CFMOTO CL-X 700 | TEST RIDE/REVIEW | WHO IS CF MOTO? | IS CF MOTO RELIABLE

Hey guys. Several of you have asked for this video so here it is. I hope this video helps someone make an important decision on picking up a mid-tier naked sport bike.
I think the CL-X Platform is leaps and bounds ahead of the rest of the lineup in terms of quality, fit, and performance. I'd like to see a TFT display at some point in the future, but for now, the price is totally justified when compared to the competitive offerings from other OEMs.
All actions in this video were performed by amateurs, or under the supervision of amateurs. Do not attempt any of the acts performed in this video. Doing so may result in serious fun being had, and a newfound hobby that eventually results in an addiction to 2-wheeled products.
If you see this, comment "CL-X go VRRRRRRRRRR"
Thanks for watching.
Music Credits go to @F8 Entertainment .
P.S. The channel name is changing to Omni-Moto, but don't worry, you won't have to hunt me down. My name will change, and your subscription will stay. A new motorcycle will be joining the channel. Stay tuned for updates, and don't forget to subscribe. :)

[@TheMegamanpr]

Got 1.5k miles on my clx 700 and absolutely love this thing. Great review

[@cosminmutascu97]

In Romania they offer a 5-year warranty, at the price they ask, i think it's a best buy

[@evolution090808]

I was looking at a CF Moto 300NK this spring and ended up buying it. Your review video pretty much sealed the deal on it. Have been looking at this one and am pretty sure it's going to be my next purchase. Have nothing, but good to say about the 300NK. It does exactly what I bought it for and I am very happy with it. Think I'm gonna stick with CF Moto for a while.

[@skyworx524]

Can't agree more 300NK Awesome bike Luv Mine . Yes The CLX is on my list for future bike to the fleet . lol . safe riding

[@ace_king9360]

Probably the best bike in that class on the market right now. That will be my next bike. Thank you for the video as always!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

XSR700?

[@ace_king9360]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o XSR 700 is a great bike. That would be my second choice. But you are talking over a 2k price difference when the cf moto comes with everything

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@ace_king9360 The price difference is a key thing. However, I live in Thailand most of the year. I ride a KTM 390 Duke, and went to the CFMoto shop to enquire about a CL-X700. They hadn't heard of it. This was over a year ago. I've been round to them since [it's only three km away], and they seem to be scaling down the number of CFMotos they are stocking in favour of another Chimnese brand you see a lot of in Thailand. Very cheap bikes, can't remember the name. I'm not sure, in fact, if the CL-X700 is available anywhere here. I'll have to enquire again. The nearest Yamaha dealer is 190 km south of here.

[@morgankovarik3649]

Put the dual discs from the Sport on to the Heritage.

[@o2i3u5klwerh8]

That is one beautiful bike! 👍🏿

[@ironken1796]

You present very well! Good job.....hope you grow this channel....subbed.

[@timothytheroux5334]

Just signed papers on one over the weekend and I’m excited to ride it. I got an awesome deal on a leftover ‘22 at $5,494 plus tax and tags. Nothing else touches it at this price point.

[@Omni_Moto]

Dang, congratulations! What an absolute deal you scored. Thanks for watching. Ride safe.

[@Thickthighstothunder]

Hey I’m a new rider and thinking of buying one for my first. They are 5200 at the dealer I’m looking at until the end of May. What’s your opinion on a new rider making this their first?

[@natesince98]

Great review, always nice to see a local quality channel in good ole Columbia!

[@Omni_Moto]

Thanks Nate! Stop into the dealership sometime and come see these bikes for yourself. 😁

[@BodhiGurley-gl9uj]

Wanted this bike. Got the blue 300 nk bc of availability. Been riding since like the second week of February 🤙 been a fun bike no issues so far

[@Omni_Moto]

Very nice. Ride safe! Thanks for watching. 😎

[@stevesanelli90]

Excellent explanation, review & humour Legend Ian! Can’t wait till you guys get the CL-X adventure version based on the Heritage. It’s got everything you need. Look it up! Thanks buddy 🤙 Funny as all hell! Working hard!

