New Zongshen RX3 (ZS250GY-3) Dual Sport

[SpudRider]

A larger engine would certainly be nice, but that development is probably years away, if it ever happens at all. I am pleased with the performance of the 250cc engine, and I'm sure power can be further enhanced with a Dobek EJK controller, et cetera. However, a good shock absorber and stiffer fork springs can certainly be developed in the very near future, and a good suspension would certainly transform, and elevate this bike's capabilities.

[AZRider]

Wanting a little more power is how we got to 1200cc adventure bikes. I'm very happy that something smaller, lighter and with adequate power is available in the RX3. I do understand the need for more of everything and am guilty of seeking those pleasures, but this bike is pretty damn good the way it is. OK, maybe the suspension could do with a tweak or two, then there's the seat..................

[dmeredith0015]

I'm quite jealous I would love a zong these bikes are pretty awesome looking but I don't believe we have a dealer in Kentucky I found a tmek 200cc wich looks nice for 1700 $ new I think but I don't have the cash atm anyways but I can dream :/ lol

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by dmeredith0015

I'm quite jealous I would love a zong these bikes are pretty awesome looking but I don't believe we have a dealer in Kentucky I found a tmek 200cc wich looks nice for 1700 $ new I think but I don't have the cash atm anyways but I can dream :/ lol

The Zongshen RX3 is only sold by CSC in Azusa, California. All of us either picked up our bikes in Azusa, or had them shipped to us. CSC is currently cutting $200 off the shipping cost for Father's Day.

[Huck369]

Originally Posted by dmeredith0015

I'm quite jealous I would love a zong these bikes are pretty awesome looking but I don't believe we have a dealer in Kentucky I found a tmek 200cc wich looks nice for 1700 $ new I think but I don't have the cash atm anyways but I can dream :/ lol

If you get down this way, you can check out my RX-3.....and yes, a buddy and I ordered ours from CSC, and had them shipped to us....it's a great deal on a great bike IMHO

[rjmorel]

Originally Posted by CSCDude

Let me return the favor...think about joining us on our upcoming ride to Baja. It will be a shorter one, down the Sea of Cortez side, across the peninsula on dirt, and then back up along the Pacific side. Three or four days, tops. I haven't set the dates yet because we are letting our riders tell us when they can do it, and I have to set up my summer schedule.

Thanks for the invite CSCDude. It's on my bucket list but don't know time wise if I'll be able to coordinate with you guys. Being self-annoyed (I mean self-employed), I tend to get out of Dodge when the opportune moment arrives without much planning and just take off on a whim. If you get a target date set keep me posted and we'll see. It would be a good ride for sure.
Would it be for RX3 riders only or can a friend come along on another brand bike? We could make him ride 20 paces behind us and be our "fetch us water boy" rj

[rjmorel]

Need an good idea for carrying a spare inner tube on the bike. I don't want it getting holes in it while being in the panniers and having things rubbing and poking it. Kinda takes the fun out of a flat tire if your spare has leakyweaky. Ya know what I mean? rj

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by rjmorel

Need an good idea for carrying a spare inner tube on the bike. I don't want it getting holes in it while being in the panniers and having things rubbing and poking it. Kinda takes the fun out of a flat tire if your spare has leakyweaky. Ya know what I mean? rj

You could mount a fender bag to the lower front fender, as I have done with my Honda XR650L. My fender bag contains an inner tube, tire irons, et cetera.





Rocky Mountain ATV/MC sells several types of fender bags for very reasonable prices.

http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/...m=fender%20bag



https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p...20fender%20bag

[SpudRider]

The CSC Blog reports the compnay is currently developing two new saddles for the RX3 in collaboration with Seat Concepts.

http://californiascooterco.com/blog/?p=17100



The blog also reports CSC is "hard at work on a new RX3 rear shock and stiffer front springs."

[rjmorel]

Spuds, Good idea about fender mounted carrier. Forgot about those. I think I may have one somewhere in the Garage too, rj

[CSCDude]

Originally Posted by rjmorel

Thanks for the invite CSCDude. It's on my bucket list but don't know time wise if I'll be able to coordinate with you guys. Being self-annoyed (I mean self-employed), I tend to get out of Dodge when the opportune moment arrives without much planning and just take off on a whim. If you get a target date set keep me posted and we'll see. It would be a good ride for sure.
Would it be for RX3 riders only or can a friend come along on another brand bike? We could make him ride 20 paces behind us and be our "fetch us water boy" rj

Tell you what...I'll post the dates when we confirm them, but if you can't make it, why don't you and your friend tell me when you can go and we'll do our own trip. I don't need much of an excuse to point my front wheel south...

[Scrami71]

Hey all, proud new owner of a RX3 here. Been reading and learning from all you. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge. Home turf is North Idaho Coeur d'Alene area.

[rjmorel]

Scrami71, welcome and congrates on the new RX3. Did you put your balloon on the map yet ? Think I'm the closest owner to you over in Walla Walla, WA. rj
https://www.zeemaps.com/map?group=1482462#

"Tell you what...I'll post the dates when we confirm them, but if you can't make it, why don't you and your friend tell me when you can go and we'll do our own trip. I don't need much of an excuse to point my front wheel south... "

CSCDude, sounds like a plan that's a no loose situation for me/us. Let me see how work orders and all go . Got any room in your luggage to China? I wish, Thanks rj

[dmeredith0015]

Originally Posted by Huck369

If you get down this way, you can check out my RX-3.....and yes, a buddy and I ordered ours from CSC, and had them shipped to us....it's a great deal on a great bike IMHO

Thanks man that would be awesome im stuck working a ton right now but if I ever do plan on going that way I might give ya a holler in advance ..
My budget is kinda tight seeing as im 23 in my own apartment paying bills and what not but ive started setting money aside for some fun this summer! I plan on getting the two Apollo 125s for me and my gf but eventually want something to commute to work and take out on some trails preferably a used dual sport. I have a ebay store selling vintage watches jewelry , etc.. I pick up from auctions so hopefully I have a nice chunk of money soon!

[Scrami71]

Hey RJ, I did indeed put my balloon on the map. Haven't been able to take it for a real ride due to a mix up at CSC on paperwork.