Boom Vader Gen2 125cc Motorcycle 2k Review
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- Опубликовано: 21 сен 2024
- A quick video review, highlighting the good and bad about owning this Boom Vader Gen 2 motorcycle.
Very few upgrades on my Boom Vader 125cc motorcycle, mostly focusing on performance and reliability.
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I just purchased one of these motorcycles, and your video gave me great insight of what I would need to inspect before take it to the streets. I will incorporate some of your modifications. Big thumbs up !
Have you got your bike yet ?
@@JacobtheKID-2001 Good Question.
So, did you get the bike yet? Riding the Boom Vader yet? What do you think?
hey man i've read so many of your articles and just realized that I've seen this video and it was your channel and I had to come say thank you, you break down all your mods and everything so much that anyone can do what you're doing. keeping the honest things in there aswell such as the error with the crush gaskets. love your stuff!!
Good video haven’t done the bolt upgrades yet for the motor mounts, did get the pro taper SE bars as an upgrade I’m tall so I like the bars are they fit and feel did get the seat bag. The racks heavy so you could remove it if you want to have weight removed, upgraded the exhaust 17 to sprocket. Also get rid of that shifter with the flimsy linkage Amazon has a $15 shifter that bolts directly on and it makes for very precision shifts. Also neutrals easier to find.
Thanks for comments!
The sprocket upgrade really helped get higher MPH out of same RPMs, but I did lose some torque and acceleration. So getting to redline in 4th is a challenge, but it's fun when I get there. :D
I still have the stock shifter, it has been working for me, but I too have heard about how much upgrading the shifter feels afterwards. It's on my to do list, but for now, those linkages work with a little TLC.
BTW, I too didn't do the engine mounting bolt upgrades till I broke one. The initial replacement was just to replace the broken bolt and remaining bolt with what I thought were better quality. After doing it, I thought it was easy enough to just increase the size of the bolts for a future Big Bore Kit upgrade for the bike.
@@MyMotorcycleBlog thanks for your response! 😀
Changing the front sprocket makes a big difference I put the 17 tooth on mine
Yes it does. I found I needed to shift up almost immediately from 1st andI was easily red lining in 4th gear, while going at a slow speed with the stock gear. Acceleration came at a cost, but each gear feels like it has a more usable range, and top end was increased. Have fun!!!!
Great video very informative I'm thinking about getting one of these I have the KP mini lifan and it's a blast but I noticed that when you're on it it feels like you're sitting in it not on it and it seems small so I'm really thinking about trying one of these on for size.
I was looking at one of those 150cc clones and thought they were perfect. Too perfect; I wanted a little bike I could tinker with, and the Boom Vader gave me a bike I could ride stock and then have fun doing upgrades.
from a hobbiest perspective, it is perfect. you can not just easily bolt in a 20 hp engine into a grom, and if you actually can , the kit is very expensive, or, you have to fabricate things. these bikes are not perfect, but i wouldnt buy one expecting it to be. what you really get is a frame and a vin number. you can throw almost everything else away, build a 20 hp killer little street mini, and still spend less than you would for a new grom with a bbk and some bullish, and it wont make 16 hp after you spend all that. these bikes absolutely have a place , in my opinion its perfect.
Big attraction to these bikes, they are like blank canvases. If people want bigger bikes, they buy them. If they want to tinker, they buy these little Chinese Grom-Clones and go to town. I was at a group ride a couple summers ago, all small bikes, and some people go crazy with their modes. Both performance and cosmetic. Fun bikes.
I love the exhaust
Sounds great, easy to install, and didn't break the bank. :D
I just ordered mine literally 5 mins ago. Excited AF!! Ok, anything to expect on the boxing out? How long does the registration take to arrive? Is dmv a hassle since this bike is originated from China? Thanks in advance!!
Love it! Congrats on pulling the trigger and ordering one up. These Grom-Clones can be a tinkerer's paradise. Keep us informed about the results. Post what state you are in, and hopefully someone can respond with any registration issues. Congrats!
I think by the time you change all of these parts I would just buy a Lifan KP Mini 150. I have owned a Lifan LF 200 GY 5 200cc dual sport that I purchased new in 2006. It has been like a Honda never one problem in all of these years.
The 125cc Grom clones are tinkering bikes, if you don't like tinkering you are right. To get the initial Boom Vader reliable( mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-reliability-upgrades/ ) it only takes a couple steps and a few upgrades, all fairly cheap. Now when you start upgrading for power the larger Lifan KP, might be a better choice, but why stop there, there are 190 and 212cc engines waiting to be installed. :p
Where do you get your parts from for the clone? I’m new to the bike scene and I don’t know much but my carburetor leaks gas, and my clutch lever is ridiculously stiff.
