SBF PGO Gmax Cafe 2008

[Rio Kakashi]

Hi guys don't mind me asking how much is a PGO bike? 200cc n 150cc? Wats the diff anyway other then the cc and cost and fuel compsution?? Any diff in design? I juz need a spare bike I think PGO would suit me well as compare to runner. BTW where did u guys take out the bike? My bike shop dun have. Is there many accessories for it like exhaugst system?

[Kuro_Tenshi]

Hi guys don't mind me asking how much is a PGO bike? 200cc n 150cc? Wats the diff anyway other then the cc and cost and fuel compsution?? Any diff in design? I juz need a spare bike I think PGO would suit me well as compare to runner. BTW where did u guys take out the bike? My bike shop dun have. Is there many accessories for it like exhaugst system?

 

well.. besides the diff u stated. power output also abit more.. you can drop by 286 macpherson road to take at look at the bikes. the shop is hiap aik trading. it does have quite a number of accessories i would say. for more details, can always call alvin, aka boss, at 96457667.

[QuietStorm]

yo bro alvin... my brake is... gettin better!!! now the brake is harder and more responsive... tink no need to service liao... thanks...

[ah_dun]

lik tt i confirm 1 2 go and c... hahaha....

 

bro... the track is on this sunday (12th Aug) not on the 18th

[WhiteOryx]

hey guys, what's the difference between g-max and gilera? can i know more? cause im thinking of getting either one of them.. enlighten me..

Harlow... Johannykato and welcome to our "world" I was wondering why no one actually replied to you before i remember that most of them did not ride the runner except me and ah fong In any case, here's my reply/review which i posted sometimes back. Read up and feel free to post your reply here or PM me if you do need more answers Hope this helps!

 

********************************Disclaimer****************************************

I do not have anything againts the runner and the review below is to the best of my knowledge and experience. I do love the runner as i have rode one before but the Gmax appeals more to me in the end. Do consider wisely before you decide to get the bike that you are interested in and not to be forced to buy something you would regret to purchase.

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Hi to all those interested in the Gmax 200,

 

I believe its about time i input my review on this Gmax 200 after riding one for 4 mths. Well seriously speaking, the Gmax 200 doesn't differ much from the VXR 200(aka Runner 06). Price wise, it is nearly the same but with regards to long time maintainence, the Gmax would definitely be cheaper. Let me list you a few things to compare between the two bikes but do note that each bike got its own Pro's and Con's.

 

1) Obviously, the Gmax is made in Taiwan while the Runner is made in Italy.

Given the fact that the bike is made in Taiwan, it doesn't means that the bike has a lower quality. In fact it could be even better as the bike was manufactured to suit the Asian climate while the Runner is manufacture to suit the European climate.

 

2) Since the bike is manufactured locally (as in Asian region) parts can be ordered and received easily. It also cost much more cheaper given the currency difference between Taiwan and Spore compared to the Euro.

 

3) The Gmax weights much more heavier compared to the Runner as the frame of the Gmax and its center of gravity is slightly lower. It also means that the bike is much more stable at high speed in which you don't get the feeling that you are being blown away. Conering is also much stable and comparable to bigger bikes.

 

4) Unfortunately, the Gmax has a much more smaller fuel tank when compared to the runner but theoratically, the fuel consumption of the Gmax is supposed to be at 30km/litre for normal riding and it can go up to 35km/litres if you are a relaxed rider. For my personal experience, i only managed to get 28km/litre as i was mostly late to reach my destination (you get the idea huh )

 

5) This is the most common question that people would ask. What is the top speed of the Gmax 200? Well, for your information, i have tested the top speed of this bike 2 weeks after purchasing it hehehe... its out of Spore so still ok.. and the Top that i have gone to is 125km/hr after which i decided to close the throttle as i'm not a speed devil. Surprisingly, even at that speed, the bike didn't vibrate so much. In terms of long distance traveling, i am proud to say, the Gmax 200 have around 300km to reached Muar (long way) and enjoyed the shady durian trees before traveling another 250km back to Singapore.

 

6) In terms of maintainence, every parts of the runner is nearly similar to the Gmax except for a few different things which i have noticed and noted as below;

 

Firstly, the Gmax 200 does not come with a coolant reservoir hence its not water cooled but forced air cooled instead. This means there is less chances of having your piston and block getting overheated and getting a headache thinking on how and where to get the money to repair that faulty coolant pump. Also no need to care about topping coolant hence its saving u money again.

 

Secondly, the carburator of the Gmax looks abit different from the carburator of a VXR. There is this electronic throttle control device that is hooked onto the carburator in which i would have to do much more research on it. I believe this is the one that makes it a fuel economy bike. I will post more info once i get hold of this.

 

Thirdly, this bike comes with a central monoshock suspension which i believe makes the bike much stable. Dun really know much about it but i believe Edwin or BlackComet could explain further hehe..

