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Saturday, August 7, 2010
New Gearing
I have decided to once again upgrade my gearing. I wish I would have done this particular combination originally. On the rear I have reduced the sprocket size again. The original gearing was 48 and then I went to a 44. Now I have gone to a 42 and it is seriously like a totally different machine and I absolutely love it. It is so much more fun to ride.
I do have less torque and have once again needed to adjust my riding style but I feel the reduced power is overcome by reving a little higher before shifts. Nothing unusual just a bit more. The benefits of this new gearing completely over shadow the drawbacks which also includes a reduction in fuel mileage.I get about 40-50 miles less per tank. This requires me to fill up one day earlier than I formerly had to as I was in a pretty good routine filling up once a week for my commute of 40 miles a day. This was the thing that took me the longest to get used to.
The 4th gear is bigger and I find myself cruising through town on the faster streets in fourth gear. When I went from the 48 to the 44 sprocket my 4th gear got bigger but now it is even bigger.
Call Smitty @ JP Motorsports and get one or have your dealer put one on for you. You will not regret it.
I do have less torque and have once again needed to adjust my riding style but I feel the reduced power is overcome by reving a little higher before shifts. Nothing unusual just a bit more. The benefits of this new gearing completely over shadow the drawbacks which also includes a reduction in fuel mileage.I get about 40-50 miles less per tank. This requires me to fill up one day earlier than I formerly had to as I was in a pretty good routine filling up once a week for my commute of 40 miles a day. This was the thing that took me the longest to get used to.
The 4th gear is bigger and I find myself cruising through town on the faster streets in fourth gear. When I went from the 48 to the 44 sprocket my 4th gear got bigger but now it is even bigger.
Call Smitty @ JP Motorsports and get one or have your dealer put one on for you. You will not regret it.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Headlight Upgrade - PIAA H4
I have upgraded the headlight of my urban assault sumo! When upgrading or replacing your stock headlight you will be requiring a H4 bulb. Of course you can go with another stock headlight there are much better lights that give a brighter light and actually draw less energy or the equivalent energy from the bikes electrical system. This is important for maintaining reliability and not over taxing the bikes system.
I upgraded to a PIAA 10904 H4 Intense White - H4 60/55W=135/125W Xtra Intense White Bulb. It is in my opinion a much brighter headlamp.
Shopping around I found them in a twin pack for $42.00 with free shipping. Regardless of the price you find you I am confident will be very happy with your purchase.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Reflective Motorcycle Decals / Stickers from Reflectivelyyours.com
I have had my 3M reflective decals or stickers on my motorcycle for over a year now and they look just as good as the day I put them on. Perfect in fact. They are the highest quality 3M material. I went with the black number plate decals that look black but when light reflects off them they reflect white. Very cool. I love them.
Here is my video displaying how the black reflective stickers turn white for safety when the light from the flash bulb hits them. You have probably seen this youtube video I made when I first put them on but it really shows how they show up when light hits the reflective sticker's material.
I wanted to let you all know where to get them since they are kind of hard to find and the people there were really very nice to me when I was asking them questions via email. I actually did not order the "number sets" I just told them I wanted 3 sets of the number 18 with the size that I was looking for and they mailed those out with some extra free stickers. Some "flames" and "jolly rogers". All of them are black reflective decals.
So check them out and tell your friends. Good family owned business with good people there at http://reflectivelyyours.com/.
Here is my video displaying how the black reflective stickers turn white for safety when the light from the flash bulb hits them. You have probably seen this youtube video I made when I first put them on but it really shows how they show up when light hits the reflective sticker's material.
I wanted to let you all know where to get them since they are kind of hard to find and the people there were really very nice to me when I was asking them questions via email. I actually did not order the "number sets" I just told them I wanted 3 sets of the number 18 with the size that I was looking for and they mailed those out with some extra free stickers. Some "flames" and "jolly rogers". All of them are black reflective decals.
So check them out and tell your friends. Good family owned business with good people there at http://reflectivelyyours.com/.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
First Spring motorcycle ride.
I rode to work a few times this Winter and it was a little too cold in the morning (I know you are saying "no duh" to yourself rite now). I was planning on toughing it out and riding most of the Winter knowing it would be possible but my Mom came to visit for Thanksgiving and then we had a week of rain. So I just got too comfy in my truck. The rides home were fine though. Now Spring time is here and the mornings are warming up. I just went for an evening ride.
