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QJMOTOR Malaysia dengan bangganya memperkenalkan model elektrik terbaharunya, QJMOTOR E-LTR, yang menggabungkan reka bentuk moden, prestasi dinamik serta teknologi praktikal untuk
kegunaan harian. Pelancaran rasmi ini menandakan kemasukan QJMOTOR ke segmen skuter elektrik pertama di Malaysia.

QJMOTOR E-LTR hadir dalam dua pilihan warna iaitu Biru Gelap dan Putih, ditawarkan pada harga RM6,999.00 (tidak termasuk caj pendaftaran dan insurans), dan boleh didapati di semua pengedar sah Mforce di seluruh Malaysia. Pemilik juga layak menerima rebat sehingga RM2,400 di bawah inisiatif MARiiCas mengikut terma dan syarat.

Dari segi prestasi, QJMOTOR E-LTR dikuasakan oleh motor roda elektrik berkuasa maksimum 3,000W, dengan sistem penyejukan udara. Ia mampu mencapai kelajuan tertinggi 70km/j, sudut pendakian sehingga 19° dan jarak tunggangan sekitar 105km dengan sekali caj penuh. Menariknya, QJMOTOR E-LTR mempunyai tiga mod kelajuan yang boleh dipilih mengikut keselesaan.

Model ini menggunakan bateri Lithium-Ion 74V27Ah/ Terdapat dua slot bateri disediakan, satu unit diberikan bersama motosikal, manakala satu lagi boleh ditambah secara pilihan. Caj dari 30% hingga 80% SOC mengambil masa 5-6 jam, manakala caj penuh membolehkan tunggangan sehingga anggaran 105km/h.

Dari segi dimensi, QJMOTOR E-LTR berukuran 1,890mm panjang, 710mm lebar dan 1,100mm tinggi, dengan jarak roda 1,310mm, kelegaan tanah 145mm serta ketinggian tempat duduk 760mm. Berat motosikal ini ialah 98.5kg tanpa bateri, menjadikannya ringan dan mudah dikendalikan di jalan raya.

Bagi sistem suspensi, ia dilengkapi penyerap hentak hidraulik di bahagian hadapan serta suspensi hidraulik berkembar di bahagian belakang. Sistem membrek pula menggunakan cakera hidraulik dengan teknologi CBS di kedua-dua bahagian hadapan dan belakang, digandingkan dengan tayar hadapan bersaiz 100/90-R12 dan tayar belakang 110/90-R12 untuk kestabilan maksimum.

QJMOTOR E-LTR turut menampilkan pelbagai ciri moden seperti meter digital LCD, dengan fungsi LED pada lampu utama, lampu belakang, lampu isyarat dan butang hazard. Motosikal ini juga dilengkapi suis keselamatan tongkat sisi, sistem kunci anti-kecurian, tempat duduk premium bertekstur, poket simpanan depan berkembar, ruang simpanan bawah tempat duduk, cangkuk praktikal serta port pengecasan USB.

Lebih menarik, skuter ini turut mempunyai fungsi kod ralat (Error Code/ERR) yang memudahkan pengguna mengesan sebarang masalah teknikal dengan cepat dan efisien.

Dengan setiap pembelian QJMOTOR E-LTR, para pembeli boleh menikmati jaminan pengeluar selama dua tahun atau jarak perjalanan 20,000km (yang mana tiba dahulu) tertakluk kepada terma dan syarat. Para pembeli juga boleh menikmati pembelian alat ganti tulen atas talian oleh Mforce Bike Holdings Sdn. Bhd.

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QJMOTOR Malaysia has launched the QJMOTOR E-LTR electric scooter. It blends modern styling, dynamic performance and practical technology for everyday riding.

This official launch marks QJMOTOR’s inaugural entry into the Malaysian electric scooter segment. The QJMOTOR E-LTR is available in two attractive colours, Dark Blue and White, offered at a price of RM6,999.00 (excluding registration charges and insurance) and will be available at all authorised Mforce dealerships across Malaysia. Owners will receive a rebate of up to RM2,400 under the MARiiCas initiative, subject to terms and conditions.

In terms of performance, QJMOTOR E-LTR is powered by a 3,000W wheel motor with an air-cooled system. It delivers a top speed of 70km/h, a maximum climbing grade up to 19° and an endurance range of 105km on a single full charge. Interestingly, QJMOTOR E-LTR offers three riding modes that can be selected according to comfort.

It is equipped with a 74V27Ah Lithium-Ion battery. The scooter comes standard with one battery, while a second unit can be added as an option. Charging from 30% to 80% SOC takes 5-6 hours, while a full charge provides up to a 105km range.

