Common Problems

JimmyFingers · 01-22-2009, 10:37 AM

Other than regular maintenance items, i.e. tires, brakes, etc. What are some of the common issues or problems/breakages while owning a chinese made motorcycle? Suspension? Electrical? Engine? or All? I looking for commonalities with these bikes.

Thanks!

Cal25 · 01-22-2009, 11:18 AM

Fasteners often will come loose. locktite will remedy that.

Electrical system is usually less than robust. might have to track down a bad connection. Factory bulbs sometime burn out rather quickly.

All in all mostly just minor items. If you are mechanically inclined and like working and tinkering on your bike, Youll be fine.

winwun · 01-22-2009, 04:35 PM

I did a change on the fuel line early on -- went to a heavy-duty, thick-walled braided rubberized gas line and a NAPA in-line filter (metal) and there are no leaks, and that particular thing should be taken care of for the long haul.

SpeedSouth · 01-22-2009, 06:59 PM

The factory batteries aren't the best. They get the job done and most have a kick-start...but it's not a bad idea to get a better battery.

Or at least a battery tender.
My girl has been sitting for a bit w/o a tender and the battery is toast. :(

culcune · 01-22-2009, 07:50 PM

Things fall off randomly....

JimmyFingers · 01-24-2009, 12:42 PM

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1005566563.html

Parts Anyone?

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JimmyFingers Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Valparaiso Indiana Posts: 10	Common Problems Other than regular maintenance items, i.e. tires, brakes, etc. What are some of the common issues or problems/breakages while owning a chinese made motorcycle? Suspension? Electrical? Engine? or All? I looking for commonalities with these bikes. Thanks! __________________ 2009 Kawasaki Versys<br />2002 Honda FSC600 Silverwing<br />2005 Roketa RSX-200e<br />2008 Meiduo 49cc Scooter<br /><br />
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01-22-2009, 04:35 PM	#3
winwun Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 169	I did a change on the fuel line early on -- went to a heavy-duty, thick-walled braided rubberized gas line and a NAPA in-line filter (metal) and there are no leaks, and that particular thing should be taken care of for the long haul. __________________ If everyone picked up a couple of pieces of litter, pretty soon there wouldn't be ANY, and wouldn't THAT be nice ? Luke, 11: 21
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01-22-2009, 06:59 PM	#4
SpeedSouth Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 710	The factory batteries aren't the best. They get the job done and most have a kick-start...but it's not a bad idea to get a better battery. Or at least a battery tender. My girl has been sitting for a bit w/o a tender and the battery is toast. :( __________________ 2008 American Lifan LF200 GY-5 (930 km) - Sold 2007 Kawasaki EX250 - Sold 2006 Kawasaki EX650R - My new ride! 2005 Kawasaki EX250 - A new project
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01-24-2009, 12:42 PM	#6
JimmyFingers Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Valparaiso Indiana Posts: 10	Parts Anyone? http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1005566563.html Parts Anyone? __________________ 2009 Kawasaki Versys<br />2002 Honda FSC600 Silverwing<br />2005 Roketa RSX-200e<br />2008 Meiduo 49cc Scooter<br /><br />
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01-22-2009, 11:18 AM	#2
Cal25 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Terrell and Grapevine Tx. Posts: 1,585	Fasteners often will come loose. locktite will remedy that. Electrical system is usually less than robust. might have to track down a bad connection. Factory bulbs sometime burn out rather quickly. All in all mostly just minor items. If you are mechanically inclined and like working and tinkering on your bike, Youll be fine.
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01-22-2009, 07:50 PM	#5
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	Things fall off randomly....
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