Carlts
Certified Computer Nerd
Atomiks have never exactly been known for there outstanding quality or helpful customer service. But with this new generation of Atomiks has this changed? and has Atomik finally lifted their game?
Atomik Reign 125cc
KLX110 style bike
Build Date
4 January 2011
Cost
$405 + post
Packaging
RATING 9.5/10
The bike was packaged securly in a large box supported by a bolted-together steel frame. This kept the package rigid and prevented any damage to the bike contained. All parts of the bike were secured well and none of the parts sustained any damage. Apart from a small amount of melted bubble wrap on the exhaust and two missing nuts for the shock packaging was perfect.
First Impressions
RATING 9.5/10
Having taken the steel frame and carboard off the bike I was impressed with the quality of the bike. Pro taper bars and Kenda Carlsbad tyres were just some of the many goodies that now come standard on the Atomik Reign's. The bike looked great with all the silver parts contrasting with the black frame.
Assembly
RATING 8/10
The bike was left attached the lower part of the steel frame as I removed the upper steel frame. This allowed the bike to remain stable while I fitted the required parts and serviced the bike. The rear shock was the first thing I attached and the rear plastics had to be removed in order for this to happen. I found some replacement nuts to use for those missing and soon it was starting to look like a bike. I then put locktite on all the major bolts from engine mounts and brake calipers to chain guards. The axles were then greased and finally the bars were fitted. I highly recommend that you assemble the bike with two people as fitting the rear shock is a difficult task by yourself. I then proceeded to put the front wheel on and to make it easier I propped the bike onto a chair to allow easy installation of this part. The final part in assembling the bike was removing the sticker kit protective covers. Some of them had air bubbles but this problem was fixed by patiently pressing out the bubbles. As far as tools go for assembly the relevant tools were provided but due to there non existent quality I disregarded them and used my more reliable tools. All that is required is various metric sized spanner, sockets are reccomended and you'll also need some allen keys of various metric sizes.
Frame
RATING 8/10
The frame is a KLX size TUBULAR TRELLIS Frame with Cradle.
Comparing to the older atomik frames, namely my brothers atomik bigfoot, it can be seen that it is no different and merits the same review as the older one. Having ridden the older Atomiks the frames were of reasonable quality and I am yet to break or bend the frame. This said give the bike enough abuse and big enough jumps and you could end up damaging the frame, but for the casual to medium skilled rider the frame will hold up fine. Being a klx style the subframe does not extend all the way under the rear plastic guard and this makes the bike more difficult to handle when trying to pick it up and also allows the rear guard to be damaged more easily. However this issue can be amending by using a klx style rear frame extension.
Engine
RATING 9.5/10
125cc Lifan Engine - 4 stroke - air cooled
The silver colouring of the engine makes the bike look so much better compared to the those with the more common black lifan engine. Its make is Lifan and from previous experience with these engines are great quality and if run in well, the engine will last a long time. It has a 26mm Mikuni Carburettor, fake or genuine I don't know. It has two choke positions with the upper position being the choke on which is for cold starts and the lower position which is choke off and used for riding.
The pro circuit copy exhaust looks great and produces a nice thumpy sound. The wiring for the bike was nice and tidy and tucked nicely under the fuel tank. After changing the stock oil and adding fuel, I was surprised that the bike started so easily. After allowing the bike to warm up it was taken for a small loop around the yard where I checked it over and tried the gears.
Atomik Reign 125cc
KLX110 style bike
Build Date
4 January 2011
Cost
$405 + post
Packaging
RATING 9.5/10
The bike was packaged securly in a large box supported by a bolted-together steel frame. This kept the package rigid and prevented any damage to the bike contained. All parts of the bike were secured well and none of the parts sustained any damage. Apart from a small amount of melted bubble wrap on the exhaust and two missing nuts for the shock packaging was perfect.
First Impressions
RATING 9.5/10
Having taken the steel frame and carboard off the bike I was impressed with the quality of the bike. Pro taper bars and Kenda Carlsbad tyres were just some of the many goodies that now come standard on the Atomik Reign's. The bike looked great with all the silver parts contrasting with the black frame.
Assembly
RATING 8/10
The bike was left attached the lower part of the steel frame as I removed the upper steel frame. This allowed the bike to remain stable while I fitted the required parts and serviced the bike. The rear shock was the first thing I attached and the rear plastics had to be removed in order for this to happen. I found some replacement nuts to use for those missing and soon it was starting to look like a bike. I then put locktite on all the major bolts from engine mounts and brake calipers to chain guards. The axles were then greased and finally the bars were fitted. I highly recommend that you assemble the bike with two people as fitting the rear shock is a difficult task by yourself. I then proceeded to put the front wheel on and to make it easier I propped the bike onto a chair to allow easy installation of this part. The final part in assembling the bike was removing the sticker kit protective covers. Some of them had air bubbles but this problem was fixed by patiently pressing out the bubbles. As far as tools go for assembly the relevant tools were provided but due to there non existent quality I disregarded them and used my more reliable tools. All that is required is various metric sized spanner, sockets are reccomended and you'll also need some allen keys of various metric sizes.
Frame
RATING 8/10
The frame is a KLX size TUBULAR TRELLIS Frame with Cradle.
Comparing to the older atomik frames, namely my brothers atomik bigfoot, it can be seen that it is no different and merits the same review as the older one. Having ridden the older Atomiks the frames were of reasonable quality and I am yet to break or bend the frame. This said give the bike enough abuse and big enough jumps and you could end up damaging the frame, but for the casual to medium skilled rider the frame will hold up fine. Being a klx style the subframe does not extend all the way under the rear plastic guard and this makes the bike more difficult to handle when trying to pick it up and also allows the rear guard to be damaged more easily. However this issue can be amending by using a klx style rear frame extension.
Engine
RATING 9.5/10
125cc Lifan Engine - 4 stroke - air cooled
The silver colouring of the engine makes the bike look so much better compared to the those with the more common black lifan engine. Its make is Lifan and from previous experience with these engines are great quality and if run in well, the engine will last a long time. It has a 26mm Mikuni Carburettor, fake or genuine I don't know. It has two choke positions with the upper position being the choke on which is for cold starts and the lower position which is choke off and used for riding.
The pro circuit copy exhaust looks great and produces a nice thumpy sound. The wiring for the bike was nice and tidy and tucked nicely under the fuel tank. After changing the stock oil and adding fuel, I was surprised that the bike started so easily. After allowing the bike to warm up it was taken for a small loop around the yard where I checked it over and tried the gears.
