04-09-2010, 11:23 PM | #1 |
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Zong Before & After Photos: 3 Photos Spanning 1 Year
I went for a ride today, and visited one of my favorite, local mountains. After taking a few photos, I decided it was time once again to compare before and after pictures of my Zong. The first photograph was taken in late spring, 2009, when the mountains were green.
The second photograph was taken in late fall, 2009, as Idaho prepared for another Winter. The final photograph was taken this afternoon, in early spring, 2010, as the lengthening days slowly cause the winter snows to recede. EDIT Today, on March 21, 2012, I added this photograph of my Zong in its current configuration. Spud
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04-09-2010, 11:35 PM | #2 |
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That's quite a transformation, although it doesn't show the original rear wheel. Nice machine (he said, enviously).
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04-09-2010, 11:48 PM | #3 | |
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It appears we had a little more snow this winter, than last. Spud
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04-09-2010, 11:56 PM | #4 |
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Global Warming. :roll:
Beautiful pics Spud. The Great American Northwest has never looked finer.
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04-10-2010, 12:01 AM | #5 | |
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04-10-2010, 12:06 AM | #6 |
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Wow! Awesome pics! Love the transformation, the Zong looks ready for anything now!
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04-10-2010, 12:12 AM | #7 |
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Spud do you have a spot marked to place the bike every time or are you using gps to locate it in the same place every picture ? i always liked the zong looks , but i have to say your mods have added to the joy of looking at it . i'd bet from a ride point of view , made it at least twice the bike it was , oe setup
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04-10-2010, 12:29 AM | #8 | |
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I don't mark the location, or use a GPS receiver to locate my Zong at the same spot for these photographs. I just remember the beautiful view, and the correct turn in the gravel road! Here is another photo I took today from the same location, looking to the opposite side of the road. Spud
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11-16-2010, 01:03 PM | #10 |
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As you can see in the photographs above, I have made extensive modifications to my Zongshen 200GY-2 motorcycle. Making an effort to inform potential Zong buyers of the differences between my motorcycle, and the stock, Zongshen motorcycle, I have compiled a partial list of the modifications I have made to my Zong.
Zongshen 200GY-2 Mods: Yamaha XT225 swingarm, XT225 shock absorber, XT225 progressive shock linkage, XT225 rear wheel, Roketa DB-07A front wheel, XT225 exhaust header, FMF Universal Spark Arrestor, Clarke, XT225 fuel tank, Polisport front fender, Ricochet skid plate, left crankcase cover mod, DRC Edge-2 tail light, H4, halogen headlight, LED turn signals & indicator lights, et cetera. If you wish to learn more about my bike's modifications, along with technical information concerning servicing and repairing the Zongshen 200GY-2 motorcycle, you might enjoy reading the threads contained in the Zongshen Sierra 200GY-2 Modifications & Maintenance sticky, located at the top of the Dual Sport Forum. http://chinariders.net/modules.php?n...ewtopic&t=8673 Spud
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11-16-2010, 10:47 PM | #11 |
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Spud,
What's next for the Zong?
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11-16-2010, 11:12 PM | #12 | |
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I just installed a KMC 428UO, O-ring drive chain. I am very impressed with the quality of this drive chain, and I am interested to see how long it lasts. How are your 18-inch SpudWheel, and your new, Shinko 244 tires working for you, Alan? P.S. My Zong's odometer has now recorded 39,500 miles. Spud
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11-17-2010, 12:10 AM | #13 |
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I have made a few additional changes to my Zong since the last photographs posted on this thread. Therefore, I present some more photos of my Zong as it was configured, in October of 2010.
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11-17-2010, 01:02 AM | #14 |
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Amazing longevity Spud. A testament to your maintenence and the Zong's quality. I wonder what the record is? Q's up to all of 3,800 miles. Not bad for one year and a guy who has a butt load of bikes though I suppose.
I get about 10,000 motorcycle miles a year in so I can't complain.
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11-17-2010, 01:49 AM | #15 |
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What has drawn you to high rise Pro Taper ATV bars Spud?
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