For dimensions, the scooter measures 1,890mm in length, 710mm in width and 1,100mm in height, with a wheelbase of 1,310mm, ground clearance of 145mm and a seat height of 760mm. The curb weight is only 98.5kg, making it lightweight and agile for urban mobility.

The suspension setup includes a hydraulic front shock absorber and dual hydraulic rear suspension. Braking power is handled by hydraulic disc brakes with CBS (Combined Braking System) on both front and rear wheels, complemented by 100/90-R12 front tyre and 110/90-R12 rear tyre, both designed for enhanced grip and stability.

QJMOTOR E-LTR also comes equipped with a variety of modern features, including an LCD digital meter, LED functions for the headlamp, tail lamp, signal lights and hazard button. This scooter is further enhanced with a side stand safety switch, anti-theft key system, premium textured seat, dual front storage pockets, under-seat storage space, a practical hook and a USB charging port.

Additionally, the scooter features an Error Code (ERR) diagnostic system, allowing riders to easily identify and troubleshoot any technical issues quickly and efficiently.

With every purchase of QJMOTOR E-LTR, buyers will enjoy a two-year manufacturer warranty or coverage of up to 20,000km (whichever comes first), subject to terms and conditions. Customers will also have access to genuine spare parts online through Mforce Bike Holdings Sdn. Bhd.

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QJMotor pastinya semakin melonjak naik dalam beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini dengan memperkenalkan lebih banyak motosikal terkini. Barisan skuter mereka juga telah dikemas kini sepenuhnya untuk menawarkan produk-produk berkualiti seperti AX200s dan Fort 250 (dan tidak terhad kepada itu). Kini, mereka menuju ke pasaran skuter premium dengan QJMotor QJ700-8K.

Sebelum kita pergi lebih jauh, masih ingat Italjet Dragster 700 Twin? Motosikal itu direka di Itali dan dilengkapi komponen premium seperti brek Brembo, suspensi Öhlins, sistem ekzos Akrapovič, kotak gear manual 6-kelajuan, dan enjin satu silinder 70 hp. Namun, ramai tidak sedar bahawa sebenarnya ia menggunakan banyak komponen yang dibangunkan dan dihasilkan oleh QJMotor. Jadi, tidak, QJ700-8K bukanlah sekadar tiruan Italjet Dragster 700.

Kini, giliran QJMotor memasarkan motosikal dengan reka bentuk dan spesifikasi yang serupa (tidak sama sepenuhnya) dengan motosikal Italjet tersebut. Pengeluar mendakwa ia memiliki 75 kuasa kuda, berat 205 kg, klac manual dikendalikan tangan, kotak gear 6-kelajuan, dan kelajuan maksimum sekitar 200 km/j. Seperti versi Itali, QJ700-8K menggunakan kaliper Brembo, tetapi dengan fork Marzocchi.

Sebagai produk QJMotor, harganya mungkin akan jauh lebih rendah.

Oh, akhir sekali, walaupun prestasi enjinnya setanding dengan X-ADV, QJ700-8K adalah skuter sport yang lebih cenderung ke penggunaan di jalan raya. Dan ya, ia tetap dikategorikan sebagai skuter kerana reka bentuk rangkanya—walaupun mempunyai kotak gear manual.

QJMotor AX200s (2025) – Tunggang Uji & Ulasan

QJMotor has certainly been on the march in recent years by debuting more and more up-to-date motorcycles. Their scooter line-up has also been completely updated to include some very good products including, but limited to, the AX200s and Fort 250. Now, they are going after the big boys with the QJMotor QJ700-8K.

Before we go further, remember the Italjet Dragster 700 Twin? Well, that bike was designed in Italy and fitted with premium parts such as Brembo brakes, Ohlins suspension, Akrapovič exhaust system, manual 6-speed gearbox, and a 70hp single-cylinder engine. However, unbeknownst to many, it actually consists of many QJMotor-developed and made components. So, no, the the QJ700-8k is not a copy of the Italjet Dragster 700.

It is now QJMotor’s turn to market the bike with a design and spec sheet similar (not identical) to the Italjet machine. The manufacturer claims 75 hp, kerb weight of 205 kg, hand-operated manual clutch, 6-speed gearbox, and a top speed of around 200 km/h. Like its Italian counterpart, the QJ700-8K wears Brembo calipers, but has Marzocchi forks.

Being a QJMotor product could very well mean it will be much cheaper, too.

