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Moto Morini To Enter The U.S Market

Americans will soon find a new range of affordable motorcycles from the Italian-Chinese company Moto Morini.

Moto Morini set to bring the X-Cape 650 and Seiemmezzo to the US.
The Moto Morini brand is currently available throughout Europe and Asia.

In the last couple of years, Moto Morini has been making great strides in Europe and Asia with the introduction of the X-Cape 650 adventure bike and the retro-style Seiemmezzo.

Just a few months ago, Moto Morini made its way to India.

However, Moto Morini is ready to set foot in the U.S., as confirmed by new U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documents.

Based on the document, listed the official manufacturer as Zhejiang Morini Vehicle Co. Ltd, operating under the Moto Morini brand.

While it remains to be seen which model will make its way to the Big Apple, it is likely to include X-Cape 650 and the Seiemmezzo range.

Chinese-Made Mitt 530TT Adventure Motorcycle To Debut In Europe

Mitt is a Spanish motorcycle company that offers affordable, entry-level machines for young and new riders, mainly in Spain and Portugal.

Mitt to offer the 530TT Adventure motorcycle in Europe by 2023.
The 530TT is the biggest and most powerful motorcycle from the company’s portfolio.

The company can retain its affordable price tag by manufacturing its product in China via Zongshen.

Thanks to its Chinese partnership, Mitt is ready to take it up a notch by introducing the 530TT Adventure motorcycle for the European market.

The 530TT Adventure is the biggest and most powerful model in the brand’s lineup so far, featuring a 476cc parallel-twin engine that makes 47.5hp and 43Nm.

That said, the 530TT Adventure will go head-to-head with the Honda CB500X and Benelli TRK502X. However, it remains to be seen if the 530TT Adventure will feature the typical 180-crank or the modern 270-crank.

Similar to its competitor, the Mitt 530TT Adventure also features a straightforward setup, including a simple ABS, adjustable inverted front forks and adjustable monoshock at the rear.

Completing the adventure looks is a pair of wire-spoked wheels shod with dual-purpose tires.

Other notable features include:

LED lighting
adjustable windshield
full-colour TFT instrument display
crash guard
radiator guard

The Mitt 530TT Adventure will be available in Europe by 2023 and is priced at EUR 7,905 (RM37.1k).

Chinese-Made Harley-Davidson X350 And X500 Shown In New Type-Approval Documents

Harley-Davidson first announced its partnership with China-based Qianjiang Group back in 2019 as part of a plan to expand its range to smaller-capacity motorcycles.

Harley-Davidson to roll out the Chinese-made X350 and X500 in Asia soon.
The smaller capacity Harley-Davidson will be built by Zhejiang Jisheng Motor Vehicle Co. Ltd.

Back then, the small Harley was referred to as the 338R, further confirmed by a leaked photo that revealed the side profile of the motorcycle.

However, the latest type-approval filed in China has revealed that not just one but two bikes have been approved for sale in the country with the name X350 and X500.

Accompanying the type-approval document is two photos that showcase the X350 and X500.

Firstly the X350 looks identical to the early sketches Harley showed back in 2019, mainly the flat-track-inspired bodywork.

According to reports, the upcoming X350 shared most of its components from QJMotor’s SRK350 and Benelli’s 302S, including the same 353cc parallel-twin engine.

That said, the document revealed that the X350 makes a good 36hp but tips the scale at 195kg, making it a pretty heavy bike.

In addition, the X350 is also fitted with the same rubber as the 302S, 120/70-17 at the front and 160/60-17 at the rear.

Meanwhile, the X500 features the same frame and engine as Benelli’s Leoncino 500. The X500 makes 47hp and weighs in at 206kg.

Despite being fitted with the same front and rear wheels as the X350, the larger bike features radial-mount callipers and a bigger brake disc similar to the Leoncino 500.

For your information, both of these bikes will be made by Zhejiang Jisheng Motor Vehicle Co. Ltd, a joint venture company set up by Harley-Davidson and Qianjiang in China.

CFMoto Lancar 10 Model Baharu Pada 2023, Dedah Model Konsep NK-C22

CFMoto akan memperkenalkan 10 model baharu dalam tempoh 12 bulan akan datang ketika di Autumn Strategy Conference 2022.

Pengumuman tersebut dibuat serentak dengan previu jentera konsep NK-C22 yang akan menjadi pengganti kepada siri NK sedia ada.

Sepertimana SR-C21 menjadi konsep kepada terhasilnya 450SR, NK-C22 pula akan menjadi asas kepada model NK akan datang.

Meskipun NK-C22 menjadi tumpuan pada acara tersebut namun pengumuman pelancaran 10 model pada 2023 menjadi fokus utama.

