Motorcycle manufacturers release new bikes almost every six months. Some motorcycles are sold out even before pre-order sales begin, while others have been looking for their owners for a very long time. This motorcycle was talked about even before it went on sale. Motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world discussed the new product and eagerly awaited the start of sales. This is the Stels 400 GT motorcycle - a reliable enduro from the Middle Kingdom, which has gained great popularity both in Russia and in Europe.
Briefly about Stels 400 GT
The motorcycle was released and went on sale in 2013. A few months later it appeared in Russia, where it is sold quite successfully to this day. It's worth talking about why the 400 GT was so anticipated. After all, Stels is not as popular as, for example, Ducati or Yamaha, so that every new product is discussed almost everywhere. In fact, the Stels 400 GT motorcycle has its predecessor, the Stels 400 Enduro, which was released two years before this model. The Enduro version was quite loved by endurists, which is why it was decided to expand the model range. Actually, this is what happened - two years later the GT, GS and Cruiser versions were released. The abbreviation GT stands for Grand Turismo, which means “Great Journey”. This characterizes this model, since it is made specifically for travel, trips along serpentine roads, and rough terrain with poor road surfaces.
Stels 400 GS - budget off-road bike
May 7, 2013
The new touring motorcycle Stels 400 GS, produced in Russia with the assistance of Chinese developers from the Qianjiang Group, entered the market, debuting in an unusual quality. From now on, this line of Stealth 400 motorcycles, imitating German bikes from BMW, acquired the abbreviation GS in its name, hinting at the excellent “all-terrain capability” of the new product.
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Domestic, based in Zhukovsky and collaborating with a leading Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, has once again pleased its fans. The appearance of the new Stels 400 GS attracts attention at first glance and meets the most modern standards. The new bike is based on a compact welded tubular frame made of high-strength steel. The length of the motorcycle is 2210 mm, the overall height is 1360 mm, the seat height is 850 mm, and the width is 860 mm. The wheelbase of the Stealth 400 GS is 1520 mm. The curb weight of the new product does not exceed 163 kg, the permissible maximum gross weight is 311 kg, and the upper limit of the load on the rear wheel should not exceed 191 kg. The motorcycle is equipped with a stylish ergonomic two-seater seat, a special windproof body kit from the GT version model and a sports fuel tank that holds 22 liters. Buyers will be offered a choice of three colors: red, yellow and gray.
Specifications . The new product is equipped with a four-stroke gasoline engine XY191MQ-2 with one cylinder having a displacement of 387 cm3. The engine uses a carburetor power system, contactless CDI ignition with electronic control, an electric starter, NGK DCPR8E spark plugs, and a liquid cooling system. The maximum power produced by this engine is 19 hp. at 7000 rpm. In this case, the peak torque occurs at around 20 Nm at 6000 rpm, providing acceleration to a maximum of 120 km/h. Although the engine does not have outstanding torque, it is quite worthy of a budget motorcycle, and also provides very good fuel economy - the average consumption of AI-92 gasoline should not exceed 5 liters per 100 km.
The exhaust system of the Stels 400 GS motorcycle uses one muffler, which has two built-in three-component neutralizers, which guarantees a smooth, slightly daring sound that can appeal primarily to young people. The XY191MQ-2 engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission with foot shift and a multi-plate wet clutch. Torque is transmitted to the driven rear wheel through a chain drive with a gear ratio of 2.727.
The suspension of the new bike is borrowed from its brother in the line - STELS 400 Enduro. The front uses an inverted telescopic fork with two spring-hydraulic shock absorbers, and the rear uses a pendulum-type linkage suspension with a hydraulic monoshock absorber. The brakes on both wheels are single disc, petal. At the front, the designers preferred a manual hydraulic drive, and the rear wheel was equipped with a foot-operated hydraulic drive. The wheels themselves are spoked, with a steel rim. The front is 21 inches and the rear is 18 inches.
