I have a Hawk 150 dirt bike and it’s a blast! I have no problem turning a wrench now and then, which is basically a requirement for all dirt bikes anyway.
I have bought Chinese bikes in the past and there are some things to point out. - Japanese bikes cost more but they also sell for more. If you buy a used Japanese bike it will most likely keep its value as long as the condition is around where you started. A new Chinese bikes will drop value immediately and that money you will never get back. Now whats not a bad thing is if your picking up a used Chinese bike as you will get the lower cost, but just keep in mind you could get something that's better quality and not loose money on it if your planning on selling it a few years down the road. - Keep in mind your on your own. Many Chinese bikes are clones of Japanese bikes. But you have to do the research yourself to find what parts fit.
aye! I'm in Cali too looking into some of these Chinese enduros like this, what kind did you end up going with, and where did you get it from? I cannot find anywhere that'll deliver any to Cali so far and it's really starting to errrk me sumn crazy! haha llol
Just bought a 2020 Bashan Brozz 250 blue eagle. Did some upgrades and it really woke the bike up. I have a 1982fxwg Harley. But, seems the Brozz is more fun.
Yep. You need to have realistic expectations about what a $1200-$1400 motorcycle gets you. There are concessions to be made. If you aren't prepared to fix the factory shortcomings, tinker and tune, and be ready to repair or replace until you've gone through everything, then you shouldn't buy one. Many people who can't afford a used Japanese machine or a new one, they often go to China bikes. Sadly these are also people who match the description above.
I'm going to buy a Bashan Brozz 250 from a scooter dealership here in Florida . It will be assembled and ready to ride off the lot with tax , tag and title for an extra $500.00 . I know how to do it all myself , but they offer a two year warranty and discounted service afterward . I can't pass that up ! I think it'll be a great bike to add to the stable , and will look good next to my 2015 Honda CRF250L . You got a new sub too by the way . 🤘😉
It is appreciative of these types of videos I would really love to get one I'm so scared to waste money I know it's to be ridden mostly like a motor scooter but looks better
Started riding on chinese bikes and thats how i learned. I eventually talked myself into buying a Japanese bike after i tested it against my friend's klx230. my brozz and and another friend with a hawk dlx, well needless to say we couldn't catch the kawasaki. Not even close. Finally decided to go with honda and bought the CRF300L. I got to say its best decision ever. I got power and more speed now. I was able to smoke the klx230 with my crf. Lol
Good content man I have an automotive RUclips channel as well I've been thinking about buying one of these bikes for a while now I think you might have me convinced 👍
I have a tbr7 and a magician also, I love both bikes. My chain was a little tight on the magician after I put on the 17 tooth sprocket but it loosened up after riding. My tbr7 chain was WAY too tight, I'm only riding on nice level streets for now and the chain does not seem to be getting any looser. I can not change the sprocket and it wouldn't be safe to go off road. Some vlogger said that the wrong chain was on the tbr7, I ordered a new tbr7 chain, I hope it isn't the same as the one already on the bike, the one I ordered is 126 links, I'll count them when it arrives. One question I have is : I ordered a mikuni carb for the tbr7, I am assuming that the main jet is already bigger than the one in the tbr7. Do you know what jet comes in the mikuni carb ? ? ? ?
The Mikuni clone we all order comes with a 100 main 40 pilot. That chain should stretch honestly! But I recommend replacing it. With 17/46 sprockets on my TBR7 (428 pitch) I ordered a 130 link standard (non o ring chain). I can’t remember if I had any links left.. I’m sorry buddy!!
@@chinaridernc4303 Thanks, I'll be putting the Mikuni on as is, I am concerned about overheating, so I understand the stock carb has an 85 main jet , it will be an upgrade without over doing it. Also I want to say alot of people say the kick start isn't any good on the TBR7 mine works well.
Thanks buddy! Honestly it depends.. Hawk DLX is a great bike for someone that is not comfortable working with a carb, also having the USD Forks and digital dash stock, it is a great option. Also, the HAWK (carbed) is also a great bike, but the TBR7-D is a tad above the carbed hawk in my opinion. If I could go back and choose one (at the moment I don’t have any bikes, sold them while moving but looking to purchase another soon!) I would go with another DLX personally. But you can most definitely replace the carb and dial it in and have a FANTASTIC bike with the carbed hawk and TBR7.
