I’m a fat azz at 200 lbs and ride a Kayo 230 all day on the trails and it’s an absolute blast. No problems whatsoever. This is an awesome bike even for the beer gut big boys
i got one for 1k on special i couldnt belive it, the bikes insane for the money, dont forget to take the air box cover off for more power it has a detactable intake with 6 screws for more grunt
All right. I have understood it. I will test ride the T2 and the K2 and see how they behave with my weight of 95 kg. Thank you again for your valuable tips. Enjoy enduro riding and best regards from Uruguay, Rolf
@@billyshears6622 If you knew what dyno charts were and understood the info they provided, you'd be trolling other channels that are better suited to you... cooking channels , gardening , children's books... 😄
I went Chinese dirt bikes a while back...huge savings in money and they do get the job done for the average rider. Had s SSR 300 that was stolen...insurance wouldn't cover... So, the K2 230 was a cheap replacement (bought it when it was $400 cheaper (inflation sucks!) It was so amazing (considering the price...there are some problems...bottoming out the suspension being one of them (160+ lbs only)... And I wanted to relive my youth, so I bought a KT 250... Looking forward to more of your KT 250 videos... Aftermarket parts????? Can't believe any manufacturer sells a off-road bike without a skid plate!
@@manybikes Thiscsounds fun, and sells bikes. As a matter of fact, these bikes sell themselves. Please throw a Yamaha TTR 230 in the shoot out, so I can see that over priced ($5400 before bullstuff) trail bike with drum rear bike, get its ass kicked. I'm a Yamaha guy too.
Thank you very much for your quick and detailed reply. Unfortunately, I do not fully understand the following information: The K2 does NOT have a link in the rear suspension. What exactly do you mean by that? Can you send me a photo so that I can understand it? The rear suspension is an important element for my 95 kg bike. Thanks in advance and best regards Rolf
When the 2 stroke died? Ha! Ha! I rode in hiking boots for ankle protection, long sleeve flannel for skin protection and pair of levi jeans so the exhaust would not burn me!
Hi, i'm Rolf from Switzerland and I'm currently living in Uruguay. Here I would like to buy a KAYO T2 or K2. I don't know which bike is better for me. I am 55 years old, 1.83 m tall and weight 95 kg. I have been riding motorcycles all my life, but not very often enduro bikes. Off-road riding will be about 20%. The rest I ride on roads or dirt tracks. Can you give me any advice on which machine is better for me the K2 or the K2. Thanks a lot for your support and best regards from Uruguay Rolf
The T2 has been phased out in favor of the K2. The K2 does NOT have a link in the rear suspension, the T2 DOES. Kind of a negative in my book. I was told the rest of the suspension between the bikes is the same, levers and engine is the same. Plastics and swingarm is different, as is the gas tank and frame, which allows for more ground clearance. Personally I'd rather have a rear link, getting the suspension to act properly across the board is very difficult to do without one. Old vs. New...
In case I missed it; what is the front and rear wheel travel Curb Weight Torque and HP at what rpms Redline Are the rims bare, silver/chrome or Black ( your website shows them being almost black) Link to owners manual Parts supplier Stator Wattage
Meeeee Toooo!!! I used to have a 20 mile dirt road commute through the desert. Now it is 38 miles of splitting lanes on 7 lane interstates... Hwy 241 in Chino Hills to the 57 to I5 to the 55 to the 405. Horrible change a scenery...
@@manybikes thanks for the reply! I’m looking to upgrade the rear suspension eventually. Do you know if the K2 is compatible with KTM rear suspensions?
@@manybikes he is wearing a roll of grip tape or duck tape around his wrist. In the film industry we call that a grip bracelet cause some grips wear a roll of tape around the wrist
@@idahocartel Ha! Ha! Ha! Yeah, that was me... I was having technical difficulties and needed the Gaff tape to get through the day ;). I learned something new today! I must be alive! Thanks for sharing.
I opted out of buying Kayo though I like the styling, and prices. Parts availability (Good Lucky') Parts Source (None) Owners manual , some good info but woefully inadequate Kayo US distributer USELESS, don't even respond US dealers, do not respond to inquiries. Specs, not counting words like; 'nice power' : Curb Weight NO Shock Travel NO HP Torque NO Dyno NO I assume with any bike that I own, every part on the bike not counting the frame will need replacing some parts a heck of a lot sooner than one might expect, with Kayo, there are no parts available that I can find online or by asking dealerships and even Kayo's US importer. When someone tells you that these bikes like some other chinese imports are totally interchangeable with bikes like CRF110 , or YZ125 etc, they are full of crap, I've been down that road with other bikes, you can get lucky on a part, that is all. After my research, when I see the name KAYO, I run in the other direction. Frankly, the TAO's and Apollo bikes have no models that I have any interest in, though they probably have adequate parts support, which is probably my biggest concern. If you're getting a Kayo to putt around the back yard with, the bike will probably serve you well. If you want honest and useful tech answers from Kayo dealers and Kayo importers, forget about it..
