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04-09-2009, 04:46 PM | #1 |
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Hello From East'ern WA
Just picked up my Zongshen Sierra 200c, seems like a nice bike for the price. Look forward to learning alot about this Chines bike, first one I have owned, did not have a lot of confidence in it before I bought, but once I saw it in person, changed my mind. First thing I would like to do is get some knoby tires for it, I saw someone posted the "Kingstone 130/90" fit it or something, but have had no luck finding any. Where might I find it ? Also, what engine mod's have you guys done for more HP ?
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04-09-2009, 05:13 PM | #2 |
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Hi there!
I'm in the Tri-Cities, where are you? For your tires check out the Dual Sport forum. I believe SpudRider has researched this topic. He has a Zong and is very knowledgable.
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04-09-2009, 06:14 PM | #4 |
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Boy, do we have it good here or what! Someday maybe we can meet for a ride and share local 'trail knowledge'.
Bill
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04-09-2009, 07:11 PM | #5 | |
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The Kingstone DOT knobby tires are currently on backorder. I have been told that they are coming soon, but the slow boat from China must be going in reverse! :roll: After the tires arrive you can get them from Zongshen America or any Zongshen dealer. I will post the information in the dual sport forum as soon as I learn the tires are actually here. I haven't done any engine modifications for increased horsepower, but I would definitely recommend doing the left crankcase cover mod and the frame mod to gain better access to the air filter. If you are at lower elevation you might want to lower the C-clip one notch on the carburetor's jet needle. Head on over to the dual sport forum and read the stickies at the top of the page. Also, do a search for "zongshen sierra," and you will find a lot of information! Once again, welcome! Spud
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04-09-2009, 08:10 PM | #6 |
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when i get them ill post , and shout and do a backflip and,and, anyhow soon i should have them you guys will be first to know
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I think that if I had a Zong with the 15" rear wheel I'd see how much it would cost to have an 18" rim laced up to the stock hub. That would affect the geometry though, and might alter the handling (quicken it).
What size is the front rim?
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I have to ask; where did you get the bike for that price? If you prefer, we can discuss the matter by personal message. Yes, I think a rear wheel conversion would be a fun project; I am about to do one, myself. However, I am still going to stock up on the 130/90-15 DOT knobby tires when they finally arrive. :roll: I have about 9,000 miles on the front tire, which is a Kingstone size 100/90-18. It looks almost brand new! The Kingstone 130/90-15 knobby tire in the rear is also a good tire. However, I would have preferred to replace it after 7,000 miles; it is still on the bike after 9,000 miles. :roll: Like many others, I await the arrival of the proverbial "slow boat from China." :roll: Nevertheless, I expected issues such as this when I made the careful decision to purchase a Chinese motorcycle. I paid $950 for my new, in-the-crate Zong 200GY-2. At that price I still consider it an exceptional value. Take good care of this bike, and it will serve you well. I have ridden mine for 9,500 miles, and I intend to keep it. Please post photos when you begin/finish your custom paint job. Spud
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Welcome. If you're keen on spannering there's a workshop service manual available for download here (size 36Mb PDF file):
http://www.mychinamoto.com/forums/sh...=sierra+manual It's for a European version, but it just differes in a couple of emissions specs and maybe some carburettor settings. The rest will apply.
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04-13-2009, 01:46 AM | #12 |
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There is Zong Dealer in Naches, WA. I am waiting for an order also.
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