Thanks for reviewing this bike! I have been seriously looking at it, but held off until I saw this video. Going to order it on Black Friday. Gotta get the Jeep projects finished this week so I have somewhere to put it : )
Right on! Thanks for checking it out 😊 I will have a full detailed trail review posted soon. Also an adorable upgrade video all coming out within a month 👍
Nice clear non biased review, thank you! For the choke lever I have found a couple of O-rings give it a nice resistance to stay right where you place it but still move freely. A buddy had an issue where his choke lever was moving slightly while riding obviously causing overly rich condition and we solved it with the O-rings.
Thanks for checking out my new video and the O ring suggestion! I used a small lock washer on my Templar and it seemed to work pretty good. I will definitely check out the o ring 👍
Hi Mike great to see another video I'm sorry you're getting nasty comments Unfortunately, not all of us graduated kindergarten or Were raised my families that love us. Don't let it get to you mate. I think You're fantastic and do humanity proud and a great service.
Thanks man! I really appreciate reading your comment. Unfortunately yes I have gotten some really bad comments over the years and it seems welding videos and these affordable dirt bike videos really brings out some nasty comments in people 🤣 It’s sure nice to read good ones from people like you. Take care and have a great weekend 👍
I love these videos, I ordered a Templar 250. Tons of information in these videos keep them going Mike! Can’t wait for my bike to come I’ll have these videos playing for sure thank you dude!!!
I just found your channel the other day and subscribed. Holy smokes, where have I been? You really put out some great videos, and I thank you. You do an incredible job of making things simple and viewer friendly. Thanks for all of these videos and your honest reviews. I have an XPro Hawk and it has been incredible. I bought it for my young son and daughter to learn how to ride a motorcycle on and it has been fantastic. After both learn to ride a motorcycle on the hawk, they still argue about who’s going to get to ride it. Even after my son bought a KLR 650, he can’t wait to hop on the hawk and take it for a ride, because it has a great low end first gear, and he says no matter how much he beats it, it just begs for more. This year will be three years of owning the XPro Hawk with over 3000 miles on it and has yet to have any problems whatsoever. Not a single one. And I mentioned this again because my son and daughter have not taken it easy on that bike, it’s been dropped, crashed, ran into boulders and who knows what else they’re afraid to tell me happened. After all of this time, the only thing I’ve had to do is patch a tube, that’s it. Thanks again, keep up the great videos and hard work. It’s appreciated!
Another awesome video Mike! Hope you did OK during the big storm a couple days back. We didn't get anything except some rain on the east side of Washington. Take care!
Please keep us to date on this one Mike, I love your channel and I’m really interested in purchasing this bike. Thank you for all the helpful information you provide and it’s wonderful that you go riding with your son. Stay safe and have an amazing time riding
Thanks for checking out my new video! I should have the full trail ride review coming out soon, it’s a long video but covers a lot of my impressions on this bike. So far I definitely like it. I will have a video covering some mods next month for sure. Take care 👍
Good video... I spent some time at Fort Lewis. I know how the weather is there. Had to have a little rain everyday just to make things more fun. That can make the riding more fun too.
Please tell me that people are not leaving nasty comments on video's like this ? what would be the point ? I cant image how much work it is to film this whole thing and then edit it and everything. Thank You for your hard work. Thanks to you we can find a lower priced bike that is worth the money and wont make us work 2 extra jobs just to pay for it. Love ya brother !!!
Thanks for checking out my videos! I really appreciate reading your comment, unfortunately yes people seem to get really upset that I would review and ride a Chinese bike, you would be surprised just how upset that makes some people. Take care 😊👍
Thanks for checking out my videos Steve! I try to make the videos I would like to see on these bikes, there’s no content on this model yet so I decided to take the dive into it. 🤣 So far I really like it 👍
Cool video brother. I always enjoy your fair reviews of these inexpensive Chinese bikes. If your not afraid of turning a wrench they are good cheap fun, and isn't that what it's all about?
@@MrAdrianjohnson where u order it tho I seen them on Amazon but says non returnable an concerned about that bc what if it comes damage what I do then ?
Definitely enjoyed that. Love the lightweight trail machines. Your garden look neat.. Must take fair bit of your time keeping it so tidy. Or is that Mrs. F ? 😊
Mike, that wire bundle under the rear fender could be protected even more by sleeving over with a bicycle inner tube, and zip tied in place. Literally disconnecting the wires, threading them through the inner tube. Reconnect wires then zip tied both ends closed. Love the videos, keep up the great work.
Mike, when I was younger I seem to get caught up in the "name brand thing." Like you state, "these items do a lot for a little." I think sometimes people get caught up in the menutia of name brands. Items like these allow people to get out there, experience something that may or many not be had if you are caught up in the name brand deal. As you showed, for a fraction of cost you get a "capable' bike that allows you to experience life, rather than be inhibited by cost. In reality, just be happy and experience as much as you can for what you have. Appreciate the information, the breakdown, and just getting out there. Keep up the good work.
Checking in on you Mike! It's been a while. Busy on this end.Thanks for the video and taking the time to make it. I'm down at the veterinarian right now, and this helped pass the time while one of my dogs received some stitches. Fun bike and affordable! The good old days of going down and picking up a new Japanese bike at the dealership for $3,000 are long gone and have been for a while. I remember the good old days of the Honda XR's, which most of these Chinese bikes are copied fom. The Chinese bikes keep getting better and better, and ard worth the price! Tons of fun!