Oh, last but not least, while the engine performance certainly challenges the X-ADV’s, the QJMotor QJ700-8K is a fully road-biased sport scooter. And yes, it is a scooter due to its frame layout, and despite its manual gearbox.

2025 QJMotor AX200s Test & Review

Motosikal jalanan berenjin V-Empat (empat silinder dalam format “V”) jarang ditemui, dan biasanya hanya terhad kepada model yang paling teratas dan mahal, sedangkan pernah wujud V-Empat kelas pertengahan pada pertengahan abad 80-an . Nampaknya QJMotor akan membawa kita ke era itu sekali lagi dengan QJMotor SRV600V yang baru sahaja dilancarkan di Malaysia.

SRV600V hadir dalam bentuk power cruiser, dilengkapi dengan tayar lebar dan rekabentuk yang gagah.

Ciri-ciri utama
  • Enjin V-Empat, penyejuk cecair, DOHC, 561cc yang menghasilkan 67 hp pada 10,500 RPM dan 54 Nm pada 8,000 RPM.
  • Gas ekzos dikeluarkan melalui empat paip ekzos – dua di setiap sisi motorsikal.

  • Kuasa enjin dihantar melalui transmisi 6-kelajuan.
  • Roda depan dan belakang 16 inci, dengan tayar 130/90 (depan) dan 180/65 (belakang).
  • Gantungan depan terdiri daripada garpu terbalik Marzocchi, manakala belakang disokong oleh sepasang penyerap hentakan.

  • Brek depan menggunakan dua cakera 300mm, dan cakera 260mm di belakang.
  • Tangki minyak 16.5 liter.
  • Ketinggian tempat duduk 720 mm.

  • QJMotor menyenaraikan berat 219 kg tetapi tidak menyatakan sama ada berat kering atau basah.
  • Skrin TFT dengan sambungan Bluetooth ke telefon pintar penunggang melalui aplikasi Carbit Ride.

Harga QJMotor SRV600V ialah RM33,888 (bukan atas jalan). Terdapat tiga pilihan warna: Silver, Sky Black, dan Night Black.

V-Four powered street motorcycles are rare, usually confined to the top tier machines (read: most expensive), when there used to be midrange V-Fours in the mid-80s. Looks like QJMotor will bring us there again with the debut of the QJMotor SRV600V, which has just been launched in Malaysia.

The SRV600V takes the shape of a power cruiser, complete with fat tyres and a muscular styling.

Highlights
  • V-Four cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC, 561cc engine which produces 67 hp at 10,500 RPM and 54 Nm at 8,000 RPM.
  • Spent engine gasses exit through four exhaust pipes – two on both sides of the bike.

  • Engine power is sent through a 6-speed transmission.
  • 16-inch front and rear wheels, shod with 130/90 and 180/65 tyres.
  • The front suspension consists of Marzocchi upside down forks, while the rear is supported by twin shock absorbers.

  • There are twin 300mm disc brakes up front, with a 260mm disc at the back.
  • 16.5-litre fuel tank.
  • 720 mm seat height.

  • QJMotor lists the weight at 219 kg but did not specify if it is dry or wet.
  • TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity to the rider’s smartphone through the Carbit Ride app.

The QJMotor SRV600V is priced at RM33,888 (not on-the-road). There are three colour options, namely Silver, Sky Black, and Night Black.

Kami telah menguji skuter demi skuter sejak Disember 2024, termasuk di China dan Taiwan. Beberapa model juga telah dilancarkan di Malaysia dalam tempoh tersebut, salah satunya ialah QJMotor AX200s (2025).

Sejak itu, skuter ini telah mendapat reputasi yang cukup baik dalam segmen skuter ringan, dengan banyak ulasan memberikan pelbagai pujian; disertai dengan perkataan “mantap.”

Oleh itu, kami ingin menyiasat sendiri sama ada tuntutan itu benar atau tidak.

Apakah QJMotor AX200s (2025) ini?

AX200s dilancarkan pada Mei 2025, sebagai satu lagi model yang diedarkan oleh pengedar gergasi, MForce Bike Holdings.

QJMotor, juga dikenali sebagai Qianjiang Motorcycle, ialah pengeluar motosikal China yang ditubuhkan pada tahun 1985. Sejak itu, syarikat ini berkembang pesat dan kini mengendalikan jenama Keeway dan Benelli. QJ juga merupakan sebahagian daripada Geely Holding Group. Harley-Davidson pernah bekerjasama dengan QJMotor pada 2019 untuk menghasilkan motosikal berkuasa 338cc bagi pasaran Asia.

