The Can Ams were great bikes but that Qualifier (Q3) was only "big" in engine size. I have a few of those in various engine sizes and they are actually very small in stature (due to a high breather frame that had it's intake behind the headlight). My wife learned how to ride on a 400 Q3 as the bike is short, it has a very nice motor, and all of the Qualifiers came with a throttle that had a "trap door" where you could open it, move the cable to another cam, and have your choice of 1/4 or 1/2 turn. Much easier than a G2! I have a road legal 350 Q3 that I will be riding this year for fun...I can't wait! BTW, I'm an vintage dirt bike "hoarder" so if anyone wants to talk/trade Can Am, send me a PM as I have lots of parts and bikes!
Eric