250cc or larger?

Alaskan-Dad · 10-25-2008, 11:07 AM

I have a few coins to spend on another bike.

I might buy another GY-5 but I would prefer a few more ponies and something a little tougher, as I am a BIG guy.

I have been google ing but have not found anything that is in stock over 200cc in a Enduro.

One other thing is I need it in a crate so it can be shipped to me in Alaska so that leaves out the used bikes :(

Does anyone here know of any bikes and dealers that might have something to fit my needs?

Thanks,
steve

srreynolds2003 · 10-25-2008, 01:20 PM

There used to be some 250 hi-birds but noone can seem to find any or anything bigger right now...I too am waiting for atleast 300cc or bigger before I get another one.

Have you searched locally to see if anyone has anything on craigslist?

phil · 10-25-2008, 06:04 PM

both jetmoto and apollo have 250's with zongshen motors but they are off road only :( would that help

Dragon · 10-25-2008, 08:24 PM

Someone posted a link to a 400cc ebay bike. It looked pretty sweet.

elroyjetsn · 10-25-2008, 10:27 PM

Wildfire sells a water cooled 250 enduro that looks interesting. Don't know if anyone here has tried out one. Not sure which factory makes it.

http://www.wildfiremotors.com//index...hk=1&Itemid=75

Xingyue makes a nice 250 4-valve bike and also makes a 400 water-cooled enduro machine.

Just about all the other 250's (like the 200's) are based on the old Honda CG 125 pushrod engines.

The question is, can you get one from a licensed dealer that can add the FMVSS to the MCO since these bike may not be DOT stickered. :roll:

Alaskan-Dad · 10-26-2008, 12:07 AM

Everyone thanks very much for your input

srreynolds2003
I have been watching craigs list not many bikes in Ketchikan and a trip to Seattle would cost around $1200 to $1500 Ferry rides round trip and cost just to be there :(

Phil thanks but lights are pretty much a must have.

elroyjetsn,
Sweet looking bike, I need to research wildfire a bit more

kens · 10-26-2008, 12:37 AM

Try a look at the saga 250 enduro.It can be shipped out of langey BC to you in Alaska easly.
I bought my bike from them.

http://www.offroadleisureproducts.com/

With the increase in the US dollar nows the time to buy from canada.

PM me for more info if you have questions

Jim · 10-26-2008, 01:12 AM

But you need to export it out of canada and import it into the usa, that adds a fair bit of paper work I would assume...

Alaskan-Dad · 10-26-2008, 06:45 PM

The more I look at China bikes the more impressed I am, though the fact that so few of the bikes are available in the US angers me!
Now this is one sweet ride!

New 30hp 250cc Dual Sport

Specifications
ENGINE
Engine: 250cc Liquid cooled
Transmission: 5 Speed hand clutch
Carburetor: Mikuni
Starter: Electric
Drive train: Chain Drive
Compression Ratio: 12:1
Horse Power: 30hp@ 8200 rpm
Gas Tank: Plastic 5 gallons

Hi Birds all new 250 Dual Sport Motorcycle
This is an all new computer designed and engineered
motorcycle. Hi Bird has expanded on the motard dual
sport concept of off road bikes being used on road and
created a one of a kind riding experience.This
motorcycle meets all specifications for highway use
and is rugged enough to be used on any trail.
With a powerful 250cc motor and matched 5 speed
transmission the power train truly delivers. The frame
and body are completely new and exclusive allowing
Hi Bird to take rider geometry and comfort to the next
level. The suspension is designed to give a smooth
ride and unmatched control. This 250 motorcycle was
made to handle anything from hiway speed to trail.

