Baltmotors Street 200 DD: a practical city dweller

Peculiarities

— Aluminum crankcase protection reliably protects the motorcycle from impacts from below
— High ground clearance will give you confidence when riding over rough terrain

— Reinforced brake hoses are an additional guarantee of the reliability of the braking system during aggressive use of the motorcycle

— Soft anti-shock plastic is resistant to damage, bends and does not break when impacted, maintaining the appearance of the motorcycle

— The dashboard is equipped with a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, turn indicators and current gear speed with a clear indication of the data, providing you with constant control over the motorcycle

— Reinforced inverted long-travel front fork and rear pendulum suspension with monoshock absorber will reliably hold your motorcycle on any road

— Reinforced inverted front fork and rear pendulum suspension with monoshock absorber will reliably hold your motorcycle on any road

— High-quality off-road tires with optimal lug placement give the motorcycle incredible stability when moving on any ground and ensure off-road capability.

— Self-cleaning tread pattern is suitable for any type of road surface

— Comfortable footrests for the driver and passenger will make movement more comfortable

— Reliable front disc brake with two-piston brake calipers will significantly reduce braking distances and give you confidence when driving at high speeds

- Rear disc brake makes emergency braking even more effective. 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels allow you to move comfortably over rough terrain.

— Narrow and comfortable seat – it will surprise you with the ease of landing and will allow you to easily ride while standing

— Modern optics will attract the attention of other road users even during daylight hours, which will make your trip safer

— Thanks to the lock in the tank lid, your motorcycle is reliably protected.

Briefly about BM Classic 200

The layout of this bike is classic with a teardrop-shaped tank, roll bars and a decent amount of chrome elements. The BM Classic engine is a copy of the Suzuki DR 200 engine, which is usually equipped with a Japanese carburetor. Just recently, the company has made some changes to the motorcycle. First of all, they affected the front brake system, tires, platforms at the driver’s feet, as well as the chain and drive sprockets.

The front brake line was replaced - instead of a rubber one, a reinforced brake hose was installed, which significantly improved the technical characteristics of the front brake. The changes also affected the platform for the driver’s feet - the company’s specialists slightly changed the angle of inclination of the platform itself, which had a positive effect on the ergonomics of the motorcycle. Replacing driving and driven stars and the drive chain has a positive effect on the service life and operation of these components. In addition, the BM Classic 200 motorcycles are now equipped with new Kenda tires on the front and rear wheels.

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I bought BaltMotors (BM) Enduro 200, also known as Qingqi 200 GY, Sundown STX 200cc, Skymoto Motador and so on for the first season, to decide what I needed and to gain initial skills in driving a motorcycle. I deliberately took a motorcycle of Chinese origin, assuming there were some bugs, and scoured the relevant forums.

I'll try to sort out my impressions.

1. Aesthetics, appearance, control.

The motorcycle looks good, especially at first. But, pretty soon, all the bolts are covered with rust, the exhaust manifold looks extremely unpresentable - no matter what I do to it, it rusts. On new versions with a 250 cc engine it is made of stainless steel, I think it will be much better. Aluminum parts are covered with a nasty coating.

The plastic is thick but fragile. The side plastic will not withstand serious falls - at most, a soft fall into the sand. The scutes of the upside-down fork fly off like leaves from autumn trees, and without them it’s also not good.

At first the suspension seems soft, but a little later you realize that it is unacceptably soft and does not work very well. I want to try pumping up the rear shock absorber (it has a nipple). The front shock absorber is more difficult. Most likely, you need to change the little one to a thicker one, top it up to the required level, and perhaps add washers or small springs to increase the rigidity of the fork, which breaks through during any even small flights and bites terribly when braking.

Theoretically there is a headlight, in practice it is a size at best. The headlight adjustment does not work, and it shines high into the sky, slightly touching the road with the lower edge of the light spot. The high beam illuminates the tops of the Christmas trees with a narrow bright stripe. Theoretically, the headlight can be adjusted with a screw in its lower part, while its lower part should move inside the muzzle. But behind the headlight there are wiring harnesses and when the screw is twisted, its position does not change, it rests against the wires.

There is no trunk, instead there are passenger horn handles made of some kind of aluminum alloy. However, they can be replaced by installing, for example, a trunk from the first version of the endurka.