China Rider NC it's doing well!! I actually got and installed the racing cam, but I lost most of my footage somehow of installing it :( been trying to figure that out for the last week or so. College has kept me crazy busy too so finding the time to film is really hard but I'll try and post an update soon!
you can tell your still a new rider man u have to gear up if you would've wrecked rip to all the skin on your hands arms legs ect I hope you atleast had a helmet on other than that good video bud
question, idk if you address this issue in the vid (im watching rn) but I'm looking into one of these for a cheap decent lil rider for gettin around town(I live in the desert) n just havin some fun lol...but yeah my prob is I live in California and noticed alot of these do not ship to my state, so I was going to ask if you have any recommendations for someone in Cali looking to get something like this.. I'm not concerned w the street legality or any of that, just mainly trying to find a place to order that will deliver to Cali lol
It's bad if it shakes too much u need to tighten everything up i didn't with mine and everything started to fall off literally and he's right for a beginner dont get em in powersports
They are excellent trail bikes, but they are not made for jumping etc.. if you treat the bike well they are amazing bikes that will surprise you with their durability! In the Facebook group Hawk 250 Enduro Owners Group you will see how many of us are happy with these bikes! But to be honest, a Japanese bike would hold up better on trails, but you can get 3-4 of these for the price of 1 Japanese bike! I’ve been trail riding a few times with my TBR7 and it has been fantastic. The hawk has better tires for off road
Is a there a compiled list of initial maintenance for the tbr7? I’ve got the spark plug and carburetor in route. I’m not interested in the sprocket. Thanks in advance 👍
CHANGE OIL RIGHT AWAY, the oil that comes in it is only shipping oil. Rotella T4 works great. I use 15w40. Locktite all bolts (blue works great), adjust valve lash (.003 intake .004 exhaust was great for me), marine grease your bearings, lube chain, check for loose connections, and you should be good!
Under the valve cover. There’s videos on RUclips for how to do it! You will need a feeler gauge. Odds are your valves are very tight when you get it from the factory.
I’ve owned a few Chinese bikes, they are very slow the seals crumble in no time anything rubber is very brittle sane with the plastics and bearings, very poor paint on the frames, poor grade steel, They are also very slow and lack the power of a Japanese bike, If you want a bike to last and be reliable don’t buy a Chinese bike..
No mtns, but you still have grass and slight hills. As an NC boy myself I'm gonna guess you're within an hour of Greensboro? *Edit. At around 11 minute mark I see an archdale sign. Damn I'm good 😉
I bought the hawk DLX. For the money I am satisfied with it. I went ahead and up graded the lights to led. Love the bike.
I have a Hawk 150 dirt bike and it’s a blast! I have no problem turning a wrench now and then, which is basically a requirement for all dirt bikes anyway.
Man this is awsome! Keep it up! You actually gave me alot of information I was looking for. I'm in the market for a Hawk 250, or a similar bike! 👏
I have bought Chinese bikes in the past and there are some things to point out.
- Japanese bikes cost more but they also sell for more. If you buy a used Japanese bike it will most likely keep its value as long as the condition is around where you started. A new Chinese bikes will drop value immediately and that money you will never get back. Now whats not a bad thing is if your picking up a used Chinese bike as you will get the lower cost, but just keep in mind you could get something that's better quality and not loose money on it if your planning on selling it a few years down the road.
- Keep in mind your on your own. Many Chinese bikes are clones of Japanese bikes. But you have to do the research yourself to find what parts fit.
What beautiful, lush scenery! We are burning out here in CA! My TT250s are in route next week. Wish we had your liberal exhaust standards out there!
Come on out!! You’re welcome out here any time 😎😎 prayers to you guys!!
Keep us updated as well on the TT250s! They are great bikes as well. A lot of higher quality parts, hence the price difference
aye! I'm in Cali too looking into some of these Chinese enduros like this, what kind did you end up going with, and where did you get it from? I cannot find anywhere that'll deliver any to Cali so far and it's really starting to errrk me sumn crazy! haha llol
@@dabmanian_devil Google the California Scooter Company -CSC Motorcycles
I was the 700th subscriber! Love your energy and genuineness man keep up the good work. I’m going to go buy a hawk now haha
Dude I will be getting a china bike soon, ty for your reviews and vids.
Yes I'm thinking about purchasing the tbr and you sold me you rock keep looking up
And thank you
You rock man!
Just found the China made Honda sold world wide as XR 150 L , Its the same bike as our hawks and toa's , ext. in the US.
Just bought a 2020 Bashan Brozz 250 blue eagle. Did some upgrades and it really woke the bike up. I have a 1982fxwg Harley. But, seems the Brozz is more fun.
Yep. You need to have realistic expectations about what a $1200-$1400 motorcycle gets you. There are concessions to be made.
If you aren't prepared to fix the factory shortcomings, tinker and tune, and be ready to repair or replace until you've gone through everything, then you shouldn't buy one.
