I have been reading posts here for several months now and doing research into ATV's. I am planning on buying an ATV in June timeframe after I get home from my overseas deployment. First question I would like to ask is, I live in SC and with the hot summers, which is better for me to look for, air cooled or water cooled? I have almost narrowed down to two companies to make my purchase through, Raceway or Vbike. Both companies have had good comments posted through the forums here. I have tried to look both companies up through the BBB but really didn't get too much info. Has anyone looked them up recently, if so, how did you find the info? One last question, has anyone had success with any other companies I should look at and consider that also has as good of a reputation as Raceway and VBike seem to have developed?

NOBODY has the great reputatation that John and his staff have at Raceway. That is not to discredit Vbike because I dont know them.

I bought two ATVs from John about three years ago for my ATV safety classes here in Michigan, and not only did John give ME a special price because I trained youth on them, his service after the sale was second to none.

My vote definately goes to John and his hard working staff at RaceWay.

Bill

Hi glong3, I can only tell you my experinces with Vbike. So far I have purchased two ATVs from them. My brother-inlaw just purchased a V4S 250 from them. A co-worker just purchased a 110cc ATV from them. So far all of us are happy with our purchases. Tim has helped me out with my few needs.

Raceway seems like a solid company. I have never delt with them but they have great feedback as you have seen. For me it came down to price, Vbike won in that catagory. Raceway has been around for a long time and that should ease some fears. Vbike has been around for several years also, I don't think as long as Raceway though.

I think both companies sell good quality in relation to China products. hope this helps.

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Vbike 250 V4S (Red, black trim)
TaoTao ATA-150B Utility (Red)

Thanks both of you for your replies. I like the products from both companies and they both seem to have good reps. One bike I've been eyeing is the VBike 300-M Utility. Has anyone bought this quad?

Several years? Really? I was thinking a few months/to a year at best but thats only related to when the VBike posts started happening.

Does anyone know how long VBike has been in business?

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07 Jetmoto 250 Sport
07 90cc Mini Ute
06 Jetmoto 200 Enduro
06 Jetmoto 200
06 Jetmoto 150
06 Jetmoto 125
04 Yamoto 150
01 KTM 400 EXC
92 WR 250
91 CR 250
88 YZ 80
85 CR 500
83 XL 600
82 XR 200
79 XR 75
79 Odyssey
73 Bultaco 360
71 Rickman Montessa 250
70 Rupp Enduro
69 Honda 50

Hi MWQ, I had read several years somewhere but decided to go straight to the horses mouth, so to speak, and call Vbike and ask. They told me they have been in business for three years. They have been selling the vbike product for a year.

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Vbike 250 V4S (Red, black trim)
TaoTao ATA-150B Utility (Red)

I think that befor the signature vbike he sold mostly hibird and viva.

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Vbike 250-V4s
Roketa ATV-56A 150cc

Thanks Coloradotrailrider & kczukiman!

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07 Jetmoto 250 Sport
07 90cc Mini Ute
06 Jetmoto 200 Enduro
06 Jetmoto 200
06 Jetmoto 150
06 Jetmoto 125
04 Yamoto 150
01 KTM 400 EXC
92 WR 250
91 CR 250
88 YZ 80
85 CR 500
83 XL 600
82 XR 200
79 XR 75
79 Odyssey
73 Bultaco 360
71 Rickman Montessa 250
70 Rupp Enduro
69 Honda 50

Your welcome by the waynice rideing on the 350 jet it looked fun.No where to ride like that around here not that I would

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Vbike 250-V4s
Roketa ATV-56A 150cc

Hello glong3,I havn't seen anyone post here that owns that model but there is a member here that has the 250 utility.His name is leesumm.I know its not the model in question but he seems to be very pleased with it.Good luck !
By the way I can't help but assume your in the sevice from your opening statement.Thanks for your service be safe......