I liked the tidy, which shows the number of the gear engaged. It’s a pity that there are no indicators for engine overheating, overspeed, or at least some kind of fuel sensor. I confess, I forget about gasoline, and I’ve already had problems because of this a couple of times. The speedometer, when working, does not lie much, at 106 km/h it shows about 115. The tachometer needle dangles at high speeds and within a thousand and a half revolutions in each direction. It is easier to understand by the sound of the engine whether it is good or not.

The endurka's sofa is low (for my height), hard and narrow, the maximum I can withstand is 100 kilometers without stopping. I drove 250 intermittently, and it’s already hard to do more. It’s hard and the vibrations are annoying.

Speed ​​and consumption

The absolute maximum is probably about 115 km. per hour (more than 120 according to the speedometer), but this is not the speed at which you can drive for a long time. It deflates, chatters, it’s very hard for the motor. Comfortable travel speed is about 90 km/h, but it’s also blowing, thanks to the vertical landing. Up to 80 km/h acceleration is quite brisk (relative to a family minivan with an automatic transmission)), up to 100 acceleration is slow and sad, anything more cannot be called acceleration. This is a smooth increase in speed.

Design

While most motorcycle manufacturers from China continue to persistently copy famous Japanese motorcycles, trying to give their crafts at least an external resemblance to the products of famous brands, the Baltmotors company took a different path. The Street 125 DD model looks fresh, attractive and original. And there is no pretentiousness, even the gilded fork stays and the general aggressiveness of the silhouette do not give the bike the appearance of a parody of an “adult” streetfighter

The BM Street 125 DD turned out to be both catchy enough to attract attention on the road, and modest enough not to pretend to be something that it is not

Description of the motorcycle

A large number of chrome parts in the BM Classic 200 motorcycle, as well as an original design and attractive appearance - could there be anything better than such a set for a real American chopper? This motorcycle is most likely not suitable for fast and rapid rides, but for road trips and driving around the city it is quite suitable.

The purchase of a BM Classic 200, the characteristics of which meet all requirements and standards, can be overshadowed by only one fact - the bike is quite expensive to maintain, but riding it is much more fun. Thanks to Baltmotors, the BM Classic 200 appeared in Kaliningrad for the first time

Especially for this purpose, all the components of the motorcycle were carefully delivered from Japan and China, so that now it could please the lucky owner and attract the attention of everyone around with its spectacular appearance. Knowledgeable experts say that this motorcycle is a real triumph of academicism

Advantages and disadvantages of chopper

The Baltmotors Motard 200 is often used as a chopper - it is suitable for long trips along the highway; it can definitely handle a distance of about 200 km. The dimensions and features of the suspension allow you to freely bypass traffic jams, including off-road. Again, fuel consumption is low, which will significantly save the cost of travel.

The Baltmotors Motard 200 motorcycle is convenient for comfortable travel

This model has many advantages:

- economical and reliable, durable plastic

— good brakes (don’t forget to check the serviceability before a long journey), wide road wheels, high-quality parts

- low price and affordable spare parts, the motorcycle is easy to maintain

- dynamic and easy to use, ideal for beginners, steering similar to a bicycle

— high cross-country ability: as they say, the sea is knee-deep, mountains are shoulder-deep. Goes well between the rows

— the steering wheel and mirrors are at a level higher than the cars, which minimizes risks

The disadvantages include:

— the gearbox suffers from cut-offs and can knock out first gear

— Chinese electronics, quality leaves much to be desired

— factory tires are of average level, it is better to replace them

— due to strong vibrations, mirrors/license plates/bolts sometimes come loose

In any case, motard compares favorably with uncomfortable sports and heavy enduros. It is light, on the road you will flutter like a butterfly, without flying off it. The best option for pleasant and safe trips.

Spare parts

Spare parts for Baltmotors equipment are not expensive, there is no shortage of them - the company is Russian. All the necessary parts can be ordered online or asked around at motorcycle dealerships. It will not be difficult to find speedometer, gas and clutch cables, front and rear pads, turn signals and mirrors, oil and air filters, tires. The situation is a little more complicated with bearings, brake handles and fastenings, but if desired, they can be ordered online. There is an option to contact the manufacturing company or visit Kaliningrad in person - there is something to see there.

