You can spare yourself the rev box. If the engine is the same as the european version the performance restriction is mostly in the head, 25/21 valves(or was it 24/20).

(skyteam gorilla 125 or skybongo as they are called nowadays)

 

Actually this model is a California smog legal bike, no one else has these features added, it has exhaust gas recirculation, evaporative collection , catalytic converter,carbon canister etc. No one has went to the added expense of getting these 50 state legal.

While the bikes look similar, they are different.

 

Thanks man.



I already have the rev box from another project so thats why I listed it.



I have a big valve 125 Lifan with a lighting compatible strator so it may get swapped out if the stocker is a dog.



I am hoping to wake it up a little with the VM26 versus the 22mm that its running now.



I will let you know what direction I go.



Does anyone know of a head kit for this motor specifically, perhaps thats a better way to do this..?



-HFM

 

Since you are not in california, you might see big improvements in stripping the "CARB" smog crap off.

I rode that exact bike today and it runs well, tested it against the Sherpa, that is also a fun bike!!

 

Is the Sherpa geared lower then the CT70 clone?

 

Those retro models are sweet, I rode the Pitsterpro Classic 125 for the first time on Friday and I now I think I need one. Not sure which model I would like yet but I cant wait to see what your build looks like when its done.

 

Just got a call from the freight company and we have scheduled delivery on Thursday morning.



So far Pitster pro has been on the mark with service and delivery; the MSO should arrive in the mail a few days after the bike.



Also have a few extras are already on the way...



Billet bar clamps from Vince at T-Bolt



Chrome 280mm rear shocks. (I have attached a pic below)



-HFM

 

I went ahead and ordered this seat.



I like the overall shape and think that the lower profile will look much better with the gorilla style tank.



The bike arrives tomorrow.



-HFM

 

very cool im about to build me somthing for the street too!!

 

nice. where did you get the seat from?

 

BKK Classic Bike on Ebay.. It takes about a month to get here, but I have dealt with them a few times and never had issues.



-HFM

 

Sorry for the delay in pictures.



Here are a few that I snapped when the crate arrived last week. I have since assembled the bike completely aside from installing the battery.



I plan on going to get it inspected in 100% stock trim this week and will then begin the tear down and build up with the aftermarket parts.



A HUGE thanks goes out to Pitster Pro for a fast turnaround on the order and for using a great shipping company that got this baby to me without a scratch or dent anywhere!



More updates later this week.



-HFM

 

I want one of those so bad!! They are a blast to ride! One cool part of my job ,, I get to ride everything Pitster sells,,And this one is a ton of fun!

 

I was able to get insurance through Progressive for only 80 bucks per year (6.66 per month).



Tomorrow is the state inspection and next week I will be headed to the DMV for plates!



I will have a ton of pictures posted after this weekend as I plan to start the upgrades on Friday.



Does anyone know the actual top speed (stock) of one of these bikes? I havent even fired it up yet, but wanted to get a base line before making gearing changes and swapping out the wheels, carb, pipe etc.



-HFM

 

The 2011 skyteam skybongo(gorilla) is stated to have a topspeed of 89kmh.(2011 model now has 10" wheels, 2010 and before had 8" wheels)





My skyteam lmp125(monkey model with alu frame and 10" wheels) did 93kmh(58mph) stock, after run in period. It showed 6kW on the dyno.

Now it has a daytona 150 engine, completely different animal.

 

Interesting... My Skyteam Gorilla MSO is running 8 inch wheels and is listed as a 2011. I wonder if the states import it configured differently. Either way I have the 10's to swap out as well.



Thanks for the info on top end. I hope to get 60 mph with 16:28, 10's, pipe and the VM26 on the motor.



-HFM

 

Since today is inspection day for the little bike, I had to get it tightened up last night and ready for the road.



Once the battery was filled and the gas went in it fired right up.



Even though this tranny is a one down 3 up, I was suprised how well it shifted through the gears and also how easy it was to find N.



On my other Lifan motor it was always tricky..or impossible..



