Daelim Daystar 125

Daelim Daystar 125
My Daystar

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Another 1000km

I have completed another 1000km on the Daystar. I already changed the engine oil. I changed it myself, to gain experience and save myself a few RM.

After 2000km, the bike is still good. I consistently riding it at 100-110km/h to my office and back. So far, everything is okey.

The ride is always very comfortable because the suspension is very soft. But during windy situation, you will get a bit of a wobble if a crosswind hit you. But no major problem actually.

But, my front fork (left) is leaking fork oil. I will have to send it for service soon. I wonder if parts will be available.

I will update after completing the exercise.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

After the first 1000km

Today, I have completed the first thousand km on the Daystar. It is not that I have to run-in the engine, I bought it second-hand remember, but I am observing it engine durability.

I often travel long distance. Usually a day ride with a distance arounf 300-700km. So, engine durability is very important.

Everytime I stop, I will listen to the engine. As of today, I found that it remain the same compared to when I first bring it home. After 1000km and it is still the same, just a little bit of clincking of valve of timing chain. This is good news. I am sure the engine is still in a very good working order eventhough it has been used for about 25,400km.

Other part of the bike are still in good condition. No loose screws. No oil leaking. No accessive vibration.

But the chain is a bit noisy. I may need to change the whole set soon.

I guest the bike is ready for a long trip. Soon, a day trip which could be as far as 600km.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Fuel Consumption


1st round testing.

I fill her up until the neck of the fuel tank a few days ago. Just now I filled up again. The trip meter was showing 325km.

Just now I filled up RM20 (about 9 liters) but it did not reached the neck of the fuel tanks. I think it will need another 2 liters to filled up.

Let just say I used up 11 liters for a distance traveled about 325km. That makes the fuel consumption of about 29.5 km per liter. Not very economical for a 125cc engine.

But fair enough. The bike is heavy and I am pretty heavy myself.

Carburator

I have been having this jerking problem since I get the bike. At around 7,000 - 8,000 RPM the the engine will jerk and when I eased off the throttle, it recover.

Since I was on leave (05/11/2008), I went to the bike shop to have it checked.

They cleaned the carburetor and re-install it but still jerking. They change the setting (not really sure how) but also no improvement. They changee the spark plug, no luck also. After almost 2 hour only, they found out that the big needle at the slide was not an original part.

They changed it and yeeesssssss........ it improved. They worked on it some more and at last it get better.

Now I can revved it until red line but still not perfect. I will bring it back to them later but as per now, the Daystar is a lot better than before. This morning I clocked 130km/h ant still not at red line.

Monday, November 3, 2008

The First 500km

I have done almost 500km on this bike. There are no obvious changes in the condition of the engine. There are no oil leaking, no increasing engine noise and no unwanted changes whatsoever.

I have checked the engine oil. Level is still at 'full' and the engine oil is still very clean. There is no overheating sign at the exhaust pipe or other part of the engine.

I have tried it up to 120km/h but regularly traveling at 100-110km/h. There is some lost of power at high RPM (around 7,000 RPM) but probably due to improper carburetor setting. I will have the mechanic check it up this weekend.

Overall, after 500km, I am pretty satisfied with this mini cruiser. I am looking forward to a long ride toward the end of the month (a day ride which could cover a distance of about 450km)

Sunday, November 2, 2008

More than 11 litres

I refueled this morning with RON 97 fuel. To my surprise, it took a little over 11 liters to fill her up. She was not actually empty yet at that time.

If the bike really can go up to 46km per liter (as per claim by Daelim), that means I can cruise for at least 506km before the next fill up.

Wow..... that is a lot of distance.....

Friday, October 31, 2008

Engine Characteristic

Engine characteristic, well what do you expect!

125cc engine, 160kg of dry weight. Keep thing simple. The bike is for commuting only. No high speed, no super acceleration.

You need at least 4,000 RPM to launch. After that, the best gear change is after reaching 7,000 RPM. You can rev it more but pity the engine.

If you are doing tight turn, say U-turn or going into a 90 degree junction, you will be best at 2nd gear. Any higher, you won't be able to accelerate.

On the move, have to keep revving at 5,000 RPM or higher. You have to be patient. If you do, you can go far. If you don't, you will curse yourself.