[@Omni_Moto]

Steve, my man! I can’t find the 700 Adventure bike, but I did see the 800 Adventura/MT and I’m PUMPED to get one of those in for a full review. It will be sometime in 2023 before we get one, but it will have its day. Thank you for the consistent support and interactions on my channel. I’ll remember you if I ever make it big. 🤓

[@stevesanelli90]

@@Omni_Moto you da man!

[@stevesanelli90]

@@Omni_Moto search KZbin Ian, not Youporn!😉

[@Omni_Moto]

@@stevesanelli90 WHOA!!! Just looked it up. That really is the do EVERYTHING motorcycle! CFMOTO is here to stay.

[@ramblinjay3816]

You caught me. I am lazy and never subscribed :(. Luckily for you, you talked me into it. Subscribed, Keep up the great videos.

[@Omni_Moto]

A big thanks to you, good sir. It is very much appreciated.

[@anthonymolinaro9494]

Listen…I’ve watched so many motorcycle reviews and even with people That have tons more editing and higher end gear. yours is my favorite. Live in Minnesota and rode the 300NK. Love the bikes. You have helped me so much on which one I want to buy. You have a great voice and videos have perfect flow. Now do one on the 2022 Ducati monster for me lol

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey Anthony, thanks so much for the kind words! I do my best to be genuine and make the content engaging, so it’s good to here that’s being received on the other end. If there were some way for me to get on a 2022 Ducati Monster, I’d be all over it! There are a fun couple of videos coming up, so stay tuned! Ride safe. 😎

[@friedricerocket]

CL-X go VRRRRRRRRRR! I'm getting back into riding after almost 20 years, starting on a Chinese 250cc. I'm sold on getting a CFMoto for my next bike. Thanks for your reviews, you do a great job!

[@Omni_Moto]

I think you’ll have a great time on it! Enjoy it, and ride safe! Thanks for the comment. 👍

[@M5S]

Yes you should! Ive been riding both the Fz8 and the Fz1 for many years. When moved to another country with smaller, sometimes even gravel roads, as well as grooving into another driving kinda style my choice became the CL-X. Been driving it for almost 5000km now, made some changes with the exhaust it has become a joy to ride. Its a bang for the buck.

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. Awesome experience you have there. You should post a video/short of your exhaust and include a link where you got it. Super curious about aftermarket options on the CF brand!

[@autodidact537]

@@Omni_Moto Great motorcycle if you don't mind that it was built in China by slave labor.

[@Viddough]

This is a special bike…from looks to performance,just subscribed

[@Omni_Moto]

It's a great all around package! Thanks for watching!

[@xrocloud2962]

This man is underrated in the Moto side of yt and needs more exposure for what he does

[@Omni_Moto]

Dude, thank you so much. Super duper appreciate the kind words. We'll be there one day. 🥲

[@bdsurfer13]

I need cruise control and ability to do 120 miles 3x a week. This is going to be my first bike. As I'm not about buying a 300 for a season and then having to upgrade.

[@Omni_Moto]

I think the only item I’d recommend is a windscreen to help reduce fatigue, but without accessories available in the US I wouldn’t know where to go other than AliExpress for something like that. Bike should treat ya right. Ride safe! 👍

[@doa-rave]

Great video ,lost of useful info. THANKS

[@Antweak83]

I had a honda cbr 1000rr back in 2010. Im almost 40 qnd am considering this for my first bike in a while. Im impressed withbthe styling and total package

[@Omni_Moto]

This is an awesome machine to get back into the hobby! I'd say go test ride one and make sure it fits in for what you're looking for. Ride safe!

[@GG-xs8vt]

My comment… I would use the word FUN to describe my CLX 700 Heritage. Just over a Month old and 500 miles.

[@micden00]

Thanks for the info, I really love the look of the upcoming 450SR, its cheap compare to its spec, maybe I shall gv it a try

[@Omni_Moto]

The 450 SR doesn't seem like it'll make its way to the USA this year unfortunately. Hopefully 2024 we'll see it arrive - it looks like a stellar package! Thanks for tuning in.