Anyway after a warm up and inspection I took it around the area a few times to see how it ran. Overall the bike is smooth, pulls okay and has a great seating position. It is much more comfortable than my 82 Z with the stock seat. Although its early in the break in period I did pin it a few times to see what type of top end it would pull. The best I could muster (bone stock) was 85 KPH (52.82 MPH) and it wasnt for lack of room- that was all it had. Now- I havent swapped out 8's for 10's and its still running really choked out with all the emission equiptment and a small pipe/carb combo. I wouldnt be suprised if it gets into the mid-high 90's (59-60 MPH) once that has happened and the motor is properly broken in.



Overall though- what a fun little ride.



More updates this weekend (pics)



-HFM

 

One step closer...



She passed state the inspection- no sweat. I also asked about emissions control devices for the state of Texas and the guy told me that for any bike under 200cc no SMOG testing is required. Thats good news as I planned on dropping all that gear anyway. I have included a picture of the tangled mess of hoses and valves for the EPA gear that is sucking the life out of the motor right now. Also included is one last picture of the bike as it sits prior to the rebuild.



Registration is next week and I am stuck on what plate to get for it.



Texas has the following available:



ZFIDDY

NOTA50

HFM

125Z (I might go to a 150 so this isnt the best option)

APE125



Teardown and build up pictures to follow later this weekend.



-HFM

 

I managed to get a night of wrenching in on Friday and the transformation has begun.



Still waitng on more parts to get here and also time to continue with the build, but here are a few pictures that will update you all on the progress thus far.



Installed so far:



10 inch wheels

+1.5 Swinger

TB Rev Box

KOSO Tach

Kitaco Catch

VM26 Carb/Intake

New grips/bar ends

Upsweep pipe



Tons more work to do...



-HFM



Pictures:



I took one of the handle bars so you can see the KOSO tach mounted on the left side. It fits perfectly.



I haven't completed the bracket for the steering damper so its just hanging there for test fitting.



I am also working on the catch can and steel lines for fitment, but you should be able to see the direction I am going.

 

I vote ZFIDDY for the plate. Looks good man, it's coming along.

 

Thank you sir- thats the direction I am leaning as well.



I appreciate the feedback.



-HFM

 

Looks clean! Are the wheels and swinger chinese?

 

The swinger is from TB and the Wheels are from T-Bolt. I would assume they are China parts although Im not sure.



-HFM

 

Success! Quick and painless at the DMV.



Look out ZX-11's and R1's another Z is about to hit the streets...





-HFM

 

i really like it so far



those wheels and pipe really set it off

 

What a difference from the stock bike, I'm looking forward to seeing the end result. Looks great so far!

 

Thanks guys!



I will get more detailed pictures added soon.



-HFM

 

Coming along nicely!



Will you be keeping it blue or customise the colour too?

 

The blue color will remain, but look for a little white striping down the center of the tank as well as the 82 Z style Honda Wings. (yellow/gold)



An HRC graphic will be in red white and blue over the battery cover.



I have ordered another seat from TB that has white piping to tie it all together.



Thanks for the comments.



-HFM

 

A few minor updates...



I didn't get any time with the bike last night other than a few minutes for some test fitting and minor part swaps. You will notice that there is a subtle carbon-fiber theme creeping out- but it will be limited to just the exhaust can, catch can, blinker stalks and bar ends. It looks tasteful and its a good contrast against the chrome and blue.



Attached are photos from my phone- I promise that once the bike is done that I will shoot higher res photos with a real camera and maybe a video as well. right now its the quickest way to feed this post.



Attached are test fits for: new blinkers, bar ends, billet bar clamps and the HRC decal for the battery cover.



The weekend is almost here so expect more changes and updates to this post soon.



-HFM

 

It's a good day in the office when parts start to roll in...



The seat looks perfect for this application and I looking forward to putting on this weekend.



I also just ordered a chromed rear grab bar from wholesale to replace the rack that is on the back end now. I will post pics of that as well once it arrives. (hopefully this week)



-HFM

 

The grab rail will certainly be a cleaner look, but no one else will be there riding to grab it. The original "luggage rack" will prove to be a lot more functional, especially at campgrounds and such, so don't throw or give it away.



Unless you want to give it to me!

 

DAN-O!! I'll sell it to you cheap. This will only be a cruiser so I dont plan on getting too loaded down with gear.



PM me- we can work something out if you are really interested.



I agree on cleaning the back end up (I want to see more rear fender) and i will more than likely use the grab bar when moving the bike around in the garage...lol



-HFM