JerryHawk250's Lifan KPX250 - Page 10

TominMO · 07-08-2022, 10:58 PM

Nice video and work Jerry. Have you heard of these things called "tripods"? Being a one-armed mechanic is tough.

letsride · 07-09-2022, 11:13 AM

Jerry,
Did you post the links to that cooler and lines already? If so what post # was it?

**JerryHawk250** · 07-09-2022, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by letsride

Jerry,
Did you post the links to that cooler and lines already? If so what post # was it?

Here's the oil cooler. The lines I had already. Update: The banjo connector on the engine is 10mm. The oil cooler takes a 12 mm. Motorcycle Oil... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JPH4R1X...p_mob_ap_share

**JerryHawk250** · 07-11-2022, 10:05 AM

For those who just happen to pick up the KPX 250, I entered the bike information on gear commander just in case you decide to swap sprockets. https://www.gearingcommander.com/
The specs state max hp @ 7500 rpm's which I think is low because the bike pulls hard to up around 8500-9000 rpms which was evident as my top speed run so far was 76 mph was at around the 8500 rpm mark.

TominMO · 07-12-2022, 07:35 PM

Still no KPX vids on YT besides Jerry's. Surprised, since at least 85 are out there in the wild.

Boatguy · 07-12-2022, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TominMO

Still no KPX vids on YT besides Jerry's. Surprised, since at least 85 are out there in the wild.

They probably all broke down.

Nah…. They are Lifans! I’m joking. Lol

Megadan · 07-12-2022, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

For those who just happen to pick up the KPX 250, I entered the bike information on gear commander just in case you decide to swap sprockets. https://www.gearingcommander.com/
The specs state max hp @ 7500 rpm's which I think is low because the bike pulls hard to up around 8500-9000 rpms which was evident as my top speed run so far was 76 mph was at around the 8500 rpm mark.

The power might peak at 7500, but it also might carry near peak well past that point too. Example would be like 95% of peak still at 8500 and them it starts to fall off.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-13-2022, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Megadan

The power might peak at 7500, but it also might carry near peak well past that point too. Example would be like 95% of peak still at 8500 and them it starts to fall off.

This engine performs very similar to my X22R engine. That engine pulled hard past 9000 rpm's. Now if only the rain would stop I could finish breaking in the engine. We have a low pressure system that has been hanging off the coast for days and doesn't look like it's going anywhere soon.

TominMO · 07-13-2022, 12:32 PM

Just talked to the sales guy at Venom. KPXs are down to an inventory of 2 or 3! But more are coming in pretty soon, in the next week or two. No idea how many, he said.

My local little dealership got in 10 of them! All three colors: 4 blue, 3 red, 3 green. The extra blue one was because someone had pre-ordered one in blue. $3400.

KrYo · 07-16-2022, 09:16 PM

Hiya! So I purchased the bike about a week ago and ordered the full assembly.

They confirmed my purchase & took my money.. However today I'm about 3700+ In my bank now with no history that I even bought the bike @_@ Is this normal?

letsride · 07-16-2022, 09:32 PM

Yes, that seems to be totally normal. The payment will take a while to clear your bank. Venom shipped my bike and sent me a tracking number before the payment ever showed cleared on my bank account. You're fine. Venom will make good on your purchase. I too was anxious when I saw that my payment hadn't cleared yet. But all is well. To ease your mind email or call them, they will respond in short order. Congrats on your new bike.

lprewitt · 07-17-2022, 06:58 PM

Does anyone have the actual weight of the KPX250? The online specs say 330 lbs but several of the Lifan bikes seem to have that same weight listed online. I will be hauling this on a carrier on the back of an RV. So, actual weight is a big deal. Thanks ahead of time.

