16 Chinese BLATANT COPY Motorcycles, Are they any good?

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Today, we have 16 Motorcycles that have clearly ripped off some of the most iconic motorcycles of all time. Some great, some funny, some awful. Let me know your thoughts?
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[@petergarner5991]

We laugh at them today but remember the Japanese bikes from the 60's and early 70's. Now they rule, maybe that will happen with the Chinese bikes, who knows..

[@motorsforthemasses]

@petergarner5991 Oh there are some great Chinese bikes put there...these ones, not so sure.

[@johnbellamy6449]

i will stick to honda .have had many since the 1970s .yamaha are good as well . and kawasaki .

[@Jungleland33]

Ehh.......no. Chinese= absolute crap.

[@STEALTH1DAN]

Except the 8 cylinder black bike trying to be an Honda touring bike and maybe the one trying to look like an Harley Davidson, all the rest is just ridiculous

[@edwardmccall450]

China won't get ahead till they will come up with English repair manuals and available parts. And multiple us dealerships.

[@stevetaylor8698]

That Chinese Ducati looks just as uncomfortable as the real thing.

[@Alan-cg8gx]

Those Chinese Ducatis are probably more reliable than a real Ducati.

[@kevindarkstar]

Ouch 😂

[@iansellers406]

You'ee probably never owned à Duc!

[@volkiruski1221]

Its very possible yes.....

[@mattyb7736]

I was going to say KTM but the Chinese make those engines already. 'Nuff said 😂

[@kendorsey4499]

99 st2 Ducati with over 124k on the never opened engine. Yea I’m thinking you’re regurgitating things you have heard on the internet.

[@Between-Bikes]

Clone a RD400, they'll sell like hot cakes!

[@jimstenlund6017]

Young people don’t even know what language you’re speaking now💨

[@tedcity5861]

These bikes are why china has so many scrap yards.

[@g4joe]

I have a Chinese " Whoflungdung" bought second hand. Have had it 17 years now, it passed the MOT again last month.😄👍

[@Kaybe-i6f]

The Chinese R&D department must be in the Photo Copy room😊 That’s one thing the Chinese do really well!

[@MontenegroRealEstate]

Just bought a Chinese Voge Rally 300. I was hoping that you would throw in the good with the bad and mediocre. But I guess your video is more about blatant copies not Chinese improved versions of other bikes. Not sure if you’ve already made a video about 5, 10 or 16 bikes the Chinese are making which outperform or bang for buck their European or Japanese counterparts. But that’s a video I’d like to see 😊

[@motorsforthemasses]

I have reviewed the Voge 300 Rally, have a search for the review on my channel.

[@MontenegroRealEstate]

@@motorsforthemasses I watched the review. I liked it. But personally I’d like to see a video highlighting how the Chinese are shaking up the motorcycle industry with motorcycles for the masses. Sorting the wheat from the chaff I guess. The Kove, CFMOTO, Voge, Zontes of the new generation. Maybe offering value alternatives to the Indian REs etc.

[@davidmatthews3093]

I too have a Voge 300 Rally and I cannot praise it enough. I’m a through and through Honda motorcyclist but there is no way I would have bought a CRF over the Voge, no only is it such good value but it is better where it really matters, the suspension is up to the job straight off the showroom floor. The upgrade that the Honda needs would end up meaning it would cost twice as much as the Voge. It’s a bike that I bought to use on tracks, in mud and through brambles and trees, the bargain price helps me get over the thought that if I use it in the manner that I bought it for it’s going to get the odd bump and scratch but that’s what it’s for. I’m not being swayed to Voge completely, I have ridden and really liked the 525DS but I prefer my Honda 500X for the touring and camping trips that I do on that. When I’m far from home and out of touch with civilisation that Honda reputation for reliability is a great companion to have. The 500X’s amazing fuel economy, large fuel tank and range is also a huge factor for me.

[@WalterJohnson-er7bt]

My guess would be that after a few years as with most things out of the Middle East, they will iron out their problems. If you look at how much motorcycles from India have improved and design has caught up with the rest of the world. The home market is large enough to keep them in business long enough to catch up. Some of the quote high end bikes are purchasing lots of their parts and accessories from China. They are no more reliable than the Chinese bikes because of this. However they don’t lower their price to reflect the cheap parts and don’t want to fix their bikes. Think KTM etc.