For me, I enjoy it. Doing 90km/h on the open road........ relax..... no hurry ..... just ride.........

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Basic Specification

Model : Daelim Daystar
Year : 2006
Category : Custom / cruiser

Engine and transmission
Displacement : 124.10 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine type : Single cylinder
Stroke : 4
Power : 17.70 HP (12.9 kW))
Bore x stroke : 56.5 x 49.5 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Starter : Kick / Electric
Cooling system : Air / Oil

Physical measures
Dry weight : 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Seat height : 700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height : 1,150 mm (45.3 inches)
Overall length : 2,240 mm (88.2 inches)
Overall width : 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Ground clearance : 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase : 1,500 mm (59.1 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Front brakes : Single disc
Rear brakes : Expanding brake (drum brake)
Power/weight ratio : 0.1106 HP/kg

Other specifications
Fuel capacity : 17.30 litres (4.57 gallons)

Bukit Mantin

On my way back, I decided to use old Mantin Road. Just to test this mini cruiser on hill climbing.

It was pretty bad jam on the way but it worthed. I was way up to the middle of the hilly road when I had to change to 4th gear and quickly 3rd gear. I was quite surprised. Even a 125cc kapcai which was much lighter than the Daystar, will have a hard time to climb the hill at 3rd gear.

I was crusing in 3rd gear as it climbed at around 70km/h up to the top of the hill without any problem.

So, the mini cruiser was quite a climber. When I reached home, I carefully listen to the engine again. No problem. Still pretty smooth.

First Ride to My Office

First task in the morning will be sending my son to school. He probably weight more than me. And the Daystar having a bit of a hard work to launch. A good 5000RPM was required for a smooth launch.

But after it started moving, everything is okey. I even tried it at a corner... not bad, not bad at all. At least better than my scooter.

On the highway, the real truth. This small capacity cruiser can only cruise. It was very comfortable at a speed around 90-100km/h. Faster than that, I feel like pushing it it too much. But at 100km/h, I have a feeling that it was actually a little slower than the meter reading. But at a slightly down hill section of the highway, it could reach 120km/h.

When I reach office, I listen to the engine. Everything seems okey. No unwanted sound or rattling of the valve or the tappet.

Pretty good for my first day ride to office!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

First ride

After dinner, I started some maintenance of my own. I oiled moving part like the clutch and throttle cable, middle and side stand and the chain and the foldable foot rest. After a while, they all got very smooth to operate.

It had been ridden by the previous owner for about 24,400km. But the bike seems like have been well taken care of. No scratches. The chrome parts were all very clean and shiny. The engine was also very smooth. No unwanted sound. Just a small clicking of the teppet / valves which was quite acceptable for a second hand bike like she was.

It was 10.15pm. My wife and I decide to take the Daystar for a spin.

It was a small cc bike, so no fancy acceleration. But to our surprise, it was very comfortable.

The suspension absorbed most of the uneven road condition making it very smooth on road in the housing area. Even the bumper in the housing area does not seem to be bothering the mini cruiser. The exhaust sound was very well dampened.

Handling was pretty good. You can take corner and bend without any feeling of wobbling.

I filled her with some petrol. For RM10, it did not even half tanks full.

After a light supper (keropok lekor and teh ais), we ride back to our house. Once parked, I listen to the warmed engine again. No unwanted sound. Perfect... we were happy.

Bringing Her Home

I was pretty late yesterday (28/10/2008). Before I left, I call the motorcycle shop. Just to make sure they were still open.

Arrive at the shop at around 6.45pm. Paid all the necessaries. Rush home and get my son to help bring the Daystar home.

Yes ......, at last, a successful transaction. She was in my garage at around 10 past seven. Beautiful. My wife was as happy as I am.

Daelim Daystar 125

I have been eying this small cruiser for a long time. This is because I've seen it cruising on the highway. It is small but very beautifully designed.

Another thing, it is very fast for a 125cc cruiser. Cruising beautifully for a distance I guarantee, quite far, daily.

On the 25th October 2008, I just drop by my regular motorcycle shop. And there she was, used but well taken care off, ready for sale.

The next Monday, I brought my wife a long to see her. Big mistake, she insist on bringing it home right away!