Best Grom Clone

Pudge54 · 01-30-2022, 08:42 AM

Hi there.

I have looked high and low on the Internet for a Grom Clone comparison to figure out the best model to buy.

As a 14 year old I saved up to buy a Yamaha AS2 125 $500+ when I was 14 hustling cold drinks in the Cotton Bowl when the Cowboys and SMU played football there.

I went through a dirt bike stage in my 20’s. I have owned several name brand road bikes totaling out to 8 motorcycles in my life. It is unbelievable how much name brand motorcycles cost now.

At 67 I want a Grom, but don’t want to part with that much coin.

TominMO · 01-30-2022, 10:07 AM

Here's one writeup on Grom clones: https://www.simplymotorcycle.com/honda-grom-clone/

Also consider the Lifan, with 150cc: https://www.americanlifan.com/191.html
Lifan is a well-respected brand in the Chinabike world.

Do a Youtube search on "honda grom clone 125cc" and you will find a lot. Here's a good one:

culcune · 01-30-2022, 10:31 AM

The Vader lineup (there are a few models) are popular bikes here on Chinariders, and have proven to be relatively reliable clones. Contact Pete at Kronik Racing. He has a brick and mortar store in the Los Angeles area (the Vaders are California street legal--not a lot of Chinese bikes are legal there) and mail-orders the bikes nationwide. He generally has the lowest prices on them, and is very mechanically knowledgeable. He also sells the Lifan KP Mini (as was suggested as well--great bike for the money, but a lot more $. Worth it if you have the extra cash--probably more worth it than the Grom, itself) Call him up. https://www.kronikracing.com/scooters.html

acur · 08-05-2023, 07:46 AM

Given your experience and budget, I'd suggest looking into Grom clones like the SSR Razkull 125 or the TaoTao Hellcat 125. They offer similar experiences at a lower cost. Always remember to check reviews and ensure the bike fits your needs before purchasing.

Barnone · 08-06-2023, 08:08 PM

Long thread here
https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/i...clone.1043945/

r25558 · 08-14-2023, 04:10 PM

I can't share too much yet, but we are launching a Grom competitor in Q4......

It is decked out with features.....and will be MUCH faster out the box...

It's not a clone, simply another option, but one we hope the USA market will enjoy

TominMO · 08-14-2023, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by r25558

I can't share too much yet, but we are launching a Grom competitor in Q4......

It is decked out with features.....and will be MUCH faster out the box...

It's not a clone, simply another option, but one we hope the USA market will enjoy

And who are you? What company do you work for?

r25558 · 08-14-2023, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by TominMO

And who are you? What company do you work for?

Freedom is the brand.....we're out of Oklahoma...

https://freedomscoots.com/about-us/

TominMO · 08-14-2023, 09:32 PM

IMO this is your competition. $2300 at Venom delivered. Curious to see what you come up with.

https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...e-street-legal

r25558 · 08-14-2023, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TominMO

IMO this is your competition. $2300 at Venom delivered. Curious to see what you come up with.

https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...e-street-legal

Carbureted?

McQueen216 · 08-14-2023, 10:16 PM

Missing in this conversation is the RPS Condor. Probably the benchmark to aim for today.

TominMO · 08-15-2023, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by McQueen216

Missing in this conversation is the RPS Condor. Probably the benchmark to aim for today.

Very similar specs to the Lifan SS3, but a bit cheaper. How is the quality compared to Lifan?

https://www.orionpowersports.com/rps...embled-tested/

r25558 · 08-15-2023, 09:56 AM

I got a PM asking me not post about the bike, as I'm not a paying vendor, which I'll respect @JerryHawk250....

Mudflap · 08-15-2023, 10:39 AM

Appears to be a CG engine so I like that.

ughye · 09-26-2023, 03:40 AM

It's impressive to see your passion for motorcycles! Given your experience, a Grom clone might indeed be a good fit for you, especially considering the cost of name brand bikes nowadays. Have you considered looking into brands like TaoTao or Boom? They offer some reliable models at a fraction of the cost of a Honda Grom. Best of luck finding the perfect ride!

