New Zongshen RX3 (ZS250GY-3) Dual Sport

[SpudRider]

In Belarus the Zongshen RX3 is rebadged as the Minsk TRX 300i. However, Zongshen has established an official outlet in Russia. Here is the link to the RX3 homepage at the Zongshen Russia website.

http://zongshen-russia.ru/moto/bike_ZS250GY-3.php

Here are a few photographs of the RX3 from the Zongshen Russia website.









Incidentally, the Zongshen RX3 exported to Russia also has the 15-inch rear wheel. Only in Belarus does the Minsk TRX 300i have a 17-inch rear wheel.

[SpudRider]

Zongshen Russia is also importing the ZS250GS-3A sport bike, which employs the same NC250 engine as the Zongshen RX3. Both bikes feature Delphi EFI technology. Here is a link to the ZS250GS-3A webpage, and two videos of the sport bike posted by Zongshen Russia.

http://zongshen-russia.ru/moto/bike_ZS250GS-3A.php

[SpudRider]

[detours]

Nice tach. I like it better than the RX3, but the LCD looks smaller. Looks like it displays less info.




Don't care for the fairing. Dreamworks might want Toothless back.

[SpudRider]

Welcome; we are glad you joined us.

I agree; I don't care for the fairing on the ZS250GS-3A. Zongshen also manufactures a naked version of this bike, the ZS250GS-3.









You can buy the naked version of the bike in the Ukraine, and China. However, it appears the Russians are only importing the A version, with the fairing.

http://moto-moto.kiev.ua/motocikly/z...zs250gs-3.html

http://www.motorfans.com.cn/bbs/t_17868180.htm

[recracer]

Wow .
I am happy to see Zongshen took over and continue to upgrade the megelli design. I see it now has a linkage rear suspension and the Trellis frame changed. the bennche brand import missed the mark on spring rates and dampening.

[G19Tony]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Welcome; we are glad you joined us.

I agree; I don't care for the fairing on the ZS250GS-3A. Zongshen also manufactures a naked version of this bike, the ZS250GS-3.









You can buy the naked version of the bike in the Ukraine, and China. However, it appears the Russians are only importing the A version, with the fairing.

http://moto-moto.kiev.ua/motocikly/z...zs250gs-3.html

http://www.motorfans.com.cn/bbs/t_17868180.htm

That's a good looking bike. When people in the US, overcome their "Made in China" bias, these bikes will take off. Especially if they are affordable and well made. It's just like the early 70's when the first Japanese cars started showing up. The big three M makers are going to be in for a surprise.

[MotoJ]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Okay, for all you guys (MotoJ) who absolutely need a video fix. Here is a video posted by Derco Motos of Chile; they sell Zongshen motorcycles and Sym (Taiwan) vehicles. The Zongshen RX3 makes an appearance at the 1:00 mark.

Thanks for the fix!

[Weldangrind]

Originally Posted by MotoJ

More pics, reviews, or vids! I need to keep the momentum going on my self-indulgent, un-necessary potential purchase . Just bought a Seat Concepts kit for my KLR250. If I improve it too much I might not need a Zong Cyclone.....

Please start a thread on that in the Other Brands forum. I'd love to see the changes you've made to your KiLleR, as I slowly rebuild mine.

[Weldangrind]

Originally Posted by detours

Don't care for the fairing. Dreamworks might want Toothless back.

[Weldangrind]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

Sharp bike! I'd definitely consider one.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by recracer

Wow .
I am happy to see Zongshen took over and continue to upgrade the megelli design. I see it now has a linkage rear suspension and the Trellis frame changed. the bennche brand import missed the mark on spring rates and dampening.

The Chinese engines and frames have been reliable for a long time, but Chinese suspensions were lacking. Zongshen is now improving the forks, lower shock linkage, and shock absorbers. In addition, Zongshen is improving the quality of the plastic parts.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by G19Tony

That's a good looking bike. When people in the US, overcome their "Made in China" bias, these bikes will take off. Especially if they are affordable and well made. It's just like the early 70's when the first Japanese cars started showing up. The big three M makers are going to be in for a surprise.

I agree. Also, I wouldn't bet against Zuo Zongshen; he is a driven man.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by MotoJ

Thanks for the fix!

You're welcome. ADVMoto is supposed to post a review of the RX3 in the near future. Let's keep a lookout for that review.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Weldangrind

Sharp bike! I'd definitely consider one.

Indeed, I like the appearance of the ZS250GS-3 naked bike. However, I don't care for the 'Toothless A' version.







However, I much prefer the utility of the RX3 to a sport motorcycle.