RX 3 lost mirror reflector

[Tiger12XC]

Originally Posted by Danimal

Dood. Where in the hell do you think I got the idea?

It looks great Dan, I am always hesitant of posting crazy things I do for fear of someone saying "YOU SCREWED YOUR BIKE UP MAN!"

[keithmaine]

I don't think that will happen here on this forum

[Tiger12XC]

I agree a very good group of helpful people here.

[Danimal]

Someone on SVRider recently asked me what original components were on my SV after over 200,000 miles of travel.
It was then I realized the true depth of my farkling/changing/improving disease.
The main chassis
The handlebar controls
The wiring harness (mostly)
Throttle bodies and airbox

And that's pretty much it. Everything else is changed.
And I'm not done. Plans for building spoked wheels are in the works. Not easy because I am running GSXR wheels and suspension.
Just am tired of replacing bent up GSXR wheels (light as hell...cannot take a good hit)

So farkle on Garth

[Tiger12XC]

Originally Posted by Danimal

Someone on SVRider recently asked me what original components were on my SV after over 200,000 miles of travel.
It was then I realized the true depth of my farkling/changing/improving disease.
The main chassis
The handlebar controls
The wiring harness (mostly)
Throttle bodies and airbox

And that's pretty much it. Everything else is changed.
And I'm not done. Plans for building spoked wheels are in the works. Not easy because I am running GSXR wheels and suspension.
Just am tired of replacing bent up GSXR wheels (light as hell...cannot take a good hit)

So farkle on Garth

Its not bad with one RX3 but we have two. My wife goes around now saying are you just going to farkle yourself or are you going to farkle me too? Its getting expensive now I must say. But man do I love to farkle hers.

[Danimal]

If you need help farkling her, I'm willing to assist.

[Tiger12XC]

Originally Posted by Danimal

If you need help farkling her, I'm willing to assist.

[SpudRider]

For maximum enjoyment, you really do need to accessorize a motorcycle. However, it does take time and money to do so. Fortunatley, the Zongshen RX3 is loaded with stock equipment at a very modest price. Therefore, I don't need to spend as much time, and money, accessorizing the RX3, and I can spend more time riding the bike, and enjoying it.

[keithmaine]

You guys are just too much fun.

[jbfla]

Originally Posted by Danimal

Someone on SVRider recently asked me what original components were on my SV after over 200,000 miles of travel. ....

Dan, I had an naked '07 SV for a few years. Great fun.

How long did the original engine last before a rebuild? ...or did it last the entire 200,000.....

Jb

[woodlandsprite]

Here I go, talking about balls again...
Tiger & Dan: what size mounting ball is the correct one? I've been thinking about upgrading my mirrors at some point as well

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

Here I go, talking about balls again...
Tiger & Dan: what size mounting ball is the bore the one? I've been thinking about upgrading my mirrors at some point as well

Sprite, I'm starting to see a pattern develop here.

The RAM ball is one inch in diameter, as is the ball on the end of the Doubletake mirror.

[woodlandsprite]

I guess the better question would be which thread option did you go with? There is the 'bmw' size and the 'other bikes' size

[Danimal]

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

Here I go, talking about balls again...
Tiger & Dan: what size mounting ball is the correct one? I've been thinking about upgrading my mirrors at some point as well

Just buy the kit from the company linked. They include the balls and arms, and are cheaper as a kit than buying alone.
M10 x 1.25 thread is what fits our perches.

[Danimal]

Originally Posted by jbfla

Dan, I had an naked '07 SV for a few years. Great fun.

How long did the original engine last before a rebuild? ...or did it last the entire 200,000.....

Jb

Stock '03 motor was swapped out for a '06 motor at 113,000.
Worn valve guides had me adding a quart every 1k or so. Motor was still running.
This motor is starting to burn a little oil. Worn piston/rings I suspect by symptoms. Still running very strong. She has been highly modified for comfort handling and touring.