Zongshen RX3 5000 mile test ride

In July, 2015 we took a 5000 mile trip on Zongshen RX3 250s. This is some video shot with my phone and Go Pro.

[winistan]

great matter of fact video without any showboating. love it. I'm going to buy my first brand new rx3 this week :). Oh I'm from Pakistan btw !

[ashleymcgovern]

What was said in the vid was my findings of Chinese bikes; change the battery for a better one, swap the stock oil out for better oil, If you can swap for a better quality chain do so. They stretch more (along with getting some grippy branded tyres). You will then have a decent bike. Of course if you don't like the material used for certain bolts etc, measure them and buy some stainless steel versions online. Chinese like to use Zinc coated bolts now because they don't rust, however they are softer and can round off in the tool.

[music_tj]

Here in the Philippines, one of most popular sportbikes is zongshen GS200, which is marketed here as Motorstar Z200x. Very reliable, powerful, bang for the buck at spare parts is everywhere

[AudiophileTubes]

You don't look stupid on a small bike, as you say! Small bikes are VERY cool, and can be a lot more fun to ride than larger displacement bikes. I have 6 bikes, from small displacement to an 1100cc, and the most fun I have is often riding my 50cc, 2-stroke, 7.1 HP, 5-speed classic HONDA MB5, that I purchased new back in 1983! Only does 53 MPH max, but it's a blast constantly winding through the gears, trying to keep it in the powerband! Years ago, I had a Lifan GY-110 (Honda CT70 clone), which is Chinese made, and it was built like a tank! That one was stolen and never recovered.

[masterporras]

excellent work guys! you really will make a good job.

[maverickrider]

I own one and it's a very robust machine. You can throw it at any terrain and it will get through it. Extremely reliable also. Not bad for a start

[thepassionofthegoose]

These would be a fantastic addition to a stable, especially given the price. Very, very impressive.

[ResonantFrequency]

These sound great. I was interested when they first announced them but was largely concerned about them being Chinese and largely unproven over here in the states. The problems you listed seem really easily and cheaply fixed with universal aftermarket parts. It'll be interesting to see how these bikes hold up after 30k plus miles and a few years of wear and tear on them. For the price they don't even really have to hold up as long as a bike from any of the big four do to justify the purchase though.

[TheDirtyyoungman]

Front end looks like they tried to copy a GS a bit.. That's ok I guess. Will be interesting to see some 40, 000 mile reports.

[andrewclemmit]

If you know what your buying and it gets you riding it's a good thing. I ride a Chinese bike and have no problems just a big smile on my face.

[jamesmziegler]

It was shockingly easy to buy an RX3 from CSC. They are a top notch bunch, and the bike itself is great. It's become my everyday hop on and go motorcycle. I definitely will buy another bike from CSC again. 👍

[jessaphillips]

if you remember that its a chinese bike and not a japanese bike, its actually really good. if you have never ridden a chinese bike you won't really understand this bike, chinese bikes in general have little nit picky things go wrong pretty often. its a great bike if you want to learn to work on your own stuff too cause it'll break down just often enough for you to learn to do everything.

[charlesyoung]

Back in the day when the Japanese bikes first appeared everybody was saying the same thing about those

[gengische]

Where is the review? Pros, cons. Compared to other dual sport? Braking distance? Clutch response? Power fade on climb? Highway? City? Obstacle clearance? 8min 39 sec is all I can take.

[garysanchezphotography]

Thanks for the review. The bike is very interesting and maybe a good wife bike.

[SwordsmanXBSs]

GOOD LAWD I want one of these! Never thought I'd be into "adventure" bikes, but that's a sweet setup. And I love the whole "wrench-your-own" philosophy. As a former Ural owner, I tell ya', it really makes you bond with the bike. If you can't go hydraulic, the locknut valve adjustment on these is next best thing (saw that in the official CSC vid). I hate tire tubes though... that was the bane of my existence with the Ural. That fuel economy sounds phenomenal. Where's a good scratch off lottery ticket when ya need it?

[ozarktraveler]

7:27 Its only a 1 yr warranty now. I had to put a new cam in before 1500 miles. They dont pay labor. I had to do it all myself. If csc pays labor, please contact me. I bought a 2022 in may of 23. They sent free parts though. Also on your trip were youre bikes broke in? And did you adjust the valves at 500 miles?

[ing.juancarlosvera]

I have a problem with my motorcycle, it goes out every time it slowed down and I want to turn it on again and it takes time to do it, what can it be? I am desperate since it is uncomfortable, and also if there is a scanner for diagnosis, greetings from Mexico !!!!

[techten]

Waiting for csc to bring RX4 model in us market. Rx4 looks like triumph tiger knockoff. Looks really good.

[LASadvgrrl]

informative and great video. Looked like fun and this bike is very interesting