600-750cc

Chinese bikes are more often than not clones of popular international models and consequently, dissed for being so. However, in a sea of clones, there are some welcome surprises that are not only capable but can even take on popular international models.

One such Chinese motorcycle is the Jedi Motor FR750, a neo-retro naked laden with high-spec components and features making it capable enough to dethrone the popular Yamaha XSR700. Don’t believe us? Then, read on and see for yourself.

Suzuki continues to refine the GSX-S750 and its in-line four banger ahead of MY2022. Tweaks to the airbox develop more tractable power lower in the rev range, and new ride-control electronics provide more options to tailor power delivery.

After a six-year-long hiatus, Chengfung Motors (CFMoto) has made a comeback in the U.S. motorcycle market by launching not one, not two, but seven motorcycles, namely the Papio, 300NK, 300SS, 650NK, 650 Adventura, and the 700 CL-X twins. Let’s take a look at them one by one.

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How, you ask? Well, by putting up the iconic 1955 Harley-Davidson K Model ridden by Johnny Depp in the movie Cry-Baby. The Pirates of the Caribbean actor not only rode this Harley-Davidson in the movie but also on public roads, thus making it an epic collector’s item for true Depp fans.

Yamaha’s Ténéré line expanded down into the mid-range with the all-new-in-2021 Ténéré 700 (XTZ700). The “700” brings solid dual-sport capability to the adventure-touring range with an off-road bent that definitely favors soft terrain. Yamaha’s CP2 engine delivers the goods with a transmission and chassis tuned specifically for trips off the beaten path, much more so than its bigger brothers in the Super Ténéré family. After a race to the top, this model marks a new front in the battle for market supremacy as the factory seeks to fill in under the 1,200 cc units.

As stunning as the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 may be in its stock avatar, it can start to feel a little monotonous after a while. This is exactly where the need for bolt-on kits arises, and if you’re in the market for one, we have some good news. Germany-based Crooked Motorcycles has introduced two stunning bolt-on kits for the RE Interceptor 650 which lets you transform the bike either into a scrambler or a cafe-racer. Intrigued? Then, let’s dive into it.

There are literally hundreds of motorcycles on the market today, for all different purposes and wallets. How do you choose? Well, for a start, you read a list like this one - Top Ten Best Motorcycles in 2022 - to give you some inspiration. Then you completely disagree and make up your own list.

If you’re in the market for getting your hands on some stunning used motorcycles, there’s a high chance you’re already familiar with Iconic Motorbike Auctions. Staying true to its name, the popular reseller has put up a stunning Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R for auction and it’s one of the cleanest bikes from the OG supersport era. Interested? Then, carry on reading to know more.

Triumph rolled into MY2021 with an all-new street bike in its Trident 660. Just think of this as the British giant’s ambassador – or perhaps recruiter would be a more apt as a title – to the entry-level segment. It qualifies for a number of reasons, chief among them is the tractable power delivery, ride-safety electronics, and even the price. Lean, clean, and essential, the new Trident 660 brings a rare level of accessibility to the market, all wrapped up in one sporty package.

Honda spruced up its naked-sport CB650R ahead of MY2021 and carries it directly over into the 2022 season with just a small change in price, but with no additional color packages like was teased pre-release. Beefy Showa BP-SFF stems, improve the suspension while other tweaks improve ergonomics for comfort and stamina.

Triumph’s Bonneville was introduced in 1959 and was produced up to 1988 in its original form. Then it was reintroduced by ’new’ Triumph in 2001 and started the ’Modern Classic’ movement.

Kawasaki gave its Ninja 650 supersport a facelift ahead of MY2020 with aggressive new lines. Safety and visibility were increased through LED technology, and instrumentation moves into the 21st century with a TFT display to deliver the metrics. New tires and new networking technology round out the package along with the engine performance and handling that made the last generation a hit.

Keeping true to his track record of doing insane things on a motorcycle, Pol Tarres has set a new world altitude record for a twin-cylinder motorcycle by riding his own Yamaha Tenere 700 to an altitude of 20,203 feet (6157.5m).

Last hit with a major upgrade in 2019 when the factory dropped the F in favor of a second R , the CBR650R is once again buffed up for the 2021 model-year. New suspension components and tuned chassis improve the overall handling characteristics while the engine has its emissions game raised to make it cleaner than ever so it qualifies for EURO5 certification. Honda completes the package with new bodywork that refreshes the look right along with the underpinnings.

QJMotor, which also owns Benelli, for the longest time, has only sold its motorcycles in its home country of China, but the bikemaker is slowly but surely bringing its expansive lineup of bikes to the European market, mainly to ruffle the feathers of its Japanese rivals.

After tackling 400cc and 600cc segments, the firm is now eyeing the mid-capacity ADV segment with its newly type-approved 650cc adventure bike.

Aprilia has taken the wraps off the next model to feature the 660cc parallel twin as seen in the RS660 and Tuono. With more power than the Yamaha Tenere 700 and better electronics, we should see an interesting battle for sales.