Here's What It's Like To Assemble, Ride And Own The World's Second Cheapest Enduro From Amazon!

[@KurtNoakes]

We live in crazy times and used bike prices have increased dramatically since this video was made. I think in 2020 it was a no-brainer to buy a used Japanese bike over a new Chinese bike of the same price. However, today in 2022 I might seriously consider a Chinese bike if I only had $2,000. Good luck finding a used bike that even runs for $2,000 today.

[@oneslickskiff]

TBH I have a 2019 brozz 250 (same bike different name). I’ve owned it for a little over 2 years with 0 issues. Bought it brand new 0 miles from a local scooter shop that imports them. So I was able to avoid any assembly and paid 2,100 for it after tax/tag/title. I’ve done several (10+) 1-2 hour highway rides. Although not ideal, it didn’t give any issues and I had fun. I’ve mad no changes and it hits 65-70mph, but that could also be the Florida elevation. I’ve also taken off road on plenty of trails and even light kidding with it. The bike has somewhere around 1,000 miles on it, 1 oil change at 600 miles and other than a nail through the front tire I haven’t had to replace anything. For parts I’m told I can order CSC TT250 parts from CSC motorcycles in Cali so that solves any future problems I might have. And they also offer no questions asked warranty if you buy a TT250 from them. I can honestly say I’ve gotten plenty of smiles per gallon from my little China bike and it’s 100% worth it. I even sold my Honda Grom cause I found myself way more fond of the Brozz 250. If you understand what you’re buying, and the main reason for buying it some commuting and exploring I can’t recommend these bikes enough. The Hawk DLX/Brozz 250/CSC TT250/TBR7 all are great bikes and plenty reliable.

[@johngriffin141]

I have ridden one of these Chinese bikes, and while not impressed with them, you can't blame the tires for why you dropped it.

[@RandomParrot]

Yeah I agree, done it myself, oversteer and the o ly time that tire will probably have that much traction..LOL

[@markshortridge8291]

Yeah, and it doesn’t matter what brand of tire they are. All new tires are slippery. You must break them in and scuff them up. If they’ve actually had experience they’d know this.

[@brittanybradford9239]

Depends on what you intend to do with it bc it doesn’t look to awful. If you just want a bike to cruise around on in town that has off-road capability then I would say this bike is almost perfect.

[@jerryneil7669]

The rear brake switch nuts are on wrong one is to lock it and and one is to adjust😂😂

[@jamesdoes576]

The tires on the hawk dlx are actually decent tires and you fell because they where brand new and not broken in so they slip easily and also rider error, you should have put your weight to the right side of the bike to make a small turn to have more stability.

[@brianrichard1768]

"Front tire gave out"..... No, you can't ride.

[@brucebrown6597]

Get your hand off the front brake making slow speed u-turns!

[@piercemccauley7079]

Fr he hit that divot then blamed the bike

[@alecmclennan1093]

This video gave me cancer. Tfl has poor reviews as of late and it seems to only be going downhill

[@angeltaq]

He literally rode right into a rut with uneven pavement lol 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@sjuni8137]

The reason the bike fell was not the tires. You had your clutch disengaged and not in the friction zone, I watched your left hand depressing the clutch lever, this cause the bike to lose momentum and fall with it's own weight and not staying upright. Anytime you're moving slow or turning slow you must be in the friction zone giving some gas to keep the bike up.

[@Chillinjjv]

exactly, he blamed the tires lol. operator error

[@jalenrobinson5225]

I never had a bike and it may be slow and stuff I may have to work on out the box but it will also get me familiar with motorcycles and it’s perfect for going around town and maybe do some deliveries on it

[@Maxumized]

Don’t let these guys influence you...they don’t know crap. This bike is proven to last as it is a Honda clone. As long as you know how to mechanic around, this is a great deal. It’s a great bike to learn mechanics

[@Maxumized]

My Hawk 250 is just fun...it’s a mechanics bike. It will take you around the world

[@ChadC8509]

It really will..

[@ReisterJP]

I have a magician 250cc you are 100% correct.

[@bladecutter1]

I know you guys are trying to say that a "new" bike shouldn't require any initial maintenance on your part, but you are forgetting that you skipped the dealer side by buying this thing from Amazon directly. Had the bike been assembled by the dealer, they would have seen that front brake, and bled it, before they put it on the showroom floor for someone to test ride. Bad brakes don't sell bikes, and can be a liability if the test rider crashes because of them. Anyway, for $2k, I would buy an actual Honda Hawk GT (88 through 94), or Honda Shadow DLX, instead of that thing that steals pieces of both names. Chances are, I would have to bleed the brakes on any $2k bike I have to buy (apparently new or used by the sounds of your experience).

