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Renishaw, a world leader in metrology and manufacturing systems, has expanded its AGILITY® range of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). The AGILITY range is designed and built for speed and accuracy, reinforcing Renishaw’s reputation for innovation in the most demanding industries. The machines are optimised for Renishaw’s REVO® 5-axis multi-sensor system, bringing new possibilities to the shop floor.
🍃 All things change, and we change with them 🍃 All things change, and we change with them
“China began producing motorcycles in 1951 to support the Korean War. The first motorcycle they produced was a 500cc model based on the Zundapp K500, a German motorcycle used in World War II. Before the late 1970s, motorcycles produced in China were mainly for military purposes, with the exception of the Beijing Motorcycle Factory. Since 1958, the factory had produced motorcycles for the public based on the pre-war German BMW R71 and the Russian Ural and Dnepr models. In 1979, in Chongqing, the military ammunition factory China Jialing Industrial Company began to independently produce motorcycles for civilian use, ushering in the modern era of Chinese motorcycle manufacturing. By 2000, the industry had grown to become the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer, a a position they have maintained to this day.” (Sources: Wikipedia)
In the first 11 months of 2013, China exported 9,128,400 motorcycles worth 4,865 million yuan, with an average price of 532.92 US dollars to 198 countries and regions. Exports to Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America accounted for 87.57% of total exports, with Myanmar, Nigeria, Argentina, Venezuela, the Philippines, Togo, Mexico, Russia, Angola, Saudi Arabia and Colombia as the top export destinations. A total of 4,639,600 motorcycles were exported to these top 10 countries, accounting for 50.83% of total exports.
The number of motorbikes produced in China is very large, but these companies also face a lot of criticism not only in the West and other Asian countries, but also in Vietnam, there are certain prejudices against Chinese motorbikes:
In the past, Chinese motorbikes in Vietnam were often assessed as having lower durability than their Japanese or Korean competitors. High failure rates and short lifespans were common concerns. Some opinions said that the braking system, lighting and chassis of Chinese motorbikes sometimes did not meet international safety standards. The massive influx of Chinese motorbikes into Vietnam at very cheap prices in the 1990s created great competition, but at the same time, it also made manufacturers focus on reducing costs, leading to a decline in quality. Compared to Japanese motorbikes, some consumers said that Chinese motorbikes consumed more fuel, and even had lower resale value than other brands.
Compared to its Asian sibling, India, the vehicles manufactured in India are not fashionable and their designs are not appealing to the majority of consumers. However, in contrast to China, most Indian car brands are more highly regarded for their durability and reliability in operation. Consumers may not find Indian vehicles to be flashy or have many modern features, but in return, they are often trusted for their endurance and have few minor problems. This creates a clear difference from the prejudice that Vietnamese people often have about the durability of Chinese motorbikes.
Over time, Japanese and later Korean brands continued to improve their products, improve quality and build a solid trust from Vietnamese consumers. More diverse choices with more guaranteed quality have caused Chinese motorbikes to lose their competitive advantage in terms of "price".
🐦🔥The phoenix rise from ashes🐦🔥
Zhejiang Chunfeng Electric Co., Ltd. (CFMoto) was established in 1989 by Lai Guoqiang and played an important role in the supply of components and spare parts in the motorcycle manufacturing market in China. Things changed when in 2000, CFMoto decided to change direction to produce scooters, ATVs (All-terrain Vehicles) and quad-bikes (4 wheels). By 2006, CFMoto's ATV and quad-bike lines began to receive import orders to the European, North American and Australian markets. The quality of the vehicles did not really meet the requirements as well as the lack of creativity in design and quality control, which brought a lot of criticism to the young Chinese car company. However, CFMoto went against that prejudice by providing a large number of replacement and repair equipment at affordable prices to prolong the time for improvement, improve product quality and regain consumer confidence.
Things started to change for the better when in 2013, CFMoto received many lucrative contracts related to building high-end yachts and received an offer to test-produce small-displacement motorcycles from KTM (Austria). Realizing the potential for domestic consumption in the Chinese market as well as the development process of CFMoto's vehicle lines quite similar to what KTM had done before - that is, off-road vehicles. The Austrian car company signed a secret commercial agreement in 2011 to allow CFMoto to produce components for the Duke 200 (gen1) series.