Menurut CFMoto, daripada 10 model terbabit, empat daripadanya merupakan motosikal elektrik.

Pada masa sama, CFMoto turut melancarkan sistem C-LINK, yang membolehkan kesemua model berkomunikasi antara satu sama lain.

Sementara itu, NK-C22 menampilkan reka bentuk lebih agresif dan unik sekaligus membuktikan usaha CFMoto untuk tampil berbeza berbanding meniru reka bentuk jenama lain.

Rekaan lampu depan berbentuk ‘Y’ dengan lampu projektor seakan berlian menyerlahkan lagi rupa NK-C22 tersebut.

Bahagian sisi pula tampak dinamik dan kompak dengan kehadiran ekzos berkembar SC Project membuatkan profil sisi kelihatan seperti MV Agusta Brutale.

Meskipun spesifikasi enjin tidak dinyatakan namun NK-C22 ini dijangka model NK generasi baharu nanti akan mengguna pakai enjin parallel-twin 450cc yang sama terdapat pada 450SR.

Ada juga kemungkinan NK-C22 ini akan turut mencetuskan varian NK yang lebih besar dengan dikuasakan enjin 700cc daripada model CL-X atau 800MT.

The Jedi Vision K750 Concept To Enter Production Soon

The Chinese motorcycle market is currently undergoing a revolution in terms of styling, technology and quality.

Jedi Motor K750 concept bike set to enter production stage soon.
The motorcycle was first unveiled as a prototype at EICMA.

CFMoto and Benelli/QJMotor are among the brands that are currently pushing themselves as an establishment that could really go up against other major brands in the world.

However, another Chinese manufacturer, Jedi Vision could up the ante with the K750 Concept which is set to enter production soon after its global unveiling at EICMA.

Like us who are not familiar with the company, Jedi Motor previously supplied bikes for the Chinese police force and security services. However, their latest move is to enter the consumer market.

The Vision K750 looks well built, balance and modern on par with a Japanese or European bike. Underneath the futuristic fairing sits a 730cc parallel-twin engine that delivers 68hp @ 7,500rpm and 66Nm @ 6,500rpm.

The same engine also powers the GTR750, a sport-tourer concept that features cast aluminium chassis, USD fork and Brembo brakes.

Meanwhile, the JFR750 comes in two variants, a scrambler-ish model with semi-knobby tires with spoke wheels; another features lower bars, alloy wheels and street tires.

According to latest reports, the GTR750 and JFR750 will also enters production soon.

Meet The Honda Rebel 500 Copycat – 48HP, 43Nm

Ducati tends to be the reference point for some Chinese motorcycle manufacturers when it comes to designing a new bike.

features the same 500cc parallel-twin engine.
makes 48hp and 43Nm.
only available in China for CNY28,880 (RM19k).

Moxiao made headlines earlier this year as the company drummed up rip-offs of the Ducati Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 with the 500RR and MX500.

While it’s common for Ducati machine to be cloned by some Chinese two-wheel brands, sometimes (very rarely) they glance over to Japan and see what’s going on over there.

Lo and behold, Xiang Shuai launched the Cangyun XS500 back in April during the company “Heavy Cruising 2022 New Product Conference”.

In a glance, any Honda fanboy can immediately notice the similarity between the Cangyun XS500 and the Rebel 500.

Similar to the Rebel 500, the Cangyun XS500 also powered by a 500cc parallel-twin engine.

Interestingly, while the Rebel 500 makes 45.9hp and 43.3Nm, the Loncin KE500 mill produces 48hp and 43Nm, thus making it a slightly powerful cruiser.

However, while the visual looks similar, Xiang Shuai made some minor adjustments to the Cangyun XS500. For example, it has taller ground clearance, and a bigger fuel tank.

So while it may looks the same, it’s actually a different bike altogether.

The new Xiang Shui Cangyun XS500 is currently on sale in China for CNY28,880 (RM19k).

Zontes To Penetrate The Indian Market With 5 New Models

Chinese motorcycle company, Zontes is set to penetrate the Indian market by introducing five new models.

Zontes to introduce five new models in India.
the 310 X and 310 T could be among the models.

While some Chinese motorcycle manufacturers are only trying to make money by producing obscure copycats version of an established brand, there are those who are serious about contributing to the global industry.

Brands like QJMotor and CFMOTO are the best examples of Chinese two-wheel companies that are really developing affordable yet reliable motorcycles for the global market.

As such, Zontes is next in line to bring affordable – but not necessarily cheaply made – motorcycles to a new market.

While the brand has already established itself in Asian countries, Zontes is ready to take the next big step by infiltrating the world’s biggest motorcycle market, India.

To do so, Zontes will release five models in India, mainly ranging from 125cc to 310cc. According to reports, a few of those could be the 310 X and 310T2 tourers which is likely to do well in India.

