Test ride on a Cheap, Chinese Enduro, the X-Pro Templar X 250

[@pd8559]

The stock carburetor does have an air fuel adjustment screw. Just remove the aluminum welch plug hiding it that was put on to satisfy the EPA and allow importation. Stock carb is perfect once you tune it. No need to replace it if you know how to remove the security blind/break off screws on the bowl, again for EPA satisfaction replace them with metric socket cap bolts from Home Depot. If air fuel screw adjustment doesn't eliminate the bog bump the #40 to #42 or if you have one try a #41. Main works great out of the box at my elevation, no need to shim the needle.

[@BikeXXOnABus]

I actually found and removed that plug a few days after I made this video. That's very useful info! It did help a bit, but the adjustment is limited. It's adequate, and it will get better as I go up in elevation so a carb swap is low priority.

[@pd8559]

@@BikeXXOnABus excellent, next is getting rid of the blind security bolts holding the bowl on. Once you get access to the jets a carb replacement drops to zero priority. You can always use the new carb as back or mind for bravery if worried you'll break it when cutting slots with a Dremel wheel into the blind bolt tops. A good fitting flat screwdriver and slow turns while pushing pressure down will usually unscrew the bolts which can be thrown away and replaced with socket cap ones. And if you mess up and the metal just smooshes and no longer turns out the bolts just grind the tops off. You can remove the bowl and use vice grips on the bolt stubs to unscrew them completely.

[@BikeXXOnABus]

@@pd8559 The stock 28mm carb is a little small for a 250cc bike, imo. I saw some sellers also offer it with a 30mm carb, but mine seems to choke it a bit in the upper rev range. It's not a huge deal since my plans will benefit from the low end grunt, but if I am going to the trouble of cutting grooves in bolts and buying jets for it anyway, I'll probably spend a few more bucks on a bigger Nibbi that comes with extra jets. I wouldn't mind just a few more ponies up top. Again, not a high priority by any means. I may just give your method a try anyway when my to-do list is a little shorter. Cheers!

[@mattf3238]

Nice job on the video could you do one about your likes and dislikes. If you have any concerns with vibration? If the suspension needs a lot of work? I am really interested in the bike. I just need more information before I can pull the trigger on one.

[@dcardenas171]

How difficult is it to adjust the rest suspension I'm 190 and I'm going to have to adjust as well I bought the tool for the collar but it's not a easy access from what I can tell.

[@z42069]

I use to drive my semi threw there every other day, now im retired and just bought the Xpro 250 bike, IM EXCITED!

[@neuchigen]

The part where you asked if we should do something illegal had me sold and subscribed! 😂

[@ericjohnson9080]

Thanks for the ride! Looks like a good bike. Yours is the best vid I have seen on this bike. Keep the vids coming.

[@flyprincess69]

I’ve had the Xpro Titan 250 dlx for 2 years and it’s been a great runabout.

[@teeztoyz]

Wow where you live is like perfect for that bike - half street half dirt and it's like you know where all the driveways leading into and out of the dirt are.

[@theonehavingthekey5966]

Definitely a great bike. A bike i would consider purchasing. Thanks for sharing.

[@DAV1DXAV1ER]

25:37 Suspension doesn't look too bad either I don't see much camera shake when you soak up the bumps. Thanks for sharing.

[@theonehavingthekey5966]

For a bike that is to be delivered, works quite well. Aesthetics looks amazing too. But i think i still love my xt250 more! This bike looks like it would be a great competitor to the xt250 though. Ty for sharing.

[@ericellquist7007]

It's a good looking bike, I am impressed. I've decided that I have to own one. I really like the look, without the graphics. How difficult was it to strip the plastics? I saw that Amazon has vinyl wrap in various colors and sizes. The digital camo looked interesting... I'm 73, and quit riding about 10 years ago due to back injuries but these bikes are very contagious, and I think I have the bug again. Good luck bro.

[@randallnixon3456]

Great video! I am a Hawk owner and I hope you enjoy your bike as much as I’ve enjoyed mine. 👍🏼

[@gregorydeangelis9192]

Great ride. Thanks for your time. I love that bike. I'm itching to get one. Love the look, setup, 6 speed counter balance motor. Better then standard suspension and instrumentation and simplicity of a carbureted motor oh! Lets not forget disc brakes front and back. All for just over $2k. Is there any other better?

[@BikeXXOnABus]

Definitely nothing better at the price.

[@Timmytango7]

Love this man keep up on the updates!

[@neildrummond5711]

Thanks for this makes me want one even more now!

[@kevinhughes2253]

That would suck to live there. Rode a long way just to find a dirt field. I can ride mountains in minutes

[@micwell2247]

Getting one for it's simplicity...can't beat that. But then, care to change oil often . Little 2 valves will not take long high way beatings...not meant for that...rock on

[@mitzzzu_tigerjones444]

Mic placement sounds good in this vid

[@davidk7481]

With some carbs, as you accelerate bogging from idle and backfire on deceleration usually means rich air to fuel mix.

