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Platform manual

CG / CB-type 150–200cc commuter & cargo

The most-produced motorcycle engine on earth: air-cooled OHV (CG) or OHC (CB) singles from 125 to 200 cc. Carburettor or simple EFI, 5-speed, chain 428. Anyone with a spanner can service it, and parts cost cents. Cargo/tricycle versions use the same engine with a reverse gear or longer final drive.

Read this first. Every value on this page is typical or indicative for the CG / CB-type 150–200cc commuter & cargo class, compiled for dealer workshops. Yangtze Moto Export is an export company, not the manufacturer. The owner’s and service manual supplied with each unit prevails wherever it differs; where a value is not printed in your manual, use these as a starting point and confirm by inspection.

Specifications (typical for the platform)

TypeSingle, air-cooled, OHV 2-valve (CG) or SOHC 2-valve (CB) (typical; confirm)
Displacement149–197 cc
Bore × strokeCG150 ≈ 62 × 49.5 mm; CG200 ≈ 63.5 × 62.2 mm
Fuel systemPZ27/PZ30 carburettor or EFI (export/emissions markets)
Rated output≈ 8–11 kW (11–15 hp)
Gearbox5-speed, chain 428
Fuel90–92 RON; tank 10–14 L

Catalog models on this platform: 150cc Street Commuter, 200cc Heavy-Duty Cargo. Model-specific figures are on each model page.

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil20W-50 (hot climates) or 15W-40 JASO MA; ≈ 0.9–1.1 L
Brake fluidDOT 3/4 (disc front)
Fork oil10W–15W

Break-in

  1. 0–500 km below 5,000 rpm, no full throttle.
  2. 500–1,000 km up to 6,500 rpm.
  3. First service 300–500 km: oil, strainer clean, valve check (OHV adjusts in minutes), chain, re-torque.

Why each rule exists →

Maintenance schedule

ItemFirstThen everyNotes
Engine oil300–500 kmEvery 1,500–2,000 kmEvery 1,000 km in taxi / cargo duty
Oil strainer / centrifugal filter500 kmClean every 3,000 km
Valve clearance500 kmEvery 3,000 kmCG typical: in 0.05 mm, ex 0.08 mm; CB: in 0.08, ex 0.10 — confirm
Air filterClean 1,500 km, replace 6,000 km
Spark plugReplace 6,000 kmD8EA / DR8EA-type typical
Chain 428300 kmAdjust every 500 km; set 15,000 km
CarburettorClean if idle hunts; drain bowl if stored
Brake shoes / padsInspect 3,000 km
Spokes300 kmCheck every 3,000 km (cargo duty)

Halve intervals for dust, sand, taxi/cargo duty or track use.

Torque values (indicative)

Front axle≈ 45–55 Nm
Rear axle≈ 60–75 Nm
Sprocket≈ 25–30 Nm
Handlebar clamps≈ 18–22 Nm
Drain plug≈ 18–22 Nm
Cylinder head nuts (if ever)≈ 20–24 Nm cross pattern
NoteIndicative values for this class of machine. Use the value printed in the supplied manual if it differs.

Tire pressures

18" / 18" or 17"2.0 bar front / 2.25 bar rear; loaded/cargo 2.0 / 2.75
Cargo tricycleRear 2.75–3.0 bar

Common issues

SymptomLikely causeFix
Won’t start; kick onlyFlat battery — small 12 V 5–7 Ah batteries lose charge fast in transit.Charge 4–6 h at 0.5–1 A; if below 12.4 V rested after charge, replace.
Hunting idle / stalls warm (carb)Pilot jet varnish; idle mixture screw disturbed.Clean jets; set the mixture screw 1½–2½ turns out, idle 1,400 ± 100 rpm.
Oil consumption after 5,000 km in taxi useAir filter neglected; dust wears rings.Enforce filter cleaning; sell filters with every service.
Rear brake drum squealDust / glazed shoes.Clean drum, light sand of shoes.
Headlight dim at idleAC lighting circuit on cheapest variants.Normal for AC-lighting bikes; DC-lighting or LED versions are available at order time.

Universal post-shipping checks →

Fast-moving parts (recommended per 10 units)

PartPer 10 unitsNote
Spark plug20
Air filter20
Chain 428 & sprockets5 sets
Brake shoes / pads10 / 10
Cables (clutch, throttle, brake, speedo)5 each
Levers & mirrors10 / 10
Tubes 18"20
Bulbs20
Carb repair kit5
Clutch plates set3
Rectifier / CDI2 / 2
Battery 12 V 7 Ah2

How to identify and order parts →

Tools & safety

Workshop tools

  • Basic metric kit (8–19 mm), 24 mm & 27 mm axle sockets
  • Feeler gauges
  • Torque wrench
  • Charger
  • Spoke wrench

Safety notes

  • Air-cooled: no long idling on the floor.
  • Cargo versions: check rear rack welds on PDI and re-torque after the first 500 km loaded.
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