I hope your dog is doing better and the bill wasn’t crazy expensive. I owned an XR 250 that had some aftermarket engine parts on it, it was a great bike, I also owned a XR 650L. My other X pro bike is the Templar 250 and it reminds me a lot of my XR 250 especially the engine, but the Templar has more modern geometry and a flatter seat that goes over the tank. It’s almost identical to my KTM XCW 200 frame and plastics. Honestly I road my Nephews XR 250 and I kind of prefer the Templar a little more. Take care Joe 😊👍
Good Video, Man! I Think Your Setup Procedures Are Spot On. I've Been Following Your Series On The 150 & Look Forward To Your Upgrades On This One. You're lucky To Have Good Trails To Ride On. Thank You. (Like #121 - Comment #15)
Another good video. These cheap bikes are tempting, I held out and bought an 09 KX450 for $1800, needed tires and fork seals. I swapped the levers for break away style. I say just get out and ride, even if it is a "amazon" motorcycle. Thanks for the review. Still interested in one of the 250cc bikes to fart around town on
Will always be thankful for you getting me into basic welding with the titanium 125. My wife wouldn't have a 12x18 metal framed greenhouse made out of repurposed pallet rack laterals without it 😎
Right on man! That’s awesome 😊👍 welding is an awesome skill to know. Pallet racking and the cross bars are great material to use. I’m working on building an attachment for my mini Skid steer at the moment. It’s a hydraulic grapple for moving logs, branches and stuff. The cheaper ones sell for $1200, I think this one will cost me under $200 to build 👍 almost all salvaged 😊
It's great that you emphasize what needs to be done with a brand new, fresh from the shipping crate bike. The temptation would be to tighten a few nuts and go ripping around the yard but your methodical approach will assure better value for dollar spent and give a better, longer use of the bike.
watched the whole thing, of course it runs good its a crf 230 motor. closely related to engines that Honda built from the early 70,s. would suspect that the transmission would bolt in any crf or xr. have done this mod with a Zhongshan to Honda xr. if you have the two 5 speed transmissions on the bench you CAN'T tell the difference. the shift forks are compatible but are the only parts that look different.
Thanks for watching! I will have some other videos on this bike coming out in the next few weeks so keep an eye out for those videos 😊 Have a great weekend 👍
Thanks for all the great info Mike.For under $1500. that looks like a deal and a 1/2. I've wondered about getting a bike to ride areas when camping etc., and that looks perfect for parks and wilderness exploring. Who wants to be worn out when they get back to camp and can't do anything else for the rest of the day.?.The bikes light enough to put on a rack for travelling too. Happy Thanksgiving Mike,and all the fans worldwide.
Love the idea of a cheap toy that's still street able. Thanks for sharing. My only bike right now is a dr650 and considering im not experienced its tough for me in the dirt
gee that looks great! I like the trials bikes I used to ride when I was 300 lbs 6'7" then I was younger too. [contents settle] ;) Ive settled with age 64 now and 6'4" 230 lbs now and have ridden small trail bikes like this one - wow your using grease and blue loctite much like I do, yeah some dont. [ours last longer] :) great job on assembly and care! I was thinking about the Templar, but its heavy [Im old "64" now] and low n slow & being able to toss/put the bike "where" I want it to be is more important to me. I like your approach on this and other things in your vids - sure appreciate Im not the only "old school" type that actually enjoys puttering about on these projects. :) I have ebikes and considering one for trails, but this one will do much better than an ebike [thats out now] oh & Im North Idaho, live in the woods with miles of logging roads n trails, some on belly acres, more nearby - no need for a multipurpose bike here :) are the rims aluminum? [thats why I hold off on the 150] steel for rims on a bike might be a problem. (?)
My titan has done me well in the last year. Red locktite spare bolts and a trickle charger is required. Ive rode the kellys pond loop in sam Houston national forest many times rode hard even after the hurricane. If you know the trail thats pretty impressive ive done 300 miles of that trail. I have 4 china bikes and this titan is so solid for 1600 delivered i trust that bike with my life. Its my therapy its my mule and its a great bike. I only wish it came with a luggage rack. I bolted a lock box with u bolts right to the rear frame. I used some plastic under the bolts to better protect the wiring. My horn bracket broke off so now i have no horn.
I purchased, a titan expro 250, it's the one without gauge cluster and turn signals. Would I be able to buy the storm dlx gauge and turn signals and plug a play for my bike...
You may already know this, but x-pro is just how they rebrand the bikes, there's actually several manufacturers making the x pro line. Lifan (xpect and Kpx250) and zongshen (Hawk, Brozz, and I believe Storm) for example.
Thanks for checking out my videos 👍 Haha Power Sports max are fine to get warranty parts from but they are really short in there email replies, I think commissions aren’t going to happen. I told them about all the videos I have made about the X pro bikes I have bought and they offered me $20 off the next bike I order. Wow 🤣 Take care man 👍
Thanks for informative video. Nice bike xpro filled that gap. And excellent price. I like the size. Unfortunately the max capacity is 176 lbs. I'm to heavy and afraid the wheels and suspension will suffer. I'm looking for a bike 95% local roads in south Florida. This is very close in my price range.
