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Ditto what rjmorel said. A lot of us are cheering you on! We want the down and dirty, like you said on your video (I subscribed to your channel on YouTube) on your preparedness, your gear, the bike, what you liked and didn't. A LOT of us I am sure wish we had the talent (me) and the time to do this.
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11-11-2016, 01:59 PM
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So, now that Rex is all broken in, I thought it might be nice it he got out and saw a little more of New England. Hopped on him bright and early last weekend. Pointed him North and didn't stop until I got to mid-Vermont (Castleton) to visit friends from my riding group. He made the 350 mile round trip day ride just fine as well as did his rider. Extremely smooth at 7500 rpms+ and I must say it was a pleasant ride. My friends up north were anxious to get a look at him. My friend Jack even hardwired my Garmin mount so I could have my Garmin charging while riding. He was impressed with the fit and finish and overall value to the bike. While I had a bit of a challenge keeping up with my friends on their litre bikes, Rex did ok considering he's a quarter of their displacement. So, another box checked for the RX3 - capable machine for a long day in the saddle on tar. Probably start getting him in the dirt next Spring to see how he does there but thumps up so far.
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11-12-2016, 09:29 PM
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No pics but i did get some video of the riders ahead of me - have yet to edit. . .
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11-23-2016, 03:47 PM
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hey gang.
looking to buy one in the uk to tour around scotland and then europe and possibly africa. What I am wondering is, it will come with the 15inch rear tyre. I cant find any good dual adventure tyres for the 15 inch? anyone had any luck Thanks. (hoping to buy in the new year) |
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11-23-2016, 08:57 PM
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Bigger rear.
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11-23-2016, 10:32 PM
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I recommend you purchase the 17-inch spokes from either CSC or Minsk. Then you can purchase a size 2.50-17 rim locally, and either lace the wheel yourself, or have someone else lace it for you. You will have a very difficult time finding any good, fifteen-inch, dual sport tires.
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11-24-2016, 05:37 PM
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Location: England
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As far as I am aware, all RX3 bikes in the UK have the 15 inch rear wheel.
I have found one place, in the UK, where you can buy a 15inch dual sport tyre and have one on my bike. Kingstone 130/90 15 , I think spud had the same tyre fitted on his Zongshen ZS200GY-2 at one time  https://www.chinesemotorcyclepartson...rtno_OT1309015 I'm still trying to source a nice 18inch front though  |
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11-25-2016, 12:30 AM
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Thanks for passing along the good information, Kat.
Yes, I did purchase one set of the Kingston tires for my Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra). I bought a 15-inch, Kingston rear tire, and an 18-inch, Kingston front tire. After the supply of Kingston tires was gone, I converted my Zong to a Yamaha XT225 swingarm, shock absorber, and rear wheel. I later converted the front to a 21-inch wheel.You might want to stock up on the Kingston tires, because they are likely to disappear from the United Kingdom. Also, I'm sure it would be difficult for Matty2193 to find the tires while traveling through Europe or Africa.
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12-18-2016, 05:32 PM
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Location: Milpitas, CA. USA
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Front wheel video.
Since it's not specifically RX3 related, I posted the link to a video I thought contains good info for folks new to doing their own maintenance.
It's in Videos titled Front Wheel Installation Tips. |
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01-20-2017, 07:55 PM
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Location: England
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Zongshen rx4
Zongshen RX4 to be on sale in France from May 2017
Priced at around 5500 Euros ($ 5886 usd ), ( £ 4754 UK) The only spec mentioned : 43 HP @ 9000 RPM source : http://www.motoservices.com/actualit...arif-dispo.htm http://www.motoservices.com/actualit...n-nov-2016.htm |
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01-21-2017, 12:04 AM
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Location: George West, Texas
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Kat... thanks for showing the latest info on the rx4!
On the second site you listed I couldn't find a mention of the rx4. I used chrome translator I am a little surprised to see the RX 4 shook out this quick I have not thought to even expect anything on this till late summer. Should have known since that prototype looks pretty retail ready. (I know , a 2018 in US) Guess it will be a little closer to $6k rather than $5k. But it has the looks of a high end bmw! Sharp ride!
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02-04-2017, 07:51 PM
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Location: George West, Texas
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Please answer
Forcasted cost rate-feb 2017... 5500 Euro or $5932.02 US Dollar or 4750.94 British Pound
42.91 horsepower... first official quote I've seen Max speed 99.4194 mph...plenty Seat height 24.4094 inches ... can always go higher with seat, tires etc Ground clearance...7.87402 inches with stock 17/18 rims 5.28344 us gal tank Weight 429.901 pounds closer to 400 would be better but  Upward cam suppose that means overhead cam? What exactly is ignition ... Ecu what does this stand for , I know what it means but what does it stznd for? electronic computer unit??? Not sure please advise 450.3 ml. Is this same expression as cc... correct? Once again, thanks Kat. I haven't seen the specs. You will probably have access to purchase the rx4 in the UK before the United states. Start saving your nickers.
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