Ten years ago, if someone mentioned a Chinese motorcycle, chances are it was followed by an eye-roll. They were known as cheap knockoffs. Affordable, sure, but often plagued with questionable build quality, outdated tech, and styling that ranged from forgettable to downright weird. Brands like CFMoto were rarely taken seriously, especially in Western markets.
But fast-forward to today, and it’s a different story entirely.
CFMoto, in particular, has pulled off one of the most impressive glow-ups in the industry. With solid partnerships—most notably with KTM (luckily long before the whole insolvency drama)—they’ve leveled up in engineering, design, and performance. In markets like Australia, the Philippines, and even parts of Europe, CFMoto bikes are now viewed as legit alternatives to Japanese and European offerings, offering competitive pricing without feeling like budget compromises.
