QLINK MOTOR BLOG

QLINK named official sponsor of AMA Dragbike

 
 GRAPEVINE, TX (February 23, 2010) – QLINK MOTOR announced today that they will partner with AMA Dragbike. As part of the agreement, QLINK MOTOR will become the Official Scooter and UTV of the AMA Dragbike Championship Series through 2012.

QLINK MOTOR will provide AMA Dragbike with scooters and UTV vehicles for use at the AMA Dragbike Championship Series events.

As an AMA Dragbike official sponsor, QLINK MOTOR will receive visibility at AMA Dragbike Series events as well as exposure throughout AMA Dragbike’s various media platforms.

“We are delighted to welcome QLINK MOTOR into the AMA Dragbike family of sponsors,” said Scott Valetti, president of AMA Dragbike. “The quality and style of the scooters and UTVs that QLINK MOTOR provides AMA Dragbike will help our trackside services as well as our on track officials do their jobs in a more efficient manner. We feel the partnership will offer outstanding exposure opportunities to generate awareness and recognition for QLINK MOTOR.”

“We’re extremely excited to be partnering with the AMA Dragbike Championship Series,” stated QLINK MOTOR vice president Allan Lai. “They’re a first-class organization that provides tremendous entertainment for all members of the family. This partnership falls directly in line with our strategy of partnering with great organizations to build national awareness of the QLINK brand. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship.”

QLINK also announced the launch of their contingency program that will parallel their official status. Any rider who makes it to the finals and owns a 2009 or later QLINK vehicle is eligible for cash rewards.

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.

 

 

2009 QLINK XF200 Review

Motorcycle.com just released the product review for 2009 QLINK XF200 Supermoto on its website. This product review was setup almost two months ago by motorcycle.com. After reading this review, we would like to respond to some points not revealed in this article.

First of all, we are so grateful that Mr. Brisette and his team made such insightful review on QLINK XF200. QLINK will continue to push XF200 to another higher level based on all comments from this review and readers' feedback.  

A lot of people are still confused about who is QLINK. QLINK actually is established in 1988 in Taipei, Taiwan, and now QLINK has become a multinational group having companies in USA, Mexico, Brazil, Nigeria, Hungary, and China. Technically speaking, QLINK does not produce any vehicles. What QLINK does is to search the best products from different manufacturers to make up its product line. So far none of a single Chinese manufacturer can make all powersports products. Some are specialized in scooter, and some are focusing on off-road bikes. As a result, QLINK has made commitment to becoming a platform providing the best value products from different manufacturers. Yes, you may see same product that QLINK has and someone else has also, but QLINK is rearranging its product line to be all exclusive, such as Megelli series.

So, what is the relationship between QLINK and Jinan Qingqi? Just like what I have mentioned above, Jiana Qingqi is one of QLINK's manufacturers in China and QLINK has exclusivity to sell XF200 and XP200in USA. QLINK was told by Qingqi that it has joint venture with Suzuli in China to produce engines for Suzuki. In fact, it's very common for Chinese manufacturers to have some sort of cooperation with foreign companies in China. The major reasons for this kind of cooperation. One is that foreign companies can take advantage of lower labor cost in China for production. Second is that those foreign companies can sell technology to Chinese manufacturers and open Chinese market via those Chinese manufacturers they work with.

Last but not least, QLINK is trying to providethe best value products in the market. In this review, it mentioned about some parts are not highest quality compared with Japanese bikes. However, we need to know our strategy is not to cope with Japanese manufacturers but to fill in the gap that people want more affordable price but still acceptable quality and warranty. Most of QLINK products are at least 30% less than Japanese brands but double length of period for warranty. Moreover, all QLINK street bikes come with one year free roadside assistance. I have to say that it is your business if you decide to pay more, but it is QLINK's business if you want to pay less!

Lucky Man Won a Hawk 50 From Hooters Event

QLINK MOTOR recently teamed up with Hooters and our local radio stations including multiple popular ones in DFW area. Those radio stations are The Eagle FM97.1, Kiss FM106.1, Mix FM102.9, and Lone Star FM92.5.

Hooters was hosting 5 separate events at different locations on Sundays where different stations would be on site broadcasting and promoting free giveaways including anything from T-Shirts, CDs, and concert tickets to a Grill, Wakeboard, and finally an orange QLINK Hawk 50 scooter! 