 

Lastly, given the fact that the bikes comes with stock OEM Brembo front and rear calipers + steel braided cables, i believe it a worthy investment for your safety.

 

7) Security wise, unlike the Runner 06, the Gmax does not comes with an immobiliser. Instead, the manufacturer designed a special type of key lock that enables the rider to close the key hole upon retriving their keys. I believe this is a much more cheaper alternative.

 

8) Compartment wise, which is a major draw point in my decision to get a Gmax, it is much more bigger that a runner 06. Basically you can actually put a full face helmet at the under seat compartment and much more. It also comes with a light feature to light up the compartment at night.

 

9) In terms of accessories, in my opinion, the Gmax acessories is much more nicer than the runner's..hehe. There are loads of different plug and play items that you can find in the market which cost much cheaper then its italian counterparts that you shall be addicted in making your bike looks nicer than the rest. I'm guilty of that at the moment I believe i have post the link to the Gmax accessories in one of the earlier replies.

 

10) The Gmax is universal. Although it is known by its different name in different countries for example Bobcat in Turkey, Blur in America and Elite Sport in Malaysia, the design remains the same and loyal to its creator and designers from Motive Power Industry in Taiwan. And since its universal, maybe there will be a much more cool n better parts coming from USA or maybe even cheaper repairs from our neighbouring country the outcome is limitless.

 

Well not sure if you guys could consider this as a review of the bike but for me, i am enjoying my bike very much and would really like to have more guys enjoying this bike like me I hope this "essay" would help you to understand more about this bike and for your info, i am still learning more about her every single day. Feel free to ask or PM me questions and i'll try to answer as much as i can.

 

Regards

Whiteoryx

 

Full shop address and contacts as follows (You can get this in the advertiser's thread)

 

Hiap Aik Trading Co. Pte. Ltd

286, Macpherson Road

Singapore 348609

PGO scooter showroom

 

Opening Hour

Monday to Friday (9.00am to 6.00pm)

Saturday (9.00am to 4.30pm)

Sunday (By appointment only)

 

Tel: (65) 6748 9940 / 6748 9464

Fax: (65) 6748 6594

Email: [email protected]

[mkhairi]

hey, just wondering.. how the acceleration of this bike compare to runner.. not really concerned about high speed cos no point speeding right..

more concerned about acceleration cos belardy kuku drivers like to tailgate mah.. riders out ther will know what i mean.. so at traffic light can just cheong ar..

[WhiteOryx]

hey, just wondering.. how the acceleration of this bike compare to runner.. not really concerned about high speed cos no point speeding right..

more concerned about acceleration cos belardy kuku drivers like to tailgate mah.. riders out ther will know what i mean.. so at traffic light can just cheong ar..

Bro, acceleration wise, it may be comparable or abit more than the runner... if you're first in line, you can be 100m away from the next vehicle within a few secs

[fatboyskinny]

Hi WhiteOryx, thanks for the comparison as an ex-runner rider. This definitely benefits us who are thinking of switching to Gmax.

[WhiteOryx]

Hi WhiteOryx, thanks for the comparison as an ex-runner rider. This definitely benefits us who are thinking of switching to Gmax.

No worries bro... both bikes got its own pro's and con's... in the end, its up to each individuals on what they would really want in their bike

[mkhairi]

Bro, acceleration wise, it may be comparable or abit more than the runner... if you're first in line, you can be 100m away from the next vehicle within a few secs

 

really?! but bro, was previously riding 2 stroke.. acceleration damn belardy power.. scare this bike not up to my expectation.. how? i know u previously ride 2 stroke also right..

[WhiteOryx]

really?! but bro, was previously riding 2 stroke.. acceleration damn belardy power.. scare this bike not up to my expectation.. how? i know u previously ride 2 stroke also right..

Bro... best is to test it out yourself And yeap i used to own a 2 stroker as well...

[ah_dun]

so who 1 2 go JB's Nusajaya track c c look look den A&W???

[alvin80]

so who 1 2 go JB's Nusajaya track c c look look den A&W???

 

Bro, you organize, we on you... kekeke....

 

2nite dinner onz bo??

[ah_dun]

Venue: Nusajaya Track, Malaysia (10 mins from 2nd link)

Date: Sunday, August 12

Time: 8.00am (To be confirm)

Meeting place: Gelang Patah Esso Petrol Station

Please arrive early to top up petrol.

We will move off at 8.45am sharp.

Event HOST: STROKER (Anthony)

 

But we just joining them to c c look look except u 1 2 go down on track den u must hav full face helmet, leather glove, jacket with guard and leather boots.

 

Pls list ur name if u r interested to c c look look and eat "A&W"

 

1) ah_dun + wife

2) G-max_scoot +

[alvin80]

Venue: Nusajaya Track, Malaysia (10 mins from 2nd link)

Date: Sunday, August 12

Time: 8.00am (To be confirm)

Meeting place: Gelang Patah Esso Petrol Station

Please arrive early to top up petrol.

