The Patron Taker 250 motorcycle has a deceptive appearance. Upon visual inspection, one gets the impression that this is a rather old model of some kind of “Japanese”. But both professionals and motorcycle enthusiasts will immediately say that this is a rather unique model. The only thing that makes Tucker look like something other than ancient Japanese is the sticker with the company logo (Yingang). You can find both positive and negative reviews about the Patron Taker 250. Let's take a closer look at the unusual motorcycle.
What does Patron Taker 250 look like?
The dynamic features combined with the tank make this motorcycle similar to a sport bike. Precision and ergonomics combined with a monotonous color make the design of the bike truly “Spartan”. The absence of a fairing, no unnecessary accessories or additions on the dashboard, and a round headlight complete the image of the motorcycle, giving it the appearance of a machine from the 80s. For those who have an idea of what muscle bikes or street fighters are, it won’t be difficult to understand what the Tucker looks like. The only thing that distinguishes this motorcycle from the above is the smaller engine size and its power. Patron Taker 250, the photo of which is given in the article, looks very unusual.
Clone or exclusive?
If, among the wide range of motorcycle models released over the past twenty years, you look for a direct analogue of the Tucker 250, you may find something that simply isn’t there. Only the Suzuki GS 500, which was released in 1988, is more or less similar to it.
The frame design with a diagonal element, three spokes in the wheel rims, the same wheelbase length (1400 mm) and wheel sizes, combined with the shape of the saddle and the shank of the facing, make it similar to the Tucker. But the Chinese model of the motorcycle is original in the presence of a double-disc brake and an inverted fork.
A thorough visual inspection will reveal some of the features of the Patron Taker 250. The most noticeable characteristics during visual inspection are:
- subframe, which is welded to a steel frame;
- a pendulum, which is made of pipes with a rectangular cross-section;
- expansion tank attached to the radiator;
- bracket for securing the muffler.
The most interesting point is the bracket. If you look closely, at first glance it seems that this is some kind of record borrowed from a school workshop. Moreover, it was clearly not the teacher who cut it out. Simply put, it looks quite unaesthetic and spoils the appearance.
Skins for p250
Due to the fact that the gun is very popular, the price range for skins will be large. It is also very important to note that we will be analyzing the most expensive skins of each model.
р250 Surf Colors price ~230$ (6000 UAH, 16,000 rubles)
р250 Nuclear threat price ~220$ (5700 UAH, 15,500 rubles)
р250 Modern hunter price ~225$ (5800 UAH, 15,800 rubles)
р250 Snow haze price ~75$ (1800 UAH, 3,800 rubles)
р250 Painting price ~33$ (800 UAH, 1,800 rubles)
р250 Spot price ~15$ (420 UAH, 1,300 rubles)
р250 Farewell grin price ~60$ (1200 UAH, 3000 rubles)
r250 Deceased price ~120$ (3000 UAH, 8600 rubles)
r250 Deceased price ~20$ (580 UAH, 1800 rubles)
Video with main p250 skins
Motorcycle engine
The most important thing to pay attention to is the engine. The 250 cm3 cubic capacity, rare for the Chinese automobile industry, is equipped with all the technical bells and whistles:
- Liquid cooling.
- Twin-shaft four-valve head.
- Balancer shaft.
- Six-speed gearbox.
The Patron Taker 250 has an engine similar to the old NX250 (it was released in the mid-80s).
You should know that the AX-1 (NX250) had 29 horsepower at 8500 rpm. Chinese manufacturers made some improvements and got an engine of 26 “horses” with a number of revolutions per minute of 9000. In this engine:
- 70mm piston (same as NX250);
- piston stroke – 65 mm;
- The engine capacity is even slightly larger than 250 cc. cm.
Despite the fact that the “Chinese” is designed to work with gasoline with an octane rating of more than 90, there was still a slight loss of power.
Power point
The Patron Taker 250 is driven by a four-stroke carburetor engine with a displacement of 250 cubic centimeters. The engine is liquid cooled, has two camshafts in the head, and one balance shaft.
All this allows the engine to develop a power of 25 horsepower with maximum torque at 8500 rpm. The unit is powered by gasoline with an octane rating of at least 90.
The transmission is carried out using a chain. It is made according to the principle of step - percentage of an inch. A significant drawback is the small thickness of the plates and the absence of special rings. This is the main reason for the rapid stretching of the chain. As a result, there is a need to constantly adjust the tension. Experts recommend replacing the chain with a more reliable one as soon as possible after purchasing a motorcycle.
Comfortable trips
The shape of the fuel tank allows you to feel incredibly comfortable when driving. Even how the knees should be positioned can be determined by the presence of special bulges. This ensures a correct fit. But there is also a clear drawback. This convenience is designed exclusively for short people. However, the Chinese auto industry will correct this shortcoming with the release of the next series of motorcycles. The modified shape of the gas tank will allow you to fill it with fuel, which will last for 500-600 kilometers. Moreover, the consumption per hundred kilometers is only 2.5 liters.
The instrument panel and buttons on the steering wheel, as well as the entire motorcycle, are made in a spartan style. The combination of neat execution and ease of use makes this iron horse incredibly convenient.
The only thing missing is the usual red buttons to stop the engine and turn on the hazard lights. The dashboard is an example of a minimum product range. But in addition to the usual speedometer, tachometer and odometer, there is a fuel gauge and a digital display for monitoring the gear engaged. There are no tricks or bells and whistles - everything is done in the “classic” style.