Some of the Boom Vader upgrades( mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-grom-clone-upgrades/ ) I've done with links to where to get them. Good luck, and keep us posted. I too had both a leaky carb and gas tank.
So I'm looking for transport to work. If I drive it'll only take me about 4 minutes to get to work, would you say it's reliable in that regards?
I only ride for fun, so not sure if I would guarantee a paycheck on it. Since my fixes I got over the biggest hangup. The bike would die. There was a vacuum that developed in the gas tank it seemed. mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-vapor-lock-no-fuel/
Will this be good if I’m 5,4 ft ?
I have a small inseam, about 29", and I find this bike very comfortable to ride, and more importantly stand with.
Nope, The 2022 DO NOT COME WITH 5 SPEEP TRANNYS. I just bought 2 of them from Red Fox MotorSports. And they are COOL.
Oops must have misspoken, I meant the Honda Grom 2022's now come with 5 speeds. Comparing how the "Grom Clones" are not true copies of the real Honda Groms. Thank you.
I wish these were more reliable, I would love to own one but I am to afraid.
Reliable? Curious. Even the best made items have a reliability issue or two. What are you concerned about? Items like stock carb leaking, which I replaced for cheap, and stock chain rumored to not able to handle upgrades and abuse, again changed for cheap. I have a great time riding my bike, I feel like going a million miles per hour, but look down and only see I'm doing 55. :p
I got the Vader 150. Got more torque , but the same HP values. Does up to about 55 stock (runs lean), and 60 if you put a washer under the needle. Swapped out exhaust and intake as well, as the intake tube from the airbox to the carburetor, was restrictive.
Cant recommend upgrading the exhaust, as there is no perfect fitment, and the front gaskets leak.
I've heard some people complain that after market exhaust gaskets aren't thick enough, so they double them up. I've not run into this, so just what I've heard.
Where’s the link to order one
I documented my ordering experience here( mymotorcycleblog.com/chinese-motorcycle-grom-clone-ordered-timeline/ ), I have to say ordering from Kronik Racing was a positive experience.
Hi. How many miles are on it now? Any major issues so far? Which site did you order this from
With cold weather kicking in, school starting back up, and a new job, it said to say barely over 2k so far.
As for significant issues, all known Grom Clone issues:
Major ones that they occurred to me were the broken engine mount while I was out riding( mymotorcycleblog.com/broke-motorcycle-motor-mount-bolt-boom-vader/ a common occurrence, it seems ) and a gas tank leak due to a broken weld( mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-gas-tank-is-leaking-from-bottom-again/ Sadly another common occurrence. )
Minor Issues were: when I upgraded the carb ( mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-carb-upgrade-125cc-grom-clone/ ), I noticed the fuel bowl screws were working themselves loose, so there was a tiny gas leak.
An issue others warn me about, a broken stock chain, didn't occur since I upgraded the chain fairly early ( mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-motorcycle-chain-replacement-instructions/ )
This list sounds long, but these 'fixes' were fun, minus the gas tank, and cheap, again minus the gas tank(the welder charged me about $50).
The carb upgrade I did was cheap, the chain upgrade was affordable, and the o-ring less type for more speed (Or I think so); just replacing the stock bolts with same-sized new ones from the hardware store was cheap too. FYI, I did enlarge the engine mount bolts, but again cheap.
All fun projects/upgrades.
When I got it, I went to Kronic Racing; Pete was very helpful in answering the questions. Even when he couldn't help with some issues, he gave advice.
Sorry long answer, tried to answer enough for you to understand what I've experienced. Nice little bike, it's a blast to ride.
@@MyMotorcycleBlog NO not at all! THANK YOU sooo much for the insightful response!🙏🙏❤❤
Kronic racing in Simi Valley?
Awesome video
Think you are being too kind, but makes me happy. Thank you. :D
I got a boom Vader I just don’t no where to start
@@eemilymj New to motorcycles too. First thing I would do is change the oil, new or used, the bike will benefit from fresh oil. After that, ride it around and enjoy it without doing upgrades yet. So you appreciate the changes you make later. :D
Dude. Did You upgrade the Exhaust? Which Akrapovic Exhaust is that you installed?
