Touring Motorcycles
2016California Scooter RX-3
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The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 is a touring-focused scooter designed for comfortable commuting and casual weekend rides. Powered by a 24.8 HP single-cylinder four-stroke engine with a balancer shaft for smooth operation, it offers stable handling and a top speed of 135 km/h. Its spacious hard saddlebags and top box make it ideal for riders seeking practical storage and everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 175.1 kg
- Seat height
- 795 mm
- Power
- 24.8 HP (18.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a budget-friendly, lightweight touring machine for riders who want to cover distance without the cost or bulk of a big-displacement tourer.
- Built for
- A humble, single-cylinder workhorse that favors practicality, fuel efficiency, and simplicity over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited to riders seeking high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 250.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.8 HP (18.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 85 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 3.60 L/100km (65.3 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.3 CO g/km
- Torque
- 22.5 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1416 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 53.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 135.2 km/h (84.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1400 mm
- Seat height
- 795 mm
- Dry weight
- 175.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.90 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Hard saddlebags. Top box.
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- 2mm thick polygonal steel
- Front suspension
- 37mm inverted fork,
- Rear suspension
- Preload adjustable monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 142 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 262 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 258 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Orange, White, Red
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Small windscreen. Model sometimes CSC RX-3 Cyclone.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Dry weight | 175 kg | 175 kg |
| Seat height | 795 mm | 795 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.9 L | 15.9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the California Scooter RX-3?
The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 has a Capacity of 250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches).
What engine power does the California Scooter RX-3 have?
The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 has a Power of 24.8 HP (18.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the California Scooter RX-3 have?
The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the California Scooter RX-3?
The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 has a Torque of 22.5 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.6 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the California Scooter RX-3 weigh?
The 2016 California Scooter RX-3 has a Dry weight of 175.1 kg (386.0 pounds).
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