New to me Colman CT200U - Sudden clutch lock up ?

SAS289

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#21
Was that blue on the CT200U a factory color? Never seen that before.
No. Both bikes were beat up Amazon returns when I got them. I had to spray them and didn't do a very good job on either. The blue bike color is Rust-oleum gloss navy blue.

The blue bike is just a low hour yard rider with the original 2016 chain. It has an air filter kit, 140 etube, and .033" jet. Including the cost of the bike I have about $280 or so into it. I should sell it because I don't really need 2 bikes. My now adult kids were never interested.
 
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My tag says 2016-06-23, so June, that year - They must have really been cranking them out, to ramp up the numbers so quickly .

A photo - By the milk crate on the back, you can see what use I'm putting it to - We live on a sand road, with the mailboxes about a 1/4 mile away.
I'll use it every day it's not raining to go fetch the mail :~) View attachment 289442
Slap a TAV on that bad boy.. I’m recently an owner of two of those beauties. Never thought I could live a machine so much!! Mine did the same thing and a bought a tourqe averter on it !! She rips. Will do everything and more that u want! Easy to install with a little help from all these people on this site! Welcome
 

2old2care

Active Member
#24
OK, After seeing the above post, I think it's time for an update.
My thanks to everyone that suggested adding a torque converter - You were all 100% absolutely right! Night / day difference in the way the bike behaves, for the kind of riding I do.
But, I didn't stop there, as I did a couple other minor tweaks to my little mail carrier ;~)

A better intake and exhaust set up, and bigger jets in the carb woke it right up - It starts first pull and runs great now. Looks good too, I think.
In addition to the TAV, I added a 60 tooth sprocket - The combination is pretty close to perfect, as much acceleration as I'd ever want, but very controllable now.
I have said that the road I ride on every day is absolute crap, so as you can see, I also made some improvements to where the rubber meets the road. Between the SunF tires and the front suspension, I no longer dread the washboards and soft sand :~)
I did change one thing, since this photo - I re-routed the control cables to the front of the forks, as I realized that's where they should run.

You people have got me infected now (affected, effected, infested, whatever) - Y'all are some serious enablers ........
Since I've likely gone as far as I want with this bike, I've already picked up another one, for another project - But that's another story.
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Oh, I almost forgot - My talented wife was so impressed by my interest in the bike, that she surprised me (for my birthday), with a sticker she made on her vinyl cutter :~)
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OK, After seeing the above post, I think it's time for an update.
My thanks to everyone that suggested adding a torque converter - You were all 100% absolutely right! Night / day difference in the way the bike behaves, for the kind of riding I do.
But, I didn't stop there, as I did a couple other minor tweaks to my little mail carrier ;~)

A better intake and exhaust set up, and bigger jets in the carb woke it right up - It starts first pull and runs great now. Looks good too, I think.
In addition to the TAV, I added a 60 tooth sprocket - The combination is pretty close to perfect, as much acceleration as I'd ever want, but very controllable now.
I have said that the road I ride on every day is absolute crap, so as you can see, I also made some improvements to where the rubber meets the road. Between the SunF tires and the front suspension, I no longer dread the washboards and soft sand :~)
I did change one thing, since this photo - I re-routed the control cables to the front of the forks, as I realized that's where they should run.

You people have got me infected now (affected, effected, infested, whatever) - Y'all are some serious enablers ........
Since I've likely gone as far as I want with this bike, I've already picked up another one, for another project - But that's another story.
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Oh, I almost forgot - My talented wife was so impressed by my interest in the bike, that she surprised me (for my birthday), with a sticker she made on her vinyl cutter :~)
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Nice dude!!! Where u find shox that fit her!! I’m new to this!! I’m loving it!! I got two right now, one for me one for my lady!! Tires look tuff as hell!
 

2old2care

Active Member
#29
"Here's an upgrade for the Coleman that I've yet to do."
That WOULD be a nice thing - Having a sprung seat would be icing on the cake!
I'll have to give this some serious thought now ......... Deeper in I go ........

