
What is interesting about the flagship CFMOTO 1250TR-G and how much can you buy it for in Russia
Russian amateurs motorcycle know that the quality of Chinese equipment is far from ideal. But many are aware that in the last few years, manufacturers from the Celestial Empire have begun to offer interesting models with a capacity of 500-800 cm3 in our country.
It's not that this is an ideal machine, but it is expensive, which hints at the quality of the workmanship. But how long will such motorcycles last on the conveyor? And will it be possible to get spare parts for them in five or ten years?
After all, it is difficult to find plastic for small-capacity vehicles from China. Fortunately, at least the engines, gearboxes and other units are interchangeable there. And the rest can be improved.
The front part of the CFMOTO 1250TR-G is designed in a space style. Photo: youtube.com
The hero of today's article is the Chinese motorcycle CFMOTO 1250TR-G. Yes, the numbers in the index here mean the engine capacity. Hardly anyone has heard of such bikes from the Celestial Empire. But this motorcycle is offered in Russia, and officially.
Let's scare off fans of Chinese budget models right away. CFMOTO 1250TR-G is definitely not one of them. Yes, it is cheaper than its analogues from Japanese, European and American brands, this grand tourist. And it also comes with a two-year warranty, full equipment and service.
It is possible that there will be individual buyers. But even branded motorcycles are not bought new. Why, if you can buy a used one 2-5 years old at least twice cheaper?
The CFMOTO 1250TR-G is a great way for two people to travel long distances. Photo: youtube.com
However, for those who are not afraid of the price, it can be justified. The CFMOTO 1250TR-G motorcycle is assembled from units and assemblies from leading global manufacturers. Approximately like the Russian "Ural". Only the "Chinese" also has an Austrian engine - from KTM.
CFMOTO is a fairly old brand, especially for China. It was created in 1989 specifically for the production of motorcycles. Now it is considered the best in the Celestial Empire. And all because it is constantly evolving.
Over the 35 years of its existence, the brand has achieved significant success:
✅ The first in China to produce motorcycles with 800 cc engines
✅ Mastered ATVs and quadricycles (with car controls)
✅ Released 98 production models
CFMOTO has other achievements. For example, 51 types of engines for motorcycles over the years of its existence. And they have also registered more than 1,5 thousand patents.
The CFMOTO 1250TR-G dashboard is the same as car. Photo: youtube.com
It turns out that CFMOTO is a full-fledged and modern motorcycle company. It employs more than 6 thousand people and has its own development center. The latter is a kind of equivalent of a design bureau.
Since 2007, CFMOTO has officially been operating in Russia. But for several years, it supplied our country with quads and quadricycles. Motorcycles appeared in the Russian line only in 2012.
Of all the Chinese manufacturers officially present on our market, CFMOTO is the most reputable brand. Firstly, it has long established itself. Secondly, all the equipment is distinguished by the quality of assembly and participates in various competitions - both in Russia and abroad.
Of course, this does not mean that CFMOTO motorcycles are better than Japanese ones. They have enough shortcomings, typical of equipment from the Middle Kingdom. But the brand strives to improve. And cooperation with the Austrian KTM is a clear confirmation of this.
Powerful brakes effectively stop the CFMOTO 1250TR-G at any speed. Photo: youtube.com
CFMOTO motorcycles are created "based on" famous Japanese models. This means that their design was simply shamelessly copied. For Russian customers, this is rather a plus. They are used to "Japanese", and CFMOTO bikes do not cause rejection. Moreover, a non-specialist is unlikely to understand that this is a Chinese model.
The design of the CFMOTO 1250TR-G is inspired by the brand's previous flagship grand tourer, the 650TK, which is based on the Honda ST1300.
At first glance, the plastic trim is made well. The material is of high quality, although in some places there are half-centimeter gaps. It seems that this is "greetings from the Middle Kingdom", but some new motorcycles from Japanese manufacturers are also guilty of this. Questions arise about individual threaded connections, but they still need to be found.
But the important units are assembled with attention to detail - this is usually not typical for the Chinese. And most of the parts and electronics are from third-party brands. Branded, not created under license.
CFMOTO 1250TR-G has a full-fledged on-board computer. Photo: youtube.com
The CFMOTO 1250TR-G has a pair of standard plastic cases. They are rigid, so everything that fits in there will arrive without damage.
The driver's seat is comfortable - the back is straight. The passenger will be in almost the same position - it's not for nothing that the bike belongs to the grand tourer class.
The motorcycle is equipped with a standard JBL sound system. It is a four-channel system, so the driver gets a sense of surround sound at the permitted speed.
Among the standard options of the CFMOTO 1250TR-G are:
✅ Adaptive cruise control. It calculates the distance to cars and maintains a set distance
✅ There is a tire pressure monitoring system
✅ The on-board computer helps you get going on an incline
By the way, the first batches of CFMOTO 1250TR-G were produced for Chinese police officers. This already hints that they are reliable. The state will not purchase low-quality equipment for law enforcement. And woe to the manufacturer who tries to cheat the system.
This is the most interesting thing about the Chinese motorcycle. Its engine is more like a Harley-Davidson – a V-twin with a volume of 1 hp. And again, an atypical picture for the Chinese – they inflate the numbers in the model name indexes. Here we see the opposite.
The power unit is from the Austrian brand KTM. It produces 140 hp and is reliable. Not promised by the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, but confirmed by the owners of Austrian bikes.
The engine is Austrian, although it is marked as CFMOTO. Photo: youtube.com
The engine has enough power. The motorcycle is suitable for the city and beyond. The reserve is enough for confident overtaking. Of course, it is not very convenient to ride a bike to work - there are other models for this. But only because it is bulky and heavy.
The engine has electronic fuel injection. Liquid cooling, so you don't have to worry about the engine overheating in a hot summer traffic jam. The throttle valve is electronic. This ensures an instant response to the gas handle. And there will be no more problems with cables.
The speed is electronically limited to 220 km/h. The fuel tank capacity is 23 liters. The manufacturer did not specify the average consumption, but judging by KTM, it is 6-7 liters per 100 km.
The CFMOTO 1250TR-G has a six-speed manual gearbox. The gearshifts are smooth – this was achieved thanks to the CF-SC slipper clutch.
CFMOTO 1250TR-G is a beautiful motorcycle and you can't take that away from it. Photo: youtube.com
They decided not to skimp on the brakes - they are from Brembo. There are two discs in the front, one in the back. The ABS system is included in the base. When the motorcycle stops abruptly, you don’t have to worry about the wheels locking. The suspensions also work perfectly - they are from WP.
Is it worth paying attention to the CFMOTO 1250TR-G? Of course, but buying it for 2,099 million rubles is somehow beyond the pale. However, for those for whom the amount seems insignificant, its Chinese origin will not be an obstacle.
And if we put aside all prejudices, we can note that CFMOTO’s new flagship is really not bad.
It's not that this is an ideal machine, but it is expensive, which hints at the quality of the workmanship. But how long will such motorcycles last on the conveyor? And will it be possible to get spare parts for them in five or ten years?
After all, it is difficult to find plastic for small-capacity vehicles from China. Fortunately, at least the engines, gearboxes and other units are interchangeable there. And the rest can be improved.