Many people who can't afford a used Japanese machine or a new one, they often go to China bikes. Sadly these are also people who match the description above.
Isn't the TB7 engine a copy from Honda ? I can't see why anyone would choose a Honda over this
It’s a copy of the Honda CG125 that has been up scaled to a 229cc. Honda makes a similar motor in the Honda Broz
I'm going to buy a Bashan Brozz 250 from a scooter dealership here in Florida . It will be assembled and ready to ride off the lot with tax , tag and title for an extra $500.00 . I know how to do it all myself , but they offer a two year warranty and discounted service afterward . I can't pass that up ! I think it'll be a great bike to add to the stable , and will look good next to my 2015 Honda CRF250L . You got a new sub too by the way . 🤘😉
Thanks buddy! Enjoy it!
It is appreciative of these types of videos I would really love to get one I'm so scared to waste money I know it's to be ridden mostly like a motor scooter but looks better
Here's something people don't know, if you run some regular Lucas oil stab in the motor, it will reduce the motor vibration some.
And your lights will quit working.
I bought a Bashan Brozz 250.... I'm liking it
just subbed gonna be getting a hawk after Christmas looking forward to some woods riding my DUC is a bit too heavy to throw around the woods
I love this video I just really cant decide whether to get the hawk or the brozz! hahah
Started riding on chinese bikes and thats how i learned. I eventually talked myself into buying a Japanese bike after i tested it against my friend's klx230. my brozz and and another friend with a hawk dlx, well needless to say we couldn't catch the kawasaki. Not even close. Finally decided to go with honda and bought the CRF300L. I got to say its best decision ever. I got power and more speed now. I was able to smoke the klx230 with my crf. Lol
Congrats on the new bike buddy!
Do you have a video on the digital cluster and the assembly?
You didn’t mention inexpensive parts and availability of them. I learned to work on a bike owning a hawk.
Give us an update on how it is holding up. I'm on the fence of buying a TBR7 or Hawk
Appreciate yah check out motorized bicycles they are pretty fun too
Matt Smith is his name
He does all the flashlight reviews also
Completely agree with the learning process
I have a 2021 blue and white tbr7 haven't started it yet lol
I want a brozz soo bad I like the idea of the counter balance
Great video as always collin!!
Thanks man!!
Can you tell me where I can get a bigger sprocket for the front and a smaller one for the back on a TBR7
Thank you for your service my dear friends...
Good content man I have an automotive RUclips channel as well I've been thinking about buying one of these bikes for a while now I think you might have me convinced 👍
Appreciate it buddy!! Will check it out!!
I got a bashan storm and my only issue has been finding new wheels like the motomax other then that... loving it
Great videos! We need to get together sometime and ride. I have a Hawk 250.
Hey friend. Cool video. Subscribed and like for sure. Keep them coming.....
in michigan do u need motorcylce license to drive it?
I have a tbr7 and a magician also, I love both bikes. My chain was a little tight on the magician after I put on the 17 tooth sprocket but it loosened up after riding.
My tbr7 chain was WAY too tight, I'm only riding on nice level streets for now and the chain does not seem to be getting any looser. I can not change the sprocket and it wouldn't be safe to go off road.
Some vlogger said that the wrong chain was on the tbr7, I ordered a new tbr7 chain, I hope it isn't the same as the one already on the bike, the one I ordered is 126 links, I'll count them when it arrives.
One question I have is : I ordered a mikuni carb for the tbr7, I am assuming that the main jet is already bigger than the one in the tbr7. Do you know what jet comes in the mikuni carb ? ? ? ?
The Mikuni clone we all order comes with a 100 main 40 pilot. That chain should stretch honestly! But I recommend replacing it. With 17/46 sprockets on my TBR7 (428 pitch) I ordered a 130 link standard (non o ring chain). I can’t remember if I had any links left.. I’m sorry buddy!!
@@chinaridernc4303
Thanks, I'll be putting the Mikuni on as is, I am concerned about overheating, so I understand the stock carb has an 85 main jet , it will be an upgrade without over doing it. Also I want to say alot of people say the kick start isn't any good on the TBR7 mine works well.
Kickstart works best when surrounding parts are dialed in. Definitely great to wean out the lean lol!!!
great video. Out of all these bikes which one would be the best buy regardless of price?
Thanks buddy! Honestly it depends.. Hawk DLX is a great bike for someone that is not comfortable working with a carb, also having the USD Forks and digital dash stock, it is a great option. Also, the HAWK (carbed) is also a great bike, but the TBR7-D is a tad above the carbed hawk in my opinion. If I could go back and choose one (at the moment I don’t have any bikes, sold them while moving but looking to purchase another soon!) I would go with another DLX personally. But you can most definitely replace the carb and dial it in and have a FANTASTIC bike with the carbed hawk and TBR7.
