2006 sunl reviews

In 2006 I won this bike on EBAY. The problem was I was so busy with work I didn't have time to do anything with it. I can't believe it sat in my garage for four years without being ridden. Work has slowed a bunch so I took the time to go to school, get my endorsement and get the bike licensed so I could ride. I had a mechanic look it over, make sure everything worked like it was supposed to and started to ride. It's been a great bike. I've had a few minor issues. Bolts rattling loose, there is a bit of vibration, and some brackets breaking. No big deal, they were easily fixed. This is an $800.00 bike after all and it probably does have more vibration than you'd expect on a more expensive model. But for the most part, everything works like it's supposed to and it's been a great bike for getting back into motorcycling after 40 years away. On the + side. I'm surprised that this bike has many features not found on some other major manufacturers - like a tach and a fuel gauge. Would I recommend this bike to others? I'd say yes. For what I paid it's been a terrific value. It's served it's purpose and now I'm ready to move into a bigger bike. My wife says I have to sell it...can't have two. But I'd love to keep it for running to the store and stuff. I have to mention...I'm getting almost 100 miles per gallon. The 200cc engine is a little on the underpowered side, but it's enough to keep up with traffic in the city. I wouldn't recommend riding it on the freeway. Show less

This is a great bike. Looks like a 750, rides like a 500. Impressive engine compression. Impressive throwback style. I really enjoy this bike. It wasn't perfect when I bought it; The manufacturer is to blame. Any problems with the bike were minor. It doesn't want to idle til you ride it around the block, then, it will idle all day. Show less

I felt the quality was pretty good and the price was hard to beat. It has a great deal of ground clearance and pep. A Honda or other name brand is better but if you do basic maintenance, they are a solid value. don't buy off the internet - go to a dealer like I did! Show less

The bike is a 200cc and the top speed is about 65mph. For the money it's a great beginner bike. The closest thing to it is a Ninja and they cost more. The bike has plenty of power and is fun to ride. If budget is tight and your roads don't have speed limits of 65 or higher-this is your bike. Show less