BD125-2 "Boomcat"

[rlich8]

Thank you!

[krat]

As of 1981 all motorcycles sold in the U.S. are required to have the headlight on at all times. Price or brand has nothing to do with it.

You guys did not get he memo?

[Coloradogoose]

Originally Posted by krat

As of 1981 all motorcycles sold in the U.S. are required to have the headlight on at all times. Price or brand has nothing to do with it.

You guys did not get he memo?

Poorly phrased on my part. The "always on" was referring to some bikes that kill the light during starting vs. others that do not. In my personal experience it's usually nicer and newer bikes that have this feature, hence the reference to price.

And I say most bikes, because not all bikes with headlights are street legal and therefore aren't required to have the headlight on at all times. There are also quite a few 40+ year old bikes still on the road.

[rlich8]

Good news! The amazing guys at Kronik Racing (Pete in specific) is going to get me a set of pegs as soon as he can. Another plug for this amazing little shop, highly recommend dealing with them if you can for your Boomcat bike.

[rlich8]

Bike is up and running but the swingarm bent after about 4 miles. I was pulling away from a stop, I let the clutch out, shifted to second gear, and felt the back of the bike shift rightward while hearing the chain come off of the rear sprocket. I freewheeled into the parking lane once I got through the intersection and saw the damage. Will try to get pics soon but really not looking forward to dealing with this one. The bike ran well and drove well too. I guess it's the territory with a $1000 Chinese motorcycle.

[petesuz]

Hey rlich8 - did you ever get that swing arm issue fixed? photos of the damage? would an S90 swing-arm fit? many on ebay.

[702rocketmonkey]

hi i was wondering if anyone had found a rear rack that would fit the BD125-2?
I was thinking of buying a rack that would fit on a cl 70 and maybe that would work for the BD125-2

[Kags1969]

So I dropped an order for one of these. My intention is to put an upsweep exhaust and shinko dual sport tires. I would really like to find a silver tank and fenders.

Does anyone know the larges shinko 241's that will fit ? 2.5, 2.75, or 3.0 Thanks, Chris

[Shmerlin]

Originally Posted by Kags1969

So I dropped an order for one of these. My intention is to put an upsweep exhaust and shinko dual sport tires. I would really like to find a silver tank and fenders.

Does anyone know the larges shinko 241's that will fit ? 2.5, 2.75, or 3.0 Thanks, Chris

I put these on my 125, ordered from amazon.

Shinko SR241 Trials Tire (2.50-17 38L) front tire

Shinko SR241 Trials Tire (2.75-17 47J) rear tire.

[TominMO]

Originally Posted by Kags1969

So I dropped an order for one of these. My intention is to put an upsweep exhaust and shinko dual sport tires. I would really like to find a silver tank and fenders.

Does anyone know the larges shinko 241's that will fit ? 2.5, 2.75, or 3.0 Thanks, Chris

When you get the bike, take a look at what tire sizes are on there. The rear should be no problem for a 3.0". The front will probably be an issue due to the fender mount bolts. I'm thinking 2.5" or 2.75" will be the largest you could go on the front. If you went with a high-mount fender, you might be able to do a 3.0" on the front.

For an upswept exhaust, probably the CT90 would work. A simple mending plate from the hardware store would make a good bracket. This muffler would be a little restrictive for a 125, but you could drill a few holes in the end to open it up a bit. I'd do one hole at a time and check power and noise, then decide if you want to drill the next hole. Small holes can be plugged with a stainless steel sheet metal screw, if you decide you went too far.
A mending plate: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-3-i...3-Pack/3478207

You may also want to look into swapping in a used CL70 swingarm from eBay, as I keep hearing about the swingarms on these breaking very quickly. I'm guessing/hoping that would work.

A CT90 swingarm might work too; I will go measure mine right now to let you know the dimensions.
220mm.....width at swingarm pivot; this is the most critical dimension
192mm.....width at rear axle
395 mm.....length from middle of swingarm pivot bolt to rear of chain adjustment slot

Go over everything on the bike, esp. checking tightness of fasteners and trueness of the wheels.



Thinking of picking one up myself, for the tinkering challenge..... 8-)

[Fumblecopter]

Anyone actually get one of these registered in Minnesota?

[Michiganboomcatter]

Has anyone upgraded rear shocks yet? I've seen a couple of videos on youtube with upgraded shocks but haven't been able to track a link. One of the guys on youtube said that he put a kymco spade shock on it. Not sure if it's from the 150cc bike.

[JimmyLocksmith]

I have my eye on this one just want to hear from others about their experience with one

[JimmyLocksmith]

Went with the Xpro X25 125cc Cafe Racer or Bd125-2 Boomcat or Venom Bobber whatever they wanna call it lol.
It's actually titled as a Jiangsu Baodiao Bd125-2

Got it from PowersportsMax.
Ordered on Thursday, 4/20, arrived on Tuesday 4/25, put it together in a few hours by myself. Bill of sale arrived Thursday 4/27, went to DMV Express to get it registered and that cost $250

Did get insurance on it for a whopping $4/mth from State Farm!!

Took it around the neighborhood.
Won't run with stock carb without chock!
I like the style and looks but I do notice the front suspension does not feel like it has correct fluid as it bounces all over the place and I didn't feel comfortable going over 35 mph

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by JimmyLocksmith

Went with the Xpro X25 125cc Cafe Racer or Bd125-2 Boomcat or Venom Bobber whatever they wanna call it lol.
It's actually titled as a Jiangsu Baodiao Bd125-2

Got it from PowersportsMax.
Ordered on Thursday, 4/20, arrived on Tuesday 4/25, put it together in a few hours by myself. Bill of sale arrived Thursday 4/27, went to DMV Express to get it registered and that cost $250

Did get insurance on it for a whopping $4/mth from State Farm!!

Took it around the neighborhood.
Won't run with stock carb without chock!
I like the style and looks but I do notice the front suspension does not feel like it has correct fluid as it bounces all over the place and I didn't feel comfortable going over 35 mph

Good deal. I do think you would of been happier if you would of came by and tried out my Hawk. Just saying. lol