Old River Man Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 Well I have now been a member of this forum for one month and I have been riding for a month. In the intro on the new members page I did mention that the light on YBR was not good in the morning. So I have changed it for a better one, it is still 35w but gives a better spread and quality of light. It is not the best light in the world but it is better than the standard one. The bike is going well and currently doing about 115 mpg. Bear in mind most of the riding is down lanes and small roads with only a few street lights on the way to work in the morning. It's not such a problem as I only see 4 other cars on the way in most of the time. There is always the odd one but generally its pretty quiet at 4.30am. So it only gets up to 50+ in very small bursts which most likely helps the MPG. I have treated the bike to a new plug and I will be changing the oil this weekend. It has also had coating of ACF 50 in the vunerable places and is due to have new tyres next week. As the bike is the custom model (ideal for those of us with small legs) the tyres are a challenge. The size for the custom is 3.00x18 front and 3.50x16 rear. After much searching and telephoning the YBR is getting a pair on Conti's next week. The Chinese standard tyres may last ages but they are so bad in the wet and damp it is not funny. While trying find the correct right tyres I actually spoke to Yamaha and all they could offer for the rear was the Chinese tyre at £120 fore the rear only but they had no stock and did not know when they would be getting any. Wonderfull! So I suppose the next thing to tackle is the theory test follwed by the mod1 and mod 2. The YBR is a great little bike for knocking around on and I dont expect to sell it even when I have passed the test. It may get a stablemate to keep it company some time next year though. Old River Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beef Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 glad your enjoying it and looking after the bike. when you change the oil dont forget to replace the filter as well. and drain it in to a container you can see in to ie a bowl, that way you can have a look at the oil and check it for foreign matter.. and as you have done the headlight already i would also go round and copper slip all the exosed bits of threads on the bolts, screws ect.helps keep the up coming shite off them, a good chain clean and lube will be a good idea to.. cant beat a few hours with the bike getting it cleaned and preped for change in winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bippo Posted November 1, 2012 Share Posted November 1, 2012 Hey there - what headlight did you buy for your bike? I have a 2012 YBR 125 model (not custom) and the headlight sure is pants! I also have Michelin Pilot Sporty's on mine which has given me more confidence. I'm sure you'll feel much better once you get your Conti's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old River Man Posted November 1, 2012 Author Share Posted November 1, 2012 Bippo, The new bulb is a ring RMU417 12vx35w. It is an improvement and has saved me from hitting a badger one morning. I dont think the fitting is the same for your bike but its worth checking out. I hope the conti's will inspire some confidence as the current tyres are, well lets just say poor and leave it at that. As Sunday is bike cleaning day when it gets back from work, the chain is cleaned and lubed and the rest is given some TLC. I will take photo and post it on the gallery if I remember. Beef the YBR only has a small wire frame and not a filter but yes it will be cleaned as well. As will the coverage of ACF to keep the tin worm away. But thanks for the reply and I take your point and agree. Some TLC goes a long way. Old River Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bippo Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Thanks for that, I have a country lane commute and also an unlit A road - not fun with the current headlight! I have no doubt that the new tyres will help you out, mine have worked wonders. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DkD Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Cracking right up there Old Man River... absolutely love the YBR custom (I have a full license and I;m not ashamed to say I take the custom out for spin regularly!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old River Man Posted November 2, 2012 Author Share Posted November 2, 2012 Right I am back home after a very long day and rding home in a storm, lighting,rain, wind and all. Just put the YBR to bed, lubed the chain and gave her a quick wipe down. Bippo I got the bulb from autobulbs on the web. I would recomend you mail them and tell them you are looking for an upgrade together with the details of what is in the bikeas standard. I know it is an improvement but its not perfect. Just dont want you to expect to much thats all. DkD Yes the custom is so easy and comfortable to ride I will be keeping it no matter what. It is just so handy for nipping here and there local as well as slightly long missions. I figure when the test process is complete I will be keeping it and also get a larger bike as well. Old River Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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