The motorcycle sat outside with a cover over it all winter and still runs great. All the moving parts, breaks, levers etc. work flawlessly. At one point it sat for 2 1/2 months but when I went to start it up, the engine turned right over.
In a comment left by ejc_61364 he was wondering about future upgrades or modifications I may be planning. Rite now about the only thing I am considering is a new chain. I may just put a run of the mill motorcycle chain on but I really want the Sidewinder V-Series Smart Chain. It supposedly reduces friction and that would help this 200cc powerplant out I am sure. I will keep you all posted.
Have fun out there and be safe on your motorcycles.
The motorcycle sat outside with a cover over it all winter and still runs great. All the moving parts, breaks, levers etc. work flawlessly. At one point it sat for 2 1/2 months but when I went to start it up, the engine turned right over.
In a comment left by ejc_61364 he was wondering about future upgrades or modifications I may be planning. Rite now about the only thing I am considering is a new chain. I may just put a run of the mill motorcycle chain on but I really want the Sidewinder V-Series Smart Chain. It supposedly reduces friction and that would help this 200cc powerplant out I am sure. I will keep you all posted.
Have fun out there and be safe on your motorcycles.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
LED Dashboard Gear Indicator
Some people may say "this is not necessary". I say "your an idiot". OK, maybe not an idiot just a dummy! This LED dashboard gear indicator is one of my favorite features on the Qlink XF200. In this photo the "N" indicates the transmission is in neutral.
I use it CONSTANTLY. I use it to tell me when I am in neutral at stop lights so I can be sure I can let out my clutch without bucking the machine and stalling out, I use it when I am coming out of a turn onto another street to be sure I am not in too high of a gear, I use it when "splitting lanes" on the highway or in heavy city traffic to feel more secure in maintaining control (splitting lanes only legal in California FYI).
It comes in handy at all times when riding and saves a lot of avoidable abuse and wear and tear on the power train. Not to mention, this is a major benefit to beginners for obvious reasons. The xf200 is my first street motorcycle. This feature was/is so beneficial to me I felt it was long overdue for a mention in the XF200 Blog.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Rebuild Status
Well JP hooked it up. The new top end, which is basicly a new engine runs better than ever. It is as simple as that.
I have to tell you all that I freaked out and I mean I am embarrassed about how I acted when I found out the motor was being rebuilt instead of replaced. It is a long story but I was not understanding a lot of the procedures involved including making an appointment with the CHP to get the new engine registered . To make a long story short, my dealer JP motorsports was absolutely amazing. They actually had the bike ready so fast I could not get down to the shop fast enough. They saved me a lot of time and they built one hell of a motor.
I have to tell you all that I freaked out and I mean I am embarrassed about how I acted when I found out the motor was being rebuilt instead of replaced. It is a long story but I was not understanding a lot of the procedures involved including making an appointment with the CHP to get the new engine registered . To make a long story short, my dealer JP motorsports was absolutely amazing. They actually had the bike ready so fast I could not get down to the shop fast enough. They saved me a lot of time and they built one hell of a motor.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
New Top End
The result of my engine failure was a broken valve. It snapped off and destroyed the head and the top of the piston. So the plans changed. I did not get a new motor. Qlink shipped the the needed parts and my dealer rebuilt my top end. That saved me waiting for the new engine. I have to say the rebuilt the engine seems tighter than the one from the factory.
I will brake in the engine a little bit and make sure nothing comes loose and then resume using it to commute.
I will brake in the engine a little bit and make sure nothing comes loose and then resume using it to commute.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Qlink Free Roadside Assistance
Qlink offers free roadside assistance for the first year. I am looking into getting the phone number so I am not stranded on the side of the highway again.
Here is the link http://www.qlinkmotor.com/owners/owners.php announcing the program.
UPDATE: Qlink roadside assistance phone number 1-866-602-6881
Here is the link http://www.qlinkmotor.com/owners/owners.php announcing the program.
UPDATE: Qlink roadside assistance phone number 1-866-602-6881
Sunday, September 28, 2008
I Blew Up The Engine.
Well I was going down the highway at approximately 65-70 mph when the engine blew up. I was stuck on the side of the highway looking for a way to get it to the dealership. It would have been nice if my dealer provided me with the free roadside assistance phone number (http://www.qlinkmotor.com/riders.php) Qlink offers for the first year but that never happened. Not the end of the world as I understand this is a newer company and I am sort of a guinea pig.