Right on Joe good to hear from you man! Those Kayo bikes seem pretty good, EFI too! I can relate about not having time, between my two kids and jobs, plus there’s always an endless list to do around the house 🤣
Hi Mike. Good to see new content on these chinese bike. Have you thought of the Paladin 300 next? Your clearly a great rider and would probably really enjoy it. By the way those trails look great. Im in Everett area and would love to find those:)
There’s a lot of differences More than I can list in the comment but I can make a video on that soon. The Templar is bigger and heavier. ( closer to a full size bike) The Templar has a true 249cc engine and makes about 4 more HP Templer has more travel on the suspension along with larger rims and tires. That’s just a few of the differences. Keep an eye out for a side by side comparison video soon.
So far I have really been enjoying this Storm 250! Yes I’m working on fabricating a hydraulic Grapple for my mini skid steer at the moment, it’s been a fun project so far, I’m getting some videos of it along the way so I will probably post a video of it once it’s finished 👍
Another outstanding video Mike, thank you. In your next video on the Storm 250 would you please address the rear shock. It looks as though it does not have any linkage to make the suspension progressive. Perhaps this is accomplished with a progressive spring? Also, please compare and contrast the wheel sizes vs the standard Templar. I'm trying to find the best bike to reintroduce my wife to riding after a 2 year hiatus. We now have access to hundreds of miles of Forest Service roads near our home so instead of putting her back on a street bike I'm thinking a light enduro. We have a Templar 250X that I absolutely love but she is a bit intimidated by it's size. The storm 250 may be just the bike for her. Other questions: can the exhaust stinger be removed and a spark arrestor installed as you did on the Templar? To what extent is the engine vibration felt in the bars? If used on roads rather than trails would you install a smaller rear sprocket or is there room to install one tooth large countershaft sprocket? Again, thanks for another very informative video!
A DLX storm it's being shipped from xpro .I have not had a bike in close to 30 years almost 60 years old .Saw your video on 150 that got my blood going I was just thinking about riding then you got Storm 250 and when I saw it I had to get one .Wonder if you can still ride at the Burn or the Flying M Ranch.
Wanting to get a bike soon before summer rolls back around. Ive had street bikes and I have my license and everything. I like the idea of Xpro’s because there cheap and I can learn how to wheeles and ride and all of that stuff on it. What Xpro would you reccomend the most? A storm, a Templar, or a Templar X? (I weigh 180 right now but im planning on losing some weight soon)
I was thinking about getting one of these or the titans cant really decide they both have the same exact motor but this one i think is lighter. The wheel size is basically the difference, i have a feeling its the exact same frame and every thing just different rims. It's really surprising how decent these bikes are. just a few cheap mods and it would be pretty solid.
It's honestly kind of frustrating, it was easy to dismiss the Chinese bikes when they were a cheap knockoff of a name brand bike, but no name brands offer a dual sport at that weight that's that compact. The price makes it pretty tempting as well. I think I can resist for now, but I'll be watching further reviews with interest.
Great video!! I'm looking at buying the 150. Other than the obvious differences, how would you compare the 2 ? I'll be using it 95% for trail riding at the camp. Thank you.
Great stuff Mike. Very fun to see you cruise the trails on it. Maybe it's too early to ask but....which do you prefer....the Templar or the Storm? (I see they have the Templar in a 6-speed now)
Thanks for checking out my new video! It’s had to say because they cover different ranges for me. The Templar is a bit heavier so you feel the weight more on the trails but it’s got more HP and does better on the pavement. The Storm 250 if so light and more nimble on the trails but not as good on the pavement. If I had to pick just one bike for a main dual sport it would be the Templar. If I had to pick just one for tight trail riding it would be the Storm 250.
Hey Mike love your videos. Have a question not related to this video however wondered if you could recommend a tig welder that would be the easiest for a novice to use and learn.
I would say it depends on your budget, the Harbor Freight Titanium welders are a good affordable and simple to use welder. The Flux 125 is good but if you decide to go from Flux wire to MIG with gas you would want to go with at least the MIG 140. There’s a lot of good welders available on Amazon as well. The Brand Arccaptain seems to make a good MIG welder, I have been running that welder at my work for the past 2 years without any issues. Hope this helps 👍
@ okay sorry I missed the TIG part. For a good AC/DC TIG I would recommend the Arccaptain AC TIG 200 I have been using one of the past year and it’s a good affordable TIG order yourself a super flex TIG lead and you will be happy with that machine 👍 or you could get the Vulcan PROTIG
I lived in Washington State for 58 years. Just wondering where you live and ride at. Born in Seattle, grew up in Burien. Lived in Bonney Lake, Puyllup, etc.
I own a CNC shop. I recently bought myself a Hawk Tuah 50. So I've taken an interest in the China bike hobby. I've been trying to figure a simple accessory that i could machine for these bikes and sell, if it's not already on Amazon because a china part would eat my lunch. Any ideas?
Hi mike.im going to get one.i bought the same 150 after seeing your video on it.i also tryed the nibbi 24 and was dissatisfied with it.the 26 nibbi is the right carb for the 150.im hoping to pick it up at powersportmax in calif and bring it back to Arizona. If not its still a great deal.how much hp do you think it has?thankyou mike from lake havasu Arizona
Right on man! Good to know about that Nibbi 24 carb. If you like the 150 you will not be disappointed with the Storm 250 (223cc) I’m still breaking in the engine and I need to re jet the carb and remove the CAT in the header but I bet it makes 15 or 16 HP it feels really similar to a Yamaha XT 225 or a DR 200 with the power, but the bike is a lot lighter and feels great on the trails 👍 I’m definitely going to change out the rear shock for something that’s adjustable.
I purchased, a titan expro 250, it's the one without gauge cluster and turn signals. Would I be able to buy the storm dlx gauge and turn signals and plug a play for my bike...
