QLINK MOTOR BLOG

New Product Updates

As you may know, QLINK Motor has many anticipated new units on the horizon; many of you are asking us daily for an update on the progress of production and when they will be released. QLINK is just as, if not more, anxious than all of you to get these bikes out on the road. However, we want to get them out with good quality and great performance and if that means pushing back the date a little, we’ll do it!

 

Rave 50/150

The Rave, one of QLINK’s new and exclusive scooters, became available for purchase now! This scooter comes in two engine sizes, has plenty of storage, and is very sturdy on its 13-inch wheels! All Raves are year 2010.

 

Megelli 250s

The three Megelli models are the most anticipated products. Finally we have got 2010 EPA certificate. It means we are legal to import them now. However, our R & D team in China is working on the improvement of engine to make sure it has enough speed and durability. For sure Megelli will be available in early next year, but we may be able to make it happen earlier.

 

Matador 50/150 and Zip 150

The Matador and Zip are also QLINK two of QLINK's exclusive scooters. Right now the body plastics are still under final modification to ensure they fit seamlessly. The estimated time to make them available will be next Spring.

 

Splendor 400

This super-scooter has been in the cards for QLINK for quite a while now. It was difficult to get the EPA approval for this scooter, but once QLINK decided to take control of that process and handle it ourselves, it finally got done! That is correct, the Splendor is EPA approved for 2010; this unit however, was also stopped by our QLINK Quality Control for some simple issues with a few outside plastic panels.  New molds are being made and tested, and the perfected Splendor 400s are expected to be available to consumers in 2010.

 

 

Engine Break-In Procedure

The most important time in an engine’s life is the first 600-1000 miles (950-1600 kilometers), or the break-in period. How the bike is driven in this period will determine how the engine will run for the rest of its life and how long it will last. New engines have not had time to seat the compression rings to the cylinder walls, this is the main purpose of the Break-In Period. There is a lot of controversy out there about the proper break in method for a new bike and, as is the case, we decided to do some research and get with our QLINK technicians as well to see what they recommend as the best Break-In Procedure. We have outlined what we have deemed the best way below!

 

In general, with any unit, it is important that you vary the speed and RPM (take them up and down) that the engine is driven at for the first 600 miles (950 km) without pushing the unit too hard by red lining it or driving with the throttle wide open. Do not attempt to reach top speed within the break-in period. Below is a chart of the speed/RPM that QLINK recommends you should not exceed during this time:

 

Engine CC	Break-In Limit
50 cc	25 mph
150 cc	40 mph
200-250 cc	50 mph
400 cc +	4,000 RPM

 

To avoid possible damage to the engine, QLINK also recommends that you do not put your new unit through any long term highway use within the first 600 miles (950 km).  Remember, this break-in period is allowing your engine to set perfectly within itself; this will result in small metal shavings in your engine oil as its continuous motion creates a smooth path for the movable parts. For this reason, we require an oil change at least 600 miles (950 km) into your engine’s life; however, many enthusiasts feel that changing the oil within the first 200-300 miles (350-500 km) is ideal since the bulk of the Break-In should be done at that point and running that metal filled oil through your engine could lead to serious issues.

 

While many people feel that the Break-In Period is bothersome and want to just get out on the open road, you must remember those first miles on your bike are the most crucial. Taking it slow and breaking the engine in properly will provide optimal performance and the biggest reward for the bike, and for you, in the long run!