Beralih kepada AX200s, ia merupakan skuter automatik berkuasa kecil, tetapi lebih condong ke arah sekmen skuter sport, bukannya skuter adventure yang popular masa ini. Oleh itu, QJMotor tidak menyembunyikan niat motosikal ini dengan memberikannya rekabentuk yang tajam dan agresif.

Harus diakui, AX200s ini tidak dapat lari daripada perbandingan dengan Yamaha NVX akibat kemiripan gaya visual yang ditampilkan.

Ciri-ciri utama QJMotor AX200s (2025)

  • Enjin 175cc, silinder tunggal, SOHC, 4 injap yang menghasilkan 17.0 hp (13.0 kW) pada 8,500 RPM dan 15.2 Nm pada 6,500 RPM.
  • Suspensi depan menggunakan fork teleskopik, manakala suspensi belakang menggunakan penyerap hentak kembar dengan redaman minyak.
  • Cakera brek 230mm tunggal di depan, dan cakera brek 220mm tunggal di belakang.

  • ABS dwi saluran dan TCS (sistem kawalan traksi) yang boleh dinyahaktifkan.
  • Tayar depan bersaiz 100/80-14 dan yang belakang 120/70-14.
  • Ketinggian pelana penunggang 730mm.

  • Tangki minyak 10 liter.
  • Berat kering 127 kg.
  • Skrin LCD dengan “butang-butang” sentuhan (touchscreen).

  • Fungsi idle stop yang mematikan enjin ketika berhenti.
  • Pencahayaan LED.

Daripada sudut ciri, AX200s mendahului dalam beberapa aspek seperti kapasiti enjin yang menghasilkan kuasa dan tork maksimum lebih tinggi, dilengkapi brek cakera belakang, tangki minyak lebih besar, dan panel meter skrin sentuh. Yang kurang hanyalah ciri sambungan smartphone seperti Yamaha Y-Connect – tapi memang tak boleh dapat semua kelebihan sekali, kan?

Ulasan Tunggangan

Pra-tunggangan

Pendapat pertama kami terhadap QJMotor AX200s adalah betapa kompaknya skuter ini – begitu kecil sehingga mudah disalah anggap sebagai skuter 100cc. Jarak dari lampu depan ke lampu belakangnya pendek, hendalnya sempit, dan tempat duduk penumpang yang kecil. Ia betul-betul memberikannya rupa yang sporty tetapi comel.

Seperti skuter lain, semua komponen tersusun rapi di bawah panel badan yang direka dengan kemas. Dan bercakap tentang kemasan, apa pun pandangan anda tentang pengeluar motosikal China, skuter ini menunjukkan kualiti: Catnya sempurna, tiada sisi kasar pada plastik, dan bahagian logam mempunyai kemasan yang licin.

Kotak simpanan barang di depan agak kecil, hanya muat untuk telefon pintar saiz standard dan port pengecasan USB-C. Ruang penyimpanan di bawah tempat duduk juga terhad kerana rekabentuk luaran yang kompak.

Daripada segi instrumentasi, data dipaparkan pada skrin LCD warna yang cantik. Tulisan dan ikon begitu tajam sehingga ada yang menyangkanya skrin TFT. Tiada butang fizikal untuk menukar maklumat atau mematikan kawalan traksi, sebaliknya, anda perlu tekan “SET’ sehingga berkelip, kemudian ketik ikon “ADJ” untuk memilih. Sistem ini masih berfungsi walaupun memakai sarung tangan yang sesuai dengan skrin sentuh.

Tunggangan harian

Bagi penunggang ini yang berketinggian 167cm dengan kaki dan lengan yang pendek, kedua-dua kakinya dapat menjejak tanah dengan mudah. Hanya perlu berjungkit sedikit, tetapi tidak sampai seperti penari balet, berkat pelana yang rendah dan reka bentuknya yang menirus tajam ke bahagian depan. Walauapapun, pijakan tetap stabil, dan keringanan motosikal ini dapat dirasai serta-merta—mudah ditolak sambil duduk, walaupun ketika mendaki lereng yang landai.

Jarak ke hendal terasa pendek, terutamanya selepas beralih dari motosikal besar. Pada mulanya, kami berasa seperti siku kami tumbuh daripada dada! Namun, setelah membiasakan diri dan melebarkan siku sedikit, posisi menunggang menjadi lebih selesa dan semula jadi.

AX200s tetap sebuah skuter yang mudah—hanya perlu duduk, putar Smart Key ke posisi ON, hidupkan enjin, pulas pendikit, dan ia terus memecut. Tidak perlu membuang masa untuk memilih mod menunggang mahupun sistem sambungan telefon.

