UM, a Colombian motorcycle company founded in 1951, is mostly known for its budget-friendly, American-style, small-displacement cruisers. The company is able to keep its prices low thanks to sourcing its models from Chinese manufacturers. Particularly popular in Europe and parts of Asia, UM’s two-wheelers are ideal for beginners thanks to their docile performance and affordable price tags.
Its newest model, the Renegade ST, doesn’t really depart from the brand’s styling convention very much, as it still looks like an American cruiser, albeit on the smaller side. It’ll be offered in the European market for the 2023 model year in both 125cc and 300cc engine sizes. Interestingly, the Renegade ST 300’s engine has been sourced from fellow Chinese manufacturer CFMOTO, and takes the form of a single-cylinder, dual-overhead cam, four-valve engine churning out 28 horsepower and 17.5 lb-ft of torque. It sends power to the ground via a six-speed manual transmission.
