MOTIV:QZ1 Red

My Information:
Ball Speed: 15/16 mph, Rev Rate:250/265 rpm's,
Axis Rotation:45 Degrees,Axis Tilt:15 Degrees,

Specs on ball tested:
90/45/@ 3 3/8,X-Hole on PAP, 7/8"bit,2 1/4' deep,
Sanded to 2000 with Power Gel Polish

The all new MOTIVator-Z pearl cover and the all new
Quadfire core creates a ball motion yet unseen
from MOTIV.The core and cover combo gets the QZ1
down the lane without any trouble and when it
encounters the dry at the spot it turns left without
any hint of jump.What you do get is a controlled
smooth arc. The medium RG and medium Diff. helps
create this look.
The QZ1 on a fresh house let me move just right of
the oil line and,play the house pattern with ease.
Standing right and playing this angle allowed me
to stay with the QZ1 longer before moving deeper
and changing balls.

On the 2nd shift house or the broken down tournament
shot the QZ1 was the ball I have been looking for from
MOTIV. The QZ1's smooth arcing roll allows you to
send it wide and have it corner without fearing that it was going to jump through the nose.The pin carry was great
on this type of shot.

This is the money ball that MOTIV has needed.Anyone looking for control in a mid-price ball needs to think about
the QZ1 as their next purchase.

Thanks MOTIV:
Angela Wilt

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MOTIV GIRL

right handed
ball speed 16-17 mph
high rev rate

This is an umbelievable ball.  I have it drilled for max length with great backend.  The pin is above the middle finger.  I have used this ball anywhere from the first game in league, to the last game in league.  It is very versatile on many different patterns.  When tournament patterns or league shots get very dry, you can easily move left and get in and the ball will hold line even though the shot has dried up.

I have not used this ball playing straight up the boards because that is not my game.  When there is enough oil to do that I will use the QZ1 for that or use the TX1.

To sum it up, this ball has great length, good backend, and definitely gets through the heads and midlane.  The best part about this ball for me is that you don't have that really hard jerk off the dry like other balls.

Thanks Motiv

Ken Kempf

I punched this piece up last night, my specs are in my profile.  I placed the pin and cg on the center line. The pin is above my fingers, and the cg is about 3/8" above the center of grip.  This worked out to be about a 5 x 4.5 drilling, with no weight hole needed.  This is my first Motiv ball, and I did not quite know what to expect.  I only got the chance to throw a few games, but my initial impressions are positive.  This ball gets down the lane with ease, and has a strong, yet controllable arc.  Hitting power is above average.  I could easily bump up the ball speed and play down and in, or I could move in and play 30 - 5 without losing any hitting power.   The ball took hand position changes well, so I believe this ball will allow me to play a variety of lines.  I will update my review after I put some more games on the ball.

I am a left handed and my ball speed is between 15-17.

My layout is 4 3/4 x 3 3/8.

The surface is the same as out of the box.

This is a ball that I have been waiting for in my arsenal and know I got it. For a midprice ball this ball hits like a truck.  This ball is good on house shots and also good on shorter pba patterns like the cheetah and viper.  On wood lanes I can use fast speed but on synthetic lanes and on the same pattens I have to slow my ball speed

This ball is not good on long patterns, but this ball is not designed for these patterns and it is ok, because that is what I have other balls for.

I like this ball very much and motiv is such a great company and they surprise me everytime they come out with a new ball.  I recommend this ball for people who want a great midprice ball that still hooks and wants a great house ball.  You will not be disappointed with this ball.  GET MOTIVATED!!!!!!

PAP: 5 1/2"
Rev Rate: 250-275 rpm
Ball Speed: 16-16.5 mph
Ball Layout Pic: http://i437.photobucket.com/albums/qq98/marc_kingpin/kdk_0203.jpg

OOB Finish: I was in need for a ball for lighter, broken down conditions since I haven't had a good one since the SR300 and Scout Hi-Flare. Went with a layout that would give me a good amount of length with a big backend reaction. Was intially told that the layout would make the ball roll very smooth that was not the case. In both of my leagues (wood lanes) I found right away that the QZ1 Red is not made to use on fresh oil. In fact, the lanes really have to start drying out before using this ball, so wait until your stronger stuff starts to lose their energy toward the pocket. I started playing straight up the 10 board which I find alot of over/under reaction with that lane. Second, I decided to play the 15 board to about the 7-5 board at breakpoint and thought the reaction gets a little better, it's still abit inconsistent. I find it at time going beyond the breakpoint and finding trouble coming back if there's carrydown.

But once I moved to the 18 board and played it to around the 7 board at breakpoint, that's where this ball shows alot of sign of life. The reaction is definitely skid/flip and it will turn hard left on the right spot when I keep my hand more behind the ball. I found it to be more comfortable playing that line because not only there's still some head oil to get the ball down there, but playing the angular route will give the ball more consistency. It's the same when playing on synthetic lanes with abit more push on the length. The carry is good but it leaves alot of solid 10 pins on some very good pocket shots.

Rate this ball: 7.5 out of 10
If you need a skip/flip ball for the lighter oil the QZ1 is worth a try. I compared it with my Track 505C and it's alot longer and sharper backend than the 505C with the similar pin location. Despite the lack of leaving 10 pins and being very pattern specific, don't underestimate the long and strong reaction you'll get from this one.

Just wanted to let you know how pleased I was to find this great ball.  I drilled it up not knowing what to expect not throwing anything from Motiv before.
 It was drilled pin above both fingers, cg straight below the fingers.  After throwing it I was pleased with the way it read the mid lane and the way it went through the pins.  It is a bit on the sraighter side which is a plus with all of the monster hooking balls out there.  
I got to bowl a tournament with it the past weekend, 8 games, total pins, condition on this years USBC shot.  I used it all 8 games execpt for 4 shots on one lane.  The ball allowed me to play a touch straighter without giving up carry.  I won the tournament by 100 pins over second place.  I cannot say enough that without this ball I would not have won, it gave me a look that no one else was able to find.  
I must say nice job from the guys and gals at Motiv.
I look forward to drilling up some of the other Motiv equipment.
Keep them coming.