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Stock Battery: 12N7A-3A (or, a 12 volt, 7 Amp hour battery)
This is a VERY unusual battery size (very thin), so if you're considering an upgrade, you will have to either suck-it-up & pay the ridiculous price for a lithium battery, or modify your battery box (slightly) to get the AGM battery that is the closest fit to the OEM battery, listed below;
AGM Battery: YT7B-BS or YTZ7S-BS
Gel Battery: YTX7L-BS
Lithium Battery: AT7B-BS
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Stock Chain: 130 link, 428 Standard Chain
Stock Sprockets: 17t front & 46t rear
Unless you get "down & dirty" on a regular basis, you likely won't need (or want) an "O" or "X" ring chain, as the Brozz has such little HP that you'll lose a portion of it due to the drag created by sealed chains. Clean & lube your chain regularly & you should have little to no problem with standard chains, even if you ride your bike more off-road than on. If you primarily use your Brozz on-road, then we would definitely recommend a standard chain over an "O" or "X" ring.
Don't forget that if you increase or decrease the amount of teeth on your new front &/or rear sprocket that you will have to adjust your chain accordingly. When we want an easy way to play around with various sprocket combinations (incl. how much the chain wear will increase or decrease), we like to use:
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Stock Engine: Zongshen CG250 (item #9)
The Bashan Brozz 250 uses a Zongshen CG250, 229cc, 5-speed, air-cooled engine. There are many websites & forums that claim that Zongshen's (& other "China bike" engine manf.) CG250 engine is a clone of the CRF 230 engine, but we have confirmed that it is, in fact, a clone of Honda's CG 125cc engine that has been over-sized to 229cc's; meaning that nearly everything that fits a Honda CG 125 engine (& even some of the other parts) fits on the Brozz 250.
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There are so many to list that we recommend that you look through the dealer's online parts catalog for the part you are looking for, as it will be easier for you to navigate & find that way.
If you're looking to upgrade your hardware, many of the frame & accessory bolts the Brozz uses are M10's, M8's, & M6's. This is very time consuming to catalog, & will be among the last things we update. We recommend that you take the bolt(s) you want to upgrade to your local hardware store to match its size, then find the Grade 8 (or 8.8 for metric) bolts / hardware that matches what you brought (incl. length).
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Here are a few oil weights, & their respective temperature ranges:
10W30 (for temp. ranges of -5°F to 85°F)
10W40 (for temp. ranges of -5°F to 115°F)
5W40 (for temp. ranges of 0°F to 115°F)
15W40 (for temp. ranges of 10°F to 115°F)
20W50 (for temp. ranges of 10°F to 115°F)
The type of oil you use in your Brozz will greatly vary, depending on your location, brand preference, & what types of mods you've done to your bike. The main thing to be aware of is that your bike is equipped with something called a wet clutch, which means that your clutch plates are immersed in your engine's oil. This is important to note, as non-motorcycle oils contain many anti-friction additives which will cause your bike's clutch to slip. When deciding on the type of oil you want to use for your bike, make sure it is either JASO or JASO-II rated (which will often also state that it is "wet-clutch approved").
Another important factor in deciding what type of oil to use is that the Brozz 250 is an air-cooled engine. This means that your engine relies on you continually cruising down the road to keep it cool; but an often-overlooked factor is making sure that you are in a gear that keeps your RPM's low (esp. for long rides), as well as using the right type / weight of oil. As a general rule, the thicker your oil viscosity is at operating temperature, the more it will help keep your engine temp down. In addition to this, a thicker oil does a better job of "sticking" to your engine components after the bike is turned off; meaning that, when you first fire your baby up in the morning, a thicker oil will help reduce the amount of wear dealt to your engine from "dry starting" it because it won't run off of your engine components as quickly as thinner oils tend to do. This said, for the benefit of helping to keep air-cooled engine temps down, & reducing the wear of "dry starts", we recommend a weight of 5W30 / 40 /or 50 for those in colder climates, & a weight of 20W40 /or 50 for those in warmer climates.
One other thing to consider is adding your own "oil additive". Lucas makes a very nice motorcycle (JASO-rated) oil additive that will not only help reduce engine wear (while running, & on cold starts), but some report it even helps reduce engine vibration (at high speeds) & smooths shifting.
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Stock Front Wheel: 1.85 x 19 (inch)
Stock Front Tire: 90 / 90-19
Stock Rear Wheel: 2.5 x 17 (inch)
Stock Rear Tire: 110 / 90-17
Just like many other things on the Brozz, its stock tire sizes are odd... but should you like to consider more types of tires than what is offered on the DEALER's website, here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the Brozz wheels:
Front Tire Options:
100 / 90-19
110 / 90-19
90 / 100-19
Rear Tire Options:
120 / 90-17
130 / 90-17
... And to help you understand what the numbers mean, here is what each number affects, listed in order, from left to right:
Width (in mm) / Ratio - Wheel Size (in inches)
The Brozz has so much room for tire size that going up a notch or two in size won't create a space problem, but it will affect how your bike handles; so be prepared for that. Also, don't forget to buy new rim tape & a new inner tube when you get new tires. You may not need a new tube or tape, but it is both good practice & will decrease the chance of tire failure due to an aging component.
