justaforeigner Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 Hi Guys, <This question is more related to bikers who are located in Bangkok, are you living somewhere else feel free to read on but maybe you can be of less help> A couple of days ago I became the happy owner of a Honda CB400 s-series (1994) with who I hope to make many, many safe miles. I was lucky to get all the legal papers and green book with it. And have a nice price. In the knowledge that the bike is a 19-Years old I surely don't expect a brand new one. But since this is my first big bike I thought a CB400 is a perfect machine to begin with due to the low seating and maneuverability. I always loved the looks of the bike and so far also the driving is very good. (as far as I know). Of course the previous owner said the bike was in immaculate state which I hope to believe. The guy was a great guy so no offence intend but, every seller would have said the same words. I know that the bike have no leaking and runs smoothly. I have some technical knowledge about cars, and mopeds but like I said this is my first big bike. My Honda click which I bought new just goes to the garage when the book says I need to.. ;-). I didn't received any maintenance records for this bike so I would like to have it checked by someone who knows more about these kind of bikes. (coolant level, Oil, gears, brakes) If I should bring it to the local Somchai he would notice that I do not have much knowledge about this and we all can only guess about the invoices that shall be made... So I am looking for a fellow who have experience with these bikes and want to take it for a test spin to hopefully give me some advice of what I need to have checked or fixed. It is not about the money but no one wants unnecessary fixes. Also it would be nice to share some knowledge. All this not have to take more than 30 minutes of your precious time and I would be happy to buy you a coffee/beer or two afterwards. I could come with the bike to your place. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramds Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 There is a garage on Asoke Montri Road. These are the google maps coordinates 13.753738,100.564333 Very knowledgeable people dealing with all kinds of older and newer bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loserlazer Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 On charan sanitwong road close to soi 20s, there are some cb400 specialists. Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridaguy Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I have 2 VFR400s, which are very similar to the CBR400s, many interchangeable parts. I have had mine for over a year, and can say as long as you do your regular maintenance, they are great little bikes. I live off Sukhumvit near the Onnut BTS and have 2 shops in the area that are very knowledgeable about these bikes and can do all the maintenance and repairs that you are not comfortable doing yourself. I normally do my own work, but sometimes the heavy lifting is too much for one person. If you want to come around I can have a good rip on your bike and let you know if anything falls off! And if anything does, I can point you to the correct shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justaforeigner Posted June 10, 2013 Author Share Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks a lot for the helpful replies. I will pm Floridaguy since it must be almost next to my place! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTO Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 There is a garage on Asoke Montri Road. These are the google maps coordinates 13.753738,100.564333 Very knowledgeable people dealing with all kinds of older and newer bikes. Was about to mention the same place, also in Soi 7 Ratchada are a few local "Somchai" shops but they work on a lot of bigger bikes, Ducati, Kawasaki etc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDL Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 If the places already recommended don't work out, I used to use a guy onRama 4 (2nd/3rd shop front in, on the junction/lights with Kasem Rat - astone's throw from Tesco/Carrefour/ Big C). Sold the bike now, so noneed for him. A very unsuspecting little workshop, but he has always been great, neverfalsified work to be done, and remains a busy-bee; normally has at least one1000cc+ stripped down and in progress. Further, when I first took my bike to him and asked to check wear onengine (t'was 21yrs old with no work history), he spent 2 days opening up andstudying its condition/performance. The upshot was, he just re-lubed andrenewed gaskets, telling me there is absolutely no reason to do anything moreto it; would've been a prime opportunity for him to make a few thousand, if hewere dodgy. Then had issue-free riding for 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justaforeigner Posted June 11, 2013 Author Share Posted June 11, 2013 If the places already recommended don't work out, I used to use a guy on Rama 4 (2nd/3rd shop front in, on the junction/lights with Kasem Rat - a stone's throw from Tesco/Carrefour/ Big C). Sold the bike now, so no need for him. A very unsuspecting little workshop, but he has always been great, never falsified work to be done, and remains a busy-bee; normally has at least one 1000cc+ stripped down and in progress. Further, when I first took my bike to him and asked to check wear on engine (t'was 21yrs old with no work history), he spent 2 days opening up and studying its condition/performance. The upshot was, he just re-lubed and renewed gaskets, telling me there is absolutely no reason to do anything more to it; would've been a prime opportunity for him to make a few thousand, if he were dodgy. Then had issue-free riding for 3 years. Passing this shop 4 times a day but always wondered how he could work in there but indeed, there are always bikes standing.. Thank you very much for sharing this.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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