[@georgekuru]

I can see plenty of young people buying these sort of bikes. They are cheap, can be used to both commute and do some touring. We should be encouraging young people to get into biking and this is one avenue.

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Maybe all the manufacturers are controlled by the Chinese Government and only allowed to release these low powered motorcycles they look like a total rib off but as long as they are not exported fill your boots. Wouldn’t consider any of these motorcycles and can understand why the genuine manufacturers couldn’t be bothered to contest their release as that would be a waste of time and life is to short to worry these products in the throw away culture.

[@joemann3536]

China has been making components for many brands, so why not make complete machines. Folks Laughed and mocked my 750 k model in 1974 and we see how well they developed, China is next... I will put that 675 CFMoto next to my 2018 Kawasaki Zed 900 naked and my 2023 119 C.I. Harley FXST. I have owned many brands in 55 years in the wind so, if I live long enough it will be interesting how the Chinese industry grows.

[@johngatland]

I'd rather walk than buy any of those bikes.....

[@royevans4581]

'Especially in court' 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@slacker2101]

I think that some of the power outputs are in kW rather than hp. Would make the figures more sensible. I am old enough to remember how we laughed at Japanese bikes in the early 1960s.

[@dougsmith7580]

I’m holding out for the soon to be released “Feiken Poon Tang 450”.

[@motorsforthemasses]

@dougsmith7580 I'd have one of those lol.

[@joemann3536]

CFMOTO 675 Will be in my stable soon

[@whollymindless]

I have a dollar that says one of those dual discs is decoration.

[@shampoo-supernova]

I'm looking forward to seeing a Charlie Davidson by WangDong.

[@MartinLV.]

if brand bikes new and used prices go down, and make more affordable, hats off! based on german and greek owner reviews I would have a go on zontes 125..

[@motorsforthemasses]

I have reviewed MANY Zontes bikes, have a search for the reviews on my channel.

[@Rinzler900]

I just don’t get it either. Are horses in China a lot stronger or something?!

[@desperado57-w4z]

As to the power figures, they're probably using some of the millions of leftover Chainsaw carburetors in the spare parts bins!

[@woppy71]

So the chineese Fatbob puts out 38bhp, arguably more power than the Harley.... :D :P

[@tkchillin2065]

Triggered......my Fat Bob smokes Busa's

[@drgeoffangel5422]

The reason why all these bikes are underpowered is simple: The brakes suck, so no point going fast!

[@AMDP65]

Any one of those will do. Just to own something that no one else can own.

[@mattyb7736]

The GS replica is worth having to remind you of what the bike that's in the shop because you need special tools to even get the oil fill plug out looks like.

[@MrLeslloyd]

Don't forget Cessna were producing the C162 in China and though it was cancelled it was not because of quality concerns.

[@iantobanter9546]

There again, the Cagiva Mito was a reasonable success, and who can approach those outputs day to day, on the road....

[@robfallon6346]

The BMW gs copy is probably made in the same factory as the BMW as I believe there made in China, apart from the BMW that's been made in Mexico as far as I can find out BMW only make 2 of the bikes in there range in Germany. Lol. If you look into where the bikes you buy are made I guarantee you'll be very shocked.

[@motorsforthemasses]

@robfallon6346 I know. The BMW GS310 is made in India. I know where most bikes are made, or where their parts come from. It's not about where it's made, more where its QC is done.

[@WilliamAndrewPhilipBodie]

No SWM Stormbreaker V1200 on the list 😞

[@NickBurman]

Because it's not a copy, despite looking like one - SWM retooled it from scratch to make it Euro 5 compatible, the engine is brand-new. And they did it with HD's blessing (they bought the rights).

[@mikereed7887]

The "Feckin 250' gets my vote ... purely for comedy value 😂😂... seriously though, I wouldn't touch any of these with a bargepole.....

[@markhinde6187]

A good laugh, but! wait another 10 years of the top brands moving production to china, and maybe it won't so funny

[@9MileRoary]

I think China is a bit like those old-school carnivals where you stand in-front of those warped mirrors.

