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The best way to break in your Chinabike! feat. Lifan X-Pect
Amsoil SAE 30 Break In Oil is your best friend when you buy a new bike! This ultra high zinc oil is specially formulated to help seat the rings quickly and lube the cam lobes, valvetrain, bearings and cylinder during the critical first 300 - 500 miles!
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Two 'Must Do' mods for your Chinabike! [Lifan X-Pect]
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The best $35 you can spend to improve the 'quality of life' of your Chinabike experience :)
Lifan X-Pect Chain Adjustment [How To]
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A quick and easy 5 minute job, a set of Channel Lock pliers and a 1/2" wrench is all you need!
Lifan 200cc Valve Lash Adjustment
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Skip to 2:00 to get straight to valve lash adjustment! Valve lash specs and tools needed below! Here's the Valve Lash specs on these 197cc Lifan motors, and how to check/set it! Lifan 197cc engine - Used in Lifan X-Pect, Lifan KPR200, Lifan KPM200, etc. Intake Valve Lash - Between 0.06mm and 0.08mm. I split the difference and go for 0.07mm Exhaust Valve Lash - 0.05mm You will need a 10mm socket...
Lifan X-Pect Mechanical Woes!
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* * * UPDATE * * * It's fixed! The valve lash was out of adjustment (I made a video on this channel on how to do it). Also if you're experiencing something similar, read through the comments here on this video, people posted all sorts of good things to check!! New Lifan X-Pect, less then 100 miles. Starts to cut out and intermittently die then fire up again after several miles of riding. When i...

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  • @SuperYouvid
    @SuperYouvid Місяць тому

    I had a bike that had a "spine" in the air intake tube that came undone and turned sideways. Buke soeed went way down though would go up and down occasionally due to the piece moving around. Removed the piece and all good since.

  • @SuperYouvid
    @SuperYouvid Місяць тому

    Did u figure the problem?

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 5 місяців тому

    No need for taking the fuel tank off. Also totally possible that you just have to take off 1 side fender, not both, def not the entire bike cover.

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 5 місяців тому

    Led light seems to focus too high. Anyone knows how to lower the headlight?

  • @Jay-q6t2d
    @Jay-q6t2d 5 місяців тому

    2023 .03 intake .05 exhaust

  • @phillecompte7534
    @phillecompte7534 6 місяців тому

    Check the valves might be too tight

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 6 місяців тому

    You want to use Lucas TB zinc break-in oil, pour 1 to 2 oz in the shipping oil, ride around for 10-15 minutes, or 1-2 miles, and flush. Next oil change should be done around 100 miles. At 300 miles You probably couldn't see the metallic flakes, because they got grinded up so bad, they've become small like flour.

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 6 місяців тому

    I used a 24mm wrench to bend the oem shifter back. I'll also put a LED light in there.

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 6 місяців тому

    Check the chain tension by sitting on the bike. The chain needs to have <0.5" play when you sit on it, and can't be tight.

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 6 місяців тому

    I wonder if all the plastics and tank removal is necessary. On all other bikes it's .02 on the intake, and .03 on the exhaust. There should also be access to a nut that will rotate the engine.

  • @ProDigit80
    @ProDigit80 6 місяців тому

    Too bad I saw this 4 years later. I would guess the bike is running too lean. It runs richer until it gets hot. There is supposedly a procedure you can do to reset the fuel injection. Zinc is only good during break in. Never put more zinc in the bike after the break in, as regular engine oil has just the right amount. Hopefully you got it figured out by now.

  • @shanes1156
    @shanes1156 9 місяців тому

    Channel locks on the axle nut? No torque ratchet to tighten it back up? Chain adjustment explanation was great but please buy proper tools.

  • @Smalltechguy
    @Smalltechguy 10 місяців тому

    They have a set of three valve lash tools to help make adjustments much quicker because trying to tighten the nut without holding the other section will just make it turn in to tight and you have to keep loosening and tightening a few times. What year is your bike?

  • @erice5429
    @erice5429 10 місяців тому

    the TUSK Folding Shift Lever Black/Blue Tip for Yamaha YZ250 1996-1998 fits better. I try both of them. Thanks

  • @kennyhelms277
    @kennyhelms277 11 місяців тому

    Check the TMAP

  • @erice5429
    @erice5429 11 місяців тому

    Thanks.. Any more upgrades?

  • @jonneet2126
    @jonneet2126 Рік тому

    Is this one push rod or overhead cam?

