Zongshen parts direct from China

Juanca · 01-15-2019, 05:42 PM

I am still deciding on them hahaha

sqwert · 01-15-2019, 10:18 PM

If you want bags and can not sew them yourself, these are it.

NzBrakelathes · 01-19-2019, 11:37 PM

Simple folding dual sport mirrors $19.95 free postage

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F303035219148

sqwert · 01-20-2019, 05:55 PM

Tako,

Yep, the sprocket pictured fits? Yep, you can get one? Yep, you can supply the needed retainers and other hardware? If the price is that high I'd rather you make a few bucks than anyone else.

Reasoning for sprocket tooth contents removed because I'm tired of justifying what I've learned over 55 years of 2-wheeler experience.

So, if "yep" means good quality, I need the 15t countershaft sprocket, a 53t or 54t wheel sprocket, all the hardware to mount them, and 120 chain links.

Can you do a good price on EK SRX or DID VX2 ringed chains? I've had good service from both, usually 25,000+ miles on 15 tooth countershafts sprayed with DeepCreep for a quick clean, then allowed to dry and sprayed with Walmart chain lube to prevent rust. That's all it takes.

p.s.; I can cut a chain so a stock link count might be cheaper.

rjmorel · 01-21-2019, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NzBrakelathes

Simple folding dual sport mirrors $19.95 free postage

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F303035219148

very nice mirrors . Any chance you have different shapes like rectangle? Round is so 70's ish

rj

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NzBrakelathes · 01-21-2019, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjmorel

very nice mirrors . Any chance you have different shapes like rectangle? Round is so 70's ish

rj

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No sorry
Very limited folding and I’ve just seen round low cost

GlennR · 01-21-2019, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjmorel

very nice mirrors . Any chance you have different shapes like rectangle? Round is so 70's ish

rj

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Those are "KTM Style" folding mirrors. They're great when you ride off-road, just fold them down so they don't hit tree limbs.

preventec47 · 01-22-2019, 01:06 PM

I am new here and just read through all the posts in this thread and have
an idea of what you are doing. ie filling a market need better than
others and in a way that you can make some money and maybe save
some for the buyer too.
I am looking for a Cafe Racer style bike but it must have exhaust system
like Scramblers so that I can do limited slow off road without worry
about breaking the exhaust. I will need a bottom protector plate to
protect the engine also but I can make that myself if need be.

It has been difficult for me to read the messages because many models
and parts are mentioned and I dont know what they are like RX3, RX4
and special engine types etc .... In time I will probably learn what
others are discussing but it would be helpful if others are careful to
mention what brand a certain model bike or part is etc.

I recall that many weeks ago you mentioned an aim to provide 3 or 4
different complete motorcycles of different sizes and shapes. I came
very close to ordering two cycles from TXPowersports around end
of November but they would not answer my questions about available
repair/replacement parts and prices etc. My nightmare bad dream is to
buy a bike that I have to throw in trash because of small part that
breaks and I cannot get replacement. SO, it is very important that
standard and popular components are used where thousands are around
the world and will be easy (easier) to to get parts in the future when needed.

In fact one idea I had would be for someone like you to send all parts
without assembly to save on shipping and also save on total cost.
A motorcycle like that with all separate parts identified maybe would have
an easier effort perhaps to obtain the exact parts needed in the future.
The big requirement would be for easy to understand assembly instruction
manual with all parts listed.

Scott in Atlanta - an old guy who hates any motorcycle that looks like
it has an insect stinger and a bunch of plastic panels to make it look
streamlined that add weight and expense - hence the CAFE RACER style

Later I will send example photos of what I am looking for.

sqwert · 01-22-2019, 03:44 PM

Well, Scott in Atlanta, better get used to plastic. Seems motorcycles today, are marketed to the children who dream of robotic toys controlled by phones that can count to 1, much smarter than the delinquents themselves, and tend to include 2x4s or funnels for seats. if we are lucky, the delinquents will be prevented from breeding.

CSC had a sport bike incorporating the same engine as the RX3, but I don't see on their website any more. They also have a retro model called the San Gabriel built with a 230cc engine about half the power of the RX3 engine. CSC will ship to your door, and overnight parts from and apparently well stocked facility. That might satisfy your aversion to things sharp, creased, and spikey.

p.s.: The last street bike I had was a 1975 CB550, highly modified into a touring bike. Best motorcycle I ever rode on pavement, with all the most pleasant compromises possible. Not the fastest, not the lightest, not the least maintenance, but the best all around from mountain 2-lanes to western interstates. If it had hydraulic lifters I'd still have it.