The events attracted many enthusiastic members of the DFW community whom were excited to play games and share a laugh over the famous Hooters wings and beer.  The beautiful women weren’t a bad incentive either. Of course, everyone who showed up and got to see the beautifully displayed Hawk 50 couldn’t resist sitting on it, taking pictures with it and their waitresses, and finally placing their name in the drawing anxious to win the prize!

On the final day of the promotion, held at the Grapevine, TX Hooters location, names were drawn and the new owner of the QLINK Hawk 50 was announced; Brandon Blankenship of Forth Worth, Texas. Brandon came by QLINK the next week excited to pick up his scooter and ready to turn heads on his new orange QLINK Hawk 50 and we are sure he’s having fun!

Congratulations to Brandon who gets to go out on the open road any day he pleases and feel the wind in his hair and the bugs in his teeth! Brandon is living his dreams today, what about you?

Buy QLINK and Get Tax Deduction

If you are thinking about shopping QLINK for a new motorcycle or scooter, then you are not only in the market for a reliable, quality product, but you are looking for a good value that won’t hurt your pocket book as well! It is also no surprise that you have done your research; with the most competitive pricing in the marker for vehicles of such quality and reliability and with such great manufacturer’s warranties, QLINK products already fit well within your pocket book’s limit! The government, however, has put an act into play that will ease your financial burden even more!

The “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009” is a large piece of legislature that deals with helping everyone from individuals to industries as a whole and it was signed into effect on February 17, 2009! This act offers a tax deduction that applies to all of QLINK’s 2-wheeled products purchased in “New” condition between February 17, 2009 and December 31, 2009. To qualify, the bike must weigh less than 8,500 lbs and cost less than $49,500. The income of the purchaser must be under $125,000 annually or under $250,000 for joint filers.

This deduction will come into play when paying your taxes at the end of the 2009 tax year. This covers state, local, or excise tax and you do not need to itemize to receive the benefits. All you will need to do is subtract the amount of tax that you paid on the bike from your Federal Income before paying your Income Tax. For more information or help with this process, make sure you contact the IRS or consult with your Income Tax Preparation Professionals!

QLINK knows that every little bit helps and we can only hope that you take advantage of this fantastic opportunity; Define your own way!

Thumbs Up On QLINK Ready-To-Ride Delivery

Many people are asking us about 'ready-to-ride delivery'. What is QLINK ready-to-ride delivery? Since April 09, QLINK has launch its online store allowing consumers to order bikes directly from QLINK MOTOR online. When an order is placed online, QLINK will check to see if any QLINK authorized dealer is in the area to fulfill the order. If so, QLINK will pass the order to that dealer and consumer will pick up the bike from this local dealer. Nevertheless, if there is no QLINK dealer in the area, we will fulfill the order and ship the bike out from warehouse. In this case, the bike will be fully assembled and tested by QLINK technicians to guarantee the quality, and the bike will be ship out with ready-to-ride delivery.

To better explain the concept of ready-to-ride delivery, we took some pictures before the bike is shipped out so you can get idea of how do we crate the bike.

 
The picture above shows that the bike is securely tied down on a pallet. As you can see, the bike is fully assembled so that there in no assembly needed when you receive the bike. Our service department will not only fully assemble but test ride the bike. A P.D.I (pre-delivery inspection) process will also be performed before the bike is ready to ship. At this point, the bike you order has been serviced to make sure it's ready to ride. Of course, the battery is fully charged and installed as well. In some cases, due to the height of the crate, we will leave mirrors unattached and consumer will need to attach mirrors. All you need to do to install mirrors is to screw them in the base on handlebar. Don't worry, even cavemen can do it. You will need to install mirrors only on XF200 and XP200 those two models.

 
On the picture above you can see after the bike wastied down securely, we started to crate up the whole bike. The bike will be covered by 4 wall panels and a top panel.  

   
The picture above is the way you will receive crate. Now all you have to do is to uncrate with screw driver or power tool. 

Notice! We can deliver all motorcycles or scooters to your house with lift gate service, but for FrontRunner 500/700 and Rodeo 500/700 , due to the vehicle size, we can only ship to the address with loading dock or to the closest carrier's  terminal for you to pick up. Most consumers were impressed by how secure the way we crate the bikes. Now you need to put gas in the bike and you will be ready to ride! 

No Interest For Up To 12 Months

QLINK has extended its retail financing program for up to 6-month and 12-month. Since last October, powersports industry has lost a lot of business due to the lack of retail financing. GE Funancing and HSBC, used by most dealers to finance bikes, both cut back their programs on powersports products.