  • @chadpugh7661
    @chadpugh7661 Рік тому

    I have the same bike but it's an apollo (same engine) and I'm at 2800miles and she still runs like new

  • @williammoss1310
    @williammoss1310 Рік тому

    😂😂😂😂

  • @barryjohnson1484
    @barryjohnson1484 Рік тому

    Just ordered my xpect yesterday. Do you still have yours? How is it holding up? Should I adjust valves before riding. Very new to this. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

  • @KooshiesElectronics
    @KooshiesElectronics Рік тому

    Go back to carb

  • @patrickwilliams9611
    @patrickwilliams9611 Рік тому

    you need to hold the adjuster screw when doing up the locknuts as they will tighten up when you do the lock nuts hence your issue in the video

  • @patrickwilliams9611
    @patrickwilliams9611 Рік тому

    you didn't need to adjust your intake then

  • @stonedmusiciangamr-smg8938

    Are their any universal front covers or body kits for this? I just ordered one but wanted all different small parts for it. I didn't find anything 😅

  • @EricssonDavantes-xm2rm
    @EricssonDavantes-xm2rm Рік тому

    How many mile did you use that break in oil?

  • @tightlinesandfastbikes
    @tightlinesandfastbikes Рік тому

    Have you had any valve issues with the kpm

  • @scrambler69-xk3kv
    @scrambler69-xk3kv Рік тому

    why would you make a video on a windy day? pick a calm day or move inside we can not hear a god damn thing you are saying.( what an idiot)

  • @grominwithrob1339
    @grominwithrob1339 2 роки тому

    Holy crap, you can hear the valves tapping! I bet they tightened up on the exhaust side. I have a Honda Grom that keeps getting tight on the exhaust side. I check around every 700 miles or so.

  • @iethemgemici
    @iethemgemici 2 роки тому

    hello what are the gap values ​​for the Lifan gy3b

  • @glenalim5374
    @glenalim5374 2 роки тому

    Most likely the valve clearance needs to be check.

  • @tominmo8865
    @tominmo8865 2 роки тому

    Nice video! One tip: no need to remove the gas tank. Just undo the rear bolt and prop it up on a small piece of 2x4 or whatever is around. You can get the valve cover off pretty easily. -- Exhaust is always looser! Because the exhaust valve gets hotter. Most likely that was the original problem. Reverse those measurements: .05mm for intake and .06 - 08mm for exhaust. Whoever gave them to you that way doesn't know what he is doing. -- For an emergency field repair, yeah you can bump the motor to get to the compression stroke. But for doing it at home with all your tools handy, do it the right way. Pull the spark plug; pull the big round left cover on the lower left of the motor to access the crank bolt; pull the small inspection cover above it to find TDC. This is an essential task every motorcyclist should know how to do. When you do it in the field, you still should let it sit overnight to cool down so you get accurate readings. -- The problem with using the motor bump method is that the motor might not be exactly on compression stroke TDC. Highly likely it isn't at TDC actually. One of the valves might be slightly on its cam ramp, either going on or coming off, so that when you measure the gap you would have an inaccurate reading. Slightly loose on the exhaust won't hurt anything probably, since the exhaust valve stem expands more than the intake one does, but slightly loose on the intake means loss of power. You will wonder what the problem is since you "just adjusted the valves". But did it wrong. --Better than bumping the motor as you did would be to pull the little inspection cover and turn the motor over in a higher gear while moving the bike forward slowly. Use the inspection port and a flashlight to ensure you are actually at TDC, with both valves loose (there are two TDCs in a 4-stroke, and one is the wrong one). You would of course pull the spark plug so there's no compression. But it's much easier to turn the crank, and control it, with a breaker bar and the right socket.

    • @techbyluke6396
      @techbyluke6396 Рік тому

      Anyway you can make a video on this

    • @DrewReckless
      @DrewReckless Рік тому

      Yea this is a tad bit too complicated to eolain thriugh text for brand new riders

    • @thunderbear0
      @thunderbear0 8 місяців тому

      Someone who recently start doing biking and want to learn motorbike mechanics. This is very useful information. We'll explained

  • @tominmo8865
    @tominmo8865 2 роки тому

    Everyone who gets a Chinabike should immediately check the valve lash. Most of the manufacturers adjust them too tight, so this problem and solution are very common. Also replace the Chinese spark plug, if yours has one, with an NGK. I had a '21 X-pect, great little bike, but traded up to a KPX. Mainly for better highway power and stability, normal-size dualsport rims, and a flat seat. Also a great bike.

  • @sacredsounds4234
    @sacredsounds4234 2 роки тому

    Seems like there arre a lot of issues with these chinese bikes.

  • @mikga45
    @mikga45 2 роки тому

    Tight intake valves, as it gets warm valve expands and reduces fuel air mixture.

  • @SirGolfalot-
    @SirGolfalot- 2 роки тому

    calculate how many Ounces are 1.1 Quarts. we have to multiply 1.1 by 32 and divide the product by 1. So for 1.1 we have: (1.1 × 32) ÷ 1 = 35.2 ÷ 1 = 35.2 Ounces. So finally 1.1 qt = 35.2 fl oz.

