Dong Fang DF 250 RTB Bobber Information

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Originally Posted by barnone

Ebay search with "CDI CG250"
AC I can't remember but the one off your DF is a 6 pin, right?

Here is one for $8.50 shipped
http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-PIN-CDI-IG...lRbsiq&vxp=mtr

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yes 6 pin but you will find that's not a good determining criteria, AC and DC are both come 6 pin, Ive also found boxes with both vertical ad horizontal pins, and molex connectors that are both squared and rounded, not to mention they range from $3.50 to a lot more, so that brings quality into the equation...

My DF has vertical pins, rounded connectors, and only one wire on the 2 wire header which may indicate it is more likely be DC.
That that ebay link shows one with horizontal pins, squared connectors, and is AC...
3 strikes and your out barnone!!
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Originally Posted by axa

yes 6 pin but you will find that's not a good determining criteria, AC and DC are both come 6 pin, Ive also found boxes with both vertical ad horizontal pins, and molex connectors that are both squared and rounded, not to mention they range from $3.50 to a lot more, so that brings quality into the equation...

My DF has vertical pins, rounded connectors, and only one wire on the 2 wire header which may indicate it is more likely be DC.
That that ebay link shows one with horizontal pins, squared connectors, and is AC...
3 strikes and your out barnone!!
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axa,
If you are so smart then why do you ask for help!

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Originally Posted by barnone

axa,
If you are so smart then why do you ask for help!

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Quick question; the rep for Dong Fang went to my friend Alan who manages Excalibur Motorsports in So. Cal to see if Excalibur would distribute their products. Excalibur has left the Chinese bike industry to concentrate on distributing TGB scooters from Taiwan, but they can still obtain many bikes for drop-shipping from whoever sells product as they are a licensed distributor after all. I told him that he should carry DF products, or at least drop-ship them. Are you guys happy overall with your bikes, all things considered (i.e. the Chinese part)? I have not seen too many people on Chinariders with any of the DF enduros, nor any other product. This thread seems to be the only ongoing, active thread regarding any of DF's products, so I thought I would ask...

I am happy with my 2012 DF250RTB-A as it has been almost problem free except for a ignition switch that did not always work without a little wiggling of the key so I replaced it. Oh and the original battery only lasted two years. I own five bikes and it is the only one without a kick starter.

I only have 5k miles on it. Do not expect a spirited ride on the DF as it is low powered and not much can be done to increase the hp.
I feel attempts to increase the power will just cause issues. Mine is pretty much stock except for the rear sprocket change as it comes geared very low. 45 tooth changed to 35 tooth.

A friend here in Western North Carolina might buy mine and if so I will order a new 2016 green one. Otherwise I will just keep the one I have.

It sure draws a crowd any time I stop. I now tell them it is a 1918 Indian and they are happy.

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Originally Posted by ben2go

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so if its the the judgment of you both that smart people should ask for help then you should read this to enlighten you... http://www.inc.com/kevin-daum/the-7-...rt-people.html
Anyway, apparently no one knows what cdi is needed, confirms it was a very good question indeed.

Does anyone know what kind of seat would fit on the 2010 df250rtb so that i could ride with a passenger, and if you could post a link to the seat that would be great! thanks.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by axa

so if its the the judgment of you both that smart people should ask for help then you should read this to enlighten you... http://www.inc.com/kevin-daum/the-7-...rt-people.html
Anyway, apparently no one knows what cdi is needed, confirms it was a very good question indeed.

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Says I have to login.

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Originally Posted by df250rtb project

Does anyone know what kind of seat would fit on the 2010 df250rtb so that i could ride with a passenger, and if you could post a link to the seat that would be great! thanks.:thumbsup:

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There is none and I don't think the fender stays can support another person on top of it.

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Originally Posted by ben2go

Says I have to login.

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well if you were one of us smart people you would know how to get around that... (ie there is a query field on the root site)

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Originally Posted by axa

well if you were one of us smart people you would know how to get around that... (ie there is a query field on the root site)

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Didn't see one.

Quick question between arguing and what-not. For those of you who own the bobber, how many miles do you have on your bike? (Hopefully your speedo still works :lol8:) I want to gauge how reliable these engines are compared to other Chinese brands we have in the US, since the same 229cc engine is used across their lineup.

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Originally Posted by culcune

Quick question between arguing and what-not. For those of you who own the bobber, how many miles do you have on your bike? (Hopefully your speedo still works :lol8:) I want to gauge how reliable these engines are compared to other Chinese brands we have in the US, since the same 229cc engine is used across their lineup.

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my top end blew out with like 500 or a 1000 miles.
a valve dropped, hard to know the specific cause but for what its worth its not like i was neglecting it.

One other guy pm'd me with the same issue.
Id say these are exceptions to the norm but it'll happen.

DC DCI
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-CDI-GY6-G...-/381796697161

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Originally Posted by culcune

Quick question between arguing and what-not. For those of you who own the bobber, how many miles do you have on your bike? (Hopefully your speedo still works :lol8:) I want to gauge how reliable these engines are compared to other Chinese brands we have in the US, since the same 229cc engine is used across their lineup.

