Hi, new China bike rider here
 

Got my new Bashan BSR 250 registered yesterday. You would know the weather would immediately turned off bad. Rain should stop and warm a little by the week end. I'm trying to break her in slowly. So far only two short runs. I'm 65 and retired. I learned to ride dirt bikes in my 20's while stationed overseas in the desert. I had a Suzuki 250cc two stroke. A crazy guy from Texas took me under his wing and taught me most everything about riding in sand. It was pure joy. I rode everyday. Since then I have owned several motorcycles. Some were just transportation, and some I really liked. Sold my last motorcycle 5 or 6 years ago. Decided I wanted to start riding again and was looking at used Japanese ones on Craigs List. Wow, the prices were way out of my range. Then I learned about the Chinese imports and was convinced I should get one. This is the first new motorcycle I have ever owned. Their simplicity is a thing of beauty. I must say this bike is really bringing back the joy. Can't wait to go exploring. I would also like to add, I really enjoy this forum. I found lots of info that helped me make my decision.

Congrats on the new bike. :tup: Beware! these little bikes are addictive. Before you know it you will own two or three. :hehe:

Excellent - You will have fun! You will have "not fun" too but it will probably be minor aggravations.

I hope to only have two, the Magician will be set up for shorter riders. I have friends that love taking my TBR7 for a spin once in a while, but the groans and complaints of mounting/dismounting is common. Especially when the back tray has a bag on it.

And then the street bikes. It's called collecting not hoarding right...

Thank you for the comments. I was surprised it turn out to be 60 deg and sunny today. Got to make a 16 miles trip on the bike. It was all dirt roads except about 3 miles. Really took it easy and varied my rpms while I'm breaking her in. Tried to keep my speed under 45. It was really nice.