We will move off at 8.45am sharp.

Event HOST: STROKER (Anthony)

 

But we just joining them to c c look look except u 1 2 go down on track den u must hav full face helmet, leather glove, jacket with guard and leather boots.

 

Pls list ur name if u r interested to c c look look and eat "A&W"

 

1) ah_dun + wife

2) G-max_scoot +

 

Bro, CEO aso joinin neh....

 

Those interested to go dwn the track, pls read this. (Extracted frm the organisers)

 

IMPORTANT NEWS !!!

 

On behalf of the organisers, those who wish to play on this Sunday 12/08/07, are to give me your names by this Thursday 09/08/07, 8pm (98582050). Those who fail to give me your names by due date will NOT be allowed to play. And actually in this event, the motards are playing from 9am till 12 noon. But the rest of the bikes will be allowed to test their bikes during the intervals. And this event might not be free, cos the organisers will have to see how many players are there. And there are ambulance & medics hire on standby there. And if there are too many people, the organisers might extend the hours. But if have to pay, its only $10. On tat day, all players are to sign the INDEMNITY DECLARATION FORM before they are allowed to play. Lastly the organisers have also voice out tat the Tmax are too big for this track, afraid this bike might not clear the track, but if u wish to play with this bike, ITS AT YOUR OWN RISK.

 

REMEMBER: Those who fail to give me your names by due date will NOT be allowed to play.

 

What are the gears for this event are;

 

Full track gear/protection is COMPULSORY.

1. MX full gear (elbow, knee guards, chest protector) is allowed but race leather is preferred. Min - touring jackets, jeans with elbow & knee guards

2. Full face helmet (MX or road)

3. Full gloves (MX or road)

4. Boots (MX or road)

[WhiteOryx]

Bro, CEO aso joinin neh....

 

Those interested to go dwn the track, pls read this. (Extracted frm the organisers)

 

IMPORTANT NEWS !!!

 

On behalf of the organisers, those who wish to play on this Sunday 12/08/07, are to give me your names by this Thursday 09/08/07, 8pm (98582050). Those who fail to give me your names by due date will NOT be allowed to play. And actually in this event, the motards are playing from 9am till 12 noon. But the rest of the bikes will be allowed to test their bikes during the intervals. And this event might not be free, cos the organisers will have to see how many players are there. And there are ambulance & medics hire on standby there. And if there are too many people, the organisers might extend the hours. But if have to pay, its only $10. On tat day, all players are to sign the INDEMNITY DECLARATION FORM before they are allowed to play. Lastly the organisers have also voice out tat the Tmax are too big for this track, afraid this bike might not clear the track, but if u wish to play with this bike, ITS AT YOUR OWN RISK.

 

REMEMBER: Those who fail to give me your names by due date will NOT be allowed to play.

 

What are the gears for this event are;

 

Full track gear/protection is COMPULSORY.

1. MX full gear (elbow, knee guards, chest protector) is allowed but race leather is preferred. Min - touring jackets, jeans with elbow & knee guards

2. Full face helmet (MX or road)

3. Full gloves (MX or road)

4. Boots (MX or road)

Sorry, I may or may not join... Will confirm by saturday...

[Zig Ziggler]

I working again. If I can go, I only aim A&W only.

Tracking dun interest me.

[ah_dun]

this is one of their outing's photo in taiwan with abt 60 Gmax rider...

 

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[Aldric]

how about the different between 150cc and the 200cc ones .. anyone can tell me more? i know someone had changed form a 150cc to 200cc one right. looking at the 150cc one due to budget wise but is it as great as the 200cc ones ?

[Kuro_Tenshi]

how about the different between 150cc and the 200cc ones .. anyone can tell me more? i know someone had changed form a 150cc to 200cc one right. looking at the 150cc one due to budget wise but is it as great as the 200cc ones ?

 

if you are looking for a 150cc, there is 1 http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3189345#post3189345. very nice bike with very nice owner.

[Aldric]

if you are looking for a 150cc, there is 1 http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3189345#post3189345. very nice bike with very nice owner.

 

 

 

don worry i already know about this guy selling, bas had already intro this bike 1week ago. i just wanna know the different between the 150cc and the 200cc one.

 

i use to ride runner vxr200 too... i miss her ..

[spy622]

Hi guys some updates on the trackday event...kindly read last post..thanks

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3190071&postcount=40

 

Dun come at the wrong time

[spy622]

http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/6877/1135347035ys6.jpg

 

Look really cool wif the silders n high mount exhuast

[ah_dun]

hei spy622 thks for the updated information~! heard tt u r corner king we'll go and support u. hahaha.... =)

 

Hi guys some updates on the trackday event...kindly read last post..thanks

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3190071&postcount=40

 

Dun come at the wrong time

[WhiteOryx]

Good Morning! Something spidey to start the day....

 

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Cool huh!