On September 7, 2022, QJMOTOR’s latest imitation sports motorcycle, the Race 550, was officially launched at a price of 35,999 yuan(around $5100). On the day of the press conference, at the Nanjing Wanchi Circuit, QJMOTOR arranged for three professional drivers to compete against the mass-produced model of the Race 550(or the Sai 550), And a 100-kilometer acceleration test was carried out for the model with the restriction lifted. The final mass-produced model accelerated to 100 kilometers in 3.8 seconds, while the unrestricted model accelerated to 100 kilometers in 3.6 seconds. For a motorcycle model with a price of around 30,000, this acceleration performance is already at an excellent level.
Product introduction:
QJMOTOR Sai 550 is the latest model of the Sai family, and its exterior design also adopts the same design language as the Sai 600 model. The shape of the triangular headlights on the front part is relatively sharp. At the same time, “shark gill” air guide ducts are added to both sides of the front of the car to increase the heat dissipation efficiency. ” feeling.
On the side of the motorcycle body, the lines of the fuel tank cooperate with the upper body side to surround multiple air ducts, creating a certain sense of muscle. At the same time, the Sai 550 adopts a new print design, which brings a certain sense of freshness to consumers.
For the rear part of the motorcycle, it must be mentioned that it adopts the single rocker arm design that is becoming more and more popular among Chinese models, and with the rear wheel hub with a bright blade, greatly increases the visual effect of the whole vehicle.
From the overall appearance, the sharp motorcycle head shape, small fixed wind wing, single rocker arm, and blade hub, all these elements make the Sai 550 have a quite “sports” temperament, and the overall shape and appearance are riding in the On the road, it is still quite bluffing.
At the level of driving configuration, the front and rear shock absorbers of the vehicle come from KYB, and the front and rear shock absorbers are adjustable. The front dual disc brakes are equipped with Brembo radial four-piston calipers, and the rear single disc brakes are equipped with Brembo opposed dual-piston calipers. At the same time, the front straight-push pump is used, and the rear pump logo is used. The brake disc is a SUNSTAR disc. Dual-channel ABS and Zhengxin MigraS3 semi-hot melt tires with 120-70/17 front and rear 160-60/17 are equipped as standard.
As for the comfortable configuration, the Sai 550 also uses the same full-color instrument as the Sai 600, with a clearer visual effect.
For the power part, the Sai 550 is equipped with the same power platform as the MVLucky Explorer 5.5, with an actual displacement of 549cc, a maximum power of 45kw/8500rpm, and a maximum torque of 55Nm/6000rpm. With an aluminum alloy single rocker arm, frame, and other lightweight designs, the curb weight is only 186kg, and the thrust-to-weight ratio reaches an astonishing 329.1Ps/ton. Therefore, the mass-produced version of the race 550 can accelerate from 100 kilometers to 3.8 seconds.
Simple test drive experience:
On the day of launch, the author also briefly tested the mass-produced version of the Sai 550. The most direct feeling is that the character of this motorcycle is more inclined to the street running style. Its sitting height is 770mm, which is suitable for a driver of 160cm It is said that it is relatively easy to drive, but for a small value of 179 in height, it is a bit low, and the legs are not very stretched. Maybe the official will launch a raised cushion in the future.
In addition, the overall riding triangle of the Sai 550 is also more comfortable, and the position of the separation handle is higher, which is more friendly to the driver’s waist. Of course, if you want to be more radical, you can also adjust the position of the handle later.
On the whole, the Sai 550 has a more competitive appearance and good power. At the same time, the driving orientation is still relatively street-oriented and comfortable. After all, there are still a small number of consumers who play off the track. But if Xiao Xiaoshi wants to drive it off the track, he will definitely adjust it himself first. The suspension will be stiffer, the handlebars will be lowered, and the pedals and seat cushion will be raised. I believe that I usually play on the track. Or some modification enthusiasts will do the same.
However, for drivers who mainly run mountains and commute, more street settings will make riding more relaxed, comfortable, comfortable, and powerful enough. Finally, combined with its price of 35,999 yuan, overall, the performance-to-price ratio of Sai 550 is still good. It is suitable for consumers who pursue power and street comfort, and at the same time hope that the vehicle has certain track potential.
