NEW Qlink XF200 Controls

[JTCAndrew]

Here's some Pics of my NEW Handlebars - Grips - Mounts - PAD - and a little Volt mete, Temp Guage and Time......More changes and Gadgets from GadgetBoy - Just for you Barnone! LOL :lol:

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF2554.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF2553.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF2552.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF2550.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF2551.jpg

The Bars are Pro Taper 1 1/8" The Mounts are 7/8" to 1" 1/8 Conversion.
The Grips are Pro Grip, and I found the guage on ebay for $38 Bucks. It was cheaper then a Trail Tech.......LOL

[Barnone]

GadgetBoy,
How much is the investment in your $1395 XF200 up to now? :D Just kidding. Takes all kind.
Running out of room for stickers?

[JTCAndrew]

That it does! LOL Would you like to pruchase some advertising space - I still have a few spots left! LMAO I'm still under budget for what I sold my Bobber for to get this CB and start playing......I like Gadgets!..... :wink:

[Weldangrind]

I like how the light goes BLING off of the shiny bits. :lol:

[JTCAndrew]

Me too....Hahahahaha Bling Bling......I can't remember who it was Spud Or Weldand Grind that picks things up in Videos and Pictures, But no body commented yet on the Video.....Check the Spark Plug wire in the Video! LOL - Thats my Laser Node Flashing! Pretty cool inexpensive toy. Adds some Bling bling, but also allows you to verify you have or are getting spark.... :roll:

Heres the link again:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS_qHMYoTZg

What are laser nodes?

http://www.bikerhaven.net/servlet/the-983/Kuryakyn-Blue-Lazer-Nodes/Detail

[LittleBeach]

Where did you buy the Pro Circuit T4 Exhaust System from? And how much did it help?

[SpudRider]

Those are some nice goodies, Andrew. :) Please let us know how you like your digital gauge.

Spud :)

[2LZ]

That's cool Andrew! :D
I love the risers.... I have some that should be coming in on Monday. 1.6" rise. Generic looking black units I'll post pics of once I get them mounted. I sure like those though, like what you got there, with the part that fills in where the bar used to be in the triple tree saddle. Nice work there! :D

I have a pair of Protaper bars here I wanted to mount. When you remove the electric controls (switches), you will find holes that they lock into, in the bars. The left one can be taken off with your dremel. The right one....I found, is metal. I believe it to be the ground for the "Big Red Button". I opted not to change the bars at that point and ordered the risers.

If Gadget Guy decides to either drill holes in your new bars or 'reformat' the right switch control somehow to fit, please post it! :D

[JTCAndrew]

Intresting 2lz - Now I'm curious. I put my bike togather from the crate. I don't remember any of this.......Hmmmmmm I had to mount my bars controls etc......Now you got me thinking here.....Hmmmmmm I guess we'll see soon....

[trevort]

Do not cut or modify the metal plug in the throttle housing, it is there to keep the entire housing from rotating when the throttle is opened. Removing it would mean that when you give the bike some gas the entire housing rotates back as well. Take several measurements and drill a countersink in the handlebars instead.

[2LZ]

Do not cut or modify the metal plug in the throttle housing, it is there to keep the entire housing from rotating when the throttle is opened. Removing it would mean that when you give the bike some gas the entire housing rotates back as well. Take several measurements and drill a countersink in the handlebars instead.
Not to minumize you concern Trevort, but that's actually good news! :D I was afraid since it was metalic, it may be a ground of sorts for the kill button.
These bikes and the Vics are the only motorcycles I've owned, out of 46 of them, that have had this little 'safety feature'.

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks for the great ideas guys - I'll be sure and post more about this when i get some time to "Play" LOL - It myabe be awhile as work and family keeps me hoping. Priority fiirst.........Thanks and stay tuned....

[Zugzug]

I really didn't want to mention it but your controls are probably not gonna fit on the bigger diameter bars. Its quite a jump from 7/8 to 1-1/8. You can probably mod the switches but the thottle tube is a different story.

Ah, disreguard my above msg. I see they taper to the smaller size as they get to the control area. Pro-taper duh.

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks Zug - I did make sure of that but other here seem to think I'll have some issues with the switches etc.....Time will tell when I get some Play Time......I'll be sure and keep you posted on this setup....