Tarslave asked about the front suspension - That's a kit you can buy right from Coleman Powersports .
It made a huge difference in ride-ability, and I think it was well worth it.
Remain seated, and try not to clutch your wallet too hard, when you total it up with the cruel and unusual shipping o_O
https://www.colemanpowersportsusa.com/FSK200UA
 
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"Here's an upgrade for the Coleman that I've yet to do."
That WOULD be a nice thing - Having a sprung seat would be icing on the cake!
I'll have to give this some serious thought now ......... Deeper in I go ........

Tarslave asked about the front suspension - That's a kit you can buy right from Coleman Powersports .
It made a huge difference in ride-ability, and I think it was well worth it.
Remain seated, and try not to clutch your wallet too hard, when you total it up with the cruel and unusual shipping o_O
https://www.colemanpowersportsusa.com/FSK200UA
Ok too old 2 remember, I went on the Coleman power sports site. Will the shocks from the ct200uex work for mine, they are like 31$ a piece? Correct? I think the should fit.
 

2old2care

Active Member
#31
I don't think it's that simple - It's not just the shocks you need (and I think I read that they're not exactly the same), but also the whole triple tree set up, a different fender bracket, longer pivot bolt, and the handlebar.
Believe me, if there was a cheaper way, I would have done it.
 
#32
I don't think it's that simple - It's not just the shocks you need (and I think I read that they're not exactly the same), but also the whole triple tree set up, a different fender bracket, longer pivot bolt, and the handlebar.
Believe me, if there was a cheaper way, I would have done it.
Ok I was wondering if you needed more than just the shocks. That makes sense. We will see how long my fiancé and I can put up with the rough ride lol
 

2old2care

Active Member
#33
Ok I was wondering if you needed more than just the shocks. That makes sense. We will see how long my fiancé and I can put up with the rough ride lol
Well, I can suggest one thing that might help with the rough ride, and it's free - Almost.
The factory recommended tire pressure is 10lb - I don't know how big you are, but for me, at 10lbs pressure, those tires rode like rocks!
I've since aired them down to 5lb, and the difference is huge - I think 5-6 lbs is all most folks need.
Having said that, I guess if you're riding on pavement at high speed, maybe you'd want more pressure, but for off road, low is much better.

To do it right, you'll need a low pressure tire gauge - The normal ones aren't even close to accurate at these low pressures.
This is the one I use - Pretty decent quality, very sensitive, and comes in a nice little case :
https://www.amazon.com/Tusk-Pressure-Dial-Tire-Gauge/dp/B01MRDEGW2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GVFNU4VER164&keywords=tusk+tire+gauge&qid=1656892895&s=automotive&sprefix=tusk+tire+gauge,automotive,802&sr=1-1
 
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Well, I can suggest one thing that might help with the rough ride, and it's free - Almost.
The factory recommended tire pressure is 10lb - I don't know how big you are, but for me, at 10lbs pressure, those tires rode like rocks!
I've since aired them down to 5lb, and the difference is huge - I think 5-6 lbs is all most folks need.
Having said that, I guess if you're riding on pavement at high speed, maybe you'd want more pressure, but for off road, low is much better.

To do it right, you'll need a low pressure tire gauge - The normal ones aren't even close to accurate at these low pressures.
This is the one I use - Pretty decent quality, very sensitive, and comes in a nice little case :
https://www.amazon.com/Tusk-Pressure-Dial-Tire-Gauge/dp/B01MRDEGW2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GVFNU4VER164&keywords=tusk+tire+gauge&qid=1656892895&s=automotive&sprefix=tusk+tire+gauge,automotive,802&sr=1-1
Ok yes I do have them at 10psi. I’ll air them down. I might .. might.. this winter get the forks. I found there is a kit on the Coleman power sports website. Does this kit have everything I’d need? Unfortunately I’d need two of them. My fiancé is my riding partner. If I do it to mine and not hers I’d never hear the end of it .. lol 81DAA1C5-1758-4500-A8B1-17672C323DA6.png
 

2old2care

Active Member
#35
Yes, the kit has everything you need to do it - I think there might even be some online videos for installing it, but it's not a big deal.
Now, if you really wanted to show your fiancé how much you cared, you'd do hers first :~)
 
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You guys are awesome!!? Happy wife happy life!! Honestly this Hobby is totally new to us and we are loving it. You all have been so great. Great information I look forward to reading all the responses and the new posts.
 
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