Before boarding for the first time, be sure to check that the package is complete and that the seller has not forgotten any necessary items. It's best to sign up for a test drive.

If everything is in place, go home with peace of mind. Subsequently, the bike can be modified; many people try to increase the power, play tricks with the suspension, change tires and lighting devices. Nobody canceled tuning, especially since everything is in stock. Take the time to visit specialized spare parts stores, which are found in almost every city.

If you are a handy person, you can easily replace some of the spare parts and consumables yourself. And by rummaging through your friends' garage, you can find missing parts. For those who have difficulty with technology, there are plenty of online tutorials. At the same time, examine the insides of your bunk.

The motorcycle has a low price and spare parts are available

Review of BM Classic 200 (2012)

Good afternoon In the first half of May, the question of buying a motorcycle really came up. In the fall of 2011, I studied for category A in addition to B and C and began to make plans for races. Of the classes into which motorcycles are divided, I am most attracted to classics and cruisers. It’s worth noting here that I like neoclassics like Kawasaki W650, W800, Triumph Bonneville, Triumph Scrambler. Twin-cylinder engines, decent displacement, big round headlight (!) and stunning trim. Calm, balanced cars are what you need. Although the British were not offended by power.

But these were dreams! I didn’t have enough income or savings to afford any of these beauties; my budget was approximately 70 thousand. But there was a classic Izh Planet Sport 350 produced in 1978, all original and with documents, but technical problems (it was put in a garage for about 8-9 years without moving) forced us to abandon it. In addition, I really didn’t like the prospect of having two-stroke oil with me when I needed to refuel. But, by the way, it’s not over yet.

I had to drive it from the store myself, despite the fact that I didn’t ride a motorcycle to the driving school, and the school only rented out the site. Hmm, I tensed up then. %) But I got to the garage without incident, covering 21 km. The seller assured that the engine had never been started since the car arrived at the store. However, he started up very cheerfully. The run then was 400 meters.

Characteristic feature: the engine can be started provided that the support leg is removed and the clutch is depressed, otherwise the starter will idle. It starts very easily, at temperatures below 18-20 you can use a choke, and when warmed up it starts with a half turn. The engine sounds quiet, at idle it resembles a scooter, and when accelerating, bass sounds appear. Naturally, the volume is small, so the sound is also not impressive. Craftsmen drill the back wall of the muffler to make the roar more interesting. I don't know if I need this..

There is clearly not enough power on the highway; the transmission gear ratios are also more tailored for the city. When accelerating to 60 km/h, I go through all five gears, so those who like to “light up” will definitely be dissatisfied. In the city, the motorcycle is nimble and obedient (I, of course, have nothing to compare it with), I happened to get into a traffic jam - I was leisurely moving along the right edge of the first lane past standing cars. I read on the forums that you need to stretch Chinese equipment yourself after purchase, so as not to lose anything on the road. I decided to do this, but when applying a reasonable torque, only 5-6 nuts/bolts/screws gave way; everything related to the engine and chassis was tightened to the utmost. Naturally, I didn’t tear up the meat. But the set of tools turned out to be incomplete: the handle for the screwdriver is missing (only two blades - a cross and a flat one) and a 14x17 wrench. The battery is maintenance-free, without plugs, but with hieroglyphs.

More about the appearance: the Classic 200 reminds me of a Suzuki Intruder, adjusted for its dimensions, of course. From the front it looks massive, the back is a little thin, and the panniers widen it a little. On the street everyone looks, turns around and follows, asking what and how. Even the traffic cop asked questions when issuing license plates

I don’t like the increased attention to myself, but I’ve already accepted it. %)

Pros and cons of Baltmotors Street 200 DD

Advantages

• Confident traction at low and medium speeds, and overall good acceleration dynamics by the standards of the class.
• Design. The bike looks like a real “adult” device. There is none of the usual Chinese cheapness in his appearance.
• Modern pendants. They work quite well even with a passenger.
• Great brakes, better than almost any other bike in the same price range.

Flaws

• Weak headlight. On unlit night roads it is noticeably lacking.
• Heavy weight. The weight of Baltmotors Street 200 is about 140 kg, which is a little too much for a small-capacity vehicle.
• The starter is located at the front, in front of the engine, and when it rains, all the water from under the short front fender flies into it.

