RXE 250 on powersportsmax

Zapkin · 10-31-2023, 06:56 PM

Look what they have: https://www.powersportsmax.com/produ...ducts_id/25729

the description says it has a Zongshen engine. So, is that engine likely superior to the Hawk engines? also, why is this bike so much cheaper than a hawk?

Thumper · 10-31-2023, 07:47 PM

A Hawk clone? Sure is low priced.

Zapkin · 10-31-2023, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Thumper

A Hawk clone? Sure is low priced.

comes with a rack on the back and that seat looks a little less humpy.

XLsior · 10-31-2023, 09:05 PM

Something looks off with that engine, I'm wondering if its another example of a 200cc with 250cc lipstick...

Thumper · 10-31-2023, 09:11 PM

Website shows 229cc. It is another CG clone. Actually, it looks a whole lot like the Storm, but with standard front forks (not inverted).

Zapkin · 10-31-2023, 09:33 PM

Aren't Zongshen engines revered around these parts? I definitely like those graphics!

XLsior · 10-31-2023, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Thumper

Website shows 229cc. It is another CG clone. Actually, it looks a whole lot like the Storm, but with standard front forks (not inverted).

There's been an example of a hawk 250 DLX with a 64mm piston and 15mm wrist pin...also a 229cc on paper...

Im looking at those stock photos and the jug looks proportionally small compared to the head and the case....

Zapkin · 10-31-2023, 10:40 PM

Now look how similar to the raven it is.

XLsior · 11-01-2023, 01:37 AM

"bold new graphics"

DSAdventures · 11-13-2023, 03:35 AM

I compared pictures of the RXE, Raven and Hawk. RXE and Raven share similar foot peg welds to the frame, rear caliper bracket, chain guide, rear fender and engine. However side body panels seem different. All those similarities between the RXE and Raven are differences compared to the Hawk.

I don't get the pricing because it seems a tiny bit more feature rich compare to the Hawk given the RXE has an adjustable rear shock, rack and Zongshen engine. Speedo pic shows KM as primary legend vs MPH, not handy for those of us living in MPH land.

Anyone have more info?

Thumper · 11-13-2023, 10:53 AM

This RXE is a dual sport frame/seating position like Hawk, Raven, and Storm. It is a nice deal at $1,199 plus $300 shipping. That's $1500. The front end seems to be the weakest feature with standard forks and a single piston caliper.

But they also sell the base Templar for just $200 more. It has the 20 hp true 250cc overhead cam engine, the inverted front forks and dual piston calipers.

Both of these are super deals. Choose dual sport or enduro frame.

DSAdventures · 11-14-2023, 04:08 PM

I did a little more digging around and as noted below it just seems to be X-Pros flavor of a Raven. I do wonder if there is a material difference in any of the frame welds between a Hawk and Raven such as how the foot pegs are welded on.

Well they must have heard us talking because the price went up $50 to $1,250. I think the Templar X is also up $50 or so from where it was a few weeks back. I imagine a collection of bikes will come back down next week.

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Zapkin Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Ohio Valley Posts: 745	RXE 250 on powersportsmax Look what they have: https://www.powersportsmax.com/produ...ducts_id/25729 the description says it has a Zongshen engine. So, is that engine likely superior to the Hawk engines? also, why is this bike so much cheaper than a hawk? Attached Thumbnails __________________ 2022 Hawk 250
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10-31-2023, 07:47 PM	#2
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,763	A Hawk clone? Sure is low priced. __________________ No matter where you go, there you are
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10-31-2023, 09:11 PM	#5
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,763	Website shows 229cc. It is another CG clone. Actually, it looks a whole lot like the Storm, but with standard front forks (not inverted). __________________ No matter where you go, there you are
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10-31-2023, 09:33 PM	#6
Zapkin Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Ohio Valley Posts: 745	Aren't Zongshen engines revered around these parts? I definitely like those graphics! __________________ 2022 Hawk 250
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10-31-2023, 10:40 PM	#8
Zapkin Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Ohio Valley Posts: 745	Now look how similar to the raven it is. __________________ 2022 Hawk 250
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10-31-2023, 09:05 PM	#4
XLsior Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Australia Posts: 1,453	Something looks off with that engine, I'm wondering if its another example of a 200cc with 250cc lipstick...
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11-01-2023, 01:37 AM	#9
XLsior Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Australia Posts: 1,453	"bold new graphics"
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11-13-2023, 03:35 AM	#10
DSAdventures Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Seattle Posts: 32	I compared pictures of the RXE, Raven and Hawk. RXE and Raven share similar foot peg welds to the frame, rear caliper bracket, chain guide, rear fender and engine. However side body panels seem different. All those similarities between the RXE and Raven are differences compared to the Hawk. I don't get the pricing because it seems a tiny bit more feature rich compare to the Hawk given the RXE has an adjustable rear shock, rack and Zongshen engine. Speedo pic shows KM as primary legend vs MPH, not handy for those of us living in MPH land. Anyone have more info?
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11-13-2023, 10:53 AM	#11
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,763	This RXE is a dual sport frame/seating position like Hawk, Raven, and Storm. It is a nice deal at $1,199 plus $300 shipping. That's $1500. The front end seems to be the weakest feature with standard forks and a single piston caliper. But they also sell the base Templar for just $200 more. It has the 20 hp true 250cc overhead cam engine, the inverted front forks and dual piston calipers. Both of these are super deals. Choose dual sport or enduro frame. __________________ No matter where you go, there you are
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11-14-2023, 04:08 PM	#12
DSAdventures Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Seattle Posts: 32	I did a little more digging around and as noted below it just seems to be X-Pros flavor of a Raven. I do wonder if there is a material difference in any of the frame welds between a Hawk and Raven such as how the foot pegs are welded on. Well they must have heard us talking because the price went up $50 to $1,250. I think the Templar X is also up $50 or so from where it was a few weeks back. I imagine a collection of bikes will come back down next week.
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