New Member from Philippines

Terrahelix · 10-21-2015, 10:21 AM

Hello from the the land of typhoons and great food!! I'm an older American living in a suburb of Manila with my lovely filipina wife. We currently have 2 bikes (Mine--Yamaha YBR 125G, My Wife--Kymco Visa-R 110cc) I'm looking into purchasing a Zongshen RX3 (Here it's called a Motorstar Z250R)

I'd like to compliment everyone on amount of helpful information I've read thus far. Here in the Philippines we get the carb version of the RX3, I'm not to thrilled about that plus the lack of parts and the lack of knowledgeable service personnel is worrisome as well. However after reading numerous threads here I've gained a little confidence.

My background is definitely not mechanical, I'm a retired Computer Programmer who finds screwdrivers puzzling.....lol

Anyway, I'm happy to be aboard and look forward to all your advice, Cheers.

Weldangrind · 10-21-2015, 11:03 AM

Welcome!

As a retired programmer, you're going to have to get used to hardware problems.

I would be happy with a carb'd version of the RX3; FI is wonderful for many reasons, but a carb will certainly get the job done.

I'd love to see pics of your bikes, if you have time.

wheelbender6 · 10-21-2015, 08:48 PM

Welcome to the forum. I haven't been to the Philippines since 1989. There's nowhere like the PI!

AZRider · 10-21-2015, 10:49 PM

Welcome to the party and don't worry about mechanics. We have the best advice and only a click away.

SpudRider · 10-22-2015, 12:54 AM

Welcome; we are glad you joined us.

We appreciate the variety of experience and fellowship we gain from our international membership at these forums.

Terrahelix · 10-22-2015, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Welcome!

As a retired programmer, you're going to have to get used to hardware problems.

I would be happy with a carb'd version of the RX3; FI is wonderful for many reasons, but a carb will certainly get the job done.

I'd love to see pics of your bikes, if you have time.

As Requested here are photos of my 2014 Yamaha YBR 125G

I bought this bike last year and have nothing but great things to say about it. It's a fuel injected 125cc motor, 5-speed transmission and great fun to zip around town. I love the retro look......cheers

Here's a picture of my wife on her bike.......a Kymco Visa-R, 110cc scooter.

Weldangrind · 10-22-2015, 11:17 AM

The photos didn't load for me.

Adjuster · 10-22-2015, 01:57 PM

I saw the photos yesterday, something must have went haywire.

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Weldangrind · 10-23-2015, 12:49 AM

I can see the pics now. I really like the headlight shroud design, the five spoke rims and the low exhaust. Cool bike!

The Kymco looks good with big wheels; I bet it's easy to ride. Your lovely wife seems happy with it.

SpudRider · 10-23-2015, 01:23 AM

The YBR 125G is a nice little motorcycle. Thanks for posting the photos.

10-21-2015, 10:21 AM	#1
Terrahelix Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Imus, Philippines Posts: 13	New Member from Philippines Hello from the the land of typhoons and great food!! I'm an older American living in a suburb of Manila with my lovely filipina wife. We currently have 2 bikes (Mine--Yamaha YBR 125G, My Wife--Kymco Visa-R 110cc) I'm looking into purchasing a Zongshen RX3 (Here it's called a Motorstar Z250R) I'd like to compliment everyone on amount of helpful information I've read thus far. Here in the Philippines we get the carb version of the RX3, I'm not to thrilled about that plus the lack of parts and the lack of knowledgeable service personnel is worrisome as well. However after reading numerous threads here I've gained a little confidence. My background is definitely not mechanical, I'm a retired Computer Programmer who finds screwdrivers puzzling.....lol Anyway, I'm happy to be aboard and look forward to all your advice, Cheers.
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10-21-2015, 11:03 AM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Welcome! As a retired programmer, you're going to have to get used to hardware problems. I would be happy with a carb'd version of the RX3; FI is wonderful for many reasons, but a carb will certainly get the job done. I'd love to see pics of your bikes, if you have time. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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10-21-2015, 08:48 PM	#3
wheelbender6 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Houston area Posts: 1,902	Welcome to the forum. I haven't been to the Philippines since 1989. There's nowhere like the PI! __________________ "Its not WHAT you ride; its THAT you ride"
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AZRider Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 267	Welcome to the party and don't worry about mechanics. We have the best advice and only a click away. __________________ George 2016 CanAm Spyder F3-L
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10-22-2015, 12:54 AM	#5
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Welcome; we are glad you joined us. We appreciate the variety of experience and fellowship we gain from our international membership at these forums. __________________ 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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10-22-2015, 11:17 AM	#7
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	The photos didn't load for me. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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10-22-2015, 01:57 PM	#8
Adjuster Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Deerfield Beach FL Posts: 1,410	I saw the photos yesterday, something must have went haywire. /
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10-23-2015, 12:49 AM	#9
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I can see the pics now. I really like the headlight shroud design, the five spoke rims and the low exhaust. Cool bike! The Kymco looks good with big wheels; I bet it's easy to ride. Your lovely wife seems happy with it. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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10-23-2015, 01:23 AM	#10
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	The YBR 125G is a nice little motorcycle. Thanks for posting the photos. __________________ 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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