AX200s meluru laju daripada keadaan berhenti seperti kena renjatan, dan terus melaju selagi pendikit dibuka. Sekilas pandang cermin sisi—rupanya kami sudah meninggalkan semua kenderaan lain di lampu isyarat!

Keupayaan tork (pecutan) AX200s tidak terhad pada RPM rendah sahaja—enjinnya seolah-olah mempunyai rizab tork yang besar di mana-mana julat RPM sehingga kelajuan maksimum. Tindakbalas tork pantas ini memudahkan proses memotong kenderaan lain, sama ada di jalan biasa mahupun lebuh raya. Malah, kelajuan maksimumnya dicapai dengan begitu pantas.

Sebaliknya, apabila pendikit ditutup secara tiba-tiba, kesan brek enjin terasa kuat serta-merta. Ini menunjukkan motosikal ini menggunakan roller yang ringan dalam transmisi CVT-nya, oleh itu memberikan respon yang lebih agresif. Sebaliknya, roller yang berat melambatkan pecutan tetapi memberikan daya lajak apabila pendikit ditutup.

Hasilnya, respon pendikit terasa sedikit kasar ketika pertama kali dibuka atau ditutup dengan cepat, terutamanya ketika menunggang dalam keadaan trafik yang sesak. Namun, kami menyesuaikan diri dengan mengekalkan pendikit terbuka sedikit dan menarik brek secara perlahan-lahan.

Bagi sistem brek, ia sangat kuat. Keberatan kebanyakan skuter tertumpu di bahagian belakang, jadi brek belakang AX200s lebih berkuasa berbanding brek depan. Namun, itu tidak bermakna brek depan lemah, kerana dengan menggunakan brek depan sahaja pun sudah cukup untuk memberhentikan motosikal dengan stabil dan terkawal.

Satu lagi ciri yang kami sangat gemari ialah pengendaliannya. Memang tidak dinafikan skuter sebegini lazimnya mempunyai stereng yang lincah, tetapi AX200s turut mengekalkan kestabilan ketika mengambil selekoh – tidak seperti sesetengah skuter yang membuatkan hendal bergoyang. Hasilnya, kami begitu yakin bermain selekoh dengan laju seolah-olah menunggang motosikal yang lebih besar.

Tambahan lagi, kelegaan bumi yang banyak ketika bermain selekoh amat mencukupi. Kami sengaja menguji sama ada topang tengah atau bahagian lain akan menggesel permukaan jalan ketika di selekoh tajam, namun tidak berjaya walaupun melalui selekoh 90 darjah pada kelajuan tinggi.

Prestasi kendalian yang baik ini disokong oleh sistem suspensi dan rangkanya. Fork depan kelihatan biasa, tetapi ia tidak ‘menyelam’ secara mendadak seperti kapal selam Titan walaupun ketika membrek keras yang mengaktifkan ABS. Kedua-dua penyerap hentakan belakang pula menawarkan ciri redaman berperingkat (progressive damping) yang sangat berguna terutama ketika di selekoh.

Walaupun begitu, suspensi skuter bandar seperti AX200s mempunyai jarak gerakan yang terhad berbanding skuter adventure. Kesannya, perjalanan berasa agak kasar ketika melalui lubang atau bonjolan tajam. Namun, ini masih lebih baik berbanding suspensi yang terlalu lembut sehingga membuatkan motosikal terayun-ayun seperti bot.

Yang menarik, enjin ini masih menjimatkan minyak walaupun kerap dipacu laju dan ciri idle stop dinyahaktifkan. Sepanjang tempoh ujian, kami hanya mengisi separuh tangki sekali—itu pun selepas mengambil motosikal dengan amaran bahan api rendah. Dengan tangki penuh 10 liter, AX200s mampu membawa anda merentasi jarak yang jauh tanpa masalah.

Oh ya, mengenai amaran bahan api rendah: AX200s akan menghidupkan lampu isyarat kecemasan secara automatik apabila paras minyak terlalu kritikal. Ini berfungsi sebagai peringatan kepada penunggang dan pengguna jalan lain bahawa enjin mungkin akan mati pada bila-bila masa. Yang menarik, sistem ini akan menyahaktifkan dirinya sendiri selepas anda mengisi minyak.