[@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus]

Probably a good thing it’s only got 66hp. But considering they’re already making much of our tech equipment there’s no reason they can’t make competent motorcycles provided they approach quality-control correctly. The Brixton Cromwell 1200 at least seems to be a capable machine for a retro styled bike with comparable specs to the Triumph T-120 liquid-cooled. I know these are nominally Austrian but made in China. And it looks great too. Be interesting to see how these go?

[@collyernicholasjohn]

2064: Aging millennials going “Gutted I didn’t hang on to my Fekin 250”.

[@jerrym3261]

it seems unfair that you ridiculed the Jonway YY400-5 for sad horsepower without mentioning that Harley Davidson Fat Bob has 1868cc and with it's "mind-blowing performance" produces 93 horsepower. If Harley could achieve the same hp per cc ratio Jonway did the Fat Bob would be over 150 hp. Perfect case to ask "how are they getting so little horsepower out of a bigger capacity engine." Also, I would have compared the Lifan Hunter 125 to the 125 Monkey bikes many manufacturers are making. I think most people that are buying the Lifan are choosing it compared to those, not any Ducati and not any scooter engine machine.

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I don't know about in other Nations but in the USA nobody can get parts for Chinese motorcycles. The countryside is littered with Chinese scooters with a fried ignition or rectifier and they're just trash with less than 1500 miles.

[@stevenFL8245]

The Chinese are skilled craftsmen, they could replicate the Vincent Black Shadow, if they wanted to.

[@drdoolittle5724]

Bang goes any chance of 16 'potential' dealerships and a quick billion!!

[@karl7383]

If these bike's are rip-off's as your title says, then why do you keep saying that they look nothing like? I'm no fan of the shit that the Chinese throw onto the market but please refrain from saying copy's. Just judge them on what they are.

[@motorsforthemasses]

@karl7383 erm....but they are copies. The style and body shapes are the copy...but not the power or mechanics, it's not that difficult to understand.

[@paulgreen7391]

Bonfire night will be here soon

[@juliancrooks3031]

I'm surprised you didn't include the chinese version of the sportster

[@NickBurman]

Because that's legit, not a rip-off copy - SWM *bought* the rights for the Sportster from HD. They then retooled the bike from the ground up, including making a new, Euro 5 compliant, engine.

[@jimstenlund6017]

@@NickBurmanwow !

[@anthonygreen5160]

I ride a Hyosung Aquilla GV650. If you look at that bike it's trying to be a Harley Davidson V-ROD especially with its tank shape. Turning circle on it is appalling.

[@barriewilliams4526]

Nah, with my Yam, I don't need to carry spare bearings......

[@TommieTrumper-TFC1200]

Bad bad and double bad……

[@clay2pot]

There are Chinese bikes that now offer as good if not better performance than mainstream bikes, with excellent build quality, fully loaded and £1000s cheaper. The Japanese upset the apple cart and the Chinese will do the same.

[@motorsforthemasses]

@@clay2pot There are definitely some superb Chinese bikes out there. I have reviewed many many of them....these....hmmm.

[@jimstenlund6017]

Laugh it up, but these are big steps forward for China, and many of us absolutely hate what the US ‘big name’ motorcycle dealers are doing with their additional fees🤑🤑🤑. I’ve got 1,200mi on my ‘Grom clone’ CG150 powered China bike, no oil leaks, I did a few upgrades but considering it’s $1,618 delivered it’s a great deal….oh, it’s ‘only’ 11hp, but the Grom is 9.7hp.

[@andycoleman3200]

I can’t stop laughing my ass off!!’

[@chuckmatses6803]

Wow, never knew about these. Dealer network? Parts? We'll see.

[@davidrochow9382]

I definitely want a Feckin 250 just because of the name.

[@nhardy2480]

Badly copied designs with inferior quality that won't last. Not supporting that ghastly government.

[@agisilaosfournarakos1958]

Η αντιγραφη ειναι κατι που γινεται απο ολους. Αλλα εδω προσπαθεις να κατηγορησεις τους Κινεζους, που σε λιγα χρονια θα κατακτησουν τη αγορα.

[@TotallyRegWhatelse]

😂

[@andrewfrancis3591]

Would I swap something fancy for those. I wouldn't swap a 600 Divvy winter rat for one.

[@iantobanter9546]

Any prices available?