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5k miles on my DF. IMHO they are pretty reliable if you don't monkey with them and rev them out all the time.

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Originally Posted by axa

so if its the the judgment of you both that smart people should ask for help then you should read this to enlighten you... http://www.inc.com/kevin-daum/the-7-...rt-people.html
Anyway, apparently no one knows what cdi is needed, confirms it was a very good question indeed.

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I searched back and found where you and I talked about the CDI. I posted a reply where I replaced my existing CDI with a "racing" CDI.

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As an aside, I got one of the "racing CDI" installed and it appears to have raised the top rpm by 800 or more. The engine sounds better with it installed. Higher top speed like my old 2010 DF.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/250908061794...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT "

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Originally Posted by barnone

I searched back and found where you and I talked about the CDI. I posted a reply where I replaced my existing CDI with a "racing" CDI.

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As an aside, I got one of the "racing CDI" installed and it appears to have raised the top rpm by 800 or more. The engine sounds better with it installed. Higher top speed like my old 2010 DF.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/250908061794...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT "

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Thanks for chiming in on my ongoing marketing research project :icon10:

As far as the CDI--the one you linked to is for a GY6 150cc scooter engine according to the Ebay ad. Are they universal and will work for the 229cc, and the 200cc vertical singles?

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Originally Posted by culcune

Thanks for chiming in on my ongoing marketing research project :icon10:

As far as the CDI--the one you linked to is for a GY6 150cc scooter engine according to the Ebay ad. Are they universal and will work for the 229cc, and the 200cc vertical singles?

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The one from Ebay works with my DF's 167fmm engine. Probably not worth going with it.

I found the original CDI that came with my 2012 DF250RTB-A in my parts box.


I'm not sure that the market needs another Dong Fang retailer.
Some below and I am assume there are more.

http://www.saferwholesale.com/250cc-...qO0aArgO8P8HAQ

http://www.superiorpowersports.com/2...f250mc-rtb.htm

http://www.extreme-scooters.com/MC-D...pper-250cc.htm

And now on Ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/182221096409?ul_noapp=true

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DONGFANG-RTB...3D182221096409

"US EPA DOT APPROVED
NO CARB (This unit is not for sale in the state of California)
This unit is also not for sale in the state of NJ and PA"

I might sell my DF to a guy who wants it here in the mountains now that they are available again. Wonder what year they are?
I wanna a green one to match my mini hack. Make the DF a US Army model.
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After seeing the current prices... I think you would be better off just buying a "rattle can" of OD green and maybe a stencil of a US Army star for the tank.

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Originally Posted by SR.MAILMAN

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After seeing the current prices... I think you would be better off just buying a "rattle can" of OD green and maybe a stencil of a US Army star for the tank.

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Yep, I just stenciled USA on the ammo cans and called it good. A new one plus the mods needed plus sales tax,etc is a lot more money.
Just got back from a long ride on her and she is doing just fine.

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Originally Posted by barnone

The one from Ebay works with my DF's 167fmm engine. Probably not worth going with it.

I found the original CDI that came with my 2012 DF250RTB-A in my parts box.


I'm not sure that the market needs another Dong Fang retailer.
Some below and I am assume there are more.

http://www.saferwholesale.com/250cc-...qO0aArgO8P8HAQ

http://www.superiorpowersports.com/2...f250mc-rtb.htm

http://www.extreme-scooters.com/MC-D...pper-250cc.htm

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touché, so its a DC, as suspected.
for clarity would you point me to a current link to the "Racing" cdi you believe might have given you the 800 higher top end?
I cant tell one listing from another really, and that links dead , id like to try this...

ORDER DATEMay 02, 2014

ORDER TOTALUS $22.49 See description Order Performance racing ignition DC CDI coil GY6 scooterView similar itemsView seller's other itemsMore actions

1 item sold by nine-cnc

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/i/250908...0/s-l140/p.jpg Performance racing ignition DC CDI coil GY6 scooter ( 250908061794 ) Add note

ITEM PRICE:US $22.49

Here is the one I bought. You can find one like it on Ebay.

Made my last Dragon run on the DF today here in the mountains of Western North Carolina because this candy ass is headed to Floriduh on Saturday.

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Originally Posted by barnone

headed to Floriduh on Saturday.

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Since it is election time, watch out for hanging chads!:lol8:

Last run on the Dragon before heading south for the winter.
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Loaded up and ready for the road.

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Great photos of your ride on the Dragon! The photo of your trailer--is that your entire collection?

I could not fit the mini hack on the trailer and the CT70 clone is already in Florida.
I swear I am going to sell some of them this winter.:lol8:


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So I need some information, hopefully Barnone or someone can help. I am installing new tail light and turn signals on this bike. Took it to a local bike repair place after I failed to wire them correctly. When I tried to wire them, nothing worked. I talked to the guy today and he said he has no idea, anyone have a wiring diagram or solutions for this? Do I need a new wiring harness? What am I doing wrong. Also looking for a new seat for this, I have a df-rtb-B