Greetings ffrom Scotland

MacDuffman · 05-23-2011, 09:33 AM

Just found the site.
Got a Zongshen GS250 in January, with less than 100Km on the clock and have had various problems since.
Replaced the Regulator/Rectifier as well as the Battery.
Kill switch on the right grip packed in so I had to bypass with a waterproof switch from RS.
When doing more than 60 mph for over 30 miles the engine started seizing - loud scream that caused engine to cut out.
Took 30-45 mins for it to cool enough for me to ride again - at a slower speed.
Have now also replaced Spark Plug for the proper one and haven't done that speed again.
Also replaced original oil drain plug as the hex bolt part got stripped after removing twice.
Had to adjust chain every 2 days / 70 miles - replaced with a heavy duty one, but still having to adjust every week or so.
Will probably need to do the sprockets soon as well.
Great bike as a commuter - getting 70-80 mpg.

McKonker · 05-23-2011, 12:28 PM

Hey MacDuffman, welcome! There are a lot of really knowledgeable here (I am not one of them) I have a Konker KSM200 which is the same as the sundown, or the Qlink XF200. Could it be that you need to allow a longer period of time for the engine to break in before attempting high speeds like that for that length of time? You should put up a few pictures, I would love to see your bike and what the countryside looks like as well. I am of Scottish descent but have never been. Cheers! McKonker

Weldangrind · 05-23-2011, 02:31 PM

Welcome!

More thinned out Scottish blood here. X2 on pics, please.

ollerieB · 05-24-2011, 05:13 AM

Hi there! Welcome and glad to meet you. I'm also new here. Hope you enjoy it here as well as mine.

SpudRider · 05-25-2011, 12:06 AM

Welcome; we are glad you joined us!

If you have time, please do post some photos of your Zong in its natural habitat; we love photos!

Spud

MacDuffman · 05-25-2011, 06:25 AM

No problem. Will post some photos when I get the chance. Don't even think I've taken any yet. :oops:

05-23-2011, 09:33 AM	#1
MacDuffman Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland Posts: 2	Greetings ffrom Scotland Just found the site. Got a Zongshen GS250 in January, with less than 100Km on the clock and have had various problems since. Replaced the Regulator/Rectifier as well as the Battery. Kill switch on the right grip packed in so I had to bypass with a waterproof switch from RS. When doing more than 60 mph for over 30 miles the engine started seizing - loud scream that caused engine to cut out. Took 30-45 mins for it to cool enough for me to ride again - at a slower speed. Have now also replaced Spark Plug for the proper one and haven't done that speed again. Also replaced original oil drain plug as the hex bolt part got stripped after removing twice. Had to adjust chain every 2 days / 70 miles - replaced with a heavy duty one, but still having to adjust every week or so. Will probably need to do the sprockets soon as well. Great bike as a commuter - getting 70-80 mpg.
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05-23-2011, 12:28 PM	#2
McKonker Join Date: May 2011 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 51	Hey MacDuffman, welcome! There are a lot of really knowledgeable here (I am not one of them) I have a Konker KSM200 which is the same as the sundown, or the Qlink XF200. Could it be that you need to allow a longer period of time for the engine to break in before attempting high speeds like that for that length of time? You should put up a few pictures, I would love to see your bike and what the countryside looks like as well. I am of Scottish descent but have never been. Cheers! McKonker __________________ Honda Z50/Yamaha MX100/Suzuki RM80/Konker KSM200/Suzuki DRZ-400SM
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05-23-2011, 02:31 PM	#3
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Welcome! More thinned out Scottish blood here. X2 on pics, please. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-25-2011, 12:06 AM	#5
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Welcome; we are glad you joined us! If you have time, please do post some photos of your Zong in its natural habitat; we love photos! Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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05-24-2011, 05:13 AM	#4
ollerieB Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1	Hi there! Welcome and glad to meet you. I'm also new here. Hope you enjoy it here as well as mine.
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05-25-2011, 06:25 AM	#6
MacDuffman Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland Posts: 2	No problem. Will post some photos when I get the chance. Don't even think I've taken any yet. :oops:
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