Best of 125-150cc pit bikes

skatskride · 02-05-2024, 01:21 PM

1st time poster. I'll be here more when I get the bike

Looking to get a lightweight (<200lbs) big wheel (17/14 or 19/16) in 125-150cc for trail and casual pit bike track use. Any preferred makes and models?

Option 1: $1100 Xpro Sail 15, 19/16 wheels, 143cc, ~8hp (9.5 max torque, 8.6.1. Max torque is actual 7*6000/5252 57 stroke. Suspension is likely only shock preload adjustment.

Option 2: $1,200 Tao Tao DBx1, 17/14 wheels, 140cc ~6.3HP @ 8000 RPM , 9.6:1 compression, 57 stroke. Suspension is likely only shock preload adjustment and rebound is too fast. Frame looks stronger. Better documentation.

Option 3:..

I'm learning XPro Sail because of the horsepower, price, and wheel size. Suspension is also important, comparisons welcomed!

**JerryHawk250** · 02-05-2024, 01:31 PM

The Venom Thunder is a well built bike. https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...4-speed-manual

**JerryHawk250** · 02-05-2024, 01:34 PM

One of our members Herbie just picked one up.

CoolGuy123 · 03-14-2024, 07:19 AM

Xpro X5 looks great. Just bought it so I will let you know how it is. if you are still looking for a bike.

Dusman · 03-14-2024, 08:52 AM

Wow Jerry, that Venom Thunder 125 looks to be very robustly built! It screams quality per the photos on the Venom website.

Dusman · 03-14-2024, 08:58 AM

Have you checked out the XPro Storm DLX 150? I’m pretty impressed with the initial reviews of this little 180lb dual sport bike:

Thumper · 03-14-2024, 10:20 AM

Nice video.

That Storm 150 DLX is made by Zuma. As usual, surprising quality construction for the price. We buy everything else from China, so it makes sense that automotive stuff is getting much better. It even has two positions for upper shock mount for two seat heights, and check out that solid rear axel slot and adjuster (not the standard lightweight box steel I got on my Bashan Storm). Adjustable levers, bear claw footpegs!

Dusman · 03-14-2024, 10:55 AM

Yes, and other than a few quirks (which are easily fixable), I’m super impressed with what you get for the money. Moreover, this bike could be registered in my state for road use without issue. It would be a great option for a bike that you need that can legally get you to some local trails on the backroads.

tknj99 · 03-14-2024, 06:04 PM

I just placed an order yesterday for the Storm DLX 150 for my teen daughter. I plan to write an in-depth review once it arrives and is settled. I was also pleasantly surprised that its from Zuma, i was super happy with my former Templar X and its quality, so i have faith that it will be the same experience with this one.

Dusman · 03-25-2024, 10:58 AM

Yes, please let us know how the DLX Storm 150 does. I’m very interested in this bike as I need an ultralight dual sport to putt around on on the trials since I have arthritis in my hands.

J4Fun · 03-25-2024, 12:26 PM

Question on the storm DLX 150, why is the kickstand so short? I’m also thinking about ordering one for the grandkids to mess around with when they come to visit. Maybe gramps can make sure it’s running right when there not here…

02-05-2024, 01:21 PM	#1
skatskride Join Date: Feb 2024 Posts: 1	Best of 125-150cc pit bikes 1st time poster. I'll be here more when I get the bike Looking to get a lightweight (<200lbs) big wheel (17/14 or 19/16) in 125-150cc for trail and casual pit bike track use. Any preferred makes and models? Option 1: $1100 Xpro Sail 15, 19/16 wheels, 143cc, ~8hp (9.5 max torque, 8.6.1. Max torque is actual 7*6000/5252 57 stroke. Suspension is likely only shock preload adjustment. Option 2: $1,200 Tao Tao DBx1, 17/14 wheels, 140cc ~6.3HP @ 8000 RPM , 9.6:1 compression, 57 stroke. Suspension is likely only shock preload adjustment and rebound is too fast. Frame looks stronger. Better documentation. Option 3:.. I'm learning XPro Sail because of the horsepower, price, and wheel size. Suspension is also important, comparisons welcomed!
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02-05-2024, 01:31 PM	#2
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,533	The Venom Thunder is a well built bike. https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...4-speed-manual __________________ 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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02-05-2024, 01:34 PM	#3
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,533	One of our members Herbie just picked one up. __________________ 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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03-14-2024, 08:58 AM	#6
Dusman Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: NC Posts: 197	XPro Storm DLX 150 Have you checked out the XPro Storm DLX 150? I’m pretty impressed with the initial reviews of this little 180lb dual sport bike:
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03-14-2024, 10:20 AM	#7
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,193	Nice video. That Storm 150 DLX is made by Zuma. As usual, surprising quality construction for the price. We buy everything else from China, so it makes sense that automotive stuff is getting much better. It even has two positions for upper shock mount for two seat heights, and check out that solid rear axel slot and adjuster (not the standard lightweight box steel I got on my Bashan Storm). Adjustable levers, bear claw footpegs! __________________ -2022 5 speed Templar X Orange, OEM 51T rear sprocket, 14T front sprocket -NOS 2020 KTM 250SX (2-stroke motocross), less than 10 hours on it
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03-14-2024, 07:19 AM	#4
CoolGuy123 Join Date: Jan 2024 Posts: 7	Xpro X5 looks great. Just bought it so I will let you know how it is. if you are still looking for a bike.
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03-14-2024, 08:52 AM	#5
Dusman Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: NC Posts: 197	Wow Jerry, that Venom Thunder 125 looks to be very robustly built! It screams quality per the photos on the Venom website.
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03-14-2024, 10:55 AM	#8
Dusman Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: NC Posts: 197	Yes, and other than a few quirks (which are easily fixable), I’m super impressed with what you get for the money. Moreover, this bike could be registered in my state for road use without issue. It would be a great option for a bike that you need that can legally get you to some local trails on the backroads.
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03-14-2024, 06:04 PM	#9
tknj99 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Central VA Posts: 1,244	I just placed an order yesterday for the Storm DLX 150 for my teen daughter. I plan to write an in-depth review once it arrives and is settled. I was also pleasantly surprised that its from Zuma, i was super happy with my former Templar X and its quality, so i have faith that it will be the same experience with this one. __________________ 2024 Zuma Storm 150 DLX 2019 Beta 430 RRS 2017 Honda Fury Former China Bikes: Tao DBX1, Brozz 250, CSC RX4, Titan DLX, Templar X
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03-25-2024, 10:58 AM	#10
Dusman Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: NC Posts: 197	Yes, please let us know how the DLX Storm 150 does. I’m very interested in this bike as I need an ultralight dual sport to putt around on on the trials since I have arthritis in my hands.
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03-25-2024, 12:26 PM	#11
J4Fun Join Date: May 2021 Posts: 258	Question on the storm DLX 150, why is the kickstand so short? I’m also thinking about ordering one for the grandkids to mess around with when they come to visit. Maybe gramps can make sure it’s running right when there not here…
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