Top 10 Cheapest Street-Legal Motorcycles Of 2014

SpudRider · 04-15-2014, 11:28 PM

Many Chinese motocycles made the list, and the QLink XF/XP 200 was number one!

http://www.motorcycle.com/top10/top-...cles-2014.html

Weldangrind · 04-15-2014, 11:55 PM

I like that Symwolf Classic.

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 12:04 AM

I also like the Sym Wolf Classic.

The Wolf Classic has an MSRP of $2,999, which includes a 24-month warranty.

culcune · 04-16-2014, 01:13 AM

The Wolf's 150 puts out a claimed 15 hp, too.

I wonder what the definition of 'street legal' is? If they included all bikes that are EPA/DOT certified, then the newly released Bashan GY200-18 and the TMEC Enduro 200 should be on the list. I know that the quality is not quite up to par on these two bikes as compared to, say the Qlink, but they are lower cost.

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 01:32 AM

Here's the official video for the Sym Wolf Classic, which is distributed by Alliance Powersports.

Here's a link to the bike's web page at the Alliance Powersports website.

http://www.alliancepowersports.com/models/wolf.html

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 01:45 AM

Here are a few video reviews of the Sym Wolf Classic.

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 01:52 AM

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SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 01:53 AM

Be prepared to purchase some new turn signals.

However, I love the instrumentation, muffler, and center stand.

Here's a link to the Wolf Classic Forum at Symforum.com.

http://symforum.com/index.php?board=14.0

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 01:54 AM

Here's a review of the Sym Wolf Classic posted at Motorcyclistonline.com.

http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/fe...0/viewall.html

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 02:35 AM

Here's a new, Sym Wolf Classic selling for $2,499 in Ozark, Missouri.

Ozark is approximately 60 miles from the home of forum member Killerbracing, and is also near the home of Katoranger.

http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...Wolf-110588233

Weldangrind · 04-16-2014, 10:22 AM

I'd quickly have a bigger motor in there.

SpudRider · 04-16-2014, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Weldangrind

I'd quickly have a bigger motor in there.

I'm curious; what motor would you employ? Also, what Chinese engines would bolt directly to the frame, without modifications required?

Weldangrind · 04-16-2014, 10:46 AM

I'd have to measure it to be sure, but being a Honda-style stressed member, I'm betting that just about any Honda (or clone) vertical single would bolt in. I'd have a 223 (or larger) pushrod CG clone in it.

04-15-2014, 11:28 PM	#1
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Top 10 Cheapest Street-Legal Motorcycles Of 2014 Many Chinese motocycles made the list, and the QLink XF/XP 200 was number one! http://www.motorcycle.com/top10/top-...cles-2014.html __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894 Last edited by SpudRider; 04-16-2014 at 11:48 AM.
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Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I like that Symwolf Classic. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I also like the Sym Wolf Classic. The Wolf Classic has an MSRP of $2,999, which includes a 24-month warranty. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894 Last edited by SpudRider; 04-16-2014 at 02:03 AM.
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culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	The Wolf's 150 puts out a claimed 15 hp, too. I wonder what the definition of 'street legal' is? If they included all bikes that are EPA/DOT certified, then the newly released Bashan GY200-18 and the TMEC Enduro 200 should be on the list. I know that the quality is not quite up to par on these two bikes as compared to, say the Qlink, but they are lower cost. __________________ "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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04-16-2014, 01:32 AM	#5
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here's the official video for the Sym Wolf Classic, which is distributed by Alliance Powersports. Here's a link to the bike's web page at the Alliance Powersports website. http://www.alliancepowersports.com/models/wolf.html __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894 Last edited by SpudRider; 04-16-2014 at 02:03 AM.
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04-16-2014, 01:45 AM	#6
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here are a few video reviews of the Sym Wolf Classic. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-16-2014, 01:52 AM	#7
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	__________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-16-2014, 01:53 AM	#10
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Be prepared to purchase some new turn signals. However, I love the instrumentation, muffler, and center stand. Here's a link to the Wolf Classic Forum at Symforum.com. http://symforum.com/index.php?board=14.0 __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-16-2014, 01:54 AM	#11
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here's a review of the Sym Wolf Classic posted at Motorcyclistonline.com. http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/fe...0/viewall.html __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-16-2014, 02:35 AM	#12
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here's a new, Sym Wolf Classic selling for $2,499 in Ozark, Missouri. Ozark is approximately 60 miles from the home of forum member Killerbracing, and is also near the home of Katoranger. http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...Wolf-110588233 __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-16-2014, 10:22 AM	#13
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I'd quickly have a bigger motor in there. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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04-16-2014, 10:46 AM	#15
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I'd have to measure it to be sure, but being a Honda-style stressed member, I'm betting that just about any Honda (or clone) vertical single would bolt in. I'd have a 223 (or larger) pushrod CG clone in it. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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