Price . In Russia, the new touring motorcycle Stels 400 GS is offered to buyers for a minimum of 135,000 rubles. Compared to its main competitors, the new product looks more affordable, but at the same time, there is currently no data on the reliability of this bike, as well as on the quality of its build. As for the equipment, in the basic version the Stealth 400 GS is equipped with rear-view mirrors, a trunk, a windproof body kit, lensed headlights, a wide-based step, aluminum crankcase protection and a set of tools in a stylish handbag. The manufacturer's recommended service mileage for Russian operating conditions is 2000 km.
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Specifications
The Stels 400 GT motorcycle received a four-stroke single-cylinder engine with a volume of 386.8 cm3 and a power of 19 hp. The maximum speed of the motorcycle is 140 km/h. I'd like more, but it's worth considering that the 400 GT wasn't made for high speeds. The motorcycle has a carburetor fuel supply system, which can be adjusted if desired. I was also pleased with the presence of a liquid cooling system. In principle, the dropsy on the Stealth 400 GT copes with its tasks perfectly. According to the owners' reviews, you can ride the motorcycle in active mode for more than an hour without any problems and not be afraid of overheating, even in hot weather. The engine can only be started using an electric starter, since a kickstarter is not provided here. This is due to the large engine volume, so trying to start a power unit of such power using a kickstarter is simply useless.
It is worth saying that the manufacturers did a good job on the chassis of the motorcycle. This is not to say that it performs as well as the suspension on some BMW or KTM. The suspension of this motorcycle copes with its tasks exactly as much as the bike costs. The Stealth 400 GT is equipped with an inverted telescopic fork and a swingarm with monoshock absorbers. Unfortunately, there is no option to customize the suspension. In general, you shouldn’t expect anything supernatural from the chassis. In order to have fun on not the most bumpy off-road conditions, it is quite enough.
But the braking system showed its best side. A hydraulic disc brake system with a piston caliper is installed here. Whether in the city or on the highway, you don't have to worry about not being able to stop in time. Even in active driving mode, there are enough brakes to spare, especially if when braking you use not only the rear, but also the front brake.
Appearance of Stels 400 GT
Appearance is the first thing that attracts most people to buy Chinese equipment. It is worth saying that the manufacturer paid a lot of attention to it, because the motorcycle looks quite impressive. Alloy wheels, voluminous front with very beautiful optics and a high wing. If desired, you can additionally install a rear glove compartment on the motorcycle, which will be located behind the passenger’s back. For city driving, the motorcycle is equipped with all the necessary things: brake light, turn signals, low and high beams, side mirrors.
The bike also has a very informative panel that displays all the data necessary for the motorcyclist. Here you can see fuel consumption, how much gas is left in the tank, time, mileage, and so on. The tachometer is ordinary, but the speed, like other data, can be seen on the electronic display.
Advantages and disadvantages of a motorcycle
Overall, the Stels 400 GT is a good road motorcycle that performs well both in the city and off-road. However, like any other equipment, a motorcycle has its pros and cons, which I would like to talk about a little.
- The motorcycle has a fairly good engine. Considering the weight and dimensions of the motorcycle, it pulls well. But it's only good as long as you ride without a passenger. As soon as another person sits in the back seat, you begin to realize that power is a little lacking. If you don’t plan to travel often together, then you can safely buy it. But if you often have to carry a passenger with you, then it is better to consider more powerful options.
- As for the cross-country ability of the motorcycle, it can be called quite confident. Of course, there is no ABS system, as in advanced enduros, but in not the worst conditions the motorcycle feels good. The factory comes with a road tire, so if you want to use the motorcycle primarily off-road, it is better to immediately purchase heavier tires.
- It cannot be said that the cost of a motorcycle is its advantage, but it cannot be called a disadvantage either. The price for the Stels 400 GT is quite reasonable. The only question is whether it is worth buying, because for this money you can buy a used Honda or Yamaha.
- A disadvantage that really cannot be ignored is the lack of crankcase protection. The motorcycle has all the prerequisites to operate it off-road, where protection plays an important role. However, the manufacturer did not consider it necessary to install a protective pan on the motorcycle.
In conclusion, it is worth saying that Chinese technology is always a compromise between price and quality. However, Stels has proven itself to be the best and has been producing good quality equipment for several years now. All that remains is to decide whether you can make friends with her.
