The dinstinct need for speed

panicacid · 10-09-2008, 05:44 PM

Well I'm on a LF125GY-3 (as far as I'm aware)

Also known as a Hero Magellan here in the UK, Pic:

I've moved the battery to the air box location, put a performance air filter (off of my mini moto ha ha) onto it, re painted it, (will post some pics soon) and fitted a dominator front end (twin halogen headlamps etc) also had to fit a new rear numberplate bracket as it just couldn't take the abuse I was giving it. Removed the baggage rack and fitted new indicators all round, (something a little more stylish) also removed the exhaust. Yep thats right, straight out from the front pipe, silencer is still attached to the bike, but not inserted into the front pipe, makes a lot of noise but hasn't really sped the bike up.

But now.. the time has come for more speed, she tops out at 70MPH on a flat road. I was thinking CDI box but mines all ready de-restricted as it revs all the way up to 12RPM, I was thinking about fitting one of the Lifan 200CC engines, or one of the 250CC engines as they seem to maintain the same fitments just slightly taller, (thats a guess based on pictures)

Thinking maybe a bigger carb, any ideas?

ImEazy · 10-09-2008, 07:15 PM

Since your desiring more speed I would have to suggest a bigger bike.
Even if you put a 200cc engine in the bike you will probably top it out at
about 70-75mph. Seems like a lot of work to gain nothing. I would enjoy
what you have and save some cash for a bigger ride. It is that time of
the year that people are selling cheap. I wish I had a $1,000.00 I would
have two new to me bikes in the garage. The best of luck to you...

katoranger · 10-09-2008, 08:59 PM

I'm going to venture that you have a restricted license so that is why you want to retain the bike and put a bigger engine in.

Most of us with 200cc bike are lucky to see much over 70mph too. Not worth the effort to upgrade.

Allen

DDG1976 · 10-10-2008, 06:01 AM

What size sprockets are you running?

tigertamer · 10-10-2008, 09:51 AM

I'll bet you a fortune cookie that 70+ MPH will give you a real hair raising experience on that bike 8O

It might be easier to stand on a beach ball! LOL

12K RPMs is approaching turbine revs :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: I would line the seat pan with Kevlar to protect my family tree branch :wink:

Humble opinion,
Tigertamer

panicacid · 10-10-2008, 02:04 PM

Yeah restricted licence, put it this way, at 70mph on that if I don't put all my weight on the front forks they feel like they're going to lift, I've decided to buy a Honda CB400F instead, and build a cafe'racer. mwaha ha haha

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IronFist · 10-10-2008, 02:26 PM

I've got a 72 honda 350 twin. On other sites I've seen these bikes get bashed like chinabikes. Don't believe it. Most UK guys know what these bikes will do.mwaha ha haha :twisted:

I have a lot of cb350 twin info, they aren't the same bike at all, but most of where to purchase what part is still the same. PM me if you get one.

10-09-2008, 05:44 PM	#1
panicacid Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 10	The dinstinct need for speed Well I'm on a LF125GY-3 (as far as I'm aware) Also known as a Hero Magellan here in the UK, Pic: I've moved the battery to the air box location, put a performance air filter (off of my mini moto ha ha) onto it, re painted it, (will post some pics soon) and fitted a dominator front end (twin halogen headlamps etc) also had to fit a new rear numberplate bracket as it just couldn't take the abuse I was giving it. Removed the baggage rack and fitted new indicators all round, (something a little more stylish) also removed the exhaust. Yep thats right, straight out from the front pipe, silencer is still attached to the bike, but not inserted into the front pipe, makes a lot of noise but hasn't really sped the bike up. But now.. the time has come for more speed, she tops out at 70MPH on a flat road. I was thinking CDI box but mines all ready de-restricted as it revs all the way up to 12RPM, I was thinking about fitting one of the Lifan 200CC engines, or one of the 250CC engines as they seem to maintain the same fitments just slightly taller, (thats a guess based on pictures) Thinking maybe a bigger carb, any ideas?
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10-09-2008, 07:15 PM	#2
ImEazy Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: N.E. Ohio (Near Akron) Posts: 599	Since your desiring more speed I would have to suggest a bigger bike. Even if you put a 200cc engine in the bike you will probably top it out at about 70-75mph. Seems like a lot of work to gain nothing. I would enjoy what you have and save some cash for a bigger ride. It is that time of the year that people are selling cheap. I wish I had a $1,000.00 I would have two new to me bikes in the garage. The best of luck to you... __________________ 2000 MZ Baghira
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10-09-2008, 08:59 PM	#3
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	I'm going to venture that you have a restricted license so that is why you want to retain the bike and put a bigger engine in. Most of us with 200cc bike are lucky to see much over 70mph too. Not worth the effort to upgrade. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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DDG1976 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ringgold, Ga. Posts: 410	What size sprockets are you running? __________________ I have all of soberday to satur up!!
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tigertamer Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Wheeling, West Virginia Posts: 683	I'll bet you a fortune cookie that 70+ MPH will give you a real hair raising experience on that bike 8O It might be easier to stand on a beach ball! LOL 12K RPMs is approaching turbine revs :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: I would line the seat pan with Kevlar to protect my family tree branch :wink: Humble opinion, Tigertamer __________________ 07 H-D XL883C 06 LF 200GY-5 Yin and Yang CAUTION Obey The Traffic Regulation. Always Wear a Helmet. Don't Ride After Drinking Wine. Before Operation, Read The Owners Manual Carefully.
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10-10-2008, 02:04 PM	#6
panicacid Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 10	Yeah restricted licence, put it this way, at 70mph on that if I don't put all my weight on the front forks they feel like they're going to lift, I've decided to buy a Honda CB400F instead, and build a cafe'racer. mwaha ha haha Start Finish
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10-10-2008, 02:26 PM	#7
IronFist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto Ontario Canada Posts: 2,585	I've got a 72 honda 350 twin. On other sites I've seen these bikes get bashed like chinabikes. Don't believe it. Most UK guys know what these bikes will do.mwaha ha haha :twisted: I have a lot of cb350 twin info, they aren't the same bike at all, but most of where to purchase what part is still the same. PM me if you get one. __________________ IronFist ___________________________________ The "chain" of command is used for beating spammers. ___________________________________
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