05-04-2019, 02:36 AM | #136 |
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So what is the top speed exactly of DF250RTG? Some websites clain 60 mph, some 70 mph. I recall someone in this forum saying 80 mph. Which one is? DF250RTG is 100 lbs lighter then the DF250RTC. This has to be the reason why DF250RTC top speed is 5 mph slower than DF250RTG, according to ww.df-motor.com.
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05-04-2019, 09:58 AM | #137 | |
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A new engine cover would be required plus the muffler would probably need to be modified and internal parts added. I have had many bikes with kickstarters and never used them so I don't think it is necessary. If you insist on getting a bike with a kickstarter you should look at a different bike. Batteries today are very good and if one failed on the DF it would be easy to push start. Don't know what the top speed is of the DF250RTG as I have had mine only up to 65 or so MPH indicated. You want a high speed bike you should look at a larger displacement one. The engine is a 223 cc 165FMM engine. I think this a very good bike for the $1800 delivered. https://www.belmontebikes.com/collec...13650188468290 |
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05-04-2019, 10:09 AM | #138 | |
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05-04-2019, 10:24 AM | #139 |
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Their dual-sport photos show one, but then again, does anyone actually sell their dual-sport? No one here seems to report owning anything other than their street bikes (including you). And as you pointed out, it seems more of a hassle to retroactively fit one if one were to be found, other than finding a DF dual-sport being parted out on Ebay.
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I don't think the 167FMM engine is EPA compliant in the USA anymore? The DF250RTE is available at the same place where I bought my DF250RTG https://www.belmontebikes.com/produc...-bike-df250rte Last edited by Barnone; 06-10-2023 at 05:53 PM. |
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05-04-2019, 01:27 PM | #143 | |
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Don't know what sketchy means. I don't do power wheelies. Does not have a problem keeping up in traffic. It has a decent sound but not too loud. It is a 223cc OHC engine Manufacturer specs take with a grain of salt! Max.Power(kw/r/min) 12/7000=16 HP Max.Torque(N.m/r/min) 17.5/5500=12.9 lbf.ft The Kymco Spade is a monkey bike. I have had several of those types of bikes. Great fun bikes. 150cc https://jalopnik.com/the-2018-kymco-...cle-1797922486 "The bike’s utility is limited by its speed—or lack thereof. At full bore on a flat road, I managed to eke about 60 mph out the bike " The Spade’s claimed hp is 12.5 horsepower at 7,000 RPM and again taken with a grain of salt. Spade 150 $3,199 MSRP* * Plus Set-Up and Destination Charges |
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05-04-2019, 04:02 PM | #145 |
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Never have red lined the DF250RTG.
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05-04-2019, 04:08 PM | #146 |
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Yes because these are chinese motorcycle not japanese motorcycle.
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05-04-2019, 04:37 PM | #149 |
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I just looked at the EPA/DOT list and the 165FMM engine is the one certified across their lineup for 2019. So, the kickstarter might be a no go for newest the dual-sport, if we even get any of the new ones.
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