[@Kdizz10]

the bike doesn't sound stressed at all when you ride.

[@breakdownbill1]

I noticed that too,,he has this bike running perfectly none of the other Xpro 250 videos has this bike running this smooth

[@Kdizz10]

@@breakdownbill1 the other reviewers made the bike seem like it was slow, this video made the bike seem like it was quick.

[@machupikachu1085]

Cool Bike! I followed your journey on Google Maps LOL

[@rider65]

Thanks for reviewing. I'm looking in to buying one this Summer. Could you list the suspension brand and specs. I.E.- stanchion width, length and travel. Coil or air spring? Shock spring rate. Length and travel. Thanks 👍

[@los1274]

Very nice bike

[@martymcmannis6581]

I dont like the rain, it stings. I got caught in it 4 times last year.. Thanks for sharing this video

[@BikeXXOnABus]

Full face helmet my dude. Always.

[@mvkasu]

How many miles does it take for this bike to break in?

[@Stonewallx39]

What’s up from Lincoln! You were able to title/register in Nebraska no problem?

[@BikeXXOnABus]

I didn't even try. My plans to take my bikes to tour the country include registering my vehicles in South Dakota, so rather than getting a NE title just to switch to a SD title didn't make sense. Sunday was my last day in Omaha.

[@sgtshultz13]

Sounds smooth little vibration. Must be counter balanced

[@ericjohnson9080]

Anyone know about how this x compares to the Orion rxb? New 4 valve model coming out $3200 ish

[@amberandrews-ls6mr]

Looks like my Orion rxb250 or kayo is the original manufacturer of this design if not mistaken

[@maxgreco2933]

Hell yea man Nebraska riders unite!

[@omz3403]

Do you feel alot of vibration to the point of your hands hurting?i have that issue on mine i dont know if its normal

[@BikeXXOnABus]

Is yours the six speed? The six speed is counterbalanced, so it doesn't vibrate as much. The five speed might be a different story.

[@chevypizza124]

Is the shifting pattern like a Honda 250

[@discoveror9576]

What is the (approximate) REAR suspension travel? ... e.g. outside the shock? Thanks ...

[@markdavis4141]

If it were fuel injected, it would top out at 75+ mph, especially being a 6 speed. My 2024 RPS Hawk DLX has a counter balanced, fuel injected, 229cc, 4 stroke with a 5 speed transmission. I've had it on 73 mph and I still had a little bit of throttle left. At 70 mph, it's turning 7000 rpms, red lining at 9500 rpms.:22

[@slaverescuehound3440]

I’m looking at the same model what do you think about the bike.I kind of want the 300cc paladin instead but I feel like waiting a least a year on the paladin for them to work the kinks out.What you think?

[@markdavis4141]

@slaverescuehound3440 I know anything about the 300, but the Hawk DLX is a good bike. I've had mine almost 4 months and I ride it everyday. I've put 3600 miles on it and I haven't turned a bolt on it, other than changing the oil and tightening the chain.

[@markdavis4141]

don't* know

[@slaverescuehound3440]

@@markdavis4141that’s impressive for what it is. A lot of hate from the naysayers which I believe most of the hateful comments on you tube and China riders come from the “big four” execs,salesman etc…

[@markdavis4141]

@slaverescuehound3440. July 3rd, last year I bought a new 2023 Tao 250. It had a 229cc 4 stroke with a 5 speed transmission, like RPS Hawk, but it wasn't counter balanced. I was tightening bolts and nuts all the time and losing passenger foot pegs off of it. The counter balanced engine on the Hawk DLX prevents the vibration that causes that, I haven't tightened a bolt on it. But I still put 21,394 miles on the Tao 250 in 362 day's, before I blew the engine. And it isn't a big deal for me to blow the engine on a bike. I blew the engine on a Suzuki 90 twice and a Honda 360 once, by the time I was 15 year's old, I'm 59 now and I ride everywhere I go, have since July 3rd last year. I was paying almost $100 a month for insurance on the car I had. I got my Hawk DLX insured for $135 a year and it gets 80+ mpg. It's a no-brainer for me, I'm gon ride instead of driving.

[@henricusrealms8411]

The engine looks like an older XR250 w/electric start.

[@jessarellanes6648]

Thank you so much.

[@timothyhaskell8262]

What makes you think it has a catalytic converter?

[@TOPOPPZAY]

Could the rack on the back of it be removed ??

[@2stroke_wood]

Was it hard to get it registered with it saying off road

[@Johnson-gn4vx]

We will never know

[@1A-defended-By-2A]

When you say built well.....??

[@johndefalque5061]

Fully street legal? I want a scooter or minmoto next year, but I can't afford a toy. I would also never go off road.

[@connorwilson8078]

I’ve got a slam 250 Zongshen engine Very reliable bikes , feel and sound amazing

[@reedsartofadventure]

Sweet 😎👍🍻

[@dirtbikeguy07]

I know how it is! Good sho!

