8 Sport Series Bumper Boats for Dataran Lang, Langkawi, Malaysia

A Sport Series Bumper Boat Project at Dataran Lang, Langkawi

In 2025, AKP Travel and Transport Sdn Bhd, a Malaysian tourism and transport company, selected eight QIQU Sport Series bumper boats for a commercial water attraction in Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.

The project was later identified by the customer as Fun Rides – Bumper Boat Ride at Dataran Lang. By January 2026, all eight boats had arrived, and subsequent operating videos showed the complete fleet in use.

According to the company's introduction, AKP has nearly ten years of experience in the tourism industry. Its business has included inbound travel packages for overseas visitors, particularly the Indian market. The company is now focusing on mini bumper boat rental services at parks and tourist attractions, with plans to expand this business into multiple Malaysian states.

For this first cooperation with QIQU, the customer wanted a bumper boat model with a more contemporary appearance rather than the traditional pirate theme.

Why the Customer Chose Sport Series Instead of Pirate Bumper Boats

When the customer first discussed the project with QIQU, our team introduced the Pirate Series as one possible option.

However, after reviewing the product photos, the customer preferred the Sport Series bumper boat.

The reason was mainly its appearance. Compared with the pirate-themed design, the Sport Series features sharper body lines and a more modern, car-inspired shape. The customer felt this design was a better match for the visual style they wanted at the attraction.

The customer also compared other suppliers and reviewed alternative car-shaped bumper boat designs before making the final decision.

From an engineering perspective, the Sport Series shares the same core platform as the Pirate Series, including modified PE hull technology, brushless propulsion and linked steering.

For this project, the main differences were the exterior styling and overall dimensions, while the core mechanical configuration and passenger capacity remained the same.

This gave the customer a different visual style without changing the fundamental operating system.

An Original Sport Series Design Developed and Molded by QIQU

The Sport Series is one of QIQU's own independently designed and developed bumper boat models. It is not simply a modified appearance of an existing boat. We developed this distinctive car-inspired design as a separate product, with a dedicated mold made specifically for its production.

Developing the mold was a substantial part of the project. It took more than two months of design and development work to bring the mold to completion before the model could enter production.

This investment in product development allows us to offer a distinctive design that is different from conventional pirate-style bumper boats. Combined with our modified PE hull technology and established propulsion system, the Sport Series reflects QIQU's ability to develop original commercial water ride products rather than relying entirely on standard designs available in the market.

For operators looking for a more modern appearance, the Sport Series provides another option while retaining the same core engineering platform as our Pirate Series.

A Factory Visit Before the First Order

On July 1, 2025, the customer traveled to China and visited QIQU's manufacturing facility.

During the visit, the customer focused on several practical aspects of the equipment and manufacturing process:

• Factory production equipment and manufacturing scale

• PE hull material and material thickness

• Motor specifications and propulsion system

• The overall construction and manufacturing process

Rather than making a purchasing decision based only on photographs and product specifications, the customer had an opportunity to inspect the manufacturing environment and discuss the equipment directly with our team.

After the factory visit, QIQU also helped coordinate the customer's travel and hotel arrangements. Our team accompanied the customer in Shanghai on July 2, before the customer returned to Malaysia on July 3.

The project site was still being prepared at that time, so the customer did not place the order immediately. After further discussions and price negotiations, the deposit was received on November 5, 2025.

Eight Sport Series Bumper Boats with Custom Color Combinations

The final order consisted of eight identical Sport Series bumper boats, with the customer selecting four hull colors and two inflatable bumper ring color combinations.

The configuration was:

Hull colors

• 2 yellow boats

• 2 blue boats

• 2 orange boats

• 2 purple boats

Inflatable bumper ring colors

• 4 boats with yellow and red bumper rings

• 4 boats with yellow and blue bumper rings

The different color combinations gave the fleet a more varied appearance while keeping all eight boats within the same product series.

The customer did not request additional logo branding. The customization focused on the hull and bumper ring colors.

Sport Series Bumper Boat Specifications

Each boat was manufactured using QIQU's modified polyethylene hull technology and one-piece rotational molding process.

The main specifications for this project were:

A Dual-Battery Configuration for Longer Operation

The customer wanted a longer operating time and therefore selected two 12V 90Ah batteries for each boat, providing a 24V power configuration.

Based on QIQU's experience with the same battery configuration across its commercial Pirate Series bumper boats, an operating period of approximately 4–6 hours is a reasonable reference under suitable conditions.

Actual runtime depends on operating intensity, passenger load, battery condition and charging practices.

The Sport Series uses the same core propulsion platform as the Pirate Series, so the customer could choose the preferred appearance while retaining the established power system.

Production, Testing and Customer Confirmation

After receiving the deposit on November 5, 2025, QIQU arranged production for the eight boats.

