RX3s or Rx4?

[Biker_Andy]

I'm guessing each will be about $1,000 more then the RX3. I like both bikes, funny they felt the need to develop two similar sized engines at the same time. Either would suit my riding better than the RX3.

I look forward to seeing what other Zongshen models these engines appear in.

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by Biker_Andy

I like both bikes, funny they felt the need to develop two similar sized engines at the same time. Either would suit my riding better than the RX3.

My guess is they are testing the market to see which one sells. Don't be surprised if one gets pulled after a year or two or even the RX3.

[Sullybiker]

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

My guess is they are testing the market to see which one sells. Don't be surprised if one gets pulled after a year or two or even the RX3.

I think you're absolutely right, if only for CSC's operational scale.



It makes no sense to have a supply chain for three different ADV bikes. It's a lot of work. That's maintenance procedures and technical manuals x 2 (the RX3 is already completed). RX3S has parts commonality with the RX3, so there's that, but I think CSC will be careful here. The RX4 is an ambitious bike and may turn out to be the better platform long-term.

[Huck369]

I'd pick the RX3s for me, and the riding I do, but I am pretty happy with my Current RX3, so not really looking for another bike right now...

[1cylinderwonder]

[QUOTE=Biker_Andy;291652]I'm guessing each will be about $1,000 more then the RX3.
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If the selling price for the CSC RX3S is going to be $1000 more, that would make the selling price $5195, which is almost the same as the Kawasaki Versys-X 300. I don’t believe the RX3S is equal in value to the X-300 looking at the guarantee, number of dealers, availability of service locations, horsepower, reliability, less frequent maintenance, adjustability, and availability of after market parts and accessories.

Now the RX4 should be, and will be, higher in price due to all the improvements and new design and parts.
And hopefully much better performance.

[Sullybiker]

[QUOTE=1cylinderwonder;291686]

Originally Posted by Biker_Andy

I'm guessing each will be about $1,000 more then the RX3.
[\QUOTE]
If the selling price for the CSC RX3S is going to be $1000 more, that would make the selling price $5195, which is almost the same as the Kawasaki Versys-X 300. I don’t believe the RX3S is equal in value to the X-300 looking at the guarantee, number of dealers, availability of service locations, horsepower, reliability, less frequent maintenance, adjustability, and availability of after market parts and accessories.

Now the RX4 should be, and will be, higher in price due to all the improvements and new design and parts.
And hopefully much better performance.

If you're in the market for an RX3 pattern bike, you don't care about dealers or service locations. This is very clear.



The big competitor in this segment is actually the RE Himalayan, which has really bcome something of a success story in the BS4 derivative.


Horsepower, reliability, and accessories are all unknown at this point. I can tell you whatever method is involved a valve check on a Kawi 300 is an absolute chore.



Don't forget that to get the X-300 to the RX3's basic fit involves a lot more cash.