06-21-2015, 04:17 PM | #1 |
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newb with questions about Bashan Storm BS200GY18
So, though I've been riding scoots and motorcycles for 5 years I've never dealt with a Chinese bike and want to learn as much as possible before getting one. I know that a lot of these bikes are basically copies of Japanese bikes that Chinese manufacturers make parts for and I was wondering if the same was true of the Bashan Storm 200 that I've been looking at. I'm no expert but it sort of looks like a Honda XR and I guess I was wondering how close the similarities get? Do they use the same frame? Are the parts enterchangeable? If so, how enterchangeable?
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06-21-2015, 10:32 PM | #2 |
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Here's a link to the dealership where I'm looking at getting it from. The price seems a bit steep for a chinese bike but I've noticed that to be a trend with all bikes in this area.
http://www.scootsnola.com/off-roads/ |
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06-21-2015, 10:56 PM | #3 | |
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06-21-2015, 11:56 PM | #4 |
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Those prices are a little high unless they offer additional in shop warranty and excellent service.
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06-22-2015, 09:47 AM | #5 |
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That's what I was thinking too, adjuster. It doesn't help tho that here in New Orleans the prices on EVERYTHING seem to be higher; the major bike brands cost more than they did in Colorado, and everythin on craigslist is way more than I would pay for it.
So, while that is more than I would hope to pay for a chinabike, (as Carangajeira pointed out) it is still the cheepest bike in town. The main reason I'm asking all these questions is that, though I want a bike that runs and can get me around, i'm also looking for something I can get a bit creative with and do a bit of an old school cafe job on. I'd prefer one of the old 70's Japanese streetbikes that are traditionally used, but those don't seem to be in high supply around here (all hogs and crotch rockets) and as I pouted out, even when I find them prices are prohibitive. However, I figured enduro seem to have a classic frame, and China bikes would be an afordable way to get something that already runa so I can focus on the styling. To give in idea, this is the type of project I'm thinking of; http://i.ytimg.com/vi/c5LktGzgbLg/0.jpg https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...c61ccc9c87.jpg https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...413dc6cc20.jpg |
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06-22-2015, 09:55 AM | #6 |
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See if this place has them in stock for delivery right to your front door.
http://www.killermotorsports.com/Rok...-db-08-200.htm / |
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06-22-2015, 09:56 AM | #7 |
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Those cafe bikes you linked to are very cool.
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If you want to stick with the forks and monoshock for a café project, a Honda clone China bike would be a good fit.
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06-22-2015, 02:08 PM | #11 |
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As usual, Weldangrind and Adjuster have given you excellent advice. If you have time, please post a link to your thread, Weld. I searched, but could not find it.
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Also, how do you straighten out the frame under the seat? I'm prepared for easy stuff like yanking one tank off and slapping a new one on, but that looks like something outside my technical knowhow. |
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06-22-2015, 11:07 PM | #14 |
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It depends on the specific frame you're working with. My Roketa (which is just like a Shineray and others) had an identical head tube, so I was able to take all of the steering parts from the Honda and transplant them onto the Roketa. The engine and swingarm fall into place. As with any café or special, all of the unnecessary tabs have been removed, and efforts will be made to minimize the overall look.
To flatten out the rear hoop, just cut, chop, weld and grind. It's just that easy. I recommend that you pour over the café and special builds at www.dotheton.com. You'll learn a ton. Maybe I'll see you over there.
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