The Templer is definitely more robust and is more of a full sized dual sport bike. The Storm is just a tiny bit small then a full sized dirt bike. If I was only going to own one dirt bike for street and offroad use it would be the Templar because it will easily do 60 MPH on the road.
@ that’s what I figured. I own a xr200 and a xr250r is the suspension comparable? My xrs are 1987 and 1985. I want something I can do some road riding and light off-roading maybe some slight rough riding just curious if the Templar will have enough power and a decent suspension really
Mike, after watching your videos on the Xpro Storm 250, I got one for Christmas. We finally got this thing all together and finally got it running. Took a while of cranking and charging the battery(yea, I know about chinese batteries). Anyway, it started and the idle is way too high. About 5000 rpms. I tried to lower the idle screw but it does nothing. Is there anything I'm missing. I'm in eastern Tennessee, about 2400 ft elevation. And I have not oiled the air filter yet. I just wanted to get it started first before I finish anything else up. But any advice you can provide on the idle of this bike, I would really appreciate it. I'm 68 yrs old, been riding off road since I was 14(1970) but I am not mechanically inclined. So, any help you can provide will greatly be appreciated. T'hank you and looking forward to riding the trails around here. :)
Mine had a similar issue. It’s the throttle cable probably. Double check your routing of the throttle cable by the headset and behind the headlight. Make sure it’s not bent hard or pulled. Then check the adjuster at the hand throttle and back off the threaded adjuster up there. Make sure when you twist the throttle and let it go with the bike off that you can hear the throttle slide in the carb click when it drops down to the carb.
I ordered mine from power sports max online, I’m in no way affiliated with the company, just a place I have ordered from. Maybe they are still in stock there?
Hey Mike, it looks like the bike is currently unavailable. Do you know if by chance this has been rebranded as the x pro titan? Have you rode on the titan and if so, how’s the height? I’m new to dirt bikes but I’m 5’7 so I thought this bike would be a good fit.
Thanks! I really appreciate it. Yes this is a it smaller then the Templar 250, the Templar 250 is about the same size and a Yamaha XT 225 or a DR 200, the Storm 250 is closer to a CRF 150R or a KX 100 Big wheel I would say.
Always learn something watching mike.
Thanks for reviewing this bike! I have been seriously looking at it, but held off until I saw this video.
Going to order it on Black Friday. Gotta get the Jeep projects finished this week so I have somewhere to put it : )
Awesome! Great work putting this video together and thank you for sharing with us all.
Right on! Thanks for checking it out 😊 I will have a full detailed trail review posted soon. Also an adorable upgrade video all coming out within a month 👍
Nice clear non biased review, thank you! For the choke lever I have found a couple of O-rings give it a nice resistance to stay right where you place it but still move freely. A buddy had an issue where his choke lever was moving slightly while riding obviously causing overly rich condition and we solved it with the O-rings.
Thanks for checking out my new video and the O ring suggestion! I used a small lock washer on my Templar and it seemed to work pretty good. I will definitely check out the o ring 👍
Great informative video. Practical and useful opinion about the inexpensive bike. Really liked the on the trail commentary!
Glad you liked it! I will have a full detailed trail review coming out really soon so keep an eye for that video as well 😊👍
Hi Mike great to see another video
I'm sorry you're getting nasty comments Unfortunately, not all of us graduated kindergarten or Were raised my families that love us. Don't let it get to you mate. I think You're fantastic and do humanity proud and a great service.
Thanks man! I really appreciate reading your comment. Unfortunately yes I have gotten some really bad comments over the years and it seems welding videos and these affordable dirt bike videos really brings out some nasty comments in people 🤣
It’s sure nice to read good ones from people like you. Take care and have a great weekend 👍
Great review , loved extra information too ! Thanks for sharing !!!!!
I love these videos, I ordered a Templar 250. Tons of information in these videos keep them going Mike! Can’t wait for my bike to come I’ll have these videos playing for sure thank you dude!!!
Great vid, Mike! It's cool that you take us along the new bike journey. Can't wait for the next one!
Right on 👍 thanks for coming along 😊
I just found your channel the other day and subscribed. Holy smokes, where have I been? You really put out some great videos, and I thank you. You do an incredible job of making things simple and viewer friendly. Thanks for all of these videos and your honest reviews. I have an XPro Hawk and it has been incredible. I bought it for my young son and daughter to learn how to ride a motorcycle on and it has been fantastic. After both learn to ride a motorcycle on the hawk, they still argue about who’s going to get to ride it. Even after my son bought a KLR 650, he can’t wait to hop on the hawk and take it for a ride, because it has a great low end first gear, and he says no matter how much he beats it, it just begs for more. This year will be three years of owning the XPro Hawk with over 3000 miles on it and has yet to have any problems whatsoever. Not a single one. And I mentioned this again because my son and daughter have not taken it easy on that bike, it’s been dropped, crashed, ran into boulders and who knows what else they’re afraid to tell me happened. After all of this time, the only thing I’ve had to do is patch a tube, that’s it. Thanks again, keep up the great videos and hard work. It’s appreciated!
Another awesome video Mike! Hope you did OK during the big storm a couple days back. We didn't get anything except some rain on the east side of Washington. Take care!
Please keep us to date on this one Mike, I love your channel and I’m really interested in purchasing this bike. Thank you for all the helpful information you provide and it’s wonderful that you go riding with your son. Stay safe and have an amazing time riding
Thanks for checking out my new video! I should have the full trail ride review coming out soon, it’s a long video but covers a lot of my impressions on this bike.
