Noob from CO

[homebrewed]

When I say noob, I mean it! I have never even owned a motorcycle...and still don't. BUT, I will be heading out tomorrow evening to purchase an '08 LF200GY from an individual about 80 miles away. He has it plated and registered and the bike has only 300k on the clock, that's what, 186 miles!? He’s asking $1450, but I’ll wave some cash around and can probably take it for 1300 even. Best part of it is he purchased new at a registered American Lifan Dealer. That will make me sleep better even if he won’t budge on the price. Anyway, I just wanted to say hello and thank the community for providing some great information (I’ve been poaching for some time). I look forward to contributing some info, or at least some pics in the near future!

[CrazyCarl]

Right on HB and welcome to the two wheeled world!
It was for sure one of the biggest things to happen in my life and, I'm sure, the lives of many members on here. Did you take the MSF class?

Even though 200cc might not seem like a lot, it's enough to get you in trouble and still get killer fuel economy. Keep us posted on how things progress!

Ride Safe, Have Fun,
CC

[homebrewed]

Thank you for the warm welcome CC. Picked up the bike last night and now just waiting for the helmet to arrive tomorrow. Even though I'm a bit rusty it's still a fun little bike. I can't wait to get a few hours in the saddle to see what it can do. I can really see why people like these bikes so much, such a great bike for the price! Anyway, thanks again CC and the MCM community, pics coming soon.

[DanKearney]

Hey HomeBrewed,

I'm over on the other side of the divide near Black Hawk. Congrats on your first China Moto. I don't own a China Moto myself, but have been posting and absorbing information and making friends on this site for a while. Couldn't ask for a better resource!

I've got a Yamaha XT225 that I use on and off-road. Drop me a line if you're interested in riding.

Cheers,

Dan K.
Black Hawk, CO

[homebrewed]

Much appreciated Dan! I just got the bike insured and the helmet in today. I took it out for a few miles and WOW, what a blast! I’ll definitely take you up on that offer, I just need to do some routine maintenance on the bike before I can trust it on the open road; oil change, jetting (I’m at 8300’), chain tension, and a double check of every bolt on the bike. Colorado seems to have some of the most scenic rides in the US and I would like nothing more than to get out there and enjoy it. I’ll get back to you.
Cheers,
HB

[kingmarty45]

Much appreciated Dan! I just got the bike insured and the helmet in today. I took it out for a few miles and WOW, what a blast! I’ll definitely take you up on that offer, I just need to do some routine maintenance on the bike before I can trust it on the open road; oil change, jetting (I’m at 8300’), chain tension, and a double check of every bolt on the bike. Colorado seems to have some of the most scenic rides in the US and I would like nothing more than to get out there and enjoy it. I’ll get back to you.
Cheers,
HB

Make sure you take your camera with you, 8,300' is higher than anywhere in Australia!

Welcome and safe riding mate.