| | | 4 Stroke Bicycle Engines & Kits 4 stroke motorized bicycle engine kits are great if you want reliability or do not want to mix your oil and gas. Learn from each other how to get the most out of your 4 stroke bicycle engine | EZM "Q"-matic production started Discussion at Motorized Bicycle Engine Kit Forum in the 4 Stroke Bicycle Engines & Kits forum. Hi Everyone,
Accepted final bids on Q-Matic yesterday!
Scheduled delivery 3 weeks.
Aluminum isn't cheap in the USA!
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11-06-2009, 03:34 PM
|  | Dealer | | Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Outer Banks of North Carolina
Posts: 120
| | EZM "Q"-matic production started Hi Everyone,
Accepted final bids on Q-Matic yesterday!
Scheduled delivery 3 weeks.
Aluminum isn't cheap in the USA!
Thousands and thousands of test miles logged by dealers nationwide.
American labor isn't cheap!
Test riders on the West coast
Test riders on the East coast
Test riders in the South [still warm in many areas]
Test riders in the North [a little colder up there]
Test riders along the Atlantic coast [was only 85 today].
The results are in!
We did it right!
Shipping isn’t cheap!
As hard as we tried, we couldn’t meet the projected MSRP, but only missed by $9.75.
The MSRP is $259.75. No matter how hard we tried to bargain, the American labor force simply wanted paid for their services and quality materials.
The Q-Matic drive was tested on a variety of 4-stroke motors from 35 CCs to 8 HP. It has been tested up hills, against the wind, and with riders from 100 pounds [thanks Ladies] to over 300 pounds. It has and is currently still being tested pulling a trailer in a hilly terrain [Thanks, Bill]. Thanks again Bill for projecting the motorbike as a family friendly form of transportation.
We listened when many requested ease of service, KISS [keep it simple stupid], quality parts, good warranty, silent operation, easily changeable drive ratios, a real working dependable “custom” American made automatic clutch, thin design, adaptability, and maintain backwards compatibility.
The entire system was designed and then machined on CNC equipment in American shops.
Because of design the majority of the power is transmitted from the motor to the rear wheel, and therefore the Q-Matic drive ratios allow better use of the power band.
The production drive ratios will allow the speed of 30 MPH at 6200 RPMs on a 26” bicycle with an average weight rider on a level surface. Considering the ability of the HS or Honda 49 CC 4-strokes to achieve RPMs well above 7500 RPMs, 6200 RPMs is just right for a smooth ride.
Ratios can easily be changed for heavier riders or to compensate for hills.
The Q-Matic and the future Silent Drive II can be attached to most motors with the output to the rear [for frame mount], and 90 degrees downward for rack mount applications [We don’t supply rack mounting systems].
Did I mention the Aluminum? Lots & lots of Aluminum in the Q-Matic drive by EZM.
$259.75 MSRP
EZM dealers can answer your questions, call them!
All orders prior to Dec 15th $249.75
Best order quickly because demand should outpace production for a while.
Have fun, | 
11-07-2009, 12:36 AM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Elite Member | | Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: So Cal
Posts: 340
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started As soon as my wallet recovers from Christmas shopping, one of these jems are mine! ( probibly around June or July......  ) | 
11-07-2009, 09:09 AM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Elite Member | | Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fountain Hills, Arizona
Posts: 889
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started excellent news Quenton ! 
I am working mine hard and am getting used to an auto clutch 
(it is a big difference after 3+ yrs of using a manual)
my daughter is almost ready to ride mine pulling the trailer !!!
(she has refused to even sit on my bike prior to the auto !!!)
I think the ease of use and very low maintenance will make this a huge winner  | 
11-07-2009, 01:08 PM
| | Motorized Bicycle Member | | Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Posts: 39
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Just got my first EZM kit yesterday-- I can't wait to try out the automatic! | 
11-13-2009, 05:14 PM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Senior Member | | Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sierra Vista AZ
Posts: 65
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Is there a list of dealer websites somewhere? | 
11-13-2009, 06:19 PM
| | Motorized Bicycle Member | | Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Posts: 39
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Quote:
Originally Posted by MaxPower Is there a list of dealer websites somewhere? | Not to my knowledge but if other EZM dealers will send me their URLs I'll be more than happy to link to them from EZ Greensboro  | 
11-13-2009, 06:24 PM
| | Motorized Bicycle Newbie | | Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: N.C.
Posts: 15
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Quote:
Originally Posted by MaxPower Is there a list of dealer websites somewhere? | New Page 1
YES, here is the link. I think you have three in Arizona. | 
11-13-2009, 07:38 PM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Elite Member | | Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fountain Hills, Arizona
Posts: 889
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Max, were you at the race in april ?...
I was there with my EZM. ( just watching  ) | 
11-13-2009, 08:04 PM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Senior Member | | Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sierra Vista AZ
Posts: 65
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started Quote:
Originally Posted by azbill Max, were you at the race in april ?...
I was there with my EZM. ( just watching  ) | I was there but I got there really late. Also, I had just bought my motor and knew nothing of the hobby. Even if i saw it at the death race I wouldn't have know what it was. I've learned a lot since then. I was at the halloween race and saw Roland with the latest Skyhawk 4 stroke. I really what a 4 stroke but am unsure if I should buy his kit (because I'm 30min from his shop), spend the cash for EZM, or wait for Sick bike parts 4 stroke shifter and spend even more. O the choices..... | 
11-13-2009, 08:46 PM
|  | Motorized Bicycle Elite Member | | Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fountain Hills, Arizona
Posts: 889
| | Re: EZM "Q"-matic production started the choice is clear LOL
go with american designed/made and keep more of the $$$'s stateside 
I am now almost 2900 miles on my EZM...
almost 300 with the new Q-Matic trans I upgraded to  (2600m at trans swap)
pulls like a champ and is excellent on gas (175-200mpg)
PS... I would like to make an open invitation to anyone here that can make it to Fountain Hills
contact me and come take a test ride !!!
then, you can judge for yourself   
Last edited by azbill : 11-13-2009 at 08:56 PM.
Reason: added ps ;)
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