[Phoenixrider]

Can't wait to see everything on! My new bars eliminated a lot of vibration. Keep us updated with pictures! 8)

[JTCAndrew]

So Phoenixrider - You been here done this? Maybe you can fill me in on a few tips before I do this? Did you read above? I am told I may have to do some mods to the controls and install some set screws to keep the controls on? Tell me about YOUR Experience, as It will be at least a week before I'll get some Play time with mine. - Thanks.....

[Barnone]

When I changed the bars on my bobber I drilled holes in the bars for the controls using the old bars as a guide. Just measure in from the ends the same distance and position as the old bars. You might regret grinding off the pins on the controls.

[2LZ]

When I changed the bars on my bobber I drilled holes in the bars for the controls using the old bars as a guide. Just measure in from the ends the same distance and position as the old bars. You might regret grinding off the pins on the controls.
I have noticed that on these CB's. Even when you tighten the control screws nice and snug, they don't grip the bars. You can still wiggle them a little in the holes.
When I changed the bars on my Vic, I dremeled them off but they still grip the bars nice and snug upon tightening......like the good ol' days.

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks for your comments guys - This will all help guide me in the right direction. Thanks again - I hope to play alittle later this week with these as our weather continues to SUCK! LMAO - Ride safe everyone.

[Phoenixrider]

As stated above, I also drilled holes in my new bars. If you get the right size drill bit they wont wiggle once installed (atleast mine don't). They went on pretty easy and are well worth the hassle.

http://i315.photobucket.com/albums/ll474/dennissmith1234/New%20Controls/0216012013.jpg (http://s315.photobucket.com/albums/ll474/dennissmith1234/New%20Controls/?action=view&current=0216012013.jpg)

[JTCAndrew]

Looks good - Are those Renthal bars? Orange even....wow I bet you had a time finding orange bars....Never saw them in that color before....

DMMCD Just purchased my Bar Risers, In speaking with him and you guys It makes me want to go Tear into it right now.....Unfortunatley I cannot right now.....Until then

EDIT: Phoenix - Did you notice any difference in the aftermarket Bars? Any Smoother? How Do you like them? We'd like to hear about them.


Thanks for all the feedback on Qlink Controls, Handle Bars, Risers etc....

Keep it coming....You guys are what make our forum the best!!

[Phoenixrider]

I bought the bars off motosport. They are the RM Carmichael bend for 24 bucks, link below.

http://www.motosport.com/dirtbike/product/TURNER-HANDLEBARS-STANDARD-78/?id=108466

The handguards are Acerbis multi-concept touring guards also from motosport.


I cannot emphasize how much smoother the bike rides with new bars, grips and handguards They have practically eliminated handlebar vibration completely.

[Weldangrind]

That's excellent info, Phoenix. I've heard that comment on the forum before, but it's great to get a confirmation.

That price is impressive; I'm experimenting with an old bike right now, and I'm swapping a cush mount top triple to see if the ride is improved. I had an old XS650S when I was a kid, and the cush mount really helped. I might even try aluminum bars like you.

[dmmcd]

Started to do the ProTaper swap. I found these in my parents barn. My brother bought them for his CRF450, but the Honda uses 1 1/8" bars and these are 7/8", which is perfect for the XF200.

Old bars:
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3898.jpg

On the clutch side, there is an indexing hole:
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3901.jpg

And on the switch assembly there is a corresponding plastic tab:
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3900.jpg

On the brake (right) side, there is also an indexing hole and a corresponding metal tab inside the throttle housing:
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3902.jpg

I chose to drill new holes in the new bars. I measured in from the end, and of course I forget the measurements... I know the left side was 4 1/2" in, and I think the right side was 5 9/16" or 5 1/16". The tricky part is getting it to align around the perimeter, as I'm not sure what the final angle of the bars are going to be. But I picked a spot and drilled...
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3903.jpg

It worked out okay. I think I would have moved the hole on the left side a little to rotate the switch up a bit, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. Or I could always drill another hole. Here they are on the bike:
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3905.jpg

I have grips in my parents garage that I am going to put on. I also have risers on the way (Thanks Andrew! :wink:) so it's not all buttoned up yet. Also the color in the photo is really off. They have that matte anodized look and are a richer, more maroonish red. I think they look pretty sweet. I also pulled all the stickers off the one side of the bike to see what it is going to look like. I think I like it. :D
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll250/dmmcd_80/Bike/Qlink%20XF200/IMG_3906.jpg

[FastDoc]

Nice work and thanks for posting the excellent pictures. :D

[JTCAndrew]

X2 Thanks DMMCD Now I know what i'm in for.......

