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Forum: Zongshen RX3 03-20-2018, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,413
Posted By rideabout
Howdy blackbike, We were fortunate to have a...

Howdy blackbike,
We were fortunate to have a fluent Spanish speaker as part of the team. I worked on improving my poor Spanish skills as much as possible!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 03-20-2018, 03:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,413
Posted By rideabout
Exclamation Jay, Including riding back and forth to LA...

Jay,

Including riding back and forth to LA about 2800 miles give or take a few
Forum: Zongshen RX3 03-20-2018, 03:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,413
Posted By rideabout
Hi Jay, I played the part of Captain Dave on the...

Hi Jay, I played the part of Captain Dave on the trip ��. No heated gear, I fortunately brought a down jacket, pant liner and rain gloves so I was comfortable enough although not actually warm at...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 03-18-2018, 10:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,413
Posted By rideabout
2018 CSC Baja ride!

Hey all!

Just got home to San Jose, Ca from the CSC Baja trip. I wanted to post while the details are still fresh in my mind. I’m sure most of you follow Joe’s blog so I’ll avoid being repetitive...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 01-15-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,173
Posted By rideabout
Baja tour

I’ll be riding down from the SF Bay Area for the Baja tour. Any other folks riding down from northern or central California that want to meet up? Thanks!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-22-2017, 01:17 AM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Nelson Rigg CL-GPS Journey Mate

I saw this small tank bag at Revzilla ($45) and thought I would give it a try. I wanted a little tank bag as I don't really need a big one for more storage, I use a duffle for camping and the stock...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-12-2017, 12:32 AM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Windscreen spoiler, odds and ends

I have a long torso which has my helmet out in the breeze when riding even though I'm only 5'10". Today I installed a windscreen spoiler I found on Ebay...
Forum: Web Deals - NEW! 10-23-2016, 11:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,601
Posted By rideabout
Mx453

Hey Bill congrats! I hope they work out for you.
Cheers!
Forum: Web Deals - NEW! 10-21-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,601
Posted By rideabout
Nice helmet, cheap at $88 LS2 MX453

I bought this helmet a while back and have put 2500 miles on it. I wear a 7 1/4 hat size and bought a medium in hi-viz yellow. As most reviews state the cheek pads are initially quite tight but will...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-01-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Thanks guys!😊

Thanks guys!😊
Forum: Zongshen RX3 10-01-2016, 01:12 AM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Bought my RX3 a friend.....

7450After some soul searching I decided to purchase another orange bike to keep my 2016 RX3 company. I have had a great time with the CSC but find I am riding it too aggressively and causing minor...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-14-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,574
Posted By rideabout
swingarm repair

Hello all,
I've decided to cover the cost of the repair myself and not use the warranty. After thinking about it a bit I can't say for sure that an off-road impact/rock didn't result in this...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-06-2016, 02:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,574
Posted By rideabout
Ryan responded quickly and told me the...

Ryan responded quickly and told me the recommended repair is to have the piece re-welded onto the swingarm and that this is an unusual failure. The repair will be covered under warranty. I'll let you...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-05-2016, 05:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,574
Posted By rideabout
Hello Jay, Yep the insert is held in by what...

Hello Jay,

Yep the insert is held in by what looks like small welds on each side.
Forum: Zongshen RX3 08-05-2016, 12:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,574
Posted By rideabout
Broken weld on lower chain guide

Hello all!
Today I found that the lower chain guide mount welds had broken. Seems like an easy repair, I did send a note to CSC for advice regarding repair methods. Thought I'd pass this on to the...
Forum: Web Deals - NEW! 07-18-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,621
Posted By rideabout
Two month review

Hello all,
After using the Alterra jacket for a while I thought I'd pass on some thoughts.

1. The jacket is very comfortable for long and short trips

2. It's very well constructed with good...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-16-2016, 08:25 PM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Another view :)

Another view :)
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-16-2016, 08:21 PM
Replies: 884
Views: 344,565
Posted By rideabout
Rough country 2" spots

$80. Install was straightforward using csc mounts. Wired it to the handlebar accessory switch. Looks good and very bright. Each light 1440 lumens, 18 watts. 30 degree spot. Have not ridden at night...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-05-2016, 02:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,013
Posted By rideabout
Thanks Detours!

Thanks Detours!
Forum: Zongshen RX3 06-01-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,304
Posted By rideabout
Hi Rod, the switches each have two phillips...

Hi Rod, the switches each have two phillips screws that need to be removed from below. After the screws are removed the switchgear and throttle will slide off easily. There is a plastic male pin...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-31-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 38,903
Posted By rideabout
Thanks Jay/Detours for the info :)

Thanks Jay/Detours for the info :)
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-30-2016, 11:09 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 38,903
Posted By rideabout
I'm a little confused, isn't it better to have...

I'm a little confused, isn't it better to have more fuel vapor condense and drop into the OCS tube rather than have it remain in the crankcase? Maybe it just gets burned with the intake charge...
Forum: Web Deals - NEW! 05-24-2016, 03:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,621
Posted By rideabout
Thanks for the tip Backroads, I picked up a large...

Thanks for the tip Backroads, I picked up a large in forest green. Very nice sturdy jacket I highly recommend it. I'm 5'10" 180 lb and the large is perfect. Lot of value there :)
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-20-2016, 01:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,100
Posted By rideabout
Hello adventuredad, I do not recommend mounting...

Hello adventuredad,
I do not recommend mounting your heated grips on the shorter bars. I had trouble just squeezing on the stock hand guard bracket, the heat controller is much wider. Also, once...
Forum: Zongshen RX3 05-19-2016, 01:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,197
Posted By rideabout
Gotta love this forum :). RJ, the K270 rear is...

Gotta love this forum :). RJ, the K270 rear is 5.10 x 17. In hindsight I should have added a turn or two as you suggest. On the road and mild trails it was firm and well controlled, didn't feel under...
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