Of the various tires we've tried on the Brozz, we like:
Dual-Sport (50/50) Tires:
Heidenau K60 Scout
Pirelli MT21 Rallycross
Adventure / Touring (80/20, or similar) Tires:
Shinko 705
Kenda K761
While there are many customization options for your bike's body parts, we recommend getting replacements from the DEALER.
For custom painting your Brozz, we highly recommend Dupli-Color Perfect Match, as it is the only non-commercial paint we've found that is very fuel (gasoline) resistant. Watch out for brake fluid though, as this paint will peel with prolonged exposure. For the best protection your new, custom paint job can get, however, we recommend taking your painted plastic parts to a paint shop & have them enamel them. It doesn't cost much, & will offer far more protection from fuel (or other chemical spills), & bring out the true color of your paint (such as metallic paints).
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If you foresee needing to store your Brozz (or any bike, for that matter) over the winter, or for a long period of time (e.g. in excess of 1 month), we recommend you do the following:
Clean all dirt / debris from your bike (give it a good, thorough wash).
Turn your fuel-valve off, then completely drain the carburetor of fuel into a fuel-safe bucket.
Move the fuel-safe bucket under the main hose (or fuel valve) of your gas tank (usually under it).
Carefully disconnect the hose from the gas tank & allow all fuel to drain into the bucket.
Pour fuel into a store-safe container, or use it in another engine.
Reconnect the fuel line to the gas tank.
Open your gas cap & pour (or spray) enough anti-rust chemical into your gas tank to lightly coat it (this will need to be done as needed, or once every 2-3 months). Close the fuel cap.
Lubricate all moving parts (incl. the fuel valve, chain, suspension, handlebars, etc.).
Change the oil (unless the oil in it has less than 250 mi. / 400 km. on it).
Remove spark plug(s) & grease the threads with anti-seize. Replace the plug(s).
Unhook & remove the battery. Store in a cool, protected place, & charge once per month, or as needed.
Deflate tires to about 10 psi (each), then lift bike up on jack stands, a block, or other stable object; the tires should not be touching the ground.
It is best to store your bike in a shed or garage, but if you must store your bike outside, cover it with a heavy duty tarp or good-quality motorcycle cover. If you live in an area that sees snowfall each year, make a point to remove the snow from your bike when it starts to pile up (or, after a heavy / wet snow).
If stored outside, periodically check your bike for rodent nests &/or other critter signs (incl. droppings), as these things can cause hard-to-clean residues &/or damage components on your bike; esp. if it sits in storage for a long period.
Some people will store their bikes with nothing more than Stabil in their fuel. This method can work if you are willing to start up your bike every 2-3 weeks or so, & let it run for a while, to keep things moving & recharge the battery. For most people, however, we still recommend following the steps above, if you want to keep your bike in exceptional condition without having to "maintain" it, while it's in storage.
Overall Length: 6.8 ft (2.1m) Overall Width: 2.5 ft (.77m)
Overall Height: 4 ft (1.2m) Wheelbase: 4.4 ft (1.3m)
Curb Weight: 300+/- lbs (125 kg) Max Load (incl. riders & luggage): 330 lbs (150 kg)
Engine: Zongshen CG250 RPM @ Idle: 1400-1500
Max Power: 15.5 HP (11.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm Max Torque: 12.5 ft lbs (17.0 Nm) @ 5500 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2 : 1 Valve Lash: 0.002 in (0.05 mm) intake & exhaust
Displacement: 229cc Bore x Stroke: 2.64 in (67 mm) x 2.56 in (65 mm)
Max Speed: 60 mph (100 kph) Spark Plug: D8TC (or, DR8EIX for NGK iridium)
Climbability: 18° Braking Distance: 30 ft (9m) @ 35 mph (56 kph)
Front & Rear Wheel: 1.85x19 & 2.5x17 Front & Rear Tire: 90/90-19 & 110/90-17
Sprockets: 17 tooth (front) / 46 tooth (rear) Chain: 428, 130-link Standard Chain
Primary Drive: 3.333 Gear Ratios: 2.909 (1st) ~ 1.867 (2nd) ~ 1.389 (3rd)
Fuse: 10A 1.15 (4th) ~ 0.954 (5th)
Oil Capacity: 1.1 qt (1 liter) Fuel Capacity: 3.4 gal (13 liters)
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