BMW G 650 GS versus CF-Moto 800 MT

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure
CF-Moto

CF-Moto 800 MT

Adventure

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP
RRP 9.899 €
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Pros:
  • light and manoeuvrable
  • uncomplicated
  • favorable consumption
  • solid workmanship
  • enough space for passenger
Pros:
  • complete equipment
  • sovereign appearance
  • good components
  • high-quality workmanship
  • High seating comfort for driver and front passenger
Cons:
  • radiates little emotion
Cons:
  • Motor mapping issues
  • QuickShifter with room for improvement
  • Adjustment change on the shock absorber complex

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length :
2.165 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
192 kg

Length :
2.234 mm Height : 1.475 mm
Seat :
825 mm
Weight :
231 kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: Two-cylinder in-line engine, 4-stroke 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 799 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 195 km/h
Performance: 91 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 77 NM
Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
380 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Tubular steel bridge frame, motor semi-load-bearing (steel)
Front suspension:
KYB's fully adjustable 43 USD fork
Rear suspension:
fully adjustable KYB strut
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 110/80 R19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk
Front brake
Double discDouble disc, four-piston fixed callipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, single-piston floating caliper ( 260 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

The CF Moto 800 MT enriches the adventure bike segment with a motorcycle that is particularly interesting in terms of price. The equipment is great and CF Moto uses proven components from J. Juan, KTM, Acront and Kayaba. Not a bad recipe, but the Chinese are messing up when it comes to tuning the engine and QuickShifter. However, we assume that this shortcoming can be fixed by software update - and then the MT800 is a really attractive offer!
 
Many thanks to the CF-MOTO dealer "Powersport Nord" from Pinneberg, who kindly provided us with the machine for this test. You can also test ride the 800 MT there, but please make an appointment beforehand - just call: Tel. 04101-590 575. Greetings to Jörg and Vivian!

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: Touring -> 12.499 € Sport -> 9.899 €
  • Availability: since 07/2022
  • Colours: blue, black