Amazon Street legal Dirt bike Hawk VS Hawk DLX

[@christopherwalsh7700]

That move at 4:19 left me with no choice but to subscribe.

[@MarcHeimbigner]

Ditto. Great content and production. Keep it coming!

[@hanzdidit]

Thanks, I don't like to brag but... LOL

[@idahoduckhunter]

Crap, now I'm subscribed too

[@4sapphireb]

To those that make fun of hawks and prefer bikes that cost 15x as much, this bike is super light and easy to pick up after you drop it and you will. Try lifting a BMW 1200 after you hurt your shoulder. Basic tools can fix these. I’d buy extra nuts and bolts after taking an inventory and going to Tractor Supply. Tighten often and use bolt glue. If you really need to do highway driving the sweet spot is 50-55MPH. Watch for tractor trailers as they will toss you with their wind.

[@hanzdidit]

These are only a 5 speed as well and if it had a 6 it might work for highway speeds but I would not think about riding this in the Highway. I agree with you about checking bolts and keeping things tight with lock tight. I know you can get gears that will allow it to hit a higher top speed but out of the box these are definitely just commuters and off-road trail bikes. These are great bikes so have fun. Thanks for all the great information.

[@Walter-rs3cy]

I was kinda leaning towards the carburetated version of the hawk. I live at 6500 feet in Colorado and really don't want to mess with finding the right jet. Now I'm thinking about buying the dlx

[@DenverDeCoY]

I bought the Carb version an found it's actually tuned great for Colorado. Fact is, the factory carb comes pretty lean so it does great at high altitude.

[@hanzdidit]

I think if you weren't with the coverage version it would be just fine. And what thank you so much for watching, I hope the video was helpful.

[@kevingovro]

I live at 9,000 ft in Colorado would I have any issues with this bike?

[@DenverDeCoY]

@@kevingovro The stock carb would probably run fine at high altitude, bike comes pretty lean stock

[@oldmustang-1969]

Thinking about buying 1 & love the idea of EFI vs a carb

[@hanzdidit]

Sorry for the late reply. The EFI Is the way to go in my opinion. Thanks for watching

[@yellabonetv1719]

Being an LTL carrier for awhile now we're only allowed to deliver curb side for paid residential liftgate deliveries unless the customer paid extra for "inside delivery.." technically bringing it onto your driveway or garage is a different charge from the liftgate charge".. me as a driver i try to help out the best way i can even if the customer didn't pre pay for "inside delivery" knowing most people don't even know about "inside delivery'' with freight LTL or have the equipment to move the heavy items they ordered...

[@hanzdidit]

Thanks for the information, i will keep it in mind when I place my next order.

[@BodieMoto]

I have been loving my hawk 250 carbed, upgraded just about everything on it though! lol and I'm ready for something bigger

[@hanzdidit]

These 250s are great bikes to learn on but they do grow out of them pretty quick. They're a lot of fun and they seem to be pretty terrible so far. I'm glad you like yours sounds like you're riding a lot, good for you . Thank you so much for watching.

[@dubmob151]

@@hanzdidit what's terrible about it?

[@JohnWilliams-ig4ts]

@@dubmob151 reliable I think he meant

[@maxcold9761]

Hey man keep up the great work. Vids are really helpful. How about a side by side comparison on the hawk DLK & the Lifan X-pect 250cc's if possible. They look to be great starter bikes street legal

[@hanzdidit]

I have had all kinds of these bikes and I love the hook, but I have recently gotten in lifen KPM 200 and so far it has been my favorite bike of all, check out all my videos you will see what I'm talking about, I will definitely look into this bike and see if I can get one. Thank you so much for watching

[@samack3]

Watching the DLX video next Really impressive content thanks 🙏🏻 💯

[@hanzdidit]

Thank you so much I'm glad that you like the videos and thank you for all of your support, you made my day.

[@neuchigen]

Just found out about these and I want one so bad! I notice that there seems to be 3 versions and I’m confused about that. There’s the regular one ( cheapest), the XPRO and then the dlx. What’s the difference between the cheap and the XPRO aside from the stickers?

