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The 2023 CFMOTO Ibex 800 T is High on Features, but Low on Refinement

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Chinese manufacturer CFMOTO is well known for their ATV's, but is somewhat new to making motorcycles. The Ibex 800 T is their flagship adventure bike, using a KTM designed 790 engine, and packing cruise control, heated grips, heated seat, crash bars, adjustable windshield, quickshifter and more. But, despite packing in a lot of features for the money, I revealed some rideability issues during my test. #motorcycles #motorbike #cfmoto #adv #advrider #dualsport #bike #ride

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00:00 Intro/Specs
05:20 Tour/Features
10:02 First Ride
12:50 Freeway
14:56 Cruise Control Issue
15:45 Sport Riding
18:29 Controls
19:01 Off Road Test
22:54 Surging Issue
23:42 ABS
24:41 Drop/Lift
26:54 Rain Mode
27:30 Conclusion ---
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20 Comments

@BigRockMoto Creator 3 years ago Pinned

Would you be willing to try a CFMOTO over the more established competition? Chime in below!

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@ДмитрийБастин-й3т 3 years ago

Have been owning this bike for almost a year (around 20.000 km currently), the review is pretty much on point, thanks for your work.
A couple of things I'd like to add:
1) Fueling issue.
You have to go to the dealership and force them to update fuel mapping, then the problem goes away. The update has been available for a year, so no idea why new bike doesn't have the latest mapping.
2) Crash Durability
I've used this bike quite a lot offroad riding different terrains (rocks, sand, gravel). And I've dropped the bike may times on all of them. Sometimes it has fallen on the hard rocks in the mountains and rolled away. No damage to the bike whatsoever (except for cosmetics like paint and crash bars, obviously)
3) Realiability
Considering how I treated this bike, I would say the conditions were at the worse 99% percentile of how people would use machine like this. The only problem i had was that protective layer of the dashboard started to peel off after half a year- the entire screen was replaced under warranty. Nothing else has gone wrong.
4) Offroad
It can be ridden offroad quite hard, although definitely there are better machines for that. But I have been riding with guys on Tenere, Africa twin, KTM 890, Tuareg for a year and haven't been in a single situation, when the bike didn't pull through. So this bike will limit you only if you progressed enough, train regularly and seek harder and harder challenges.

@grantcrossley8909 3 years ago

I’ve owned the 800MT for over 12 months and I’ve got 22000km on it. I love it. No problems, nothing has broken or fallen off. The fueling was improved with an ECU update from CFMoto. There was a recall for 2022 models to replace the water pump impeller which has been carried out by the dealer. Like you said in your video ,it is an Adventure tourer and it does that very well. Best value for money out there.

@MikesMotorcycleProjects 3 years ago

I know this is subjective thing but I think this might be the best looking adventure bike out there. The styling is spot on. It’s actually a beautiful looking bike that’s not quirky or over the top. Those headlights just look good!

@francesco_santi 3 years ago

I've tested it and I liked it. Then after 2 days I tested the V-Strom 800 DE and I understood why Chinese manufacturers still have a long way to go. And despite having less features and a slightly high price (at least here in Europe) at the end I purchased the Suzuki. Thank you for your great review.

@fireice1997 3 years ago

I commented on the last video talking about this bike and I’m glad you posted the video. But I’ve had 22 motorcycles since 2018 and that’s persists over all brands and their newer models. I have to say that I’m blown away by my CFmoto 450ss. For the price it checks so many boxes. In the Facebook groups I’m in some people have over 25,000 miles on there’s and it’s been fine. I’m convinced that this brand is hitting the market hard and the Japanese need to be focused on CFmoto. My H2 which is kawasakis premium line doesn’t even come close to the features my 450 has. That’s a bike that’s 5,400$ beating my 20,000$ bike. Yeah the h2 is faster but that’s about all it has to offer. Personally I’m pumped that CFmoto is throwing a hand in the game because when there’s competition between brands the winner is the customer👍🏼

@MotoXplor 2 years ago

I'd buy one. Based on what I've heard from many owners and testers, it's a great bike. Plus, with all you get for the price, you can't beat it. Cruise control, heated seat and grips, engine protection, center stand, etc. If I were in the market for a new bike, this would be high on the list.

@Roostersride 2 years ago

Not only was I willing try one I bought one. It’s a blast and super comfortable.

