New Zongshen RX3 (ZS250GY-3) Dual Sport

[Co2]

Originally Posted by Adjuster

Welcome Co2!


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Thank you, sorry for my first post pictures size fault, i try correct but...:( i report self me Spud, i hope correct my fault

[Weldangrind]

Welcome Co2! That was a very entertaining message.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Co2

Thank you, sorry for my first post pictures size fault, i try correct but...:( i report self me Spud, i hope correct my fault

Welcome. I recognize the ZS177MM engine in your XZ250RM.

If you reduce the size of your photos by 35%, and post them again, it will fix the problem.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by LordRad

here are a few pics of the rally version made by the manufacturer distributing this beauty in Colombia.

...this one has 21" and 19" alloy rims

according to press release, for the commercially available version, front suspension is the adjustable one used on the special edition (the gold one) and comes standard with the LED headlight.

Luggage is offered as an option. looks neat with that red saddle tho

That's a nice looking RX3. Thanks for sharing the photos from Columbia. I like the heavy-duty skid plate.

[Huck369]

Originally Posted by jimjr21

I spy:
beefy case guard
4 spot lights
neat seat cover
Stainless steel front brake line
handguards without interior mount
nice wrap on a white bike

And No front Fender....gonna get a lot of mud caked up on the motor !

But yes, I like it too

[SpudRider]

I'm getting cabin fever. It has been raining for a about a week here. I did manage to make two modifications to the RX3 between rain showers. I will post photographs of the modifications after the rain departs sometime around next Wednesday.

I did purchase an ACR ResQLink PLB, and I'm glad I got it before the riding season really begins. If you purchase from a participating dealer before July 1, you can get $50 rebate from ACR.

https://www.acrartex.com/info/us-summer-plb-promotion/

[SpudRider]

[mjs91882]

Purchasing question??

Living in Ny I would need to have it shipped. I was wondering how much it was after paying taxes on it out the door?? I plan on paying to have them assemble it there to which I believe I saw was $195. Looks like everyone is really enjoying there bike. Is there anything that you guys wish was diffrent or any flaws?? I just sold my Klx 250 and just love the look of this bike. Thanks

[woodlandsprite]

Hey, for those who have added Handguards, what are you finding for inner diameter of the handlebars? I remember spud mentioning 12mm. I'm trying to decide if I'm taking advantage of the revzilla sale on Barkbusters. I know hand guards can be had for less, but those seem to go on with the least fuss. They have a 12mm bar end insert- it seems the standard inserts are just a hair too big to fit.

[woodlandsprite]

Originally Posted by mjs91882

Purchasing question??

Living in Ny I would need to have it shipped. I was wondering how much it was after paying taxes on it out the door??

You should call for a shipping estimate. Taxes will be paid to your state dept of revenue based on the invoice price of the bike. Not sure what the applied tax rate is.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

Hey, for those who have added Handguards, what are you finding for inner diameter of the handlebars? I remember spud mentioning 12mm. I'm trying to decide if I'm taking advantage of the revzilla sale on Barkbusters. I know hand guards can be had for less, but those seem to go on with the least fuss. They have a 12mm bar end insert- it seems the standard inserts are just a hair too big to fit.

I didn't use my digital calipers to measure the hole in the handlebar ends. I used my plastic calipers from Harbor Freight, so my measurement was not precise. However, if you need to enlarge the hole slightly, it shouldn't be too hard to ream the aluminum with a slightly larger drill bit.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by mjs91882

Purchasing question??

Living in Ny I would need to have it shipped. I was wondering how much it was after paying taxes on it out the door?? I plan on paying to have them assemble it there to which I believe I saw was $195. Looks like everyone is really enjoying there bike. Is there anything that you guys wish was diffrent or any flaws?? I just sold my Klx 250 and just love the look of this bike. Thanks

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

You should call for a shipping estimate. Taxes will be paid to your state dept of revenue based on the invoice price of the bike. Not sure what the applied tax rate is.

X2 on everything Sprite said. If you have an assembled bike shipped to you, expect to pay more for the custom, wooden, shipping crate. CSC needs to pay for the wood and assemble the crate, which is also larger than the steel crate used to ship the unassembled bikes.

I love the engine, transmission, and EFI of the RX3. I also love all the standard features, et cetera. However, I wish the suspension were better. The bike has somewhat limited travel for the forks and shock absorber. Also, in my opinion, both the forks and the shock absorber need stiffer springs.

[G19Tony]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

However, if you need to enlarge the hole slightly, it shouldn't be too hard to ream the aluminum with a slightly larger drill bit.

That's what I did to fit my Zetas. Easy Peasy.

[G19Tony]

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

Hey, for those who have added Handguards, what are you finding for inner diameter of the handlebars? I remember spud mentioning 12mm. I'm trying to decide if I'm taking advantage of the revzilla sale on Barkbusters. I know hand guards can be had for less, but those seem to go on with the least fuss. They have a 12mm bar end insert- it seems the standard inserts are just a hair too big to fit.

I have a Pro Taper Contour ATV Mid handlebar on the way. I'm going to make those HDB handguards fit yet.

[G19Tony]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

I'm getting cabin fever. It has been raining for a about a week here. I did manage to make two modifications to the RX3 between rain showers. I will post photographs of the modifications after the rain departs sometime around next Wednesday.

I did purchase an ACR ResQLink PLB, and I'm glad I got it before the riding season really begins. If you purchase from a participating dealer before July 1, you can get $50 rebate from ACR.

https://www.acrartex.com/info/us-summer-plb-promotion/

I just ordered a new one. The battery is still ok on the old one, and it will be going to my brother.