[@garyk8285]

I like these bikes, but I've only tracked two long term vloggers with ownership of this bike on youtube, one had a blown motor and the other had non-stop electronic issues. So that's two out of two and a fail rate of 100%. I hope they are much better with reliability, because I do want to buy one when my licence upgrades considering the price.

[@Omni_Moto]

My only response to that is you will find more videos about the negatives with any machine because people want to be heard when they have problems. When they are having a flawless experience, they focus on continuing to have fun with their machine and aren’t worried about being heard because they’re content. I hope CF stands behind their product though. They’ve delivered on value with their machines, now they just have to continue to support customers who support them. Thanks for watching and ride safe. 👍

[@reyhermoso]

great video thanks man

[@Omni_Moto]

Thank you. Ride safe! 😎👍

[@nolanfrank5071]

Just wanted to know if you enjoyed that ride in the sunshine that you got on that day you made this video

[@Omni_Moto]

yes

[@georgemcray]

Cannot find a long test review for this motorcycle. Many videos when it first came out. Would really like your opinion regarding this bike after a long term usage. I am considering of buying the 2023 model.

[@Omni_Moto]

I've seen several people who purchased this bike and still have theirs! As long as you are doing your general maintenance and taking care of it, it will take care of you. All the best!

[@angelitogeronimo0805]

Nice review! Can you also review the NK250? Big thanks!

[@Omni_Moto]

Not available in the USA or I would. Sorry. ☹️

[@angelitogeronimo0805]

@@Omni_Moto Thts ok, thanks anyway😀👍

[@GG-xs8vt]

Great video. My Turn Signal auto cancel turns off before the turn. Anyone any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[@NativeJibroney22]

How would you say this would fair as someone's first bike if they started in eco mode? I know you said that the sport model was a little too much for a beginner so I'm wondering that that applies to this as well

[@Omni_Moto]

Could you start on this bike? Yes. Would you need to be pretty responsible and confident going into it? Also yes. Eco mode dials the acceleration back significantly from sport mode, but it is ultimately still the same amount of power by the end of the rev range. If you want to see that, check out my CL-X 700 Sport review. I did a side-by-side comparison of the throttle modes and their power delivery. If you start on this bike, do it with caution and ride at YOUR level. This is more of a novice/intermediate bike for a semi-experienced rider. Whatever you decide, just make sure you are riding safe. 👍

[@NativeJibroney22]

@@Omni_Moto Thank you for the detailed reply! Gives me a little more to chew on and think about! Also thanks for the reminder in the video, realized I've been watching your videos and looking out for your reviews but somehow forgot to sub! Error corrected!

[@Omni_Moto]

@@NativeJibroney22 Thank you so much! More content to come. Stick around, I think you’ll like what you see. 😎 Have a great weekend!

[@MangGai168]

Thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@czarashbola1654]

for the reach 🤙🤙🤙

[@Omni_Moto]

🫶🙏💯

[@alexsenerpida4983]

I am planning to buy 1, but which is good to buy between this CLX 700 sports or kawasaki Z650? This 2 unit price not big difference.

[@Omni_Moto]

CLX 700 Sport is the way to go if those are the 2 options you’re looking at IMO. Better warranty, better features, better brakes, ride modes, cruise control, and still less $.

[@alexsenerpida4983]

@@Omni_Moto thank you.

[@HoeplessAlexis]

It seems CFM has dropped the heritage model And just has the 700 CL-X & 700 CL-X Sport for 2023 Mind testing out both versions? I wanna know if it’s best to go newer or get the 2022 and below versions I’m looking at the CL-X as a first bike, to commute to and from work Great channel! ❤

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey, thanks for watching! The "heritage" designation is primarily what they call this model outside of the USA (and I think Canada). Here it is just referred to as the 700 CL-X, so lucky for you, this review is the model you're looking at. 👍 I also have a 700 CL-X Sport review on my channel already. Here's the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZ28hmukf7N-mJY

[@manosmanos4663]

I am thinking this bike. Cheap , nice looking , ok the power. 2500 cheaper than the hornet. I realy dont know. I try to find a bike better vfm than hornet but i cant.