Upgraded the exhaust with a basic drop-in Grom Clone exhaust upgrade. Might not be a flashy as some of the higher end upgrades(might do that later) but this was an easy one for me. The Parts: mymotorcycleblog.com/tbr7-exhaust-upgrade-parts-arrived/
I just got two of there and have an odd question.. so the two buttons on the instrument cluster, mine are upside down.. how to I fix them? Lol im guessing I need to take the whole cluster apart? 🤔🤣 my other bike has no issues, did need a carb adjustment, was simple tho.
Like the words are upside down on the plastic buttons? Think you are right, disassembly might be the solution, but I would just learn to live with it and it's a conversation item for group meet ups. Good luck and get to riding! :D
What is the black container behind the front light for?
The container of my Boom Vader is liquing.
On the frame I had a stock airbox. Are you talking about the airbox?
@@MyMotorcycleBlog I don't know 😀
It looks like an empty plastic box.
It is dripping water.
@@bulls45100 Interesting, is your air filter in there, and yes, it can drip 'something' since anything vented I feel is routed back to to the airbox. I believe the crankcase vent with a stock setup is routed back to the airbox since I had to move the vent line after going to a foam filter. So is the black box where the air filter at?
Where did you get the saddlebag from? I've been looking for one like that it fits perfect!
The tail bag? Posted it on my blog, more info there: mymotorcycleblog.com/small-motorcycle-tail-bag-waterproof/
Are you able to tell me exactly the extra parts needed to make the needed modifications? I'm ordering one of these soon. Thank you
On: mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-grom-clone-upgrades/ I keep a list of upgrades I've done and would do again. Hope this helps. Hold on upgrading too soon, do the break in period first. Nice and easy riding. :D
@@MyMotorcycleBlog thank you brotha. Two questions
1. How long should I wait to do upgrades
2. Do you suggest I take bike to get inspected after I assembly and ride it around for a little?
Once again thank you my friend
Grom didn't go 5 speed in 2020 , 5 speed came in on the 2022 😊
Thank you!
what is the seat height and can it be lowered?
I believe from experience and sources, "about 30 inches". Say about, since you are corrected, there is a compression ring(like pre-load) for the rear shock that I believe can be loosed to reduce the overall height when sat on.
My height is 5feet... Is this bike suitable for my height?
I have a smaller inseam, que the jokes, like 29" and I really flat foot the Boom Vader. If this helps.
Do you have MODS links?
Slowly posting mods that worked here: mymotorcycleblog.com/boom-vader-grom-clone-upgrades/
Is gen 2 better version of the boom vader
When I was researching it, the big difference between the two generations was the headlight. After that I recall some seat/rack differences, but other than that, I remember no specs differences. So it came to taste. I like the Gen 2 headlight because it reminded me of a Cyclon. :D
@@MyMotorcycleBlog ,oh ok kool,I'm ordering mine soon,it's a 2022 x21 50cc automatic like a Ducati monster clone,it looks like a 50cc dong fang too,I plan on getting a ss3 kp mini 150cc soon when I pass getting my class m1 endorsement thought little more speed to stay up with traffic better,but I believe the 50cc got better gas mileage
Apparently we can’t buy one in Ca
I just bought one and had it registered today in so cal
I purchased my Boom Vader from Kronik Racing(my delivery experience: mymotorcycleblog.com/chinese-motorcycle-grom-clone-ordered-timeline/), they are in California.
Price?
I ordered it on 2/2022, so it was going for about $1400 delivered.
This is one of those "can you just send an email instead of scheduling a meeting" scenarios. Dude, just put the stuff on a list (+, -) and then we can have 10 minutes back :)
Thank you, love the feedback.
I don't own a cell phone. Of coarse!
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JB WELD PUDDY . I USED IT ON MY BOAT AND IT IS SO SOLID ITS HARD TO GRIND. USE IT ON SPOT WELDS
Yes, in hindsight, I now realize I should have opted to use the J-B Weld putty for a gas tank leak. Live and learn. :D
I'm cincidering ordering one for a town cruiser
I debated back and forth between the two Grom Clones, TaoTao Hellcat and the Boom Vader.
I follow Motocheez ( www.youtube.com/@MotoCheez ), and he picked up a Hellcat, so it was wildly swaying my decision, but when it came down to it, I opted for the Boom Vader 125-10. I just liked how it looked with the Cylon eyes.
Only my second motorcycle, but it's been fun so far. In the warm weather, I spent more time riding it than upgrading it, so I might have to switch more into the tinkering phase over the winter.
I like it. Even better, I enjoy riding it.