QLINK adds d/s Qingqi model

tcs · 01-13-2008, 10:15 PM

QLINK has added the Qingqi-built dual sport model XP200 to their web site/2008 model line up. This is in addition to the XF200 supermoto model they previously announced.

http://www.qlinkmotor.com/product.php?id=57

Not an owner or dealer, not affiliated with QLINK or Qingqi in any way. Just thought some of you might be interested.

Best,
TCS

culcune · 01-14-2008, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by tcs

Not an owner or dealer, not affiliated with QLINK or Qingqi in any way. Just thought some of you might be interested.

No need for the disclaimer. Many of us live for the "next big thing" in Chinese bikes (in other words, any improvement over the same old GY200 is exciting) Thanks for the heads up

culcune · 01-14-2008, 10:59 AM

If you check out the Qlink site, they added a few more products beside the dual sport, including a 400cc scooter, a 500 and 700cc ATV, and a 500 and 700cc side by side.

As far as their dual-sport, it should make for a good bike, but is priced in the mid $2k range, and their supermoto went up by $500!! from $2100 to $2600. I sure hope the bikes hold up in quality to justify costing that much!

tcs · 01-14-2008, 01:07 PM

This is the bike Cazy Carl wrote about:

<http://www.chinariders.net/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=2993>

The hope is that it's a half-price DR200SE, but that remains to be proven.

Best,
TCS

AZ200cc · 01-14-2008, 01:34 PM

Nice looking bike.

culcune · 01-14-2008, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by tcs

This is the bike Cazy Carl wrote about:

If you search through advrider.com and find a similar thread by member 'beemer boy' of his ride through China, he started on a problem-prone Zongshen Sierra (he bought it used, so had the problems to begin with) and ended up buying the same, brand new, Qingqi, as Crazy Carl, to complete his journey. In fact, Crazy Carl bought his after 'Beemer Boy' probably based on its reputation (they are friends, or at least pretend to be :wink: --'Crazy Carl' uses the same handle on advrider.com) Beemer seemed to think nicely of his.

Here is the thread--like Crazy Carl's threads, very interesting with lots of pictures

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=222736

pumpkin · 01-14-2008, 03:31 PM

i'm sorry but if i'm gonna pay over $2000. for a china bike i'll find a used jap bike. i'm not speaking blindly here i have seen/rode lifan and q-link and when you compare them to a used jap bike at the same price i take the jap bike just my opinion.

culcune · 01-14-2008, 03:38 PM

yeah, Pumpkin, I was tempted when the XF200 was $2095 MSRP, but now its over $500 more. The closest dealer in San Diego, and the dealers nationwide on Cycletraders, don't seem to advertise under MSRP for any of the Qlink bikes other than the classic-style cruiser, the Legend 250. Chinese bikes are supposed to be a better deal than Japanese bikes, which they generally are brand new, but you are correct in that mid-$2k with no room for negotiation, is a little steep for a Chinese bike vs. a used big brand bike. Have you ridden the new Qlink XF200?

AZ200cc · 01-14-2008, 04:20 PM

That is a high price for a Chinese bike...I probably would look for a nice used bike also.

pumpkin · 01-14-2008, 11:51 PM

culcune, i have only rode SamM's Q-Link and my Lifan. i sat on alot of lifans at the dealership but as far as riding goes those are the only two. i must say though on quality the q-link is a step up from my lifan, but as sam said in another getting parts is a necessity especaly for these china bikes.so i'm glad i opted for the lifan.[/b]

knothead · 01-15-2008, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by pumpkin

i'm sorry but if i'm gonna pay over $2000. for a china bike i'll find a used jap bike. i'm not speaking blindly here i have seen/rode lifan and q-link and when you compare them to a used jap bike at the same price i take the jap bike just my opinion.

X3! I noticed the price on the LF 400 cruiser... wow! I could almost buy new jap bike for the money. I have actually been finding used Harleys for the same money as well (they may need some TLC, but if you're into cruisers why not go with the king?).

xf200 · 01-19-2008, 07:35 AM

man that sucks but good thing i got mine when i did!! but d@mn the weather still cant get it past break in but i guess ill go ahead and change the oil early ?

culcune · 01-19-2008, 12:42 PM

XF200, hope the weather warms up--we need more updates and actual riding video from you.

xf200 · 01-20-2008, 03:23 AM

yeah it sucks cause its suppost to be cold all weekend but ill try to give ya one soon ( other than just the drive by the camera ones ?)....