Main competitors

• Keeway Superlight 200. Another “Chinese”, similar to the BM 200 Classic, like a twin brother. But it costs more.
• Regal Raptor DD150E. This model was once sold on the Russian market, and is still sometimes found on sale. But the spare parts for it are now very bad - they are almost impossible to find.
• OMAKS Chopper. A motorcycle remembered mainly for its low build quality and low price. It is still available for sale secondhand and is cheap.
• Lifan LF 250. It is a copy of the Yamaha XV 250 Virago, it is distinguished by a V-shaped 2-cylinder engine, good by class standards of dynamics and high reliability. Mostly on sale is its modified version - Lifan LF 250B.

Repair and tuning

The structurally simple Baltmotors Street 125 DD is easy to repair and maintain. For obvious reasons, there is no specialized tuning for it, but there are plenty of universal Chinese-made options.

Repair

Any beginner can understand the design of the bike; it is very simple and at the same time logical from a design point of view. Even without a manual, you can assemble and disassemble it right in the garage, if only you had the tools, straight arms and desire. Maintenance is even less difficult.

Spare parts

This is a headache for all owners of Baltmotors Street 125. Even when the bike was released, dealers had almost no spare parts in stock, and sometimes it took several months to wait for them to order. Now, years after the model was discontinued, many components are completely impossible to find on sale, so you have to look for them “by hand.”

Tuning

Usually, owners of the Street 125DD are limited to minor cosmetic changes - grips, footpegs, stickers and similar little things. This is partly due to the reluctance to invest money in a cheap motorcycle that will be sold in a season or two, and partly due to the lack of need to tune it. He's pretty good anyway.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

• Excellent braking system with three discs and reinforced hoses. Baltmotors Street 250 stops dead in its tracks, but for beginners there is a risk of accidentally pressing the brake.
• Speedometer. He regularly lies, and to a large extent. As GPS measurements taken by some owners show, at a speed of 110 km/h (according to the speedometer), the deviation can reach 15-20 km/h.
• High reliability of all main components. The engine, for example, is an exact copy of the Suzuki TU250X engine.
• Design. The bike looks very stylish and at the same time quite modern.
• Huge 22-liter gas tank. Without refueling, Baltmotors Street 250 can travel up to 600-700 kilometers.

Flaws

• A peculiar shape of the tank. Long-legged riders may not find it very comfortable to hug it with their legs, as their lower limbs will likely not fit into the designated recesses on the sides.
• Inconvenient valve adjustment. For this operation, special windows are made in the CPG body, but it is quite difficult to get to them with tools in your hands.
• Mediocre directional stability. At high speed, the Baltmotors Street 250 DD behaves quite nervously, and sometimes you have to “catch” it, especially on uneven asphalt.

Pros and cons of BM Classic 200

Advantages

• Appearance. The bike looks really decent, much more expensive than it actually costs. Especially if you don't look closely.
• Good standard equipment. Already in stock, the Baltmotors 200 Classic is equipped with a fuel level sensor, plastic side cases, a battery charge level sensor, a gear engaged indicator and one completely useless device - a light bulb signaling an incoming call to a mobile phone.
• Abundance of chrome. Here it covers a great many external parts.
• Modest fuel consumption - about 3.5 liters per 100 km. The bike can handle AI-92 without any problems, thanks to the simple and reliable carburetor.
• Gas tank volume. As much as 13.8 liters - this is enough to travel hundreds of three kilometers without refueling.
• Affordable price. A new bike was inexpensive, and on the secondary market you can even buy it for a thousand dollars, give or take.

Flaws

• Search for spare parts. It is fraught with a number of difficulties - sometimes even the dealer does not have the necessary hardware, and you have to wait for an order for several months.
• Bad brakes. They would be enough for a pit bike or a 50 cc scooter, but for a bike weighing one and a half centners they are clearly not enough.
• Compact sizes. If you are taller than 180 cm, you will not be able to sit comfortably on the Baltmotors Classic 200.
• Poor quality chrome. After a couple of years it begins to peel off.
• The fuel level sensor, judging by the opinions of the owners of the Baltmotors Classic 200, is constantly lying.
• Sluggish acceleration dynamics - after 80 km/h the motorcycle picks up speed extremely reluctantly. Given the weak brakes, perhaps this is for the best.

