DB-47 250 arrived today - Page 2

ChipToothy · 05-22-2019, 05:06 PM

I’ll be curious to see the top end mph on these. Cool bike!

Joshlaird · 05-22-2019, 08:21 PM

I can’t wait to get mine. Kinda sad to hear about the little issues so far. That’s kinda frustrating. But it looks real nice! Hopefully once you get it all set up and on the road it’s smooth sailing. I’ve picked out all the mods for mine. You have any plans for modding?

2LZ · 05-23-2019, 10:14 AM

I like the basket! Nice touch! ;-)

RedCrowRides · 05-23-2019, 12:01 PM

I really, really, like those supermoto style rims over spokes , at my age i'm pretty much past being able to thrash a bike thru serious dirt hard enough to break a wheel ,and they need no maintenance.,while at the same time i'm sure they are strong enough for very casual light trail riding which being realistic is about all they would ever see with me .

If i can sell my 04 Sportster i will be looking VERY hard at this bike.

wedooit · 05-23-2019, 12:14 PM

We are also interested in a road/ride report on this bike. Looks nice, and am glad the seat height for the mrs is acceptable. Keep the peddle bike in the background for a backup....LOL!!!!

Very nice, congrats again!!!

timcosby · 05-23-2019, 01:57 PM

for those that have a hard time with the kick stand spring. put the spring on the bike and the kickstand and then bolt the kickstand to the bike...leverage.

Air_male · 05-23-2019, 06:30 PM

Spent a couple hours installing the headlamp assembly with zero instructions it was tedious af. I also installed the battery and front fender.
A couple things to do before I put fuel in her and fire it up.
Chain is very tight so that's next
Loctite as many fasteners as possible
Change the oil.
It's going to be hard to give you a top speed anytime soon, still waiting on MCO from gocartsusa estimating about a week or so.
I will be road testing it in my neighborhood to check drivability and make sure it's safe for my better half.
I would love any advice on things that need my attention or anything to look for before I get going... thanks to all the vet forum members for the knowledge and tips, best place to learn about these bikes is right here!

roundhouse · 05-23-2019, 06:57 PM

Sweeet man. thanks for the update. Pics when it is done. Please.

Joshlaird · 05-23-2019, 07:15 PM

How long from when you ordered it was it shipped out? And then how long to your door? I’m anxiously awaiting mine being shipped out. It’s only been 4 days since I ordered but I want my bike lol. It’s actually about to be my only means of transportation too.

Air_male · 05-24-2019, 12:23 AM

It was 10 days for shipping CA to NJ.

Air_male · 05-24-2019, 03:09 PM

Fully assebled less mirrors and some reflectors.

Air_male · 05-24-2019, 03:12 PM

more...

Air_male · 05-24-2019, 03:38 PM

as you can see from the pics the shift lever won't seat any further so I'm going to order a different design. There is too much meat on the back of the lever to let the bolt pass through correctly.
The oil drain plug had me worried for a second with all the thread sealant on it but after draining the oil everything was fine, threads clean and straight.
The bike took a minute to fire but after I figured out the petcock postioning it ran great.
I took it out and around the neighborhood and was impressed how smooth and quiet it was.
I need to brake clean the pads and rotors and maybe flush and refil the brake fluid, but the brakes worked ok but nothing amazing here.
The riding position is a very comfortable upright to a tad forward angle but felt good.
The twist throttle is a very long throw to get wot but that's probably better for her to learn with.
Digital spedo has fuel gauge that works, clock, and reads in kmh, I hope it has a way to change that mode to mph. I haven't played with it yet. It has a tach and nuetral indicator too. I only rode it ten minutes as I'm busy as hell at work and just needed to relax before tomorrow.
I hope this answers some questions and will help as much as possible if you're considering this motorcycle.
In my opinion it seems like a bargain for this bike, as I said before the fit and finish is top notch and the motor has a great reputation.

**JerryHawk250** · 05-24-2019, 04:39 PM

I like how you took pictures with the DR so we can see a size comparison. The bike is much bigger that I though it would be.

Joshlaird · 05-24-2019, 05:06 PM

Looks great! Glad it’s all up and running. I hope you can change it to MPH. That is going to really bother me on mine if I can’t. Thanks for the updates!

