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Forum: Zongshen RX3 01-25-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,419
Posted By fjmartin
This issue can occur if the pedal adjustment is...

This issue can occur if the pedal adjustment is too tight. This means that the brake can drag, building heat and then the fluid will expand. As it expands it rubs even more and creates more heat...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 01-04-2019, 06:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,863
Posted By fjmartin
Actually filters do stop water....if it's the...

Actually filters do stop water....if it's the right filter. The guglatech is fine enough that water is blocked but fuel flows. I have one in my F800GSA. Check this vid out:...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 01-03-2019, 12:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,672
Posted By fjmartin
I had to use an 90 degree slim fit screwdriver to...

I had to use an 90 degree slim fit screwdriver to get to it. It was too long and hit the frame as I removed it and cut it off. I then put in a much shorter screw when I was done.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 12-19-2018, 12:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,419
Posted By fjmartin
Just make darn sure that the front portion of the...

Just make darn sure that the front portion of the brake bracket which has a chunk of square metal is slid into the rail on the swingarm. If not slid in there then things can move and twist. I've...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 12-15-2018, 12:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,481
Posted By fjmartin
Be careful when removing the valve bolts as the...

Be careful when removing the valve bolts as the heads are kind of soft. Also, make sure to note which cover is which. They can be put on either way but don't actually seal if you do. Lastly the...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 12-12-2018, 07:48 PM
Replies: 509
Views: 101,596
Posted By fjmartin
I'll PM ya RJ to keep from polluting up this...

I'll PM ya RJ to keep from polluting up this thread!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 12-11-2018, 07:10 PM
Replies: 509
Views: 101,596
Posted By fjmartin
Interestingly MC Garage recently did about the...

Interestingly MC Garage recently did about the most scientific comparison of doing the standard break in method -vs- just ride it!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpoglovyy_8&t=25s

Short story...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 12-09-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,785
Posted By fjmartin
Did you bump this because you are looking for a...

Did you bump this because you are looking for a way to make the RX3 speedometer more accurate? If so, check out the SpeedoDRD. Many of us used it to correct the speedo on ours. They sell...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 11-12-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,413
Posted By fjmartin
I used this one on my RX3 and moved it over and...

I used this one on my RX3 and moved it over and use it on my F800. Has worked great for me. https://www.amazon.com/CRUISE-2wheelride-gca1bk-universal-Acelerador/dp/B00ERXG4TM
Forum: Zongshen RX3 11-01-2018, 12:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,944
Posted By fjmartin
I hope that's at least CAT-6e so it can properly...

I hope that's at least CAT-6e so it can properly carry your sidestands signals!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-28-2018, 04:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,851
Posted By fjmartin
With the tourfella racks it was easy to use clamp...

With the tourfella racks it was easy to use clamp on mounts. I've since used them on my F800 also. With the hard luggage, it would help protect the rifle in case the bike went over.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-27-2018, 06:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,851
Posted By fjmartin
Awesome! I did a rifle rack on mine!

Awesome! I did a rifle rack on mine!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-23-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,247
Posted By fjmartin
Glad to hear that you got it resolved. I ran the...

Glad to hear that you got it resolved. I ran the 804/805's on my RX3 and run them on my F800GSA. Awesome tires. Fantastic off-road and well mannered on pavement. Good life to them also at a cheap...
Forum: Zongshen RX4 10-19-2018, 02:25 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 63,946
Posted By fjmartin
On the weight comment, It can be a bit of a math...

On the weight comment, It can be a bit of a math quiz. Kawi weight is for the bare bike wet weight. When I got my RX3 the claimed weight was 385 lbs dry. I then did a bunch of math about the wet...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-19-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 884
Views: 604,054
Posted By fjmartin
Easy centerstand crutch

So, something that could help folks get their bikes up on the centerstand and can easily be made at home is a mini ramp. Toss it on the ground and ride the back wheel up on it and then it's super...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-14-2018, 02:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,914
Posted By fjmartin
I did a ton of research about forest service...

I did a ton of research about forest service requirements and contacted both our states DNR (Dept of Natural Resources) and the USFS for clarification. I told them I had a stock CSC RX3 which was...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-11-2018, 08:31 PM
Replies: 884
Views: 604,054
Posted By fjmartin
Couple things to note: 1 - The USB port in...

Couple things to note:

1 - The USB port in their kit is only 1.0A. That means it won't keep up with most phones and GPSs. As such I didn't install the CSC one. But, I did use the wiring to wire...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-11-2018, 08:24 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 53,390
Posted By fjmartin
The reusable mesh oil filter is all metal. You...

The reusable mesh oil filter is all metal. You clean them with things like kerosine, water, WD-40, etc. Then can speed drying with an air compressor but generally hang out to fully dry before...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 09-29-2018, 12:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 117,714
Posted By fjmartin
http://californiascooterco.com/blog/?p=30049

http://californiascooterco.com/blog/?p=30049
Forum: Zongshen RX3 09-24-2018, 11:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,960
Posted By fjmartin
My fix

Mine broke also. Repaired by getting longer bolts and then a stack of washers that will fit in the narrow part of the top plate and then a bigger fender washer that will fit through the large part...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 09-09-2018, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,247
Posted By fjmartin
I had the exact issue of headshake on mine when I...

I had the exact issue of headshake on mine when I took my hands off the bars....it progressed to a terrible tank slapper that I fortunately rode out of at 70 on the highway. It turned out to be the...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 09-05-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,490
Posted By fjmartin
Basically, run regular oil for the first 1000...

Basically, run regular oil for the first 1000 miles then switch to synthetic afterwards. You'll find that finding neutral gets easier with synthetic.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-23-2018, 08:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,490
Posted By fjmartin
If you're hanging about waiting to ride it I'd...

If you're hanging about waiting to ride it I'd suggest not just checking the fasteners but putting loctite on them. Most of us had fasteners rattling loose fairly quickly. You might want to also...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-23-2018, 06:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 965
Posted By fjmartin
That looks good! Glad it also sounds good too!

That looks good! Glad it also sounds good too!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-13-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,366
Posted By fjmartin
Things for you to research: Cassiar and...

Things for you to research:


Cassiar and Stewart highways (37 and 37A) in BC are awesome and you'll see lots of bears and other wildlife

Salmon Glacier in Hyder, AK is beautiful
The Bus in...
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