Some great reasons here. I have had good conversations with the Texas importer and they have "tons of parts" from what I have been told. I do get you points and would consider it hard too if I did not have a "good kayo dealer."
@@manybikes Yeah, Kyle, I hear ya, the thing is, there may be people, like your dealer that knows what parts are interchangeable, which would be a good enough fix for my needs. Now the problem is as I may have mentioned, there are online pros lol, the say all parts off blah blah are the same as CRF250 ETC, which is total bs from my experience. When you get a break down and your bike is a huge part of your life, you get out the manual and parts sources right now, and start ordering. If we have to call or email bob in Ohio to pick his brain about this 'thingy' that's about 'this big' seems broken, then wait courteously 3 or 4 days for a definitive response, by the time we actually get a part (hopefully even the correct part) , it's 3 weeks later lol. I sincerely think that some of these models have hit it out of the park in terms of styling, would so like to find some confidence regarding support. Have a great day bro...
@@manybikes If this 'Texas importer'' that has parts, is available to speak to or get links to the parts he has available that would be much appreciated. The best I can assume at this time is that if I needed valves, rings, head, sprockets, a rim, a diff shock spring, brake assembly, cam chain tensioner, shifter dogs, engine replacement, I could spend a month on those items trying to find them, and as mentioned, no dealers nor importers bothered to even respond to my very simple parts and spec inquiries.
Buyer beware. The fun of riding a Dirt bike, is being able to get a little crazy. things tend to wear out, or break. there is virtually no parts available for these bikes, little to no support or information available if you need to repair them, and the dealers are not at all helpful. While it is a bit more money for known good bikes, at least there is a ton of support, parts, and information available for them.
@@manybikes I've called several dealerships, looking for specific top end engine parts for a 2020 K2 230. They Cannot get the parts. None available... Cool beans for your review, but im sticking by my statement, Don't buy these bikes. spend the extra money on Known good brands.
@@manybikes I spoke to the parts counter at moto city. The guy said, he would have to let his parts manager figure out how to handle the parts list i needed. I gave my information and phone number. last week.
I’m a fat azz at 200 lbs and ride a Kayo 230 all day on the trails and it’s an absolute blast. No problems whatsoever. This is an awesome bike even for the beer gut big boys
Love this description! We should grab one together. The BBQ place behind Motocity is fantastic!!!
Is it fast?
i got one for 1k on special i couldnt belive it, the bikes insane for the money, dont forget to take the air box cover off for more power it has a detactable intake with 6 screws for more grunt
Great to hear you are enjoying yours!
All right. I have understood it. I will test ride the T2 and the K2 and see how they behave with my weight of 95 kg. Thank you again for your valuable tips. Enjoy enduro riding and best regards from Uruguay, Rolf
Awesome! Good luck with your decision.
I also weigh 95kg sir. Please remember to post your experience here!😂
Dyno charts for each bike would be the
most helpful power indicators, helping us
decide which bike would fit our needs.
Yes, that would be nice!
If you need a dyno chart this isnt your bike 😂
@@billyshears6622
If you knew what dyno charts were and
understood the info they provided,
you'd be trolling other channels that
are better suited to you... cooking
channels , gardening , children's books...
😄
Fisch spark arrestor's fit these mufflers perfectly. No need to replace the entire muffler for a spark arrestor.
Great news!
What part of AZ is this you are shooting this video? Love the desert views.
Up near Anthem AZ / Cave Creek / Lake Pleasant
I went Chinese dirt bikes a while back...huge savings in money and they do get the job done for the average rider.
Had s SSR 300 that was stolen...insurance wouldn't cover...
So, the K2 230 was a cheap replacement (bought it when it was $400 cheaper (inflation sucks!)
It was so amazing (considering the price...there are some problems...bottoming out the suspension being one of them (160+ lbs only)...
And I wanted to relive my youth, so I bought a KT 250...
Looking forward to more of your KT 250 videos...
Aftermarket parts?????
Can't believe any manufacturer sells a off-road bike without a skid plate!
The KT250 I was testing was sold to a "real customer" so I lost out on that one. It'll come back around. Your bike takes any 2015 KTM skid plate!
@@manybikes Thanks
Diito on the lack of a skid plate....
230 are a blast to ride good for beginners we need a230 shoot out Yamaha Honda Kawasaki Kayo and others that would be cool
They totally are! Great suggestion on the shootout.
@@manybikes Thiscsounds fun, and sells bikes. As a matter of fact, these bikes sell themselves. Please throw a Yamaha TTR 230 in the shoot out, so I can see that over priced ($5400 before bullstuff) trail bike with drum rear bike, get its ass kicked. I'm a Yamaha guy too.