  • @fernandocamarena5634
    @fernandocamarena5634 2 роки тому

    My lifan only starts when i give it gas once it hits below 1.5 rps it shuts off

    • @garybrady7245
      @garybrady7245 11 місяців тому

      Sounds like carburetor jetting issue

  • @lycanit
    @lycanit 2 роки тому

    Nice upgrades I just did the light.

  • @michaelcallahan3450
    @michaelcallahan3450 2 роки тому

    Nice video. I have the same bike. No issues yet.

  • @1sinister80
    @1sinister80 2 роки тому

    Does anybody know what size rear shock is on the KPM 200? I am needing a replacement and want to do a heavy duty shock. Also anybody know what rear sprocket would be better for that bike. I hear it's a 49 tooth would a 45 give better low end?

    • @Branman1583
      @Branman1583 2 роки тому

      I believe you can find some parts on Ali express, but I'm not sure if there's an aftermarket rear shock to upgrade to heavy duty. I just bought the kpm 200 myself, and I'm almost positive that you can adjust the stock rear shock to ride higher or lower based on the amount of weight on the bike. As far as the sprockets, yes. It does come stock with a 49 tooth sprocket in the rear. Changing to a 45 tooth would take away some of your acceleration, but would slightly increase your top speed. The 49 tooth gives you great pick up from a stop, but typically tops out at about 70 mph in 6th gear. Think of it as a mountain bike, the bigger sprocket in the back, the easier it is to pedal, but the faster you have to pedal to keep the same speed. The smaller the rear sprocket, the harder it is to get going, but once up to speed, you go alot faster.

    • @1sinister80
      @1sinister80 2 роки тому

      @@Branman1583 After some time I think I'll leave the sprockets alone. The bike is so weak it isn't logical to make it go any slower it would be dangerous. As far as the shock you can adjust 3 spots for more height but the shock is more of a street bike style and is very tight. I turned mine into a scrambler with engine guards and dirt tires so I want a soft long stroke shock for dirt riding. My kidneys will thank me.

  • @kentuckyearl8202
    @kentuckyearl8202 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the info 👍

  • @LosAngelesSparks
    @LosAngelesSparks 2 роки тому

    Any replacement battery ideas for the KPR 200?

  • @bobadler3097
    @bobadler3097 2 роки тому

    I'd recommend putting a wrench on the adjustment screw when you are tightening the lock nut so it doesn't spin as you tighten. That's why it has the square top.

  • @johnbeckley3613
    @johnbeckley3613 2 роки тому

    Sounds like it's vapor locking a friend of mine had the same problem with his boom Vader so he took the gasket off of the gas cap and then it was fine

  • @WillGingery
    @WillGingery 2 роки тому

    My Mustang did the same exact thing. it was the O2 sensor.

  • @Brandon-lx8hh
    @Brandon-lx8hh 2 роки тому

    Would this be recommended for a Lifan KPM 200

  • @zteburner5882
    @zteburner5882 2 роки тому

    Is your xpect carb or efi?

    • @chinabikeadventures1166
      @chinabikeadventures1166 2 роки тому

      They're all EFI.

    • @zteburner5882
      @zteburner5882 2 роки тому

      @@chinabikeadventures1166 thank you for the quick response and the uploaded videos. Would the Lifan KP and KPM 200 essentially carry the same engine as the Xpect, except for the 6 speed transmission?

  • @anthonytadena4235
    @anthonytadena4235 2 роки тому

    I sincerely appreciate you showing and teaching us about your bike. I'm torn in getting a tw200 or xt250 or a bike like yours! Convince me I can trust this Chinese made bike?!🙏

    • @chinabikeadventures1166
      @chinabikeadventures1166 2 роки тому

      The Chinese bikes have been really good to me so far, however I will be honest with you, if you can afford a TW200 or a XT250, I've had several of each over the years and they are FANTASTIC bikes and I'd encourage you to get one of those if it's in your budget just because they are SO nice.

  • @rydazim
    @rydazim 2 роки тому

    Any videos about that KPM200 in the background? I have one on the way and haven't been able to find much about it online.

  • @usmcguy6478
    @usmcguy6478 2 роки тому

    Would that shifter fit a kpm200?

    • @chinabikeadventures1166
      @chinabikeadventures1166 2 роки тому

      I also have a KPM-200, it uses a different shifter design and it will not work.

    • @usmcguy6478
      @usmcguy6478 2 роки тому

      @@chinabikeadventures1166 okay thanks!

  • @mikepredosa65
    @mikepredosa65 2 роки тому

    Just wanted to write and say thanks for this video! My Lifan xpect started doing the exact same thing, and thanks to your video, I was able to fix the issue! 👍

    • @joeme8899
      @joeme8899 2 роки тому

      hey. was the valve lashing the issue?