New Zongshen RX3 (ZS250GY-3) Dual Sport

NoVa Rider · 02-27-2015, 03:56 PM

Just got my new issue of Rider magazine, and its looks as if the RX-3 is not in the running for Motorcycle of the Year. Even though we all suspect its a game-changer, I guess they need to ride it first.

But, Clement Salvadori in his Road Tales column devotes three very nice paragraphs to CSC and the RX-3, and to the virtues of touring on a small bike, even though he has not had a chance to ride the RX-3 either. Way to go Clement! I may pick up a copy of No Thru Road to help pass the time while I am waiting for delivery.

CSCDude · 02-27-2015, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by NoVa Rider

Just got my new issue of Rider magazine, and its looks as if the RX-3 is not in the running for Motorcycle of the Year. Even though we all suspect its a game-changer, I guess they need to ride it first.

But, Clement Salvadori in his Road Tales column devotes three very nice paragraphs to CSC and the RX-3, and to the virtues of touring on a small bike, even though he has not had a chance to ride the RX-3 either. Way to go Clement! I may pick up a copy of No Thru Road to help pass the time while I am waiting for delivery.

Clement Salvadori is one of the great writers out there. His book on riding through Baja is a must read. It's actually on my nightstand right now. I've nearly got it memorized.

thillskier · 02-27-2015, 04:23 PM

The Zongs appear to be built strongly. Thats why the weight isn't all a bad thing

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Most Chinese forks are very small and not strong, It APPEARS that those may if bent, only the lower portion, but not sure of even that! Crash bars definitely did their job(s), also. STill scary..wheel is definitely toast

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02-27-2015, 03:56 PM	#1
NoVa Rider Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 144	Magazine Shout-out Just got my new issue of Rider magazine, and its looks as if the RX-3 is not in the running for Motorcycle of the Year. Even though we all suspect its a game-changer, I guess they need to ride it first. But, Clement Salvadori in his Road Tales column devotes three very nice paragraphs to CSC and the RX-3, and to the virtues of touring on a small bike, even though he has not had a chance to ride the RX-3 either. Way to go Clement! I may pick up a copy of No Thru Road to help pass the time while I am waiting for delivery.
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02-27-2015, 04:23 PM	#3
thillskier Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 223	Amazing what was NOT damaged! The Zongs appear to be built strongly. Thats why the weight isn't all a bad thing! Most Chinese forks are very small and not strong, It APPEARS that those may if bent, only the lower portion, but not sure of even that! Crash bars definitely did their job(s), also. STill scary..wheel is definitely toast!
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