When riding around the city, it goes without saying that bigger is never better. That said, there’s a fine line between capably compact and too small to be practical. Perhaps this is one of the many reasons why small-displacement bikes with engines within the 300cc to 450cc range have become so popular in recent years.
Indeed, bikes like the CFMoto 450 NK and Yamaha MT-03 are loved because of their versatility, not so much their outright performance. You can ride them through heavy traffic, filtering effortlessly through rows upon rows of gridlock. But when the road opens up, you can very easily exceed the speed limit, not to mention, have a blast on the twisties.
To that end, up-and-coming manufacturers, particularly those from China, are eager to capitalize on the growing popularity of small bikes. And this is where Morbidelli enters the picture with its new F352.