Kesimpulan

Kami benar-benar terhibur dan gembira semasa menguji AX200s. Skuter ini membuktikan mengapa skuter semakin popular masa kini—kemudahan menjadi faktor utama. Namun, AX200s menawarkan lebih daripada itu; ia memberikan keseronokan menunggang yang tulen, bahkan mampu menyegarkan semula minat penunggang motosikal ‘otai’ seperti kami.

Satu-satunya keluhan kami ialah ruang penyimpanan bawah tempat duduk yang agak kecil, namun ia masih memadai untuk muat beg barang runcit tiga hari. Secara objektifnya, tidak semua orang perlu membawa komputer riba saban hari seperti kami.

Secara keseluruhannya, QJMotor AX200s (2025) merupakan produk yang bagus dan layak mendapat perhatian. Dengan harga bermula dari RM7,988 (harga belum termasuk pendaftaran & insurans), ia pasti menawarkan nilai yang menarik untuk prestasi dan keseronokan yang diberikannya.

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We have been testing scooter after scooter since December 2024, including in China and Taiwan. There have also been several launched in Malaysia during that period, one of which was the 2025 QJMotor AX200s.

Since then, the bike had garnered quite a reputation in the lightweight scooter segment with many comments attaching a whole bunch of (positive) superlatives to it; the most common word used was ‘mantap‘ in Bahasa Melayu which collectively meant “awesome.”

Thus, we were eager to find out for ourselves if those claims really held any water.

What is the 2025 QJMotor AX200s?

The AX200s was launched back in May 2025, as another model distributed by the mega distributor, MForce Bike Holdings.

QJMotor, also known as Qianjiang Motorcycle, is a Chinese motorcycle maker that founded in 1985. They have grown by leaps and bounds since then, and currently holds the Keeway and Benelli brands. QJ is also part of the Geely Holding Group. Harley-Davidson had partnered with QJMotor in 2019 to produce a 338cc bike for the Asian market.

Over to the AX200s, it is a small capacity automatic scooter, but biased toward the urban-sport sub-segment, rather than an adventure scooter. As such, QJMotor did not hide the bike’s intentions by giving it a sharp and aggressive styling.

Let us not beat around the bush and say that it has found itself compared to the Yamaha NVX, mainly because of their similar styling.

Highlights of the 2025 QJMotor AX200s

  • 175cc, single-cylinder, SOHC, 4-valve engine which produces 17.0 hp (13.0 kW) at 8,500 RPM and 15.2 Nm at 6,500 RPM.
  • Front suspension utilises telescopic forks, while there are oil-damped twin shock absorbers at the back.
  • 230mm single brake disc up front, 220mm disc at the back.

  • Dual-channel ABS and switchable TCS are standard features.
  • 100/80-14 front and 120/70-14 rear tyres.
  • 730mm seat height.

  • 10-litre fuel tank.
  • Dry weight of 127 kg.
  • LCD screen with touchscreen “buttons.”

  • Idle stop function.
  • LED lighting.

On paper, the AX200s pulls ahead in several aspects, such as engine capacity hence maximum power and torque outputs, besides featuring a rear disc brake, bigger fuel tank, and touchscreen metre panel. What it lacks is a smartphone connectivity feature like the Yamaha Y-Connect, but we cannot have it all, can we?

Riding impressions

Pre-ride

Our first impression of the QJMotor AX200s was how compact it is, so much so it could easily be mistaken for a 100cc scooter. It was short from headlight to taillight, had a narrow handlebar, and a diminutive passenger’s seat. That made it look both sporty and cute.

As with every scooter, everything was tucked away underneath a neatly designed bodywork. Speaking about neat, say all you want about Chinese motorcycle makers, but this bike oozed quality: The paint was flawless, there was no rough edge on the plastics, and metal parts had smooth finishing.

The front “glovebox” was small and had enough space for a standard-sized smartphone and a USB-C charging port. The underseat storage space was also rather small, due to the bike’s compact exterior.

Moving onto the instrumentation, data was displayed on a beautiful colour LCD screen. The letters and icons are so sharp that some thought it was a TFT screen. There was no physical button to switch among the information and to turn the traction control off. Instead, you tap and hold the SET “button” until it blinks, then tap the ADJ icon to select. It works if you wear gloves with phone touch pads, too.

Daily riding

From the perspective of a 167cm rider with short legs and arms, his feet found the ground easily. A little bit of tip toeing, but not ballerina-like, due to the low seat and its shape which taperered sharply toward the front. In any case, the footprint was secure and we could immediately discern the bike’s lightness as it was easy to push around while seated, even up a slight slope.

The reach to the handlebar was (very) short, especially after hopping off a big bike to the AX200s, and we initially felt as if our elbows grew out of our torso. However, it became natural when we spread our elbows.