Now for the good news. The dealer took the bike, contacted Qlink, pulled the engine, looked at it and sent them the pictures of the damage. Qlink is now sending a new engine. I should have the bike back in 10 days.
I still have 18 months left on the warranty. The best warranty available today (that I have found) from any manufacturer. Now we know Qlink is fulfilling their obligations of the warranty. The dealer is doing the work without a fuss. So once again I am happy with them. They have updated me with the communications from Qlink and assured me the engine would be installed the day it is received. I did sign an invoice with an hourly labor fee on it but I should not have to pay labor on warranty work. The order was created before the problem was officially determined.
I have roughly 6,500 km on the odometer which converts to 4,039 miles. I have heard from a few sources that this engine has an expected lifespan of roughly 20,000 miles and even though I was pushing it pretty hard I was keeping up on the maintenance with regular oil changes and a valve clearance adjustment so it appears the engine may have been defective. I only redlined it once (I think as I did not get a chance to look at the tachometer) when I missed second gear and shifted into neutral.
So we will see if the rest of this ordeal plays out hassle free as planned and I will surely update. I know that most of you will be most interested in the results of this warranty issue as the warranty issue has always been a top concern of anyone considering a purchase of this machine or any other china bike for good reason. So far Qlink the North American importer of Quigqi machines has separated itself from other Chinese importers/manufacturers.
Now for the good news. The dealer took the bike, contacted Qlink, pulled the engine, looked at it and sent them the pictures of the damage. Qlink is now sending a new engine. I should have the bike back in 10 days.
I still have 18 months left on the warranty. The best warranty available today (that I have found) from any manufacturer. Now we know Qlink is fulfilling their obligations of the warranty. The dealer is doing the work without a fuss. So once again I am happy with them. They have updated me with the communications from Qlink and assured me the engine would be installed the day it is received. I did sign an invoice with an hourly labor fee on it but I should not have to pay labor on warranty work. The order was created before the problem was officially determined.
I have roughly 6,500 km on the odometer which converts to 4,039 miles. I have heard from a few sources that this engine has an expected lifespan of roughly 20,000 miles and even though I was pushing it pretty hard I was keeping up on the maintenance with regular oil changes and a valve clearance adjustment so it appears the engine may have been defective. I only redlined it once (I think as I did not get a chance to look at the tachometer) when I missed second gear and shifted into neutral.
So we will see if the rest of this ordeal plays out hassle free as planned and I will surely update. I know that most of you will be most interested in the results of this warranty issue as the warranty issue has always been a top concern of anyone considering a purchase of this machine or any other china bike for good reason. So far Qlink the North American importer of Quigqi machines has separated itself from other Chinese importers/manufacturers.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Sputtering
My sputtering and lurching at highway speed took 3 trips to the dealer and 4 mechanics to resolve. Turns out it was just a vacuum lock in the gas tank. Now my machine is blazing down the highway.
Damn I am glad it is fixed. I did not talk about it much because I was still riding it everyday to work and having fun since it was only happening at top speeds. I was having troubles getting to 70 miles per hour but now back to 80 if I want it.
I did go down on the jet while diagnosing the problem and it only made things worse until the vacuum problem was fixed. My dealer thought I was full of it. I had to race out of there to get to work and did not have time to talk about the resolution and jet size when I was there.
If you have not been following the story I went from a 122.5 jet to a 135 jet. it ran fine but I was wasting fuel. I knew that the problem was not the jet because it ran fine for months before the stuttering problem began. So I got the valves adjusted and put a better suited jet in. I am not too upset as those things are were necessary and now they are out of the way.
It is just a little frustrating having someone look at you like your nuts and you can tell they just want you to get the hell out of their store. In their defense they did one more pow wow and came up with the vacuum lock scenario and thank goodness because now like I said before, it is fixed and running better than ever. I can appreciate all the modifications now.
Damn I am glad it is fixed. I did not talk about it much because I was still riding it everyday to work and having fun since it was only happening at top speeds. I was having troubles getting to 70 miles per hour but now back to 80 if I want it.
I did go down on the jet while diagnosing the problem and it only made things worse until the vacuum problem was fixed. My dealer thought I was full of it. I had to race out of there to get to work and did not have time to talk about the resolution and jet size when I was there.
