Zongshen RX3: Larger Rear Wheel Considerations - Page 2

Weldangrind · 10-01-2014, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpudRider

The Chinese prefer to copy, rather than re-invent a wheel.

For example, the rear wheel for the ZS200GY-2 is from a Kawasaki BN125 Eliminator. I hope the Chinese copied either a KTM, or Honda rear wheel. If so, one can purchase a very nice, anodized, alloy rear hub from Rocky Mountain ATV/MC for $100.

https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p...b-Rear?v=11296

Purchase a Tusk Impact Rear Rim and Spoke Kit, and you can lace up a beautiful, 18-inch rear wheel for about $213 in parts.

https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p...ke-Kit?v=11296

Then you can install a Primary Drive, rear sprocket for $20. These sprockets are available in sizes 48T-53T, which is perfect.

https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p...rocket?v=11296

That hub is really sharp, and it's orange!

It would look terrific with the black rim.

SpudRider · 10-01-2014, 12:30 AM

I agree.

I hope the Chinese are manufacturing either a KTM, or a Honda rear hub for the Zongshen RX3.

Weldangrind · 10-01-2014, 12:43 AM

I'm with you that our Chinese friends prefer to copy, but I still haven't figured out what Lifanda's front hub is patterned after. The Roketa is definitely Honda.

SpudRider · 10-01-2014, 02:11 AM

I think the standard, Chinese front wheel is probably a Chinese design. However, that is only a guess on my part.

SpudRider · 10-01-2014, 02:41 PM

Here's some good news.

Apparently the original, Russian Minsk had a 15-inch rear wheel. The following link states the stock sprocket combination was 14T/44T.

http://api.viglink.com/api/click?for...%3Bstart%3D540

If the stock C/S sprocket is 14T, it bodes well for a larger rear wheel which employs the upgraded cush hub.

SpudRider · 05-01-2015, 02:06 PM

The CSC Cyclone RX3 bikes arrived in the United States with a 17-inch rear wheel, and the cush hub.

If one wishes to convert to an 18-inch rear wheel, the information in this thread is still valid. However, if you are content with the 17-inch rear wheel, you can relegate this thread to the status of nostalgia.

Kostandino · 10-16-2015, 10:56 AM

Im currently looking for a good deal on RX3. Among my intentions is the consideration of converting onto 19"-17" (front-rear) wheel size.
Is there something in the market that accommodates tubeless tyres?

SpudRider · 10-16-2015, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kostandino

Im currently looking for a good deal on RX3. Among my intentions is the consideration of converting onto 19"-17" (front-rear) wheel size.
Is there something in the market that accommodates tubeless tyres?

No, I don't know of any product available which will accommodate tubeless tires for 17-inch and 19-inch wheels.

Danimal · 10-16-2015, 04:14 PM

check out Woodys

they are lacing wheels using 19/17 36hole tubeless Aprilia Caponord rims

http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/dupl...f_aprilia.html

Lee R · 10-16-2015, 04:25 PM

I'd check out Alpina as well, My Stelvio has a set of the Alpina STS and runs tubeless 17"/19" spoked wheels.

BMW/KTM and MG use these on the adventure bikes, although the premade wheels probably cost as much as the RX3.

They sell kits to convert any spoked wheel to tubeless.

http://alpinawheelsusa.com/products/...it-conversion/

SpudRider · 10-16-2015, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danimal

check out Woodys

they are lacing wheels using 19/17 36hole tubeless Aprilia Caponord rims

http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/dupl...f_aprilia.html

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee R

I'd check out Alpina as well, My Stelvio has a set of the Alpina STS and runs tubeless 17"/19" spoked wheels.

BMW/KTM and MG use these on the adventure bikes, although the premade wheels probably cost as much as the RX3.

They sell kits to convert any spoked wheel to tubeless.

http://alpinawheelsusa.com/products/...it-conversion/

Thanks for posting the good information, gentlemen.

I had not heard of either Aprilia Caponord rims, or Alpina STS spokes.

Kostandino · 10-17-2015, 04:11 AM

Indeed, the cost of the set (front/rear) nearly matches the purchase of the RX3
that indicates how good deal the bike is))
Too bad there arent options for wheels (such as, for example, the 19"/17" that my Suzuki DL650cc Vstrom is equipped with)..
Link to my Vstrom pics:
http://www.car.gr/classifieds/bikes/view/6747710/
As I am aware of, such wheels can get with dual sport tyres too..
(of course, can not use this particular type on RX3)

10-01-2014, 12:30 AM	#17
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I agree. I hope the Chinese are manufacturing either a KTM, or a Honda rear hub for the Zongshen RX3. __________________ 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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10-01-2014, 12:43 AM	#18
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I'm with you that our Chinese friends prefer to copy, but I still haven't figured out what Lifanda's front hub is patterned after. The Roketa is definitely Honda. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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10-01-2014, 02:11 AM	#19
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I think the standard, Chinese front wheel is probably a Chinese design. However, that is only a guess on my part. __________________ 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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10-01-2014, 02:41 PM	#20
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Here's some good news. Apparently the original, Russian Minsk had a 15-inch rear wheel. The following link states the stock sprocket combination was 14T/44T. http://api.viglink.com/api/click?for...%3Bstart%3D540 If the stock C/S sprocket is 14T, it bodes well for a larger rear wheel which employs the upgraded cush hub. __________________ 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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05-01-2015, 02:06 PM	#21
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	The CSC Cyclone RX3 bikes arrived in the United States with a 17-inch rear wheel, and the cush hub. If one wishes to convert to an 18-inch rear wheel, the information in this thread is still valid. However, if you are content with the 17-inch rear wheel, you can relegate this thread to the status of nostalgia. __________________ 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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10-16-2015, 10:56 AM	#22
Kostandino Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Corfu Greece Posts: 20	Im currently looking for a good deal on RX3. Among my intentions is the consideration of converting onto 19"-17" (front-rear) wheel size. Is there something in the market that accommodates tubeless tyres?
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10-16-2015, 04:14 PM	#24
Danimal Banned Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 176	check out Woodys they are lacing wheels using 19/17 36hole tubeless Aprilia Caponord rims http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/dupl...f_aprilia.html
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10-16-2015, 04:25 PM	#25
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	I'd check out Alpina as well, My Stelvio has a set of the Alpina STS and runs tubeless 17"/19" spoked wheels. BMW/KTM and MG use these on the adventure bikes, although the premade wheels probably cost as much as the RX3. They sell kits to convert any spoked wheel to tubeless. http://alpinawheelsusa.com/products/...it-conversion/
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10-17-2015, 04:11 AM	#27
Kostandino Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Corfu Greece Posts: 20	Indeed, the cost of the set (front/rear) nearly matches the purchase of the RX3 that indicates how good deal the bike is)) Too bad there arent options for wheels (such as, for example, the 19"/17" that my Suzuki DL650cc Vstrom is equipped with).. Link to my Vstrom pics: http://www.car.gr/classifieds/bikes/view/6747710/ As I am aware of, such wheels can get with dual sport tyres too.. (of course, can not use this particular type on RX3)
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