CFMoto, that Chinese motorcycle brand with a penchant for shaking things up, has unveiled something that’s sure to turn heads—the 2025 CFMoto 450 CL-C. It’s a machine that doesn’t just dip a toe into the middleweight cruiser market but dives in with a splash, promising to bring the fight to the established players. With this bike, CFMoto is making it clear: they’re not just here to play; they’re here to win.
The CFMoto 450 CL-C is a Modern Classic
The 450 CL-C is all about blending classic lines with modern muscle. At first glance, you can see they’ve taken a page out of the old-school cruiser playbook—long and low, with a silhouette that speaks to the heart of motorcycling. But look closer, and you’ll find the kind of thoughtful details that show CFMoto’s been paying attention to what riders really want.
The heart of this beast is a 450cc parallel-twin engine, a nod to simplicity and reliability, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s a slouch. This motor is ready to rumble, packing a punch that’s going to make city streets and backroads a joy to carve up.
CFMoto’s paired it with a six-speed transmission, ensuring that you’ve got the right gear for any situation, whether you’re cruising the boulevard or twisting through mountain roads.
The frame is a tubular steel trellis, which not only keeps things light but adds a touch of flair to the bike’s overall look. The suspension setup, with an inverted fork up front and a monoshock in the rear, tells you this cruiser isn’t just about looking good—it’s built to handle whatever the road throws at you. And those wheels—17 inches of alloy goodness—wrapped in beefy tires, are going to keep you planted no matter how hard you push it.
Attention to Detail Appears to be Key
But what really sets the 450 CL-C apart is the attention to detail. The headlight is a modern LED affair, housed in a classic round shell, while the tail light is a slick, integrated unit that blends seamlessly into the rear fender.
The instrument panel is a digital display, clean and clear, giving you all the info you need at a glance without cluttering up the view. And then there’s the seat—a low-slung, two-piece affair that looks as comfortable as it is stylish.
CFMoto hasn’t skimped on the tech either. You’ve got dual-channel ABS as standard, keeping things safe when the roads get tricky. There’s even a slipper clutch, which might seem like overkill on a cruiser, but it’s a welcome addition for anyone who’s ever had to deal with a locked-up rear wheel on a downshift.
This bike is a statement from CFMoto—a declaration that they’re here to stay and that they understand what riders are looking for. It’s not just about power or performance, though the 450 CL-C has plenty of both. It’s about capturing that feeling of freedom, that connection between rider and machine that’s at the heart of motorcycling.
With the 450 CL-C, CFMoto is stepping into a crowded ring, but they’re coming in swinging. And from where I’m sitting, it looks like they’ve got what it takes to land a few solid punches. This is a bike that’s going to make people sit up and take notice—a middleweight cruiser with the soul of a heavyweight, and it’s going to be one to watch in 2025.
The bike is up on the company’s website and it is listed with a starting MSRP of $5,799. That’s right in line with some stiff competition in this middleweight cruiser segment. Check it out at CFMoto’s website.