[Weldangrind]

I wish my parents had a barn with bike parts in it. :lol:

Those are nice looking bars. I really like the stealthy look on your bike. 8)

[SpudRider]

You did a nice job, DM. :)

Spud :)

[JTCAndrew]

I swapped over the Controls today, to the new Pro Taper Handlebars. All I had was my Shitty Camera - Sorry about that. My Fiancee' took the good camera today for our daughters first easter egg Hunt. - Much more important anyways - I put the Bar end Mirrors on the end of the bars. New Grips, New Bars and new clamps. I drilled the holes as mentioned above no problem. I like the bars way better. They are higher and wider. The grips feel way better as well. Heres the Pics.....

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0059.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0056.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0047.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0045.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0044.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handlebars/IMAG0057.jpg

[FastDoc]

Nice job. those grips and aluminum bars will go a long way to saving your hands from some vibration.

[JTCAndrew]

Thats Exactly what I'm hoping for Doc Thanks - I haven't even taken it for a ride yet, but will report back as soon as I do. If the Grips and bars function as good as they look - I'll be very happy for sure!

Happy Easter! :D

[Barnone]

I've found that the bar end mirrors act as bar end weights and reduce the vibration.

[trevort]

Nice job to both JTCAndrew and DMMCD for the pic's and I think that I have the same sorry camera that Andrew does because all the pictures of my bike are just as blurry

[JTCAndrew]

I've found that the bar end mirrors act as bar end weights and reduce the vibration.

Thats Good News - Even better. I'm starting to like the feedback, guess it may prove to be a good upgrade.....Time will tell.....

Oh yeah Vince - Gadgetboy has one more up his sleeve. I have the Mini Guages to attach yet......and The Sticker I got with the grips fit in one of the few spots I have left - between the tank lid and the seat - lol :oops:

[trevort]

I used an old motocross trick in the aluminum bars on my bike and that is to fill them with silicone or expanding foam to help reduce vibration. Also I have end weighs/sliders to help, If you ride a 500cc two stroke you know all about arm pump from vibration alone

[JTCAndrew]

FWIW - Here are the clamps I got:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220343734362

My only complaint and I told them about it was when they shipped these they just threw them in a USPS Box. No packing whatso ever. Two metal clamps banging around against each other from florida to PA.

Thay have quite a few scratches on them, not to bad but noticable. Nice clamps but alittle dissapointed in thier shipping methods. We'll see what they say..... :roll:

[2LZ]

Awesome job!...both you guys! Looks sweet! :D

[Barnone]

Oh yeah Vince - Gadgetboy has one more up his sleeve. I have the Mini Guages to attach yet......and The Sticker I got with the grips fit in one of the few spots I have left - between the tank lid and the seat - lol :oops:
Gadget Boy,
Those stickers are really going to slow down your Q if you every ride it. Extra weight and wind resistance hurts performance but if you just mod and don't ride I guess it does not matter. :D

[JTCAndrew]

No Trying out the Bars today - It's Raining BIG time, Plus It's Easter - Going to Gramas' for Dinner - Happy Easter everyone! Ride Safe!

[Phoenixrider]

The new setup looks awesome. It makes me wonder if I should have gone with 1 1/8 bars on my Q. Can't wait for a ride update!

[JTCAndrew]

Hopefully when the rains gone this weekend I will have an update for you!

