You know that feeling when a new kid shows up at school, and everyone’s sizing them up to see if they’ll blend in, stand out, or do something totally unexpected? That’s CFMoto with the 750SR-S. In a world where Japanese sportbikes strut around like the popular kids, this bold new ride from China is basically walking into the cafeteria carrying a tray full of confidence and asking, “Mind if I join you?” The 750SR-S isn’t just another motorcycle; it’s CFMoto’s way of saying, “Yeah, we can do high-tech, fast, and flashy, too – maybe with a few tricks you didn’t see coming.”
So, what’s the big deal with this bike? Well, for starters, a four-cylinder sportbike is a rite of passage for any motorcycle brand that wants to be taken seriously. It’s sort of like the coming-of-age movie where the underdog gets a makeover and suddenly everyone at school pays attention. In this case, CFMoto has cleaned up pretty nicely. The 750SR-S is their first-ever inline-four motorcycle, which means it’s got four cylinders working together like a tiny, angry orchestra. The engine is a 749cc job that pumps out 110 horsepower – enough to make things interesting, but not so much that you’ll need to start budgeting for traffic lawyers.
Designer: CFMoto
Now, if you’re the kind of person who thinks “horsepower” is something that only matters at the Kentucky Derby, here’s the translation: this bike is quick, but not terrifying. In the world of sportbikes, it’s actually a little chill. For context, the Suzuki GSX-R750 (that’s a bike with serious street cred) makes about 147 horsepower, so the CFMoto is a tad more approachable for mere mortals. You get plenty of go, but you’re not signing up for a rocket ride straight to the ER.
The real magic trick here is how much CFMoto is packing into this thing for what they’re likely to charge. Their whole shtick is “more for less” – think of it as the Costco of motorcycles. For the price of a mid-range Japanese bike, you’re getting a lot of trick tech. We’re talking a 6.2-inch TFT screen, which is basically a tablet glued to your handlebars. It’s got Bluetooth, so you can keep up with your group chat or pretend you’re an important CEO taking calls at a red light. There’s keyless ignition, which means you can leave your key in your pocket and spend less time fumbling and more time feeling stylish. The bike even does over-the-air updates, like your smartphone – because why shouldn’t your motorcycle nag you about software, too?
And let’s talk about safety, because even the most normie among us can appreciate not dying. The 750SR-S has cornering ABS, which is a fancy way of saying it helps you not wipe out if you brake hard while leaned over in a corner. There’s also a quickshifter for snappy gear changes (upshift only, but hey, it’s a start) and fully adjustable suspension for when you want to tinker like a pro racer, or just brag to your friends that you can. Brembo brakes are standard, which is a big deal in bike land; they’re basically the Apple of stopping power.
But maybe the most fun detail is the wind tunnel-tested front spoilers. Yes, spoilers on a motorcycle. These little wings generate actual downforce – about 30 newtons worth – so the bike stays more planted at speed. You might not be racing at the Isle of Man, but you can absolutely tell your coworkers your new ride is “aerodynamically optimized.” If that doesn’t get you a free coffee, I don’t know what will.
For context, CFMoto isn’t just some random startup. They’ve been manufacturing motorcycles for years and even produce some KTM models under license. This experience shows in the fit and finish of their recent models, which have improved dramatically over the past decade. The 750SR-S represents something important in the motorcycle industry: competition that pushes innovation while keeping prices in check. Japanese manufacturers have dominated the middleweight sportbike category for decades, but newcomers like CFMoto are forcing everyone to up their game.
Will the 750SR-S be the best motorcycle in its class? That’s doubtful. But it might just be the best value, offering 90% of the performance and features at 70% of the price. For many riders, that math makes perfect sense.
The post CFMoto’s WILD Four-Cylinder Sportsbike literally comes with Spoilers to keep it grounded first appeared on Yanko Design.