2011 QLINK Tour Review

Intro

QLINK Motor was founded back in 1988 and is located in Dallas, Texas. QLINK offers a slew of products and caters to different markets. QLINK brand motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides are some of the vehicles that QLINK prides themselves on. QLINK’s main distribution facility can be found in Edwardsville, PA, but has hubs in other parts of the world as well. These QLINK hubs can be found in Mexico, Brazil, Hungary, Nigeria, Taiwan and China. No matter the location, QLINK is always available to assist both customers and dealers with whatever they may need. This is the QLINK way of doing business and it has worked for them over the years, as their popularity continues to grow to astounding numbers. Even though QLINK may not have a strong presence in United States households as of yet, they are still a popular company in other countries and their presence continues to grow in the United States.

The 2011 QLINK Tour is being sold currently at the price of $3395 and comes with a twin-sided swing arm rear suspension. The 2011 QLINK Tour is a two-seater motorcycle, so there is plenty of comfort provided for those riders that enjoy having someone ride with them. There are foot pegs provided for the passenger, so they are ensured a comfortable ride, especially when going for longer distances. The two-pieced studded leather seats are for both the driver and the passenger to enjoy while riding on the QLINK Tour. The gas tank is of average size and will not require any sort of hi-test or premium fuel. Instead, the QLINK Tour takes regular fuel, so riders can enjoy the benefits of saving money at the pump. The QLINK does come with a 24-month warranty, so owners are protected in case anything would happen to their motorcycle for up to two years.

Operators of the QLINK Tour must realize that the motorcycle is not going to be as powerful as other motorcycles on the market. The QLINK Tour has 16 lb-ft of torque and that doesn’t translate well when it comes to acceleration. However, the QLINK Tour is not meant to be a fast motorcycle. Instead, it is meant to be a cruiser that is easy to ride and handle and is comfortable for the operator and passenger. Anyone that is familiar with cruisers will be able to respect this. However, someone looking for more power and aggression should look elsewhere. Although the QLINK Tour may not be as powerful as other motorcycles, it does boast the aggressive looks and tone of upper-level motorcycles, such as a Harley-Davidson. It may not have the power to match the Harley-Davidson, but it does have the comfort element down pat.

New For 2011

  • Studded seat design
  • Triple-halogen headlights design
  • Alloy wheels made for heavy duty purposes
  • V-Twin engine equipped with chrome accents
  • Chrome-based dual exhaust
  • Option of having a windshield added
  • Option of having side bags added

2011 QLINK Tour Specs

  • Model: 2011 QLINK Tour
  • Engine Type: V-Twin
  • Bore and Stroke: Four-stroke
  • Compression ratio: 9.4:1
  • Valve Train: SOHC
  • Induction: Liquid
  • Ignition: Electric
  • Transmission: Five-speed Manual
  • Final Drive: N/A
  • Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gallons
  • Estimated Fuel Economy: N/A
  • Brakes (Front): Hydraulic Disc
  • Brakes (Rear): Hydraulic Disc
  • Suspension (Front): Telescopic Fork
  • Suspension (Rear): Twin Sided Swing Arm
  • Wheelbase: 61.8 inches
  • Rake: N/A
  • Trail: N/A
  • Seat Height: 26.9 inches
  • Curb Weight: N/A
  • Tires (Front): 110/90-16
  • Tires (Rear): 130/90-16

Accessories

  • Backrest pad for extra comfort while driving. Takes stress off the back, especially on lengthy trips
  • Windshield will help deter weather, rain, bugs, wind and other potentially harmful objects
  • Side bags for extra added space, especially handy for long trips

Key Competitors For The 2011 QLINK Tour

  • Victory Touring
  • Yamaha V Star 250
  • Hyosung GV 250
  • American Lifan LF250
  • Kawasaki Eliminator