Just pulled the trigger on the Apollo 250 Deluxe!

Ski_rush · 02-20-2019, 12:32 PM

After debating and debating, I finally pulled the trigger on the Apollo 250 Deluxe.

I was on the fence because the Hawk is $300 less expensive. But, to me...the Apollo seemed worth the $300 price bump. I guess we will see. I'm psyched. I ordered from Texas PowerSports and they say shipped to your house in 7-10 days.

Am I the first on the forum to buy an Apollo Deluxe?

I am going to really take my time and make sure everything is loctited. I think I could have done better with my initial set up of the Enforcer last time.

I selected Red as my first color choice and Black as my second. Weird not knowing for sure what you'll get.

Hancadam · 02-20-2019, 01:10 PM

Congrats!! I was seriously considering that bike as well.

**JerryHawk250** · 02-20-2019, 01:21 PM

Congrats

I don't think you will be disappointed. Apollo has a good reputation for quality with the dirt bike version and is worth the $300 more. It has a better swingarm, better adjustable forks and adjustable rear shock than the Hawk. Nothing wrong with my Hawk but if that bike would of been available back then I probably would have one.

2LZ · 02-20-2019, 01:22 PM

Can't wait to hear the review! Really like this bike.
I do wish it was more than CARB green stickered. One can only hope!

da4design · 02-20-2019, 06:58 PM

super excited to see and hear what you think of it when you get it! Congrats

Its_not_a_honda · 02-20-2019, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ski_rush

I am going to really take my time and make sure everything is loctited.

i didn't loctite anything. Nothing came loose.

MDStroup · 02-20-2019, 07:54 PM

Please let us know what you think of it, and take lots of pictures! Especially of the front wheel. It is top on my list right now. Really wish it came with atleast a 19 inch front wheel.

I have also been wanting to see what the Hawk DLX is like and the lifan option when it comes to market.

Am i crazy for wanting the Orion FX1 as well?

Deryl · 02-20-2019, 07:55 PM

Congrats man! I am more than likely getting one also when I am able. The dirt version has amazing reviews. Remember we like pics here! If you don't provide them it never happened! Keep us updated and enjoy it, great bike!

Ski_rush · 02-20-2019, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MDStroup

Please let us know what you think of it, and take lots of pictures! Especially of the front wheel. It is top on my list right now. Really wish it came with at least a 19 inch front wheel.

I have also been wanting to see what the Hawk DLX is like and the lifan option when it comes to market.

Am i crazy for wanting the Orion FX1 as well?

I agree about the 17" wheel. Do other people think it was an odd choice? I looked online for 17" tires in the quoted sizes (130/70/17 and 110/70/17) and the options are few and far between. Most of the choices are road tires; not finding an dual sports or off road tires in that size.

We don't know the rim size yet, but any thoughts on a dirt oriented tire that would likely fit?

I was really eyeing the Orion 250 from Orion Powersports. The guy sold me on all the upgrades to the bike. But, I couldn't swallow the $1900 price tag without the possibility of taking it for a ride in town.

Megadan · 02-20-2019, 11:19 PM

They do actually make a version of the Deluxe with the 21/18 wheels, called the RX250 Xtreme T (trail I assume) outside of the US. For whatever reason, nobody decided to import it here up to this point.

In any case, congrats on the new bike and welcome back to this silly world lol.

MDStroup · 02-20-2019, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Ski_rush

I agree about the 17" wheel. Do other people think it was an odd choice? I looked online for 17" tires in the quoted sizes (130/70/17 and 110/70/17) and the options are few and far between. Most of the choices are road tires; not finding an dual sports or off road tires in that size.

We don't know the rim size yet, but any thoughts on a dirt oriented tire that would likely fit?
I was really eyeing the Orion 250 from Orion Powersports. The guy sold me on all the upgrades to the bike. But, I couldn't swallow the $1900 price tag without the possibility of taking it for a ride in town.

You can easily get the 21" front and 18" rear tires from Orion, just wish it came from the factory with them.

MDStroup · 02-20-2019, 11:23 PM

https://www.orionpowersports.com/21-...0cc-dirt-bike/

https://www.orionpowersports.com/18-...0cc-dirt-bike/

NzBrakelathes · 02-21-2019, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by MDStroup

https://www.orionpowersports.com/21-...0cc-dirt-bike/

https://www.orionpowersports.com/18-...0cc-dirt-bike/

They want WHAT for a rear wheel????????????????????

MDStroup · 02-21-2019, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by NzBrakelathes

They want WHAT for a rear wheel????????????????????

I know. I did the same thing. Especially when I realized it didn't come with the tire. If a different option can be found I would be happy to see it.

chuck · 02-21-2019, 07:02 AM

It's a supermoto version,you can fit a 140 at the rear,hopefully.

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Megadan Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 8,030	They do actually make a version of the Deluxe with the 21/18 wheels, called the RX250 Xtreme T (trail I assume) outside of the US. For whatever reason, nobody decided to import it here up to this point. In any case, congrats on the new bike and welcome back to this silly world lol. __________________ Hawk Information and Resource guide: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=20331 2018 Hawk 250 - Full Mod list here. http://www.chinariders.net/showpost....62&postcount=1 2024 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 https://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=34124
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02-20-2019, 01:10 PM	#2
Hancadam Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 201	Congrats!! I was seriously considering that bike as well.
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da4design Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: texas Posts: 253	super excited to see and hear what you think of it when you get it! Congrats
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MDStroup Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 207	Please let us know what you think of it, and take lots of pictures! Especially of the front wheel. It is top on my list right now. Really wish it came with atleast a 19 inch front wheel. I have also been wanting to see what the Hawk DLX is like and the lifan option when it comes to market. Am i crazy for wanting the Orion FX1 as well?
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02-20-2019, 07:55 PM	#8
Deryl Join Date: Apr 2018 Posts: 68	Congrats man! I am more than likely getting one also when I am able. The dirt version has amazing reviews. Remember we like pics here! If you don't provide them it never happened! Keep us updated and enjoy it, great bike!
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MDStroup Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 207	https://www.orionpowersports.com/21-...0cc-dirt-bike/ https://www.orionpowersports.com/18-...0cc-dirt-bike/
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02-21-2019, 07:02 AM	#15
chuck Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 436	It's a supermoto version,you can fit a 140 at the rear,hopefully.
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