05-22-2019, 05:06 PM	#16
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05-23-2019, 10:14 AM	#18
2LZ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Volcano, Ca Posts: 7,103	I like the basket! Nice touch! ;-) __________________ "Light a fire for a man, and you heat him for a day. Light a man on fire, and you heat him for the rest of his life." 2007 Suzuki DRZ400S (SM convert) 2009 Q Link XP 200 1967 BSA B25 250cc Starfire 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 1948 Royal Enfield Model G 350
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05-23-2019, 12:01 PM	#19
RedCrowRides Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 759	I really, really, like those supermoto style rims over spokes , at my age i'm pretty much past being able to thrash a bike thru serious dirt hard enough to break a wheel ,and they need no maintenance.,while at the same time i'm sure they are strong enough for very casual light trail riding which being realistic is about all they would ever see with me . If i can sell my 04 Sportster i will be looking VERY hard at this bike. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT 2004 Sportster 2018 VADER 2020 Orion RXB250L
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05-23-2019, 12:14 PM	#20
wedooit Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Pocatello, Idaho Posts: 794	We are also interested in a road/ride report on this bike. Looks nice, and am glad the seat height for the mrs is acceptable. Keep the peddle bike in the background for a backup....LOL!!!! Very nice, congrats again!!! __________________ A family that works together, plays together, shoots and trains together, and sleds together, stays together. Second amendment! SkiDoo sleds, NOW 2 TTR225, and a BMS250. A couple of quotes (we are not farmers) "I don't get off the farm much" "Am too old school" I call the china bikes "the china syndrome".
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05-23-2019, 01:57 PM	#21
timcosby Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: robertsdale alabama usa Posts: 1,007	for those that have a hard time with the kick stand spring. put the spring on the bike and the kickstand and then bolt the kickstand to the bike...leverage. __________________ 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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05-22-2019, 08:21 PM	#17
Joshlaird Join Date: May 2019 Posts: 47	I can’t wait to get mine. Kinda sad to hear about the little issues so far. That’s kinda frustrating. But it looks real nice! Hopefully once you get it all set up and on the road it’s smooth sailing. I’ve picked out all the mods for mine. You have any plans for modding?
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05-23-2019, 06:30 PM	#22
Air_male Join Date: Mar 2019 Posts: 24	update.... Spent a couple hours installing the headlamp assembly with zero instructions it was tedious af. I also installed the battery and front fender. A couple things to do before I put fuel in her and fire it up. Chain is very tight so that's next Loctite as many fasteners as possible Change the oil. It's going to be hard to give you a top speed anytime soon, still waiting on MCO from gocartsusa estimating about a week or so. I will be road testing it in my neighborhood to check drivability and make sure it's safe for my better half. I would love any advice on things that need my attention or anything to look for before I get going... thanks to all the vet forum members for the knowledge and tips, best place to learn about these bikes is right here!
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05-23-2019, 06:57 PM	#23
roundhouse Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: N Texas Posts: 706	Sweeet man. thanks for the update. Pics when it is done. Please.
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05-23-2019, 07:15 PM	#24
Joshlaird Join Date: May 2019 Posts: 47	How long from when you ordered it was it shipped out? And then how long to your door? I’m anxiously awaiting mine being shipped out. It’s only been 4 days since I ordered but I want my bike lol. It’s actually about to be my only means of transportation too.
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05-24-2019, 12:23 AM	#25
Air_male Join Date: Mar 2019 Posts: 24	It was 10 days for shipping CA to NJ.
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05-24-2019, 03:38 PM	#28
Air_male Join Date: Mar 2019 Posts: 24	The good and bad... as you can see from the pics the shift lever won't seat any further so I'm going to order a different design. There is too much meat on the back of the lever to let the bolt pass through correctly. The oil drain plug had me worried for a second with all the thread sealant on it but after draining the oil everything was fine, threads clean and straight. The bike took a minute to fire but after I figured out the petcock postioning it ran great. I took it out and around the neighborhood and was impressed how smooth and quiet it was. I need to brake clean the pads and rotors and maybe flush and refil the brake fluid, but the brakes worked ok but nothing amazing here. The riding position is a very comfortable upright to a tad forward angle but felt good. The twist throttle is a very long throw to get wot but that's probably better for her to learn with. Digital spedo has fuel gauge that works, clock, and reads in kmh, I hope it has a way to change that mode to mph. I haven't played with it yet. It has a tach and nuetral indicator too. I only rode it ten minutes as I'm busy as hell at work and just needed to relax before tomorrow. I hope this answers some questions and will help as much as possible if you're considering this motorcycle. In my opinion it seems like a bargain for this bike, as I said before the fit and finish is top notch and the motor has a great reputation.
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05-24-2019, 04:39 PM	#29
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05-24-2019, 05:06 PM	#30
Joshlaird Join Date: May 2019 Posts: 47	Looks great! Glad it’s all up and running. I hope you can change it to MPH. That is going to really bother me on mine if I can’t. Thanks for the updates!
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