[@tauncfester3022]

Neither of which are common or meant for light weight dual sport use. good luck finding a used 250 for as little money.

[@AA-nb2gy]

I know it is not a huge difference but the engine is actually close to 16hp stock. That 11.5 number you keep spouting off is the KW RATING. Kilowatts. Look at 11.5kw converted to HP. And another thing, those valves sound REALLY TIGHT. You should hear a little bit of ticking from the top end when the lash is set properly. DEFINITELY effects engine performance on ANY 4 stroke engine

[@hunterst0989]

Hawks are good bikes. I have the carb version. Its has taken me just over 11000 trouble free miles in the last 2.5 years. I just retired it as my commuter. 70+ miles daily. Now it takes a 4 mile trip to the trails and then beat to tears by me and my 280lb frame off road. Its taken more drops off road than I can count. Still rocking stock plastics. They are super easy to work on and extremely reliable as long as you aren't in a hurry on the road. At least in my experience. BTW I also have a 99 Xr650. Love both bikes. The hawk does need changes from the box. But once dialed in its a great bike. Got mine 2nd for 600 bucks. So with 2200 bucks I got my xr650 and my hawk + all the mods I've made to the hawk. In my eyes it's been money well spent.

[@coreygalvin4921]

What have you done exactly? I just bought one the carb version.. I’m having trouble finding the sweet spot on the carb??? It won’t stay on, when I’m downshifting it shuts off.. frustrating... any help appreciated

[@hunterst0989]

@@coreygalvin4921 when I was running the stock carb I started with a 20 pilot jet and a 110 main jet. It tunned close enough for awhile. Tuned better with a 22.5p/115main . Bottom screw under carb 1.5 turns out side screw 2.5 turns out from the screws being lightly seated. Also bottom screw has cap on it. Take a pick or small flathead screw driver to get it out. You will have to also notch the screws on the bottom of your carb to remove the bowl. We have a Facebook group with a bunch of like minded Hawk owners trading tips and tricks. Called the Hawk 250 Enduro owners. Mine works much smoother with the vm26 30mm carb upgrade from Amazon. Its almost plug and play. Also adjust your valves and change factory oil out. I use Rotella t4. Factory spec says valves should be adjusted to .004 on intake and .005 on exhaust but my bike like .002 intake/ carb side and .003 exhaust. Makes Kickstart easier. Hope this helped and good luck hawkin.

[@edwinram1rez]

Hey i never put loctite on any of the bolts which bolts are most important that if i dont put loctite will cause bike to break and crash on me? I got past 1k miles and many bolts already lost im scared that if an important bolt falls the bike will collapse while im riding so what are the most important bolts?

[@hunterst0989]

@@edwinram1rez I always do a bolt tightness check every 3rd ride or about every 150 miles or so. I would have to say the bolts to watch the most are swing arm bolt, axles, brake caliper mount bolts, steering stem and motor mounts. There are also 4 bolts under the seat that hold the rear fender and tail light on that like to come loose.

[@MfrOffroadRiderNorCal]

I have a Csc tt250 parts are available for it most all hawk parts fit on on tt250 and vice-versa 👍

[@BYLRPhil]

As not great as it is, for $2000 I think it’s a good deal. I was just looking for used running bikes and the only thing I found was an 84 Honda 110. There was a Yamaha 200 TW for $3500, but I didn’t want to spend that much.

[@jalenrobinson5225]

That’s all I’m seeing right now too

[@barrygoldwater7030]

I got one just to mess around on backroads with and ride on the farm, it honest to god exceeded all expectations I had for it, big ole bike. Got mine assembled and it wasn’t up to par, but just a few loose bolts

[@infinitefray8067]

6:02 he means with the stickers I think because I can find multiple replacement body panels just by googling the bike I have and I have the rps the only real diffrence aside from tires and the cluster is the fact that the rps is carburated the dlx is fuel injected

[@RandomParrot]

Sherpa 250 if you can find one. The one I rode wasn't speedy either, but it did have enough power to get 2 of us to a fishing pond between two corn fields.

