lifan v zongshen

kent · 10-14-2006, 12:20 AM

Who builds the better bike Lifan or Zongshen? :?:

Also what is the difference between Lifan models TMS200GY-5 and LF200GY? :?:

Kent :?

deputygene · 10-15-2006, 09:07 AM

Been watching this post also, am curious of the answer myself, hope someone more knowledgeable than me chimes in. I know that the Rocketta bikes seem to be Zongshen powered and the same cc motor is often listed as having about 2hp less than the Lifan bikes. Lifan bikes seem to have decent quality and a few reports of long term use with the Lifan bikes. Have not seen anything about a long-term use report from the Zongshen bikes.
Does anyone know who makes the motors in the Tank bikes? Tank also has a 250cc dirtbike, but I like the Rocketta "Hummer" dirtbike.

kent · 10-15-2006, 10:13 AM

OK, smlrace says the TMS model is thier brand, the two bikes are exactly the same.

Does anyone else have thoughts on Zongshen v Lifan? I am bidding on the Lifan, but, the Zongshen is close enough for me to go pick it up and it may be cheaper. However at these prices, I am more concerned with the quality of the bikes, than the price difference between them.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Kent

culcune · 10-15-2006, 12:02 PM

I don't think you will go wrong with either bike. Both are at the top of the "heap" as far as Chinese bikes go. Lifan and Zongshen are the two biggest manufacturers in China. Everyone else uses either companies' engines in their brands, such as Shineray (the 3rd biggest manufacturer).

dlunt · 10-15-2006, 07:30 PM

I agree with culcune. Either is decent for the money.
I would be more concerned about being sure you will get a correct MSO if you are going to license it for road use.

pedez2000 · 05-20-2007, 04:10 AM

if you buy a lifan make sure you get the lf200gy or the only 1 that will or can warranty it. Is that dealer.and when the warranty is gone parts prices will be higher

czowner · 05-20-2007, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deputygene

Does anyone know who makes the motors in the Tank bikes? Tank also has a 250cc dirtbike, but I like the Rocketta "Hummer" dirtbike.

I believe that it's Zonshen, the Tank 250MX is identical (bar colour and badges) to my Hongdou MD250GY (also a dirt bike but made road legal), the motor's based on the Honda CRF230F (223cc 6 speed). Since the trouble with the clutch it's been no bother.

Jonathan.

Jim · 05-20-2007, 12:40 PM

the lifan lf200 is an american lifan bike, the tms is a grey market bike, dont expect warranty from american lifan, and check with the grey market dealer...

cajunkym · 05-20-2007, 08:35 PM

f/if/i/know but my Diamo has a Z-chink and it is as good as you would want.

bobby5 · 05-21-2007, 09:19 AM

The 2007 American Lifan has
> -Counter-Balanced Engine (this cured the vibration issue and added
a little
> horsepower)

> -Rear Drum Brakes (There was an issue with the back breaks on the
06' models
> and this was addressed)

> -Front fork Guards (this was just a basic styling change)
>
> -New battery (This battery is bigger and fits much better, the
battery was
> also moved further away from the exhaust pipe)
>
> -New Seat Mount (Assembly is much easier with the cable fastener
instead of
> the bolt) PRICE INCREASE 100.00

10-14-2006, 12:20 AM	#1
kent Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Western Montana Posts: 3	lifan v zongshen Who builds the better bike Lifan or Zongshen? :?: Also what is the difference between Lifan models TMS200GY-5 and LF200GY? :?: Kent :?
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10-15-2006, 10:13 AM	#3
kent Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Western Montana Posts: 3	TMS200GY v LF200GY OK, smlrace says the TMS model is thier brand, the two bikes are exactly the same. Does anyone else have thoughts on Zongshen v Lifan? I am bidding on the Lifan, but, the Zongshen is close enough for me to go pick it up and it may be cheaper. However at these prices, I am more concerned with the quality of the bikes, than the price difference between them. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Kent
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10-15-2006, 12:02 PM	#4
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,054	I don't think you will go wrong with either bike. Both are at the top of the "heap" as far as Chinese bikes go. Lifan and Zongshen are the two biggest manufacturers in China. Everyone else uses either companies' engines in their brands, such as Shineray (the 3rd biggest manufacturer). __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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10-15-2006, 07:30 PM	#5
dlunt Join Date: May 2006 Location: Camby, Indiana Posts: 494	I agree with culcune. Either is decent for the money. I would be more concerned about being sure you will get a correct MSO if you are going to license it for road use. __________________ 2006 Flywing(Jianshe)100 2002 Suzuki DR650
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05-20-2007, 08:35 PM	#9
cajunkym Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 40	which is better f/if/i/know but my Diamo has a Z-chink and it is as good as you would want.
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10-15-2006, 09:07 AM	#2
deputygene Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 254	Been watching this post also, am curious of the answer myself, hope someone more knowledgeable than me chimes in. I know that the Rocketta bikes seem to be Zongshen powered and the same cc motor is often listed as having about 2hp less than the Lifan bikes. Lifan bikes seem to have decent quality and a few reports of long term use with the Lifan bikes. Have not seen anything about a long-term use report from the Zongshen bikes. Does anyone know who makes the motors in the Tank bikes? Tank also has a 250cc dirtbike, but I like the Rocketta "Hummer" dirtbike.
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05-20-2007, 04:10 AM	#6
pedez2000 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: tennesse Posts: 95	if you buy a lifan make sure you get the lf200gy or the only 1 that will or can warranty it. Is that dealer.and when the warranty is gone parts prices will be higher
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05-20-2007, 12:40 PM	#8
Jim Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Abbotsford, BC, Canada Posts: 4,880	the lifan lf200 is an american lifan bike, the tms is a grey market bike, dont expect warranty from american lifan, and check with the grey market dealer...
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05-21-2007, 09:19 AM	#10
bobby5 Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 8	The 2007 American Lifan has > -Counter-Balanced Engine (this cured the vibration issue and added a little > horsepower) > -Rear Drum Brakes (There was an issue with the back breaks on the 06' models > and this was addressed) > -Front fork Guards (this was just a basic styling change) > > -New battery (This battery is bigger and fits much better, the battery was > also moved further away from the exhaust pipe) > > -New Seat Mount (Assembly is much easier with the cable fastener instead of > the bolt) PRICE INCREASE 100.00
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