BM Classic 200 inside and outside

The BM 200 Classic motorcycle is an ordinary Chinese chopper. There's no punchy low-end torque, no impressive mass, none of the things that make a cruiser a cruiser. But it should be noted that the bike is quite good in its price category. If you don’t expect miracles from him, but treat him as a road worker, externally stylized as a chopper, he will not disappoint. The technical characteristics of the Baltmotors Classic 200 are not enough stars from the sky, but they are quite consistent with its price.

In a conventional tubular steel frame, the designers placed an equally conventional 199 cc air-cooled engine capable of delivering 15.6 hp at peak. power and 14.7 Nm of torque. Like other small-capacity engines, the BM Classic 200 engine loves high speeds. The gears, of which there are five, are short - fifth can be engaged already at 50 km/h. Acceleration dynamics leave much to be desired, since this power is not enough to quickly pick up speed. The Baltmotors Classic 200 itself weighs about 148 kg, but let’s not forget about the pilot. And if there is a passenger, the remaining dynamics quickly disappear altogether.

It is worth noting that, thanks to its modest weight by class standards, the BM 200 Classic handles well. This is partly facilitated by the low center of gravity. But the brakes sometimes make you cry - they are clearly not enough for this model. The front disc brake still somehow copes with its duties, but you can immediately forget about the rear, drum brake - it is of about zero use. There is no noticeable deceleration after pressing the pedal, but if you press it a little, the wheel immediately locks.

Baltmotors Enduro 250 DD

* Average fuel consumption, which may vary depending on driving style, driving speed and other factors.

Summary

There are a lot of budget motorcycles with Chinese roots, but not so many small-capacity affordable cruisers. Baltmotors Classic 200 is a representative of budget bikes of this class that are quite rare in Russia. Of course, it also has competitors, but most of them were sold for a short time, after which dealers curtailed supplies, so there are no spare parts for them and are not expected. For the BM 200 Classic, according to reviews, you also have to look for spare parts, but at least dealers and official representatives of the company have not disappeared. It is quite good as a first motorcycle for a beginner, but, most likely, you will get tired of it very quickly, and you will have to change it to a more powerful two-wheeled steel horse.

Specifications

Approximate price of models

A brand new enduro from a Kaliningrad company can be bought for about 180 thousand rubles. Owned equipment will, of course, be cheaper. You can easily buy a used 200 for around 100 thousand.

The main thing is not to miscalculate and compare price and quality, pay attention to the technical characteristics of the motorcycle, mileage, and its external condition. Ask the previous owner about what he used the bike for, how often he changed consumables, and how carefully he looked after his equipment.

In June 2021, in Moscow, a 2014 Baltmotors Motard 250 off-road enduro with a mileage of 1,000 km can be purchased from its first owner for 80 thousand rubles. For the same money, the model is sold in St. Petersburg, only the year of manufacture is 2012, and the mileage is 4,500 km. A “200” of the same year will cost 65 thousand rubles, a resident of the Moscow region sells the motorcycle after 4200 km. “The motorcycle is ideal for a beginner, it forgives mistakes. Suitable for both off-road riding and city driving. The motorcycle has enduro tires (40% asphalt/60% off-road),” he wrote in the ad.

Brief information about the manufacturer

Baltmotors is a source of pride for lovers of domestic technology. Finally, in Russia they decided to revive the motorcycle industry and start producing their own bikes, rather than buying them from China or Japan.

Motorcycle Baltmotors Motard 200 - Russian-made equipment

The first assembly production of “iron horses” in the Russian Federation was launched in 2004 in Kaliningrad. The Baltmotors company initially focused on Western technologies, taking into account the geographical location of the subject, but later adapted them to the Russian consumer. Therefore, many of their motorcycle models have no analogues. They use Chinese, Japanese, Taiwanese, German and Italian components.

Thanks to the attractive price-quality ratio, Baltmotors bikes are among the top 10 in terms of sales volumes in Russia; the manufacturer is among the top three that assemble their own bikes. The plant annually produces about 10 thousand new motorcycles of various classes, scooters and ATVs.

