2021 green Lifan X-pect FS - Page 2

TominMO · 07-15-2022, 08:43 AM

Since I'm not getting any nibbles here and the dealer does not want the Xpect as a trade-in, I will probably go CL. But I may also just keep it for now as I save up cash for the KPX, to buy in the fall. Curious to see how I like it with the 15/42 sprockets.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-15-2022, 09:05 AM

Oh noooo..!! CL? Those damn tire kickers will drive you nuts. lol The problem with selling bikes on CL is that most of the people looking for bikes are young kids with no job or money.

tknj99 · 07-15-2022, 09:08 AM

Check out Facebook marketplace as well.. i sold a bike on there and its free. It's the only reason i'd ever use facebook though, but it served its purpose well.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-15-2022, 09:10 AM

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Check out Facebook marketplace as well.. i sold a bike on there and its free. It's the only reason i'd ever use facebook though, but it served its purpose well.

Yes. FB Market place is much better than CL. I'm not even a FB fan but great for buying and selling.

TominMO · 07-15-2022, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Oh noooo..!! CL? Those damn tire kickers will drive you nuts. lol The problem with selling bikes on CL is that most of the people looking for bikes are young kids with no job or money.

Good point, especially at this price point.

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Originally Posted by tknj99

Check out Facebook marketplace as well.. i sold a bike on there and its free. It's the only reason i'd ever use facebook though, but it served its purpose well.

Not on FB, no fan either. Might consider it though, just for this reason.

TominMO · 07-15-2022, 10:26 AM

I want to see how the 15T sprocket works out with the 42. If I decide that is the sweet spot, and gives me enough power to do occasional short hwy travel well enough, I might just keep it.

It's the old high school problem of do you keep dating the nice but unexciting girl you have been friends with for years, or make a play for the hot new blonde who just transferred to your school?

I told you I wasn't mature.....

JFOlivier · 07-15-2022, 11:46 AM

TominMO, I have a 17_43 on mine and although it suits me for riding around my back roads cruising on highways at 60 is also possible. I am 5ft 11" and weigh around 180 and headwinds can be a problem.
John

TominMO · 07-15-2022, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by JFOlivier

TominMO, I have a 17_43 on mine and although it suits me for riding around my back roads cruising on highways at 60 is also possible. I am 5ft 11" and weigh around 180 and headwinds can be a problem.
John

Yeah, headwinds and hills. Getting low helps with the headwinds, not so much with the hills.

herbie · 07-15-2022, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TominMO

Since I'm not getting any nibbles here and the dealer does not want the Xpect as a trade-in, I will probably go CL. But I may also just keep it for now as I save up cash for the KPX, to buy in the fall. Curious to see how I like it with the 15/42 sprockets.

Just my .02 worth Tom, I'm not on Facebook or a fan either. I sold every bike I have ever had on craigslist and found it to be a great resource. Of course, now they charge $5 for the service but in my opinion it's worth it. I'm in your area and sold my Brozz on craigslist for $1475 and paid $1750 new. I did have some extras but that normally doesn't increase price too much. I just don't see reasonably priced china bikes on craigslist very often. I looked for a used one for quite a while, I personally would give craigslist a shot.

TominMO · 07-15-2022, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by herbie

Just my .02 worth Tom, I'm not on Facebook or a fan either. I sold every bike I have ever had on craigslist and found it to be a great resource. Of course, now they charge $5 for the service but in my opinion it's worth it. I'm in your area and sold my Brozz on craigslist for $1475 and paid $1750 new. I did have some extras but that normally doesn't increase price too much. I just don't see reasonably priced china bikes on craigslist very often. I looked for a used one for quite a while, I personally would give craigslist a shot.

Didn't know they now charge you. I'll give it a try. Maybe.

China Rider 27 · 07-15-2022, 10:27 PM

I would suggests emphasizing the seat height and low profile of the X-Pect as that is one of its most outstanding and desirable features. And with the stock tires it is a quick and nimble street machine.

TominMO · 07-16-2022, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by China Rider 27

I would suggests emphasizing the seat height and low profile of the X-Pect as that is one of its most outstanding and desirable features. And with the stock tires it is a quick and nimble street machine.

Good points, thanx. Ima gonna pitch it as a good all-around learner bike, and I am moving on up.

BTW, regarding my dealer's prices, he is selling the KP Mini for $100 less than Venom, and the X-pect for $100 more. So not a gouger for sure. The KPX is $200 over Venom's price. All very fair for a brick and mortar. His small and plain shop is in an industrial park, and I am sure he does not have the overhead of the big carlike dealerships.

TominMO · 07-23-2022, 01:28 PM

X-pect is SOLD to Brad, a new guy on the forum. Hasn't posted anything yet.

Now if only I could think of some way to spend this money.....

**JerryHawk250** · 07-23-2022, 04:06 PM

I see a KPX in your future. Lol

TominMO · 07-23-2022, 04:58 PM

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I see a KPX in your future. Lol

Looking at Aug. 1st.

A blue one. Because I'm a rebel.

07-15-2022, 08:43 AM	#16
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,868	Since I'm not getting any nibbles here and the dealer does not want the Xpect as a trade-in, I will probably go CL. But I may also just keep it for now as I save up cash for the KPX, to buy in the fall. Curious to see how I like it with the 15/42 sprockets. __________________ 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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07-15-2022, 09:05 AM	#17
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,553	Oh noooo..!! CL? Those damn tire kickers will drive you nuts. lol The problem with selling bikes on CL is that most of the people looking for bikes are young kids with no job or money. __________________ 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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07-15-2022, 09:08 AM	#18
tknj99 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Central VA Posts: 1,254	Check out Facebook marketplace as well.. i sold a bike on there and its free. It's the only reason i'd ever use facebook though, but it served its purpose well. __________________ 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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07-15-2022, 10:26 AM	#21
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,868	I want to see how the 15T sprocket works out with the 42. If I decide that is the sweet spot, and gives me enough power to do occasional short hwy travel well enough, I might just keep it. It's the old high school problem of do you keep dating the nice but unexciting girl you have been friends with for years, or make a play for the hot new blonde who just transferred to your school? I told you I wasn't mature..... __________________ 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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07-23-2022, 01:28 PM	#28
TominMO Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: De Soto, MO Posts: 1,868	X-pect is SOLD to Brad, a new guy on the forum. Hasn't posted anything yet. Now if only I could think of some way to spend this money..... __________________ 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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07-15-2022, 11:46 AM	#22
JFOlivier Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Northern Neck of Virginia. Posts: 164	TominMO, I have a 17_43 on mine and although it suits me for riding around my back roads cruising on highways at 60 is also possible. I am 5ft 11" and weigh around 180 and headwinds can be a problem. John
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07-15-2022, 10:27 PM	#26
China Rider 27 Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: PNW Posts: 982	I would suggests emphasizing the seat height and low profile of the X-Pect as that is one of its most outstanding and desirable features. And with the stock tires it is a quick and nimble street machine.
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07-23-2022, 04:06 PM	#29
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,553	I see a KPX in your future. Lol __________________ 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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