All eight units were completed on November 18.

The production process included hull manufacturing, assembly, electrical and propulsion system installation, battery accessory preparation and final inspection.

Before packing, each boat underwent functional checks. The team also checked the relevant electrical components and steering functions.

QIQU documented the production process and completed boats with photographs and videos, which were shared with the customer for confirmation.

This allowed the customer to review the finished equipment before international shipment.

Resolving the Battery Transportation Issue

One practical challenge arose during shipping preparation.

On November 14, 2025, the customer informed QIQU that the original freight forwarder had raised concerns about transporting the batteries. The customer initially considered purchasing replacement batteries locally in Malaysia.

Both sides continued discussing possible arrangements, including the battery racks and chargers.

QIQU then provided the relevant battery material information and supporting certificates for the freight forwarder's review.

After further coordination, the forwarder confirmed that the batteries could be transported together with the boats.

On December 2, the customer reconfirmed the required shipment contents:

• 8 Sport Series bumper boats

• 8 battery racks

• 16 batteries

• Battery chargers

• Life jackets

This resolved the transportation concern without requiring the customer to purchase a separate set of batteries in Malaysia.

Packaging and International Shipment to Malaysia

The eight boats were prepared for export using protective steel-frame packaging.

Two boats were packed in each steel-frame package, with protective carpet used to help protect the equipment during handling and transportation.

The complete shipment consisted of six packages:

• 4 packages containing the eight boats

• 1 package containing the inflatable bumper rings

• 1 package containing the batteries and related accessories

The shipment details were:

The customer's freight forwarder handled the international transportation and customs arrangements, while QIQU supported the product preparation and shipping documentation.

The customer confirmed receipt on January 29, 2026.

During the unpacking inspection, the customer confirmed the arrival of all eight boats, eight battery racks and sixteen batteries.

From Delivery to Daily Operation at Dataran Lang

After delivery, the customer shared photographs and videos with QIQU.

On February 1, 2026, the customer explicitly identified the project as:

Fun Rides – Bumper Boat Ride @ Dataran Lang, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.

The operating footage showed all eight Sport Series bumper boats in use at the attraction.

QIQU also reviewed publicly available visitor photos and videos showing the same location and equipment. Several independent posts displayed the same operating information.

The promotional materials reviewed for this case showed a ride price of RM25 per boat for a 12-minute session, with a maximum capacity of two adults and one child.

These details provide a useful example of how a commercial bumper boat attraction can be organized around a defined ride duration and passenger capacity.

Adjusting the Ride Timer for Better Operating Efficiency

One interesting part of this project happened after the boats had arrived.

Initially, the ride timer was set to 30 minutes. The customer felt this was too long for the intended operating model.

QIQU suggested reducing the duration to 15 minutes. After considering the time required for boarding, putting on life jackets and giving passengers basic safety instructions, the customer decided that 12 minutes would be more suitable.

This arrangement allowed approximately ten minutes of actual riding time while leaving room for passenger preparation and turnover between sessions.

On January 30, 2026, QIQU provided video instructions to help the customer adjust the timer. The customer confirmed that the adjustment had been completed successfully.

This was a practical example of after-sales support based on the customer's actual operating requirements rather than simply delivering the equipment and ending the project.

Additional Spare Keys and Continued Support

Each boat was originally supplied with its own operating key.

On February 17, 2026, the customer requested another eight spare keys, one for each boat. The request was made as a precaution so that spare keys would be available if an original key was lost or became unavailable.

QIQU arranged and dispatched the additional keys.

The customer had already confirmed receipt of the boats and normal operation. The subsequent communication showed that support continued beyond the original delivery.

Planning a Commercial Sport Series Bumper Boat Project?

This Langkawi project demonstrates how commercial bumper boat buyers can select a product according to both the appearance they want and the operating configuration they need.

For AKP Travel and Transport, the Sport Series offered a more contemporary alternative to the Pirate Series, while retaining the same core engineering platform and passenger capacity.

The project also involved several practical considerations that matter to commercial operators:

• Comparing different suppliers and product designs before purchasing

• Visiting the factory to inspect manufacturing capabilities

• Selecting hull and bumper ring colors for a complete fleet

• Choosing battery capacity according to operating requirements

• Preparing the correct battery documentation for international shipping

• Planning ride duration around passenger turnover

• Maintaining access to technical support and spare parts after delivery

QIQU manufactures commercial PE bumper boats for amusement parks, resorts, lakes and other public water attractions.

If you are comparing different bumper boat styles, explore our Commercial PE Bumper Boats page to see the Pirate Series and Sport Series options.

Contact QIQU to discuss your project requirements, fleet configuration and custom bumper boat solutions.