Kaiyue not only recently previewed the upcoming new model 250RR "Stinging Bird", but also played a wave of marketing by the way. Although it is marketing, it does have a very great sincerity, and riders can get a cash deduction of 1,000 yuan as long as they pay a deposit of 1 yuan in the "Kaiyue Locomotive Mini Program" from April 11th to 28th. Although the price has not yet been announced, according to the average price of the same level, it is still quite good to discount 1,000 yuan on the basis of the original price, especially for those who want to buy it.
Not only that, as long as the riders who make the decision before April 28 also participate in the official lottery by default, the lottery is divided into a first prize of 250RR "Thorn Bird" (1 place), the second prize "Shell Engine Oil" a tank (20 places), the third prize "KOVE &SUMEX" joint helmet (50 places), and the fourth prize "KOVE mobile phone holder" (100 places). It seems that Kaiyue is not only playing "performance", but now it is also playing "marketing", of course, for Kaiyue fans, this official event is indeed a very good opportunity.
It is indeed a "dark horse"
After talking about the official "1 yuan reservation" activity, we still return to the model itself, after all, whether the car is good or not is the most important thing. It is no exaggeration to say that the current 250cc class imitation racing model is the most competitive market in China, either the price is ultra-low or the appearance is excellent, or the appearance is outstanding or the performance is outstanding.
Judging from the current official data release of Kaiyue, the 250RR is indeed an entry-level imitation race described as "excellent". In fact, there is nothing worth introducing in terms of appearance, after all, the design of the current 321RR is continued, but the cancellation of the single wisharm and the change of the exhaust pipe also have a slight impact on the appearance. But then again, the 250RR is still an excellent level in its class.
Of course, the most important thing about this car is the foundation of its WSBK racing car, the 350RR, and the whole car does not only use the same engine technology as the racing car. To put it bluntly, the 350RR comes with a reduced cylinder, and the frame is exactly the same as that of the race car. These two points are enough to lay the advantages of power and structure, and also provide a good foundation for the subsequent modification of the track.
The 250RR is powered by a direct-twin, water-cooled engine with a displacement of 249cc, a maximum power of 24kW at 11,500rpm, a maximum torque of 22.5Nm at 9,000rpm, and an excellent maximum horsepower of 32.6 hp. It is understood that the maximum engine speed of this engine reaches 13,000rpm, which also makes the Thorn Bird the most capable existence in the domestic 250 imitation competition.
Looking at all the 250 imitation racing models of the same class on sale in China, the 250RR is indeed the most outstanding existence. Let's compare the best single-cylinder and twin-cylinder models in the same class: first, let's take a look at the Wuji 250RR FREE, the strongest 250 single-cylinder imitation model in China, with a maximum power of 21.5kW at 9,750rpm and a maximum torque of 23N.m/7,500rpm. Although the strength of the Wuji 250RR FREE is extraordinary among single-cylinder models, it is more dominant in terms of power data, top speed, curb weight and other aspects.
Compared with the strongest 250 twin-cylinder imitation model in its class, the Yuantu GP250, the maximum power is 23.5kW/11,000rpm, and the maximum torque is 21.8Nm/9,500rpm. I have to say that the Yuantu GP250 is indeed extraordinary, and even the zero hundred acceleration is stronger than the Kaiyue 250RR. However, considering the curb weight, configuration, and power data, it is still more comprehensive in terms of spiny birds.
Although the comparison of data cannot completely determine who is better, but comparing the book data of each 250 popular imitation race one by one, Kaiyue 250RR does have a more comprehensive strength and performance. In addition to the basic equipment, the Thornbird will also be equipped with a dual-channel ABS system and TCS traction control system as standard. It also comes standard with automatic headlights, tilt-out and a choice of two riding modes.
Of course, the Kaiyue 250RR is not without "shortcomings", as a performance-oriented imitation racing model, the 760-780mm is actually too pleasing to small riders. If the seat height can be higher, or the official can give an 820mm seat height option, it will be more suitable for this performance-focused imitation race. Of course, on the other hand, a lower seat height does have a greater sense of tolerance and security for novices or small people.
Wrap up at the end
That's it for some of the 250RR Spikes that are about to go on sale. If you happen to pay attention to this car, you can quickly participate in the official 1 yuan to 1,000 yuan activity, I believe that its price will be more cost-effective after the discount. So combined with the appearance, power, configuration, price and other factors of the thorn bird, it does have the strength to become a "dark horse" in the same class. And how much will it be sold at in the end, let's wait until April 28 Kaiyue will officially reveal the answer for us!