With all that out of the way, it is a simple scooter and all we had to do was climb on, twisted the Smart Key knob to the correct position, started the engine, twisted the throttle and off we went. There was no power mode or phone connectivity suite to fiddle with.

The AX200s jumped off the line quickly like a scalded cat (apologies for the expression) and kept going as long as the throttle remained open. Glancing in the rearview mirror showed that we had dumped everyone else behind at the traffic lights.

It was not limited to low-RPM torque only as the engine seemed to have much reserve torque anywhere in the RPM range up to its top speed. This quick-reacting torque made overtaking easy, whether on B-roads or highways. The bike’s top speed was also achieved rapidly.

On the other hand, chopping the throttle saw the engine’s back torque (engine braking) grabbing quickly, which pointed toward the bike being fitted with light roller weights.

As such, throttle feedback was a little snatchy when it was first cracked open and shut quickly, especially when we were riding in stop/start traffic. Regardless, we worked around this by holding the throttle very slightly open and dragging the brakes.

Speaking of the brakes, they were superbly strong. Scooters have most of their weight at the back, and therefore the AX200s’s rear brake was more powerful than the front, which was the correct brake force bias. But that did not mean the front brake was anaemic because using the front anchor alone was more enough to bring the bike to a stop without drama.

Another character we enjoyed was its handling. Granted, such scooters feature quick steering as part of their DNA but the AX200s was also stable through corners, unlike some that waggle their handlebars. As such, we ended up charging into and blasting out of corners as if it was a bigger bike. Adding to this attribute was the bike’s generous cornering clearance – we tried to see if it dragged a stand into corners but never succeeded despite throwing the bike into 90-degree corners at high speeds.

Contributing to the QJMotor AX200s’s admirable handling was its suspension and chassis. The forks looked basic but they do not dive like the Titan submersible even during hard braking that activated the ABS. The dual rear shocks provided a progressive damping characteristic, especially useful in corners.

However, there is only so much suspension travel for urban scooters compared to adventure scooters. Consequently, the AX200s’s suspension felt harsh over sharp bumps. Still, it was necessary and easy to live with compared to having a suspension that wallows like a boat.

Last but not least, that engine returned great fuel economy despite us wringing its neck and deactivating the engine idle stop feature. We filled up half a tank only once during our test period, after picking it up with the low fuel warning showing. Thus the full 10 litres should be able to carry you over a long distance.

Oh yes, talking about low fuel warning: The bike automatically flashed the emergency signal when the fuel level dropped too low, as a warning to the rider and other road users that the engine may flame out at any time. The said warning turned itself off after filling up.

Conclusion

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves while testing the AX200s. It truly showed just why scooters are so popular at the moment – convenience being on the top of the list. However, the AX200s provided much more than convenience, making it a lot of fun, even for us jaded old timers.

Our only complaint was the small underseat storage space, but it was still enough to fit a three-day grocery bag. Looking at it objectively, not everyone rides along with their laptop computer everyday like us.

Overall, the 2025 QJMotor AX200s was a good product, worthy of the attention. At just RM7,988 (not on-the-road), it is certainly enticing.

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Another motorcycle launched was the 2025 QJMotor AX200 scooter. Its selling price begins from RM7,988.00.

The AX200 is an urban scooter, with a sporty outlook, which rivals the Yamaha NVX.

Highlights:
  • 175cc, single-cylinder, SOHC, 4-valve engine which produces 17.0 hp (13.0 kW) at 8,500 RPM and 15.2 Nm at 6,500 RPM.
  • Front suspension utilizes telescopic forks, while there are oil-damped twin shock absorbers at the back.

  • 230mm single brake disc up front, 220mm disc at the back.
  • Dual-channel ABS and TCS are standard.

  • Both front and rear wheels are 14-inches.
  • 10-litre fuel tank.

  • Curb weight of 127 kg.
  • LCD screen.

  • LED lighting.

The 2025 QJMotor AX200 is available in three colours namely Grey, Moon Blue, and Sand Brown.

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QJMotor ialah salah satu daripada beberapa jenama di bawah empayar Qianjiang yang sering menghasilkan model demi model motosikal, antaranya yang menjadi Benelli, atau sekurang-kurangnya berkongsi platform. Contohnya, QJMotor SRT600 ini yang bakal menggantikan SRT550.

