Videos of my Bashan storm 250 - ready for the road trip

Evelyn · 04-03-2016, 02:09 AM

Hi everyone

here are some videos i made today, after running around like crazy getting everything ready while working full time... so i had about an hour of daylight to make you these videos showing the bike.. what i modified on it.. and for who ever is interested also what i packed for the 1-2 month road trip im starting tomorrow morning...
have fun

part 1 packing:
part 2 packing:

Good night

dossbag · 04-03-2016, 02:14 AM

Good luck Eve.. have a great trip, and whatever happens, I know you will grow from the experience.

x - BE SAFE! Jeff and Lisa - x

culcune · 04-03-2016, 02:26 AM

I have never taken a long trip, but my guess is, as long as it doesn't slow you down, or fall off, whatever you pack that stays on the bike should be okay.

Ron B · 04-03-2016, 07:47 AM

have a good trip girl...BE SAFE ! post when u can during your trip.

SpudRider · 04-03-2016, 11:10 AM

Thanks for posting the nice videos, Evelyn. I hope you have a wonderful and safe trip.

SpudRider · 04-03-2016, 11:18 AM

Please consider posting an updated ride report every few days in our Ride Reports Forum. We would love to follow your progress as you ride to New York, and view photos from the places you visit along the way.

http://www.chinariders.net/forumdisplay.php?f=113

Also, if you have mechanical troubles, or problems of any other kind, we will be available to help you.

If you are travelling near the home towns of other China Riders, I am sure they will be happy to meet you, and offer assistance, or advice.

Azhule · 04-03-2016, 11:34 AM

I'm in the Fort Collins CO / Cheyenne Wyoming area, if you pass near those areas and need anything, I will gladly help out if I can

Have a safe trip

SeerAtlas · 04-03-2016, 12:55 PM

what a cute accent

good luck and one thing, make a habit-every morning before start out for the day, walk very slowly around the bike looking for anything "not right", like a pre-flight inspection every pilot is trained to do. good habit to develop when its YOUR fanny on the line. check your gas level, by eye. get a little "touchy-feely" with the security of your packed items, make sure your tiedowns are secure and not going to fall into the spokes (RUN YOUR FINGERS ACROSS THOSE TOO)if they come loose, check the tension and spray lube the chain ( the dupont stuff at walmart is the best i've found in 50 years or so, and cheap

it will keep your chain stretch to a minimum.
look underneath, make sure you are not leaking anything and that the tires aren't sagging from lack of air pressure,, while the bike is warming up listen carefully for any new sounds not there before, finger check the tightness of the axle, brake and foot peg bolts.
finally,
climb on and enjoy our country

i will assume some one has set the rear shock preload for your loaded weight.

if not, the first big road bump at speed might hurt a bit

SeerAtlas · 04-03-2016, 01:08 PM

one other comment having watched your packing videos. the various value meals/items you can find on the menus at nation wide places like burger king , wendys, mcdonalds, etc. are often cheaper than anything you can prepare yourself (except instant oatmeal etc.

and a LOT easier on your bike's weight. lol. as for availability, hard Not to run into these type of places across the us.

eco4arcs · 04-03-2016, 01:41 PM

Safe journey to you Evelyn.
We admir e your chutzpah.

your story and the ridereport from 'oldnweed' on advrider are inspirational.

talking about your stories has actually captured my wife's interest in learning to ride and
Since i have two hawks in the nest yiu can bet i am hopeful.

anyway we have four bedrooms and its just the two of us and our bossy cats.
if you are coming through washington Dc and need a place to rest up and do any maintenance Pm me. Of course youll have to share stories and pics in exchange : )

pistolclass · 04-03-2016, 09:12 PM

Good luck and safe travels.

"No matter what happens, travel gives stories to tell" so don't forget to give us updates, we will be looking for them daily.

mq1991 · 04-04-2016, 12:33 AM

Have a safe trip! Hope everything works well for you. I wish I could take a trip like that!

Like Spud said, If your passing by any of our locations and need anything let us know!

Im very eager to hear about your travels along the way, be sure to post when you can.

Good luck! Hope the Storm proves itself.

Wolftrax · 04-04-2016, 06:31 AM

You certainly are loaded for bear. Reminds me a bit of my first overland trip. I came home with half of what I started with. That's beside the point, enjoy your trip and travel safely.You are one of the few China bike overlanders, I look forward to hearing more about your adventure.