@thedownwardmachine 3 years ago

For that kind of money, I’d be cross shopping a used, fully kitted pre 2020 Africa Twin

@moturcu4226 2 years ago

I bought this bike two weeks ago and I am extremely happy.

@billfish5913 3 years ago

I sat on the Ibex T at a dealer last weekend. It looks appealing. I saw a you tube from Australia that said they have a computer fix for the herky jerky throttle. It appears top heavy with a full fuel tank. I think it would be good on the highway. I wouldn’t take it off road. I like the leg room on the Ibex for comfort. My concern is with our trade relationship with China, I worry about getting parts. Otherwise it seems like a deal to me. I have ridden an Electraglide for 23 years and a Goldwing for about that long before. So I like a bike that my wife and I can tour on. Great review as usual Ian. Thanks.😎

@CMB911 3 years ago

I bought one a month and a half ago and already have about 1500 miles on it. It's a great commuter, does great on the highway with cruise control, and does great offroad with better tires. I put Kenda Big Blocks on mine and rode it for about 700 miles one weekend on a camping trip with about 200 miles of forest roads. I'm loving it so far! I traded up from a KTM 390 Adventure.

@MrUled 3 years ago

Finally an honest, unsponsored review. Thanks!

@FrankieWellman 3 months ago (edited)

This review is older but I wanted to give my 2 cents as an owner of the 2023 CFMOTO IBEX 800T. I have owned many many bikes. When it comes to riding this bike on highway it is a joy. It is super smooth and the cruise, quick shifter, and heated grips and seat are true game changers When it comes to riding offroad it feels much like my 2012, 2016, and my 2018 Tiger 800 XCX, XCR, XCA. If your an experienced offroad rider then you can do fire roads, dirt roads, and single track where you have some medium type terrain. There are a couple of youtube videos where an experienced rider really showed what this can do offroad and it is impressive. If your new to offroad and you want to ride more offroad then get the IBEX 450, I also own that bike and it is such a joy to ride offroad. So bottom line if you want a road first bike that can do offroad then this is a winner, if you want offroad first and some on road then get the IBEX 450. Don't be afraid of the CFMOTO, it is a great brand and a quality motorcycle and this is coming from a diehard Japanese bike fan.

@IAmYourReflection 3 years ago (edited)

What’s cool about this bike is you can do updates using your phone. I thought I heard there was a fueling update available???
And there is an updated model out(maybe not in the us) that has traction control ect

The things that make this bike stand out from the Japanese competition are it’s tubeless spoked wheels(which all adv bikes should have) and the nice looking headlight/fairing/front end, which the Suzuki and Honda are both lacking

@Im-a-Fool 3 years ago

Hi Ian, I purchased the 2023 Ibex800T , my main consideration was cost, I couldnt buy a decent used Adv Touring bike at the price of this new bike. Used bike prices are out of control like everything else is. My CFMOTO dealer is very close and reputable, and there was no price gouging with my purchase. The throttle issues you mentioned have been mitigated in a couple of ways, for me there was resetting the Throttle mapping (Turn the bike on with the throttle wide open, don't start it though, count to 60 , turn it off and start it normally), and also tightening the carb to airbox connectors (night and day differnce) and also received an OTA update through the CFMOTO Ride app that addressed an MTU error message (It updated cooling fan logic that was causing it)

@ryanm6869 3 years ago

Just turned 4k miles on my 800T and I love it! I mostly commute to work (95 miles highway) on it and I’ve taken it camping a few times (a little gravel road action) I’m coming from a cbr600rr. I’m new to the ADV world and this is a perfect intro for me. And I think the bike is beautiful! Can’t wait to go on more adventures on it! Great review 🤙

@Mo-Max 3 years ago

Hi Ian, thank you for reviewing this CFmoto. I just recently became aware of this brand and bought a 450ss which has been great. But, my interest in adventure bikes is growing, and I would love to see more of the middleweight bikes at this price point. I would definitely consider this bike, but I think they will get better for offroad versatility in a couple years.

@canacruzer5173 3 years ago

I think they have for the price a very good starting platform with room to build on. Give them a couple of years with customer feedback and I think they will be able to compete well with the middle leaguers. Great review as always.

@fourthgearexploring 3 years ago

In Europe we now get an updated 800MT Explore Edition wich has the surging issue completely resolved, has TC, 6 ride modes, lane assist, rear crash radar, MMI 8 inch screen with Apple CarPlay, better suspension. You should try that when it comes to the US. I'd say it is the best bang for buck adv motorcycle currently on the market anywhere in the world.