[@SmokeandSteel]

I found one dual sport under 2500 on marketplace in my area. 99 with over 8k miles. There are no "cheap" dual sports for sale right now. Even little dirt bikes for kids are like 3k haha. If I want a 10 year old KTM or DRZ for 5-6k theres tons of those out there.😅My hawk should be here on monday and honestly for 2k delivered to my house I am pretty hopeful. I can buy three of these for the price of one highly used DRZ.

[@richardainsworth5262]

Personally, my view is. If you can buy a used dual sport online for the same money you get for this new one, you’re going to have to work on it. It’s hard to say what kind of life it had from the previous owner, or the previous owner before him. However, when you buy this, it’s brand new and you’re the history of the bike. The only downfall is parts may be tough to get for it. I’m saving my money, I think this may work out for me where I live. I’m really considering buying it

[@patriotrob7066]

Parts are plentiful for these and cheap!

[@andrewsmith9575]

Japanese motorcycles got the same crap back in the 60’s! Much better today. Chinese bikes are reverse engineered or clones of older Japanese bikes. They are still a BIC lighter of the motorcycle community. Very disposable! If it puts a smile on your face and you learn (or crash), can’t think of a better new bike to do that on. Alex and Kase, I have two equal flat track bikes for you to ride out here at the ranch! You know my number. Lots of smiles per hour! Thx guys!

[@grominwithrob1339]

These guys clearly pay others for the knowledge they don’t have. Nothing wrong with that at all until you start trying to give advice or a product review. Literally start the video by trying to dilute bad gas gas already in the tank! Anyone who has ever worked on small engines will tell you that you can’t dilute bad gas, you replace it. As in flush it out and replace with fresh, preferably with recreational fuel. I’ve worked on all the Japanese bikes and a few of the Chinese bikes. Parts are easy to find and cheap if you know where to look. Many of them are available on Amazon. No mistake, a Chinese bike is no Japanese bike, but they are not priced the same either. Chinese bikes need maintenance and are priced accordingly, Japanese bikes are engineered for people that don’t maintain and are priced accordingly as well. Go watch Bikes and Beards beat on of these, then you will understand how much abuse they can take and how they perform with experienced riders. Theirs is also $500 cheaper than this one because this one has EFI as opposed to carbureted.

[@gregjacob3858]

And you clearly have too much time if youre too smart to watch these guys and you do it anyways

[@Maxumized]

@@gregjacob3858 no Greg, he’s just engineering savvy and loves to see things in different perspectives...even when guys like these and you talk out your ass all your life and accomplish nothing

[@tauncfester3022]

The bikes and beards guy is an idiot, he buys old two strokes and tries to start it on starting fluid without oiling the cylinder, more money than sense or brains.

[@tauncfester3022]

I'm aware of someone with a 2007 GY200 with over 67k off road use in Central Oregon, they're made for 3rd world maintenance and conditions, it's an OHV bike and is much easier and simpler to maintain but you need to let it fully break in and tune it up well after break-in is finished, usually after 500 miles and a couple oil changes.

[@johnm4556]

Needs a valve adjustment when first assembled! What do you thing dealers do when they get brand new bikes? They literally go over everything, and that's one reason why its cheaper. Do your research before buying the bike, have had mine and assembled and tested it properly and haven't had any issues.

[@markshortridge8291]

I think these guys forgot that Japanese bikes come in boxes too. That’s why you pay the dealer fees.

[@DarksideSleemo]

I can get mine up to 71 on flat and 78 if I follow a semi on the interstate.

[@DarksideSleemo]

Of course...it is screaming at 9-10k rpm. I know. I'm a horrible bike owner.

[@barrygoldwater7030]

Dang really?

[@Maxumized]

Mine gets to 70 with 17/45

[@tobiaslyons5470]

@@Maxumized also on 17/45 with an airbox delete and ngk spark plug. Can go about 75 at 8k but I touched 81 screaming on a down hill. Far more terrifyingthan 100+ on gxr600

[@michaelwelschmidt9338]

It doesn’t seem to have much torque. Torque is necessary off road. The motor must be an on road commuter motor for Chinese roads.

[@grominwithrob1339]

They are actually geared for more torque at the expense of top end. These guys can’t ride. Notice them juicing the throttle while restarting at the track. It’s a fuel injected bike. They also tried to “dilute” the bad gas by adding fresh to it.

[@Maxumized]

@@grominwithrob1339 ...truth

[@tauncfester3022]

It's hardly broken in, and they need exhaust tuning to bring out the top end .