2LZ · 04-04-2016, 12:05 PM

Very inspirational! Please have an awesome and safe trip, Evelyn and please stay in touch...and dossbag, you seem one heck of a friend. More folks need close friends such as yourself. The world would be a better place!

Mag00 · 04-04-2016, 03:08 PM

Best Wishes Evelyn.

As mentioned about doing a walk-a-round, and as a fellow Bashan Storm Owner, I would like you to pay particular attention to the luggage rack. Looks like you have a fairly good load on the rack and I have seen better built racks fail on dirt/bumpy roads. The cracks will start forming at the welds right by the seat/grab handle connection.

I just looked at mine and I think if you were to wedge a piece of that polystyrene foam under the rack, just above the tail and turn, (about 3/4 material) the vibrations would be lessened. The subframe of the motorcycle goes back to the turn signal mounting. Use some soft material to protect the paint. You don't want so much tension that it buckles the fender, but enough to help muffle the vibrations at the back end.

You are welcome to stop by if you pass Tucson. Summer gets really hot out here. Just give me a heads up if possible.

BTW, your bike looks amazing.

Happy Trails, take lots of pictures

04-03-2016, 02:09 AM	#1
Evelyn Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 23	Videos of my Bashan storm 250 - ready for the road trip Hi everyone here are some videos i made today, after running around like crazy getting everything ready while working full time... so i had about an hour of daylight to make you these videos showing the bike.. what i modified on it.. and for who ever is interested also what i packed for the 1-2 month road trip im starting tomorrow morning... have fun part 1 packing: part 2 packing: Good night
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04-03-2016, 02:14 AM	#2
dossbag Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Michigan Posts: 162	Good luck Eve.. have a great trip, and whatever happens, I know you will grow from the experience. x - BE SAFE! Jeff and Lisa - x __________________ 2014 Bashan Storm 250 Enduro 1998 Harley Davidson Fat Boy 1993 Suzuki GSX600F - Rebuilt 1995 Harley Davidson Chopper build from ground up. 1983 Yamaha XJ900 REBUILT! 1971 Triumph Daytona 500 - Restored 1987 Yamaha FJ1200
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04-03-2016, 02:26 AM	#3
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	I have never taken a long trip, but my guess is, as long as it doesn't slow you down, or fall off, whatever you pack that stays on the bike should be okay. __________________ "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
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04-03-2016, 11:10 AM	#5
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for posting the nice videos, Evelyn. I hope you have a wonderful and safe trip. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-03-2016, 11:18 AM	#6
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Please consider posting an updated ride report every few days in our Ride Reports Forum. We would love to follow your progress as you ride to New York, and view photos from the places you visit along the way. http://www.chinariders.net/forumdisplay.php?f=113 Also, if you have mechanical troubles, or problems of any other kind, we will be available to help you. If you are travelling near the home towns of other China Riders, I am sure they will be happy to meet you, and offer assistance, or advice. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894 Last edited by SpudRider; 04-03-2016 at 12:10 PM.
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04-03-2016, 07:47 AM	#4
Ron B Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Tuscaloosa Al. Posts: 433	have a good trip girl...BE SAFE ! post when u can during your trip.
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04-03-2016, 11:34 AM	#7
Azhule Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CO Posts: 1,525	I'm in the Fort Collins CO / Cheyenne Wyoming area, if you pass near those areas and need anything, I will gladly help out if I can Have a safe trip __________________ "Think as you like... but this self proclaimed Professor is always right" - Buckshot "You never know what someone is hiding beneath their smile..." - NinjaTom - R.I.P.
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04-03-2016, 12:55 PM	#8
SeerAtlas Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 770	what a cute accent good luck and one thing, make a habit-every morning before start out for the day, walk very slowly around the bike looking for anything "not right", like a pre-flight inspection every pilot is trained to do. good habit to develop when its YOUR fanny on the line. check your gas level, by eye. get a little "touchy-feely" with the security of your packed items, make sure your tiedowns are secure and not going to fall into the spokes (RUN YOUR FINGERS ACROSS THOSE TOO)if they come loose, check the tension and spray lube the chain ( the dupont stuff at walmart is the best i've found in 50 years or so, and cheap it will keep your chain stretch to a minimum. look underneath, make sure you are not leaking anything and that the tires aren't sagging from lack of air pressure,, while the bike is warming up listen carefully for any new sounds not there before, finger check the tightness of the axle, brake and foot peg bolts. finally, climb on and enjoy our country i will assume some one has set the rear shock preload for your loaded weight. if not, the first big road bump at speed might hurt a bit __________________ Seer's First LAW-"FLY THE PLANE!", fail that, and nothing else matters. 12th Law- Consider what marvels you might do if only you had tomorrow to live over again. Third Law-When someone tells you some thing "Can't Be Done", what they're really saying is They can't do it!!14th Law-Just because something "IS", doesn't necessarily mean it SHOULD be.. Eighth Law-The only true personal security is anonymity.Ninth Law-Humans tend to learn very little when speaking.10th Law-Some lives ARE worth taking
