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China / East Asia × RACE: 9 articles
Analysis: A Chinese Manufacturer Entering MotoGP Is 'Still 6-7 Years Away'
While CFMoto already has a presence in Moto2 and Moto3, a new analysis argues a full Chinese manufacturer entry into MotoGP is at least 6-7 years off, if it happens at all. Citing Suzuki winning the 2020 title only to exit by late 2022, and Ducati needing 17 years for its first title, the piece points to manufacturing know-how and cultural factors as the real barriers.
Paddock GP · 8/4/2026
Martín, Acosta, Rins and Moreira Take On 116km Cycling Challenge Before Silverstone
MotoGP riders Jorge Martín, Pedro Acosta, Alex Rins, and Diogo Moreira took part in the Purito Andorra cycling race ahead of the Silverstone round, covering 116km with more than 4,200m of climbing across six mountain passes. Martín had also completed a separate challenge that week, cycling roughly 900km across the Pyrenees from Roses to San Sebastián over seven days.
Paddock GP · 8/3/2026
QJMotor Set for WorldSSP Entry — Secret Test of New Inline-Four With De Rosa at Valencia in August
China's QJMotor will entrust Raffaele De Rosa with its new inline-four machine for a secret test at Valencia in August, Italy's Motosprint reports. The high-output bike, refined for aerodynamics, has the Chinese manufacturer eyeing competitiveness in WorldSSP as Chinese brands' push into world championship racing gathers pace.
Motosprint · 7/24/2026
ZX Moto Founder Zhang Xue Takes Pride in 'Made in China' on the Supersport World Stage
Zhang Xue, founder of Chinese motorcycle brand ZX Moto, spoke about his company in the context of the Supersport World Championship, saying he takes pride in being 'Made in China' as Chinese-built bikes gain a growing presence on the world racing stage.
SPEEDWEEK.com · 7/22/2026
China's First Local Team to Race MXGP Shanghai as Chongqing Junchi Enters With Domestic Machine
Chongqing-based Junchi Motorcycle will field a self-developed racer at the MXGP (FIM Motocross World Championship) round in Shanghai, September 11-13. It marks the first time a domestic Chinese manufacturer has entered a team in the series since it began, a milestone step for Chinese-brand motorcycles breaking into top-tier international off-road racing.
光明网 · 7/22/2026
Guevara Confirmed to Move Up to Moto2 with CFMOTO Aspar Team in 2027
Young rider Guevara has been confirmed to move up to Moto2 with the CFMOTO Aspar Team in 2027. He'll be racing for the storied European team carrying Chinese manufacturer CFMOTO's banner—a signing that reflects how Chinese capital and European racing culture are intersecting in today's motorcycling world.
Cycle News · 7/16/2026
China's Kaiyue 650RR Inline-Four Enters Public Testing, Targets Kawasaki's 636 Class
Chinese brand Kaiyue has begun public road testing of its new 650RR. The 645cc liquid-cooled inline-four makes 125 hp with a 188 kg dry weight. Professional riders have called it 'quite fierce,' positioning it against Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-6R class at a domestic price.
腾讯新闻 · 7/9/2026
China's CFMOTO Signs Long-Term Strategic Partnership with Brembo, Set to Co-Develop Brakes for Mid- and Large-Displacement Models
CFMOTO has announced a long-term strategic partnership with Brembo. The two companies will jointly develop braking systems for future mid- to large-displacement models, while also expanding cooperation in technical innovation, racing, brand building, and talent development—a move aimed at premiumization and global expansion.
CFMoto · 7/8/2026
QJ Motor Also Moves Toward Active Winglets as Chinese Makers Explore Active Aero
It has come to light that China's QJ Motor has filed a patent for movable winglets (active aero) for sport bikes. The move follows CFMoto, which is likewise researching active aero, and shows Chinese manufacturers are also aiming to get ahead on technology in the high-performance sport bike segment.
Visordown · 7/7/2026