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I recently bought a used Zongshen 125GY-A
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I don't know where the choke is. It's not on the left handlebar grip like on most bikes. Maybe it's on the engine, but I don't know where. I asked a random guy at a bike shop: he said there is no choke, and if I have trouble starting the bike (say in cold weather) then just use the kick start. I haven't had any major problems starting my bikes so far.
Do some motorcycles not have a choke?
It's probably a lever on the carb, but bikes differ. :thumbsup:
Like ZMC said, it's probably a little black lever on the carb, usually on the left side but it will vary. Sometimes they are little plunger like knobs that pull out, but usually you'll find a little lever.
The only carbs I've seen without a choke lever are scooter carbs which sometimes have an auto-choke. I don't think I've ever seen a C-Moto without a choke.
Pics of the left and right sides of the carb and the handlebar would help.
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Lever, usually black, on left hand side of carburettor. Did someone from the trade really say there wasn't a choke...?. You might as well ask Stevie Wonder.
Thanks guys, I've found my choke. As mentioned, it's a black lever on the left side of the carb.
One more step away from "complete novice" :)
[QUOTE=Dan H.;7706]I recently bought a used Zongshen 125GY-A
Hello Dan, i wanted to ask you about this bike. How is your feeling so far? Im wating now for the Zongshen 150GY... but when I tested and compared with the 200CC feels a bit unconfortable for small trips. More like a 100% offroad bike.
Thanks,
Alex.-
Dan ....novices are experts waiting to gain knowledge ..thanks to the good people on here you are closer..forums can be worth their weight in gold for knowledge..and friendships..:thumbsup:
Alex,
This was my first bike. I was looking for something cheap and simple, so when I found this used dual-sport 125 for a decent price, I took it.
It's had two issues (sticking accelerator, and the back brake locked up), but these issues have been sorted out (hopefully for good). I guess it's got about as much power as you can expect from a 125, which is not much at all, but then again it seems that 99% of the bikes roaming around the Chinese countryside are 125-150.
If I were choosing between a new Zongshen 125 and a new Zongshen 200, I would definitely get the 200: here in Wuhan, the prices are 6500 and 8600 rmb respectively, and I think the extra 2100 rmb is worth the extra power.
Dan
For sure. Especially if you're planning on touring.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dan H.
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Originally Posted by Dan H.
Hi Dan. Thanks a lot for your quick reply. Im in Beijing, and here is difficult to get a 250cc or above. The Dealer told me is becaouse the PLATE, im trying to get a Jing A. Already have a Jing B on my Kinlon 200cc.
Re: Zonghshen 200cc or 150cc, maybe i need to open a new thread? But here is what i have so far:
150cc: There are 3 versions. PRO / SEMI-PRO & STREET. I wanted the SEMI PRO becaouse it has Alluminium Frame and inverted front shock absorver.
All versions have Disk Brakes (front and rear), water cooler and 21"/19". Plus a nice off-road design and good quality components. 12,7HP 8500 RPM
Pros: Nice design, "professional" chinese componentes. With the alluminium frame i hope to get 1 extra HP? Maybe 2? Not sure. You can really climb a mountain with this bike a have a lot of fun. The 200cc is too heavy for that (my POV, i just did a quick test drive). It is also much more suitable to ride with boots and stand on the pedals (without feeling you will fell down at any minute).
Cons: 100% Off-Road, not confortable for small trips. And maybe too high RPMs for such small bike, probable the engine will last less than the 200cc. It is not a 50/50 bike as they try to sell it. The water cooler system is quite simple, but can be always a complication.
Link: http://www.zongsheninternational.com...geContentID=88
200cc: There is only 1 version. Air cooler. Front Disk brake and Rear drum brake. And a bit small size: 17"/15".
Still looks like an old 90's bike. Similar to the QingQi 200 (Carl's favorite?). 14,7 HP 7500RPM.
Pros: Simple engine, very confortable riding position.
Cons: Rear Drum Brake. Probably not very important for the speed can reach. But you know you need good brakes riding in any chinese city.
Too small wheels! Too heavy.
Link:
http://www.zongsheninternational.com...5/Default.aspx
Well, now the dealer call me saying the dont have the 150cc SEMI-PRO, so i need to choose probably between the Zongshen 200 and the QingQi 200.
Cheers,
Alex.-
Agree with you Carl. Thank you!Quote:
Originally Posted by CrazyCarl