Broken Center Stand

dave92029 · 04-23-2016, 04:31 PM

Went for a ride this morning, and when I got home I wanted to oil my chain.
Put the Mighty RX3 on the center stand, but the rear tire would not rotate. I then realized that the bike was resting on both front and rear tires and the center stand was broken.
I don't know when or how this happened. Anyone else have a similar experience? Did CSC warranty the broken Center Stand (I bought it with the bike)?

Adjuster · 04-23-2016, 04:37 PM

Didn't someone else have this happen? The center stand caught the edge of a curb or something like that?

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dave92029 · 04-23-2016, 06:04 PM

I already received a response to my email inquiry to Ryan at CSC:

"This is certainly a warranty item. I believe you have the very first version of the center stand. The new stand is not susceptible to this type of failure and now has an assist pedal. I’ll have one out to you promptly. Sorry for the trouble.

Thank you,
Ryan "

dpl096 · 04-23-2016, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dave92029

I already received a response to my email inquiry to Ryan at CSC:

"This is certainly a warranty item. I believe you have the very first version of the center stand. The new stand is not susceptible to this type of failure and now has an assist pedal. I’ll have one out to you promptly. Sorry for the trouble.

Thank you,
Ryan "

What a great response ! I remember a past poster (and he had a bike ordered and later cancelled by CSC!) that railed on and on about the lack of (I believe) support warranty ... Simply NOT the case as we have all discovered in the past year.... WELL DONE RYAN!

SpudRider · 04-24-2016, 02:01 AM

Thanks for reporting another example of excellent customer service from CSC.

rickosuave1987 · 04-25-2016, 03:35 PM

The center stand on my bike just failed as well... I don't think it "broke", but I can see that it flexes a bit when deployed allowing both tires to touch the ground.

I will have to run out to CSC and see about getting it replaced.

pyoungbl · 04-25-2016, 03:43 PM

Where are the stands breaking?

RedHawk47 · 04-25-2016, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by rickosuave1987

The center stand on my bike just failed as well... I don't think it "broke", but I can see that it flexes a bit when deployed allowing both tires to touch the ground.

I will have to run out to CSC and see about getting it replaced.

Is yours an original design stand, or a new design stand with the assist lever?

rickosuave1987 · 04-26-2016, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by RedHawk47

Is yours an original design stand, or a new design stand with the assist lever?

Mine is the original design.

SpudRider · 04-26-2016, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by rickosuave1987

Mine is the original design.

Thanks for letting us know.

I think this is about the 4th or 5th report I have seen regarding a failure of the first generation, CSC center stand. If your center stand fails, I suggest you contact CSC. They have been offering a reduced price for a replacement, 2nd generation, center stand.

fishman10 · 04-26-2016, 09:01 PM

My center stand, (original design) looks an performs as yours, it's useless , since I spent $100 for it an it didn't last 2 months . It just lies on a shelf ,I just couldn't bring myself to spend more. $$$$. On a replacement . It sucks cause it turned lubing the chain into a small chore.

SpudRider · 04-26-2016, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by fishman10

My center stand, (original design) looks an performs as yours, it's useless , since I spent $100 for it an it didn't last 2 months . It just lies on a shelf ,I just couldn't bring myself to spend more. $$$$. On a replacement . It sucks cause it turned lubing the chain into a small chore.

The 2nd generation center stand sells for $129.95, but I think CSC would sell it to you for about $60.00.

Did you see where a new RX3 owner in Philadelphia has reported problems with the Pennsylvania DMV over registering his bike.

I sure the issue will be resolved in his favor, but I can't believe the antics of the DMV in the PRP (People's Republic of Pennsylvania).

http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=16456

fishman10 · 04-26-2016, 09:31 PM

Yes I saw it,, in Pa you can't go to regular mom an pop title an tag shop , They will not issue tags or registration , I've tried several times, But instead a trip to a pa state dmv office , with a vin verification form , signed by a licensed inspection mechanic or state policeman , had always worked , Even on the dreaded pisterpro , that one took 3 tries to get all my ducks in a row.

dave92029 · 04-29-2016, 03:17 PM

This morning I removed the Gen 1 center stand and installed the Gen 2 center stand. The installation actually was very easy. The most important aspect is the orientation of the spring. Hook the back of the spring so that the hook is facing down. This allows the spring to mount on the centerstand easily. If the orientation is reversed (hook facing up) it is very difficult.

I am amazed at how much better this Gen 2 centerstand works. I will probably now use the centerstand much more.

04-23-2016, 06:04 PM	#3
dave92029 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Escondido, CA Posts: 117	CSC works weekends I already received a response to my email inquiry to Ryan at CSC: "This is certainly a warranty item. I believe you have the very first version of the center stand. The new stand is not susceptible to this type of failure and now has an assist pedal. I’ll have one out to you promptly. Sorry for the trouble. Thank you, Ryan " __________________ Dave
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04-24-2016, 02:01 AM	#5
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for reporting another example of excellent customer service from CSC. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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04-26-2016, 09:01 PM	#11
fishman10 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: central PA Posts: 770	My center stand, (original design) looks an performs as yours, it's useless , since I spent $100 for it an it didn't last 2 months . It just lies on a shelf ,I just couldn't bring myself to spend more. $$$$. On a replacement . It sucks cause it turned lubing the chain into a small chore. __________________ 2015 zongshen rx3,,(Sold),,,2016 bashan storm,,2005 Harley ultra classic.
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04-26-2016, 09:31 PM	#13
fishman10 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: central PA Posts: 770	Yes I saw it,, in Pa you can't go to regular mom an pop title an tag shop , They will not issue tags or registration , I've tried several times, But instead a trip to a pa state dmv office , with a vin verification form , signed by a licensed inspection mechanic or state policeman , had always worked , Even on the dreaded pisterpro , that one took 3 tries to get all my ducks in a row. __________________ 2015 zongshen rx3,,(Sold),,,2016 bashan storm,,2005 Harley ultra classic.
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04-29-2016, 03:17 PM	#14
dave92029 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Escondido, CA Posts: 117	Follow up report This morning I removed the Gen 1 center stand and installed the Gen 2 center stand. The installation actually was very easy. The most important aspect is the orientation of the spring. Hook the back of the spring so that the hook is facing down. This allows the spring to mount on the centerstand easily. If the orientation is reversed (hook facing up) it is very difficult. I am amazed at how much better this Gen 2 centerstand works. I will probably now use the centerstand much more. __________________ Dave
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Adjuster Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Deerfield Beach FL Posts: 1,410	Didn't someone else have this happen? The center stand caught the edge of a curb or something like that? /
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04-25-2016, 03:35 PM	#6
rickosuave1987 Join Date: Nov 2015 Posts: 34	The center stand on my bike just failed as well... I don't think it "broke", but I can see that it flexes a bit when deployed allowing both tires to touch the ground. I will have to run out to CSC and see about getting it replaced.
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04-25-2016, 03:43 PM	#7
pyoungbl Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portsmouth, Virginia, USA Posts: 632	Where are the stands breaking?
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