[@ericjohnson9080]

Could you post your purchase link?

[@johnharker7194]

Is this the 6 speed model?

[@BikeXXOnABus]

Yes it is.

[@johnharker7194]

@@BikeXXOnABus what does it top out in in 6th gear?

[@BikeXXOnABus]

@@johnharker7194 I hit 73 on the speedo, 68 on GPS. That is with a slight downhill. It's screaming at 60, though, so I like to keep it around 50 when I take it on the pavement.

[@johnharker7194]

@@BikeXXOnABus that sounds good for my needs. I just put mine together

[@rikkiroxx1430]

How come you don't have a plate on it?

[@Dolan1492]

this HAS to be Nebraska. West O?

[@Dolan1492]

OK yea. Millard North parking lot. Holy shit I was hoping I'd never see that place again. Good video though!

[@GaryMclain-v5i]

What's the top speed

[@BikeXXOnABus]

Tippy tops is somewhere around 70, but under most circumstances, 60-65 is the most you'll see. It's pretty happy cruising at 55.

[@toddjacobs5660]

Looks like it runs pretty good

[@mitzzzu_tigerjones444]

Do you have an assembly video of your own? That would be sick I always find that content creators go a lot more in depth with things that are need to know. All that aside this is nice content in and of it’self❤

[@BikeXXOnABus]

That's a good idea, and I would definitely do that if I thought for sure I did it correctly. However, I'd hate to do it the way it think is right, or miss an important step that might cause someone problems in the future. I'll be sure to include some tips for assembly once I have more time to get any bugs ironed out and do a long term review (soonish).

[@SharkZoneGaming-m2r]

Where would you go if it breaks?

[@snowfreak207]

6 speed o nice

[@Cristian-u3m]

fuq ya man, rock on bro

[@EvendimataE]

Hhonda XR150l is $3k. i dont mind paying a bit more for reliability

[@riccochet704]

Closer to $5500-6000 out the door after tax, freight, setup, doc and any other fees the dealer adds on. Unless you know of a dealer that doesn't charge any of that, I'd love to know. I'll go buy their entire inventory today.

[@BikeXXOnABus]

There's no argument from me that a Honda would be more reliable. I am 100% certain that something electrical will fail on this long before a Honda would. I have a couple counter points, though. 1) the mechanical parts on this bike are outstanding. I don't love that it lacks a proper oil filter, but dirt bikes have been running oil screens forever without problem. 2) This bike is in a totally different league than the XR150l both in terms of off road ability and power. The chinese competitor to the XR150l would be the Hawk 150 at around $1000. That is a 12hp commuter/dual sport. This is a 20hp proper dirt bike. If you were to use both for easy commuting with some light off-roading, the Honda would outlast the Templar by long time I'm sure. If you were to take both to a MX track, rock quarry, or hard enduro trail, the Honda just isn't designed for that abuse and would probably start breaking parts pretty quickly. They are two very different bikes with different uses in mind. Nothing offered by any of the big brands offer anything even close anywhere near the price. Stay tuned. My next video will feature my Honda, and it is ridiculously reliable.

[@sgtshultz13]

Good luck finding one and for that price

[@fishbonea1-pcrepair864]

2023 Honda XR150L after Freight, Dealer Prep, Dealer Mark-up, Sales Tax is $3900 to $4500 OTD but the list is $2971. Few dealers are selling it at list but when you go to sell it or trade it in what you will be offered is based on the $2971 price. Which will be about 35% off of that $2971 price in 3 to 5 years making it a $1900 trade or a $2400 retail. The XR150L is not a dirt bike, light trails at best. It is a slow ..... been built virtually the same since the 70's commuter bike.

[@fishbonea1-pcrepair864]

Templar X 250 is 80/20 bike at least with the stock knobby tires which will throw you down on a wet street. Honda XR150L is a 30/70 bike at best and will never see the top end of the Templar X. The 6 speed Zongshen PR250 motor is a well made power plant that will last many years. Templar X with 60/40 tires and size adjusted sprockets will make it a great dual purpose machine that can hit 65 all day long. Think you need parts for a Templar X? buy a second used/damaged one in 2 to 4 years for $800 to $1300.

[@j45acp69]

Enjoy that thing while it's working, once you need parts, good luck. Your always better off just buying a used jap bike, where parts are actualy available and the quality is there.

[@dirty-moto]

This is commonly mentioned in response to Chinese motorcycles, but what parts are going bad that can't be replaced with something aftermarket? I've seen entire replacement engines so I don't really see the concern. Most people don't put enough miles on a motorcycle to run it into the ground. I'll see how much I can get out of the air cooled Templar X in these hot desert temperatures, but for $2,000 MSRP, it'll pay itself off quickly.

[@TheRogerKyle]

air cooled honda xr250 engine, crf forks and swingarm, what exactly do you think won't be able to be found? lol

[@slaverescuehound3440]

Good look finding parts for them 30 year old hap bikes as well.Then when you find them good luck not flipping your ish