8/14/2023 0 Comments Chinese 250 cg engine![]() There is no dealer support on these bikes. ![]() This is an area where you can see the lower costs rearing their head. The Hawk 250 is about ⅓ the cost of a similar Japanese bike, and obviously there are reasons for that. BUT! That’s not to say these are bad bikes, it’s all about intent. These aren’t Hondas or Yamahas so don’t set your expectations there, you will be disappointed. So don’t go into this thinking you’re getting a Japanese bike. It’s also not going to be made with the same quality of parts and labor as bikes 3 or 4 times the cost, it’s just the nature of the beast.īut now, the excessively good. The Chinese scooter that fell apart after 100 miles that you got back in 2005 has evolved into reasonably well built machines that are capable of lasting a long time. Chinese powersports (partly due to their increasing popularity and sales) have made huge strides in recent years. You’ve gotta set that aside, especially as of late. Well, that’s an unfair blanket statement. ![]() We’ve all heard it and most of us have said it, if it comes from china, it’s junk. Both good and bad.įirst, forget the excessively bad. You need to kill any preconceived notions you may have about owning a Chinese dual sport. All the controls are as they should be and easily adjusted and/or upgraded to suit your personal preferences. The rider sits in an upright riding position and handles the bike with ⅞” bars and standard issue brake, clutch, and throttle assemblies. The ergonomics are in line with any standard dirt bike setup. At 53.5”, the wheelbase is similar to that of a CRF230. The wheelbase on this bike is a bit shorter than I was used to coming off from a Suzuki DRZ and it turns down a bit quicker but once you get used to it, the bike is nimble and playful. There are ways to adjust this down some if you need to, including shaving the seat or swapping in a shorter rear shock. The stock seat sits at about 35” which is shorter than a typical motocross bike or DRZ for example, but still on the tall side for some riders. With it’s tall seat height, 21” front/18” rear wheel setup and stock knobby tires, this bike comes ready for the trail. This is for all intents and purposes a dirt bike. ![]() 21” Front/18” Rear Wheels with Knobby Off Road tires.229cc 4 Stroke Single Cylinder Air Cooled engine based on the Honda CG.Also just to be clear this is not the DLX model I’m reviewing, although it’s very similar, the DLX is fuel injected, has different forks, and a few other small changes. This bike is a Dual Sport motorcycle with a tendency towards the dirt. Hawk 250 Enduro Specifications & Features I’ve gotten some seat time on the bike now and I’ve also got plenty of wrenching and modifying in on it as well so I’d like to share my experiences and research to help you decide if this is a good bike for you.įirst, let’s take a look at the basic specifications and features of this bike. Is the Hawk 250 worth it? Yes the Hawk 250 Enduro is totally worth the asking price and with a little bit of knowledge going into your purchase you can be a very happy and fulfilled Chinese dual sport owner for many years and miles to come. I’ve had it for a few months and a number of miles now so it’s time to share my findings with the world. So you’ve heard about the Hawk, or maybe your buddy got one or you saw an online ad, but what is it and can it really be any good for such little money? Oh I’ve been there my friend, I had all the same thoughts and questions but I took a leap of faith and bought one.
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