In the previous part, we highlighted the Sycolon RX6 that has just been mass-produced, in addition to this off-road flagship model, this tasting meeting also arranged a variety of test drive models for media experience, which are mainly test cars close to the mass production state and the latest state mass production cars. For example, Sectron RT2, Zongshen 250X and Senlan ES5, these are not the final mass production status, this test drive event can just collect improvement opinions from the media level.
Let's start with the RC401 in the middleweights.
First of all, compared with other cars equipped with TC401 engines before, not only the power is increased to 33 kilowatts, but the engine runs significantly lighter and the vibration is less. Probably due to the more sporty driving relationship, it feels that the power flashpoint of the RC401 is higher than that of models such as the RG3. Combined with the reduction of the curb weight to 178 kg, the acceleration of the RC401 has been able to make good data.
The wind-fixing wing and shark gill split in the front part of the car are the finishing touches of the RC401, combined with the LED light cluster to highlight the sharp and technologically pleasing sporty appearance.
If you take the analogy of a model that is very familiar to everyone on the market, the sitting position of the RC401 should be relatively close to the GSX250R. Compared with its own sports station wagon RG3, the upper body is sitting in a similar position, and the foot pedal position is slightly more backward. The somatosensory seat is about 790 mm high, and this seat height is clearly designed to cater to more entry-level consumers.
After confirmation by the editor and designers, it is certain that the RC401 adopts a unique upper multi-link rear suspension, and the installation angle of the rear shock absorber is almost parallel to the rocker arm, which is designed to transmit the dynamic feedback of the rear wheel to the driver as sharply as possible.
For SECRON, the large-size TFT color screen instrument that can be screened is already standard in midweight models, and a standard USB power supply interface is provided on the left side of the meter.
Next up was the RC401's sibling, a replacement version of the RX3S, the RX401, which also featured a steel-braided frame and the latest version of the TC401 engine. The replacement of RX401 solves the problem of "handsomeness" that affects the previous generation of RX3S car purchase decisions, and media teachers almost unanimously give a significant improvement in appearance.
The body structure of the RX401 is still born from the RX3S, but the latest generation of TC401 engines has been replaced while changing the design language, and the overall frame, suspension and wheelset parts continue to use the mature parts of the previous generation.
The car continues to improve in terms of color and is not final, such as the chrome trim on the front panels of the fuel tank on both sides of the test drive body will be replaced with a more textured matte silver.
The seat height part has not changed much from the previous model, the body feeling is about 790 mm, and unlike the previous model, the saddle of the RX401 has been changed to a more concise split design, the thickness of the seat cushion and the width of the rear have been slightly increased, the comfort is better and looks more coordinated, and the deeper U-shape of the saddle of the previous model will not appear.
In fact, compared with the characteristics mentioned above, Xiaobian is more concerned about the improvement of RX401 in details. The loudspeaker is a very realistic active safety device, and the redesigned rear sprocket structure is more scientific and lightweight, adding a lot to the texture of the RX401.
Regarding the newly released 2022 RT3, we have already shown its improvements to 21 models in the previous tweet, and we will not repeat it here.
The sales volume of more than 350,000 units of RT, the sales crown of the same level of Jingdong motorcycle category and a large number of export orders have proved its strength.
After watching the Seikolong, let's talk about a more interesting car - Zongshen 250X.
This is another small-displacement forest road car that can be licensed after the Haojue 150NK and the New Honda CRF190L. Compared with the two predecessors, the Zongshen 250X is not only more cost-effective, but also more hardcore in off-road performance.
At a glance, the styling design of Zongshen 250X is not particularly advanced, but the color of the assembly is more bold. It uses a single-cylinder air-cooled PR250 engine with a power figure of 14 kW and 18 Nm, which is at the same level as the Kawasaki KLX230, which entered the country last year. The purely air-cooled version of this engine has already met many riders on the Seclon RA2, with plenty of torque and good running quality.
Compared with pure air-cooled vehicles, the Zongshen 250X has two oil coolers with large heat exchange areas on both sides of the fuel tank, which can better protect the clutch from overheating in the event of frequent use of semi-clutch climbs.
Like the Kawasaki KLX230, the Zongshen 250X is equipped with tube-in-feeder spoke wheels at the front and 18 inches at the rear, front and rear disc brakes, and a closed dual-channel ABS system. The tires are made of road/off-road five-to-five-open far-star tires, although the inner tube wheelset can not be quickly repaired with rubber strips, but it still has the advantages of low tire pressure is not easy to fall off the ring and cost, to know that the price of Zongshen's car (to be announced) should only be around one-third of the Kawasaki KLX230.
Obviously, the performance of this car is not very outstanding, and the appearance is not how eye-catching, but the curb weight and large size wheels as low as 140 kg make it have a relatively strong off-road capability, and the domestic first-line factories mean that there is no need to worry about the price and supply timeliness of vulnerable accessories.
For riders who like to cross the forest road, the emergence of Zongshen 250X gives them a new choice, and it is easier to get the courage to ride to the wild.
Next up is a small car that looks very unusual, Zongshen named it G250R, but in fact the logo on the side of the fuel tank reveals its origin.
Malaguti Maraguti, an Italian brand founded in 1930, the official website says that its motorcycle business in Europe belongs to the KSR Group, and most of the products under the Malaguti brand are small-displacement products produced by the domestic Zongshen Piaggio.
The complete vehicle design of the G250R was completed by KSR and was called the Malaguti DRAKON125 when it was sold in Europe, using the GPR125 engine platform. Obviously, in the face of domestic riders, the strongest 125 on GPR does not meet everyone's requirements for power, so Zongshen installed its own PY250 single-cylinder water-cooled four-valve engine, with a power parameter of 18 kW and 21 Nm.
As a standard street car, the configuration of the power platform, frame and brake system adopts the current more mainstream settings, which should be aimed at the 250-level market segment.
In addition to the Sekelong and Zongshen brands, Senlan, which specializes in new energy vehicles, also brought an electric scooter called ES5 this time. Unlike the "over-standard electric bicycles" on the market and the electric motorcycles based on the transformation of fuel motorcycle platforms, the ES5 is a complete electric motorcycle from the design stage. Powered by a 5 kW mid-mounted motor, it is designed for a maximum speed of 100 km/h and is equipped with a reverse gear function.
The ES5 has three power modes: "Economy", "Comfort" and "Sport". When you choose Sport mode, it offers acceleration that's even comparable to a medium-displacement conventional fuel motorcycle. Of course, all aspects of such a powerful power must be matched, and the Senlan ES5 is equipped with a CBS linkage front and rear dual disc brake system and traction control system, and the front brake with a three-piston caliper is even better than many 250cc fuel motorcycles in terms of actual hand braking efficiency.
When installing three 60 volt 31-hour battery packs, the ES5 has a maximum cruising range of 180 km. If you need space under the cushions for storage, the two sets of batteries that come standard under the pedals still provide an endurance of more than 120 km.
The above is the model that was most impressive in this Zongshen Sai Kelong media tasting meeting and is also the model that Xiaobian is most looking forward to being able to test in detail after listing.
Unfortunately, we are sorry that the experience of each model cannot be covered in a limited time, and many models are still in the trial production stage, and manufacturers will adjust them after collecting improvement suggestions.
If you are also interested in the above models, welcome to leave a comment, Xiaobian will try to bring you a more complete test report after the relevant models are really finalized and mass-produced.