Jim · 10-26-2008, 07:03 PM

Give it time...

kens · 10-27-2008, 11:57 PM

Importing can't be that hard.We do it with cars and trucks all the time in Canada with cars from the USA.
If it is compliant with CDN MVA DOT it will be ok for USA import.
All depends on the price and if it's what you want...LOL

kens · 10-27-2008, 11:58 PM

The HB is a sweet looking machine

elroyjetsn · 10-28-2008, 10:21 AM

Kinda looks like a Ducati influenced motard. Very unique.

elroyjetsn · 10-28-2008, 02:02 PM

A spanish? scooter company is contracting a chinese company to make parts for their new line of trials bikes. Xispa has at least one popular trials bike company in a tizy. Mainly due to the $10,000 plus pricetag that Xispa is about to seriously undercut for their 250cc models.

http://www.phototrial.it/2008/david.html

Alaskan-Dad · 10-30-2008, 12:38 AM

Wayne,
Thats one mean machine, makes me wish I was 25 yrs younger it would be fun to ride it to its limits

.........

I emailed Hi-bird about where to buy one of those 250 enduro:

I really like the Hi-Bird Enduro and would like to find a US dealer that drop ships, any help would be appreciated.
I really want the 30hp 250cc Enduro!

Re: Dealers
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<reuben@hbmoto> Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 8:17 PM
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Hello Steve,
This bike is not in your market yet. The only HBMoto bike in your market is our chopper. The enduro should be for sale in the US market in January .
Please check back with us then.
Reuben L
Sales Manager

