Page 20 - LHR Motorcycle Magazine August 2024
P. 20
“CFMoto's is revised and there's no indication camshaft
issues will be a problem here.”
Value vs rivals
Packing lots of lovely mid-range, it feels slightly de-
tuned in the CFMoto with a softer throttle response Now linked to KTM’s European distribution network,
(unless you select Sport mode) than on the 790 Duke CFMoto’s products are being aggressively marketed
but that’s not to its detriment. Fun to use and with an by the Austrian firm. In a deal that sees the two firms
incredibly precise quickshifter and gearbox, its softer working very closely in partnership (CFMoto build all
fuel mapping suits the NK’s attitude and is spirited KTM’s 790 products and use the older-generation
when requested but also easy-going if you want to parallel twin in their own bikes), CFMoto’s products
take it gently. It can be made A2-legal if required.
are set to be sold alongside KTM’s in an ever-
increasing number of multi-brand dealerships.
In fact, the are currently 43 CFMoto dealerships in the
UK but this number is expected to rise to roughly 60 in
the near future. The majority are solus CFMoto
dealerships but a lot of existing KTM franchises are
also taking on the Chinese firm’s products.
Reliability & build quality
Considering its price tag you would expect to find a
few corners cut on the CFMoto’s build quality or level
of finish, however this doesn’t appear to be the case.
Its styling is pleasingly contemporary, the fit and finish
seems good and the NK comes with a four-year
warranty, which is reassuring, and up to seven years
extendable breakdown recovery if serviced by an When you look at the price of the CFMoto and
authorised dealer. It can also do automatic over-the- compare it to is rivals it is hard not to be very
air software updates via its dash. impressed indeed.
It's worth noting that KTM's LC8c engines haven't In terms of value for money, the 800NK Advanced is a
always been the most reliable, but in fairness, clear winner. LHR
CFMoto's is revised and there's no indication
camshaft issues will be a problem here.
CFMoto 800NK
