NEW Dual sport/Enduro Need advice!TBR7/Hawk 250

Road Gaper · 10-31-2021, 06:29 PM

Hey people! So I have pulled the trigger and order my first brand new Dual sport/Enduro.
The - Tao TBR7 - to be exact. So I've made a list of common but real questions
Please reply!

and SORRY if these have been asked before.
so here we go...

1). What motor oil to use; Will this be okay---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ6VFAW/?coliid=I2NHMUUQD8UFRP&colid=1BMDIQ247G86W&psc=1&r ef_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

2). What Fork oil to use (?)
3). Will the Nibbi PE30 be a great upgrade and if so should/will I need this adapter?---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PCN9MQW...v_ov_lig_dp_it

4). What size Jet needle to use for best performace;I live in flat florida if that means anything.
5). What's the best yet cheap Chain lube ?
6). Axel grease..are they all the same ? if not which would you use ?
7). Does upgrading the Exhaust/pipes really increase speed? Suggestions (?)
8). Anyone ever replace their rear and front light bulbs ?
9). What would be a better upgrade to the stock Battery ?
10). Annnd one more question and it might be dumb but.. Are all the keys to the Tao TBR7 the same ???

buzz · 10-31-2021, 06:51 PM

Hello 115 on jet for stock carb,exhaust really works, and add knobby tires if you want to iride in the dirt. You can find the the answers on this great site.

FlyingBasset · 10-31-2021, 07:42 PM

All of this info can be found either in the stickies in this forum or the Motocheez videos on youtube.

Someone might be willing to go through and answer all of these for you if you're lucky.

Aufgeblassen · 11-01-2021, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Road Gaper

4). What size Jet needle to use for best performace;I live in flat florida if that means anything.

I live in Ft. Pierce myself, and I went from the stock 88 jet to a 110, and it runs great! I changed NOTHING else (i.e. like adjusting or changing the needle).

Before I changed it, it ran fine up to about 40 MPH, but above that it ran crappy and I'd have to put choke on (either partially or almost fully) to be able to even accelerate above 40.

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Originally Posted by Road Gaper

9). What would be a better upgrade to the stock Battery ?

Why not just wait until you need a new one? It is not like we have COLD weather starting issues!

Road Gaper · 11-01-2021, 01:44 PM

40mph??? No way buddy. these things are supposed to run around 60 average;might as well ride a 50cc tiny scooter. Maybe think about some upgrades

jasbeth · 11-01-2021, 03:14 PM

Sent you a PM with info

jasbeth · 11-01-2021, 03:45 PM

1. Rotella 15/40, change the stock oil before you ever start it.
2. I use Belray 15w
3. Your current carb is actually 26mm, you can spec it. The PE30 is great, I have the PWK30 and love it. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B097BPKP...roduct_details
4. Jetting will depend on the carb. Every Carb acts different with different jets. Currently I am at 105/38, needle on #2, air mixture @ 2 turns on the PWK30. I tested 100-140 on mains, 25-48 on pilots, this is best for me on the coast of Texas.
5. Chain lube is a personal preference, swap that stock chain to a O-Ring Chain. If you want a good 428, here you go but check to verify how many links are in your stock chain, better to have to remove a few than get one too short.. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Niche-428...ycle/242556965
6. I would use Marine grade lithium grease.
7. YES, swap the stock for a free flow exhaust. Many out there to choose from. Exhaust from a CRF230f will fit, you will need a new gasket. I have a few left, just message me. Here is a starting point for ya'. https://www.ebay.com/itm/22155581173...cAAOSwaCBgPcnP
8. Yes, Jay on Youtube has a video on this. I sent you a link to his videos, search them.
9. This is a great battery, many to choose from but I have had zero issues with this one. https://www.walmart.com/ip/YTX5L-BS-...ycle/165456964
10. Leave it outside and see!!

Any questions, reach out, we are all here to help.

Road Gaper · 11-01-2021, 03:53 PM

Thank you so much!!!

Aufgeblassen · 11-01-2021, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Road Gaper

40mph??? No way buddy. these things are supposed to run around 60 average;might as well ride a 50cc tiny scooter. Maybe think about some upgrades

Yes way!, it ran TOO LEAN! "Maybe someone 150 lbs. might be able to use as delivered, but with my weight, was literally no good above 40 MPH without choke on. Now it is good with larger jet. NO other upgrades needed!