Model SRT550 berdasarkan satu platform yang amat penting. Seperti yang kami nyatakan sebelum ini, enjin dan casisnya adalah sama dengan Benelli TRK 502. TRK 502 telah dihentikan produksinya tetapi masih boleh didapati di Malaysia. Platform ini juga digunakan oleh MV Lucky Explorer 5.5, hasil kerjasama Qianjiang dan MV Agusta.

Tetapi di sini ada sesuatu yang agak mengelirukan. Walaupun dokumen kelulusan jenis adalah untuk QJMotor SRT600 baharu, ia menggunakan kapasiti 554cc yang sama. Walau bagaimanapun, terdapat peningkatan besar dalam kuasa daripada 47 hp kepada 60 hp. Melihat katalog, kami mendapati bahawa tahap kuasa itu same dengan model sportbike SRK550RR dan RS, bermakna enjin SRT600 “baru” sebenarnya adalah unit berspesifikasi lebih tinggi.

Satu kelegaan yang dialu-alukan (jika motosikal ini itu menjadi Benelli dan dijual di Malaysia), ialah pengurangan berat. Dokumen itu menyenaraikan 220kg, berbanding 234 kg yang lama.

Reka bentuk SRT600 juga menunjukkan satu lagi perubahan yang dialu-alukan, iaitu tanpa rupa mudguard depan seakan GS yang murahan. Sebaliknya, QJMotor merekabentuk semula motosikal itu untuk mirip model adventure SVT650 yang menggunakan enjin V-Twin.

Ciri-ciri lain yang boleh dilihat dalam gambar ialah kaliper brek depan Brembo dengan pemasangan jejari. Saiz tayar ialah 110/80-19 untuk hadapan dan 150/70-17 di belakang.

Adakah ini akan menjadi kelas pertengahan Benelli baharu untuk menggantikan TRK 502 yang sudah terlalu lam? Masa akan menentukan.

QJMotor is one of several brands under the Qianjiang empire that keeps churning out model after model of bikes, some of which become Benelli, or at least share platforms. Case in point, the QJMotor SRT600 which is set to replace the SRT550.

The SRT550 was based on an important platform. As we mentioned earlier, its engine and chassis are the same as the Benelli TRK 502’s. The TRK 502 has since stopped production but is still available in Malaysia. This platform is also used by the MV Lucky Explorer 5.5, as the result of Qianjiang and MV Agusta’s coorperation.

But here’s something a bit confusing. Although the type-approval documents is for the new QJMotor SRT600, it  uses the same 554cc capacity. However, there is a large increase in power, kicking up from from 47 hp to 60 hp. Looking through the catalogue, we find that power level in the SRK550RR and RS sportbikes, meaning the “new” SRT600 engine is actually the higher-spec unit.

One welcomed relieve (if the bike becomes Benelli and is sold in Malaysia), is weight reduction. The document lists 220kg, against the exhuastive 234 kg of old.

The SRT600’s design is also another welcomed change, breaking away from the cheap GS beaked look. Instead, QJMotor redesigned the bike to a more familial bond with the V-Twin powered SVT650 adventure bike.

Other features apparent in the pictures are Brembo radial-mount front brake calipers. Tyre sizes are 110/80-19 for the front and 150/70-17 at the back.

Will this be the new Benelli middleweight to replace the overstayed TRK 502? Time will tell.

QJMOTOR Malaysia has launched their newest scooter, the QJMOTOR LTR150.

Despite its retro classic shape, it is equipped with a single-cylinder, SOHC, 4-stroke, 149cc engine that is quite powerful. It produces 16.4hp (12.2kW) at 8,500 RPM and 14.8Nm at 6,500 RPM. (For comparison, the 150cc, SOHC, liquid-cooled Yamaha Y15ZR engine produces 15.1hp at 8,500 RPM and a maximum torque of 13.8Nm at 7,000 RPM). The engine’s power is sent to the rear wheel through a CVT transmission.

The chassis features a disc brake system with a large discs measuring 190mm at the front and 225mm at the back. A dual-channel (front and rear) anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a standard feature for rider safety.

The QJMOTOR LTR150’s seat is made for the rider and pillion’s comfort even if it is for long rides. The storage space under the seat is also very spacious enabling the rider to carry things with ease. There is also a USB charging socket in the front storage compartment.

Other features include an LCD digital meter display, LED lights, an Idling Stop system that turns off the engine when idling, and a 6.5 liter fuel tank.

QJMOTOR LTR150 is offered in three colors namely Lime Creme, Sky Blue, Mint Green and Carnation Park. It retails at RM8,888 (off-road) and is covered by a two-year or 20,000km warranty (whichever comes first). It is available at all authorised QJMOTOR dealers throughout Malaysia. BR

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