2009 Qlink 200cc

[OrDep]

Hello all, looking to buy my first dual sport and i was going to go with a hawk 250 but while searching craigslist i see a qlink 200cc 2009 with 5k miles on it, if this bike was kept in good shape do you think its worth 1200 usd?

Thanks in advance! new to the forums cant wait to read through and learn as much as possible about these...china made bikes... lol. :)

[hertz9753]

$500 maybe if it is in good shape. Welcome to the forum! I'm still new and learning.

[OrDep]

$500 maybe if it is in good shape. Welcome to the forum! I'm still new and learning.

500 wow really? i know the bike use to go for 2600 msrp so i was gonna offer 1k but damn now i guess ill reconsider, everywhere ive read said its "one of the best" china bikes.... thanks for the reply :thanks:

[Adjuster]

No way on the $1200.00 Q Link. The brand new Hawk can be had for a little less than $1400.00 delivered to your front door.


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[culcune]

A used Qlink for $1k is a good deal, provided the bike was kept in good shape. However, I would use the new bike angle to get a better deal, if possible; "I can get a brand new Hawk for $1400..." The other advantage is that Qlink is kind of gone from the market, even if the engine is very close to a Suzuki--very, very close. However, someone just wrote the other day that there is someone under the Qlink name selling parts, as he was looking for parts for his Qlink. But, for the most part, the Qlink is an orphan, and new bikes are selling cheap, so use them to your advantage, but keep in mind the Qlink is years ahead of the Hawk in quality, and the engine is a near-clone of the Suzuki, so some of the parts from Suzuki can be used...

[2LZ]

A used Qlink for $1k is a good deal, provided the bike was kept in good shape. However, I would use the new bike angle to get a better deal, if possible; "I can get a brand new Hawk for $1400..." The other advantage is that Qlink is kind of gone from the market, even if the engine is very close to a Suzuki--very, very close. However, someone just wrote the other day that there is someone under the Qlink name selling parts, as he was looking for parts for his Qlink. But, for the most part, the Qlink is an orphan, and new bikes are selling cheap, so use them to your advantage, but keep in mind the Qlink is years ahead of the Hawk in quality, and the engine is a near-clone of the Suzuki, so some of the parts from Suzuki can be used...
Culcune makes great points, as always.
Q Links were and still are top-notch CB's. There's still things I like much better on my 09 Q link than on the new TT250 and it's still a better built bike, with a more modern motor, suspension and overall materials, than a Hondoid. I've always said it's "virtually Japanese". It even has a beefy aluminum swing arm, link suspension and a gas shock. Back in 09, that was unheard of. It even comes with a REAL Mikuni CV carb.

That said, parts may be an issue.....but SSR is the "new Q Link", even though the new bike is a 250. Somewhere, in a warehouse stashed in Texas, is a BOATLOAD of Q link parts. I'm waiting for that to be found, along with Big Foot. ;-)

We had a guy here last week looking for a Q Link clutch. We believe both the Suzuki 125 and 200 clutch will work. He'll be writing back when he gets it. Many Suzuki parts, including cables are the same. I've been told, and at one point had it confirmed (though I can't find that now), that Q Link was made at the same factory as the Suzuki motors they provided to Suzuki, some small Kawasaki motors and also some of the small KTM motors....so they know what they're doing.

My Q link has been nothing less than flawless and is still a great runner to this day. Even with the TT250 mods I've done, the little 200 Q may still pull it in a straight line.

The absolute upside to the Hondoid (regardless of brand), is that parts are readily available on both the internet and CSC.

Those of us who have been around a while have seen bikes like the Hawk/Storm make a huge splash (like the Q did), then 2-3 years later be gone. It happens all the time in the CB world....but again, Hondoid parts will be available somewhere.

I'd love to find a Q Link, just to have parts on hand if mine ever breaks.

[OrDep]

Thanks for all the responses guys, i checked out the bike today and ended up loading in my truck after talking him down to 700$. After riding it up and down the block and checking it out i decided that it was kept in good shape ( he assured me it was but i mean cmon whos gonna take the word of a complete stranger :P ) After telling me that he just wanted it gone i knew i could probably talk him down and i did nearly 50% of what he was asking... ( made me a little hesitate at first but so far no problems, ill see in the future though... LOL )

thanks all!