How F'n awesome would that be!? Pit the Kayo against the Red, Blue, Green, does yellow even exist anymore?, and Orange... See who comes out on top!
Thank you very much for your quick and detailed reply. Unfortunately, I do not fully understand the following information: The K2 does NOT have a link in the rear suspension. What exactly do you mean by that? Can you send me a photo so that I can understand it? The rear suspension is an important element for my 95 kg bike. Thanks in advance and best regards Rolf
This should help a little: www.vitalmx.com/forums/Moto-Related,20/Linkage-vs-no-link-pros-and-cons,663516 It's has no change to rider weight.
This bike would go really well with some hamburgers and hot dogs, assorted canned beverages, wife and kids! Perfect combo!
And a bike for you. And a bike for you. And a bike for you... Still have money left over for proper riding gear for All of you too!
@@manybikes That's what I'm talking about! Just like the good old days.
When the 2 stroke died? Ha! Ha! I rode in hiking boots for ankle protection, long sleeve flannel for skin protection and pair of levi jeans so the exhaust would not burn me!
Would you say this would be a good all-round first bike for a 15 year old? road and occasionaly some trails
Yes, I do think so.
yooo i’m tryna get into d bikin. do you think this a good first bike
Yes, I think so!
Hi, i'm Rolf from Switzerland and I'm currently living in Uruguay. Here I would like to buy a KAYO T2 or K2. I don't know which bike is better for me. I am 55 years old, 1.83 m tall and weight 95 kg. I have been riding motorcycles all my life, but not very often enduro bikes. Off-road riding will be about 20%. The rest I ride on roads or dirt tracks. Can you give me any advice on which machine is better for me the K2 or the K2. Thanks a lot for your support and best regards from Uruguay Rolf
The T2 has been phased out in favor of the K2. The K2 does NOT have a link in the rear suspension, the T2 DOES. Kind of a negative in my book. I was told the rest of the suspension between the bikes is the same, levers and engine is the same. Plastics and swingarm is different, as is the gas tank and frame, which allows for more ground clearance. Personally I'd rather have a rear link, getting the suspension to act properly across the board is very difficult to do without one. Old vs. New...
Thanks again for the presentation. What tire pressure are you running in the tires?
13 psi as tested. Worked well.
Quick question, what is the rider weight limit, or ideal weight for the K2 and K4? I cant seem to find anything. I am a bigger guy 240lbs.
I'm curious also. I'm 260lbs and have been looking at these.
I have not been able to get a "real answer" form them on max weight. If it helps, I am 220 lbs.
@@manybikesand have you been able to bottom out the kayo k2 specifically? And do you still recommend it? I’m the same weight I believe 😊
Kool bike..
What size tank does it have?
2 gallon tank
@@manybikes That's awesome. I thought it might be less. Those things have a killer growl. Torque is good I bet.
I likem
@@HappyHermitt yeah, pretty neat machine
Thank again Kyle for you review!
My pleasure!
In case I missed it;
what is the front and rear wheel travel
Curb Weight
Torque and HP at what rpms
Redline
Are the rims bare, silver/chrome or Black
( your website shows them being almost black)
Link to owners manual
Parts supplier
Stator Wattage
I'll have to inquire with Kayo.
@@manybikes Thanks Kyle!
I miss AZs trails
Meeeee Toooo!!! I used to have a 20 mile dirt road commute through the desert. Now it is 38 miles of splitting lanes on 7 lane interstates... Hwy 241 in Chino Hills to the 57 to I5 to the 55 to the 405. Horrible change a scenery...
@@manybikes ah I’m in Idaho now and love it haha
Could you fill us in on maintenance schedule, specifically oil changes and valve checks? Great video!
Great suggestion! I have reached out to Kayo for this information. Fingers crossed.
@@manybikes And what did you find out?
Is your guys dealer fright assembly set up and dealer freight shipping waiveble ?
It's not.
U think u can wheelie it ?
@@nazy2much for sure. When it's mine ;)
231lbs Dry?
What is the curb weight/wet?
Unsure… and unpublished.
@@manybikes I have weighed
bikes on my simple analogue
bathroom scale, it doesn't have to be
certified. Thanks for the reply..
What frame is this a copy of? Some kind of KTM?
I thought it was 2013 but was recently corrected by a Kayo owner that 2015 KTM plastics fit his Kayo ;)
@@manybikes thanks for the reply! I’m looking to upgrade the rear suspension eventually. Do you know if the K2 is compatible with KTM rear suspensions?
@@manybikes sorry I’m new to dirt bikes. Just to confirm, any 2015 KTM part would work? Or should I be looking for a specific 2015 KTM model? Thanks
@@JJG323 I’d suggest searching the forms for your model Kayo and see who has confirmed what.