If you have not been following the story I went from a 122.5 jet to a 135 jet. it ran fine but I was wasting fuel. I knew that the problem was not the jet because it ran fine for months before the stuttering problem began. So I got the valves adjusted and put a better suited jet in. I am not too upset as those things are were necessary and now they are out of the way.
It is just a little frustrating having someone look at you like your nuts and you can tell they just want you to get the hell out of their store. In their defense they did one more pow wow and came up with the vacuum lock scenario and thank goodness because now like I said before, it is fixed and running better than ever. I can appreciate all the modifications now.
Monday, August 18, 2008
44 Tooth Rear Sprocket Installed
Wow. I just had the 44 tooth rear sprocket installed. That is 4 teeth down from stock. I was worried about loosing power but it has werked out great. no notable power loss.
I really like it. I now have a long 4th gear. That is great for around town. I actually sometimes do not realize I am still in 4th gear and anyone who has ridden this machine knows that you are in fifth gear before you can say "God bless America"!
The new custom 44 tooth XF200 rear sprocket brought the rpms at 75 mph down a full 500 rpms to 7,000. not bad for $29.95!!!
I got the valves adjusted and it was needed bad. The high speed stuttering is gone. The mechanics eliminated a fuel issue as the cause and quickly determined the valves needed adjusting. I am definetly going to go back down on the jet as I am dumping too much gas on the plug. It was really black.
I noticed that I am having more fun on the XF200 with the new sprocket. It acts a lot different. Some of the characteristics take a little while to realize. I have had it on for about a week now.
Get one for yourself from JP Motorsports. They have them in stock now!!!
I really like it. I now have a long 4th gear. That is great for around town. I actually sometimes do not realize I am still in 4th gear and anyone who has ridden this machine knows that you are in fifth gear before you can say "God bless America"!
The new custom 44 tooth XF200 rear sprocket brought the rpms at 75 mph down a full 500 rpms to 7,000. not bad for $29.95!!!
I got the valves adjusted and it was needed bad. The high speed stuttering is gone. The mechanics eliminated a fuel issue as the cause and quickly determined the valves needed adjusting. I am definetly going to go back down on the jet as I am dumping too much gas on the plug. It was really black.
I noticed that I am having more fun on the XF200 with the new sprocket. It acts a lot different. Some of the characteristics take a little while to realize. I have had it on for about a week now.
Get one for yourself from JP Motorsports. They have them in stock now!!!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
4000 km update
That’s right 4000 km update. I have now discovered that this odometer is reading in kilometers and not miles!!! It only took me 3,999 kilometers to figure this out!!! So at this point 4,000 kilometers = 2,485.48477 miles. So now that we have that straight the bike needs some maintenance.
I am experience pretty significant sputtering when 65 mph or above on the highway. I noticed the hose from the emissions unit going into the air box was disconnected from the air box so I reattached it and it amplified the problem. So I am going to take it in and have the regular scheduled maintenance done.
The problem has started to present itself about 1 month ago. It is getting worse so I have no choice. I have determined that a valve adjustment will be in order.
I am getting some light popping at speed as well from the exhaust. Nothing too severe at all. So I may need to re-jet the carb back down. I went too big when I went from a 122.5 to a 135 jet. Also there is no fuel filter so that will be added as well.
Even with the issues I am still riding it everyday to and from werk. 40 miles = 64.37376 kilometers!! I trust the bike enough to get me there and back.
I am experience pretty significant sputtering when 65 mph or above on the highway. I noticed the hose from the emissions unit going into the air box was disconnected from the air box so I reattached it and it amplified the problem. So I am going to take it in and have the regular scheduled maintenance done.
The problem has started to present itself about 1 month ago. It is getting worse so I have no choice. I have determined that a valve adjustment will be in order.
I am getting some light popping at speed as well from the exhaust. Nothing too severe at all. So I may need to re-jet the carb back down. I went too big when I went from a 122.5 to a 135 jet. Also there is no fuel filter so that will be added as well.
Even with the issues I am still riding it everyday to and from werk. 40 miles = 64.37376 kilometers!! I trust the bike enough to get me there and back.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Free Shipping on the JP/FMF Pipe.
Fantastic news for anyone with a Qlink XF200 or even a Suzuki DR200SE (I think) in the continental United States. Free shipping in the continental U.S. JP Motorsports will ship it out free. So $199.00 plus tax ships it to you free.