Ergonomics
First of all, you need to consider the technical characteristics of the Patron Taker 250. You should start with its ergonomics. The instrument panel of the bike, as mentioned above, is simple and consists of a minimum of necessary options. There is a speedometer with an odometer and a trip meter, a tachometer with a gear number indicator and a high beam indicator, and turn signal indicators. Also here you can see a fuel level meter in the tank and an engine overheating alarm.
But at the same time, very important and necessary controls are conveniently located. There is no need to reach to open the choke - the lever is located next to the left handle. The fuel opening valve is electronically controlled and opens when the engine starts (no need to remember whether the valve is open or closed).
The motorcycle seat is straight, like on a chair. The tank has special anatomical bulges, which creates additional comfort when driving. The height from the ground to the saddle is 810 mm, which allows people with a height of 170-190 cm to ride comfortably.
The limit for Patron Taker is 250. What is the maximum speed?
145 kilometers per hour. This is the maximum speed for the Patron Taker 250. But what is strange is that the motorcycle does not have a fairing and the rider is supposed to sit straight.
Such features cause discomfort when accelerating to at least 120 km/h. You can ride up to “hundreds” quite comfortably. But at higher speeds, there is a desire to bend down so that the headwind does not blow various debris (midges, leaves, etc.) into your face. But if you bend over, the steering wheel is uncomfortable to hold (it is too wide and set high for this). Accordingly, the question arises - why did the Chinese bother installing the latest engine with bells and whistles, if the motorcycle cannot be accelerated to maximum?
Convenience and comfort of driving: what if you want to go faster?
As stated above, the maximum speed that Taker can reach is 140 km/h. But the motorcycle does not have a windshield, so when accelerating above 100-110 km/h, riding discomfort is determined. A strong headwind, midges, pebbles - all this leads to a desire to change the landing to a reclining position. But, unfortunately, this is not feasible, since neither the steering wheel nor the seat are suitable for this.
Therefore, the maximum comfortable speed on this bike will be 100-110 km/h, which is quite enough not only for moving within the city, but also outside it.
Gear shifting is soft and precise. For city driving, the first four speeds are quite enough. Fifth and sixth gears are suitable for country driving. Shifting into neutral does not cause any problems.
Average fuel consumption is 4 liters. This allows you to travel 350-400 km on one fill-up.
Sources
- https://moto163.ru/ekipirovka/kupit-motocikl-patron-taker-250.html
- https://FB.ru/article/235690/patron-taker-otzyivyi-tehnicheskie-harakteristiki-foto-maksimalnaya-skorost
- https://k-SportRacing.ru/motocikly/patron-amagi-250-harakteristiki.html
- https://www.syl.ru/article/365373/mototsikl-patron-taker-opisanie-tehnicheskie-harakteristiki-otzyivyi
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Motorcycle characteristics
In order for you to get to know the motorcycle better, Patron Taker 250 technical specifications will be presented below.
- The gears are evenly distributed throughout the entire ratio range. The exception is the sixth. You don't have to turn it on at all. Well, perhaps when driving long distances, in order to save gasoline.
- Tires from Kenda. This is a well-known, but no more, manufacturer in Taiwan.
- Load and speed index – 66N. This is enough to travel without a load at a speed of 200 km/h.
- The width of the rear tire is even larger than that of a GS motorcycle (engine capacity - 500 cc).
- The suspensions will not allow you to customize your motorcycle. You can't even change the spring tension.
- Possibility of adjusting the rear shock absorber using a special lever.
- The rear monoshock absorber provides a relatively soft ride even on Russian roads.
For a road motorcycle, all these characteristics can be rated as four (on a five-point scale). It has especially good brakes. In principle, they would be suitable for a more powerful “horse”.
The chain drive does not affect the driving experience in any way. For these motorcycles, it is manufactured using %-inch pitch chain technology. The only negative is that the plates are not thick enough and, moreover, without rings. Just right for an IZH or Java, but they are not suitable for such a motorcycle. The reason is that the chain will have to be tightened every day. That is why professionals recommend that immediately after purchasing the Patron Tucker 250 motorcycle, purchase another chain and immediately replace the original one with it. The remaining characteristics of the Patron Taker 250 allow you to ride without being embarrassed by its archaic appearance. The literal translation of the name is “raider.”
A little history
If you look closely, you can see two names on the tank – Patron and Yingang. Most likely, these two names will tell little to most Russian motorcyclists. To clarify, let's dive headlong into historical facts.
The city of Izhevsk is known throughout Russia thanks to the Ural motorcycle company with six years of experience in withstanding competition in the sales market. For the last two years, the Izhevsk company has been importing motorcycles from China. She also changed the direction of production. Instead of lightweight scooters, powerful “iron horses” are now being produced. What is Jingang? This is probably the least known Chinese company. It is not widely popular among consumers. Motorcycles produced by the Yingang company have either clones of Izhevsk engines or lower-shaft Honda engines with a volume of 200 cubic meters. And there are only a few dozen such motorcycles on the market.
"Tucker" became a real gem in this entire collection of "good" motorcycles. By the way, the original name will sound like this: YC250NF Tracer 250. And the most interesting thing is that the manufacturers from Izhevsk have been persuading their management for a long time to put the Tucker into wide production and send it to the market.
Cost of a sportbike
The Patron Sport 250 motorcycle is unpretentious in maintenance and operation, which is its undoubted advantage and is highly valued by motorcyclists. Since the bike is assembled in China, spare parts for it are sold at a low price and can be easily found in specialized stores.
The minimum cost of the Patron Sport 250 motorcycle is 25 thousand rubles, but it can vary depending on the chosen model, of which more than three dozen were produced during the entire production period. The maximum price of a sportbike can be 125 thousand rubles.
