Prelude: When we first heard about this bike it was being marketed in Europe by a Russian company called M1NSK, it wasn’t till later that we discovered it’s actually built by Zongshen.
M1NSK is a new manufacturer in the Adventure market with just one model at the moment, a 300cc single that looks like similiar to the current BMW & Triumph 800cc offerings.
The RX3 puts out 24hp pushing a dry weight of 155kg to a max speed of 140km/h, and with 25km/l fuel economy and a 15 litre tank that should give a range of 375km to a tank. The RX3 comes with the luggage as standard.
http://minsk-moto.com/en/enduro/trx-300i.html
Engine
Engine volume (cc) 250
Engine type 1-cylinder, 4-stroke
Cooling Liquid
Engine power (hp/rpm) 26 / 8000
Fuel system Injection
Fuel consumption (l/100 km) 4
Starter Electric
ChassisNumber of gears 6
Front suspension Inverted telescopic
Rear suspension Adjustable monoshock
Front tire/brake 100/R90-18″, disc with hydraulic hand drive
Rear tire/brake 130/R70-17″, disc with hydraulic treadleGeneral information
Length (mm) 2080
Height (mm) 1230
Width (mm) 825
Wheel base (mm) 1420
Ground clearance (mm) 210
Maximum speed (km/h) 140
Seating accommodation 2
Dry weight (kg) 155
Fuel Unleaded
Tank capacity (l) 15Standard features
3 plastic coffers, electromechanical instrument panel, LED display and lighting
It turns out M1NSK isn’t a new manufacturer after all, more a reseller/distributor. The M1NSK TRX300i is actually a rebranded Zongshen RX3, sold under license by M1NSK as the European distributor for Zongshen.
In the UK the bike is also available as the Honley RX3 where it sells for 3700GBP.
Here’s the RX3 on Zongshen’s website.
http://en.zongshenmotor.com/?q=node/892
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/zongshen-rx3-the-baby-adventure-motorcycle/24499.html
The Zongshen RX-3 is currently undergoing US approvals for a US release by The California Scooter Co. The California Scooter Co will be selling the bike as the CSC RX-3 with an introductory price of $2835US, going up to $3495US for the 2nd shipment.
https://rideapart.com/articles/new-3000-adv-motorcycle-yes-please
A demo Zongshen RX-3 landed in NZ last week and is going through NZTA compliance at the moment so it can be tested for NZ roads and whether there is demand for it here.
You can keep an eye on the RX3’s progress in NZ via the importer http://belamoto.nz/
More pics
Any indication of price anywhere?
We’re still working the numbers but at this stage we’re looking at between $5,000 and $6,000. Based on what it’s cost so far to bring the one in it’s at the higher end of the scale once you factor in customs fees, port service charges, agent fees etc. all of which is over and above compliance. Trust me, everyone wants a piece of the pie. That said, we should see cost efficiencies buying bulk which would bring the cost per unit down.
Here’s a walk around video of the Zongshen.
Hi @Belamoto, hows the testing going?
Hi Ed – things are moving slower than we would have liked but on the whole we’re still positive. Had some good feedback from an experienced motorcycle mechanic who said the RX3 seems pretty much on par with Honda in terms of build quality. Our focus now is on sourcing parts and how best to offer service and support. Will post again once we’ve made further progress.
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CSC stands for California Scooter Co and are the American distributor for the Zongshen RX3, which is sold in the USA under the CSC brand.
The Belamoto.nz website appears to have disappeared so the future of the RX3 in NZ appears to be in doubt. Thats a shame as I was looking forward to their being another option in NZ, especially so well priced.
CSC motorcycles police bike
https://youtu.be/EHJLRO4efZY