The pipe adds a lot of power in my opinion. Of course this is just the "seat of my pants" dyno but its fairly fool proof, just no LCD display! If you have this bike you need this pipe. I am sure you have been looking for one anyways.
I talk more about it below. Just wanted to update the shipping news.
The pipe adds a lot of power in my opinion. Of course this is just the "seat of my pants" dyno but its fairly fool proof, just no LCD display! If you have this bike you need this pipe. I am sure you have been looking for one anyways.
I talk more about it below. Just wanted to update the shipping news.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Chapter 9: XF200 JP/FMF Custom Pipe
XF200 custom JP/FMF muffler! This XF200 JP/FMF muffler is specially fabricated by JP Motorsports with permission from FMF! The only place this XF200 JP/FMF slip on exhaust can be purchased is from JP Motorsports. The original Turbine Core 2
pipe that is welded to the the muffler does not mirror up to the stock header pipe. The JP/FMF Turbine Core 2 is two different pipes/mufflers fabricated into one. The XF200 JP/FMF muffler is now available for $199.00.
This specially fabricated XF200 JP/FMF Turbine Core 2 muffler adds a nice power increase! It is a DOT approved silencer with spark arrester. Although not the newest muffler FMF makes, it just so happens it's exactly what a XF200 200cc powerplant needs. In addition to help keep the price down.
Here are the main talking points for the muffler / silencer;
Maintains peak power while retaining spark arrester capabilities
TDS (Turbine Dampening Separator) is a unique baffle design that eliminates the exhaust restriction associated with conventional spark arresters
Originally used by Team Suzuki Off-Road and Team KTM
U.S. Forest Service approved
The only thing you will have to do to get this JP/FMF Turbine Core 2 installed on your XF200 (aside from removing your existing stock muffler) is drill a hole in the provided bracket used to bolt up to your XF200. Then bolt it on. A perfect fit.
Right now, there is no link on the JP Motorsports website to order. You will have to manually pick up the phone and speak to a real live person at 619-564-4935 or toll free at 800-720-1829! You could also email them @ Sales@JPMotorSports.net. I am sure Online ordering will be available as soon as the webmaster for the website can design the webpage!
Monday, June 9, 2008
More XF200 Qlinks In Stock.
The XF200 demand was surpassed in the United States. Now US Qlink dealers have been restocked with the XF200. The shortage lasted only 2 weeks. I was at my dealership this weekend and they had 10 XF200 Qlinks ready to go in all three colors; orange, silver and flat black on the showroom floor and lined up outside on display. Again there were plenty around the world but the demand was surpassed for the American market. So as anticipated this shortage was short lived. Go get yourself one now!
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Chapter 8: XF200 Performance Modifications Revised
I have to correct some information previously written about here in the Qlink XF200 blog. I was at the dealer getting my 1000 mile service and was given a lot of good information. First off the 135 jet was too much. The spark plug was grey and if not resolved will burn up the engine. So I will be swapping that out for a smaller size. I did take off the air box lid to get the carb more air but I was told that hurts engine performance as the back pressure is reduced too much. I was advised to put it back on and drill some holes in it instead so that is what I did. Drilled 2 holes in the cover. Will advise if more are needed in the future.
Now for some really, really good news. My dealership, JP Motorsports is working with me to get the Qlink XF200 tuned to optimal performance. They have ordered some pipes to test on the Qlink XF200. That was last week. I am hoping to have a new pipe and correct jetting on the motorcycle next week. Luckily Smitty (the salesman), rides his everyday to work and we are both very interested in the Qlink XF200 being tuned for the highway.
I have swapped out the front sprocket to a 428 16 tooth sprocket. It requires some machining as there are no known 16 tooth front sprockets that will just slip on. Evidently there is a lip on the DRZ200 16 tooth front sprocket that needs to be removed for it to fit on the Qlink XF200 spindle. But there you have it. A front sprocket that werks.
I now can cruise at 80 mph with just that modification alone! The rpms are at 8000 now at 80 mph so at 70 mph are down to about 7300 or so. It did take me a little while to figure out how to ride it after the sprocket swap as It did loose power. I was having trouble getting up to 70 mph until I modified my riding style by just winding up the engine a little more before shifting gears. I was going to go to a 17 tooth sprocket but it won’t fit in the area around the spindle unfortunately. As it turns out I believe any further sprocket mods would be too much power loss although I am considering going to a 45/44 tooth rear. Don't need to right this moment though.