[@Omni_Moto]

The Hornet is a really nice package for the price tag. The CL-X does have the cruise control factor going for it, while the Hornet has a big pretty name standing behind it. Tough call, good luck with your decision! Ride safe.

[@mattmccauley5561]

Everything is made in China so who cares you know. I have a harley street and i want to get either this or the 650 adventura for my next bike. Im a little pissed i didn't know about cf motot when i bought my bike but i do love my little street. I beat the shit out of it everyday going to and from work but man these 2 im looking at from them are really awesome cant wait to test ride em.

[@Thickthighstothunder]

Do you think this is a good choice for a first time rider? In my area used bikes of more common makes are about the same if not more as a left over 2022 of this model. Insurance rate isn’t terrible either.

[@Omni_Moto]

This is an okay choice for a first-timer IF you are an advanced beginner with an understanding of how 2-wheels works. If you are an absolute newbie with zero experience on two-wheels, I might advise looking into something that is a little less powerful and lighter on the curb. Your first bike is an important purchase. You want to be sure it's a bike you can take for a ride and not a bike that is going to take you for a ride instead. Just because it comes in at a good price doesn't mean it's a good fit for you. Touch it, feel it, smell it before you make any hasty decisions that could get you hurt. You know yourself better than anyone else, so just ask yourself within if you think this bike is realistically something you can handle. Thanks for watching and ride safe.

[@ajwallace381]

Great videos, but that background music has got to go!

[@Omni_Moto]

I’ve dialed the music down even further in my videos lately. I like it to be just enough to fill the ambient microphone static in the background. Thanks for your input though. ❤️

[@alenfora1400]

With a brown seat looks real great the suzuki sv 650 is a bit more money but has a v engine and you know what you get i dunno

[@Omni_Moto]

i dunno either, thx 4 watchin. brown seat good

[@nicolasgabler2460]

Hi dude! If you want more suscribes maybe try to use spanish subtitles ... Here in latin america cfmoto sels a lot of those bikes and nobody make a quick review about it... Sorry my poor inglish XD

[@Omni_Moto]

Your English was easy to read! Great suggestion. I usually leave the captions to KZbin’s automated system, and after so many views they will be generated. Your comment is noted though, and I will be checking for that in my videos now to see if YT is generating them! Thanks. Ride safe. 😎👍

[@talesoftwobros]

I was just able to get one for $2g off the MSRP here in the US.

[@Omni_Moto]

That’s a sweet deal! Congrats. Ride safe

[@simpatiko2k5]

Is there a diffenence between the 2021 and 2022 Clx Heritage? Im planning to get 1 this week. BTW, I'm from the Philippines. Ride safe!

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey, thanks for the comment! As far as I know, 2021-2022 there were no changes on the platform and it should be the exact same bike. Good luck, and ride safe!

[@simpatiko2k5]

@@Omni_Moto hey, someone tells me here that difference is that there is a switch for headlight and DRL. I'll ask the local dealer here when I get there.

[@Omni_Moto]

@@simpatiko2k5 interesting! Thanks. I’ll make note of that.

[@russellaird1858]

Hi there . Does this bike have a snatchie throttle ? I did have a Suzuki gsxs1000 and the throttle was far to snatchie, not a good ride . Thanks for the review : )

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey, thanks for your question! Not sure about the GSXS 1000, but this bike has a ride-by-wire system so you can actually change the throttle mode to be more friendly in eco mode. If you want a more spirited/responsive throttle feel, you can switch it to sport mode. I thought in the lower RPM range the CL-X felt very good in eco mode. Between 1K and 4-5K RPM, the bike is pretty tame. After that, it really wakes up

[@russellaird1858]

Thanks for your reply 👍 🙂

[@seanpappone]

If people were even remotely serious about not buying Chinese, then where's my American-motorcycle to compete with this in features AND price? Don't have 10,15, 20k for an FTR.

