Tank Khaos 350

SpeedSouth · 05-01-2009, 01:35 AM

I just stumbled on to this page and thought I'd share...

http://www.extrememotorsales.com/Tan...Motorcycle.htm

I'm not fan of Tank, even though I don't have any first-hand experience myself. I do think that's a pretty good looking bike and a welcome addition to the 'middleweight' market.

Your thoughts? 8)

Qingdao · 05-01-2009, 02:38 AM

3200 isn't bad, but seriously I have heard bad things about Tank (enough to keep me 50 feet back).

I would rather that "spark" 500cc thumper.

SpeedSouth · 05-01-2009, 06:47 PM

I agree, the Tank name gives more cause for concern than confidence. The page does say that this 350 is built by National Motors though, and Tank is simply the exclusive distributor of their (Xi branded) products in the US.

It would be interesting to know the reputation of National Motors. If it's not likely to need much support from Tank (which is where Tank seems to fall really short) then it might not be such a gamble.

Time will tell, I guess.

Dragon · 05-01-2009, 10:15 PM

Looks like it's based on the LF200B

forchetto · 05-01-2009, 11:41 PM

The engine seems to be like a Suzuki GN350 or GN400 of the mid 80's. The frame, or what can be seen of it, also appears to be Suzuki inspired, from the GS500. Looks good so far.

SpudRider · 05-02-2009, 02:28 AM

That is a very interesting motorcycle! This bike is manufactured in Taiwan, just like my 2007 Arctic Cat 250 Utility ATV. I am very pleased with the quality of my new "Cat," so I know that some exceptional products come from Taiwan.

However, I think that $3,300 is too high an asking price for that motorcycle.

Spud

katoranger · 05-02-2009, 03:59 PM

Doesn't look too bad. Maybe someone will take plunge.

Allen

SpeedSouth · 05-02-2009, 04:09 PM

I think I remember reading (or hearing) the Ninja 250 is also built in Taiwan.

Considering this bike isn't being built in China, I guess I put the thread in the wrong forum.
Sorry about that. :oops:
A mod may want to move this to the correct location.

SpudRider · 05-02-2009, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedSouth

I think I remember reading (or hearing) the Ninja 250 is also built in Taiwan.

Considering this bike isn't being built in China, I guess I put the thread in the wrong forum.
Sorry about that. :oops:
A mod may want to move this to the correct location.

No problema, SS.

After all, this motorcycle is being marketed by Tank.

I had to read the fine print to discover this bike was being manufactured in Taiwan. Also, the people in Taiwan are certainly Chinese!

Thank you for alerting us to this interesting motorcycle.

Spud

forchetto · 05-03-2009, 02:19 AM

I am considering adding another bike to my stable to combat a galloping mid-life crisis. As I approach my dead-by date I feel I ought to make the BIG TRIP on something decent rather than appear at the gates of wherever I'm going in a bargain basement Chinese bike.

One of the bikes I'm considering is a Triumph Bonneville SE, a classic, manly and butch, all-British bike. When I looked at it closer I discover this paragon of European Iron is made in...Thailand...yes, really.

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SpeedSouth Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 710	Tank Khaos 350 I just stumbled on to this page and thought I'd share... http://www.extrememotorsales.com/Tan...Motorcycle.htm I'm not fan of Tank, even though I don't have any first-hand experience myself. I do think that's a pretty good looking bike and a welcome addition to the 'middleweight' market. Your thoughts? 8) __________________ 2008 American Lifan LF200 GY-5 (930 km) - Sold 2007 Kawasaki EX250 - Sold 2006 Kawasaki EX650R - My new ride! 2005 Kawasaki EX250 - A new project
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Qingdao Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 351	3200 isn't bad, but seriously I have heard bad things about Tank (enough to keep me 50 feet back). I would rather that "spark" 500cc thumper. __________________ <div><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2ilH...s</a></div><br />
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SpeedSouth Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 710	I agree, the Tank name gives more cause for concern than confidence. The page does say that this 350 is built by National Motors though, and Tank is simply the exclusive distributor of their (Xi branded) products in the US. It would be interesting to know the reputation of National Motors. If it's not likely to need much support from Tank (which is where Tank seems to fall really short) then it might not be such a gamble. Time will tell, I guess. __________________ 2008 American Lifan LF200 GY-5 (930 km) - Sold 2007 Kawasaki EX250 - Sold 2006 Kawasaki EX650R - My new ride! 2005 Kawasaki EX250 - A new project
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Dragon Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tejas Posts: 834	Looks like it's based on the LF200B __________________ Chinabikeless
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05-01-2009, 11:41 PM	#5
forchetto Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gijon, Asturias,Northern Spain Posts: 396	The engine seems to be like a Suzuki GN350 or GN400 of the mid 80's. The frame, or what can be seen of it, also appears to be Suzuki inspired, from the GS500. Looks good so far. __________________ Jincheng Monkey JC50Q-7 (two of them) Skyteam Dax replica ST110-6 (two of them) Zongshen ZS125-43 Qingqi QM200GY-BA Super Motard Yamaha Virago XV1100 Triumph Bonneville SE Qingqi QM110GY PGO Bug rider 250 Buggy
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05-02-2009, 02:28 AM	#6
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	That is a very interesting motorcycle! This bike is manufactured in Taiwan, just like my 2007 Arctic Cat 250 Utility ATV. I am very pleased with the quality of my new "Cat," so I know that some exceptional products come from Taiwan. However, I think that $3,300 is too high an asking price for that motorcycle. Spud __________________ 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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katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Doesn't look too bad. Maybe someone will take plunge. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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05-02-2009, 04:09 PM	#8
SpeedSouth Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 710	I think I remember reading (or hearing) the Ninja 250 is also built in Taiwan. Considering this bike isn't being built in China, I guess I put the thread in the wrong forum. Sorry about that. :oops: A mod may want to move this to the correct location. __________________ 2008 American Lifan LF200 GY-5 (930 km) - Sold 2007 Kawasaki EX250 - Sold 2006 Kawasaki EX650R - My new ride! 2005 Kawasaki EX250 - A new project
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05-03-2009, 02:19 AM	#10
forchetto Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gijon, Asturias,Northern Spain Posts: 396	I am considering adding another bike to my stable to combat a galloping mid-life crisis. As I approach my dead-by date I feel I ought to make the BIG TRIP on something decent rather than appear at the gates of wherever I'm going in a bargain basement Chinese bike. One of the bikes I'm considering is a Triumph Bonneville SE, a classic, manly and butch, all-British bike. When I looked at it closer I discover this paragon of European Iron is made in...Thailand...yes, really. __________________ Jincheng Monkey JC50Q-7 (two of them) Skyteam Dax replica ST110-6 (two of them) Zongshen ZS125-43 Qingqi QM200GY-BA Super Motard Yamaha Virago XV1100 Triumph Bonneville SE Qingqi QM110GY PGO Bug rider 250 Buggy
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