12-30-2015, 02:05 AM | #1 |
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Actual seat height for RX3?
I was doing some more research on the bike and it looks like the last question i have is what the actual seat height is. A lot of sources seem to quote 31.3" but that was when there was a 15" wheel still coming standard. Now with the standard 17" rear, I'm wondering if the seat height has gone up much higher. Also curious how much more a 19" front would raise it.
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12-30-2015, 08:06 AM | #2 |
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Also interested in this info as I haven't decided to buy yet.
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12-30-2015, 09:59 AM | #3 |
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The seat height is 31.3 inches. The 17-inch rear wheel and tire is actually very slightly smaller in diameter than the Asian-configuration 15-inch diameter wheel and tire due to the 17-inch rear tire's smaller sidewall.
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12-30-2015, 01:56 PM | #4 |
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thanks!
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12-30-2015, 05:41 PM | #5 |
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I measured the seat height on my RX3 with a level across the seat at its lowest point.
It was 32". jb
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12-30-2015, 06:29 PM | #6 |
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I didn't reply earlier because I knew someone had actually measured the saddle height. Thanks for checking in, JB.
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12-31-2015, 02:40 PM | #7 | |
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I have installed a lowering link, but haven't measured the actual new height. I'm away from home for the holidays. Will be able to measure again next week. The rider "sag" is only 3/4" (180#). I think I need to play with the rear shock preload when I have the bike apart for the valve check. That may affect the seat height. jb
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12-31-2015, 02:50 PM | #8 |
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I haven't measured the saddle height on my bike, because it doesn't cause me any problems. After you adjust the spring preload on the shock, it will affect saddle height.
I think someone else here has measured the saddle height, both with the stock saddle, and one of the aftermarket saddles.
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02-07-2016, 07:17 PM | #10 |
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Seat Concepts Narrow Seat
Does anyone have any experience with how much additional reach would be provided with the Seat Concepts Narrow seat? Ordered one and I have a 29" inseam - hoping it will do the trick as 32" standard will be tough for me to get the balls of my feet down.
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02-07-2016, 07:26 PM | #11 |
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I have a TMEC 200 and my seat is 33.5". I am 5'7" and about 30" inseam, and can get both feet down, although not completely flat-footed. Granted the CSC bike might be a little larger, but I am guessing the RX3 will be fine for you.
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I think she may have some good input for you, Dualsport. |
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02-07-2016, 08:33 PM | #13 |
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Thank you Jay - Woodland Sprite is a former TWF (TwoWheelFemales) member - we were on the forum together for several years prior to it shutting down this past summer. Will be great to get her impressions of the bike!
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02-07-2016, 09:49 PM | #14 | |
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I didn't find it any lower than the stock seat...but maybe more comfortable....but they have had it so long, I have forgotten what it felt like. jb
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02-07-2016, 10:51 PM | #15 |
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Not sure the narrow seat will help much. Detours has one and he was kind enough to let me test sit on his motorcycle. I didn't notice much if any difference. I have the lowering link, a shaved down stock seat, and a 29" inseam...can barely get the balls of my feet on the ground.
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