What is the relationship between KTM and CFMOTO?
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CFMOTO collaborates with KTM to assemble and produce some of KTM's products, and also acts as an agent for selling original complete vehicles. The following is an introduction to KTM: 1. The origin of KTM: KTM is an Austrian motorcycle manufacturer founded in 1934, known for its outstanding performance in off-road motorcycles and has won numerous awards in various off-road competitions. In the Dakar Rally, it is common to see the spectacular scene where the top five riders are all driving KTM machines. 2. KTM's technological advantages: The LC4 engine is one of KTM's proud achievements in recent years, playing an immeasurable role in maintaining KTM's dominance in four-stroke off-road motorcycles. The LC4 engine features a water-cooled, four-stroke, OHC, single-cylinder, four-valve design with a displacement of 625cc, a 5-speed gearbox, and a maximum horsepower of 40kw.
The relationship between KTM and CFMoto boils down to KTM authorizing CFMoto to produce some of their motorcycles. CFMoto is CFMoto, right? I've seen many friends riding CFMoto's KTM models, like those 300cc small bikes. The technology is basically from KTM, while CFMoto handles the manufacturing and sales. This collaboration is somewhat similar to the joint venture between BMW and Brilliance in the automotive industry, where foreign technology enters the Chinese market, local manufacturers quickly adapt, and consumers get reliable products at reasonable prices. In the long run, CFMoto's manufacturing experience has improved. Now they're not just making motorcycles but also venturing into electric vehicles, with technology possibly borrowed from such collaborations. Just a heads-up, if you see a CFMoto-branded KTM bike, don't be surprised—the quality is decent, but regular maintenance is recommended.