[@hanzdidit]

If you watch the video I tell you the good and the bad of each bike. Thanks for watching.

[@markjeter4578]

Hanz... Quick question. I went to change my front fork oil in my 2022 Hawk DLX.... there was none in either fork. I put 5 ounces into each. Just making sure they are supposed to have fork oil... Suspension seems appropriately stiffer now, but I want to make sure these are not supposed to be DRY. Thank you.

[@hanzdidit]

To be honest with you I'm not sure of myself. Having 4 Speed Dr. does not sound right lol. You might check with a local motorcycle mechanic and see what they think.

[@kevingovro]

Is there any warranty options? I’m wanting to get this as a learning bike.

[@hanzdidit]

I do not think there is any kind of warranty other than the Amazon seller warranty. I'm sure you could find something like Clyde that my protect the bike from manufacture defects. Hopefully the video is helpful and thank you so much for watching.

[@4sapphireb]

On my second Hawk. I’d put warranty money in metric tools instead. Parts are cheap and abundant and easy to figure out. I have a KTM and petrified to work on it but love working on my hawk. Oil changes takes minutes and I even adjusted my valves. Buy some bolt threader though and tighten your spokes

[@billwiley7216]

I have become interested in one of these. Basically though I want the inverted forks but I want a carburetor and not the EFI and of course this combo is not available in that configuration. The engine is basically an old Honda design clone which the Chinese have gotten really good at making these old Honda designs. I really do not want the EFI as at that point you are adding in a more complex system into an otherwise simple designed overall bike involving a Fuel controller computer which in the future could become a nightmare to source one if required while there are multiple sources for a good old cheap carb that will work if problems develop. Right now I am finishing up a Chinese 125cc CT70 clone and one of these 250cc bikes may be a project in the near future. A lot of people knock the bikes of Chinese origin but I am an old retired guy and well remember when the bikes coming out of Japan had the same reputation. One thing to consider is The Chinese have a serious thing about being lackluster on lubricating parts and you will do yourself a long term favor by pulling and lubricating the rear swing arm bearings, steering head bearings, wheel bearings basically anything that has a moving contact point give it a little lubrication while it is brand new, a slight coating of grease film on the axles and the swing arm pivot bolt is something else which will go a long ways to keeping those in pristine shape as again it is well known most Chinese steel rust very easily. Also put a good coat of wax on all chrome or painted parts and if you stay up on your maintenance and keep your chain lubed and adjusted and your engine oil changed these Chines bike may surprise you on how they holdup under the types of use they are actually designed for. Just something of interest for people in 2023 Honda is importing a new xr150cc bike into the U.S.A. which has been available in other parts of the world for a number of years now. What is interesting is the engine on that bike is a retro design being produced by a factory in China in partnership with Honda to produce this engine. The bikes will be built for North America in Mexico but still be a Honda branded bike sold in Honda dealerships. Some research on that bike overseas says it is reliable for the most part but the fit and finish and build quality does not meet the same criteria as more expensive Honda models which the XR150 is said to be at a retail price upon release in the U.S.A. AT $2971 plus freight and dealer prep of like $300 or so. When you make a bike to meet certain price points there have to be certain sacrifices made to reach that selling point. So just because it is produced in China does not mean it is any more inferior to what is being turned out in other places. Since you have owned both what is your opinion on the difference between the two fork styles?

[@hanzdidit]

If you are a new ride or you will not be able to tell a difference. If you are experienced as a writer you should be able to feel a little performance difference. I think both of these bikes are great and you probably will not be disappointed with either one. Thanks for watching.

[@MountainEagle77]

What kind of grease do you suggest for all moving parts?

[@AlexanderOsorio-j3w]

Hello, I want to know if I need a motorcycle license to drive in NJ? Thank you

[@hanzdidit]

As far as I know if you are riding any of these motorcycles on the street you have to have a license and the license plate for the bike. Thanks so much for watching.

[@Land_Meer_Luft]

Does it come with a title

[@hanzdidit]

It comes with a certificate of origin. You take that and the import tax record from your state into the DMV and they will give you a title and plates.