Now it should be pointed out that 80 mph is not achieved sitting straight up. I have to crouch down to reduce wind resistance. I have ridden in some windy conditions and the XF200 is very stable. I know that some people were concerned about that with it being so light and all. I believe the tires have a lot to do with that as enduro tires are thinner among other things.
Now for some really, really good news. My dealership, JP Motorsports is working with me to get the Qlink XF200 tuned to optimal performance. They have ordered some pipes to test on the Qlink XF200. That was last week. I am hoping to have a new pipe and correct jetting on the motorcycle next week. Luckily Smitty (the salesman), rides his everyday to work and we are both very interested in the Qlink XF200 being tuned for the highway.
I have swapped out the front sprocket to a 428 16 tooth sprocket. It requires some machining as there are no known 16 tooth front sprockets that will just slip on. Evidently there is a lip on the DRZ200 16 tooth front sprocket that needs to be removed for it to fit on the Qlink XF200 spindle. But there you have it. A front sprocket that werks.
I now can cruise at 80 mph with just that modification alone! The rpms are at 8000 now at 80 mph so at 70 mph are down to about 7300 or so. It did take me a little while to figure out how to ride it after the sprocket swap as It did loose power. I was having trouble getting up to 70 mph until I modified my riding style by just winding up the engine a little more before shifting gears. I was going to go to a 17 tooth sprocket but it won’t fit in the area around the spindle unfortunately. As it turns out I believe any further sprocket mods would be too much power loss although I am considering going to a 45/44 tooth rear. Don't need to right this moment though.
Now it should be pointed out that 80 mph is not achieved sitting straight up. I have to crouch down to reduce wind resistance. I have ridden in some windy conditions and the XF200 is very stable. I know that some people were concerned about that with it being so light and all. I believe the tires have a lot to do with that as enduro tires are thinner among other things.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
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Sunday, May 18, 2008
Chapter 7: Qlink XF200 Demand Surpassed
Well it is anticipated to be short lived, about 2 weeks roughly, but dealers stateside are running out of the Qlink XF200. The demand for this awesome, priced right, extra fun (that is what the XF in XF200 stands for) 200cc supermoto has exceeded expectations. Although there is no official posting of the shortage here is the official Qlink website.
Quite honestly they really don't have there act together as far as accessibility and updating the website. They have a section for news but it has not been updated in the 6 months I have been following it. They don't even mention the XF200 in that section. To me that is surprising. Although they did add a new dual sport model, the XP200 and updated the prices in that timeframe. I am not sure if they understand the importance of the website. I have contacted them about aftermarket parts via email. It took them about a week to respond in broken English and very abruptly said do not call them call the dealer. I got the same response when I called them. A secretary who also spoke broken English and referred me to my dealer. I believe I called Texas as that is where one of the 2 main warehouse are in the United States.I don't have anything against broken English, just passing on my experiences. The lady seemed quite surprised when she asked me If I was a dealer when I replied no. Like they have not had any calls from individuals.
Now when a piece of body plastic broke when it fell over in the truck when being delivered to my house it only took a few days to get it replaced. My dealership JP Motorsports has been great.They are very interested I feel in a strong commitment to the XF200 and some other Qlink products. Don't get me wrong they sell all the Japanese stuff too!
So anyways, this shortage should just be a little blip in the new budding North American expansion For Qlink.
Quite honestly they really don't have there act together as far as accessibility and updating the website. They have a section for news but it has not been updated in the 6 months I have been following it. They don't even mention the XF200 in that section. To me that is surprising. Although they did add a new dual sport model, the XP200 and updated the prices in that timeframe. I am not sure if they understand the importance of the website. I have contacted them about aftermarket parts via email. It took them about a week to respond in broken English and very abruptly said do not call them call the dealer. I got the same response when I called them. A secretary who also spoke broken English and referred me to my dealer. I believe I called Texas as that is where one of the 2 main warehouse are in the United States.I don't have anything against broken English, just passing on my experiences. The lady seemed quite surprised when she asked me If I was a dealer when I replied no. Like they have not had any calls from individuals.
Now when a piece of body plastic broke when it fell over in the truck when being delivered to my house it only took a few days to get it replaced. My dealership JP Motorsports has been great.They are very interested I feel in a strong commitment to the XF200 and some other Qlink products. Don't get me wrong they sell all the Japanese stuff too!
So anyways, this shortage should just be a little blip in the new budding North American expansion For Qlink.
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