Hello & informal poll

Gritty · 07-02-2020, 08:51 PM

Hey guys. Been lurking around a while and really enjoying the content.

I’m a new rider in my mid 40s, and have been doing a ton of research all over the world wide webs. After a regrettable false start with a very old CB I’m looking to get my first (running) bike.

I’ve read a bunch of reviews and watched the videos I can find, but just really figured a community like this would be great place to get direct feedback. So...

CSC SG250 or Lifan KPM200 - feel free to just leave a vote, or if you’re willing to take the time vote and tell me your reasoning. I really dig them both, the difference all in is just 2 or 3 hundred so which way would you go?

Thanks for having me aboard!

Emerikol · 07-02-2020, 10:12 PM

Welcome to the forum! I'm a big fan of the San Gabriel. I'm thinking about picking one up as the next bike that gets added to the stable. I really like the styling, and from all accounts, CSC is super to deal with. Really top notch customer care. They're also not that far from Phoenix, so I may make a weekend trip out there once things get mostly back to normal. That's my two cents' worth. Hope it helps.

culcune · 07-02-2020, 10:48 PM

I know CSC is a top notch operation; you cannot go wrong with the SG250. That being said, I voted for the KPM200. Will get you to 75 mph, or a few more mph. The SG250 might hit 70 mph.

**JerryHawk250** · 07-03-2020, 07:39 AM

Welcome aboard!

KPM200

Gritty · 07-03-2020, 08:19 AM

Thank you guys for the kind welcome!

So far it looks like the forum is right where I’m at 50/50!

Both bikes are currently back ordered, so I guess I have time to await a tie breaker and to keep refreshing Craigslist and FB marketplace for that elusive perfect used bike ��

Thanks again!

**JerryHawk250** · 07-03-2020, 10:03 AM

Check with Venom. Looks like they have them in stock. https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...31395903701094

View Poll Results: First Bike?
SG250	4	57.14%
KPM200	3	42.86%
No there both a big mistake!	0	0%
Voters: 7. You may not vote on this poll

07-02-2020, 08:51 PM	#1
Gritty Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Philly Posts: 3	Hello & informal poll Hey guys. Been lurking around a while and really enjoying the content. I’m a new rider in my mid 40s, and have been doing a ton of research all over the world wide webs. After a regrettable false start with a very old CB I’m looking to get my first (running) bike. I’ve read a bunch of reviews and watched the videos I can find, but just really figured a community like this would be great place to get direct feedback. So... CSC SG250 or Lifan KPM200 - feel free to just leave a vote, or if you’re willing to take the time vote and tell me your reasoning. I really dig them both, the difference all in is just 2 or 3 hundred so which way would you go? Thanks for having me aboard!
	2

07-02-2020, 10:12 PM	#2
Emerikol Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Carrollton, GA Posts: 1,467	Welcome to the forum! I'm a big fan of the San Gabriel. I'm thinking about picking one up as the next bike that gets added to the stable. I really like the styling, and from all accounts, CSC is super to deal with. Really top notch customer care. They're also not that far from Phoenix, so I may make a weekend trip out there once things get mostly back to normal. That's my two cents' worth. Hope it helps. __________________ First Rule of Aviation: -Never Pass Up The Opportunity to Pee I was struggling to get my wife's attention; I sat down on the couch and looked comfortable. That did the trick! My wife says I only have two faults. I don't listen and something else... If at first you don't succeed, try doing it the way I told you to... The Stable: 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 - SOLD 2015 Suzuki DR 650 2015 RPS Hawk 250 - SOLD 2016 Ural Gear Up
	1

07-02-2020, 10:48 PM	#3
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,056	I know CSC is a top notch operation; you cannot go wrong with the SG250. That being said, I voted for the KPM200. Will get you to 75 mph, or a few more mph. The SG250 might hit 70 mph. __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
	1

07-03-2020, 07:39 AM	#4
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,713	Welcome aboard! KPM200 __________________ 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
	1

07-03-2020, 08:19 AM	#5
Gritty Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Philly Posts: 3	Thank you guys for the kind welcome! So far it looks like the forum is right where I’m at 50/50! Both bikes are currently back ordered, so I guess I have time to await a tie breaker and to keep refreshing Craigslist and FB marketplace for that elusive perfect used bike �� Thanks again!
	1

07-03-2020, 10:03 AM	#6
JerryHawk250 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Houma, La. Posts: 11,713	Check with Venom. Looks like they have them in stock. https://www.venommotorsportsusa.com/...31395903701094 __________________ 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
	0