So save your money if you want one

Note: email addresses altered to thwart spambots

10-25-2008, 11:07 AM	#1
Alaskan-Dad Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Thorne Bay SE Alaska Posts: 131	250cc or larger? I have a few coins to spend on another bike. I might buy another GY-5 but I would prefer a few more ponies and something a little tougher, as I am a BIG guy. I have been google ing but have not found anything that is in stock over 200cc in a Enduro. One other thing is I need it in a crate so it can be shipped to me in Alaska so that leaves out the used bikes :( Does anyone here know of any bikes and dealers that might have something to fit my needs? Thanks, steve __________________ Three Greys Lifan GY-5's
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10-25-2008, 01:20 PM	#2
srreynolds2003 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tomball, TX Posts: 382	There used to be some 250 hi-birds but noone can seem to find any or anything bigger right now...I too am waiting for atleast 300cc or bigger before I get another one. Have you searched locally to see if anyone has anything on craigslist? __________________ -2005 Sierra SR200-
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10-25-2008, 06:04 PM	#3
phil Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: wise va Posts: 636	both jetmoto and apollo have 250's with zongshen motors but they are off road only :( would that help __________________ halls auto l coolster, modcycles, yanmar & zongshen, dealer fired roketa,lifan and jet moto and apollo quit me who's next
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10-25-2008, 08:24 PM	#4
Dragon Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tejas Posts: 834	Someone posted a link to a 400cc ebay bike. It looked pretty sweet. __________________ Chinabikeless
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10-25-2008, 10:27 PM	#5
elroyjetsn Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 629	Wildfire Water Cooled 250 Enduro Wildfire sells a water cooled 250 enduro that looks interesting. Don't know if anyone here has tried out one. Not sure which factory makes it. http://www.wildfiremotors.com//index...hk=1&Itemid=75 Xingyue makes a nice 250 4-valve bike and also makes a 400 water-cooled enduro machine. Just about all the other 250's (like the 200's) are based on the old Honda CG 125 pushrod engines. The question is, can you get one from a licensed dealer that can add the FMVSS to the MCO since these bike may not be DOT stickered. :roll: __________________ Wayne Wildfire WF300-SP
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10-26-2008, 12:07 AM	#6
Alaskan-Dad Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Thorne Bay SE Alaska Posts: 131	Everyone thanks very much for your input srreynolds2003 I have been watching craigs list not many bikes in Ketchikan and a trip to Seattle would cost around $1200 to $1500 Ferry rides round trip and cost just to be there :( Phil thanks but lights are pretty much a must have. elroyjetsn, Sweet looking bike, I need to research wildfire a bit more __________________ Three Greys Lifan GY-5's
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10-26-2008, 12:37 AM	#7
kens Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Golden BC Posts: 123	Try a look at the saga 250 enduro.It can be shipped out of langey BC to you in Alaska easly. I bought my bike from them. http://www.offroadleisureproducts.com/ With the increase in the US dollar nows the time to buy from canada. PM me for more info if you have questions
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10-26-2008, 01:12 AM	#8
Jim Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Abbotsford, BC, Canada Posts: 4,880	But you need to export it out of canada and import it into the usa, that adds a fair bit of paper work I would assume... __________________ "Be excellent to each other" "We are all human. Let's start to prove it!"
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10-26-2008, 06:45 PM	#9
Alaskan-Dad Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Thorne Bay SE Alaska Posts: 131	The more I look at China bikes the more impressed I am, though the fact that so few of the bikes are available in the US angers me! Now this is one sweet ride! New 30hp 250cc Dual Sport Specifications ENGINE Engine: 250cc Liquid cooled Transmission: 5 Speed hand clutch Carburetor: Mikuni Starter: Electric Drive train: Chain Drive Compression Ratio: 12:1 Horse Power: 30hp@ 8200 rpm Gas Tank: Plastic 5 gallons Hi Birds all new 250 Dual Sport Motorcycle This is an all new computer designed and engineered motorcycle. Hi Bird has expanded on the motard dual sport concept of off road bikes being used on road and created a one of a kind riding experience.This motorcycle meets all specifications for highway use and is rugged enough to be used on any trail. With a powerful 250cc motor and matched 5 speed transmission the power train truly delivers. The frame and body are completely new and exclusive allowing Hi Bird to take rider geometry and comfort to the next level. The suspension is designed to give a smooth ride and unmatched control. This 250 motorcycle was made to handle anything from hiway speed to trail. __________________ Three Greys Lifan GY-5's
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10-26-2008, 07:03 PM	#10
Jim Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Abbotsford, BC, Canada Posts: 4,880	Give it time... __________________ "Be excellent to each other" "We are all human. Let's start to prove it!"
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10-27-2008, 11:57 PM	#11
kens Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Golden BC Posts: 123	Importing can't be that hard.We do it with cars and trucks all the time in Canada with cars from the USA. If it is compliant with CDN MVA DOT it will be ok for USA import. All depends on the price and if it's what you want...LOL
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10-27-2008, 11:58 PM	#12
kens Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Golden BC Posts: 123	The HB is a sweet looking machine
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10-28-2008, 10:21 AM	#13
elroyjetsn Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 629	Kinda looks like a Ducati influenced motard. Very unique. __________________ Wayne Wildfire WF300-SP
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10-28-2008, 02:02 PM	#14
elroyjetsn Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 629	Xispa Trials Bikes A spanish? scooter company is contracting a chinese company to make parts for their new line of trials bikes. Xispa has at least one popular trials bike company in a tizy. Mainly due to the $10,000 plus pricetag that Xispa is about to seriously undercut for their 250cc models. http://www.phototrial.it/2008/david.html __________________ Wayne Wildfire WF300-SP
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10-30-2008, 12:38 AM	#15
Alaskan-Dad Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Thorne Bay SE Alaska Posts: 131	Wayne, Thats one mean machine, makes me wish I was 25 yrs younger it would be fun to ride it to its limits ......... I emailed Hi-bird about where to buy one of those 250 enduro: I really like the Hi-Bird Enduro and would like to find a US dealer that drop ships, any help would be appreciated. I really want the 30hp 250cc Enduro! Re: Dealers Inbox Add star reuben @ hbmoto <reuben@hbmoto> Tue, Oct 28, 2008 at 8:17 PM To: Alaskan-Dad Reply \| Reply to all \| Forward \| Print \| Delete \| Show original Hello Steve, This bike is not in your market yet. The only HBMoto bike in your market is our chopper. The enduro should be for sale in the US market in January . Please check back with us then. Reuben L Sales Manager So save your money if you want one Note: email addresses altered to thwart spambots __________________ Three Greys Lifan GY-5's
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