Watch The CSC RX3 Tackle China's Toughest Terrain
We were pleasantly surprised with the CSC RX3, a 250cc adventure bike, when we tested one back in December of 2014. Considering its modest displacement – and the fact it’s made by Zongshen in China – we weren’t sure what to make of the bike initially, but it’s changing the way we think about Chinese motorcycles. Joe Berk, a consultant to CSC, the North American Zongshen/CSC importer, is a diehard believer in the RX3, touting his numerous trips across China as proof of the bike’s ruggedness.
Now, he’s sent us this video. Made by the folks at Zongshen, it highlights a recent excursion a group of RX3 riders, including Berk, embarked on throughout China. After watching it, I think I’ll add China to the list of destinations I want to see on two wheels. Enjoy.
Troy's been riding motorcycles and writing about them since 2006, getting his start at Rider Magazine. From there, he moved to Sport Rider Magazine before finally landing at Motorcycle.com in 2011. A lifelong gearhead who didn't fully immerse himself in motorcycles until his teenage years, Troy's interests have always been in technology, performance, and going fast. Naturally, racing was the perfect avenue to combine all three. Troy has been racing nearly as long as he's been riding and has competed at the AMA national level. He's also won multiple club races throughout the country, culminating in a Utah Sport Bike Association championship in 2011. He has been invited as a guest instructor for the Yamaha Champions Riding School, and when he's not out riding, he's either wrenching on bikes or watching MotoGP.
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Cool video!
Amazing how the love of motorcycles can bridge any gap - language, cultural, you name it. Would love to show that gang some of my trails.
I like the concept of a super cheap street legal dirt bike but I think the RX3 sales are going to plummet after the round of 2017 small displacement ADV bikes are available. More power on a brand you've actually heard of for ~$1,000 more.