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04-21-2015, 02:50 PM | #3017 |
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First fill up.
2.685 gallons at 161.0 miles = 59.96mpg 75% highways 55-65mph 50% 2 up Flashing Empty on gauge at 143.3 miles. Based on this I think an extra 50 miles range once Empty flashes without any issues. and almost double to full empty but with fuel pump overheating issues.
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04-21-2015, 03:10 PM | #3018 |
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Fuel pump overheating issues? Care to explain?
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04-21-2015, 03:22 PM | #3019 |
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Fuel pumps need to be immersed in fuel to not overheat and fail.
Total volume of fuel tank is not useable without damaging fuel pump. So 4.2 gallon tank ~3.3 useable volume ~2.5 till Empty flashes So when the idiot light starts flashing then you still have about 40% total volume of fuel in the tank. A carbureted bike has the advantage here. It can use 99.9% of its fuel before there is any issue. At 100% it stops running. I guess I will have to drain tank and use scope while adding fuel to find actual volume that immerses pump completely.
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04-21-2015, 04:49 PM | #3020 |
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I kinda doubt engineers would expect 25% of fuel capacity would be necessary just to keep the fuel pump cool. One reason I jumped on the Cyclone was its tank capacity as I do not like risking the hazards of extra cans and bottles, pouring, filtering, etc. If the stock fuel pump precludes using most of that capacity I'll simply install an inline aftermarket pump and be done with it, but I won't be happy.
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04-21-2015, 08:26 PM | #3023 |
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I got my tag today for the RX3. The lady behind the counter struggled a bit trying to find the information for it, but luckily the packet Sara sent from CSC contained everything that she needed. In and out within 10 minutes with my new tag! Now I just wish I had the bike! LOL
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04-21-2015, 11:14 PM | #3024 |
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I've had my RX-3 for a couple of days now and have completed its first oil change. I was planning a local off-road trip and it occurred to me that I had not seen anything about the exhaust having a spark arrestor. Can anyone shed some light on whether this bike is legal for off-road?
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Anywho, I've done a little surfing and found matched sets of real street tires to fit the stock 17 and 18-inch wheels. You can find that info here. I do plan to wear out the stock tires before changing to street tires, and eventually have two sets of wheels and tires to swap out. Not much available in motorcycle tires that don't fit Harleys or sport bikes around here, so I tend to order tires before they are a crisis issue.
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04-22-2015, 01:49 AM | #3026 |
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I have run my Yamaha XT660 down to the last few liters
a few times... I did have to replace a dead pump at 40,000km.. $800 for the pump unit from Mr Yamaha or $30 for just the pump of E-bay.... guess what one I put in... going to get a spare just in case... .
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04-22-2015, 02:26 AM | #3027 |
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I spent the better part of Tuesday assembling my Zongshen RX3, registering the bike at the DMV, getting a license plate, and buying insurance. I finally went for a forty-mile ride on pavement, and the bike performed very well.
The U.S. Delphi EFI system performed smoothly, without any flaws. The 6-speed transmission is very smooth, and trouble-free. The bike has a nice clutch, and the 14T/44T sprocket combination is ideally geared for the pavement. The Siemens digital display and analog tachometer are excellent; I really like the gear indicator. The exhaust is quiet, but it has a nice throaty sound. Both brakes performed well, as did the suspension. I road a bit on the interstate highway, and the windshield did a very good job isolating me from the wind. It was a short ride, but I found the seat comfortable. I also like the upright riding position. The bike feels light and is easy to control during low speed maneuvers. The NC250/ZS177MM engine makes good power for a 250cc engine. The LED turn signals and tail light are very nice. The switchgear is also very nice. The Zongshen RX3 is a lot of fun to ride. I like the saddle, but I dislike the seat cover; it is not very durable. I am going to cover the saddle with some stronger fabric. The headlight casts a nice pattern, but the 35W/35 bulb is too dim. I plan to install a 55W/60 bulb tomorrow, but I have already ordered the upgraded LED headlight. I didn't take any photographs today. However, I am going to test the stock tires and suspension with some off road riding tomorrow, and I will take some photos at that time.
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04-22-2015, 02:42 AM | #3029 | |
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04-22-2015, 03:08 AM | #3030 |
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Thank you, Kat.
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