Moreover, the 310 series will go up against the ever-popular Indian-made KTM 390 range. This could well be the main objective for Zontes, offering a cheaper option than the KTM 390 model in the country.

Lagi Jenama Motosikal China Bakal Masuk Malaysia – Giliran Kove Motorcycles?

Pengeluar motosikal China, Colove Motorcycles mnawarkan pelbagai model di pasaran negara itu.

Bagaimanapun, dalam satu langkah terbaru, Colove Motorcycles bakal membawa jenama itu ke pasaran global setelah memohon hak tanda dagangan di beberapa pasaran dunia.

Tibet Summit Colove Motorcycles Sales Co. Ltd (Colove) sebelum ini telah menjual motosikal di bawah jenama ‘Colove’ dan Excelle’ namun beberapa model terbaru kini memaparkan nama ‘Kove’.

Dalam perkembangan terbaru, Colove telah pun memfailkan tanda dagangan bagi nama ‘Kove Hyper’ secara serentak di beberapa negara antaranya, Amerika Syarikat, Kanada, Australia, New Zealand, Filipina, Mongola dan Malaysia.

Ini secara tidak langsung memberi bayangan bahawa syarikat motosikal China itu akan membawa barisan model sedia ada untuk pasaran negara.

Buat masa ini tidak dapat dipastikan sama ada Colove merancang memasarkan motosikal Kove dengan sendirinya atau menerusi pengedar sedia ada seperti MForce Bike Holdings yang ketika ini memasarkan beberapa jenama motosikal China antaranya, Benelli, Keeway, SYM, QJMotor dan WMOTO.

Sementara itu, antara model Colove yang mencuri tumpuan ketika ini adalah Excelle 800X dan Excelle 525X dengan kedua-duanya merupakan motosikal ‘adventure touring’.

Excelle 800X dihidupkan enjin parallel-twin 799cc LC8 dari KTM manakala Excelle 522X pula dikuasakan enjin Loncin 471cc parallel-twin yang menawarkan 53hp dan 50Nm.

Benda Rasmikan Dua Versi Enjin V4 – 1198cc Dan 496ccc

Jenama motosikal China, Benda, telah pun memperkenalkan enjin V4 yang bakal diguna pakai pada model akan datang.

Enjin V4 tersebut tampil dengan dua versi, 1198cc dan 496cc dengan kedua-duanya dijangka akan menggerakan jentera ‘power cruiser’ yang akan diperkenalkan Benda tidak lama lagi.

Jika dibandingkan dengan enjin V4 pada Ducati Panigale, kapasiti V4 Benda lebih besar – 1198cc berbanding 1103cc – namun enjin baharu itu menghasilkan kuasa lebih rendah 154hp pada 9,500rpm dan 120Nm pada 7,500rpm.

Nisbah mampatan enjin V4 Benda juga lebih rendah 11.5:1 berbanding 14:1 pada Panigale V4 S.

Bagaimanapun, jalur kuasa yang dihasilkan enjin Benda ini bukanlah satu isu kerana pengeluar motosikal China itu tidak bercadang untuk menggunakan enjin tersebut pada jentera ‘supersport’ sebaliknya pada sebuah ‘power cruiser’ seperti Benda LFC700 yang diperkenalkan tahun lalu.

Sementara itu, turut mencuri perhatian adalah versi 496cc – dengan stroke 55.2mm dan bore 53.5mm -mampu meghasilkan 57hp dan 44.7Nm. Menariknya, nisbah mampatan sama seperti versi 1198cc – 11.5:1 – turut diguna pakai pada enjin ini.

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Americans will soon find a new range of affordable motorcycles from the Italian-Chinese company Moto Morini.

Mitt is a Spanish motorcycle company that offers affordable, entry-level machines for young and new riders, mainly in Spain and Portugal.

Harley-Davidson first announced its partnership with China-based Qianjiang Group back in 2019 as part of a plan to expand its range to smaller-capacity motorcycles.

The Chinese motorcycle market is currently undergoing a revolution in terms of styling, technology and quality.

Ducati tends to be the reference point for some Chinese motorcycle manufacturers when it comes to designing a new bike.

features the same 500cc parallel-twin engine.

makes 48hp and 43Nm.

only available in China for CNY28,880 (RM19k).

Chinese motorcycle company, Zontes is set to penetrate the Indian market by introducing five new models.

An updated Benelli TRK 502X surfaces in China, sporting a few changes including a new aluminium swingarm.

QJMotor has a pair of 700cc cruisers in the pipelines, and they might one day become rebadged Harley-Davidson models.

Northern two-wheeled stalwarts will introduce QJMotor SRK 600 naked streetfighter locally very soon.

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