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The motorcycle industry is at a crossroads. Not only is there an electric revolution that challenges the generations-old success of ICE vehicles, but there's also another revolution – the rise of affordable, foreign brands that challenge the very existence of some of the oldest players in the market.
CFMoto is one such manufacturer that has made its way to the forefront of the motorcycle industry. It's produced one impressive bike after the other – from savvy tourers to hardcore adventure bikes. However, at this year's EICMA, it was its concepts that created the most buzz.
CFMoto revealed the 1,000cc V4 engine it plans to put on its Master of Speed superbike concept, but hidden behind all that glitz and glamor was the CF-X, an electric motocross bike that is built on the company's previously teased EVMX prototype.
Although CFMoto has not disclosed power specs, it has confirmed that the bike will get three riding modes, will run on a 400-V electrical system, and will have an output that is said to be comparable to that of a traditional 450cc motocrosser.
The 400-V system points to fast-charging capabilities, something that would give the CF-X a considerable edge over other electric off-roaders. While the size of the battery is unconfirmed, we do know that the bike weighs a mere 276 lb (125 kg).
CFMoto has disclosed few specifications of the bike thus far, but we do know that it gets WP suspension with a travel of 12.2 inches front and back, and a seat height of 37.8 inches (96 cm). That seat height will not be kind to the everyday rider by any means. But then again, this bike isn't designed for the everyday rider.
In its design, there's a clear focus on making a frame that is lightweight, sturdy, and has a low center of gravity for increased agility. What struck me in the concept bike was the rear-mounted radiator placed underneath the rider's seat. Radiators have less of a use on electrics than ICE bikes and that's because EVs run cooler. So, I suspect CFMoto has opted for the rear placement here to manage the heat from the battery pack. It's small, and discrete and helps keep the profile of the bike narrow.