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.
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
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.
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.
The motorcycle is ideal for beginners
Reviews from Baltmotors Street 200 DD owners
A normal motorcycle, five years in the same hands, 40+ thousand miles already, normal flight. There are many advantages - it looks cool, it picks up speed confidently, the gearbox and engine work perfectly, the brakes are super effective. There are also some disadvantages - it moves too easily with a side wind, on the removed asphalt it is thrown harshly from side to side due to the narrow wheel at the back, and the headlight shines like a Chinese LED flashlight. And dealers don’t have all the spare parts; anything more serious than a cable or clutch discs can take two months to order. Anton, Moscow, Baltmotors Street 200 DD '2014.
Very comfortable fit, nothing sticks, I drove from home to the sea, 1000+ km one way, stopping only at gas stations to fill up with gasoline and smoke. You can’t take a lot of luggage with a passenger, but if it’s just one person, then in place of the second number you can load at least 20 kg of junk; at a speed of 100-110 km/h nothing blows away. Vasily, Lipetsk, Baltmotors Street 200 DD '2013.
A serious bike, not a Chinese knockoff of something Japanese, but with its own design. Despite the fact that the roots are Chinese, the QINGQI engine seems to be worth it, tuning for it is available on Aliexpress. The quality of the motorcycle as a whole is at the same level, it does not fall apart while driving, and does not require too much attention. Alexey, Tyumen, Baltmotors Street 200 DD '2016.
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.
Check the adjustment of the throttle cable nuts, the condition and functionality of the throttle, and see if the nuts are falling out.
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
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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.
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 motorcycle underwent a number of changes, the chain, sprockets and tires were improved, and the model became one of the best in its class.
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
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. It’s quite possible to 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.
It is unlikely that you will remain in the black if you buy junk. In addition, the prices for Baltmotors bikes are quite affordable.
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.
