tank khaos 250 vs. Lifan 200GS

[bonedog74]

Does anyone have an opinion on these bikes? The khaos has a bigger/faster engine and is $125 more than the Lifan, but is it a better bike?

[Oengus]

The Khaos is a 249cc twin the Lifan is a 200cc single. I think I would rather have the Khaos…if you’re a good mechanic and good at troubleshooting the I would consider that the Khaos basically has the same 249cc twin used on a lot of other bikes. The Lifan would be easier to find parts for I would say.

I see the Khaos being advertised with a 3yr warranty and I would be real suspicious of that claim and who is backing that, since Tank filed bankruptcy?

You might want to consider the Zongshen GS250 which I believe is a 234cc single, but probably the best of the three.

[bonedog74]

Thanks for the info. I looked up the Zongshen. Nice bike, but I am looking for something under $2,000. I really wanted one of the 3/4 size 200cc Lifan Dragon choppers. I actually rode one, and almost bought it. But I am military, and because of the ride height of only 19", the military considers it a mini chopper and won't allow it on base. Bummer. I didn't know that Tank filed bankruptcy. That will way heavily on my decision. I think if I wanted to tweak an engine to get more power and speed, I would want a a 249cc since it is more common than a 200cc. Which means there should be more aftermarket performance parts that would work on the Tank 249cc. But if the Lifan is more reliable, it might be the safer buy. I just need a bike that at least does 80+ mph and is for the most part reliable. I only weigh 160 lbs, and have a 250cc scooter that I have done 85 mph on it, but it breaks down all the time. I want a motorcycle.

[Oengus]

try the craigslist for Miami you could find a GS250 for under $2k

[bonedog74]

I checked craigslist. Found a new Zongshen for $1999 +tax. Doesn't exactly put the entire price under $2000. It said it only did 75 mph. I also found a few used '06 and '07 Ninja 250s for under $2000. I would prefer a new bike, but a slightly used Ninja 250 in good shape would probably more dependable (not to mention faster). I have a lot to consider. I don't want to buy something that constantly breaks down like my scooter (2006 Bandit 250z) does. I also don't want to ride on the highway at 70 mph and be maxed out. Whatever I get has to go 80+ mph and be dependable to ride atleast 10 miles each way as a daily ride to work. I know there is a few choices of chinese bikes that fall into this category, but chosing the right one is the trick.

[Oengus]

You know what else if you buy a new Chinese bike you have a wearing in period of 1000km, which mean you will not be able to take it on the highway or shouldn’t for the first 600 miles. For that first 1000km your not going to be riding over 50mph if that.

I would go ride a ninja 250 see if you like them, then maybe a 500 and even a 750 there’s a lot of bikes in Florida.

The best thing about shopping is that you can test ride bikes! LOL schedule test rides on some of the bikes.

[SpudRider]

If I were you, I would seriously check out the used Ninja motorcycles. The Ninja will be reliable, and you can get parts for it. Also, I think the Ninja is one of the few 250cc motorcycles that will meet your speed requirements. I don't think any Chinese, 250cc motorcycle will go as fast as your require.

Spud

[Oengus]

Are you stuck on street racers?

http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/mcy/1761657702.html

I would say if you are only 160lbs then you should be ok on Rebel it should top out around 75-80 and that ones in your price range and with low miles....

[Oengus]

here is a Night Hawk also with low miles and a good price.

http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/mcy/1747318182.html

not sure if I like the wind screen but it would help on the highway.

[Oengus]

here is a 400 honda clasic bike low miles

http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/mcy/1733146039.html

[Oengus]

another Nighthawk

http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/mcy/1713826622.html

that one is only asking $850.00

[Oengus]

GZ 250

http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/mcy/1704486971.html

offer them $1800?

then a Virgo 250...which is a real nice bike

http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/mcy/1701218319.html

[bonedog74]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

If I were you, I would seriously check out the used Ninja motorcycles. The Ninja will be reliable, and you can get parts for it. Also, I think the Ninja is one of the few 250cc motorcycles that will meet your speed requirements. I don't think any Chinese, 250cc motorcycle will go as fast as your require.

Spud

I get what you're saying. But consider this...You can find a blue book value for a Ninja 250. You can't for a china bike. The general public doesn't know much about china bikes. So, if I bought a china bike, and decided to sell it, I could probably sell it for what I paid for it new, even after a year. Besides, if I had a Ninja, I wouldn't have a reason to be on this awesome forum.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by bonedog74

I get what you're saying. But consider this...You can find a blue book value for a Ninja 250. You can't for a china bike. The general public doesn't know much about china bikes. So, if I bought a china bike, and decided to sell it, I could probably sell it for what I paid for it new, even after a year. Besides, if I had a Ninja, I wouldn't have a reason to be on this awesome forum.

We are glad you joined us; you sound like a true China Rider! I don't want you to leave; however, you can probably ride the Nina 250 for a year, and also sell it for the same amount you paid for it.

Spud

[katoranger]

I would get the ninja too. It will be reliable, easy to get parts, and hold its value. China bike? You never really know.

Also you don't have to leave. We have a place for other bikes.

Allen