[dh]

$700 is a great deal! I sold mine for about $1000 and wish I had kept it. Does it still have the original street tires?

[dh]

FYI when searching Taobao for Qlink or SSR for parts or accessories these bikes are listed as either a QM200 or QM250(not XF).

[2LZ]

You stole it! I need to find a deal like that!

Is it an XF (supermoto syle) or an XP (Enduro style)? I think Doc and I were the only ones here with XP's.
You can also find them listed under "Konker". That's what they sold as in Canada.

Finally! Another Q! :-)
Pic! Pics!

[Bruce's]

Is that not the same as the pitster pro supermoto bikes ?

[OrDep]

You stole it! I need to find a deal like that!

Is it an XF (supermoto syle) or an XP (Enduro style)? I think Doc and I were the only ones here with XP's.
You can also find them listed under "Konker". That's what they sold as in Canada.

Finally! Another Q! :-)
Pic! Pics!

Haha i think so been riding all darn day lmao man i haven't realized how hot it is here in Florida.... jk jk anyways its the xf200 the tires... im honestly not entirely sure they are definitely supermoto or more "street" infact they arnt even the slightest bit meant for off roading based on how they look... i upload some pictures tomorrow :D

[OrDep]

$700 is a great deal! I sold mine for about $1000 and wish I had kept it. Does it still have the original street tires?

im 99% sure they are not because they look brand new. ill post some pictures soon :P

[hertz9753]

http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/2009-qlink-xf200-review-88669.html

It's that one?

[2LZ]

http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/2009-qlink-xf200-review-88669.html

It's that one?

Sounds like an XF to me.

There were guys here that were playing pretty seriously with them in the past.
I love this vid from Boostcrazy.

http://chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=10306&highlight=link+xf200

[OrDep]

http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/2009-qlink-xf200-review-88669.html

It's that one?

Yep thats it, same tires too

[BlackBike]

http://www.motorcycle.com/gallery/gallery.php/d/206301-2/2008_QLink_XF200_IMG_7286.jpg


Although QLINK motorcycles are made in China, that’s no reason for larger, well-known bike manufacturers to ignore the emerging brand. QLINK could one day make it to the big time!


Why did it die? Priced too high? Too similar to SSR?

[2LZ]

http://www.motorcycle.com/gallery/gallery.php/d/206301-2/2008_QLink_XF200_IMG_7286.jpg


Although QLINK motorcycles are made in China, that’s no reason for larger, well-known bike manufacturers to ignore the emerging brand. QLINK could one day make it to the big time!


Why did it die? Priced too high? Too similar to SSR?

Many CB's back in the day died for many reasons, mostly the importers would buy a few containers, get them through customs, sell them all and vanish. Culcune has more info on this than I.

I'm not sure why Q Link went away. They had a big setup in Texas and a nice website. I actually ordered parts off the website and they arrived, just like CSC. Then one day, POOF! Gone.

The Q Link was more expensive than the average 998.00 CB Hondoid. Mine was 1750.00, new. That's quite a bit more than a Hondoid....but they also stepped up the quality immensely.

SSR actually IS what Q Link was, just marketed by someone else now. It's why I almost pulled the trigger on the XF250 for Mrs 2LZ instead of the TT250. I know the quality will be there but the new SSR's are very expensive at a grand more than my Q Link. Also, SSR doesn't really offer any parts or support or if they do, they do a damn good job of hiding the fact. It's the main reason CSC got my sale.

So, in short, Q Link and SSR are the same bike.....just a 250 now. It's the Suzuki TU250 motor.

Here's the new version:
http://www.superiorpowersports.com/250cc_Enduro_Dirt_Bike_p/sr250edb-xf.htm

[BlackBike]

As usual, great insight 2lz!

