I haven't seen these before. Have you? Not sure about their prices.

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesesportbikes.jpg

Phoenix 200

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChinesePhoenix-200a.jpg

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChinesePhoenix-200b.jpg

WJ250GS

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesesportbike_WJ250GS.jpg

Jialing Commando 250

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseSportbike_Jialing-Commando-2.jpg

Zongshen 250 - $2300

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseSportbike_Zongshen250-d_2300.jpg

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseSportbike_Zongshen250_2300.jpg

?500

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesesportbike-500.jpg

HS500

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesesportbike_HS500_40.jpg

Zongshen Shark 650

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseSportbike_Zongshen_Shark650.jpg

Zzongshen ZS-750

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseSportbike_Zongshen750.jpg

I've heard from a few random places that Zongshen is fairly good. Nowhere near as good as the Japanese big-four, but you get what you pay for. What no Lifan? ;)

the 650 and 750 dont look too bad...

What no Lifan? ;)

Here it is, the Lifan 200:

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/lifan20025.jpg

I have no idea who makes this Khao 250:

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Khao-250_MC_T250K01a.jpg

Qlink Megelli 250R
http://www.qlinkmotor.com/uploaded/Gallery/MG250r/06.jpg
http://www.qlinkmotor.com/uploaded/Gallery/MG250r/02.jpg

16HP... Top speed is only 75-85MPH but it's a Ducati mimic right down to the bars on the upper frame (similar triangular segments, though they aren't red) and the air scoops on the side of the passenger seat. :D

Ducatis:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/b/bf/2008_Ducati_848_Showroom_250x254.jpg
http://ducatimonster.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/1098rr.jpg
See?

Its funny being isolated to the US, I only think about the big 4 Japanese, HD, a few Euro, etc. Back in '74 you pick up a new bike buyers guide and it had brands from A-Z (Zundapp). Kind of cool that in other parts of the world there are still many brands.

Everything I buy "made in China"... and I mean everything, is defective in one way or another and fails immediately or within a few weeks of purchase. I always end up having to buy a replacement from an alternate source if at all possible... garden hoses burst, hummingbird feeders leak, glassware cracks, brooms break, light bulbs don't last long, deck chairs/market umbrellas, lead paint in childrens toys, poisoned pet food etc. etc. etc. I can just imagine the "quality" of these bikes..... I'll pass on even botherin to look them up or send more U.S. dollars to that country. They spend too much time "mimicking" products than gittin it right.:mad:

Everything I buy "made in China"... and I mean everything, is defective in one way or another and fails immediately or within a few weeks of purchase. I always end up having to buy a replacement from an alternate source if at all possible... garden hoses burst, hummingbird feeders leak, glassware cracks, brooms break, light bulbs don't last long, deck chairs/market umbrellas, lead paint in childrens toys, poisoned pet food etc. etc. etc. I can just imagine the "quality" of these bikes..... I'll pass on even botherin to look them up or send more U.S. dollars to that country. They spend too much time "mimicking" products than gittin it right.:mad:

I posted this not to promote Chinese products, but as a take-off from an earlier thread titled "Chinese sport bikes?" - about a Korean product - a Hyosung GT250 impostered as a Suzuki on E-Bay.

Not in their defense, but an observation: Granted, most Chinese products are currently substandard, but recall the early Japanese cars (incl. Hondas, Toyotas...), and the early Korean cars (especially the Hyundai Pony) - they weren't all that great either, and boo-booed from coast to coast when they first came out in the 70s. Well, see where they are now. For the Chinese, I think they have great potential. There is general agreement, for example, that they put on the best Olympic games ever. But, true, I would hedge on buying their first gen sport bikes, just as we're urged to forgo the Hyosung GT250 in favor of the Ninjette.

ok, I really laughed at this one......... Super Motor!

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesesportbike_WJ250GS.jpg

A lot of people on this board were not around during the 70's and early 80's when the reliability of even the best bikes sold was still suspect. It just has not been that long since we quit seeing the kick starter.

I have no doubt that ten or fifteen years down the road that China will produce a top quality bike (they may already somewhere). My biggest concern is: "Am I going to risk my life on something that was made out of a recycled Chevy Cavalier? "

A lot of people on this board were not around during the 70's and early 80's when the reliability of even the best bikes sold was still suspect. It just has not been that long since we quit seeing the kick starter.

