Actual seat height for RX3?

justinope · 12-30-2015, 02:05 AM

I was doing some more research on the bike and it looks like the last question i have is what the actual seat height is. A lot of sources seem to quote 31.3" but that was when there was a 15" wheel still coming standard. Now with the standard 17" rear, I'm wondering if the seat height has gone up much higher. Also curious how much more a 19" front would raise it.

I'm very close to pre-ordering a 2016, but just making sure I'm 100% sure what I'm getting into.

CSaddict · 12-30-2015, 08:06 AM

Also interested in this info as I haven't decided to buy yet.

CSCDude · 12-30-2015, 09:59 AM

The seat height is 31.3 inches. The 17-inch rear wheel and tire is actually very slightly smaller in diameter than the Asian-configuration 15-inch diameter wheel and tire due to the 17-inch rear tire's smaller sidewall.

justinope · 12-30-2015, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by CSCDude

The seat height is 31.3 inches. The 17-inch rear wheel and tire is actually very slightly smaller in diameter than the Asian-configuration 15-inch diameter wheel and tire due to the 17-inch rear tire's smaller sidewall.

thanks!

jbfla · 12-30-2015, 05:41 PM

I measured the seat height on my RX3 with a level across the seat at its lowest point.

It was 32".

jb

SpudRider · 12-30-2015, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by jbfla

I measured the seat height on my RX3 with a level across the seat at its lowest point.

It was 32".

jb

I didn't reply earlier because I knew someone had actually measured the saddle height.

Thanks for checking in, JB.

jbfla · 12-31-2015, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SpudRider

I didn't reply earlier because I knew someone had actually measured the saddle height.

Thanks for checking in, JB.

That was the seat height on my stock RX3.

I have installed a lowering link, but haven't measured the actual new height.

I'm away from home for the holidays. Will be able to measure again next week.

The rider "sag" is only 3/4" (180#). I think I need to play with the rear shock preload when I have the bike apart for the valve check. That may affect the seat height.

jb

SpudRider · 12-31-2015, 02:50 PM

I haven't measured the saddle height on my bike, because it doesn't cause me any problems.

After you adjust the spring preload on the shock, it will affect saddle height.

I think someone else here has measured the saddle height, both with the stock saddle, and one of the aftermarket saddles.

jbfla · 02-04-2016, 12:01 PM

I had the opportunity to remeasure the seat height with the lowering link installed:

jb

Dualsport Chic · 02-07-2016, 07:17 PM

Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be tough for me to get the balls of my feet down.

culcune · 02-07-2016, 07:26 PM

I have a TMEC 200 and my seat is 33.5". I am 5'7" and about 30" inseam, and can get both feet down, although not completely flat-footed. Granted the CSC bike might be a little larger, but I am guessing the RX3 will be fine for you.

Jay In Milpitas · 02-07-2016, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dualsport Chic

Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be touch for me to get the balls of my feet down.

Paging Woodlandsprite, please pick up the white courtesy phone.

I think she may have some good input for you, Dualsport.

Dualsport Chic · 02-07-2016, 08:33 PM

Thank you Jay - Woodland Sprite is a former TWF (TwoWheelFemales) member - we were on the forum together for several years prior to it shutting down this past summer. Will be great to get her impressions of the bike!

jbfla · 02-07-2016, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dualsport Chic

Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be touch for me to get the balls of my feet down.

I have/had the narrow seat (it is currently back at CSC being re-covered).

I didn't find it any lower than the stock seat...but maybe more comfortable....but they have had it so long, I have forgotten what it felt like.

jb

marzhere · 02-07-2016, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Dualsport Chic

Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be touch for me to get the balls of my feet down.

Not sure the narrow seat will help much. Detours has one and he was kind enough to let me test sit on his motorcycle. I didn't notice much if any difference. I have the lowering link, a shaved down stock seat, and a 29" inseam...can barely get the balls of my feet on the ground.

12-30-2015, 02:05 AM	#1
justinope Join Date: Nov 2015 Posts: 19	Actual seat height for RX3? I was doing some more research on the bike and it looks like the last question i have is what the actual seat height is. A lot of sources seem to quote 31.3" but that was when there was a 15" wheel still coming standard. Now with the standard 17" rear, I'm wondering if the seat height has gone up much higher. Also curious how much more a 19" front would raise it. I'm very close to pre-ordering a 2016, but just making sure I'm 100% sure what I'm getting into.
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12-30-2015, 09:59 AM	#3
CSCDude Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 247	The seat height is 31.3 inches. The 17-inch rear wheel and tire is actually very slightly smaller in diameter than the Asian-configuration 15-inch diameter wheel and tire due to the 17-inch rear tire's smaller sidewall. __________________ Joe www.ExhaustNotes.us
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12-30-2015, 05:41 PM	#5
jbfla Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: FL, GA, NC Posts: 771	I measured the seat height on my RX3 with a level across the seat at its lowest point. It was 32". jb __________________ 2016 Honda CB500F......2017 Triumph Street Twin 2014 XT 250........
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SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I haven't measured the saddle height on my bike, because it doesn't cause me any problems. After you adjust the spring preload on the shock, it will affect saddle height. I think someone else here has measured the saddle height, both with the stock saddle, and one of the aftermarket saddles. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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jbfla Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: FL, GA, NC Posts: 771	I had the opportunity to remeasure the seat height with the lowering link installed: jb __________________ 2016 Honda CB500F......2017 Triumph Street Twin 2014 XT 250........
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CSaddict Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 200	Also interested in this info as I haven't decided to buy yet.
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Dualsport Chic Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Western, CT Posts: 168	Seat Concepts Narrow Seat Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be tough for me to get the balls of my feet down. Last edited by Dualsport Chic; 02-07-2016 at 10:52 PM.
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culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	I have a TMEC 200 and my seat is 33.5". I am 5'7" and about 30" inseam, and can get both feet down, although not completely flat-footed. Granted the CSC bike might be a little larger, but I am guessing the RX3 will be fine for you. __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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Dualsport Chic Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Western, CT Posts: 168	Thank you Jay - Woodland Sprite is a former TWF (TwoWheelFemales) member - we were on the forum together for several years prior to it shutting down this past summer. Will be great to get her impressions of the bike!
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