Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike)
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๐ง Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate ยท we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐ข๏ธ Engine oil + oil filter | 800 km / 500 mi or 6 mo | $10-25 | ๐ข๏ธ Buy โ โ๏ธ Buy โ |
| ๐ฌ๏ธ Air filter | 500 km / 500 mi | โ | ๐ฌ๏ธ Buy โ |
| โก Spark plugs | 2,000 km / 1,000 mi | โ | โก Buy โ |
| ๐ง Valve clearance check | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi | $0-60 | |
| ๐ Chain & sprockets | 1500-4000 km (replace) | $25-70 | ๐ Buy โ |
| ๐ Brake pads | 1500-3000 km | $10-30 | ๐ Buy โ |
| ๐ง Brake fluid | 5,000 km / 3,000 mi or 2 yr | โ | |
| ๐ Tires | 1500-4000 km | $60-160 | ๐ Buy โ |
| ๐ฉ Major service | 2,500 km / 1,500 mi | $60-150 |
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Bolt-check before first ride
These arrive 85% assembled from the crate and are notorious for loose fasteners โ riders routinely find loose axle nuts, sprocket bolts, handlebar clamps and chain tension out of spec. Go over every bolt with a torque wrench and re-check after the first hour of riding.
Cheap, universal clone parts
The air-cooled 125 is a YX/Lifan-style horizontal clone in a CRF50/70-pattern pit bike frame, so engines, carbs, kick levers, and plastics are dirt cheap and interchangeable across dozens of Chinese brands. Weak points are usually the carb jetting, stock tires, brake pads and thin chain โ all inexpensive upgrades.
Resale is very low
With new prices often under $1,000, used examples typically sell for a few hundred dollars regardless of condition, so buy one to ride rather than as an investment. Buying used can be smart โ the previous owner has often already fixed the factory assembly gremlins.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike) โ owned, ridden, recommended.
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๐ฅ 1 CRITICALAxle nuts, engine mounts, sprocket bolts, handlebar clamps
Chain slack, hooked sprocket teeth, tight spots
Cold start, idle hang, petcock and float bowl seepage
Fork straightness, frame welds, subframe cracks, wheel wobble
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Cheap and fixable; needs constant bolt-checking maintenance
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike)? +
Loose bolts and vibration-shed hardware everywhere: Axle nuts, engine mounts, sprocket bolts, handlebar clamps (minor) | Weak stock chain and cheap sprockets: Chain slack, hooked sprocket teeth, tight spots (minor) | Carb tuning issues, clogged jets, fuel leaks: Cold start, idle hang, petcock and float bowl seepage (moderate)
Is the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike) good for beginners? +
Not really โ the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike) is better for experienced riders.
Is the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike) reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike), notably: Bent forks, cracked plastics from crashes (Fork straightness, frame welds, subframe cracks, wheel wobble). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike) good for daily use? +
Better as a weekend/track bike than a daily โ it's a specialist machine.
What gear should I buy for a Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike)? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Apollo Rfz Racing 125 (db-x18 / X-pro Style Pit Bike), covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads โ see motoryk.com/bikes/apollo/rfz-racing-125-db-x18-x-pro-style-pit-bike/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.