Is Benda Motorcycle a Domestic or Joint Venture Brand?
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Benda motorcycle is a domestic brand. Domestic vehicles refer to those designed, developed, and manufactured by Chinese people, possessing independent intellectual property rights, and belonging to autonomous brands. Establishment Time: Benda Motor was founded in 1994, formerly known as Zhejiang Zhongnan Motorcycle Co., Ltd. It is one of the four oldest backbone motorcycle enterprises in Zhejiang Province with independent motor vehicle production qualifications and export licenses. Restructuring and Transformation: After restructuring and transformation in 2012, the company completely phased out traditional product lines, established an independent heavy-duty motorcycle R&D department and engine division, and began designing and developing recreational personalized large-displacement heavy motorcycles and power systems. It is an enterprise with complete full-process manufacturing capabilities, including vehicle design, power R&D, power manufacturing, and vehicle manufacturing.
A while ago, I bought a Benda Jinjila 300. When I first got it and chatted with friends, everyone thought it was a European brand since 'Benelli' sounds Italian. Later, after checking some info, I learned that Benda had been acquired by China's Qianjiang Motorcycle and is now a genuine domestic brand. Qianjiang is a company from Zhejiang, and Benda's entire production line uses domestic craftsmanship, unlike joint-venture brands such as those collaborating with Honda. A joint venture refers to a company co-founded by Chinese and foreign investors, like Suzuki's joint ventures in China, whereas Benda is purely Qianjiang's own asset. After the acquisition, its performance became more down-to-earth—perfect for my city commutes, smooth riding, and affordable maintenance. It has that solid feel of a domestic bike, with smooth acceleration and great fuel efficiency, yet it's still reliable for high-speed rides if needed. Before buying, I compared several domestic brands, and Benda stood out for its high cost-performance ratio, ample spare parts, and a vibrant online community full of people sharing their customization photos.
