Guess who just picked up a Konker (Quinqi) . . . - Page 3

Kawazacky · 08-02-2010, 09:22 PM

Spud: The leg is mostly OK, but my heel is still pretty sore. I think the bike fell on it. I was out doing some scouting last week on foot for the upcoming moose hunting season and I was having a bit of a rough time.

2LZ · 08-03-2010, 12:56 AM

O.k....o.k....it's been a couple weeks. Where's our next installment!? 8)
I may end up buying one of these! :wink:

SpudRider · 08-03-2010, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Kawazacky

Spud: The leg is mostly OK, but my heel is still pretty sore. I think the bike fell on it. I was out doing some scouting last week on foot for the upcoming moose hunting season and I was having a bit of a rough time.

I hope your heel feels better, Zac! :( Please do let us know when you post the next installment.

Spud

Kawazacky · 08-05-2010, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 2LZ

O.k....o.k....it's been a couple weeks. Where's our next installment!? 8)
I may end up buying one of these! :wink:

I'm waiting for some aftermarket parts to show up. Other than that, everything's going well with the bike - nothing too important to report.

Kawazacky · 08-31-2010, 10:01 AM

http://cmgonline.com/content/view/2739/57/ ANOTHER UPDATE!

SpudRider · 08-31-2010, 11:39 AM

Thanks for posting the link to the update, Zac; I enjoyed reading it.

It's no wonder your friend Glen enjoys riding the Konker; I am sure it is much more nimble than his heavier bike.

In addition, he is perfectly color coordinated with the Konker!

Spud

FastDoc · 08-31-2010, 11:50 AM

That's a pretty cool picture!

Kawazacky · 10-19-2010, 10:55 AM

Here's my last installment.

http://cmgonline.com/content/view/2831/57/

Weldangrind · 10-19-2010, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Kawazacky

Here's what it comes down to: For about 75% of the price of its Japanese counterpart, the Konker delivers a motorcycle that's about 75% as good.

Well said. Thanks for the final thoughts, and thanks also for this link: http://www.chinapartscanada.com/

FastDoc · 10-19-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

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Originally Posted by Kawazacky

Here's what it comes down to: For about 75% of the price of its Japanese counterpart, the Konker delivers a motorcycle that's about 75% as good.

Well said. Thanks for the final thoughts, and thanks also for this link: http://www.chinapartscanada.com/

I agree except on the ratio. Q's are selling at my friend's dealership for $1,600 now. Brand new, assembled.

I think A DR200SE goes about $4,000.

I think the Q is almost 100% as good as the Suzuki.

I know Andy's prices are very low but the Q is a great value.

FastDoc · 10-19-2010, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Kawazacky

Here's my last installment.

http://cmgonline.com/content/view/2831/57/

An excellent, fair, and quality writeup.

Clutches are cheap and easy to change. All you need is a socket set. On many bikes you don't need to even drain the oil. Leave it on the stand or lay it on it's left side and you're good to go. :P

Kawazacky · 10-19-2010, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

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Originally Posted by Kawazacky

Here's what it comes down to: For about 75% of the price of its Japanese counterpart, the Konker delivers a motorcycle that's about 75% as good.

Well said. Thanks for the final thoughts, and thanks also for this link: http://www.chinapartscanada.com/

I agree except on the ratio. Q's are selling at my friend's dealership for $1,600 now. Brand new, assembled.

I think A DR200SE goes about $4,000.

I think the Q is almost 100% as good as the Suzuki.

I know Andy's prices are very low but the Q is a great value.

That's in the US. This is a Canadian mag . . .

FastDoc · 10-19-2010, 12:00 PM

FWIW:

My Q has 3,700 miles on it. Almost all off pavement. Well cared for. Not crashed or dropped.

Only problems:

2 speedo cables broke. Repalced under warantee. When the second replacement broke I changed to a Suzuki part, no more problems.

Leaky fork seal. Fork leg replaced under warantee. No further problems.

LED tail light failed d/t vibration. Replaced with Edge II. No further problems.

No clutch noise. I have no idea how the chain adjuster plate could have departed under any laws of physics I'm familiar with. My chain is still good. Cleaned and lubricated and adjusted frequently.

No damage to the rubber on the kickstarter.

No license plate fractures, but I think I will reinforce it, it vibrates severely back there.

Hope this helps

Weldangrind · 10-20-2010, 12:40 AM

I never claimed to be exceptionally bright, but KawaZACky finally dawned on me.

SpudRider · 10-20-2010, 12:57 AM

Thank you for posting the link to the final installment, Zac. The Konker/QLink/Qingqi is a very nice bike, and I enjoyed reading your review.

Spud

08-03-2010, 12:56 AM	#32
2LZ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Volcano, Ca Posts: 7,112	O.k....o.k....it's been a couple weeks. Where's our next installment!? 8) I may end up buying one of these! :wink: __________________ "Light a fire for a man, and you heat him for a day. Light a man on fire, and you heat him for the rest of his life." 2007 Suzuki DRZ400S (SM convert) 2009 Q Link XP 200 1967 BSA B25 250cc Starfire 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 1948 Royal Enfield Model G 350
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08-31-2010, 11:39 AM	#36
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for posting the link to the update, Zac; I enjoyed reading it. It's no wonder your friend Glen enjoys riding the Konker; I am sure it is much more nimble than his heavier bike. In addition, he is perfectly color coordinated with the Konker! 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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08-31-2010, 11:50 AM	#37
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	That's a pretty cool picture! __________________ Happy to serve.
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10-19-2010, 12:00 PM	#43
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	FWIW: My Q has 3,700 miles on it. Almost all off pavement. Well cared for. Not crashed or dropped. Only problems: 2 speedo cables broke. Repalced under warantee. When the second replacement broke I changed to a Suzuki part, no more problems. Leaky fork seal. Fork leg replaced under warantee. No further problems. LED tail light failed d/t vibration. Replaced with Edge II. No further problems. No clutch noise. I have no idea how the chain adjuster plate could have departed under any laws of physics I'm familiar with. My chain is still good. Cleaned and lubricated and adjusted frequently. No damage to the rubber on the kickstarter. No license plate fractures, but I think I will reinforce it, it vibrates severely back there. Hope this helps __________________ Happy to serve.
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10-20-2010, 12:40 AM	#44
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I never claimed to be exceptionally bright, but KawaZACky finally dawned on me. __________________ 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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08-02-2010, 09:22 PM	#31
Kawazacky Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Saint John, N.B. Posts: 279	Spud: The leg is mostly OK, but my heel is still pretty sore. I think the bike fell on it. I was out doing some scouting last week on foot for the upcoming moose hunting season and I was having a bit of a rough time.
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08-31-2010, 10:01 AM	#35
Kawazacky Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Saint John, N.B. Posts: 279	http://cmgonline.com/content/view/2739/57/ ANOTHER UPDATE!
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10-19-2010, 10:55 AM	#38
Kawazacky Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Saint John, N.B. Posts: 279	Here's my last installment. http://cmgonline.com/content/view/2831/57/
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10-20-2010, 12:57 AM	#45
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thank you for posting the link to the final installment, Zac. The Konker/QLink/Qingqi is a very nice bike, and I enjoyed reading your review. 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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