There about half the price of the big brands but are they worth it?
2007-06-27 08:13:37 · 8 answers · asked by grundsty_83 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Generally the answer is no. The best Chinese products (I'm more familiar with scooters) will be at best alright, and support can be problematic. That said, they do have many parts carried over from the scooters, after all, that helps make it cheaper to build, so you do have some chance of finding parts. Most important thing when considering a Chinese motor product is whether you can find a local mechanic and parts source, we've a few here in Phoenix.
That said, while the name brand products are good, they can be a bit pricey, so if you're looking to save some money, consider one of the Taiwan makes, while not as good as a Yamaha or a Polaris, they're a close second for less money. Take a look at Sym (www.cartersym.com), Taiwan Gold Bee (www.cobrasales.com) or Kymco (www.kymcousa.com), which are all dealer only brands, which is never a bad thing.
Remember, with a cheap scooter, if it breaks down, you're on the side of the road some where, help is at worst a phone call away. With an ATV or a dune buggy, you might be 50 miles away in the middle of nowhere out of cell phone range when it breaks, so buy something that'll last.
2007-06-28 05:10:27 · answer #1 · answered by Javarod 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't have one, yet my neighbor does. the 1st day she had it, it broke on her.the fee of having it restoration became into greater suitable than what they paid for it. You get what you pay for.
2017-01-23 06:17:24 · answer #2 · answered by rudnicki 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't want to ride one 50 miles back into the Alaska wilderness. I hate to hike!
No seriously. They are true junk. Get a Honda or a Yamaha. Avoid Polarise and Kawasaki. Up here we survive (or not) on our 4 wheelers.
2007-06-27 08:22:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stay away!!!!
You can't get parts or service and they break 3x faster then name brand machines.
For anyone reading this
There is a recall for Chinese made tires for autos.
Many accidents have been reported.
The tire separates from the steel belts, resulting in injury or death.
Chinese.... Cheap JUNK
Search the web for "chinese tire recall" to check if they're on your vehicle.
2007-06-27 08:17:16 · answer #4 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Seriously, what would you think? There's a good reason they are cheaper than a Honda or Suzuki. You get what you pay for. Not to mention where would you get parts or who will even work on one?
2007-06-27 10:39:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh sure...Chinese made knock-offs have a long history of quality and durability. :0
2007-06-27 08:17:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nothing from China is any good, support American businesses.
2007-06-27 08:23:43 · answer #7 · answered by Hi there 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
no!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you get what you pay for. especialy in this case.
2007-06-27 11:11:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