Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

This thing is sick. Like seriously. This is a nice bike. Watching reviews of these online you can tell that manufacturer is very serious about getting better with each model. I am blown away by how awesome this thing is. When putting in bolts for your windscreen and handles, probably don’t go to crazy with the torque. It would be great to get that actual torque spec on these, I’m sure they have it. The owners manual is pretty comprehensive. I mean, they’ve got part numbers and do it yourself diagrams. The Certificate of Origin and Bill of Sale (which correctly showed taxes paid) came in the mail the same exact day the bike was delivered. These guys are fast. Freight handling was pretty exceptional in my opinion. Everyone was extremely friendly, even the poor guy who answered the phone after hours and pointed me in the right direction. Rides great in my opinion but I kept it below 35 because I intend to follow the 500 mile break in period. I’ll update this review after we see how easy it is to register the bike in Texas. Update 1: Getting plates was very easy. I got it done the day after I got the bike. In my case, I called my insurance with the VIN and manufacturer and was given liability insurance. I then called a few vehicle inspection places to see if they do motorcycle inspections and got that done in about 20 minutes (I’m not 100% sure this step was necessary). Lastly, I went to the DMV with a partially filled out u-130 form (Texas), the Bill of Sale, the certificate of origin, and all the related documents I could think of and paid the taxes. Bam, plates. A note about taxes: I’m still looking into this but when you purchase this bike, you are charged sales tax. Even with the Purchase Order and Bill of Sale showing taxes paid, I was told those funds did not go to the Department of Transportation. Today I’ll be calling the Comptroller to see if anything can be done about this but be prepared to pay taxes when you get it registered. Update 2: 1000 miles in Still in love with the bike. Do watch for bolts backing out due to vibration (in my case around the grips and switches). Use threadloc when you identify them. I’m 5’9” and 215, this bike fits me well and handles great. I read another review that seemed to indicate otherwise. Bike is holding strong and it’s been ridden nearly everyday, rain or shine, since I wrote this review. One issue however, the speedometer is very inaccurate. Either get a gps speedometer for your bike or use your phone. I’m a stocky guy and the bike tops out at around 75mph. I personally feel very uncomfortable pushing it into those rpm’s and generally try not to exceed 65mph. To each his own but I didn’t exactly purchase this bike for its horsepower or top speed. Update 3: 2000 miles in. Had a minor freak out awhile ago when the oil light came on. Normally that would mean I've got a pretty serious problem but I could see that the oil was flowing normally. Did a lot of research and saw that some of these bikes may have a low oil level lamp instead. Thought maybe that was it? Nope. Changed the oil. Nope. Thoroughly concerned, I went to the front of the bike and on a whim pushed both the buttons on the gauge cluster. Code cleared. Hasn't been back for 600 miles and the bike runs like a champ. So I guess it's a change oil reminder? Who knows? Other than that, don't forget to check your chain tightness and watch your brake fluid. If it doesn't fall apart at 60 mph I'll try to be back for 3000 mile update. Love this thing. Update 4: 3000 miles in. Still going strong. Just keep up with the regular maintenance and take care of it. It’s my sole vehicle. For anyone curious it’s mostly a Kawasaki ninja clone. I’ll also tell you that removing decals from the bike is difficult because they have been clear coated. I recently swapped out the front sprocket for a 14 tooth which has REALLY smoothed out the bike. Mine came with a 13 tooth front which is great for acceleration but first gear runs out so fast that you’ll end up just using second. The sprocket swap can be done without replacing the chain from what can tell. Used a bike jack and a basic tool set. The sprocket case cover had to be trimmed out ever so slightly. Alternatively, just replace the rear sprocket but you’ll probably need a new chain. At 3000 miles with the factory chain, I can tell it’s time to replace it.