01-13-2008, 10:15 PM	#1
tcs Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 117	QLINK adds d/s Qingqi model QLINK has added the Qingqi-built dual sport model XP200 to their web site/2008 model line up. This is in addition to the XF200 supermoto model they previously announced. http://www.qlinkmotor.com/product.php?id=57 Not an owner or dealer, not affiliated with QLINK or Qingqi in any way. Just thought some of you might be interested. Best, TCS
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01-14-2008, 10:59 AM	#3
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,055	If you check out the Qlink site, they added a few more products beside the dual sport, including a 400cc scooter, a 500 and 700cc ATV, and a 500 and 700cc side by side. As far as their dual-sport, it should make for a good bike, but is priced in the mid $2k range, and their supermoto went up by $500!! from $2100 to $2600. I sure hope the bikes hold up in quality to justify costing that much! __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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01-14-2008, 01:34 PM	#5
AZ200cc Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Show Low Arizona Posts: 2,889	Nice looking bike. __________________ <br />2001 Suzuki DR200SE<br />1997 Suzuki RM250 YIKES<br />1995 Yamaha Breeze 125 daughters<br />1991 Honda XR80r Restored<br />maybe a 2003 Yamaha TTR90
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01-14-2008, 03:31 PM	#7
pumpkin Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Westover wv Posts: 443	i'm sorry but if i'm gonna pay over $2000. for a china bike i'll find a used jap bike. i'm not speaking blindly here i have seen/rode lifan and q-link and when you compare them to a used jap bike at the same price i take the jap bike just my opinion. __________________ 06 american lifan 200 gy-5
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01-14-2008, 03:38 PM	#8
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,055	yeah, Pumpkin, I was tempted when the XF200 was $2095 MSRP, but now its over $500 more. The closest dealer in San Diego, and the dealers nationwide on Cycletraders, don't seem to advertise under MSRP for any of the Qlink bikes other than the classic-style cruiser, the Legend 250. Chinese bikes are supposed to be a better deal than Japanese bikes, which they generally are brand new, but you are correct in that mid-$2k with no room for negotiation, is a little steep for a Chinese bike vs. a used big brand bike. Have you ridden the new Qlink XF200? __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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01-14-2008, 01:07 PM	#4
tcs Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 117	This is the bike Cazy Carl wrote about: <http://www.chinariders.net/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=2993> The hope is that it's a half-price DR200SE, but that remains to be proven. Best, TCS
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01-14-2008, 04:20 PM	#9
AZ200cc Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Show Low Arizona Posts: 2,889	That is a high price for a Chinese bike...I probably would look for a nice used bike also. __________________ <br />2001 Suzuki DR200SE<br />1997 Suzuki RM250 YIKES<br />1995 Yamaha Breeze 125 daughters<br />1991 Honda XR80r Restored<br />maybe a 2003 Yamaha TTR90
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01-14-2008, 11:51 PM	#10
pumpkin Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Westover wv Posts: 443	culcune, i have only rode SamM's Q-Link and my Lifan. i sat on alot of lifans at the dealership but as far as riding goes those are the only two. i must say though on quality the q-link is a step up from my lifan, but as sam said in another getting parts is a necessity especaly for these china bikes.so i'm glad i opted for the lifan.[/b] __________________ 06 american lifan 200 gy-5
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01-19-2008, 07:35 AM	#12
xf200 Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 67	man that sucks but good thing i got mine when i did!! but d@mn the weather still cant get it past break in but i guess ill go ahead and change the oil early ? __________________ dual sports - my xf200 -my jeep http://youtube.com/watch?v=hzkOVNXlMeo
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01-19-2008, 12:42 PM	#13
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,055	XF200, hope the weather warms up--we need more updates and actual riding video from you. __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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01-20-2008, 03:23 AM	#14
xf200 Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 67	yeah it sucks cause its suppost to be cold all weekend but ill try to give ya one soon ( other than just the drive by the camera ones ?).... __________________ dual sports - my xf200 -my jeep http://youtube.com/watch?v=hzkOVNXlMeo
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