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Vbike 250-V4s
Roketa ATV-56A 150cc

glong3,
Take a look at this ATV it looks like a lot of bang for your buck and is shaft drive with a place to put the tow ball. The Vbike looks nice but is still chain drive and no place for a tow ball. Click the "additional images" link as they have some good pictures that show some detail.............here's the link..........
http://www.atvdiscounter.com/A...TV-20/ProductInfo.aspx

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Taotao 250 D ATV

slydogrus,I think my last post confused you.The 300cc has a shaft and toe ball adapter.

http://www.vbikeusa.com/index....pid=22&bs=&pz=&scid=47

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Vbike 250-V4s
Roketa ATV-56A 150cc

kczukiman,
I didn't see your reference to that Vbike model which does look very well built with lots of features, but as you know a shaft drive with tow ball is hard to find for less than $2k and the one in my above post is $1688 delivered and the Vbike is $2899, so it's a matter of your budget. I personally think the Vbike looks to have a better engine and is a little beefier but it should be for $1200 more, and the ATV discounter model is a 250cc but has lots of features for the $$$...............................Slydog

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Taotao 250 D ATV

I cant really say on which place is better, because I have a local dealer.
I will say, however, that for the few months that I have visited this forum, John at Raceway has proven that he can go above his duty to help someone. He has helped people who dont even buy from him. That says alot to me. I am sure that if you called Vbike about an issue from another dealer, theyd probably tell you to go to them. John would help you in whatever way he could. Let alone, all the supporters of Raceway that you can find on these forums that can vouch for his genuine concern of the industry. My next bike purchase will be from John if my local dealer doesnt work out

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08 KMD 250cc Sport Quad
07 SunL 110cc SLA-145 Utlility
89 TRX250R (almost rebuilt)

Edited: 04/03/2008 at 10:01 PM by sflarider

I should chime in here.
I purchased 2 TaoTao quads from VBike.
The ATA-250D out of the box has a defective tranny. I've got 1st and reverse. I wlll not shift into 2nd 3rd and 4th.
I am probably expecting too much asking for a replacement unit. However tearing into a brand new engine or pullng the engine complete and shipping back to VBike via USPS per their recommendation for this type of problem seems to be a little to far fetched for me. I'm able enough to do all but engine rebuilding. VBike has definately NOT made it right for me. Wished I had gone with raceway based of other posts I've read here. I'd have likely seen a replacement ATV with this type of problem.

The units are decently built I'd likely buy them again but not from vbike.

you can read my other post here.

click me click me!!!

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Best Regards

Wildwoody

It seems either V or Raceway will be able to supply you with parts for years to come unlike a lot of other dealers we hear about on here. So I think it comes down to which ATV these two sells you like the most, and price!
I have bought 4 Jetmotos from Raceway and have not had a hard time getting parts so far! Jets warranty is 6 months not sure what V's is!

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79 Honda XL500

not even a close call, after reading wildwoody posts and how v-bike is handling a defective transmission, i would never buy a atv from them, i know how raceway would have dealt with this problem, complete replacement of the atv.

With all the good reports Vbike had been getting.....im suprized wildwoody seems to be getting the run around.

Certainly wouldnt have happened if he had bought from Raceway.

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07 Jetmoto 250 Sport
07 90cc Mini Ute
06 Jetmoto 200 Enduro
06 Jetmoto 200
06 Jetmoto 150
06 Jetmoto 125
04 Yamoto 150
01 KTM 400 EXC
92 WR 250
91 CR 250
88 YZ 80
85 CR 500
83 XL 600
82 XR 200
79 XR 75
79 Odyssey
73 Bultaco 360
71 Rickman Montessa 250
70 Rupp Enduro
69 Honda 50

For $600 to $700 more for a comparable ATV Raceway should go the extra mile and pick up a defective ATV.

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Vbike 250 V4S (Red, black trim)
TaoTao ATA-150B Utility (Red)

I guess you really do get what you pay for.

I wonder what brand Tim will sell next?

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07 Jetmoto 250 Sport
07 90cc Mini Ute
06 Jetmoto 200 Enduro
06 Jetmoto 200
06 Jetmoto 150
06 Jetmoto 125
04 Yamoto 150
01 KTM 400 EXC
92 WR 250
91 CR 250
88 YZ 80
85 CR 500
83 XL 600
82 XR 200
79 XR 75
79 Odyssey
73 Bultaco 360
71 Rickman Montessa 250
70 Rupp Enduro
69 Honda 50

True, can't argue with that. That sure is some expensive shipping built in the price though.

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Vbike 250 V4S (Red, black trim)
TaoTao ATA-150B Utility (Red)