For QLINK's enhanced retail financing program, consumers can apply financing on vehicles for 6-month or 12-month long. If the purchase price is within $1000.00, consumers can only apply for 6-month financing. However, if purchase price is over $1000.00, consumers can apply for 12-month financing.

This retail financing program is only available at QLINK Online Store. Now it's the time to own a QLINK bike and enjoy no interest for 12 months. Apply Now and Live Your Dreams Today!

Ordering Parts Just Few Clicks Away

In the past, QLINK MOTOR has only sold parts to its authorized dealers due to the necessity of a trained mechanic to put the parts on the units properly and without harm to the vehicle. Many consumers have continued to call us looking to purchase body panels and other parts requiring minimal work effort to install. We have continued to direct consumers to authorized QLINK dealership. However, some consumers are not near a dealership and want to get parts immediately. As a result, QLINK has decided to put selected parts up for sale on QLINK Online Store.

 

That is correct, by simply visiting QLINK Online Store many parts can be purchased and paid online.  The parts will then be shipped directly to the address you supply. QLINK, however, does not encourage our consumers to disassemble mechanical parts of the machine or try to do work that only authorized technicians should perform. As such, the parts for sale online are only parts that can be removed and replaced simply. We want to make the parts chase easier for our consumers, but we also want to keep you and your vehicle safe. If you find that the part you are looking for is not available online, but feel that it should be, please simply contact us via our Live Support during business hours or email us at consumer@qlinkmotor.com.  Any request will be taken into consideration by our parts department and could be added to the online store.

 

QLINK always recommends that you go through your dealership for any and all work not only for safety but for warranty preservation as well. If a unit is damaged due to unauthorized work, the consumer will be held fully responsible.

See QLINK at Sam's Club

Last month we mentioned that QLINK MOTOR has teamed up with Sam's Club to use its local clubs as show rooms. Now QLINK has started displaying vehicle at Sam's Club in Grapevine, Texas. The first vehicle we display is 2009 FrontRunner 500. This 2009 FrontRunner comes with new camo which is designed by Vista. Upon the vehicle was just dropped at Sam's Club, people started to ask about all kinds of questions. People were amazed by the design of FrontRunner, especially pricing is so competitive against Japanese brands in the market. One Sam's Club member said he has a friend owns a ranch, and his friend is looking for UTV for his ranch. This price will be ideal to fit in his budget, and functionality of FrontRunner is just perfect to meet his requirements on ranch work.

QLINK 2009 FronRunner series comes with two engine types. One is 471cc with 22.8 HP, and it's MSRP is $6,995.00. Another is 686cc with 33.5 HP, and its MSRP is $7,995.00. Both models come standard with Mile Marker winch and doors.

QLINK MOTOR is providing special discount for Sam's Club members. Please ask Sam's Club or contact us for details. To see more pictures of new FrontRunner, please visit our Facebook.

Do New Vehicle Standards Really Help?

President Obama announced plans on Tuesday (May 19, 2009) for a national fuel-economyand greenhouse-gas standard that would significantly increase mileage requirements for cars and trucks by 2016. The new requirements mark the first time there has been a nationwide standard for emissions of greenhouse gases. They require an average mileage standard of 39 miles per gallon for cars and 30 mpg for trucks by 2016 – a jump from the current average for all vehicles of 25 miles per gallon.

The new standards cover the model years 2012 to 2016 and are expected to add about $600 to the cost of a new car. The White House predicted significant environmental benefits from the program, with a projected savings over the life of the program of 1.8 billion barrels of oil, and reductions of 900 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.

 

While Americans are thinking how to save gas and reduce pollution, we should also see how people do in Europe and Asia. Most people in Europe and Asia use motorcycles or scooters as their main transportation. Unlike Americans, most Europeans or Asians ride to work or to anywhere within 30 miles. The new vehicle standards require 39 MPG for cars and 30 MPG for trucks. Well, the average MPG for motorcycles or scooters is more than 50 MPG. Some scooters even have +100 MPG. For example, the MPG for QLINK XF200 is around 85 miles per gallon. Moreover, motorcycle or scooter requires very minimum maintenance compared with cars. So the cost to ride a motorcycle or scooter is definitely much less than the cost to drive a car.

It is Americans’ time to adopt motorcycle or scooter as transportation besides car. Looking for a motorcycle or scooter? Check out QLINK MOTOR website at www.qlinkmotor.com and let’s go green.