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04-03-2016, 01:08 PM	#9
SeerAtlas Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 770	one other comment having watched your packing videos. the various value meals/items you can find on the menus at nation wide places like burger king , wendys, mcdonalds, etc. are often cheaper than anything you can prepare yourself (except instant oatmeal etc. and a LOT easier on your bike's weight. lol. as for availability, hard Not to run into these type of places across the us. __________________ Seer's First LAW-"FLY THE PLANE!", fail that, and nothing else matters. 12th Law- Consider what marvels you might do if only you had tomorrow to live over again. Third Law-When someone tells you some thing "Can't Be Done", what they're really saying is They can't do it!!14th Law-Just because something "IS", doesn't necessarily mean it SHOULD be.. Eighth Law-The only true personal security is anonymity.Ninth Law-Humans tend to learn very little when speaking.10th Law-Some lives ARE worth taking
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04-03-2016, 01:41 PM	#10
eco4arcs Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: MD/DC/NoVA Posts: 47	Safe journey to you Evelyn. We admir e your chutzpah. your story and the ridereport from 'oldnweed' on advrider are inspirational. talking about your stories has actually captured my wife's interest in learning to ride and Since i have two hawks in the nest yiu can bet i am hopeful. anyway we have four bedrooms and its just the two of us and our bossy cats. if you are coming through washington Dc and need a place to rest up and do any maintenance Pm me. Of course youll have to share stories and pics in exchange : )
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04-03-2016, 09:12 PM	#11
pistolclass Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: connecticut Posts: 978	Good luck and safe travels. "No matter what happens, travel gives stories to tell" so don't forget to give us updates, we will be looking for them daily.
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04-04-2016, 12:33 AM	#12
mq1991 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Gurnee, Illinois Posts: 277	Have a safe trip! Hope everything works well for you. I wish I could take a trip like that! Like Spud said, If your passing by any of our locations and need anything let us know! Im very eager to hear about your travels along the way, be sure to post when you can. Good luck! Hope the Storm proves itself.
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04-04-2016, 06:31 AM	#13
Wolftrax Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mtns Ga Posts: 437	You certainly are loaded for bear. Reminds me a bit of my first overland trip. I came home with half of what I started with. That's beside the point, enjoy your trip and travel safely.You are one of the few China bike overlanders, I look forward to hearing more about your adventure. __________________ Mark 2015 Haosen Hawk 250 2014 CRF250L 2014 CB500X Rally Raid
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04-04-2016, 12:05 PM	#14
2LZ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Volcano, Ca Posts: 7,102	Very inspirational! Please have an awesome and safe trip, Evelyn and please stay in touch...and dossbag, you seem one heck of a friend. More folks need close friends such as yourself. The world would be a better place! __________________ "Light a fire for a man, and you heat him for a day. Light a man on fire, and you heat him for the rest of his life." 2007 Suzuki DRZ400S (SM convert) 2009 Q Link XP 200 1967 BSA B25 250cc Starfire 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 1948 Royal Enfield Model G 350
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04-04-2016, 03:08 PM	#15
Mag00 Join Date: Apr 2015 Posts: 192	Best Wishes Evelyn. As mentioned about doing a walk-a-round, and as a fellow Bashan Storm Owner, I would like you to pay particular attention to the luggage rack. Looks like you have a fairly good load on the rack and I have seen better built racks fail on dirt/bumpy roads. The cracks will start forming at the welds right by the seat/grab handle connection. I just looked at mine and I think if you were to wedge a piece of that polystyrene foam under the rack, just above the tail and turn, (about 3/4 material) the vibrations would be lessened. The subframe of the motorcycle goes back to the turn signal mounting. Use some soft material to protect the paint. You don't want so much tension that it buckles the fender, but enough to help muffle the vibrations at the back end. You are welcome to stop by if you pass Tucson. Summer gets really hot out here. Just give me a heads up if possible. BTW, your bike looks amazing. Happy Trails, take lots of pictures __________________ Bashan 250 Storm Husqvarna TR650 Honda Metropolitan Be a Piggy!
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