Honda PCX 150 (2018) (4th Generation)

The PCX travelled 1,851 km today. I went for an oil change that costed me RM25. The same engine oil was chosen Made by Petronas for Honda This was how the oil looked like after more than 1,400 km of travel. Would probably last another 600 km? After the running in, I think it would be good to have the oil changed and the debris I saw from the old oil were probably more than justified it. I will keep on using the Honda Jaso MB 10w-30 engine oil. Most shops will recommend using fully synthetic which they claimed are better for the engine. I felt reluctant because the synthetic oils mostly are 10w-40 rated which are higher than the specified by Honda (10w-30). Some shops even recommend the Jaso MA oils, against the Jaso MB specified by Honda. I wonder if the shops know the difference. If one read the label on the Honda engine oil, it is clear that the oil is sufficient for any given condition and having been R&D by Honda.

After the first service, the engine is noticeably more refined and less in vibration. Acceleration is much smoother, gone are the harshness of the brand new engine. I believe things are getting better with the engine. Before the service, the engine was displaying 47.4 km/litre as the average fuel consumption. After the service and a refuel, I reseted the counter, and after more than 100 km, I am getting average of 44 km/litre. May be it was caused by my frequent in town short distance ride. Otherwise, I believe the engine oil is the culprit. I will continue to monitor. At Tandoori House, Kota Tinggi I don't get to ride much, only to short distances. Today, I went for a ride to Kota Tinggi, Johor which is 40 km from home. The traffic and weather was great for riding. However, the wind wasn't so kind. I have to be on the extra alert, especially when overtaking large lorries. The 43 litre Givi box could be more aerodynamic. But, I still love the box. 2 large full face - no...

My 2018 Honda PCX 150 (the 4th Generation of PCX) went for its first service yesterday. It had done merely 426 km before the service, but the authorised service centre (Kedai Impian Honda Skudai) called it to be serviced since it has been more than a month. Supposedly, a new motorcycle should be serviced after doing 1,000 km. I went in anyway as advised. The authorised dealer recommended engine oil for normal motorbike but I chose the above oil which specifically made for PCX for Honda by Petronas. It costed me RM25 or about GBP6. The authorised dealer also told me to replace the final gear oil which I did. But upon return, the manual said it actually needs to be replaced after 2 years. The final gear oil was RM10 or GBP1.80. Labour was free. The PCX's engine felt a lot smoother after the first service. Apart from the final gear oil replacement, I am glad I went in as told. Total amount paid - RM35.