So far I definitely like it.
I will have a video covering some mods next month for sure. Take care 👍
Good video... I spent some time at Fort Lewis. I know how the weather is there. Had to have a little rain everyday just to make things more fun. That can make the riding more fun too.
Very comprehensive, well edited video, Mike!
Right on 👍 thanks man I really appreciate it!
Please tell me that people are not leaving nasty comments on video's like this ? what would be the point ? I cant image how much work it is to film this whole thing and then edit it and everything. Thank You for your hard work. Thanks to you we can find a lower priced bike that is worth the money and wont make us work 2 extra jobs just to pay for it. Love ya brother !!!
Thanks for checking out my videos! I really appreciate reading your comment, unfortunately yes people seem to get really upset that I would review and ride a Chinese bike, you would be surprised just how upset that makes some people.
Take care 😊👍
@@edgarcornette6387 Right bro I'm looking for a few for kids go have fun on
Wow Mike! You are the Review King! Awesome Job!
Thanks for checking out my videos Steve! I try to make the videos I would like to see on these bikes, there’s no content on this model yet so I decided to take the dive into it. 🤣
So far I really like it 👍
Cool video brother. I always enjoy your fair reviews of these inexpensive Chinese bikes. If your not afraid of turning a wrench they are good cheap fun, and isn't that what it's all about?
I have storm 150 and its reliable better than a Yamaha xtz 125 In my opinion for the money!!
@@MrAdrianjohnson where u order it tho I seen them on Amazon but says non returnable an concerned about that bc what if it comes damage what I do then ?
I'm slow he said power sport max same place my cousin got his 7plus years ago @@MrAdrianjohnson
Thank you Mike. Good to see you at it again! Looks like a great value.
Thanks for checking out my new bike video Chris!
Definitely enjoyed that. Love the lightweight trail machines. Your garden look neat.. Must take fair bit of your time keeping it so tidy. Or is that Mrs. F ? 😊
Mike, that wire bundle under the rear fender could be protected even more by sleeving over with a bicycle inner tube, and zip tied in place. Literally disconnecting the wires, threading them through the inner tube. Reconnect wires then zip tied both ends closed.
Love the videos, keep up the great work.
i do zip tie + cut inner tube on all my beta side connexions, can play
the submarine, this is cheap but still the best ;)
Mike, when I was younger I seem to get caught up in the "name brand thing." Like you state, "these items do a lot for a little." I think sometimes people get caught up in the menutia of name brands. Items like these allow people to get out there, experience something that may or many not be had if you are caught up in the name brand deal. As you showed, for a fraction of cost you get a "capable' bike that allows you to experience life, rather than be inhibited by cost. In reality, just be happy and experience as much as you can for what you have. Appreciate the information, the breakdown, and just getting out there. Keep up the good work.
Checking in on you Mike! It's been a while. Busy on this end.Thanks for the video and taking the time to make it. I'm down at the veterinarian right now, and this helped pass the time while one of my dogs received some stitches. Fun bike and affordable! The good old days of going down and picking up a new Japanese bike at the dealership for $3,000 are long gone and have been for a while. I remember the good old days of the Honda XR's, which most of these Chinese bikes are copied fom. The Chinese bikes keep getting better and better, and ard worth the price! Tons of fun!
I hope your dog is doing better and the bill wasn’t crazy expensive.
I owned an XR 250 that had some aftermarket engine parts on it, it was a great bike, I also owned a XR 650L. My other X pro bike is the Templar 250 and it reminds me a lot of my XR 250 especially the engine, but the Templar has more modern geometry and a flatter seat that goes over the tank. It’s almost identical to my KTM XCW 200 frame and plastics. Honestly I road my Nephews XR 250 and I kind of prefer the Templar a little more. Take care Joe 😊👍
Good Video, Man! I Think Your Setup Procedures Are Spot On. I've Been Following Your Series On The 150 & Look Forward To Your Upgrades On This One. You're lucky To Have Good Trails To Ride On. Thank You. (Like #121 - Comment #15)
Another good video. These cheap bikes are tempting, I held out and bought an 09 KX450 for $1800, needed tires and fork seals. I swapped the levers for break away style. I say just get out and ride, even if it is a "amazon" motorcycle. Thanks for the review. Still interested in one of the 250cc bikes to fart around town on
Will always be thankful for you getting me into basic welding with the titanium 125. My wife wouldn't have a 12x18 metal framed greenhouse made out of repurposed pallet rack laterals without it 😎
Right on man! That’s awesome 😊👍 welding is an awesome skill to know.
Pallet racking and the cross bars are great material to use.
I’m working on building an attachment for my mini Skid steer at the moment. It’s a hydraulic grapple for moving logs, branches and stuff. The cheaper ones sell for $1200, I think this one will cost me under $200 to build 👍 almost all salvaged 😊
It's great that you emphasize what needs to be done with a brand new, fresh from the shipping crate bike. The temptation would be to tighten a few nuts and go ripping around the yard but your methodical approach will assure better value for dollar spent and give a better, longer use of the bike.
Looked like a load of fun ,thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
watched the whole thing, of course it runs good its a crf 230 motor. closely related to engines that Honda built from the early 70,s. would suspect that the transmission would bolt in any crf or xr. have done this mod with a Zhongshan to Honda xr. if you have the two 5 speed transmissions on the bench you CAN'T tell the difference. the shift forks are compatible but are the only parts that look different.