DMMCD - Did you get those Risers on yet? We need an Update = LOL

[JTCAndrew]

Just found this on SMJ - Swwet idea!

http://www.supermotojunkie.com/showthread.php?114393-Highway-Dirt-Bike-Handguards-on-a-KTM-625-SMC!!-(PICS)

8)

[JTCAndrew]

Has anyone seen this site?

http://www.highwaydirtbikes.com/HDB_Shop/

[Weldangrind]

Just found this on SMJ - Swwet idea!

http://www.supermotojunkie.com/showthread.php?114393-Highway-Dirt-Bike-Handguards-on-a-KTM-625-SMC!!-(PICS)

8)

That's pretty cool! 8)

[dmmcd]

A bit expensive, but they look really well built and look very nice. I just picked up some used Acerbis guards from eBay for $25. Still haven't installed them or the risers yet. Free time? What's that?

[JTCAndrew]

A few Updated pictures from the better Camera - Will be testing out the NEW Controls today.....

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4046.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4045.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4043.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4042.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4044.jpg

http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff492/Andrew_Fornal/Handle%20Bars%20And%20Controls/DSCF4047.jpg

Why? Becuase I know you all enjoy looking at pictures as much as reading this great forum!

Gone Riding!

8)

[2LZ]

Congrats Andrew! That turned out VERY sweet! :D

[Barnone]

Nice, Andrew. You can get some black plastic plugs to fill the mirror mount holes at Lowe's in the fastener section.

[SpudRider]

Thanks for posting the nice photos, Andrew! Your bike looks great, and I like the photographs from the "good" camera much better than the others! :D Take the good camera with you while riding, and let's see more photos of your Q in its native habitat!

Spud :)

[SpudRider]

Nice, Andrew. You can get some black plastic plugs to fill the mirror mount holes at Lowe's in the fastener section.
Thanks for sharing the good tip, Bar. :) If I may ask, what type of plug works best? I have seen a variety of plugs/caps at Lowe's, and I'm sure some would certainly work better than others. ;)

Spud :)

[Barnone]

Spud,
I just bought several plastic plugs and had to trim them a little to get a fit.
http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x85/Skeekah/IMG_0773.jpg
XF200

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x85/Skeekah/IMG_0771.jpg

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x85/Skeekah/IMG_0774.jpg
Dong Fang

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x85/Skeekah/IMG_0772.jpg

If I pull them out to photograph them I'll probably destroy them.

[SpudRider]

Spud,
I just bought several plastic plugs and had to trim them a little to get a fit.

If I pull them out to photograph them I'll probably destroy them.
Thank you; they look good! :) Please don't pull them out. ;)

Spud :D

[JTCAndrew]

Thanks Vince for the great "PLUG" Idea. I'll have to pick some up....

Today I rode, But only about 20 Miles - Maybe. To much yard work to catch up on! LOL

The new bars and grips feel great. MAJOR MAJOR difference as far as vibration. The Bars are also higher and wider which give me a better control feel.

maybe it's me but it seems that each any everytime I take this little bike for a ride, the stronger and faster it's starting to feel....Anyone experience that on a "q"?

Not sure i'll get in any sunday riding as I don't thimnk the weather is going to cooperate with rain and thunder storms, plus the business is keeping me pretty swamped - No Complaints there! :lol:

Spud - I promise to get you some more pennsylvania natural habitat pictures of the "q" . :oops:

[Zugzug]

Yeap it will get stronger as you break it in.

[MICRider]

I like the grips! As far as gaining power the more you ride it, it is feasible because it's still breaking in. I can't remember the mileage for sure but I think the Q's have a fairly long break in.

[SpudRider]

...Spud - I promise to get you some more pennsylvania natural habitat pictures of the "q" . :oops:
Thank you, Andrew. :) Indeed, as others have noted, your bike will perform better as the engine "breaks in." ;)

Spud :)

[Weldangrind]

Looks great Andrew! 8) Thanks for the pics.

Vince, that's a great idea. I would have just filled the holes with a short, stainless socket head cap screw.

[Barnone]

W&G,
Yeah, I had some bolts in the holes for a while but they were not color coordinated. :D

[Thorgram]

Your bike always looks like a showroom bike! So clean and shiney. I could take a few lessons from you I think. :roll:

[Zugzug]

Your bike always looks like a showroom bike! So clean and shiney. I could take a few lessons from you I think. :roll:

Its not hard. Just keep it inside and dont ride it.

