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Forum: ATVs 04-10-2012, 01:13 PM
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Views: 1,537
Posted By northerndad
Hey have any pics of it plowing snow? Sounds like...

Hey have any pics of it plowing snow? Sounds like quite the setup!
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-30-2012, 02:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,492
Posted By northerndad
Hey Mic et al - as some know I am doing...

Hey Mic et al -

as some know I am doing work for Visionary - aka Linhai, Pitster Pro Canada. Yes as Mic said the 200 is arriving any week now (should be here end april LATEST). From what I heard...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-30-2012, 02:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,523
Posted By northerndad
Yes, update please! The Zongs are good...

Yes, update please!

The Zongs are good engines, from the looks of it I have that 200 in one of my china quads, it is very reliable. Easy to work on. Got my motorcycle learners last week I am so...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-30-2012, 02:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,903
Posted By northerndad
Nice to know the china bike compares so well to a...

Nice to know the china bike compares so well to a Suzuki (if I had japanese it would be Suzuki - love them).

China bikes are going up in price partly due to EPA standards and partly more rigid...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-20-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 908
Posted By northerndad
Welcome! I look forward to seeing some pics of...

Welcome! I look forward to seeing some pics of your journeys, and hearing how the Daymak machines hold out.
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-20-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 948
Posted By northerndad
A few brands have come up as consistently good in...

A few brands have come up as consistently good in my last year or so of china rides: Dinli, CF Moto, Vline, Linhai - also seen others come up too like Kymco (tiawan). There are a few very good ATV...
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-25-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
Yes they are considering it, working on a deal...

Yes they are considering it, working on a deal with Sky Team though I am not sure what models would make distribution, and how much they'd be refined for our market.
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-24-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
I was joking about it being top secret, sorry! I...

I was joking about it being top secret, sorry! I actually didn't take pictures of anything that was actually secret. 8) I have seen some pretty cool prototypes, but that stuff - if it comes to canada...
Forum: Reviews 02-24-2012, 12:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
Awesome thanks for the update! I haven't done...

Awesome thanks for the update! I haven't done much with ours in the winter, want to get some new front tires as the one is worn out for some reason.
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-24-2012, 12:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
Awesome - well the Suzuki has a small engine too....

Awesome - well the Suzuki has a small engine too. The one in the shop has a 125, exact same engine as in the classic 125. I was very impressed with the power from it, but I know the canadian market...
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-24-2012, 12:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
OK I checked google images and the V-Raptor is...

OK I checked google images and the V-Raptor is the same as the unit in that pic, except they have a bigger engine in the raptor - usually advertised as a 250cc but the videos of real ones have the...
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-23-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
Sharp eyes weld! I'm told that is called a...

Sharp eyes weld!

I'm told that is called a Sherpa. Very unlikely it will be distributed - such a niche market and as is underpowered, but cool. Based on a Suzuki from days gone.

jb
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-23-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,968
Posted By northerndad
Tour of Visionary Motorsports Warehouse

I am here in Edmonton to start a contract with Visionary Motorsports to continue helping them with communication and marketing. I've been here all week but brought my kids in for a "tour" of where...
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 02-23-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,734
Posted By northerndad
I know this is probably a late post, but the...

I know this is probably a late post, but the classic 125 is available under the Pitster Pro brand here in Canada.

Also, there are discussions underway to distribute more of their products in...
Forum: New Member Introductions 02-23-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,318
Posted By northerndad
Welcome! From another BC guy. I'm not into bikes...

Welcome! From another BC guy. I'm not into bikes yet but will be this year for sure :)
Forum: Reviews 01-29-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
Glad the Tao is working for you Ron. Hope it...

Glad the Tao is working for you Ron.

Hope it is still ok. Trick to not breaking the footwells is to not put any weight on the heel part of them.

The bushings in our Tao - replaced them with...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 01-29-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,345
Posted By northerndad
Thanks Rider! When I get the story on it I will...

Thanks Rider! When I get the story on it I will post. Yes we do pay a premium, transport canada is more strict and I understand they charge a per-unit fee as well as import fees on the road legal...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 01-29-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,345
Posted By northerndad
XTR 200X Supermoto - in Canada

Is this the Suzuki "inspired" bike that is coming to Canada? Road legal, transport Canada certified. I guess I'll have to get my motorcycle license to try it on the pavement :) I'll talk to Visionary...
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 01-29-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,227
Posted By northerndad
I'm guessing Motobishi is out of business -...

I'm guessing Motobishi is out of business - besides, looks like they were just re-badged HiSuns.
Forum: Reviews 11-12-2011, 11:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
Thanks a million for the great explanation Weld,...

Thanks a million for the great explanation Weld, that is EXACTLY the problem with the Tao. I don't know the language, other than it doesn't all line up. The Gio Beast limited seems to be fine in this...
Forum: Reviews 11-12-2011, 01:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
If you compare my Tao to a proper setup, you see...

If you compare my Tao to a proper setup, you see where the problems are. I did adjust it to toe in a bit, but like I said they keep going out. With the defective front end design it will always be...
Forum: Video and Pics 11-11-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 945
Posted By northerndad
More Linhai Videos by Yours Truely

Hey Folks,

I mentioned in a previous post that I went hunting and we put the 400 linhai thru some stuff. Here's the video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcO4Z_yQOic

I did a couple...
Forum: Reviews 11-11-2011, 07:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
Hi Ron, Part of the problem with the front...

Hi Ron,

Part of the problem with the front wheels on the Tao Tao 150 is that the camber changes as the wheels go up and down, and the alignment goes out when you steer it. So there is no way to...
Forum: Reviews 11-11-2011, 04:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,100
Posted By northerndad
I've had tons of problems with this model since...

I've had tons of problems with this model since writing this review:
* Both footwells eventually split and broke
* Chain adjustment bolts stripped - replaced w good ones
* Chain tensioner needed...
Forum: Video and Pics 10-17-2011, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,119
Posted By northerndad
Thanks man, I went on a unplanned hunting...

Thanks man,

I went on a unplanned hunting trip for 9 days and took the 400. It performed really well. Have some footage and will cut a video when I get home. I am in Edmonton now, meeting the...
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