015, 11:29

I started the bike after 15-17 days. I saw that the kicker is going down freely for the first 6-8 kicks(the battery's dead). The bike did start and is normal after it is up to temperature.

i checked the plugs too. the ceramic part is normal however the threads are oily. Is the head gasket gone? or do i need to get the valves replaced?

rakesh_r · 26th June 2015, 11:31

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Originally Posted by Manoj2268

I started the bike after 15-17 days. I saw that the kicker is going down freely for the first 6-8 kicks(the battery's dead). The bike did start and is normal after it is up to temperature.

Looks like the engine had lost compression,can be that one of the valves got stuck.

a4anurag · 26th June 2015, 19:33

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Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra

Guys, Need a small help. Can anyone recommend a good bike cover for Karizma which covers it completely.

Hey Rachit,

I too was in the same state of mind when searching for the bike cover fitting the Karizma.

I ordered this one fro SnapDeal and it is good. Waterproof too.

Bike Cover

Costed me 220 and comes in the same colour as the picture displayed with slots for RVM's. I do recommend it.

bluevolt · 27th June 2015, 22:50

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

Hey Rachit,

I too was in the same state of mind when searching for the bike cover fitting the Karizma.

I ordered this one fro SnapDeal and it is good. Waterproof too.

Bike Cover

Costed me 220 and comes in the same colour as the picture displayed with slots for RVM's. I do recommend it.

Even I am planning to buy a good cover for my bike in few days. I would like to know if this cover is of correct fitting and any other website other than snapdeal where I can buy it?

In local market, the bike accessories shop guys are selling covers at price of Rs. 300-350.

Edit - in the above link - when i click buy, it asks for the bike make & model but Hero/Karizma is not showing up in the list!

a4anurag · 28th June 2015, 00:02

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Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra

Guys, Need a small help. Can anyone recommend a good bike cover for Karizma which covers it completely.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluevolt

Even I am planning to buy a good cover for my bike in few days. I would like to know if this cover is of correct fitting and any other website other than snapdeal where I can buy it?

Yes, looks like the cover is out of stock!

Here is a picture of my Karizma under the cover!

Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience-img_20150627_171953.jpg

The bike is dry and neat after a rain spell. Only issue is the locking clips don not meet ends. Rest all is fully covered without any problem.

bluevolt · 28th June 2015, 14:52

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

Yes, looks like the cover is out of stock!

Here is a picture of my Karizma under the cover!

Attachment 1386891

The bike is dry and neat after a rain spell. Only issue is the locking clips don not meet ends. Rest all is fully covered without any problem.

Is the cover out of stock for Karizma model or entire Hero Honda lineup? I am unable to see 'Hero' or 'Hero Honda' in the manufacturer selection options.

Was it appearing when you bought the cover?

The cover looks good. You can fix the cover using clips to make sure it remains in place during windy days.

a4anurag · 28th June 2015, 15:45

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Originally Posted by bluevolt

I am unable to see 'Hero' or 'Hero Honda' in the manufacturer selection options.

Yes, I just checked the same. Seems to be unavailable.

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Was it appearing when you bought the cover?

When I bought, it was showing in the menu as Hero Karizma.

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The cover looks good. You can fix the cover using clips to make sure it remains in place during windy days.

The cover is good.

bluevolt · 28th June 2015, 17:12

Check this out on Flipkart!
http://dl.flipkart.com/dl/bikenwear-...CE3VUR9ZEEZ4JK

I am planning to order this one from flipkart. It is priced too low and seems to be made for karizma as well.

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EDIT - the same one as flipkart

http://www.flipkart.com/mototrance-m...4615&srno=b_22

a4anurag · 28th June 2015, 22:06

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Originally Posted by bluevolt

EDIT - the same one as flipkart

I'd suggest you to look into Paytm also. They have some good range for Karizma and also some offers I guess.

22nd June 2015, 17:09	#272
bluevolt Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Delhi Posts: 3,275 Thanked: 3,475 Times View My Garage	Re: Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience Forgot to mention that I noticed yesterday that the accelerator's cable is coming out from the its protection cover (black color) from the place it is being attached to the accelerator handle. The mechanic told me that I need to get them replaced. I deferred the replacement as he did not have the original Hero accelerator cables. Should I procure genuine spare part from Hero or go for any after market replacement?
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25th June 2015, 21:57	#275
Rachit.K.Dogra Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 1,001 Thanked: 1,847 Times	Re: Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience Guys, Need a small help. Can anyone recommend a good bike cover for Karizma which covers it completely. Please if you can share the shop in Delhi/Gurgaon or share an online link that will be really helpful. There are too many bad covers available online these days that it is difficult to find the right one. Regards Rachit
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26th June 2015, 11:29	#277
Manoj2268 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Delhi Posts: 308 Thanked: 446 Times	Re: Hero Honda Karizma Ownership Experience I started the bike after 15-17 days. I saw that the kicker is going down freely for the first 6-8 kicks(the battery's dead). The bike did start and is normal after it is up to temperature. i checked the plugs too. the ceramic part is normal however the threads are oily. Is the head gasket gone? or do i need to get the valves replaced?
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28th June 2015, 17:12	#284
bluevolt Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New Delhi Posts: 3,275 Thanked: 3,475 Times View My Garage	Check this out on Flipkart! http://dl.flipkart.com/dl/bikenwear-...CE3VUR9ZEEZ4JK I am planning to order this one from flipkart. It is priced too low and seems to be made for karizma as well. _________ EDIT - the same one as flipkart http://www.flipkart.com/mototrance-m...4615&srno=b_22 Last edited by bluevolt : 28th June 2015 at 17:37.
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