There are 3 major problems in this bike. They should be common in other variants like FZ-S and FAZER. 1) BAD CHAIN: The chain becomes loose and it needs replacement in approximately 10000 kms. When you go for replacement of the chain, you are forced to buy the front and rear sprocket too claiming that it comes as a set. Customer is told that the sprockets are damaged and will have to be replaced even though they are in good condition. When I checked the sprocket boxes and chain packaging; it’s nowhere mentioned that it’s a set and it has to be bought together.
Every sprocket and chain has different price tag on it’s packing. This is not enough; they apply special lubricant spray on the chain as regular oil is not recommended. The cost of repairing were as under in year 2014: Chain? 850 Front sprocket? 125 Rear sprocket? 350 Lubrication spray? 100 I have forgotten the labour charges amount. So expect to pay? 2000 for every 10000 kms or less. I drive my bike carefully. I don’t increase the speed suddenly or do stunts like wheely. Still I faced this problems. IN OTHER BIKES; THEY HAVE A PROVISION TO SHORTEN THE CHAIN IF IT BECOMES LOOSE.
SO THIS ISSUE DOESN’T ARISE. 2) BAD TYRE: The rear tyre looses air frequently. It has also developed cracks on sides. Sooner or later it will have to replaced. Generally a normal tyre would last for 40000 kms. This seems to have given up in just 20000 kms. Expecting replacement cost? 3000~ 4000 3) CORROSION: The lower metal body starts corroding and needs to be painted at least once in a year. When you go for repairs; the packing of the spare parts are removed which has a price tag on it before showing the customers. So they can charge as much as they like for the parts. This malpractice is common in service centres across other other companies too in India. I don’t intend to be completely negative about the bike. I can say that it’s fun to ride the bike. I was happy with this bike till my father was paying me pocket money and bike repair expenses. I’ve started feeling that these recurring repair expenses are exorbitant, unethical an unnecessary since I’ve started earning money on my own. You can have this costly affair if you have a rich daddy. What else can I say!