I like this bike. The design is very nice with disk brakes at the front and rear. 128cc engine is just nice to commute. In general, I assumed it will be durable.
But to my surprise...............
A few days ago, I met a friend whom is using the GT 128. He bought it new. Careful rider, I mean very careful.
He said he had just made a major service. Piston and rings were replaced. I ask what was his mileage? He said a little over 30,000km. Wowww... after 30,000km the piston set already need replacement!
That is not good. Usually for a kapcai, it will be around 70-80,000km. So, I asked why. He said he forgotten to check the engine oil level. When he went for servicing after 4 month, it was almost dry. The combustion chamber was badly scratched.
So, to GT 128 owner, please check you engine oil regularly. It seems that this kapcai is having lost oil problem.
And some few month ago, I also came across a GT 128 being overhauled. Crank shaft jammed and the whole engine get affected. Back then, the bike was only a few month old.
Ehmmm.. I wonder... how's the QC over there at Modenas assembly plant.....................
Showing posts with label GT 128. Show all posts
Showing posts with label GT 128. Show all posts
Friday, December 03, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
A Short Test Ride - GT128
I like the exhaust sound, very distinctive. The long stroke made the sound unique.
It was a very short test ride. Around 10km around Precinct 14 and 15 of Putrajaya. After 1st gear engaged, I gave it some throttle. Surprisingly, it was rather slow in acceleration. I prefer the Wave 125 launching. More energetic.
After reaching 100km/h, it feels better. But the small original tires were not very suitable for the rather 'big' kapcai. When you are in a corner, it feels like swaying to much. I think, if we fit a bigger rear tires, it could improve.
The engine was rather noisy. But I can live with it.
What impressed me was the design. Personally I say it is perfect. I like it very much.
It was a very short test ride. Around 10km around Precinct 14 and 15 of Putrajaya. After 1st gear engaged, I gave it some throttle. Surprisingly, it was rather slow in acceleration. I prefer the Wave 125 launching. More energetic.
After reaching 100km/h, it feels better. But the small original tires were not very suitable for the rather 'big' kapcai. When you are in a corner, it feels like swaying to much. I think, if we fit a bigger rear tires, it could improve.
The engine was rather noisy. But I can live with it.
What impressed me was the design. Personally I say it is perfect. I like it very much.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Modenas GT128 Speedometer Error
I manage to ride side by side with a friend and manage to compare my Elegan speedometer with his Modenas GT 128.
You will be surprised with what I found out:
1) When my Elegan was at 80km/h, the GT128 was at 100km/h
2) When I raise my speed to 100km/h, the GT128 was at 120km/h
No wonder, some said that at top speed the GT128 was at 150km/h and the Shogun 125RR can go side by side.
I don't quite understand, what is the used of having such a misleading reading on the GT128. My be just as a marketing gimmick. At first glance, the bike seem to be very powerfull, very fast. But when properly check and compared.....................
You will be surprised with what I found out:
1) When my Elegan was at 80km/h, the GT128 was at 100km/h
2) When I raise my speed to 100km/h, the GT128 was at 120km/h
No wonder, some said that at top speed the GT128 was at 150km/h and the Shogun 125RR can go side by side.
I don't quite understand, what is the used of having such a misleading reading on the GT128. My be just as a marketing gimmick. At first glance, the bike seem to be very powerfull, very fast. But when properly check and compared.....................
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