Lifan 310V

**JerryHawk250** · 02-22-2023, 12:50 PM

I got this yesterday from American Lifan. This is there next bike coming to the US. I don't speak a word of Chinese so don't ask me what these guys is saying. lol The engine is a 304cc V-twin with 4 valve per cylinder. puts out about 32 HP .
Definitely has some nice features.

IdahoRider · 02-22-2023, 01:35 PM

Looks like a baby Goldwing

herbie · 02-23-2023, 05:56 PM

Beautiful looking bike, it does look like a baby Goldwing. Lots of goodies and even a power windscreen, pretty impressive. 300cc is kind of a small engine but who knows with that 4 valve head it may move pretty good. Time will tell I guess.

**JerryHawk250** · 02-23-2023, 06:08 PM

Top speed claims 90-95 mph. Good enough for a commuter and light highway rides.

Falkon45 · 02-24-2023, 10:23 AM

That is interesting. 500cc would have been a better choice, in my opinion, but it is pretty cool.

**JerryHawk250** · 02-24-2023, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Falkon45

That is interesting. 500cc would have been a better choice, in my opinion, but it is pretty cool.

They do have a 600cc v-Twin that will be coming but will be about 2 years before the US will see them.

4T_Goblin · 02-24-2023, 10:51 AM

This bike has a nice appearance and looks like it's meant for the city, as are all the China bikes. This is a show piece and I can see why they made it 300cc. Really don't need much in the city

**JerryHawk250** · 02-24-2023, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by 4T_Goblin

This bike has a nice appearance and looks like it's meant for the city, as are all the China bikes. This is a show piece and I can see why they made it 300cc. Really don't need much in the city

The bike is more than capable for highway use. It weighs 491lbs which is very close to the same as my Vulcan S @ 500lbs so won't get blown around easily. I've taken the Vulcan on long rides on the interstate. Top speed are 90-95 mph so cruising 70-75 mph shouldn't be an issue. HP wise it has 32HP which is more than the Honda Rebel 300@25HP. I think it will be a good commuter bike that will be fine for mixed city and highway.

Wild Dog · 02-24-2023, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 4T_Goblin

This bike has a nice appearance and looks like it's meant for the city, as are all the China bikes. This is a show piece and I can see why they made it 300cc. Really don't need much in the city

Most China's bikes can be used on highways or anywhere you want and they can take the abuse.

32hp is more than enough for long travel. Of course don't expect to be the fastest kid around because that won't be the case.

If Lifan is serious about selling motorcycles in the US, what they need to do is to end the debate for once.

Hire a rider, make him rider from Miami to Los Angeles.

herbie · 02-24-2023, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Dog

If Lifan is serious about selling motorcycles in the US, what they need to do is to end the debate for once.

Hire a rider, make him rider from Miami to Los Angeles.

When do I start?

4T_Goblin · 02-24-2023, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

The bike is more than capable for highway use. It weighs 491lbs which is very close to the same as my Vulcan S @ 500lbs so won't get blown around easily. I've taken the Vulcan on long rides on the interstate. Top speed are 90-95 mph so cruising 70-75 mph shouldn't be an issue. HP wise it has 32HP which is more than the Honda Rebel 300@25HP. I think it will be a good commuter bike that will be fine for mixed city and highway.

I'm not saying it's not capable I'm saying that with a 300 it's better suited for urban jaunt and less long highway rides. That Vulcan s is a 650? This is a 300, not the same

4T_Goblin · 02-24-2023, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Dog

Most China's bikes can be used on highways or anywhere you want and they can take the abuse.

32hp is more than enough for long travel. Of course don't expect to be the fastest kid around because that won't be the case.

If Lifan is serious about selling motorcycles in the US, what they need to do is to end the debate for once.

Hire a rider, make him rider from Miami to Los Angeles.

Yes they can be but that's not good enough for should be

**JerryHawk250** · 02-24-2023, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Wild Dog

Most China's bikes can be used on highways or anywhere you want and they can take the abuse.

32hp is more than enough for long travel. Of course don't expect to be the fastest kid around because that won't be the case.

If Lifan is serious about selling motorcycles in the US, what they need to do is to end the debate for once.

Hire a rider, make him rider from Miami to Los Angeles.

I'll volunteer But won't go near LA. lol Maybe Oregon or Washington.

Can't afford California gas prices. lol

**JerryHawk250** · 02-24-2023, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 4T_Goblin

I'm not saying it's not capable I'm saying that with a 300 it's better suited for urban jaunt and less long highway rides. That Vulcan s is a 650? This is a 300, not the same

I think you missed the comparison. I'm comparing weight and speed capability. Will the 300 do 120+ mph? No. Can the 300 maintain 70-75 mph for long periods? Yes. The 310V has enough weight that it won't get blown around which is close to my Vulcan. The Rebel 300 only weighs 364lbs which I think would be on light side for the interstate.

I would have no problem riding and being comfortable riding long periods on the interstate with the 310V.

Tell Miss Itchy Boots that her 300cc bike was too small to take around the world.

4T_Goblin · 02-24-2023, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

I think you missed the comparison. I'm comparing weight and speed capability. Will the 300 do 120+ mph? No. Can the 300 maintain 70-75 mph for long periods? Yes. The 310V has enough weight that it won't get blown around which is close to my Vulcan. The Rebel 300 only weighs 364lbs which I think would be on light side for the interstate.

I would have no problem riding and being comfortable riding long periods on the interstate with the 310V.

Tell Miss Itchy Boots that her 300cc bike was too small to take around the world.

I see your point about weight.

I still don't think the 310v will be used much on the highway for long rides. But that's just speculation

Again, no, I am not saying that a 300 cannot. I'm saying most people will not because they will be feeling wanting more. She went round the world on a 300, people have gone around the world on less. Not saying can't.

Let's see though because I like how this bike looks

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JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,726	Top speed claims 90-95 mph. Good enough for a commuter and light highway rides. __________________ 2024 Linhai 300 ATV 4x4 2023 Lifan Lycan 250 Chopper 2023 Venom Evader 2022 Lifan KPX250 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S (Sold) 2004 Honda ST 1300 2016 Black Hawk 250 (sold) Keihin PE30 carb,125 main,38 slow.Pod filter,ported & decked head 10:1 CR,Direct Ignition Coil,15/40Sprockets,NGK DPR8EIX-9,De-Cat,Dual Oil Cooler,Digital Cluster 2016 Cazador180 XL 2014 Coolster150 JerryHawk250.com My YouTube Channel
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