[@coryadum9481]

CL-X go VRRRRRRRRRR, just for you, my guy,

[@Omni_Moto]

U da best ❤️

[@coryadum9481]

@@Omni_Moto I'm 6'6'' 280, looking for my first street bike. I rode dirt bikes 20 years ago. I'm thinking middleweight naked, which is how I saw your video. like a versys, v-strom, mt07, or this. You seem to get to play on a bunch. Anything else I should consider?

[@Omni_Moto]

@@coryadum9481 The V-Strom is more ADV-esque, but if you really want a play bike, it's a great option. You could also check out the Honda Africa Twin since you're of a more broad build. It would be super roomy for you though, which is something you're going to need. Here's my review of it. A seriously fun bike in any situation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXmZe5mfaq-noMk You should also consider the Tenere 700 though. Has the same motor as the MT07, but in a larger frame with a taller seat height, and it is basically just a massive dirt bike. The only problem with the Tenere 700 is that it's damn near impossible to find them, so if you want one, you'll likely pay a premium. If you want to stick with the naked sport bike though, the MT-07, SV650, Z650, CB650, or the new Honda Hornet 750. You can go with a little more power as well and go for the Z900, MT-09, or Duke 890. All excellent contenders, each with their own special advantages and benefits. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching. Ride safe!

[@karlkratzer4928]

I love my dr650 but I think I will sell for a new clx-700

[@wallstrange]

Do more wheelie 😃

[@Omni_Moto]

Hahaha stay tuned to see more wheelie 😉

[@georgemcray]

S+V. What about daily commuting? Do you think it's a good choice?

[@Omni_Moto]

Excellent for daily commuting. Good MPG, comfortable, throttle modes, ABS, capable of highway speed, but also small and nimble enough for city streets.

[@georgemcray]

@@Omni_Moto Ok thanks man.

[@aaronwheat5727]

My local Cfmoto dealer after fees shipping an stuff cost more than the Honda dealership

[@Omni_Moto]

Thanks for sharing! Have you tried negotiating with them? Most prices aren't set in stone, and there is always room to negotiate at most dealerships. You should be able to pick this bike up for no more than $8K OTD. If they offer lower than that, it's a pretty fair deal where they net about $1,500 profit.

[@aaronwheat5727]

I believe out the door all done was 7,916.92. Thanks for your reply

[@DibroTeam]

Is that model from 22?

[@jefferydossett4733]

Cool bike but I like the sport better, and I also bought the sport L O L

[@Omni_Moto]

The sport is better for different application, and looks better in my opinion as well. Ride safe! 😎👍

[@FlyGuy457]

Have you bought a car, clothes, anything really. A part of it is made somewhere other than the US. Its a global manufacturing economy. I just want more accessories for the US.

[@frataltnsoy455]

been using one for a month i really love the bike but just want you to know china is definetely making and your money definetely going to china at least a big portion of it. Sure dealers get some but money mostly goes to china and helps them economy to get bigger just wanted you to know.

[@minecraftblockychris8708]

nope

[@iforc]

I highly doubt anyone thinks that. I have to say, both your arguments are pretty bad. If no one buys the bikes then the dealerships won’t buy more. Also this could easily be a foot in the door of said plan. A much better argument is simply that China already owns most of Hollywood and a bunch of our land as well as China also manufactures most of our daily products. Probably much of the parts of the other bike manufactures. I mean people are wearing bikes and texting on their iPhones but will complain about a Chinese made bike?