I have no doubt that ten or fifteen years down the road that China will produce a top quality bike (they may already somewhere). My biggest concern is: "Am I going to risk my life on something that was made out of a recycled Chevy Cavalier? "

I think intense international competition will force quality into their products. How fast is up to them, and ultimately us if we don't buy their product.

The Chinese are right now leading in battery technology for electric cars (both used more or less domestically), wind turbines some of which being suspended horizontally and without friction by maglev (Magnetic Levitation), and solar energy, where entire experimental cities are run 90%+ on solar electricity.

Not sure what India is doing. Back to topic, I don't see any Indian sport bike.

Anthony,

I got an email from eBay saying they yanked the listing for the "GSX 250" for violation of policy.

Anthony,

I got an email from eBay saying they yanked the listing for the "GSX 250" for violation of policy.

Hey Ed Einstein, I consider this minor success the fruit of a little social activism on our part. Three cheers to Ninjette.org! :thumbup:

Would be interesting to keep our eyes on this swindler to see if next he/she repaints a Chinese "Super Motor" WS250 as a Kawasaki Ninja 250! :D (Those who haven't pls see the other thread "Chinese sport bikes?")

I remember many bikes in the 70s with electric start and a kick starter just in case. it was kind of weird at first when they started coming without kickstarters. i saw a good quote somewhere the other day "sure i own old British motorcycles, see the oil stains in my driveway?"

"sure i own old British motorcycles, see the oil stains in my driveway?"

Imagine Ted Simon riding around world on his leaky Triumph Tiger 500, solo, no support vehicle (see his book "Jupiter's Travels", a best sellers in the 80s):

"The first half of the journey took me the length of Africa, from Tunis to Capetown, then around South America from the tip of Brazil to the Argentine Pampas and from Chile north through Panama to California.
Then I rode around Australia, and from Singapore overland to Europe through India, Afghanistan, Iran, and Turkey."

Ninja 250 world tour, anyone?

There is a Lifan 200 sport bike on ebay, so they do make them too.

THese ar enice bike for a young beginners but dur to no history I'd never buy one to do severe usage....that the 250 do wonderfully :P

Qlink Magelli 250R
http://www.qlinkmotor.com/uploaded/Gallery/MG250r/06.jpg
http://www.qlinkmotor.com/uploaded/Gallery/MG250r/02.jpg

16HP... Top speed is only 75-85MPH but it's a Ducati mimic right down to the bars on the upper frame (similar triangular segments, though they aren't red) and the air scoops on the side of the passenger seat. :D

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/b/bf/2008_Ducati_848_Showroom_250x254.jpg
http://ducatimonster.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/1098rr.jpg

That thing is SICK!!!

I kind of like the look of that Jialing Commando.

I emailed Megelli a few weeks ago.

For those who are interested:
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=93237&highlight=megelli#post93237

Its funny being isolated to the US, I only think about the big 4 Japanese, HD, a few Euro, etc. Back in '74 you pick up a new bike buyers guide and it had brands from A-Z (Zundapp). Kind of cool that in other parts of the world there are still many brands.

More Chinese bike pics:

Loncin Naked 699

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseLoncin-naked-600-4.jpg

Jialing Naked 600

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesejialing-jl-600-4.jpg

Zongshen Naked 600

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/Chinesezongshen_600_sportnaked_by_o.jpg

Zhongshen Shark 650

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseZongshenShark65010104.jpg

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseZongshenShark65010106.jpg

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseZongshenShark65010107.jpg

Zongshen 750

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseZongshen75010107.jpg

I just need something like a 125 to get me from the coach to the fridge.

I just need something like a 125 to get me from the coach to the fridge.

This might get you as far as the washroom.

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/AnthonyMarr/ChineseJialingmoto21.jpg

more chinese bike pics:

Loncin naked 699

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/anthonymarr/chineseloncin-naked-600-4.jpg

jialing naked 600

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x70/anthonymarr/chinesejialing-jl-600-4.jpg


lenz flare it burns de eyes!!
The goggles they do nothing!

That thing is SICK!!!

Well, the last two were real Ducatis for comparison. :)