[@dubmob151]

Is the shipping for the fi version $400 vs free shipping for the carb version on Amazon?

[@hanzdidit]

You need to pay attention when you are buying one of these there are two different versions of the hawk 250.. The basic version is very cheap about $1700. The DLX is going to cost about $2100. The most obvious way to tell the difference is the front forks. One is a standard fork and the other is a inverted fork. You can't see it in the photos but the DLX is a fuel injected version where the other cheaper version is carbureted. If you have the money I highly suggest getting the DLX.

[@dubmob151]

Yes, when it was available from Amazon, the DLX fuel injected model was about 400 more in the price, but they also charged $400 for shipping vs free shipping for the carbureted bike.

[@chris_topher1984]

@@dubmob151 get the carbed version, i guarantee you will be fine. i've owned several carbed kawasaki bikes and they run like a champ. you can find lots of bad stories where the efi and electronics break on these bikes, so the carbed version would be easier to maintain in the long run.

[@elderrider9298]

I own the carbed hawk, replace the card after it starting bogging out on me. Now i own that and a New Yamaha Tenere 700 and boy it that a fun bike

[@hanzdidit]

Two totally different animals, great. Sounds like a lot of fun, be safe and keep the rubber side down. Thanks for watching.

[@Alias333]

I just got mine building it with my gramps. If you want to make payment plans don't you won't receive all the paperwork until you pay the full lien/lease.

[@hanzdidit]

If you are making payments it is not through the motorcycle company you’re doing that through Amazon or wherever you bought it I don’t think it’s like a car loan I think it’s more like a personal loan or a credit card. They should still send you the paperwork. Make sure that you contact them as soon as you get the bike and let them know that you want the certificate of origin

[@Alias333]

@@hanzdidit yep just paid affirm and moto pro just sent me an email that the paperwork is in the mail.

[@bob7040]

Hanz wish was better pro x or dlx

[@hanzdidit]

DLX In my opinion. thanks for watching.

[@Armandofrench]

What’s the top speed of both bikes?

[@hanzdidit]

After tuning the carb on the original Hawk they both seem to be about the same top speed of about 70 miles an hour... That is with a little tailwind lol. Thank you so much for watching.

[@evanmcclain7843]

How do I get in touch with you

[@hanzdidit]

You can email me at hanzdidit.com or you can just ask me a question on the thread. Thank you so much for watching.

[@joeyjr4145]

I want one now 😀 very cool

[@hanzdidit]

These bikes are a lot of fun and I highly recommend them. I hope you like the video and thank you so much for watching.

[@patrickkistner3731]

If you are selling this one let me know I live in Oregon and will come buy it .. thanks and great videos

[@hanzdidit]

Everything is for sale. Are you thinking about the DLX?

[@patrickkistner3731]

@@hanzdidit yes I am have wanted one for a long time now to get to work and to just cruise around on

[@hanzdidit]

Make me an offer and we will see if I can make it happen.

[@patrickkistner3731]

@@hanzdidit how many miles does it have at the moment? And have you done any upgrades to it ?

[@patrickkistner3731]

@@hanzdidit $1800?

[@Guidrysphotography]

Let's goooooo! :D

[@hanzdidit]

Thank you so much for watching. I hope the video was helpful.

[@marcthebarber239]

Mannnn i like my hawk 250 normal but I wish I went with the dlx I didn't do research so I had no clue the huge difference, im 100% going to try to sell my hawk and get a dlx, that would be a game changer Edit: im going to probably wait until inflation chills bc I got my hawk for 1700 and right now its over 2k same bike so im gonna sell it while its high and I modded it, and ride my moms 500cc ninja until I get a dlx haw

[@hanzdidit]

I am glad the video is helpful. Sounds like you got a good plan you could probably make a little money on your hawk. Thanks so much for watching.

[@marcthebarber239]

@@hanzdidit i was wondering, im planning on posting my bike to offer up and Facebook market place, is there another place you'd reccomend me advertising the bike to sell it fast?

[@4sapphireb]

Motocheeze is a hawk carb expert

[@hanzdidit]

That guy is amazing. Thanks so much for watching my stupid videos lol.