[@Omni_Moto]

Hey, iforc, thanks for your comment. Since you highly doubt anyone thinks that, here’s a link to some proof lol. --> imgur.com/a/xAvgbjR And yes, you’re right. If retail buyers decide to stop purchasing CFMOTO, then dealerships will stop buying them. There is a market for 300cc bikes though, and US based dealerships retain domestic profits from their transactions with US buyers, regardless of product origin. If the foreign [motorcycle] is imported, then the foreign party gets a profit on the wholesale transaction. That [motorcycle] sells at a US based dealership, who bought it from a foreign party, and generates a profit for the US based store. I don’t see the problem, and I definitely don’t think CFMOTO is a “foot in the door strategy” of China’s “plan” 🤣 I appreciate hearing your input though, and will do better moving forward. I’ll just provide screenshots in the video next time to avoid any doubt 🫡

[@fei3001]

Fun bike but major engine failure. No more China bike for me until trade war is over. As I suspect there is problem in sourcing quality parts or materials. Reliable issue. Only Japanese bike for me now.

[@nihil303]

No one cares about you

[@mojomoto259]

good explanation for the alex jones meatheads on the internet lmao

[@Omni_Moto]

🤣

[@paul5683]

I was enjoying the video until the boomer rant. Really uncalled for, bro!

[@Omni_Moto]

Ah, Paul, I am saddened to hear that. The word "boomer" is a blanket statement. Perhaps I should have chosen better, but just as you say my statements are uncalled for, so are the statements of individuals who think any product to come from China is automatically inferior, cheap, evil, and contributes to "taking down the USA". There are plenty of companies, foreign or domestic, that use our data to sell us products. Anyway, thanks for watching!

[@John_Ridley]

...and when you buy that bike, the dealer orders another one. If nobody buys the bike, the dealer never orders another one. Also, most dealer stock is financed by the manufacturer, they haven't paid cash money for what's on the floor. Not arguing one way or another just pointing out the HUGE flaw in your argument.

[@Omni_Moto]

We can agree to disagree, and that’s fine. I stand by my argument. You’re correct about dealer stock financing through the OEM. Typically 0% interest up to 30-90 days depending on the OEM for the floor plan. The domestic profits come when they make a unit sale and payoff the OEM floor plan loan on that particular model/unit. Then, yes, another one gets ordered, and the cycle starts over. If there is profit to be made, that’s generally positive for the business and the local economy since more money has been transferred. The whole goal of a business is pretty simple though - be profitable by selling items for more than you purchased them for. The profit created through the domestic transaction stays local, and is retained to grow the business in order to purchase greater quantities in the future. Here’s the problem with “if nobody buys the bike, then dealers won’t order more”. That’s true, 100%. The same could be said for any Chinese-made product. The consumer value is there for CFMOTO though. Everyone always jumps to “CHINA BAD, AMERICA GOOD 🇺🇸” For CFMOTO, they make retail products with nice features and good fit/finish with affordable cost to consumers. Unless negative things happened with their products like bad quality control/people getting hurt, there would have to be significantly increased import tariffs on CFMOTO products for consumers not to consider buying a Chinese brand. CFMOTO gets their profits from dealers, and dealers get to profit from consumers. It’s capitalism. I appreciate your comment and point of view on the subject though, and appreciate your educated well-written response.

[@John_Ridley]

@@Omni_Moto I may very well be buying a CFMoto bike. It's just too good of a deal. I do feel like a bit of a hypocrite though since I've already decided that even though my next car will be an EV, I won't ever buy a Tesla because I'll only buy union built vehicles. A Chinese vehicles is about as much NOT union-built as it's possible to be.

[@zacharypickering9202]

CHECKED OUT AT GOODBYE. THUMBS DOWN..BOO

[@Omni_Moto]

Sad to see you go. Thanks for some watch time!

[@msulli1971]

Ah ,,, another millennial discrediting his own point with ignorant misuse of the label "Boomer"

[@96blackjacket]

Also pretty much everything in America is made in china so if your worries about giving your money to china well then you should only buy things that say made in America and get rid of anything that’s not in your house… so good luck throwing away almost everything you own and trying to find some over priced American replacements 😂😂😂😂

[@NWTMasterWolf]

ROFLMOA. Conspiracey theorists crack me up. Yes there are conspiracies but there is no way "we the people" have a clue what they really are. So calm down and live your life LOL.