Author Topic: CFMoto 650 TK endurance test (Read 19420 times)

ST2UP · « **on:** February 06, 2014, 07:40:47 PM »

Here is a spotlink of a ride being undertaken on 2x CFMoto 650TK (mini look a like ST1300).......spoke to Karl earlier and after only 500k's he is quiet impressed at the capabilities of the $8,000 bike.

Looking forward to watching Karl (skidoo) & Craig (Wombattle) and the ensuing ride reports on this bike.

Rough itinerary 3.45am at the lighthouse carpark Byron Bay (08/02/14) then off for a depart docket

Karl’s Spot URL: https://spotwalla.com/tripViewer.php?id=8b4452f13f7e45db0

Craig’s Spot URL: https://spotwalla.com/tripViewer.php?id=8b4c52f2036b89830

Day 1 Port Augusta
Day 2 Coolgardie
Day 3 Denham
Day 4 Caiguna
Day 5 Broken Hill
Day 6 Byron Bay

Will add some real life pics tomorrow of the bike.........

Wombattle · « **Reply #1 on:** February 06, 2014, 08:20:20 PM »

Our own Lionel is going on the trip too riding his ST1300. He's OIC photographs and no doubt his lighting will be a big help in the dark time.

My SPOT Link is https://spotwalla.com/tripViewer.php?id=8b4c52f2036b89830

Here's a pic of the 65-TK they've lent me.

And some quick and dirty farkles,

Pezzz · « **Reply #2 on:** February 06, 2014, 08:21:57 PM »

Wife's uncle bought one ... it is actually taller than my ST1100 !!!!!!

Pocket STocker · « **Reply #3 on:** February 06, 2014, 09:48:32 PM »

Skidoo's test bike

Heard the guys mention at Nambucca it is even a Honda colour red on the manufactures label under the seat.

ST2UP · « **Reply #4 on:** February 07, 2014, 10:58:47 AM »

Quick visit from Skidooo on a foggy New England morning......

Hmmm have seen these pegs before......wonder what this thing is that goes around that cog on the back does

Quick farkle frenzy for the trip.....

Wild Rose · « **Reply #5 on:** February 07, 2014, 01:17:03 PM »

It will be good to get a report when they finish the ride.

Looks like a great bike at the right price

STeveo · « **Reply #6 on:** February 07, 2014, 05:32:19 PM »

I bought a CFMoto quad bike last June and have nothing but praise for it. Would be very interested in the TK when the 1100 expires.

Biggles · « **Reply #7 on:** February 07, 2014, 06:30:07 PM »

Quote from: STeveo on February 07, 2014, 05:32:19 PM

I bought a CFMoto quad bike last June and have nothing but praise for it. Would be very interested in the TK when the 1100 expires.

They will have stopped building them and most of their bikes will have expired, so you'll have to find something else when the ST11 gives up the ghost.

Brian · « **Reply #8 on:** February 07, 2014, 06:48:39 PM »

ST1300 Vs. CFMoto 650 TK can be likened to a real hot babe vs. her not so hot friend.....

Wombat · « **Reply #9 on:** February 07, 2014, 06:55:33 PM »

Ride safe and true skidoo and Wombattle .
Keep up the reputation for the wombats Craig

STeveo · « **Reply #10 on:** February 07, 2014, 06:59:42 PM »

Quote from: Brian on February 07, 2014, 06:48:39 PM

ST1300 Vs. CFMoto 650 TK can be likened to a real hot babe vs. her not so hot friend.....

At my age I am comfortable with the not so hot friend, particulary if she is a lot newer and lighter, doesn't require lots of time and money spent on her, is still comfortable to ride and I am able to pick her up.

Pezzz · « **Reply #11 on:** February 07, 2014, 07:10:23 PM »

Quote from: STeveo on February 07, 2014, 06:59:42 PM

Quote from: Brian on February 07, 2014, 06:48:39 PM
ST1300 Vs. CFMoto 650 TK can be likened to a real hot babe vs. her not so hot friend.....

At my age I am comfortable with the not so hot friend, particulary if she is a lot newer and lighter, doesn't require lots of time and money spent on her, is still comfortable to ride and I am able to pick her up.

hahah good comeback ....

ST2UP · « **Reply #12 on:** February 08, 2014, 08:43:33 PM »

Riders just crossed into SA after the 4am start in Byron Bay......Overnight in Port Augusta

Yorkie · « **Reply #13 on:** February 08, 2014, 09:18:11 PM »

I am looking to head out and meet them Monday, probably around Merredin.

ST2UP · « **Reply #14 on:** February 12, 2014, 11:00:27 PM »

The 3 riders should be back into NSW by 0100 and into bed in Broken Hill looking at finishing around 22:30 Thursday back where they started in Byron Bay.......

tj189 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 13, 2014, 05:10:53 AM »

at broken hill 10 minutes ago

Biggles · « **Reply #16 on:** February 13, 2014, 10:26:03 AM »

Sadly Lionel is stuck at Wilcannia with an ST1300 that cranks but won't start. Saaz has been advising. Now waiting for NRMA.

edit to specify which ST he's on today.
Stuck at the Shell since 7:06 this morning Qld time.

StinkyPete · « **Reply #17 on:** February 13, 2014, 10:51:32 AM »

Quote from: Biggles on February 13, 2014, 10:26:03 AM

Sadly Lionel is stuck at Wilcannia ......

It's ironic that the ST has stopped, but the CFMoto's are going well. Who'd have guessed. Best wishes to all.

Biggles · « **Reply #18 on:** February 13, 2014, 11:14:40 AM »

Quote from: StinkyPete on February 13, 2014, 10:51:32 AM

Quote from: Biggles on February 13, 2014, 10:26:03 AM
Sadly Lionel is stuck at Wilcannia ......

It's ironic that the ST has stopped, but the CFMoto's are going well. Who'd have guessed. Best wishes to all.

I guess we'll have to say the CFs are brand new and something wore out on the ST. It's been going virtually continuously for 5 days!

ST2UP · « **Reply #19 on:** February 13, 2014, 12:51:35 PM »

Spoke with Saaz awhile ago......looks bad fuel related, another car came into the servo and fuelled at same bowser and conked out just as it pulled out onto the road......Lionel is doing a tank drain etc as others press on.....Saaz working spread sheet to put Lionel back on track.

Go luck team

Whizz · « **Reply #20 on:** February 13, 2014, 01:14:56 PM »

A very sweet-looking ST1300 look-alike...the only thing I can see, that I immediately don't like, is the dammed drive chain, why couldn't they have put in a drive shaft not a dammed chain??? Otherwise it is a very nice ST1300 copy

Brock · « **Reply #21 on:** February 13, 2014, 03:36:38 PM »

If you can, throw some metho in the tanks as well, that will help absorb any water that may be in there, and allow it to burn.

Biggles · « **Reply #22 on:** February 13, 2014, 03:48:09 PM »

Sadly it's been trucked to Cobar.
Maybe once the fuel gets into injector lines it's more than just a tank drain that's needed.

Abe · « **Reply #23 on:** February 13, 2014, 04:19:34 PM »

BUGGER

STeveo · « **Reply #24 on:** February 13, 2014, 04:43:42 PM »

I bet Lionel is pleased to be out of Wilcannia!

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