Review and technical characteristics of the BM 250 enduro

The low power of the “two hundred” is not enough for many, so Baltmotors has launched production of the BM 250 enduro.

The plastic on enduro is stronger and looks richer, the frame and chassis remain unchanged. The brakes have undergone minor changes: a two-piston hydraulic caliper has appeared on the rear instead of a single-piston one.

The engine was radically corrected, in addition to the increased cubic capacity, an updated crankcase was installed, the mounting “ears” to the frame were strengthened, and the shaft was balanced. The model has 21 horsepower, weight – 142 kg. This option is more suitable for experienced rather than novice drivers or teenagers.

For heavy loads and the ability to perform stunts and ride off-road, an aluminum diagonal frame is made. The telescopic adjustable fork allows the bike to be used in motocross racing.

Enduro models feature better handling and maneuverability, which is important for the city, as well as improved suspension for mountainous terrain, mud and sand. Fuel consumption is slightly higher than in its fellow chopper - 4.5 liters per 100 km, which is also very economical

Baltmotors is dynamic and easy to use

Specifications

Strictly speaking, this model was designed in China, and was only assembled in Russia. Taking as a basis some of the developments of their Japanese colleagues, Chinese engineers put them together, resulting in a viable hybrid that can not only compete equally with analogues in its price category, but also surpass them in most parameters.

Engine

The Chinese did not reinvent the wheel, but simply copied a simple 2-valve 1-cylinder air-cooled engine installed on Japanese motorcycles in the late 80s of the 20th century. Its characteristics are modest, only 11.5 hp, and to get them all, the engine will have to be mercilessly turned to 9500 rpm. But the extremely primitive engine is extremely reliable, and no one has heard of problems with it. Fuel is supplied through a carburetor, which is easily regulated and, if necessary, cleaned. The maximum speed that Baltmotors Street 125 can reach is 100 km/h.

Transmission

The 5-speed gearbox is also a Japanese heritage, and also comes from the last century. The gear ratios are short, so in the city you have to constantly shift, actively working both the clutch and the gas handle to maintain dynamics. You can shift to fifth gear as early as 60 km/h, so you will most likely use it mainly. There are no complaints about the operation of the checkpoint.

Chassis and brakes

One of the main advantages of the BM Street 125 is its chassis. The designers managed to fit an inverted fork and as many as 3 brake discs into the budget bike! At the rear, of course, there is a regular swingarm with a monoshock absorber, but, nevertheless, how often do you come across such a set on motorcycles in this price category? There are 2 discs with 2-piston calipers at the front, and one disc with 1-piston caliper at the rear, and this is enough to easily stop the bike even at maximum speed.

Electronics

Since there are no auxiliary systems in this model, the complexity of the electronics is comparable to a Voskhod or Ural collecting dust in grandfather’s garage. A compact 12-volt battery, a generator, a switch, fuses, a bundle of wires - that's all, there's nothing else here

After purchase, it is advisable to check the condition of the electrical wiring, paying special attention to insulation - there are problems with it on older motorcycles

Weight and dimensions

Due to its simple design and massive steel frame, the bike weighs a lot; the curb weight exceeds 140 kg. It does not seem heavy, but it is worth considering that the weight, significant by the standards of the class of small-capacity road cars, has a negative effect on the acceleration dynamics and braking distance. The dimensions of the motorcycle are quite “adult”, but the triangle of the saddle, handlebars (more precisely, clip-ons) and footpegs are grouped in such a way that it will be a bit cramped for a tall motorcyclist on Baltmotors Street 125. Ergonomics leave much to be desired.

Controllability

Despite its decent weight, the bike handles easily and predictably. It obeys the steering wheel perfectly, and with a slight tilt of the body the pilot can give it the desired trajectory of movement. This advantage makes it very well suited for learning to ride, and as a “learning desk” it can perform no worse than the popular YBR-125.

Fuel consumption

On average, Baltmotors Street 125 consumes about 3 liters per 100 km. Quite a lot for a 125 cc small-capacity engine, but such high consumption is due to the old-fashioned engine, a simple carburetor and the considerable weight of the bike. But it easily digests any gasoline you might like to pour into it.

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It is unlikely that any serious bike manufacturer can ignore the chopper class. After all, one glance at the luxurious profile of the Baltmotors Classic 200 is enough to become seriously interested in it. However, the abundance of chrome, stylish crash bars and elegant plastic trunk cases hide the Chinese origin of the motorcycle.