Thanks love your vids/
Thanks for watching! I will have some other videos on this bike coming out in the next few weeks so keep an eye out for those videos 😊 Have a great weekend 👍
Thanks for all the great info Mike.For under $1500. that looks like a deal and a 1/2. I've wondered about getting a bike to ride areas when camping etc., and that looks perfect for parks and wilderness exploring. Who wants to be worn out when they get back to camp and can't do anything else for the rest of the day.?.The bikes light enough to put on a rack for travelling too. Happy Thanksgiving Mike,and all the fans worldwide.
This is how I use the one I have, it gets carried on a rack on the back of our RV.
Great video, you do the best reviews and see a sick rider.
Thanks man I really appreciate it! 😊👍
Nice Mike!
Love the idea of a cheap toy that's still street able. Thanks for sharing. My only bike right now is a dr650 and considering im not experienced its tough for me in the dirt
Wanna sell it
@MichaelVaughn-p9f lol I won't pretend it's the best motorcycle choice but it's far from the worst. With my truck broke down it's my only vehicle
gee that looks great!
I like the trials bikes I used to ride when I was 300 lbs 6'7" then I was younger too.
[contents settle] ;)
Ive settled with age 64 now and 6'4" 230 lbs now and have ridden small trail bikes like this one - wow
your using grease and blue loctite much like I do, yeah some dont. [ours last longer] :)
great job on assembly and care!
I was thinking about the Templar, but its heavy [Im old "64" now] and low n slow & being able to toss/put the bike "where" I want it to be is more important to me.
I like your approach on this and other things in your vids -
sure appreciate Im not the only "old school" type that actually enjoys puttering about on these projects. :)
I have ebikes and considering one for trails, but this one will do much better than an ebike [thats out now]
oh & Im North Idaho, live in the woods with miles of logging roads n trails, some on belly acres, more nearby -
no need for a multipurpose bike here :)
are the rims aluminum? [thats why I hold off on the 150] steel for rims on a bike might be a problem. (?)
That company should pay you. Really enjoy your video
My titan has done me well in the last year. Red locktite spare bolts and a trickle charger is required. Ive rode the kellys pond loop in sam Houston national forest many times rode hard even after the hurricane. If you know the trail thats pretty impressive ive done 300 miles of that trail. I have 4 china bikes and this titan is so solid for 1600 delivered i trust that bike with my life. Its my therapy its my mule and its a great bike. I only wish it came with a luggage rack. I bolted a lock box with u bolts right to the rear frame. I used some plastic under the bolts to better protect the wiring. My horn bracket broke off so now i have no horn.
I purchased, a titan expro 250, it's the one without gauge cluster and turn signals. Would I be able to buy the storm dlx gauge and turn signals and plug a play for my bike...
Dude this is so relaxing! Make a video where you weather proof a Fender Rhodes piano, so it can be played in the weather!
got 5k miles on my daily driven templar base 5 spd has its issues sure but for the 1600 bucks its a fantastic bike
You may already know this, but x-pro is just how they rebrand the bikes, there's actually several manufacturers making the x pro line. Lifan (xpect and Kpx250) and zongshen (Hawk, Brozz, and I believe Storm) for example.
I bought a Titan DLX 250 after watching your reviews of the Templar and the Storm 150. They should start paying you commission for sure!
Thanks for checking out my videos 👍
Haha Power Sports max are fine to get warranty parts from but they are really short in there email replies, I think commissions aren’t going to happen. I told them about all the videos I have made about the X pro bikes I have bought and they offered me $20 off the next bike I order. Wow 🤣
Take care man 👍
@@Mikefestiva I’d quit plugging them 🤷🏼♂️ I’d like to see you get sponsored, you’ve put up $4k of your own money
@ I had a buddy who basically sold a bunch Suzukis for a dealership and they gave him a t-shirt. Haha… gotta love it.
@@DefinitelyShaun Haha 🤣 a T shirt 👕 man that’s one cheap ass dealership!
Thanks for informative video. Nice bike xpro filled that gap. And excellent price. I like the size. Unfortunately the max capacity is 176 lbs. I'm to heavy and afraid the wheels and suspension will suffer. I'm looking for a bike 95% local roads in south Florida. This is very close in my price range.
Epic adventure potential mate
I was looking to get this bike and there were no videos on the internet and now that you made one I’m gonna get one
I think you will like it 😊👍
Love this one I'm selling the 150 storm it was awsome
So far I really like this bike! I will have some more videos posted soon. The next video will be a in depth trail ride review 😊👍
If this was in Australia I would buy one for sure.
Nice bike. Looks like fun Mike.
I have the Kayo K6 250 EFI and no time to ride. That bike is a beast!
Right on Joe good to hear from you man! Those Kayo bikes seem pretty good, EFI too!
I can relate about not having time, between my two kids and jobs, plus there’s always an endless list to do around the house 🤣
Hi Mike. Good to see new content on these chinese bike. Have you thought of the Paladin 300 next? Your clearly a great rider and would probably really enjoy it. By the way those trails look great. Im in Everett area and would love to find those:)
I can't wait to get this bike..Amazon has came out with this bike but they are more money then power sports max.
Awesome Bike..Mike have fun with this new toy 😅😊😂
Thanks for checking out my new video Fred! Have a great weekend 😊👍
Being a heavier fella I like the small frame with a slightly bigger motor than the 150 model. Keep us updated!
Great video! So, what’s the main difference between this one and the Templar?
There’s a lot of differences
More than I can list in the comment but I can make a video on that soon.