[JTCAndrew]

Thorgram - My Bike is New and I only have 150km on her.It is kept inside 24/7 68 degree temps. - With that said it's never been washed or cleaned to date since, taking it out of the crate. I'm sure the more I ride it the dirtier it will get. I have no intentions of mudding the shit out of it, just to prove i ride it. I ride it, just not 24/7 like some here. It's not my only toy. LOL I Have no intentions of riding in inclimate weather either - I don't have to, nor do I care to. I'm glad you like the shininess of a new machine as most do, but that only last so long.....Ride Safe and Ride on....

[Thorgram]

I hear you man.
I'm starting to feel the primal call of multi-bike filled garage. Several next paychecks will determine that though. :D

[Zugzug]

Don't get mad Andrew I'm just messin with ya. I understand that many other things come first especially family and work. I used to keep my bikes all spiffed up too when I had a garage and only rode on the weekends. Its fun to have a clean ride others can enjoy looking at. Since I have to leave my bikes outside and I ride 24/7-365 I tend to shy away from shineys and farkles and dont worry much about how clean they are but I do keep them mechanically sound.

[JTCAndrew]

Zug - I'm NOT mad...I actually envy not being able to ride more and go offroad more etc....I was Just saying I don't get to ride 24/7 like others do. No Worries. Besides I'm used to the razing of a clean bike - constantly being told it's too clean needs dirt on it etc......iT IS WHAT IT IS - LOL :lol:

[SpudRider]

Your bike always looks like a showroom bike! So clean and shiney. I could take a few lessons from you I think. :roll:
Its not hard. Just keep it inside and dont ride it.
Ouch! 8O

Spud :lol:

[Barnone]

I use to search out mud but call me a old wimp because I avoid mud and getting my bikes dirty. Also I baby all my vehicles and that seems to work for me.

Also my favorite ride around here in the city is my SYM HD200 scooter. Give it the gas and go. The scooter won't work (wrong image but I have outgrown that) for the macho guys/girls but is great for me.

[FastDoc]

I avoid mud too. The desert dust washes off easily but mud takes longer and tends to make a mess in the driveway. I also like clean bikes, and cars and trucks. They can all expect a bath usually as soon as they get home if they got dirty. The exception is the PP400. It's just passing throrugh. :roll:

[2LZ]

Zug - I'm NOT mad...I actually envy not being able to ride more and go offroad more etc....I was Just saying I don't get to ride 24/7 like others do. No Worries. Besides I'm used to the razing of a clean bike - constantly being told it's too clean needs dirt on it etc......iT IS WHAT IT IS - LOL :lol:
Don't worry, Andrew. There's nothing wrong with the Multiple Bike/Clean Bike Syndrome. Dirt has nothing to do with miles. It has to do with cleaning hours invested. 8)
I suffer from the same syndrome. To me, bike/garage cleaning is a beer drinking sport! :lol:
http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad41/2LZ_photos/Bikes/CIMG4703.jpg

[SpudRider]

I love to ride, but I don't enjoy getting my bike dirty, either. ;) Also, I absolutely hate to ride in the rain! :evil: I don't blame you for not wanting to ride in inclement weather, Andrew. :)

Spud :)

[Zugzug]

But thats the only kind of weather he gets where he lives except for about 2 wks in august. Maybe the chinese will start making snowmobiles soon.

With a name like Andrew you would think he would like riding in the rain and cold as well as sun shiney days :P

[FastDoc]

I hate the rain too.

I think the Chinese DO make snowmobiles, BTW.

[pchestaro]

Ironically i order the same grips and i just ran into this thread!!!! now i love the investment... great looking bike men!!!!

Thanks for the pictures :lol: :lol: :lol:

[wilserchinarider]

[http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad41/2LZ_photos/Bikes/CIMG4703.jpg

Ugh...where's the Q? Inside the house I assume?

[FastDoc]

The Husky ate it. :wink:

[2LZ]

[http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad41/2LZ_photos/Bikes/CIMG4703.jpg

Ugh...where's the Q? Inside the house I assume?
Haha! Just ran across this....
Nope......that's an older pic. The Man Cave has had a complete make-over, since this was taken. The red Hensim is gone, the red Vic Kingpin has been eviicted to it's owners house, the Q has been added and also, the Husky is now being stored 'off sight', among other changes. It's much more organized now! :lol: