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I Tested 6 Chinese Adventure Bikes - Here's The One I'd Actually Buy

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Which Chinese adventure bike would YOU pick?

In this shootout, I test and rank SIX Chinese ADV motorcycles, including a mystery bike revealed at the end. I took them through road sections, gravel tracks, and a motocross track as well as a race track to give you a real-world comparison of performance, comfort, and off-road potential.

🏆 Top contenders include the CFMotos ADV lineup as well as the Voge 525 DSX and more.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:15 Bike Lineup
03:21 *CFMoto 800MT Explore Edition*
08:09 *CFMoto 700MT*
11:13 *CFMoto 800MTX*
17:26 *Voge 525DSX*
21:21 *CFMoto 450MT*
28:41 *MYSTERY BIKE reveal*
44:43 *MYSTERY BIKE 2nd location*
48:57 Final Verdict & Ranking

📢 What do you think? Drop a comment and tell me which bike you'd take home.

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20 Comments

@RideWithNimrod Creator 1 year ago (edited) Pinned

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🏍 Which of these adventure bikes would you pick and why? Or maybe a different one?
💬 Let’s argue politely in the comments. 😁

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@raphymartinez 1 year ago

In 3 to 5 years everyone will stop saying “for the price” and realize that we are getting ripped off by other brands on price/features. I just picked up an Ibex 450 (450 MT in the US) and my other bike is a Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Having a blast in the CF Moto and refuse to say it’s awesome for the price.. because it’s just awesome

@e.m.k.2018 3 months ago

Guys, just go out and enjoy nature. My first ride was a jincheng 180cc. A mimick of a sportbike. It taught me all the basics and pro tips on biking. 5yrs down the line I own an several bikes. Africa twin is my favourite. That natural breeze when riding doesn't care of the bike type

@jamesfeuilherade3664 1 year ago

Recently purchased a CFMoto 800 MT Touring. Stunning value for money, cruise control quick shifter are standout features. Super comfortable. Why you would pay more than double the price for a BMW, I don’t know. Like in the late 60’s with the Brit Japanese motorcycle rivalry…the Chinese bikes are as good and are here to stay I think.

@dustifyoumust2244 9 months ago

Your consideration to fellow people and animals (sheep) is most appreciated. It's the sign of a confident and kind person. Thanks.

@OnyabikeMike 1 year ago

Great bike test 👍 I'm 66 and had a Tenere700 for a couple of years but recently downsized to the Cfmoto 450MT and I'm very happy with it, you definitely get a lot of bike for the money. Cheers 🍻

@WStar4Life 1 year ago

Just picked up the CFMOTO Ibex 800 E which is what the 800 MT Explorer is called in the US. It is definitely more of a 70% onroad touring bike capable of light gravel trails or fire roads, but that is what I needed. Just waiting for it to be delivered and as soon as the break in is done I am taking a trip to Mt Rushmore! 👍

@ands2873 7 months ago

I came to ur channel from a comment elsewhere and u did not disappoint!!! You’ve earned urself a new sub! Superb and thorough review! Enjoyed every minute!

@kenhiett5266 10 months ago

Here for the 800MTX review. I thought I was going to buy the Norden until just realizing this bike existed. Half the price this well equipped makes me suspicious, but if it checks out in terms of reliability, why wouldn't I reward this company with my business. I definitely prefer the styling of the 901, but I could use a little of the savings on a quality custom wrap to help with that.

@paulgrant7949 11 months ago (edited)

Thanks champion, I really I enjoyed your review! I recently purchased an 800 MTX and I absolutely love it!😊 I've also added the aftermarket bits and pieces and they were worth every cent! Looking forward to more of your content and I'll buy your coffee very soon!
😊👍

@Gracjusz10 8 months ago

I wanted to buy an adventure motorcycle. I visited many Japanese, Italian, and German dealers. The prices were sky-high, for bare-bones motorcycles with no equipment whatsoever. I visited a local Chinese motorcycle dealer. 15 brands in one place, all spare parts and service within 24 hours. I found a Zontes 703F motorcycle for $10,000 with a 7-year warranty. All the equipment included! Three aluminum cases, heated grips, an engine guard, pipes around the motorcycle, cornering lights, an electric wind deflector, a quickshifter, 105 horsepower, fully adjustable Marcochi suspension, fog lights, ABS, traction control, and Michelin tires. I could choose between a 21-inch or 19-inch front wheel. They even delivered it to my door for that price! Do you have anything like that in your BMW or other "premium" brand at this price? I doubt it.

@PaperBorder 1 year ago

Great video mate. Love the comparison!

@markfenlon7049 1 year ago (edited)

Interesting video. My 450MT was delivered yesterday, 100kms done last night. Very happy with CF, I also ordered the 700MT ADV, arriving next month. My old bikes (which I'll keep) XL1000 Varadero, FJR1300, BMW R1200R. Love them all but getting a bit heavy as I'm 67. Test rode 2025 Tenere, 750 Trans, 660 Tuareg, with some extras, double the price, allowing me to buy 2 CF's.

@faisalarh 1 year ago

In Indonesia, only the CFMoto 450MT and 800MT available to buy, Indonesian big bike market are very small, with Japanese brand dominate in low capacity scooter.

The 450MT sells like hot cake because it cheaper than its nearest competitor, Honda CB500X and opens up new rider that still very price sensitive here.

@heint8169 1 year ago

This is an interesting test comparison!

@tiborbede8972 7 months ago

Köszönöm! Also watching Alpár 😊

@tmiedzybrodzki 1 year ago

Today ordered CF Moto 450MT 🎉

@canolando3499 11 months ago

I rode both the cf moto ibex 450 and 800 each for 40 minutes.
I liked the 450 more than my ktm adven390 and loved the 800.
I will be getting next year!!!

@ivaylokovachev139 1 year ago

Did you just say "The 230 kilometre weight" at 6:38 ? That was funny. Nice video overall!

@MrStanni6365 7 months ago

Glad ive found this as im very interested in the voge dsx 525 or 625 as voge is part of the company that makes the smaller bmw engines so cant be that bad