The Orion RXB 250L is a definite NO-GO in CO

[stewbrash]

Hello y'all...as some of you know, I have been trying to figure out what bike to pick out of all the available Models. I had whittled (while whistling) it down to the Brozz Recon or the Bashan Storm. But I kept going back to that Orion RXB and thinking: "What's another $50 dollars!" The problem here in CO is that it has to be on the ON-ROAD APPROVED EPA.GOV certified list (Thanks for that Culcune!) So to make a long story longer, I emailed them at info@orionpowersports.com and asked them what their manufacturer's and engine supplier's name was so I could see if it was on the EPA.GOV list as it was required in CO. They did email back and asked: "What list are you referring to?" The Nerve! Right then and there I knew they were playing so I sent them the link and they responded: "None of our factories are on this list."

So now it's between the Brozz and the Storm...I'm really leaning towards the Brozz as it has the digital dash, knobbies (I think that's knobby's) and is much more of a modern and sleek look...mostly around the headlight. Happy trails!

[wheelbender6]

Good thing you did your homework.

[NinjaSICKthirtysix]

Go with the Brozz. The Storm looks like a bike from the 80s.

[Spins]

Can the RXB 250L be tagging in Florida ?

Thinking about an upgrade here.

[China Rider 27]

Redcrowrides has one, I think he lives in FL. Might PM him.

[Spins]

Thanks

[jcalis]

There was talk on the RXB250L dual sport riders group on facebook that the bike will be available in both 249cc (current) and 229cc (49 state legal, EPA carb and exhaust) versions in the near future. Read the posts and ask about CO registration, it may be possible with the 229cc version.
Pre orders for the 229cc version start Feb15, arriving March 1st.

Look for post by Jason Stevenson 2/6/2021

[stewbrash]

I'm sure that Orion knows that it is a long and strenuous process to both install the EPA equipment, such as smog pumps etc...and have the EPA go through the testing process. (Just ask CSC when their bikes were tested and how long it took.)

[Kingraider]

I like the csc tt 250 they are awesome!!

[culcune]

Originally Posted by jcalis

There was talk on the RXB250L dual sport riders group on facebook that the bike will be available in both 249cc (current) and 229cc (49 state legal, EPA carb and exhaust) versions in the near future. Read the posts and ask about CO registration, it may be possible with the 229cc version.
Pre orders for the 229cc version start Feb15, arriving March 1st.

Look for post by Jason Stevenson 2/6/2021

The problem is that yes, it takes a long time to get EPA/DOT, and why wouldn't they have told Stewbrash that there will be a street-legal bike coming soon?

Originally Posted by stewbrash

I'm sure that Orion knows that it is a long and strenuous process to both install the EPA equipment, such as smog pumps etc...and have the EPA go through the testing process. (Just ask CSC when their bikes were tested and how long it took.)

I recall not long ago someone not having luck with the RPS Hawk DLX as far as getting it registered. It turns out the VIN is too close to the off-road carbed Hawk, so the DLX, even with the EPA/DOT blessing for 49 state legality, was a no-go. I cannot say that is the case in Colorado, but I would still be hesitant in ordering a technically street-legal bike to a state that does not recognize the off-road version.

The problem is that yes, it takes a long time to get EPA/DOT, and why wouldn't they have