[@scottyellis3442]

Different airbox different exhaust because it sounds like it can't breathe a little different gearing & someone who actually knows how to ride would probably make a huge difference.

[@joemasello1464]

Because I love my Lifan generator I'd buy a fuel injected Lifan x-pect assembled and delivered for $1,899... and I did.

[@badgerpa9]

Most of your complaints are from not doing the prep any dealer would do on a new bike out of the box. You do not get any brand out of the box all good, the dealer always go through and bleed brakes and adjust everything, that is part of the prep. You bought it out of the box and so you need to do the prep, complaining in every video about it is making you look like you know nothing about what a new car, motorcycle dealer will do when a vehicle or motorcycle is checked in and prepped. Call a motorcycle dealer and have them show you what they do so you learn and and grow with it. Since you started showing this bike youtube has sent me to 4 other people doing this bike, they ALL knew to do the prep on a bike out of the box and one is a 15 year old kid. I like the channels but don't complain repeatedly about something you skipped.

[@infinitefray8067]

I have an rps hawk and its the peice of trash I love dearly because even after it got wrecked while my dad who was the original owner of it was riding it I am still going to fix it and drive it around.

[@jeffconn722]

You dropped it cuz you didnt hold the bars and let the curve of the concrete turn your tire. Admit when you messed up dont blame the bike cuz you made a mistake.

[@stittyd]

Nobody else seems to have noticed the tire was in a dip. Just didn't make it up the other side.

[@tonyrosa9885]

You would be better off comparing this to another street legal enduro. Not saying my Hawk is perfect but I paid $1,200 (carb version 5 years ago) and I put about $300 into it with a rejetted Mikuni, digital dash/tach, different sprocket and other farkels. I have a 2020 Honda CRF125 for my wife and a 2021 CRF50 for my son, that is about $7,000 in motorcycles. Quality, no comparision the Hondas win. My Hawk does 65 mph on flat roads (takes a bit to get there) and it always starts. The first rules about a mail order china bike 1) change the oil, the shipping oil is trash. 2) set the valves, they are too tight and need to be lashed 3) go over every nut and bolt and locktite the important ones :) There are more of these (or this variant) of motorcycle made than any of the big Japanese brands as that is all the rest of the world can afford. Do the above mentioned items and you will find years of riding (albeit slow) enjoyment on your China bike.

[@JogBird]

all non US and Canada-sold Harly Davisons are made in Thailand, so i really dont get the big deal of this being made in China.. and lot of automotive and bike parts are made in China... the issue here is really that this is one of the cheapest, most cost cutting bikes available

[@darkpepsi]

Quality of the brand and sourcing those parts in China. That’s my main issue for any vehicle or bike. My father has a 1975 Honda Super Sport 550F and some of the parts he gets are Made in China: absolute hate it, especially the rubber compound the Chinese manufactures use. Another hate on made in China parts is the steel: somehow it get oxidized faster than it normally should. Anyway, enough rambling on my end but my sort of pet peeve is the quality control when parts are made in China. I really try to avoid as much as I can when parts are made in China for any vehicles and bikes.

[@honsuzu5033]

I would try and see if you can get some kind of tuning software for it. Bikes like that run super lean from the factory and I think a simple tune should give it just a bit more power and make it easier to ride.

[@grominwithrob1339]

They acknowledged it had bad gas in the tank so they “diluted” it at the beginning. Probably didn’t adjust the clutch, throttle or brakes either. I bet it still has the shipping oil in it.

[@mrcla55yguy20]

Can't blame that parking lot spill on the tires or the bike or china... That was all bro not paying attention and pushed against the raised concrete there

[@spartanchirho]

Used TW200. Yamaha has made them for 32 years. Definitely worth tfl review and lots of vids. You would be remiss not to.....Kase??

[@m.richards6947]

TW200 is very short for anyone over 6ft tall.

[@daves984]

If you want a decent quality Chinese dual sport. The best choice is the Brozz 250 from peace sports in Ga. Better swing arm. Braided brake lines. Led blinkers. Counter balanced engine. Outstanding customer support. You can get every part from them plastics clutches cylinder heads tires wheels. Literally every part. $1950 delivered. Will do 65mph out of the box. 70mph after rejecting. I'm so glad the hawk dlx was out of stock when I was buying a bike

[@odomn]

Yeah, that counter balanced engine is much better.

