03-02-2016, 07:30 AM | #46 |
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Well...I just want my new bike!!!
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03-02-2016, 12:47 PM | #47 |
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My stock shock absorber was punishing. It jolted my spine riding over imperfect paved surfaces. The Progressive shock absorber is greatly superior to the Chinese shock while riding over all surfaces, either paved, or unpaved. I strongly encourage you to purchase the Progressive shock absorber; it will transform the rear suspension.
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03-02-2016, 12:51 PM | #48 | |
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03-02-2016, 12:53 PM | #49 |
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The last I heard, the RX3 bikes were still in customs. However, if you give Ryan a call, I'm sure he will give you an update regarding the expected delivery date for your bike. I'm sure you will enjoy your Zongshen RX3.
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03-02-2016, 01:49 PM | #51 |
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I recommend you change the fork oil for improved damping. I drained the stock fork oil, and substitued Mobi1 Syntethic ATF, which is equivalent to 10W fork oil. My forks now perform much better.
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03-02-2016, 03:57 PM | #52 | |
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I was beginning to think I was the only one getting punished. I spent days adjusting and testing the settings of the stock rear shock, and it is better now, but not perfect. I ordered the Progressive shock with lighter spring, 450/400. Though I don't know what those numbers mean, but that's what CSC recommended for my weight and riding style. jb
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03-02-2016, 08:18 PM | #53 | |
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03-02-2016, 08:51 PM | #54 |
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would you guys say the stock shock is unfixable? I don't know a lot about suspension so I was assuming a local suspension shop could work some magic on it without completely replacing but I'm guessing it doesn't have the right internals?
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03-02-2016, 11:44 PM | #55 | |
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In contrast, the Progressive shock can be rebuilt, and is available with a choice of springs, which have different load characteristics.
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03-03-2016, 03:48 PM | #56 |
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justinope, I have ridden my RX3 200 miles (all pavement) since I spent all that time "tuning" the rear shock.
I am pleasantly surprised at the improvement of the ride on the rough surfaces. For someone younger and in better physical condition than myself, the ride may be perfectly acceptable. I'm still getting the Progressive shock, but would suggest that you adjust your rear shock to your riding weight and style, and ride a few hundred miles on different road, and off road, surfaces before spending $$$ on another shock. jb
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03-03-2016, 07:26 PM | #58 |
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by the way I got my pre-order in on feb 28th and they're guessing around 3 weeks for me to get mine shipped out. but obviously varies.
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03-03-2016, 07:55 PM | #59 | |
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In any event, I always ride a new motorcycle for several thousand miles before I even consider adding expensive improvements.
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03-08-2016, 07:46 PM | #60 |
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Just got a note today from Steve at CSC - looks like the bikes are being reviewed as a precaution by the EPA for emissions (potentially linked to the Volkswagon debacle):
Dear RX3 Owner: I want to provide an update on the status of your motorcycle. The most recent shipment of RX3 motorcycles, which includes your motorcycle, arrived as scheduled at the Port of Los Angeles on 21 February 2016. Ordinarily, clearing Customs would take 2 to 3 days and the motorcycles would ship to our Azusa facility, and we would then immediately begin shipping motorcycles to you after our pre-delivery and setup activities. We learned last week that this recent shipment of RX3 motorcycles was pulled by the US Environmental Protection Agency for a random inspection. Apparently, the EPA has the right to do this without informing us. The good news is that we are confident the motorcycles are fully compliant with all requirements. The bad news is that the EPA can take up to 30 days to perform the inspections they wish to perform. In our efforts to get the bikes released, we learned that the EPA is doing this with imported cars, motorcycles, and all other products with internal combustion engines. We believe the increased EPA scrutiny is a direct result of the Volkswagen emissions cheating scandal. We are not happy with the situation, but we expect the bikes to be released soon. I’d like to be able to tell you we are doing everything we can to make this happen, but the fact is we can do nothing to accelerate the EPA’s inspections. We are as eager to deliver your motorcycle to you as you are to receive it, and we will start shipping as soon as the bikes are released. I promise to keep you advised on this. Sincerely, Steve Seidner CSC Motorcycles, LLC 1331 W. Foothill Blvd. Azusa, CA 91702 909-445-0900 909-445-0096 Fax
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