Aufgeblassen · 11-01-2021, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jasbeth

Sent you a PM with info

Did not get.

jasbeth · 11-01-2021, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Aufgeblassen

Did not get.

Didn't know you wanted it, but sent it to you.

10-31-2021, 06:29 PM	#1
Road Gaper Join Date: Oct 2021 Posts: 11	NEW Dual sport/Enduro Need advice!TBR7/Hawk 250 Hey people! So I have pulled the trigger and order my first brand new Dual sport/Enduro. The - Tao TBR7 - to be exact. So I've made a list of common but real questions Please reply! and SORRY if these have been asked before. so here we go... 1). What motor oil to use; Will this be okay---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJ6VFAW/?coliid=I2NHMUUQD8UFRP&colid=1BMDIQ247G86W&psc=1&r ef_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it 2). What Fork oil to use (?) 3). Will the Nibbi PE30 be a great upgrade and if so should/will I need this adapter?---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PCN9MQW...v_ov_lig_dp_it 4). What size Jet needle to use for best performace;I live in flat florida if that means anything. 5). What's the best yet cheap Chain lube ? 6). Axel grease..are they all the same ? if not which would you use ? 7). Does upgrading the Exhaust/pipes really increase speed? Suggestions (?) 8). Anyone ever replace their rear and front light bulbs ? 9). What would be a better upgrade to the stock Battery ? 10). Annnd one more question and it might be dumb but.. Are all the keys to the Tao TBR7 the same ??? Last edited by Road Gaper; 11-22-2021 at 08:54 PM.
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11-01-2021, 01:44 PM	#5
Road Gaper Join Date: Oct 2021 Posts: 11	hmmm.. 40mph??? No way buddy. these things are supposed to run around 60 average;might as well ride a 50cc tiny scooter. Maybe think about some upgrades
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11-01-2021, 03:45 PM	#7
jasbeth Join Date: Sep 2021 Posts: 28	1. Rotella 15/40, change the stock oil before you ever start it. 2. I use Belray 15w 3. Your current carb is actually 26mm, you can spec it. The PE30 is great, I have the PWK30 and love it. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B097BPKP...roduct_details 4. Jetting will depend on the carb. Every Carb acts different with different jets. Currently I am at 105/38, needle on #2, air mixture @ 2 turns on the PWK30. I tested 100-140 on mains, 25-48 on pilots, this is best for me on the coast of Texas. 5. Chain lube is a personal preference, swap that stock chain to a O-Ring Chain. If you want a good 428, here you go but check to verify how many links are in your stock chain, better to have to remove a few than get one too short.. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Niche-428...ycle/242556965 6. I would use Marine grade lithium grease. 7. YES, swap the stock for a free flow exhaust. Many out there to choose from. Exhaust from a CRF230f will fit, you will need a new gasket. I have a few left, just message me. Here is a starting point for ya'. https://www.ebay.com/itm/22155581173...cAAOSwaCBgPcnP 8. Yes, Jay on Youtube has a video on this. I sent you a link to his videos, search them. 9. This is a great battery, many to choose from but I have had zero issues with this one. https://www.walmart.com/ip/YTX5L-BS-...ycle/165456964 10. Leave it outside and see!! Any questions, reach out, we are all here to help. Last edited by jasbeth; 11-01-2021 at 03:50 PM. Reason: Chain Links, oil
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11-01-2021, 03:53 PM	#8
Road Gaper Join Date: Oct 2021 Posts: 11	Wow! Thank you so much!!!
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10-31-2021, 06:51 PM	#2
buzz Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Dayton Pa. Posts: 862	Hello 115 on jet for stock carb,exhaust really works, and add knobby tires if you want to iride in the dirt. You can find the the answers on this great site.
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10-31-2021, 07:42 PM	#3
FlyingBasset Join Date: Jun 2021 Posts: 26	All of this info can be found either in the stickies in this forum or the Motocheez videos on youtube. Someone might be willing to go through and answer all of these for you if you're lucky.
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11-01-2021, 03:14 PM	#6
jasbeth Join Date: Sep 2021 Posts: 28	Sent you a PM with info
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