[Rv]

Culcune makes great points, as always.
Q Links were and still are top-notch CB's. There's still things I like much better on my 09 Q link than on the new TT250 and it's still a better built bike, with a more modern motor, suspension and overall materials, than a Hondoid. I've always said it's "virtually Japanese". It even has a beefy aluminum swing arm, link suspension and a gas shock. Back in 09, that was unheard of. It even comes with a REAL Mikuni CV carb.

That said, parts may be an issue.....but SSR is the "new Q Link", even though the new bike is a 250. Somewhere, in a warehouse stashed in Texas, is a BOATLOAD of Q link parts. I'm waiting for that to be found, along with Big Foot. ;-)

We had a guy here last week looking for a Q Link clutch. We believe both the Suzuki 125 and 200 clutch will work. He'll be writing back when he gets it. Many Suzuki parts, including cables are the same. I've been told, and at one point had it confirmed (though I can't find that now), that Q Link was made at the same factory as the Suzuki motors they provided to Suzuki, some small Kawasaki motors and also some of the small KTM motors....so they know what they're doing.

My Q link has been nothing less than flawless and is still a great runner to this day. Even with the TT250 mods I've done, the little 200 Q may still pull it in a straight line.

The absolute upside to the Hondoid (regardless of brand), is that parts are readily available on both the internet and CSC.

Those of us who have been around a while have seen bikes like the Hawk/Storm make a huge splash (like the Q did), then 2-3 years later be gone. It happens all the time in the CB world....but again, Hondoid parts will be available somewhere.

I'd love to find a Q Link, just to have parts on hand if mine ever breaks.

That's me!!! Just finished putting my clutch in! The clutch is the same exact thing as the dr200, I just put in the ebc friction plates, metal plates, and heavy duty springs! I love my xf best 700$ I've spent by far!

[Rv]

Here's a couple pictures of mine, I paid 700$ for her. 7307
I'll go take another picture of the rear tail light as I hacked her up and it looks pretty good! I also stuck a China h4 HID bulb in the stock headlight and its way better!!7308 73097310 I also have the entire parts exploded view in English as well and yes, I have emailed QLINK and they still stock most parts, at least that's what they told me.

[Rv]

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[pistolclass]

hey RV I just got back from San Diego Friday night (I live in CT). I love your city. I was going to rent a bike from the Indian Dealer, you know where the jets practically land at the airport.

I couldn't get anyone to ride with me from our business conference so no seat time for me. Instead I rented a minivan so a bunch of us went to La Jolla.

I wish I could fit my Hawk in my carryon on the plane.

[Rv]

hey RV I just got back from San Diego Friday night (I live in CT). I love your city. I was going to rent a bike from the Indian Dealer, you know where the jets practically land at the airport.

I couldn't get anyone to ride with me from our business conference so no seat time for me. Instead I rented a minivan so a bunch of us went to La Jolla.

I wish I could fit my Hawk in my carryon on the plane.

Yea it's gorgeous out here! No mater how much it is to live out here I'll never leave!

[2LZ]

Yea it's gorgeous out here! No mater how much it is to live out here I'll never leave!

I know the feeling!....and Q Link is still alive!? Seriously????
BTW, bike looks great! Do a little jetting and a pipe and gain 5 hp. The video I posted of Boostcrzy's dyno run shows the mods at the beginning of it. Same mods I have on my XP200. Made a big difference.
Here's my '09 XP200. Love this bike.

[Rv]

Yea, I have the stock muffler gutted, I've yet to drill holes in the air of and jet it, I just haven't had time but I heard it does a lot!

[pistolclass]

Hey RV when I was landing in San Diego I noticed every peak had some sort of dirt trail leading up to the top. Are you allowed to ride those?

[2LZ]

Yea, I have the stock muffler gutted, I've yet to drill holes in the air of and jet it, I just haven't had time but I heard it does a lot!

I drilled some larger holes in the top of my air box prior to jetting. Works fine.
Exhaust, get one of these. Bolts right on, opens the breathing and you lose a bunch of weight. FMF Turbine Core 2 "Universal spark arrestor" it's called. About 120.00. It will be a little noisier but not to bad.