Headlight design change?

Lee R · 10-07-2015, 06:55 PM

I noticed my RX3 that just arrived has a different front headlight. No blu-ish tint circle in the bottom.

CSC website:

Riceburner · 10-07-2015, 07:02 PM

Is that a "functioning" parking or running light? OH, wait, you don't have the LED running lights along the side of your headlight.... big change.

ElectricCircus · 10-07-2015, 07:03 PM

Yes, it's different... seems to be a 5W parking light.
Also lacks the 5-LED stripes at both sides of the reflector.

SpudRider · 10-07-2015, 08:48 PM

Thanks for posting the excellent photos, and letting us know about the headlight change, Lee.

I like your headlight better than the original. I think the new reflector might cast a better beam without the blue dome in the bottom.

detours · 10-08-2015, 12:29 AM

Did it come with a 35 watt lamp? Fingers crossed it's a 55 watt.

SpudRider · 10-08-2015, 02:01 AM

I think I can read 'HS1' at the 9 o'clock position on the base of the bulb.

I'm sure its a 35W bulb, since the headlight has a plastic reflector. I wish Zongshen would build the headlight with a metal reflector.

Lee R · 10-08-2015, 11:33 AM

The bulbs the same 35w from the original. I'll get some shots of the throw tonight.

SpudRider · 10-08-2015, 12:28 PM

The RX3 headlight casts a nice beam. However, the stock, 35W HS1 bulb is anemic.

I highly recommend you switch to a standard, 55W/60 H4 bulb. It will do a much better job illuminating the road ahead.

However, to prevent possible heat damage to the reflector from the hotter bulb, I do recommend you make a hole in the rear of the headlight assembly, as shown in the thread linked below.

http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=14665

Co2 · 10-08-2015, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by detours

Did it come with a 35 watt lamp? Fingers crossed it's a 55 watt.

I hesitated to write for lamp type, because different and i thin more sensitive electirical because RX3 injection system, if any voltage accident=much expensive damaged.

İm use my (Sm/dirtbike carb vers.)Philips xtreme vision H4 60/55w , very nice performance.

Danimal · 10-09-2015, 12:21 AM

discussed Lee's different headlight with CSC today. Seeing as my bike shipped only two days after his and mine had the earlier headlight. So I asked why
Seems the Canada bike required the new design to meet their regulations.
CSC has decided to simplify by changing over on US as well.

SpudRider · 10-09-2015, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Danimal

discussed Lee's different headlight with CSC today. Seeing as my bike shipped only two days after his and mine had the earlier headlight. So I asked why
Seems the Canada bike required the new design to meet their regulations.
CSC has decided to simplify by changing over on US as well.

I had not seen the new headlight before now. That is very interesting information; thanks for sharing it with us.

rtking · 10-09-2015, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Danimal

discussed Lee's different headlight with CSC today. Seeing as my bike shipped only two days after his and mine had the earlier headlight. So I asked why
Seems the Canada bike required the new design to meet their regulations.
CSC has decided to simplify by changing over on US as well.

Agreed with Spud - thanks for sharing!

For those of us that like the original headlight, I wonder if we should order a spare now?

Of course, I'd like to see if there's a beam pattern difference between the headlights. If the newer headlight offers a broader beam pattern, I might make the switch (but I like the LEDs of the original!)

SpudRider · 10-09-2015, 01:50 AM

You make a good point, RT. If a headlight filament is burnt out at dusk, the LED panels still continue to make the bike visible to other motorists.

Weldangrind · 10-09-2015, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Danimal

Seems the Canada bike required the new design to meet their regulations.

Not surprised. Transport Canada is very strict.

Lee R · 10-09-2015, 02:01 PM

I rode the bike last night but didn't get any pictures. I can still say the 35w bulb is inadequate and I'll be switching to a 55/60w bulb. The pattern was good esp the high beam just not enough light. Honestly it's a bit dangerous up here with all the deer to not have adequate lighting.

I'll get some shots of the throw once the rain leaves here in Upstate NY.

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Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	Headlight design change? I noticed my RX3 that just arrived has a different front headlight. No blu-ish tint circle in the bottom. CSC website:
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SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for posting the excellent photos, and letting us know about the headlight change, Lee. I like your headlight better than the original. I think the new reflector might cast a better beam without the blue dome in the bottom. __________________ 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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detours Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Arvada, CO Posts: 1,004	Did it come with a 35 watt lamp? Fingers crossed it's a 55 watt. __________________ Red 5 standing by! 2015 CSC red RX3 with 19" front wheel, Shinko 804/805, skid plate, tall seat, 13T/45T sprockets, progressive shock, Winyoochanok windshield, GENSSI LED headlight, SW-Motech tankbag, Shorai Lithium battery 2014 Ural Patrol
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10-08-2015, 02:01 AM	#6
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	I think I can read 'HS1' at the 9 o'clock position on the base of the bulb. I'm sure its a 35W bulb, since the headlight has a plastic reflector. I wish Zongshen would build the headlight with a metal reflector. __________________ 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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10-08-2015, 11:33 AM	#7
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	The bulbs the same 35w from the original. I'll get some shots of the throw tonight.
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10-08-2015, 12:28 PM	#8
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	The RX3 headlight casts a nice beam. However, the stock, 35W HS1 bulb is anemic. I highly recommend you switch to a standard, 55W/60 H4 bulb. It will do a much better job illuminating the road ahead. However, to prevent possible heat damage to the reflector from the hotter bulb, I do recommend you make a hole in the rear of the headlight assembly, as shown in the thread linked below. http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=14665 __________________ 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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10-09-2015, 12:21 AM	#10
Danimal Banned Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 176	discussed Lee's different headlight with CSC today. Seeing as my bike shipped only two days after his and mine had the earlier headlight. So I asked why Seems the Canada bike required the new design to meet their regulations. CSC has decided to simplify by changing over on US as well.
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10-09-2015, 01:50 AM	#13
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	You make a good point, RT. If a headlight filament is burnt out at dusk, the LED panels still continue to make the bike visible to other motorists. __________________ 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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10-09-2015, 02:01 PM	#15
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	I rode the bike last night but didn't get any pictures. I can still say the 35w bulb is inadequate and I'll be switching to a 55/60w bulb. The pattern was good esp the high beam just not enough light. Honestly it's a bit dangerous up here with all the deer to not have adequate lighting. I'll get some shots of the throw once the rain leaves here in Upstate NY.
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