new bike thought

Youpa · 04-17-2008, 10:19 PM

EVERY where i look for a bike, people say there junk. i'm so freaking sick of having to WONDER which bike will be good to buy. the newest dual sport bike ive been looking at is the 2007 United Motors DTF 200. its 2,700 dollars new and theres dealers all over the place. 1 is 35 miles away from my house

i'm not seeing any bashing on these bike except for the jap riders. surprise surprise. any1 have any suggestions on this bike? heres a link to one of the sites

http://www.motorcycle.com/specs/unit...7/dtf/200.html

culcune · 04-17-2008, 10:31 PM

There was one guy recently who had several problems with his UM DSF200, and his dealer or UM wasn't taking care of him. I had thought they were good bikes, especially being Chinese, as I have seen them at our local dealer, and the 3 year warranty, but the member gave me second thoughts. (I hope he, or someone else chimes in)

I don't know if you have considered the Qlink XF200 (motard) or XP200 (enduro)? The XF200 has a small, loyal following now, and is built by Qingqi, who OEM for Suzuki's DR200se. You are essentially getting a (near) half-priced Suzuki DR200. Personally, I like the motard version, but would consider the enduro version.

culcune · 04-17-2008, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Youpa

dual sport bike ive been looking at is the 2007 United Motors DTF 200

http://www.motorcycle.com/specs/unit...7/dtf/200.html

Be careful as the DTF is the off-road enduro (no turn signals, and off-road tires, and other street stuff missing) vs the DSF which is fully street legal in 50 states (but actually 49 because California no longer plates them

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katoranger · 04-18-2008, 08:35 AM

The people who tell you the bikes are junk as getting there info from where?

The UM is suppose to be a good bike. I think the models with the suzuki based engine are espicially good, but you would need to decide if double the typical china bike price is worth it.

I would at this time go for one of the hi-bird 250 bikes, but I also could care less about the warranty and am not afraid to have to work on my bike.

I the warranty makes you feel comfortable then its up to you.

$2700 seems alittle steep, but if the dealer actually honors the warranty and provides good service then it may be a good deal.

Again I would take the money and buy 2 hibirds and keep one as a backup bike if the first breaks down.

Allen

olds_cool · 04-20-2008, 05:02 PM

My bro-in-law has the UM DTF enduro. I rode it and was REALLY impressed with it. Excellent quality and good power. Was very strong for a 200cc. Made me wish I had a street legal enduro.

04-17-2008, 10:19 PM	#1
Youpa Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: PA Posts: 19	new bike thought EVERY where i look for a bike, people say there junk. i'm so freaking sick of having to WONDER which bike will be good to buy. the newest dual sport bike ive been looking at is the 2007 United Motors DTF 200. its 2,700 dollars new and theres dealers all over the place. 1 is 35 miles away from my house i'm not seeing any bashing on these bike except for the jap riders. surprise surprise. any1 have any suggestions on this bike? heres a link to one of the sites http://www.motorcycle.com/specs/unit...7/dtf/200.html
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04-17-2008, 10:31 PM	#2
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	There was one guy recently who had several problems with his UM DSF200, and his dealer or UM wasn't taking care of him. I had thought they were good bikes, especially being Chinese, as I have seen them at our local dealer, and the 3 year warranty, but the member gave me second thoughts. (I hope he, or someone else chimes in) I don't know if you have considered the Qlink XF200 (motard) or XP200 (enduro)? The XF200 has a small, loyal following now, and is built by Qingqi, who OEM for Suzuki's DR200se. You are essentially getting a (near) half-priced Suzuki DR200. Personally, I like the motard version, but would consider the enduro version. __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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04-18-2008, 08:35 AM	#4
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	The people who tell you the bikes are junk as getting there info from where? The UM is suppose to be a good bike. I think the models with the suzuki based engine are espicially good, but you would need to decide if double the typical china bike price is worth it. I would at this time go for one of the hi-bird 250 bikes, but I also could care less about the warranty and am not afraid to have to work on my bike. I the warranty makes you feel comfortable then its up to you. $2700 seems alittle steep, but if the dealer actually honors the warranty and provides good service then it may be a good deal. Again I would take the money and buy 2 hibirds and keep one as a backup bike if the first breaks down. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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04-20-2008, 05:02 PM	#5
olds_cool Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 291	My bro-in-law has the UM DTF enduro. I rode it and was REALLY impressed with it. Excellent quality and good power. Was very strong for a 200cc. Made me wish I had a street legal enduro.
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