Hello, and check out my new Konker...

McKonker · 05-04-2011, 12:18 AM

Hey all, just wanted to say hello and show you guys my new Konker. I used to ride bikes as a kid. Back then I had an RM80 among others. Then I grew up went to college, did some traveling (Asia), and now I have a job. Last couple springs I have looked through the classifieds but could never find the right bike for the right money. Then one day I stopped off at a little bike shop near where I work here in Calgary Alberta. They were blowing these out for $1700, so I did a little research online and the Konker seemed like an excellent way to get back into my old hobby! This same bike sells for around $3000 here. Its been sitting for a few weeks while I wait for the weather to get a little better plus there is a weird legal catch 22 here. Most insurance companies will not insure you without a bike license and of course you need a bike to take the test, what a pain! But eventually I found a company that specializes in bikes so I finally have insurance and plates. Took it for a rip around the neighbourhood for the first time tonight. Here's a couple of pics...I will post more as the season goes on can't wait to get out to the mountains. Cheers guys. '

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Weldangrind · 05-04-2011, 02:03 AM

Welcome! Sweet little bike. 8)

Like I was saying to another member in your area, it would be great to ride out to MacKay's in Cochrane for ice cream.

dmmcd · 05-04-2011, 08:16 AM

Wow, that looks familiar...

So do the distributers (Qlink, Konker, etc.) just put a new oil filter cover on with their name? That is the only Qlink identifier on my bike.

Have fun! These are great little bikes.

FastDoc · 05-04-2011, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dmmcd

Wow, that looks familiar...

So do the distributers (Qlink, Konker, etc.) just put a new oil filter cover on with their name? That is the only Qlink identifier on my bike.

Have fun! These are great little bikes.

Yup. A guy can replace it with a Suzuki logo unit if he wanted too. 8)

Welcome to the forum. Nice bike! The Q's enjoy an excellent reputaion overall amongst China Bikes.

McKonker · 05-04-2011, 04:11 PM

I just learned that the company who distributes these in Canada "Konker" might be out of business, hope I get lucky with this bike ha ha.

Weldangrind · 05-05-2011, 12:18 AM

I've heard similar comments, but I wouldn't worry about it. You won't have any trouble finding parts.

SpudRider · 05-05-2011, 04:32 AM

Welcome.

You got a good little motorcycle at a very good price.

We have a lot of Konker/QLink/Qingqi owners on these forums; you will feel right at home!

P.S. You are off to a great start by posting photos on your first thread! You will soon learn, we love photos!

Spud

david3921 · 05-05-2011, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dmmcd

So do the distributers (Qlink, Konker, etc.) just put a new oil filter cover on with their name?

Some of the headlights are different also. IMHO, the Konker looks the best as it has sort of a fairing and is adjustable. Most of the Qingqi motards have the Qlink XF200 style that are not adjustable and no heat venting.

FastDoc · 05-05-2011, 07:56 PM

Rear end is different too. Mostly same deal though.

05-04-2011, 12:18 AM	#1
McKonker Join Date: May 2011 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 51	Hello, and check out my new Konker... Hey all, just wanted to say hello and show you guys my new Konker. I used to ride bikes as a kid. Back then I had an RM80 among others. Then I grew up went to college, did some traveling (Asia), and now I have a job. Last couple springs I have looked through the classifieds but could never find the right bike for the right money. Then one day I stopped off at a little bike shop near where I work here in Calgary Alberta. They were blowing these out for $1700, so I did a little research online and the Konker seemed like an excellent way to get back into my old hobby! This same bike sells for around $3000 here. Its been sitting for a few weeks while I wait for the weather to get a little better plus there is a weird legal catch 22 here. Most insurance companies will not insure you without a bike license and of course you need a bike to take the test, what a pain! But eventually I found a company that specializes in bikes so I finally have insurance and plates. Took it for a rip around the neighbourhood for the first time tonight. Here's a couple of pics...I will post more as the season goes on can't wait to get out to the mountains. Cheers guys. ''
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05-04-2011, 02:03 AM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Welcome! Sweet little bike. 8) Like I was saying to another member in your area, it would be great to ride out to MacKay's in Cochrane for ice cream. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-04-2011, 08:16 AM	#3
dmmcd Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Souderton, PA Posts: 367	Wow, that looks familiar... So do the distributers (Qlink, Konker, etc.) just put a new oil filter cover on with their name? That is the only Qlink identifier on my bike. Have fun! These are great little bikes. __________________ 2008 Yamaha WR250x 2006 Honda CRF250R Sold: 2002 Suzuki SV650S, 2009 Qlink XF200
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05-04-2011, 04:11 PM	#5
McKonker Join Date: May 2011 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 51	Konker out of business? I just learned that the company who distributes these in Canada "Konker" might be out of business, hope I get lucky with this bike ha ha.
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05-05-2011, 12:18 AM	#6
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I've heard similar comments, but I wouldn't worry about it. You won't have any trouble finding parts. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-05-2011, 04:32 AM	#7
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Welcome. You got a good little motorcycle at a very good price. We have a lot of Konker/QLink/Qingqi owners on these forums; you will feel right at home! P.S. You are off to a great start by posting photos on your first thread! You will soon learn, we love photos! Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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05-05-2011, 07:56 PM	#9
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Rear end is different too. Mostly same deal though. __________________ Happy to serve.
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