[@yorkchris10]

If I was in the market for a C90, I'd prefer this . The carbureted version would be a family hauler in some markets, which might make it fun for fly-in ADV.

[@iplaymytele]

Actually it’s the third cheapest the first is also built by the same company and it is the ( magician ) ...! The magician is also a 250 but it is the least expensive of the three the second is like my bike the carbureted hawk 250....! The third is like this bike the DLX fuel injected hawk 250...! I have a video of mine being delivered also from the truck pulling up to the door to it being completely done it took me about an hour and 40 minutes to put the front wheel on the handlebars and the side panels...! I bought mine from TX Power sports...! Free delivery no tax because it came from Texas and the total price to my garage was $1508 total with the paperwork to get my license and title....! I am extremely pleased with it my grandson has the exact same bike you were showing here other than the front forks and the electronica fuel injection our two bikes are identical....! These bikes will last forever as long as you take care of them I’m extremely pleased with mine...! You may check out my hawk delivery to my garage a few stages of installation and the finished bag on my channel..! ( THE GEFF GALEY CHANNEL ) there is an easier way to lift the bike up you can put a lag in the ceiling and use motorcycle straps and lift it up...! Also a motorcycle lift from Harbor freight makes this quick easy work...! Nice informative video have a great weekend on your HAWK...! Professor Jeff Galey, The Jeff Galey channel

[@jasontruman1256]

I have three dlx and a venom x20 they run great and we have the whole family riding they are amazing

[@coryernewein]

I'd take the 2nd hand option, I like old iron!!!

[@grabir01]

2001 WR426 $1500 clean title, also KTM EXC300 Clean title $1750. For off road the KTM would be my choice as it is a 2 stroke power house making over 50 HP !! More HP than the 426 4 stroke for sure. Wow!! Hang on!!

[@grabir01]

@@crackjack8320 No one cares that you live in a low income area and cannot afford a bike. Finish High School and get a job. Thanks.

[@WW-wf8tu]

Like, you, I have done new and used. And as much as used can suck, dollar for dollar, it is not worth the money for an experienced rider to buy that Hawk. I would buy a KRL or KTM 250 used over that. And anything it needed to be made safe and usable would be where my money would go.

[@otnproduction]

The hawk 250 is actually a good bike and it’s not as slow as you guys try to make it a regular dirtbike goes about 100 mph the hawks goes 70-80 with different horse power! say what you want that’s pretty dam good you guys love speeding tickets 💯

[@finerbiner]

Parts for the Hawk are as available as a DRZ or a CRF. They are sooooo cheap as well. Alibaba! the Hawk is underpowered, under engineered and has a shit suspension. The engine will probably run forever. It's also a million times more usable than that Super Cub.

[@m.richards6947]

Is there any way to upgrade suspension?

[@finerbiner]

@@m.richards6947 Chech out Motocheese. He has all sorts of mods and info.

[@davespicer3647]

If more throttle gets you more noise but no more power, I'd bet the ignition timing isn't set correctly.

[@tauncfester3022]

These bikes have CDI and like most CDI equipped engines don't have any adjustments. You can buy special 4 degree advance flywheel keys to peak the power up, but I would uncork the muffler and intake tract first.

[@tobiaslyons5470]

Say what you want about it if your moderately good at mechanical stuff (it’s an air cooled engine it’s super simple) the bikes unbeatable. Airbox delete New battery Spark plug Retune the ecu (KZbin it/forums) Gearing change 17/45 And I can almost beat a brand new CRF250L for less than 2500.

[@michaelb.42112]

It appears to me like Amazon bikes are the new Harley Davidson meaning they need to be wrenched on, and in doing so you learn more about bikes and strengthen your relationship with your iron horse. Is that correct ? I'd much rather rather spend the same amount of money on a reliable Japanese bike that needs nothing, but what's the fun in that, right ? I bet in the future the HAWK will be romanced, and looked at as a true classic. It reminds me of the mini bike phase of the 1980's. Very American, and very cool.

[@logansportpilotrp8174]

dude change the gearing,that is why it is screaming at 50 mph

[@deltabravo1257]

That thing is louder than my KTM 450 EXC-F Six bDays edition. It’s louder than my DRZ too.

[@lenlaskowski7374]

Try the parts at CSC motorcycles. They have all the parts.

[@bwxmoto]

I'd buy a TW200. Infinitely higher quality bike. Mine will go 70 mph. It is what it is, I'd have a hard time spending $2000 on that because I know what kind of Japanese bikes are out there for sale. Some really good deals out there if you keep looking. Now Chinese minibikes on the other hand.. lots of fun for the $$.

[@jeffwaldorf2334]

We just bought a 2011 Yamaha Tw 200 for $2400. And a 2012 Yamaha Xt 250 for $2500 with only 210 miles on it.

[@ProudWhiteBoy]

i would take the 2000 and put it down on the Honda cfr 300l

[@colterino]

Love it. Want one. Gas prices.

[@R.Nelson]

Good morning Alex and Kase!! DLX won't go past 50..?... I'd buy Kases Harley...but it's worth more than $2000...I enjoy the DLX videos... thanks guys ☺

[@gilpena9591]

Man really considering trying to buy one of these

[@cityfisherman89]

look up moto cheese and see what he has done to his hawk

[@useritscarrot]

The RPS.hawk.is a joke when compared the Apollo. All the parts on my Apollo are bigger, heavier duty parts. Here's a quick example the chain on my Apollo 250rx is a FREAKING 520 CHAIN. That Hawk has a 428 size chain. This goes with bolt sizes etc. Everything is bigger and ' heavier duty ' on the Apollo 250 compared to the RPS Hawk.

[@cityfisherman89]

he has a hawk @@useritscarrot

[@jeffjohnon4223]

Honda CRF 230 parts are a direct fit.

[@Maxumized]

Exactly! ...and these guys are full of crap

[@darkpepsi]

If I had $2,000, I would buy my father’s 1975 Honda Super Sport 550F but I know he wouldn’t sell it. 😂

Then go to buy a 1975 bike that when it was made there was still a soviet and China was a communist country. It really is bullet proof.

[@barrygoldwater7030]

Blamed the tires....

[@elektrosmokes1911]

"I bought a brand new motorcycle and the tire was flat. I know all I have to do to fix it is add air, but I bought a brand new motorcycle, and it should have air from the factory." (Proceeds to ride with a flat tire) Guys. Guys... These bikes don't seem to be for you. In fact, if these trivial issues gave you and pause, then motorcycles aren't for you PERIOD.

[@Ryan-pd6uw]

There are so many things that are wrong in this video. First, the gentlemen in this video do actually seem knowledgeable about motorcycles, but, how many motorcycles have they received in a box that they had to put together? My point is, there are things you should expect to have to adjust, you aren't getting a dealership type of experience. The bike doesn't have a lot of power, pretty sure the valves don't need adjusting, it's just what it is. There are tons of parts that are compatible with these bikes, and a lot of parts from japanese bikes fit these. I busted a break line in WV, went to a Honda dealership and was able to use a break line they had, back on the trails again. These bikes are far easier to work on than Japanese bikes as well, they are just simpler...not much to them, because there's nothing special about them. I have this exact same motorcycle, bought it brand new in 2020 and I absolutely love it (I did change the sprockets on it), does it compare to my Honda, no, absolutely not, but do I get a ton of fun out of it? absolutely, and have had zero mechanical issues with it in the two years that I've had it.

[@alangoodrich6590]

That's vantage point? Let's ride!

[@4N2IN0JA]

Great video guys! The Hawk was tempting but I ultimately went with a 1989 Yamaha XT350 with only 1700 miles on it. It needs some love but I still feel like it’s the better choice in the end. Plus it has a 6th gear and more cc’s.

[@fishingthesaltysouth8296]

There is a lot of good criticism but at the same time you gotta remember it’s a cheap bike and I think it’s worth the money

[@old_skool9877]

That is why I get the carborated bike...

[@mariodesmo]

I'm thinking that pheasant flying out of the tree at 8:50 would taste really good for a New Year's Eve dinner... When I started riding we didn't need no stinking head light on during the day time, not even a helmet. That's how we learned to ride and take the lumps. lol If I had two grand to blow away, I'd spend it on hookers! At lease that would leave me with a smile on my face.

[@davegeisler7802]

Its just a trail bike and great little bike to commute on around town or short rides to work to save on some gas money. Its 2 grand , cmon ! Its fine for what it is.

[@RandomParrot]

This is a rumor I heard. Let me know if its true. The patent had run its time and the China bike companies are just building 20 year old motor designs, and using that for the new bikes. I however don't see China care if there is a patent but who knows? No really who does know?

[@AndrewDasilvaPLT]

Similar to the gy6 motors?

[@badgerpa9]

No china does not care about patents, they have a car they sell in china that is an exact replica of a buick and GM lets it go so they can get cheap labor on the crap parts from there. Check CBC canada broadcasting sometime for there videos about china and patents.

[@barrygoldwater7030]

Yes it’s a Honda clone

[@RandomParrot]

@@barrygoldwater7030 dude is that really your name? AU H²0

[@barrygoldwater7030]

@@RandomParrot may as well be! But no it isn’t. He was way ahead of his time, I expect him to come back to life any minute along with john birch.

[@dallaserraco]

THIS IS THE BEST BIKE IN THE WORLD!!! Jokes, it's a complete piece of sh*t... but I LOVE MINE 😂

[@thelobb]

love mine too

[@heilaw7002]

Every new engine needs to break in. You guys beat it since you got it brand new. Doing off road, max speed testing, 6000 rpm. And now you talk about valve clearance? Come on man

[@Chad-wb7du]

This video is almost an entire regurgitation from older videos. Didn’t spend any time discussing how easy it was to register the bike. Could’ve been better....

[@pedrothomas4944]

tire slid u hit the sand in joint of street

[@coreycheatham06]

Riding passenger on a motorcycle with your hands there is downright idiotic.

[@Mills141]

I'd consider it but going used...

[@donaldduckdm]

Shouldn't have to bleed the brakes? YOU assemble the bike. It is part of why it is cheaper. Go buy a Honda in a crate(like you can), assemble it, and tell me its Honda's fault the brakes aren't bled.

[@lenlaskowski7374]

For $2600 my CSC TT250 came assembled.

[@badgerpa9]

It also weighs about 50 pounds more doesn't it? Having a mechanic prep it for you is smart so you can learn from a set up bike instead of one that is not set up.

[@reedsartofadventure]

Lol, must be the tires 👍🤣👍

[@elitanks]

Lmfao I can’t with this guy he shows a playback of the tire clearly staying in place and is like omg I can’t believe the tire slipped;(

[@paul_nwsxs]

if i had $2000 i would go and buy a suzuki drz 400 dual sport

[@useritscarrot]

Yeah I wish they were that price and didn't have timing chain issues that they are known for. My quadsport LTZ400 has the same issue and a manual tensioner is just my band aid for it for now.

[@neXtFriarTuck]

I would buy almost any Japanese used 250cc bike at the same price point. Better reliability, better aftermarket and better overall value than the Hawk Deluxe 250cc.

[@flintstone4208]

If it doesn't run any faster than that would rather have a scooter

[@jasoncraig9109]

Roman is a snob though lol…. Some people this is all they can afford for transportation

[@Chillinjjv]

come on dude, dont blame the bike for you falling lol.

[@jinojacques2607]

She’s whaling she got no more to give😂😂😂

[@johngeorge5285]

Check out Motochez on youtube. He tests & improves these bikes & much more.

[@m-ng2962]

Looks like second hand bike from someone. And sold it to you.

[@darrenorange2982]

Is this video sponsored by Hawk?

[@ryancraig2795]

I'm doubtful that these things actually meet fmvss standards. Always-on headlight has been required since the 70s. Also doubtful that it actually meets EPA noise standards.

[@uhlsen.industries]

This thing is a waste of Money and recources. For a 2000 i would buy something where i can get spares without speaking Mandarin. Go for something from Honda and your sorted.

[@logansportpilotrp8174]

You know that motor is a Honda sg clone right?

[@uhlsen.industries]

@@logansportpilotrp8174 a Clone is as good as the genuine? I dont Think so.

[@logansportpilotrp8174]

@@uhlsen.industries Hey smart ass ,thats what i said ....CLONE....didnt say it was as good ....get a grip buddy

[@barrygoldwater7030]

They make more of these clone engines than the real thing dude, Zhongshan

[@rubberguy1982]

Get a tw200 and be done

[@EOMFDdaudits]

This dude reminds me of JP from grandmas boy.

[@SnowMizt]

Such a noob for dropping it.

[@thelobb]

dude, you dropped the bike. own it quit being a baby and blaming everything else

[@quincyrubin7451]

Magician is the cheapest

[@the_jarmel]

1st

[@Maxumized]

I 1st’d your 1st

[@robertyoung8289]

My Honda Monkey would smoke that thing!

[@stockrappy]

You could buy two of those for the price of a monkey so..

[@bernardolopez2770]

These bikes are no bueno don't buy them!