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10-14-2015, 03:00 PM | #1 |
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I'm having a positive experience with my RX3 and posted on the Canadian Moto Guide comments section reflecting that. It seems that ADVrider thread started out that way then the bikes showed up and real-life reports came in which are pretty much all very good. The trolls seem to have vanished on that thread save the patented advrider post about "it weighs to much". They won't be satisfied unless a 245 pound 1000cc Africa Twin comes out for 7999 dollars.
I'm new to Chinarider but the crowd here is much more interested in knowledge and problem solving then bashing a bike for it's origin. |
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10-15-2015, 12:00 AM | #2 | |
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I love my TW, and because I love it so much, I'm quite open minded about similar displacement bikes. All of my bikes are 250 and under. Yes, I'd like to have a 350 or 400 China dual sport one day, but I'm quite happy with my little bikes.
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10-15-2015, 06:01 AM | #3 | |
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10-15-2015, 11:31 PM | #4 |
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You came to the right place, Keith. You have the China Riders spirit.
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10-16-2015, 10:08 AM | #5 | |
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I have seen some of your post over at TW200 as well. I thank you for all you are doing for the sport I love non bias riders I also joined the other RX3 forums as I see many people here have as well.
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10-14-2015, 04:05 PM | #6 |
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This is, by far, the most positive, welcoming and friendly forum I've had the pleasure of participating in. I learn a great deal on this forum, and the response/support from the rider community is amazing. It's interesting on other forums (all other forums, not just RX-3 Cyclone forums) as there's usually a few strong egos. I have learned to just lurk and read those forums. But the great exchange of info here (and honestly, the support from the "in the know" RX-3 riders that know how good the product is) really adds to the ownership experience.
Many thanks to Spudrider and Weldandgrind as the moderators here for making this forum welcoming, informative and lively! |
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10-15-2015, 11:30 PM | #8 | |
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10-15-2015, 11:25 PM | #9 | |
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10-15-2015, 10:36 AM | #10 |
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Keith, have you ordered an RX3 yet?
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10-15-2015, 10:42 AM | #11 |
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on-hand parts
What parts would you RX3 riders tend to want to have on-hand in your garage for those just-in-case repairs?
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10-15-2015, 03:30 PM | #12 | |
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If so, I'd probably keep a spare inner tube around, spare counter sprocket nut and locking plate (though this isn't needed if you check the counter sprocket an regularly and put a witness mark on it), spare chain... that's about it. The bike has proven to be very reliable thus far, and I think Joe has been very forthright about what has needed changing. (Mainly the chain which wears out around 6,000 miles.) Other than these three items, which will strand you if they puncture or break, I can't think of anything else that you wouldn't be able to source replacement or temporary parts to effect a fix on the road or in garage until CSC can send out proper replacement parts. What do other RX-3 riders think? |
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10-15-2015, 11:11 AM | #13 |
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Not yet I was in on the group buy at TW200 forum just waiting to see what happens. I may not order until after the first of the year.
My Ural (my primary vehicle) is stripped down for re-painting and de-rusting. Road salt really takes its toll on the Ural. It will be the first winter in 4 years that I use a cage for transportation. So I just bought a 2015 Mini Cooper to use over the winter. The Goldwing most likely will go up for sale in the spring, trying to go smaller. The TW I am debating on keeping or not. I need to make room for another bike. I was also thinking if I buy now and do not get to ride it till spring I a using up warranty time while it is sitting in my garage
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10-15-2015, 02:55 PM | #14 |
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CSC Canadian offer
I know the current exchange rate sucks for you guys but it's nice to see CSC step up and try to offset some of the pain. I'm sure the haters on other boards will spew forth ugliness but I think it's a classy act and applaud them (CSC not the mindless haters).
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10-15-2015, 03:33 PM | #15 |
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I agree. And I was going to post something on the Canadian Moto site to say that they shouldn't miss the boat (as I did) as it's a great deal that won't be replicated, especially if they can get a buddy (or coordinate via the internet) to have bikes shipped to a central location to save on the shipping fees. That alone would save some serious money.
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