The Templar is bigger and heavier. ( closer to a full size bike)
The Templar has a true 249cc engine and makes about 4 more HP
Templer has more travel on the suspension along with larger rims and tires. That’s just a few of the differences.
Keep an eye out for a side by side comparison video soon.
@@Mikefestiva thanks. Looking forward to it 👍
Just got this bike, what model is it based off? Im looking to get a softer seat if possible. Thank you so much
Love that little bike, still trying to talk the wife into letting me buy one..lol. Great video dude, are you planning on any new fabrication projects?
So far I have really been enjoying this Storm 250! Yes I’m working on fabricating a hydraulic Grapple for my mini skid steer at the moment, it’s been a fun project so far, I’m getting some videos of it along the way so I will probably post a video of it once it’s finished 👍
Rotella oil my man. Good stuff, cheap and readily available
💯
My next bike awsome
Wow, I'll look into one of those bikes,a new bike that fits my dollar store budget
Great Video: How much does it actually weigh?
Nice bike!
Thanks for checking out my new video 😊👍
Another outstanding video Mike, thank you. In your next video on the Storm 250 would you please address the rear shock. It looks as though it does not have any linkage to make the suspension progressive. Perhaps this is accomplished with a progressive spring? Also, please compare and contrast the wheel sizes vs the standard Templar. I'm trying to find the best bike to reintroduce my wife to riding after a 2 year hiatus. We now have access to hundreds of miles of Forest Service roads near our home so instead of putting her back on a street bike I'm thinking a light enduro. We have a Templar 250X that I absolutely love but she is a bit intimidated by it's size. The storm 250 may be just the bike for her.
Other questions: can the exhaust stinger be removed and a spark arrestor installed as you did on the Templar? To what extent is the engine vibration felt in the bars? If used on roads rather than trails would you install a smaller rear sprocket or is there room to install one tooth large countershaft sprocket?
Again, thanks for another very informative video!
Yeah!!! Mike Festiva video!
Hey have you found any stronger rear shocks that will fit by chance?
A DLX storm it's being shipped from xpro .I have not had a bike in close to 30 years almost 60 years old .Saw your video on 150 that got my blood going I was just thinking about riding then you got Storm 250 and when I saw it I had to get one .Wonder if you can still ride at the Burn or the Flying M Ranch.
Now I am pissed, my crf300 will not do a 3rd gear wheelie to save its life, maybe 2nd with extreme clutch abuse.. This looks like a great value.
Wanting to get a bike soon before summer rolls back around. Ive had street bikes and I have my license and everything. I like the idea of Xpro’s because there cheap and I can learn how to wheeles and ride and all of that stuff on it. What Xpro would you reccomend the most? A storm, a Templar, or a Templar X? (I weigh 180 right now but im planning on losing some weight soon)
Dude awesome video.
Thanks! I really appreciate it man 😊👍
I got notifications again! 🎉
Right on!
Have a great weekend 😊👍
You too man
I thought you did a build list on camper of the kia truck
@ I thought about it but never got around to making a video on it.
@@Mikefestiva oh darn
Cool Video.
I was thinking about getting one of these or the titans cant really decide they both have the same exact motor but this one i think is lighter. The wheel size is basically the difference, i have a feeling its the exact same frame and every thing just different rims. It's really surprising how decent these bikes are. just a few cheap mods and it would be pretty solid.
It's honestly kind of frustrating, it was easy to dismiss the Chinese bikes when they were a cheap knockoff of a name brand bike, but no name brands offer a dual sport at that weight that's that compact. The price makes it pretty tempting as well. I think I can resist for now, but I'll be watching further reviews with interest.
Sooooo when are you getting the Paladin 300 EFI???
Sweet looking bike, what program are you using to edit with?
I’m editing on my IPad Pro. LumaFusion is the editing program 👍
@@Mikefestivaoh amazing I’m going to down load that when I start my mini truck build
Thanks Mike!
Right on 👍 thanks for checking out my new video!
It sounds good
Where the minibike at haven’t seen it in awhile you should go on a road trip with your brother
Great video!!
I'm looking at buying the 150. Other than the obvious differences, how would you compare the 2 ?
I'll be using it 95% for trail riding at the camp.
Thank you.
I will do a side by side comparison video shortly going over everything I can find to point out about the similarities and differences of each bike.
@ That would be great, thank you!
Great stuff Mike. Very fun to see you cruise the trails on it. Maybe it's too early to ask but....which do you prefer....the Templar or the Storm? (I see they have the Templar in a 6-speed now)
Thanks for checking out my new video! It’s had to say because they cover different ranges for me. The Templar is a bit heavier so you feel the weight more on the trails but it’s got more HP and does better on the pavement. The Storm 250 if so light and more nimble on the trails but not as good on the pavement. If I had to pick just one bike for a main dual sport it would be the Templar. If I had to pick just one for tight trail riding it would be the Storm 250.
I wish we could get get this in ca man it a cool bike
Hey Mike love your videos. Have a question not related to this video however wondered if you could recommend a tig welder that would be the easiest for a novice to use and learn.
I would say it depends on your budget, the Harbor Freight Titanium welders are a good affordable and simple to use welder. The Flux 125 is good but if you decide to go from Flux wire to MIG with gas you would want to go with at least the MIG 140. There’s a lot of good welders available on Amazon as well.
The Brand Arccaptain seems to make a good MIG welder, I have been running that welder at my work for the past 2 years without any issues. Hope this helps 👍
@ thank you sir. I have a Hobart mig but was interested in a tig.