The hero of today's article is the Chinese motorcycle CFMOTO 1250TR-G. Yes, the numbers in the index here mean the engine capacity. Hardly anyone has heard of such bikes from the Celestial Empire. But this motorcycle is offered in Russia, and officially.
How much?
Let's scare off fans of Chinese budget models right away. CFMOTO 1250TR-G is definitely not one of them. Yes, it is cheaper than its analogues from Japanese, European and American brands, this grand tourist. And it also comes with a two-year warranty, full equipment and service.
All this is great, but the price is even more impressive - 2,099 million rubles. Of course, in China the motorcycle is cheaper, but here it is. And this alone puts an end to sales in Russia.
It is possible that there will be individual buyers. But even branded motorcycles are not bought new. Why, if you can buy a used one 2-5 years old at least twice cheaper?

However, for those who are not afraid of the price, it can be justified. The CFMOTO 1250TR-G motorcycle is assembled from units and assemblies from leading global manufacturers. Approximately like the Russian "Ural". Only the "Chinese" also has an Austrian engine - from KTM.
What brand is it?
CFMOTO is a fairly old brand, especially for China. It was created in 1989 specifically for the production of motorcycles. Now it is considered the best in the Celestial Empire. And all because it is constantly evolving.
Over the 35 years of its existence, the brand has achieved significant success:
✅ The first in China to produce motorcycles with 800 cc engines
✅ Mastered ATVs and quadricycles (with car controls)
✅ Released 98 production models
CFMOTO has other achievements. For example, 51 types of engines for motorcycles over the years of its existence. And they have also registered more than 1,5 thousand patents.

