Big Boy SMR250

[lcilliers]

Hi, anyone have any experience with the Big Boy SMR20 ?

[CrazyCarl]

lcilliers,

One of the difficulties of this site is that it's relatively new (only 6 months by now) and tries to include Chinese motorcycle riders/industries from all over the world. Since there are hundreds of manufacturers and this is multiplied by hundreds more importers (and bike badges) in various countries, it's sometimes hard to find info and experiences on particular bikes.

As far as I know, you're the first poster (maybe in most of cyberspace) to ask about this bike. One one hand that's discouraging but on the other hand, it's a great opportunity for a person to start a chain of knowledge and get some info/experiences about the bike into the world community so that others may also learn.

Some folks are up for it while others aren't. This is totally understandable as it takes a good amount of energy and time to make even one really well composed, informative and attractive post.

Either way, I'd like to hear (and/or see) more about your new ride if you have the time.

Paz,
CC

[lcilliers]

I have only had the bike for a couple of weeks so, but will keep you updated on my experience with the bike.

From what I could find on the web
http://kaxamotos.en.ec21.com/product...e_HONDA_CRF250

The bike is manufactured by Cina Kaxa Motos C0.Ltd ,below are the listed specs: SAME SIZE AS HONDA CRF250

Engine Type: LONCIN 250cc,Water Cooled,4 Stroke,Single Cylinder,OHC
Cooling System: Water Cooled
Compression: 9.5:1
Bore/Stroke: 70mm x 64.8mm
Maximum Power /Rotating Speed: 15.5KW / 7000rpm
Starting System: Electric + Kick Start
Clutch Type: Heavy Duty Wet Multiplate
Transmission: 5 SPEED Manual - 1N2345 (1 Down, 4 Up)
Carburetor: 30mm Carburetor
Ignition: CDI
Fuel Type: High Octane Unleaded Fuel (92 or higher)
Engine Oil Grade Non Synthetic 10W/40SF 4 Stroke Engine Oil
Magneto Type: Electronic Ignition System
Final Drive: Gold KMC #520 Chain
Spark Plug: Genuine NGK Spark Plug

Material
Frame Twin Spar Frame
Swingarm Alloy
Controls Alloy
Triple Clamps Alloy
Handlebar Alloy
Handlebar Grip Soft High Grip Rubber

Front and rear lights,turn front and rear lights,digital speedmeter,mirrors,horns.
Front wheel:110/70-17"

Rear wheel:130/70-17"

Front Suspension: 47mm Adjustable Upside Down Forks (200mm Max Travel)
Rear Suspension: Adjustable Nitrogen Charged Rear Gas Shock.


Front Brake: Hydraulic Brake with Wave Disc Rotor, Twin Piston Caliper
Rear Brake: Hydraulic Brake with Wave Disc Rotor, Twin Piston Caliper

Dimensions/packing
L x W x H: 2140mm x 790mm x 1240mm
Seat Height: 910mm
Wheelbase: 1470mm
Ground Clearance: 320mm
Tank capabilit:y 7.2 L

[CrazyCarl]

Besides the smallish tank, that's pretty sweet! Water cooled with both electric/kick start is not too common in C-Motos.

Is the engine counter balanced and how much was it? Where did you get it and what are the warranty/parts availability like?

Sorry for more questions!

CC

[lcilliers]

I must agree the tank is a bit small, this means I will be refueling on a daily basis.
I am not sure if the engine is counter balanced, the bike was about $1800 USD. I bought it from Adrenalin Bikes here in Pretoria,South Africa, but it is imported by a company here called Big Boy Scooters, they provide a 1year warranty on the bike and support the product with spares. I must say these guy's have provided me with great service so far and spares does not seem to be a problem, I had a oil leak on my rear shock when I got the bike and they replaced the shock without any delay and much appologies.

I have now replaced my front and rear wheel bearings as a precaution, my past experience with chinese bikes have tought me that they do not use the best bearings around, I paid $13 USD for 4x new TIMKEN bearings. I have also ordered a blank 34-Teeth rear sprocket(it comes out with a 42T), as there is no standard Japanese Bike sprocket that fits. This should add an extra 27kph to the Top Speed of the bike.

[CrazyCarl]

WOW! 42 to 34T! That's definitely going to give you longer legs. I hope the spacing between gears will not be too long.

Glad to see the dealer gives you good support on the bikes as that's a VERY serious component that is missing in the US. Sounds like both South Africa and Denmark have the US beat on C-Moto parts availability and support.

CC

[lcilliers]

At last I found the manufacturer of this bike of mine
MIKILON.jpg

MIKILON

[DJCW]

hi,

I have the 125 version of this bike in UK and want to get a smaller sprocket as well. I cannot find anywhere to order the part. Do you have any info, part numbers contact etc would be much appreciated.