TominMO · 07-17-2022, 07:20 PM

I'm seeing 333 on Lifan's website for net weight, which is probably right. The X-pect lists at 286 lbs net, and the KPX is certainly a bit heavier.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-17-2022, 07:30 PM

The 330 is pretty close.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-18-2022, 11:10 AM

I was able to get some ride time in on Saturday morning before the rains started again on the KPX and my Vulcan S. I was going to take the Hawk out but it started clouding up quick. The KPX still impresses me how well it runs and drives. I only have a little over 110 miles on it so far. I hoping by tomorrow the rains will stop and i can star taking it to work. I'll probably alternate between the KPX and KVS. I got to spread the love. lol The Hawk must feel like the poor redhead step child about right now.

07-08-2022, 10:58 PM	#136
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,876	Nice video and work Jerry. Have you heard of these things called "tripods"? Being a one-armed mechanic is tough. __________________ 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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07-09-2022, 11:13 AM	#137
letsride Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leesville SC Posts: 835	Jerry, Did you post the links to that cooler and lines already? If so what post # was it? __________________ My Stable- 2022 Lifan KPX250 , 2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan, 1992 Honda GL1500 Goldwing, SSR 70 Auto, Kymco Mongoose 90, Honda Four Trax 300
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07-11-2022, 10:05 AM	#139
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,574	For those who just happen to pick up the KPX 250, I entered the bike information on gear commander just in case you decide to swap sprockets. https://www.gearingcommander.com/ The specs state max hp @ 7500 rpm's which I think is low because the bike pulls hard to up around 8500-9000 rpms which was evident as my top speed run so far was 76 mph was at around the 8500 rpm mark. __________________ 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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07-12-2022, 07:35 PM	#140
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,876	Still no KPX vids on YT besides Jerry's. Surprised, since at least 85 are out there in the wild. __________________ 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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07-13-2022, 12:32 PM	#144
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,876	Just talked to the sales guy at Venom. KPXs are down to an inventory of 2 or 3! But more are coming in pretty soon, in the next week or two. No idea how many, he said. My local little dealership got in 10 of them! All three colors: 4 blue, 3 red, 3 green. The extra blue one was because someone had pre-ordered one in blue. $3400. __________________ 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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07-16-2022, 09:16 PM	#145
KrYo Join Date: Jul 2022 Posts: 1	Hiya! So I purchased the bike about a week ago and ordered the full assembly. They confirmed my purchase & took my money.. However today I'm about 3700+ In my bank now with no history that I even bought the bike @_@ Is this normal?
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07-16-2022, 09:32 PM	#146
letsride Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leesville SC Posts: 835	Yes, that seems to be totally normal. The payment will take a while to clear your bank. Venom shipped my bike and sent me a tracking number before the payment ever showed cleared on my bank account. You're fine. Venom will make good on your purchase. I too was anxious when I saw that my payment hadn't cleared yet. But all is well. To ease your mind email or call them, they will respond in short order. Congrats on your new bike. __________________ My Stable- 2022 Lifan KPX250 , 2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan, 1992 Honda GL1500 Goldwing, SSR 70 Auto, Kymco Mongoose 90, Honda Four Trax 300
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07-17-2022, 06:58 PM	#147
lprewitt Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 56	Lifan KPX250 Dry Weight? Does anyone have the actual weight of the KPX250? The online specs say 330 lbs but several of the Lifan bikes seem to have that same weight listed online. I will be hauling this on a carrier on the back of an RV. So, actual weight is a big deal. Thanks ahead of time.
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07-17-2022, 07:20 PM	#148
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,876	I'm seeing 333 on Lifan's website for net weight, which is probably right. The X-pect lists at 286 lbs net, and the KPX is certainly a bit heavier. __________________ 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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07-17-2022, 07:30 PM	#149
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,574	The 330 is pretty close. __________________ 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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07-18-2022, 11:10 AM	#150
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,574	I was able to get some ride time in on Saturday morning before the rains started again on the KPX and my Vulcan S. I was going to take the Hawk out but it started clouding up quick. The KPX still impresses me how well it runs and drives. I only have a little over 110 miles on it so far. I hoping by tomorrow the rains will stop and i can star taking it to work. I'll probably alternate between the KPX and KVS. I got to spread the love. lol The Hawk must feel like the poor redhead step child about right now. __________________ 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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