It turns out that CFMOTO is a full-fledged and modern motorcycle company. It employs more than 6 thousand people and has its own development center. The latter is a kind of equivalent of a design bureau.
Since 2007, CFMOTO has officially been operating in Russia. But for several years, it supplied our country with quads and quadricycles. Motorcycles appeared in the Russian line only in 2012.
Why are they the best?
Of all the Chinese manufacturers officially present on our market, CFMOTO is the most reputable brand. Firstly, it has long established itself. Secondly, all the equipment is distinguished by the quality of assembly and participates in various competitions - both in Russia and abroad.
Of course, this does not mean that CFMOTO motorcycles are better than Japanese ones. They have enough shortcomings, typical of equipment from the Middle Kingdom. But the brand strives to improve. And cooperation with the Austrian KTM is a clear confirmation of this.

CFMOTO motorcycles are created "based on" famous Japanese models. This means that their design was simply shamelessly copied. For Russian customers, this is rather a plus. They are used to "Japanese", and CFMOTO bikes do not cause rejection. Moreover, a non-specialist is unlikely to understand that this is a Chinese model.
Appearance and fit
The design of the CFMOTO 1250TR-G is inspired by the brand's previous flagship grand tourer, the 650TK, which is based on the Honda ST1300.
The design of the new motorcycle has been improved taking into account modern trends, but the "original source" is still unmistakably recognizable. Naturally, for those who understand Japanese bikes.
At first glance, the plastic trim is made well. The material is of high quality, although in some places there are half-centimeter gaps. It seems that this is "greetings from the Middle Kingdom", but some new motorcycles from Japanese manufacturers are also guilty of this. Questions arise about individual threaded connections, but they still need to be found.
But the important units are assembled with attention to detail - this is usually not typical for the Chinese. And most of the parts and electronics are from third-party brands. Branded, not created under license.

The CFMOTO 1250TR-G has a pair of standard plastic cases. They are rigid, so everything that fits in there will arrive without damage.
The driver's seat is comfortable - the back is straight. The passenger will be in almost the same position - it's not for nothing that the bike belongs to the grand tourer class.
Options
The motorcycle is equipped with a standard JBL sound system. It is a four-channel system, so the driver gets a sense of surround sound at the permitted speed.
Among the standard options of the CFMOTO 1250TR-G are:
✅ Adaptive cruise control. It calculates the distance to cars and maintains a set distance
✅ There is a tire pressure monitoring system
✅ The on-board computer helps you get going on an incline
By the way, the first batches of CFMOTO 1250TR-G were produced for Chinese police officers. This already hints that they are reliable. The state will not purchase low-quality equipment for law enforcement. And woe to the manufacturer who tries to cheat the system.
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This is the most interesting thing about the Chinese motorcycle. Its engine is more like a Harley-Davidson – a V-twin with a volume of 1 hp. And again, an atypical picture for the Chinese – they inflate the numbers in the model name indexes. Here we see the opposite.
The power unit is from the Austrian brand KTM. It produces 140 hp and is reliable. Not promised by the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, but confirmed by the owners of Austrian bikes.

The engine has enough power. The motorcycle is suitable for the city and beyond. The reserve is enough for confident overtaking. Of course, it is not very convenient to ride a bike to work - there are other models for this. But only because it is bulky and heavy.
The engine has electronic fuel injection. Liquid cooling, so you don't have to worry about the engine overheating in a hot summer traffic jam. The throttle valve is electronic. This ensures an instant response to the gas handle. And there will be no more problems with cables.
The speed is electronically limited to 220 km/h. The fuel tank capacity is 23 liters. The manufacturer did not specify the average consumption, but judging by KTM, it is 6-7 liters per 100 km.
Other performance characteristics
The CFMOTO 1250TR-G has a six-speed manual gearbox. The gearshifts are smooth – this was achieved thanks to the CF-SC slipper clutch.

They decided not to skimp on the brakes - they are from Brembo. There are two discs in the front, one in the back. The ABS system is included in the base. When the motorcycle stops abruptly, you don’t have to worry about the wheels locking. The suspensions also work perfectly - they are from WP.
Is it worth paying attention to the CFMOTO 1250TR-G? Of course, but buying it for 2,099 million rubles is somehow beyond the pale. However, for those for whom the amount seems insignificant, its Chinese origin will not be an obstacle.
And if we put aside all prejudices, we can note that CFMOTO’s new flagship is really not bad.
- Ulf
- youtube.com
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