@ okay sorry I missed the TIG part. For a good AC/DC TIG I would recommend the Arccaptain AC TIG 200 I have been using one of the past year and it’s a good affordable TIG order yourself a super flex TIG lead and you will be happy with that machine 👍 or you could get the Vulcan PROTIG
@ no worries thank you for the advice
Hey Mike I just ordered the Templar m 250 how’s your Templar holding up so far can you do sn update video on your Templar 250?
I lived in Washington State for 58 years. Just wondering where you live and ride at. Born in Seattle, grew up in Burien. Lived in Bonney Lake, Puyllup, etc.
I own a CNC shop. I recently bought myself a Hawk Tuah 50. So I've taken an interest in the China bike hobby. I've been trying to figure a simple accessory that i could machine for these bikes and sell, if it's not already on Amazon because a china part would eat my lunch. Any ideas?
watching this video again... will you recommend this bike for a beginner 5'7 160lb?
Yes this would be an excellent bike for your size and weight, especially if your new to motorcycles 👍
@ thanks Mike. I am indecisive between the Storm and the Templar
Hi mike.im going to get one.i bought the same 150 after seeing your video on it.i also tryed the nibbi 24 and was dissatisfied with it.the 26 nibbi is the right carb for the 150.im hoping to pick it up at powersportmax in calif and bring it back to Arizona. If not its still a great deal.how much hp do you think it has?thankyou mike from lake havasu Arizona
Right on man! Good to know about that Nibbi 24 carb. If you like the 150 you will not be disappointed with the Storm 250 (223cc)
I’m still breaking in the engine and I need to re jet the carb and remove the CAT in the header but I bet it makes 15 or 16 HP it feels really similar to a Yamaha XT 225 or a DR 200 with the power, but the bike is a lot lighter and feels great on the trails 👍 I’m definitely going to change out the rear shock for something that’s adjustable.
I purchased, a titan expro 250, it's the one without gauge cluster and turn signals. Would I be able to buy the storm dlx gauge and turn signals and plug a play for my bike...
Is the Templar better then the storm dlx? The Templar just looks a little better I’m going to purchase the templar
The Templer is definitely more robust and is more of a full sized dual sport bike. The Storm is just a tiny bit small then a full sized dirt bike. If I was only going to own one dirt bike for street and offroad use it would be the Templar because it will easily do 60 MPH on the road.
@ that’s what I figured. I own a xr200 and a xr250r is the suspension comparable? My xrs are 1987 and 1985. I want something I can do some road riding and light off-roading maybe some slight rough riding just curious if the Templar will have enough power and a decent suspension really
Cool bike. Going to sell the 150?
Mike, after watching your videos on the Xpro Storm 250, I got one for Christmas. We finally got this thing all together and finally got it running. Took a while of cranking and charging the battery(yea, I know about chinese batteries). Anyway, it started and the idle is way too high. About 5000 rpms. I tried to lower the idle screw but it does nothing. Is there anything I'm missing. I'm in eastern Tennessee, about 2400 ft elevation. And I have not oiled the air filter yet. I just wanted to get it started first before I finish anything else up. But any advice you can provide on the idle of this bike, I would really appreciate it. I'm 68 yrs old, been riding off road since I was 14(1970) but I am not mechanically inclined. So, any help you can provide will greatly be appreciated. T'hank you and looking forward to riding the trails around here. :)
Mine had a similar issue. It’s the throttle cable probably. Double check your routing of the throttle cable by the headset and behind the headlight. Make sure it’s not bent hard or pulled. Then check the adjuster at the hand throttle and back off the threaded adjuster up there.
Make sure when you twist the throttle and let it go with the bike off that you can hear the throttle slide in the carb click when it drops down to the carb.
Great video
Thanks for checking out my new video.
At mid 60s and never owning a bike I better stick with less dangerous toys like the articulating dump truck :)
I tried looking for the Storm DLX in a 250 on Amazon and only found the the 150 DLX.
Could they be calling it the Titan now?
I ordered mine from power sports max online, I’m in no way affiliated with the company, just a place I have ordered from. Maybe they are still in stock there?
@Mikefestiva I'll check it out. Thanks so much. Your videos are top notch. Keep it up. 👌
When we riding?
do you recomend me to change carb on my dirt bike if it back fires in 4or5 gear when i let it go from ful throtle? on 250cc chinese dirt bike
I'd check valve lash 1st.
What size is the front and back sprocket
Aren't the wheels gonna bend? Suspensions must be crap nah?
Nice one again
Mike have you seen my mini TUG on YT Andy sent you?
Hey Mike, it looks like the bike is currently unavailable. Do you know if by chance this has been rebranded as the x pro titan? Have you rode on the titan and if so, how’s the height? I’m new to dirt bikes but I’m 5’7 so I thought this bike would be a good fit.
They are available on powersportsmax! I've got one on the way, mine was shipped from texas
@ nice! I saw it thanks. Did you order yours fully assembled?
Looks like a great commuter bike.
Thanks !
You do a great job on all your videos. Thank you! Is this bike smaller then the templer 250 you have?
Thanks! I really appreciate it. Yes this is a it smaller then the Templar 250, the Templar 250 is about the same size and a Yamaha XT 225 or a DR 200, the Storm 250 is closer to a CRF 150R or a KX 100 Big wheel I would say.
I'm surprised by the price - its bottom end e-bike prices...makes one wonder how much gouging is going on in the ebike industry.
Batteries are expensive