In fact, the Classic 200 is a copy of the long-known QINGQI QM200-2A (simply produced under the Baltmotors trademark), whose direct donor was the Japanese Suzuki Marauder 150. Naturally, Japanese ancestors and the five-year presence on the market of the Chinese prototype allow us to hope for a certain level of quality, but Unfortunately, we cannot expect any innovations.

The huge number of sensors on the working panel corresponds to the class. They make it possible not only to find out the battery charge level, amount of fuel, speed and engine speed, but can even warn you about an incoming mobile phone call. And on the fuel tank there is a gear shift indicator for the 5-speed gearbox. Alloy wheels are not only prettier, but also more reliable than spoked ones, because the consumption of spokes on some Chinese motorcycles reaches 5 spokes per 1000 km. A wide seat with a rear backrest is conducive to a leisurely ride, which is also hinted at by the technical characteristics of the Baltmotors Classic 200.

Apparently in a desire to maintain a low price level for the Baltmotors Classic 200, the manufacturers equipped this cruiser with a single-cylinder four-stroke engine with a capacity of only 200 cc. cm., the power of which is not enough to give at least some dynamics to a car weighing one and a half centners. But it starts with the electric starter button. According to reviews from owners, the BM Classic 200 discourages any desire to exceed the permitted speed of 90 km/h, especially since after 5000 rpm the vibration becomes completely unbearable. It is also worth considering that the engine also does not like low speeds and tries to stall at less than 2000 rpm. At the same time, the Classic 200 chopper has enviable handling, coping well even with city zigzags. I haven’t heard any complaints about the brakes (it has front discs and rear drums).

Despite its Kaliningrad origin, the Baltmotors Classic 200 is Chinese from the wheels to the trunk. Accordingly, you should not place increased demands on metal strength and build quality. However, with a skillful approach, the Classic 200 motorcycle will serve faithfully for many years. And to do this, during break-in it is worth tightening all the fasteners, installing additional seals and necessary parts, such as a fuel filter, which for some reason is not included in the package.

Technical characteristics of Baltmotors Motard 200 dd

The popularity of the motorcycle is explained by its good technical characteristics. Most of the parts in Baltmotors Motard 200 are of good quality. It has a stylish design, somewhat reminiscent of Yamaha and KTM bikes.

Taking into account its purpose - for extreme off-road use - the Baltmotors 200 motard is equipped with a suspension with a non-adjustable upside-down fork. At the rear there is a monoshock absorber that can be adjusted, and a progressive spring is installed. Fans of enduro riding will appreciate the 17-inch alloy wheels equipped with shock-proof sides.

Good technical characteristics explain the popularity of the motorcycle

And for comfortable long-distance travel, the manufacturer has provided good footrests and a long seat covered with anti-slip rubberized material. The steering wheel is also comfortable and ensures a safe landing.

Other technical characteristics include a standard 4-stroke system with 1 cylinder and air-cooled engine. With relatively little power, it boasts 15.6 horses at 8 thousand rpm. The motor is copied from the Suzuki DR 200, which indicates its reliability.

The motard weighs 200,126 kg, and the fuel tank can hold up to 10.6 liters of gasoline. Both indicators are average for this class of motorcycles. Can withstand loads up to 276 kg. Consumption, on average, is 2.9 liters per 100 km - very good. And this despite the fact that the bike can reach a speed of 100 km/h, which is quite good for traveling on the highway.

Total

Despite the fact that the Baltmotors Street 200 DD is no longer produced, it is worth considering if you are choosing your first motorcycle and don’t have a lot of money to buy. On the secondary market, used copies are quite cheap, cheaper than the vast majority of other Chinese bikes of similar capacity. At the same time, the Baltmotors Street 200 DD surpasses most of them in almost all respects. Even though it is just a budget small-capacity motorcycle, it is still worth the money. And there are no serious problems with finding spare parts for it even now, thanks to their dealer network.

