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Is CFMoto’s V4SR-RR Superbike the Wakeup Call for Established Manufacturers?

Is CFMoto about to reshape the global superbike conversation?

The Chinese manufacturer’s V4SR-RR prototype just completed wind tunnel testing at Pininfarina’s facility in Turin, Italy. The results are sending a clear message: CFMoto is serious about claiming a place at the top table of performance motorcycling.

Could the CFMoto 800MT-ES Dethrone Premium Adventure Tourers?

CFMoto just raised the bar for mid-range adventure tourers by equipping the 2026 800MT-ES with electronically adjustable suspension. Most bikes in this segment stick with conventional setup—you dial in your preferred feel and hope it works for everything.

The 800MT-ES does things differently. Working with KYB, CFMoto engineered semi-active suspension that continuously adapts in real time to road surface, load, and riding style.

The Fully Faired CFMoto Papio XO-1 Brings Retro Min-Moto Cool

The road, my friends, is a tapestry woven with endless tales, and today’s yarn spins around a pint-sized marvel. Feast your eyes on the CFMOTO Papio XO-1, a machine that whispers sweet nothings of yesteryear’s speed and daring, all wrapped up in a package barely larger than a hound dog.

This is a defiant nod to the literbikes and the over-engineered speed demons you see on the road and track. The Papio XO-1 is motorcycling at its best. It looks small. It looks fun. And it won’t break the bank either.

A New CFMoto 500SR Voom Coming Soon. Will it Come to the US?

The CFMoto 500SR Voom. That’s a terrible name for what is potentially a super cool bike, a sportbike that is stirring up memories of those wild and wonderful 400cc rockets from the late ’80s and early ’90s.

The Voom’s got a look that’ll make your heart skip a beat, with a curved front and those “retro” round headlights that are actually ram-air intakes. Sneaky, right? And under the sleek bodywork, she packs a punch with a 78-hp, 499cc inline-four engine.

Check Out This Custom CFMoto Papio Scrambler by Steady Garage

In the ever-evolving world of mini-motos, Steady Garage has once again flexed its creative muscles, this time with the CFMoto Papio CL 126 as its canvas. Known for turning pint-sized bikes into street art on wheels, the California-based shop took this scrambler-styled mini and elevated it to something extraordinary.

The result? A showcase of precision engineering, bolt-on brilliance, and eye-catching aesthetics that would make even a big-bike purist take notice.

5 CFMOTO Ibex 450 Highlights

The CFMOTO Ibex 450 brings adventure-ready performance to riders looking for versatility and affordability. With an impressive array of features, this motorcycle stands out in the competitive adventure segment. Whether you’re hitting the open road or tackling off-road trails, the Ibex 450 delivers a well-rounded experience. Here are five highlights that make the CFMOTO Ibex 450 a bike to consider.

The U.S. Government’s Proposed Ban Could Kick CFMoto and Kove Out of the United States

Well, here we go again. In the ongoing game of geopolitical chess, the U.S. has turned its gaze toward the world of motorcycles, with a new set of proposed rules that could see certain foreign brands like CFMoto and Kove banned by 2027. And it’s all thanks to that magic word: “connected.”

Check Out the CFMoto 450 CL-C

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.

CFMoto Experiments With Seat Belts On Motorcycles

Seat belts on motorcycles? Apparently, CFMoto thinks this could be a good idea. The company recently filed a patent application for that exact thing. This is some new territory, though CFMoto isn’t the only company experimenting with new safety tech.

The CFMoto 500SR Voom Is the Best-Looking Sportbike

Okay, the title of this article is a bold statement, but the CFMoto 500SR Voom makes a pretty bold visual statement. The sportbike is gorgeous, simultaneously looking futuristic while calling back to the sportbikes of old. I freaking love it.