Looking into Chinese dirt bikes - Page 2

Thumper · 09-08-2024, 06:37 PM

https://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=28337

There is one of my early posts on the Storm. Comfortable seat, nice rack, inverted front forks, counterbalanced CGclone. Nice.

Civire325 · 09-11-2024, 04:07 PM

After reading through a few more of your threads, Ive decided on the Templar M. Its got more of want (USD, 20hp motor, skid plate) off the bat, and is just a darn good deal considering what it includes. i dont see the need for a 6th gear (no asphalt) but would like a bigger tank than the base templar.

Its a little taller than id like, but ive been told that is remedied by practice- which is the entire purpose of riding a zero guilt when dropped dirt bike in the first place!
Thank you all, I'll share photos when i get the bike.

Sport Rider · 09-12-2024, 10:42 AM

sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. I'm a spreadsheet nut and over-think everything.

Any of them you choose will do fine for your needs. As for that eventual TAT (my goal as well), I like the new Himilayan 452 and the MCMoto 450 IBEX. However, when looking at the specs they are both VERY comparable to my current KLR650 Gen 1 model so my thought is that I'll stick with my KLR for the TAT. IF I wanted to move to a current machine both of these would be on my short list because the prices are so attractive. I like the T7, but I think it's actually more than I need. Just some food for thought. For now, enjoy the dirt/gravel roads!

rideoutadv · 09-26-2024, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Civire325

Oh, ive got a whole spreadsheet ive put together with dimensions and capacities (is that something i should share?) I just keep going back and forth on some of these. It looks like the Bashan bikes (Storm/Brozz) or the TBR7 are the best bets then. I cant seem to access Peace's page- are the Brozz Recon coming back?

I am interested in that spreadsheet if you would like to share!

Civire325 · 11-21-2024, 04:36 PM

Well my plan for a Templar M didnt pan out. I found a 2021 Brozz Recon on FB marketplace that needs some TLC, but i believe will fit my purpose. Will follow up with a working thread. Kid already approves!

Civire325 · 11-21-2024, 04:38 PM

Not really sure how to post the spreadsheet now that im trying to. Anyone have any guidance on how to post an .xslx file?

**JerryHawk250** · 11-21-2024, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Civire325

Not really sure how to post the spreadsheet now that im trying to. Anyone have any guidance on how to post an .xslx file?

You can share it as a dropbox link or google drive link.

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Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,789	https://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=28337 There is one of my early posts on the Storm. Comfortable seat, nice rack, inverted front forks, counterbalanced CGclone. Nice. __________________ No matter where you go, there you are... Reality doesn't wait around for fools (this flies over the heads of people that desperately need to perceive it). "It's the environment, stupid" (or stated more directly and omenously, "No planet, no jobs" ) Read it and weep: The new world order takes shape
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09-12-2024, 10:42 AM	#18
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,117	sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. I'm a spreadsheet nut and over-think everything. Any of them you choose will do fine for your needs. As for that eventual TAT (my goal as well), I like the new Himilayan 452 and the MCMoto 450 IBEX. However, when looking at the specs they are both VERY comparable to my current KLR650 Gen 1 model so my thought is that I'll stick with my KLR for the TAT. IF I wanted to move to a current machine both of these would be on my short list because the prices are so attractive. I like the T7, but I think it's actually more than I need. Just some food for thought. For now, enjoy the dirt/gravel roads! __________________ Dave Bikes I've owned: Suzuki GS450T, Yamaha XS500, Honda V45 Sabre, Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic (2), Suzuki VX800, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Triumph TT600, Honda Superhawk, Kawasaki Concours 1000 (3, including a sidecar rig), Buell XB9R, Kawasaki Nomad 1500, Concours 14, Honda Goldwing (2), Housen Hawk, Suzuki Intruder 1400, Kawasaki KLR650, Victory V92TC.
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11-21-2024, 04:36 PM	#20
Civire325 Join Date: Aug 2024 Posts: 10	welp Well my plan for a Templar M didnt pan out. I found a 2021 Brozz Recon on FB marketplace that needs some TLC, but i believe will fit my purpose. Will follow up with a working thread. Kid already approves! Attached Thumbnails
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09-11-2024, 04:07 PM	#17
Civire325 Join Date: Aug 2024 Posts: 10	After reading through a few more of your threads, Ive decided on the Templar M. Its got more of want (USD, 20hp motor, skid plate) off the bat, and is just a darn good deal considering what it includes. i dont see the need for a 6th gear (no asphalt) but would like a bigger tank than the base templar. Its a little taller than id like, but ive been told that is remedied by practice- which is the entire purpose of riding a zero guilt when dropped dirt bike in the first place! Thank you all, I'll share photos when i get the bike.
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11-21-2024, 04:38 PM	#21
Civire325 Join Date: Aug 2024 Posts: 10	Not really sure how to post the spreadsheet now that im trying to. Anyone have any guidance on how to post an .xslx file?
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