Can I mail order Kayo parts through Motocity?
Yea Sir!
A dealer 1 hour away has these heavily discounted. Like $1450 out the door. I’m tempted, just concerned it won’t hold up to hard rides.
Time will tell…
How tall are you?
5' 9" tall and wear a 32" long pant.
Whats top speed
50ish
Kayo k2 or zongshen 250cc
Kayo for parts availability here in the USA!
@@manybikes Link to parts?
"It's throaty and it's deep" that's what she said
Ha! Ha!
I’ve got my k2 230 to get to 70 sum mph
Sweet!!!!
Nice grip bracelet 😂
Nice what? Did I miss something?
@@manybikes he is wearing a roll of grip tape or duck tape around his wrist. In the film industry we call that a grip bracelet cause some grips wear a roll of tape around the wrist
@@idahocartel Ha! Ha! Ha! Yeah, that was me... I was having technical difficulties and needed the Gaff tape to get through the day ;). I learned something new today! I must be alive! Thanks for sharing.
I opted out of buying Kayo though I like
the styling, and prices.
Parts availability (Good Lucky')
Parts Source (None)
Owners manual , some good info but woefully
inadequate
Kayo US distributer USELESS, don't even respond
US dealers, do not respond to inquiries.
Specs, not counting words like; 'nice power' :
Curb Weight NO
Shock Travel NO
HP Torque NO
Dyno NO
I assume with any bike that I own, every part on
the bike not counting the frame will need replacing
some parts a heck of a lot sooner than one might
expect, with Kayo, there are no parts available that
I can find online or by asking dealerships and even
Kayo's US importer.
When someone tells you that these bikes like
some other chinese imports are totally interchangeable
with bikes like CRF110 , or YZ125 etc, they are full
of crap, I've been down that road with other bikes,
you can get lucky on a part, that is all.
After my research, when I see the name KAYO,
I run in the other direction. Frankly, the TAO's and
Apollo bikes have no models that I have any interest
in, though they probably have adequate parts support,
which is probably my biggest concern.
If you're getting a Kayo to putt around the back yard
with, the bike will probably serve you well. If you want
honest and useful tech answers from Kayo dealers
and Kayo importers, forget about it..
Some great reasons here. I have had good conversations with the Texas importer and they have "tons of parts" from what I have been told. I do get you points and would consider it hard too if I did not have a "good kayo dealer."
@@manybikes Yeah, Kyle, I hear ya,
the thing is, there may be people,
like your dealer that knows what parts
are interchangeable, which would be
a good enough fix for my needs.
Now the problem is as I may have
mentioned, there are online pros lol,
the say all parts off blah blah are the
same as CRF250 ETC, which is total
bs from my experience.
When you get a break down and your
bike is a huge part of your life, you get
out the manual and parts sources right
now, and start ordering. If we have to call
or email bob in Ohio to pick his brain
about this 'thingy' that's about 'this big'
seems broken, then wait courteously 3
or 4 days for a definitive response, by the
time we actually get a part (hopefully even
the correct part) , it's 3 weeks later lol.
I sincerely think that some of these
models have hit it out of the park in
terms of styling, would so like to find
some confidence regarding support.
Have a great day bro...
@@manybikes If this 'Texas importer''
that has parts, is available to speak to or
get links to the parts he has available that
would be much appreciated. The best
I can assume at this time is that if I needed
valves, rings, head, sprockets, a rim, a diff
shock spring, brake assembly, cam chain
tensioner, shifter dogs,
engine replacement, I could spend
a month on those items trying to
find them, and as mentioned, no dealers
nor importers bothered to even respond
to my very simple parts and spec inquiries.
Buyer beware. The fun of riding a Dirt bike, is being able to get a little crazy. things tend to wear out, or break. there is virtually no parts available for these bikes, little to no support or information available if you need to repair them, and the dealers are not at all helpful.
While it is a bit more money for known good bikes, at least there is a ton of support, parts, and information available for them.
MotoCity has a direct relationship with the importer in Texas and they get parts delivery 2x per week. We’ve been pleasantly surprised thus far…
@@manybikes I've called several dealerships, looking for specific top end engine parts for a 2020 K2 230.
They Cannot get the parts. None available...
Cool beans for your review, but im sticking by my statement, Don't buy these bikes. spend the extra money on Known good brands.
@@kw5150 Got Ya! Did you try MotoCity?
@@manybikes I spoke to the parts counter at moto city. The guy said, he would have to let his parts manager figure out how to handle the parts list i needed. I gave my information and phone number. last week.
@@kw5150 did you find / get the parts you need ?
Why do you need a top end so soon ...
You call this a review? You read some add copy and farted around not even saying anything about the bike. This viddo is worthless.
Well, thanks for allowing me to waste your time.