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The Chinese-made supersport "ZXMoto 500RR," which carries race-winning credentials, will hit the market in September. A Chinese brand that has been honing its performance is bringing a new option to the midsize sport bike market.
Winning on a track requires overall capability that a data sheet can't measure. If China's 500RR produced results in racing, that means both chassis and engine are at a certain level. Looking at it through tinted glasses is old news. I want to judge it on the single point of how it actually performs on a real track.
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With a September release, I guess detailed specs haven't come out yet?
If it's a price fight in the 500cc class, established makers are going to have a tough time.
Just a few years ago Chinese superbikes weren't even on the table as an option — things have really changed.
Chinese brands going all-in on the mid-class supersport segment looks like it could be a real threat.
Feels like Japanese makers are at the point where quality and reliability are the only real differentiators left.
It mentions race results, but I'm curious what category those wins were actually in.
The name ZXMoto is so obviously riffing on Kawasaki's ZX that it honestly feels a bit off.
Name aside, if the substance is there, I don't think riders will really care.
