Ready to buy, but can't make my mind up

Stereoo · 05-16-2018, 11:38 AM

The bikes I have in mind are Bashan Storm/Stallion, Bashan Enforcer, Hawk. Brozz or Shark would be nice if I could find them. Thought about waiting on the new Hawk to get here. Just not sure I can.

I am interested in trail riding and riding around town. Most of the trails are 20 -30 miles from my house. So I really like the Storm with the counterbalanced engine but don't like the headlight and general look compared to the Hawk or the Enforcer. Not a big deal if it is worth the extra money.

I have been told that the Storm is a little shorter and a much more refined bike than the Enforcer or the Hawk. Is this true? Is it closer to the TT250 than the Hawk?

Thanks for your help and this forum is great!

Megadan · 05-16-2018, 11:51 AM

The Enforcer and Hawk are simply non-counter balanced. Yes, they do have more noticeable vibrations than the Storm/Brozz/TT250 - which all come with the counter balanced engine. The Enforcer and Hawk are more off-road oriented with their wheel and tire sizes.

If you want the best of both worlds, then buy a TT250. Yes, it is more expensive than the others, but they are worth the extra investment. The support from CSC alone is worth it, but the suspension is worth the money as well. If you can afford it, then go for it.

**JerryHawk250** · 05-16-2018, 12:03 PM

The Bashan Storm/Stallion, Bashan Enforcer, Hawk. Brozz are pretty much equal in quality. TT250 is a step up in quality and has great dealer support. Like Megadan stated. The Hawk and Enforcer are more off-road oriented with their wheel and tire sizes.
One thing for sure. No matter which one you get I can almost guarantee you won't leave it stock and will be doing upgrades.

timcosby · 05-16-2018, 02:15 PM

knobbies do fine on the road so dont let that sway you either way!

Cravin01 · 05-16-2018, 02:57 PM

I have the Storm and really like it but now that I have it I think any of these bikes would have been a good choice. I wanted the counterbalanced engine real bad so I went with the Storm because the Brozz and shark weren't available. This bike might be a tad shorter than the Hawk and enforcer but it's still tall. The tires are what make it shorter and 2 inches in the front and 1in the back equate to really hardly nothing.
Non-couterbalaced = a little more torque.
Counterbalanced = A tad more HP
Difference is hardly if at all noticeable and probably a wash!

Go with your gut and get riding, your fine with any choice.

tomrom · 05-16-2018, 09:10 PM

The Brozz is a great looking bike but I chose the storm for front and rear disk brakes.

05-16-2018, 11:38 AM	#1
Stereoo Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 1	Ready to buy, but can't make my mind up The bikes I have in mind are Bashan Storm/Stallion, Bashan Enforcer, Hawk. Brozz or Shark would be nice if I could find them. Thought about waiting on the new Hawk to get here. Just not sure I can. I am interested in trail riding and riding around town. Most of the trails are 20 -30 miles from my house. So I really like the Storm with the counterbalanced engine but don't like the headlight and general look compared to the Hawk or the Enforcer. Not a big deal if it is worth the extra money. I have been told that the Storm is a little shorter and a much more refined bike than the Enforcer or the Hawk. Is this true? Is it closer to the TT250 than the Hawk? Thanks for your help and this forum is great!
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05-16-2018, 11:51 AM	#2
Megadan Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 8,110	The Enforcer and Hawk are simply non-counter balanced. Yes, they do have more noticeable vibrations than the Storm/Brozz/TT250 - which all come with the counter balanced engine. The Enforcer and Hawk are more off-road oriented with their wheel and tire sizes. If you want the best of both worlds, then buy a TT250. Yes, it is more expensive than the others, but they are worth the extra investment. The support from CSC alone is worth it, but the suspension is worth the money as well. If you can afford it, then go for it. __________________ 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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05-16-2018, 12:03 PM	#3
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,715	The Bashan Storm/Stallion, Bashan Enforcer, Hawk. Brozz are pretty much equal in quality. TT250 is a step up in quality and has great dealer support. Like Megadan stated. The Hawk and Enforcer are more off-road oriented with their wheel and tire sizes. One thing for sure. No matter which one you get I can almost guarantee you won't leave it stock and will be doing upgrades. __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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05-16-2018, 02:15 PM	#4
timcosby Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: robertsdale alabama usa Posts: 1,007	knobbies do fine on the road so dont let that sway you either way! __________________ 1991 harley heritage softail classic 2016 hawk kaw h1 400 tripple 13' long chopper in progress 2009 johnny pag bar hog 2004 hd electra glide ultra classic shriner edition 1997 harley davidson 1200 sportster 1972 harley davidson amf sx250
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05-16-2018, 02:57 PM	#5
Cravin01 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Forney Texas Posts: 498	I have the Storm and really like it but now that I have it I think any of these bikes would have been a good choice. I wanted the counterbalanced engine real bad so I went with the Storm because the Brozz and shark weren't available. This bike might be a tad shorter than the Hawk and enforcer but it's still tall. The tires are what make it shorter and 2 inches in the front and 1in the back equate to really hardly nothing. Non-couterbalaced = a little more torque. Counterbalanced = A tad more HP Difference is hardly if at all noticeable and probably a wash! Go with your gut and get riding, your fine with any choice. __________________ Visit me on YouTube at "Project Next"! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6KTCi2GVbfRDv-2XCqHhsg?view_as=subscriber 2017 Bashan Storm Keihen PZ30 Pumper Carb,115 main jet,35 pilot jet, gutted factory exhaust, Sambo Digital Speedometer,LED blinkers, H4 headlight,D.I.D X-ring chain 428,17/42 sprockets,UNI cone filter.
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05-16-2018, 09:10 PM	#6
tomrom Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Vermont Posts: 56	The Brozz is a great looking bike but I chose the storm for front and rear disk brakes.
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