At the beginning of June, I finished running with papers, and fun competitions began with the spendthrift - who drags whom more often. Number zero: even before getting my license, while driving to the asphalt patch in the neighboring village, I simply mixed up the positions of the fuel tap and was left without a reserve. Pushed 5km. I realized that I needed normal motorbike boots, and that work boots not only provided so-so protection, but were also no better suited for long walking – I couldn’t walk for a week with blisters. I bought hiking motorcycle boots at a second-hand store. It was necessary right away.

Number one: my first trip with a license, ~60 km. About the 50th of them, it turns out that the vibration had finished off the rear brake linkage mounting bolts that had been carefully left untouched by someone. This one, without waiting until I need to slow down, makes a FUCK - the rod rests on the asphalt and bends in an arc. The brake shield rotates on the axle, and the rod bent into an arc ends up sticking out into the sky and rubbing the wheel. Ten minutes on the side of the road, and the habit of taking with me a whole bag of useful junk, which this year transformed into a backpack, helped me get there under my own power with a rod tied with wire. This was followed by disassembly, straightening the bent one, bending the straight one, installation of nuts with nylon, and the incidental invention of plastic bushings wherever, for some unknown reason, the holes were several mm larger than the bolts in them.

Number two. A week has passed. Night. My friend and I are driving to the high bank of the Volga, about 25 km one way. Right at the entrance, on a 30% climb (Great Enemy, 52rus, the most beautiful place!), I don’t shift down very carefully, FUCK - and four pins of the driven star are cut off. A friend gave me his money, I’m going to pick up the truck, I come back, we load my money, we’re going home, before that we don’t forget to stand by the Volga at night. No camera can properly capture night water, it’s a pity. After disassembly, it turned out that out of 4 studs, one had already been cut off earlier. I threw out the studs, drilled out the debris, cut m10x1.25 threads in the existing bushings and screwed in the hardened bolts from the ball joint 2108. During the assembly process, I got tired, hungry and, as a result, became confused about what was on the rear wheel axle and in what order, and from this it follows...

… Number three. In a couple of days I’m driving about 40 km one way to visit. 200m before the target, on a slow turn, the rear wheel simply jams. I discover: the rear axle nut is missing, half the fender mounting bolts are missing, the wheel is skewed, the number is askew, the brake shield is rubbing against the wheel, and, in fact, the wedge. I push one revolution forward, I push one revolution back, after 15 minutes the wedge disappeared. I got there, screwed on the missing fasteners, and we went back together. A friend makes sure that my bike doesn’t loosen as it goes. But we are more or less getting there. After disassembling and smoking the catalog, it turned out that the unfortunate fixer in my person had mixed up the distance spacers on the left and right, which is why the wheel was warped and began to rub the brake shield. At the same time, the left bushing rubbed the bearing seal and its remains bit into the bearing itself. Well, in addition, the tuners who mocked the moto before me did not take into account the 3-4mm thickness of the fastenings of their fashionable wing, standing on the same axis, because of which a bursting force acted on the pendulum, causing it to burst 2cm from the axis on the left - I had to brew it. I am a lucky person, so it was that evening that I discovered that I had fallen in love with a whole cylinder of welding mixture, and I had to weld the pendulum using manual arc welding with a 3mm electrode, adding another electrode as an additive. Eh, I hesitated to polish it later, but it turned out strong. I had to invent an ersatz oil seal, consisting of a thick washer with minimal gaps along the outer and inner diameters, specially turned by me on a machine. I stuffed blue lithium grease for bearings under it, after cleaning the victim. All that remains is to clean the brake shield and wheel from the hardening. Aluminum rubs against aluminum quite poorly. The spacer bushings have also been sharpened. The design has so far proven to be more or less workable. Today I drove about a hundred, and nothing disintegrated in the area of ​​the rear wheel. Well, it’s true that the muffler fell apart, and now I have to invent ways to seal it back, but that doesn’t count - I got there myself! Buy ten-year-old Chinese motorcycles =) Just make sure you have a truck, a mechanic, a lathe, a welding machine and a free schedule, otherwise you may regret it. I still don’t really regret it, because in the end life has become less boring, and isn’t that what I was trying to achieve? Mot makes me happy and keeps me in shape - it makes me remember skills that I have already forgotten. Well, it’s still two orders of magnitude easier to repair than a truck with a fixed cab. Only 200 cubic meters is not enough. We should have looked for 400.

But in the intervals between all this I have already covered almost 1000 km.