@@chinaridernc4303 man thanks for replying to me im subbed now!
Lifan KPX 250 hands down.
What speedometer do you have?
Which carburetor did you get?
what about the xpro titan250 dlx thats on amazon dont see no vids on it i was checkin it out
I believe they are an overhead cam vs simple pushrod these CG’s have. It’s similar to the Apollo DB36 Supermoto
Please give me your mod list and is that a magician? I didn’t know they go up to 70
I ordered one 3 days ago
Awesome!! Which one?
@@chinaridernc4303 same one as you have you heard of supiorpowersports.com?
@@riskeverything3365 www.superiorpowersports.com
Is the correct link^
Trouble is it's hard to take too seriously because you don't believe in safety gear.
Where can I find it b the cheapest that’s not a scam
whats your sproket set up?
Really good video here my man!!
Appreciate it my man!! How’s the tbr7 doing?
China Rider NC it's doing well!! I actually got and installed the racing cam, but I lost most of my footage somehow of installing it :( been trying to figure that out for the last week or so. College has kept me crazy busy too so finding the time to film is really hard but I'll try and post an update soon!
Awesome man!!
you can tell your still a new rider man u have to gear up if you would've wrecked rip to all the skin on your hands arms legs ect I hope you atleast had a helmet on other than that good video bud
question, idk if you address this issue in the vid (im watching rn) but I'm looking into one of these for a cheap decent lil rider for gettin around town(I live in the desert) n just havin some fun lol...but yeah my prob is I live in California and noticed alot of these do not ship to my state, so I was going to ask if you have any recommendations for someone in Cali looking to get something like this.. I'm not concerned w the street legality or any of that, just mainly trying to find a place to order that will deliver to Cali lol
You can be Cali street legal with the CSC TT250, and they are in CA! Priced a little higher, but a very high quality bike. It’s CA compliant.
You should wear long pants when riding you have great info tho
Appreciate you buddy! You’re right man
You live in Wisconsin?
Hola..
how could i reduce the vibration in the magician
It's bad if it shakes too much u need to tighten everything up i didn't with mine and everything started to fall off literally and he's right for a beginner dont get em in powersports
Keep up the videos ,
Do you do any trail riding? How durable is the Hawk?
They are excellent trail bikes, but they are not made for jumping etc.. if you treat the bike well they are amazing bikes that will surprise you with their durability! In the Facebook group Hawk 250 Enduro Owners Group you will see how many of us are happy with these bikes! But to be honest, a Japanese bike would hold up better on trails, but you can get 3-4 of these for the price of 1 Japanese bike! I’ve been trail riding a few times with my TBR7 and it has been fantastic. The hawk has better tires for off road
Are the regular tires good for the road, or do I need to upgrade
Upgrade
You have your mirrors on the wrong side
Is a there a compiled list of initial maintenance for the tbr7? I’ve got the spark plug and carburetor in route. I’m not interested in the sprocket. Thanks in advance 👍
CHANGE OIL RIGHT AWAY, the oil that comes in it is only shipping oil. Rotella T4 works great. I use 15w40. Locktite all bolts (blue works great), adjust valve lash (.003 intake .004 exhaust was great for me), marine grease your bearings, lube chain, check for loose connections, and you should be good!
@@chinaridernc4303 where is the valve lash adjustment?
Under the valve cover. There’s videos on RUclips for how to do it! You will need a feeler gauge. Odds are your valves are very tight when you get it from the factory.
@@chinaridernc4303 thank you 🙏
what kind of carburetor do u have to get so its better?,and also can u buy those speedometers and put them on there or do they come stock?
I want a magician so bad
Cool video
Hey how about spollo sportsman.. The front fairing like hypermotard btw
Hey buddy
Dagummm!
I’ve owned a few Chinese bikes, they are very slow the seals crumble in no time anything rubber is very brittle sane with the plastics and bearings, very poor paint on the frames, poor grade steel,
They are also very slow and lack the power of a Japanese bike,
If you want a bike to last and be reliable don’t buy a Chinese bike..
No mtns, but you still have grass and slight hills. As an NC boy myself I'm gonna guess you're within an hour of Greensboro?
*Edit. At around 11 minute mark I see an archdale sign. Damn I'm good 😉
Yep! I’m in asheboro now!
There’s nothing wrong with them.
I never like those rolling commentaries. Quit watching at 1:43, it was too annoying. The sound is atrocious.
SQUID!
LOL!!!! low quality CHINESE scrap. 😂😂