[@volkiruski1221]

Its all about you get for the money, every product has his owner/user. I know a little about the thinkinf/marketing of the Chinese. Its how the japanese started theire marketing for lots of products. Make lots of pictures, start copy the product, make turnover with a price of 25%/50% of the original, sell and then expand the product till better much better. See the bikes now in japan, the cars but also guitars (I am in) There are now Chinese A brands competing with the famous brands, and sometimes better quality. So these bikes will be better within 5 years and also more expensive. Then other countries, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, Malaisia, Indonesia, etc. etc will take that segment over....its how it works. Ps.: see how the Chinese EV expand, the European EV sucks, to expensive and not enough advantages, so it will work with motors too, bikes, etc. etc.

[@darrenedwards7889]

16 no's from me. Another great watch

[@bigred8438]

It is fair to say that as far as the appearance of sports bikes go, that if an alien dropped in on Earth and was asked to tell you the differences between them on looks alone, they couldn't so few are the distinguishing features. Most of the Chinese bikes look so similar to the offerings from other countries who make sports bikes, that you can't see daylight between them. And because of that fact, who cares exactly? Its whats under the skin that matters. If you are a ponce, who likes the idea of people looking at what your bike looks like, you probably need more therapy. With so many manufacturers having their motors made in China or brands we know owned by Chinese companies, it just doesn't matter anymore does it.......given we are on the verge of nuclear annihilation anyway. Get back to us if we survive that or doesn't eventuate.

[@djrichylaurence8991]

All made from Chineseum.

[@douglas9607]

Did you even look at the Ducati Scrambler look alike? You were saying it is a single cyl like a scooter? This is a horrible review, negative Ned. Sorry for the critique of a critique. And you didn't even talk about the H-D Sportster look alike. Lousy article I'm sorry to say.

[@Xoxox-q5e]

Eat red meat and eggs. Exercise daily.

[@buddhastaxi666]

When my low mileage Triumph Thruxton 1200 was having an electrical issue resolved over a period of 4 days, 300 KMs from home, I was leant by the first class dealer, a 660 Benelli. It looked the part but was poorly manufactured and had the power of a shagged out abused feeling 250. I looked repeatedly at the engine to check it was a 660 triple. I had a 600/4 Triumph TT years ago that whizzed to 14,000 rpm and had a 100 HP and expected a mid range brute. No. Basically it was a lousy manufactured simulation. A paper tiger the Maoists insult use towards Western powers. Dependency on Propaganda creates a parallel reality where necessary reality feedback is in denied and criticism is crushed by tanks.

[@Jungleland33]

I'd cycle before I'd put money on any of that crap. The Kove 450 is the only Chinese bike I'd consider......but then I'd still pass as it would probably implode within a year of ownership.

[@iansellers406]

Great vidéo...shitty Bikes !!

[@colinhall8998]

I’d rather walk or catch a bus than convey myself using Chinesium vehicles. And as for the their C range of aircraft, no way I’d fly on those.

[@YvanValentine]

Chinese bikes are trash i got one you never be shure it wil start , and the parts looks and feels like plastic toy

[@Jodyrides]

let’s look at it this way if you are bored lately, riding your motorcycle, that always starts, always get you to your destination and back, every single time without incident.. maybe . just maybe writing some thing that has unknown reliability, from a country, well known for taking shortcuts in engineering, just maybe that would make you appreciate one of these copy motorcycles, just a little bit more than your average motorcycle that you’ve been riding for a long time. wondering if it is going to start, that could be a little jolt of adrenaline wondering if it’s going to start the head of a long trip home by yourself at night.. then, when you get on the expressway, or on the long back road where there’s no cell phone service, and you have time to think just for a few seconds, wondering, what if this machine work to quit right here, what would I do?.. and as the miles pass, maybe you would notice the Miles passing, and be a little grateful that the motorcycle is still running, still delivering you to your destination, for now.. and then, the climax, the money shot, when you actually arrive without incident at your destination, the exhilaration, the relief, the big sigh as you realize, “I made it” Maybe riding one of these copycat motorcycles is just what you need if you are finding yourself bored, riding your perfect ass perfect can be motorcycle day in and day out. Writing something that you’re not sure of could add just a little extra spark and make every ride, Just a little more interesting, a little more daring, a little more risky. The sense of accomplishment when you complete a journey on some thing, you’re not 100% confident in, could make all the difference.

[@r.d.1991]

13:50 😂😂