Seriously considering another 750 Nighthawk, even if they are pigs.

01-22-2019, 01:06 PM	#8
preventec47 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Atlanta, Georgia USA Posts: 22	Cafe Racer with Scrambler exhaust I am new here and just read through all the posts in this thread and have an idea of what you are doing. ie filling a market need better than others and in a way that you can make some money and maybe save some for the buyer too. I am looking for a Cafe Racer style bike but it must have exhaust system like Scramblers so that I can do limited slow off road without worry about breaking the exhaust. I will need a bottom protector plate to protect the engine also but I can make that myself if need be. It has been difficult for me to read the messages because many models and parts are mentioned and I dont know what they are like RX3, RX4 and special engine types etc .... In time I will probably learn what others are discussing but it would be helpful if others are careful to mention what brand a certain model bike or part is etc. I recall that many weeks ago you mentioned an aim to provide 3 or 4 different complete motorcycles of different sizes and shapes. I came very close to ordering two cycles from TXPowersports around end of November but they would not answer my questions about available repair/replacement parts and prices etc. My nightmare bad dream is to buy a bike that I have to throw in trash because of small part that breaks and I cannot get replacement. SO, it is very important that standard and popular components are used where thousands are around the world and will be easy (easier) to to get parts in the future when needed. In fact one idea I had would be for someone like you to send all parts without assembly to save on shipping and also save on total cost. A motorcycle like that with all separate parts identified maybe would have an easier effort perhaps to obtain the exact parts needed in the future. The big requirement would be for easy to understand assembly instruction manual with all parts listed. Scott in Atlanta - an old guy who hates any motorcycle that looks like it has an insect stinger and a bunch of plastic panels to make it look streamlined that add weight and expense - hence the CAFE RACER style Later I will send example photos of what I am looking for.
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01-15-2019, 05:42 PM	#1
Juanca Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Guatemala Posts: 55	I am still deciding on them hahaha
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01-15-2019, 10:18 PM	#2
sqwert Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 382	If you want bags and can not sew them yourself, these are it.
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01-19-2019, 11:37 PM	#3
NzBrakelathes Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Hell Posts: 2,408	Simple folding dual sport mirrors $19.95 free postage https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F303035219148
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01-20-2019, 05:55 PM	#4
sqwert Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 382	Tako, Yep, the sprocket pictured fits? Yep, you can get one? Yep, you can supply the needed retainers and other hardware? If the price is that high I'd rather you make a few bucks than anyone else. Reasoning for sprocket tooth contents removed because I'm tired of justifying what I've learned over 55 years of 2-wheeler experience. So, if "yep" means good quality, I need the 15t countershaft sprocket, a 53t or 54t wheel sprocket, all the hardware to mount them, and 120 chain links. Can you do a good price on EK SRX or DID VX2 ringed chains? I've had good service from both, usually 25,000+ miles on 15 tooth countershafts sprayed with DeepCreep for a quick clean, then allowed to dry and sprayed with Walmart chain lube to prevent rust. That's all it takes. p.s.; I can cut a chain so a stock link count might be cheaper.
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01-22-2019, 03:44 PM	#9
sqwert Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 382	Well, Scott in Atlanta, better get used to plastic. Seems motorcycles today, are marketed to the children who dream of robotic toys controlled by phones that can count to 1, much smarter than the delinquents themselves, and tend to include 2x4s or funnels for seats. if we are lucky, the delinquents will be prevented from breeding. CSC had a sport bike incorporating the same engine as the RX3, but I don't see on their website any more. They also have a retro model called the San Gabriel built with a 230cc engine about half the power of the RX3 engine. CSC will ship to your door, and overnight parts from and apparently well stocked facility. That might satisfy your aversion to things sharp, creased, and spikey. p.s.: The last street bike I had was a 1975 CB550, highly modified into a touring bike. Best motorcycle I ever rode on pavement, with all the most pleasant compromises possible. Not the fastest, not the lightest, not the least maintenance, but the best all around from mountain 2-lanes to western interstates. If it had hydraulic lifters I'd still have it. Seriously considering another 750 Nighthawk, even if they are pigs.
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