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Cfmoto Zforce 950 (ssv)
7.5/10 Dual-sport

Cfmoto Zforce 950 (ssv) Review

"Punchy, capable SxS that embarrasses its price tag when maintained properly."

Budget-conscious riders wanting real performance without badge tax $9,000-$14,000 used 2021-2024
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Key Specs

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Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated; may be electronically limited depending on market)
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Power
~100 hp
@ 8,750 rpm (estimated based on 963cc engine tune for SSV application)
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Torque
~92 Nm
@ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
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Fuel Economy
8.3 km/L
20 mpg · ~12–15 L/100km (estimated real-world average under mixed terrain use)
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Service Every
500 km (initial), 1,000 km thereafter
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Weight
~680 kg
(curb weight, note: this is an SSV/UTV, not a traditional motorcycle)
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Engine
963cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC
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Seat Height
1,524 mm
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Transmission
CVT with H/L/N/R/P
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Used Buyer Review

The ZForce 950 is genuinely good value if you buy smart. CFMoto's twin-cylinder 963cc engine is punchy and tractable, and the suspension travels well over rough terrain. For the money, you're getting hardware that embarrasses some Japanese competitors at twice the price. The fit and finish isn't Polaris-level, but it's come a long way from the early CFMoto days. Buying used, check the CVT belt first — owners who rode hard without warming up kill them early. Inspect the front differential and look for any oil seepage around the engine cases. Parts availability has improved dramatically, but you're not walking into any dealership on a Sunday afternoon. Find a buyer who kept records and ideally serviced it at a CFMoto dealer. The ride experience is legitimately fun — responsive steering, decent power delivery, and the cab space is generous. Don't let the badge snobbery put you off. A well-maintained ZForce 950 under $12k is a genuinely smart buy in today's SxS market.

Pros

+Strong 963cc twin engine
+Excellent value proposition
+Comfortable spacious cab
+Improving dealer network
+Solid suspension performance

Cons

-CVT belt reliability concerns
-Parts sourcing still awkward
-Resale value lags competitors
-Plastic trim feels budget-grade
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