Cfmoto 700cl-x
The CFMoto 700CL-X was introduced in 2021 as a mid-weight café racer/neo-retro roadster, representing CFMoto's push into the premium segment with a focus on style and performance. It is powered by a 693cc parallel-twin engine co-developed with KTM, sharing lineage with the KTM Duke 690 platform, which gave it significant credibility in the global market. The model is notable for being one of the most competitively priced café-style middleweights available, offered in Sport, Heritage, and Adventure variants to broaden its appeal.
70 hp
Power
66 Nm
Torque
189 kg
Weight
~175 km/h (estimated; CFMoto does not officially publish top speed)
Top Speed
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approx. 18–22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
KTM-Sourced Engine DNA
The 693cc parallel-twin engine was co-developed with KTM, sharing significant engineering with the Duke 690 platform. This gives it proven European reliability credentials at a significantly lower price point.
Watch the Fueling System
Some owners report occasional fuel injection stuttering at low RPMs, particularly in early production models. A dealer ECU update often resolves this, so confirm it has been applied before buying used.
Steep Depreciation Curve
As a Chinese-brand motorcycle, the CL-X depreciates faster than Japanese competitors, which is a risk for sellers but a strong advantage for used buyers. You can often find lightly used examples at 20-30% below new price.
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