Zongshen CSC Cyclone RX-3 2015, Dare to Compare

Zongshen Motorcycle is a two-wheeler manufacturer from China who managed to get out of the skewed perception of the value of a quality product. One product that is able to penetrate the American market is Zongshen RX3.

Not marketed by Zongshen Motorcycle itself, RX3 motorcycle adventure manifold is in-rebranding by a local company called California Scooter Company (CSC), California. In the United States, under the auspices of the CSC - RX3 be renamed CSC brand Cyclone RX-3.

CSC 2015 Cyclone RX-3 is an alternative adventure motorcycle 250cc engine which in fact able to compete in the American market. Not only because gahar appearance, but also because of the proven reliability of the engine.

Some kind of motor row of Japanese manufacturers even have to recognize the benefits of motor performance 'China' this. Not only able to excel in the technical data, even the facts speak price Cyclone RX-3 is more affordable.

Call it the Honda CRF250L and Yamaha XT250 which according to the results of comparative technical data by advpulse.com dwell in power 20.0 hp and 17.5 hp with a torque of 14.2 Nm and 13.7 Nm. While Cyclone RX-3 itself generate power of 24.8 hp with a torque of 16.5 Nm. The comparative results obtained on the basis of the type of machine and cubication similar.

Cyclone 249.7cc engine equipped with a 250cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that can generate power of 24.8 hp and torque of 22.4 Nm. Supported with 6-speed manual transmission, inverted telescopic front fork and wheel motors typical iron barred offroad track.

Diadu, not only win in terms of performance, Cyclone RX-3 in fact have a cheaper price tag than two products from Japanese manufacturers above. CSC Cyclone latest RX-3 (2015), which is marketed in the US sold for US $ 3,495.

While the two competitors from Japan, respectively for the latest variant (2015) was priced at US $ 4,999 and US $ 5,099.

CSC also even provide some additional accessory that is very useful to support the touring trip consumers. Some accessories are offered, among others:

     Top case and panniers greater Tourfella aluminum.
     Dash-mounted accessory 12V power outlet.
     Heated grips.
     Tinted windshield.
     Magnetic tank bag.
     Stand middle.
     Three different kits spotlight.
     Engine oil change service package.

Here are the specs CSC Cyclone RX-3 2015:

     Horsepower: 24.8 @ 9000 rpm (claimed at the crank)
     Torque: 16.6 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm (claimed)
     Engine Capacity: 249.7cc
     Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4 valve single-cylinder with balance shafts
     Bore x Stroke: 77mm x 53.6mm
     Compression: 11.5: 1
     Fuel System: Delphi EFI
     Transmission: 6-speed
     Final Drive: Chain
     Frame: 2mm thick steel polygonal
     Front Suspension: 37mm inverted fork, 5.1 inches of travel
     Rear Suspension: Preload adjustable monoshock, 5.6 inches of travel
     Front Brake: Twin-piston caliper, 262mm single disc
     Rear Brake: Twin-piston caliper, 258mm single disc
     Front Tire: 100 / 90-18
     Rear Tire: 130 / 90-15
     Seat Height: 31.3 inches
     Wheelbase: 55.1 inches
     Rake / Trail: 27 ° / 4:58 inches
     Curb Weight: 386 lbs
     Fuel Capacity: 4.2 gal
     Colors: Orange, Blue, White, Red