New Zongshen RX3 (ZS250GY-3) Dual Sport

[Wolftrax]

Originally Posted by Motomapper

First post on this forum. Thanks to Spudrider for suggesting I join. Have a lot of catching up on all the good info here as I'm on the list for a blue one. Going to the open house this weekend too. This will be my first bike since 1993

All other points aside - anyone else think this bike from the front has a kind of Optimus Prime kinda look? I'm naming mine Optimus. Even that little wingy zongshen symbol looks like transformer hieroglyphics

I'm just imagining the first time a 1200gs tries to blast pass me and the Cyclone morphs into a Beemer beating cyborg.

Welcome Moto.
This is the definitive site for all things "Zong". I envy you getting to go to the open house. Please take lots of pix and vids if possible. Look forward to your up close and personal with the RX3.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Welcome!

I could never get away with naming a bike after a Transformer. I've been called Outtamy Prime, a Decrepticon. ...

[Motomapper]

Will get as many pics and video as CSC will permit me. Time to clean out the memory on my phone

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Motomapper

Will get as many pics and video as CSC will permit me. Time to clean out the memory on my phone

Thank you, MM.

[SpudRider]

Wolftrax and Motomapper,

As the founder, and self-appointed President of The Cult of The Zong, I recognize both of you are true Zongites. Resistance was futile. You have been assimilated.

[SpudRider]

The TU250X counter shaft sprocket is available from 12T-16T.



Examining the counter shaft area of the engine, it appears there will be sufficient room for at least a 15T, and perhaps a 16T C/S sprocket.





One might need to remove the plastic sprocket guard, but I don't consider that a problem.

The rear sprockets are available from 38T-52T. Therefore, one shouldn't have any problems gearing the RX3 to his liking, even if he converts to a larger rear wheel.

[Wolftrax]

Originally Posted by Motomapper

Will get as many pics and video as CSC will permit me. Time to clean out the memory on my phone

Thanks Moto

[Wolftrax]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Wolftrax and Motomapper,

As the founder, and self-appointed President of The Cult of The Zong, I recognize both of you are true Zongites. Resistance was futile. You have been assimilated.

I don't know if that's an honor or a curse!

[fishman10]

thx. Spud. I Appreciate That. I will come up with the money somehow. Bro convert. To an 18". Wheel. That. Way. Tire choices. Are. Endless.

[Motomapper]

Originally Posted by Wolftrax

I don't know if that's an honor or a curse!

Don't know either but damn excited to find out

[Motomapper]

Joe just posted a video from CSC
http://californiascooterco.com/blog/

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Wolftrax

I don't know if that's an honor or a curse!

Originally Posted by Motomapper

Don't know either but damn excited to find out

The Cult of The Zong is a long running joke here at China Riders. Until now, at least, everyone has considered cult membership an honor.

[SpudRider]

Here's the video posted by Joe at the CSC blog, and on a thread at ADVRider.

[Weldangrind]

I hadn't noticed until this latest video, that the front rim is only 18". That doesn't change how I feel about the bike, but it was a surprise. With Spud's idea of converting the rear to 18", I think it will have a good look and terrific tire selection.

[SpudRider]

Yes, Zongshen is continuing the 'tradition' of the ZS200GY-2 with the 15-inch rear wheel, and the 18-inch front wheel.