01-30-2022, 08:42 AM	#1
Pudge54 Join Date: Jan 2022 Posts: 1	Best Grom Clone Hi there. I have looked high and low on the Internet for a Grom Clone comparison to figure out the best model to buy. As a 14 year old I saved up to buy a Yamaha AS2 125 $500+ when I was 14 hustling cold drinks in the Cotton Bowl when the Cowboys and SMU played football there. I went through a dirt bike stage in my 20’s. I have owned several name brand road bikes totaling out to 8 motorcycles in my life. It is unbelievable how much name brand motorcycles cost now. At 67 I want a Grom, but don’t want to part with that much coin.
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01-30-2022, 10:07 AM	#2
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,868	Here's one writeup on Grom clones: https://www.simplymotorcycle.com/honda-grom-clone/ Also consider the Lifan, with 150cc: https://www.americanlifan.com/191.html Lifan is a well-respected brand in the Chinabike world. Do a Youtube search on "honda grom clone 125cc" and you will find a lot. Here's a good one: __________________ 2021 Lifan Xpect--sold 2022 Lifan KPX 1972 Honda CT90--The Carrot 1969 Honda CT90--The Tomahto Cheesy is the WDK (workplace drama king). Now retired. Nope, back in the saddle. Climate: The Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A24fWmNA6lM How our government really works https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjadCd0VRBw Question all authority.....think for yourself
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01-30-2022, 10:31 AM	#3
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	The Vader lineup (there are a few models) are popular bikes here on Chinariders, and have proven to be relatively reliable clones. Contact Pete at Kronik Racing. He has a brick and mortar store in the Los Angeles area (the Vaders are California street legal--not a lot of Chinese bikes are legal there) and mail-orders the bikes nationwide. He generally has the lowest prices on them, and is very mechanically knowledgeable. He also sells the Lifan KP Mini (as was suggested as well--great bike for the money, but a lot more $. Worth it if you have the extra cash--probably more worth it than the Grom, itself) Call him up. https://www.kronikracing.com/scooters.html __________________ "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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08-05-2023, 07:46 AM	#4
acur Join Date: Aug 2023 Posts: 1	Given your experience and budget, I'd suggest looking into Grom clones like the SSR Razkull 125 or the TaoTao Hellcat 125. They offer similar experiences at a lower cost. Always remember to check reviews and ensure the bike fits your needs before purchasing. __________________ hello guys!
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08-14-2023, 09:32 PM	#9
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,868	IMO this is your competition. $2300 at Venom delivered. Curious to see what you come up with. https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...e-street-legal __________________ 2021 Lifan Xpect--sold 2022 Lifan KPX 1972 Honda CT90--The Carrot 1969 Honda CT90--The Tomahto Cheesy is the WDK (workplace drama king). Now retired. Nope, back in the saddle. Climate: The Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A24fWmNA6lM How our government really works https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjadCd0VRBw Question all authority.....think for yourself
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08-06-2023, 08:08 PM	#5
Barnone Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,348	Long thread here https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/i...clone.1043945/
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08-14-2023, 04:10 PM	#6
r25558 Join Date: Oct 2020 Posts: 11	I can't share too much yet, but we are launching a Grom competitor in Q4...... It is decked out with features.....and will be MUCH faster out the box... It's not a clone, simply another option, but one we hope the USA market will enjoy
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08-14-2023, 10:16 PM	#11
McQueen216 Join Date: Aug 2022 Posts: 216	Missing in this conversation is the RPS Condor. Probably the benchmark to aim for today. __________________ SYM Wolf Classic 150 - SOLD Triumph T100 SE RE Scram411 Honda CB350 Honda CL450 Tyrion the Pit Bike
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08-15-2023, 09:56 AM	#13
r25558 Join Date: Oct 2020 Posts: 11	I got a PM asking me not post about the bike, as I'm not a paying vendor, which I'll respect @JerryHawk250....
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08-15-2023, 10:39 AM	#14
Mudflap Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 1,870	Appears to be a CG engine so I like that.
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09-26-2023, 03:40 AM	#15
ughye Join Date: Sep 2023 Posts: 1	It's impressive to see your passion for motorcycles! Given your experience, a Grom clone might indeed be a good fit for you, especially considering the cost of name brand bikes nowadays. Have you considered looking into brands like TaoTao or Boom? They offer some reliable models at a fraction of the cost of a Honda Grom. Best of luck finding the perfect ride!
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