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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro Today, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By Mikd
I'm thinking about picking up the DLX150 he has...

I'm thinking about picking up the DLX150 he has videos on to keep here as a loaner bike for my friends. Seems a good way to suck them into the hobby haha.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro Today, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By Mikd
I very much enjoy Mikes videos. Just a guess but...

I very much enjoy Mikes videos. Just a guess but it would seem he may be driving sales numbers up significantly for XPro. His realistic take on these bikes is refreshing, not just click bait with how...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-23-2024, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 325
Posted By Mikd
I use a Templar X for the same situation and it...

I use a Templar X for the same situation and it has the same motor. It takes my wife and I from the campground to the grocery store or sightseeing without any issue. It is not powerful, it is not...
Forum: Other Brands 04-23-2024, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 120
Posted By Mikd
I have found that suspension upgrades are...

I have found that suspension upgrades are typically the best money spent on bike mods, really anything offroad oriented for that matter.
Forum: Pit/Pocket Bikes & Scooters 04-21-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 43,330
Posted By Mikd
Installed some LED's inside of the red reflector...

Installed some LED's inside of the red reflector on the rear top case and wired them into the power for the brake light. Seems to work well.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-21-2024, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
I replaced the stock skid after a rather harsh...

I replaced the stock skid after a rather harsh impact with a rock bent it up into the motor. The stock skid is better than nothing but for 37 dollars this was a real upgrade.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-13-2024, 11:47 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
For those wanting to upgrade the skidplate this...

For those wanting to upgrade the skidplate this wasn't too bad, drilled two small holes for mounting screws and used a floor jack to hold it tight to frame rails while screwing it down. Decent fit...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 04-12-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 463
Posted By Mikd
I believe the CFMOTO is about 6500, good price if...

I believe the CFMOTO is about 6500, good price if there isn't any dealer nonsense.
Forum: Adventure Bikes 04-11-2024, 05:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 463
Posted By Mikd
That bike has struck a nerve! So many are starved...

That bike has struck a nerve! So many are starved for a small adventure bike that isn't absurdly priced, I really hope this bike turns out well.
Forum: Dealer & Distributor Discussion 04-04-2024, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,004
Posted By Mikd
The stock issue regarding the various zuumav...

The stock issue regarding the various zuumav "Templars" seems to bounce back and forth every 3 to 4 weeks. It seems they receive a container shipment, they sell out in about 24hrs and the process...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-24-2024, 12:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 349
Posted By Mikd
I am a Honda guy, have been since the 70's and...

I am a Honda guy, have been since the 70's and even I would (and did) pick a new China bike over the new Honda made in China. The KPX or Templar X are so much more bike than the XR150 and at this...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-24-2024, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
That's exactly what mine says on flat ground,...

That's exactly what mine says on flat ground, 73mph. Guessing maybe 3mph optimistic from reading others posts. Certainly good enough for my requirements.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-21-2024, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
So the stock skidplate while thin probably saved...

So the stock skidplate while thin probably saved me today. Large flat rock tilted up lifted the bike a bit while traveling slowly in 2nd gear. Skid is thrashed and did contact the case boss for the...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-18-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 153
Posted By Mikd
Buddy just did it last week but had to go through...

Buddy just did it last week but had to go through Montana. NJ dmv claimed the manufacturer isn't in their database so they refused.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-17-2024, 11:55 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
For the handlebar mounted choke lever I added two...

For the handlebar mounted choke lever I added two orings on top the plastic spacer on the bolt that it pivots on. This provided a bit of drag that allows the choke to stay where you put while the...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-16-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 824
Posted By Mikd
Buddy came by today with a brand new templar 250...

Buddy came by today with a brand new templar 250 so I took a few pics of the base model and the X side by side. Rode them back to back throughout the day. The X model is noticeably more refined with...
Forum: Registration Issues 03-13-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 102,095
Posted By Mikd
Looks like NJ is a no go for registering a...

Looks like NJ is a no go for registering a Templar, the manufacturer isn't listed in thier database and powersportsmax isn't interested in contacting them to have the name added. My buddy is going...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-12-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 578
Posted By Mikd
Your close by, I'm in Campbell Hall. Hoping to do...

Your close by, I'm in Campbell Hall. Hoping to do some mild dualsport and BDR routes this year. Which model xpro did you pickup?
Forum: Ride Reports 03-11-2024, 10:55 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 22,397
Posted By Mikd
Just started watching your series, excellent work!

Just started watching your series, excellent work!
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-11-2024, 08:41 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
Good to hear it tames the sound a bit.

Good to hear it tames the sound a bit.
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-11-2024, 08:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 578
Posted By Mikd
Welcome! Whereabouts in NY are you? I'm in Orange...

Welcome! Whereabouts in NY are you? I'm in Orange county.
Forum: Everything Else 03-08-2024, 06:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 991
Posted By Mikd
I remember being in high school in 1986 and a...

I remember being in high school in 1986 and a buddy and I got caught in a blizzard in the Catskills in an old Suburau Brat. The car was amazing and clawed its way through fresh snow deep enough that...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-07-2024, 07:56 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 305,360
Posted By Mikd
Please report back after installation. I am...

Please report back after installation. I am curious if it makes the bike any quieter.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-07-2024, 07:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 408
Posted By Mikd
I used powersportsmax last year with good...

I used powersportsmax last year with good results. A riding buddy just did the same 2 weeks ago and had the same results. The only caveat I would add is to make sure you can register the bike in your...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-06-2024, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 408
Posted By Mikd
I've actually watched both of those vids already!...

I've actually watched both of those vids already! Looks like your enjoying the Templar, their price/performance ratio is pretty good. These bike feel like the old Honda XR'S.
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