The new CSC RX4 is here, and they are moving out quickly from the CSC plant in Azusa, California. CSC Motorcycles is offering two colors on the new RX4, as shown in the photo above Steve Seidner recently sent to me. One is a vibrant yellow and the other is a deep, rich blue. I like them. If I had to pick one, I’d go with the yellow. Yellow just seems to work on ADV bike. There are a number of changes incorporated on the new RX4 motorcycles, as outlined in the CSC mailer below. The big ones are the spoked tubeless wheels, the new TFT dash, and a tire pressure monitoring system.
We tested the RX4 extensively when it first came to America and published a comparison between it, the CSC RX3, and the Kawasasaki KLR 650. You can see those reports here. I may well have been the first American to ever ride an RX4 when I was in China visiting the Zongshen factory not that long ago. I rode the prototype (literally a 450cc engine in an RX3), and on a subsequent visit, one of the early preproduction models.
I love traveling to China, and I particularly like visiting the Zongshen plant and Chongqing. It’s a city most folks haven’t heard of here in the US, even though at 34 million inhabitants it is one of the largest cities on the planet. With that, here’s the info from CSC Motorcycles:
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The new 2021 CSC RX4 is the motorcycle ADV riders have been waiting for. Powerful. Economical. Modern. The RX4 is an all-around versatile motorcycle that is perfect for real-world riding – including highway cruising, adventure touring, or simply commuting to work economically.
The 450cc single-cylinder, 4-valve, overhead cam, counter-balanced engine produces 40.2 horsepower and achieves a top speed over 95 miles per hour. The RX4 is water-cooled and equipped with Delphi fuel injection and electric start. The bike features a six-speed transmission.
The new RX4 includes an adjustable windscreen, comfortable touring seat and foot pegs with removable rubber inserts. The RX4 features an all digital TFT Display Gauges: dash with digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, neutral light, temperature gauge, clock, turn signal and high beam indicators, and Bluetooth connectivity for caller ID. Above the dash there are USB and 12-volt charging outlets included as standard equipment.
The new CSC RX4 includes a 300-watt alternator to power accessories with two prewired outlets under the seat.
The RX4 features LED turn signals and brake light plus LED day-time running lights. The headlamps are controlled by an automatic light sensor. The RX4 has a standard 5.3-gallon gas tank with locking cap. With fuel consumption exceeding 60 miles per gallon, the RX4 has an honest range approaching 300 miles.
The CSC RX4 is outfitted with spoked wheels, black anodized aluminum rims and 80/20 tubeless tires.
The RX4 comes standard with molded side cases, mounting racks and a TALL rear top box – which is large enough for a full-face helmet. Or RX4 owners can select the OPTIONAL package of Tourfella aluminum side cases and rear top box, all with custom side pannier and rear mounting racks.
The CSC RX4 is an unmatched value in the adventure motorcycle category. The powerful and economical 450cc motor is paired with a huge list of standard features that cannot be duplicated elsewhere.
CSC RX4 Standard Features:
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- 450cc liquid-cooled engine, 4-valve, overhead cam, with counter-balancer.
- Long maintenance intervals (5,000-mile valve adjustment) and easy repairs backed by a full Owner’s Manual and online service tutorials.
- US Delphi EFI system.
- 6-speed transmission.
- Stainless steel twin pipe exhaust.
- 5.3-gallon fuel tank with locking gas cap keyed to ignition.
- All Digital TFT Display Gauges: dash with digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, neutral light, temperature gauge, clock, turn signal and high beam indicators.
- Adjustable windshield.
- 12-volt and USB charging outlets on dash.
- LED turn signals and brake light.
- Dual-flash hazard lights.
- 3D Anti-fog headlamp with LED day-time running light. Low light sensor with handlebar switch controls.
- 300-watt alternator.
- Automotive-type waterproof connectors under the seat. An optional handlebar-switch for accessory outlets is available.
- Adjustable inverted front forks with anodized finish. Fork lock keyed to ignition.
- Adjustable rear shock absorber.
- Large diameter dual front and single rear disk brakes with ABS.
- Front 110/80-19 spoked wheel with tubeless dual sport tire, black aluminum rim.
- Rear 150/70-17 spoked wheel with tubeless dual sport tire, black aluminum rim.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System {TPMS}.
- Front and rear mud guards, with added rear lower mud guard.
- Steel engine skid plate. An optional full coverage aluminum skid plate upgrade is available.
- Frame-mounted engine guards.
- Comes standard with molded luggage. An upgraded aluminum luggage package is available.
- Wide foot pegs with removable rubber inserts.
- Passenger foot pegs and grab rails.
- Tapered aluminum handlebars with bar-end weights.
- Dual rear view mirrors.
- Ergonomic rider and passenger seat.
- Available Colors: Fire Yellow or Saphire Blue.
- The RX4 is covered by a ONE YEAR unlimited mileage warranty.
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If you’re a serious international adventure rider, the RX4 is one of the best motorcycles available. I believe it is one of the six best motorcycles you can take into Baja if you are seeking a great bike at a super price. You can read more about the new RX4 on the CSC blog.
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A dual sport/adventure tourer with spoked tubeless wheels for less than $5000! Come on CSC, make some big noise about that. If you just say tubeless tires a lot of people will miss that; emphasize that the wheels are tubeless.
When Moto Guzzi introduced the V85TT the biggest complaint was that the wheel were not tubeless; they finally made them tubeless this year. The CSC RX4 has everyone in their class, and more, beaten.
Careful, Dan. People on Facebook will accuse you of being a hack. Guys like me…I know better. I’ve long felt the CSC bikes are the best deals in adventure touring motorcycles.
Awesome but who is that test rider?
I don’t know but he looks highly dignified, just look at that pose. He’s suitable for a place on Mount Rushmore.
Rushmore. I like that.
Most interesting man in the world I’d say 🙂
Everyone knows Caspian Blue is the fastest color and that Sapphire blue is ALMOST Caspian Blue like my Tiger 1050. The feature list leaves out the Yoo-Hoo capacity of the panniers again….damn…that effects actual range for me…..