In 2014-2015, CFMoto was funded by the Chinese government for a large number of orders specifically for the development of special vehicles for the Police and Escort Groups. From there, the company launched the CF650-2 and CF1250J models. With affordable prices and more reliable quality than other domestic brands, this is a big revenue for CFMoto. In fact, most of the current motorcycles used by police, escorts and agents in China are still using CFMoto models. However, the CF650NK in the international market has not really left a good impression on consumers. The bike has too much influence from Kawasaki's ER-6N model and a series of inexplicable problems in many different parts such as: ECU system, fuel injector, fuel pump, electric coil, shock absorber,... leading to the bike being boycotted and gradually forgotten right after its launch in 2014.
🌸 Spring Breeze, time to bloom 🌸
In 2017, the two companies started a joint venture to manufacture and sell KTM motorcycles in China under the name "KTM R2R". CFMoto also assembles small displacement models for KTM at its factories in China, while also manufacturing larger displacement KTM engines. Thanks to that, CFMoto's shares were listed on the stock exchange in the billion-people market when they had too much favor and it was time to play bigger.
Inheriting a large amount of knowledge from the Austrian manufacturer has brought many benefits to CFMoto. In 2015, KTM completely abandoned the development of the RC8 engine line because it wanted to focus more on the RC16 engine line used for MOTOGP and SBK racing. And researching and developing a new engine block would cost a lot of money, so CFMoto was the place for KTM to test their new direction and the Austrian car company did the right thing.
The launch of KTM's new commercial engine with the Adventure and Duke 790 series has attracted a lot of attention from users around the world. The change in the standard definition of the Japanese Parallel Twin 270-degree engine (2 in-line cylinders) has brought a new wind to KTM in particular and the CFMoto manufacturing block in general.
Everything changed when dozens of other Japanese giants also jumped into the battle in the transition to the 800cc segment. The big guys were ambitious that the market would only revolve around the price war and the mid-range segment without anticipating the dark fog that awaited them ahead.
When the Covid-19 pandemic covered the world, everything froze, consumer demand decreased significantly and consumer habits also changed. Saving more, spending less and looking for alternatives to old habits were what happened during the 4 years of the pandemic. Construction, research... everything stopped. There was nothing new and it was too risky to launch new products at that time. However, CFMoto did something crazy that no one thought of by launching the CF450SR. They conceived and secretly developed this line of cars based on the principles of KTM. This is the actual production version of the futuristic-style SR-C21 concept model.
The trailer video at the EICMA 2021 exhibition of the SR-C21 brought a lot of curiosity to the entire motorcycle community around the world. They are curious about CFMoto, those who know are skeptical, and those who don't know are constantly asking questions. Hundreds of thousands of consumers in China are also looking forward to this commercial product. Some criticize, some praise, some are skeptical... all are mysterious.
Until the car first allows early deposits in early 2022 in mainland China with a price of 42,000 RMB (about 149 million VND), an unimaginable number because it is too cheap for the pile of equipment and fancy technology that comes with it.
CFMoto seems to be winning over Western buyers with the CF450SR (sometimes called the 450SS in the US).
Motorcycle News (UK): Emphasizes the CFMoto-developed engine as having good power, stable handling and road-friendly suspension. However, they also note that the bike can lack a bit of “excitement” and that the price is on par with Japanese rivals, forcing CFMoto to work harder to appeal to traditional buyers.
Motorcycle.com (US): Compares the CF Moto 450SS (the US equivalent) to the Aprilia RS457 and Kawasaki Ninja 400. They praise the CFMoto’s smooth engine, good power for its class, attractive price and build quality. They point to its handling as not being as sharp as the Aprilia and its weak dealer/after-sales support system in the US.
RevZilla (USA): In the comparison with Kawasaki Ninja 400, RevZilla reviewers seem to lean more towards CFMoto 450SS, showing the strong competition of this model in the small sportbike segment.
And many Western vehicle vloggers are gradually realizing that they are viewing the Chinese motorcycle manufacturing market as “weak and always a loser”
It can be seen that CFMoto CF450SR/SS is receiving positive feedback on engine performance, design and competitive price. However, building brand trust and developing an after-sales support network are still challenges that CFMoto needs to overcome to fully conquer Western consumers.
To emphasize the role of research and quality control in CFMoto's growth, we can see this clearly through their development journey:
From a motorcycle parts manufacturer, CFMoto has continuously invested in research and development (R&D) to produce its own engines, then expanded to scooters and especially off-road vehicles (ORVs). This transformation shows a long-term vision and a focus on technological autonomy.
A key step forward was the development of a reliable 500cc engine, the foundation for their successful ORV line. This required not only research capabilities but also strict quality control processes to ensure product durability and performance.
In recent years, CFMoto has shown a strong investment in design innovation, as evidenced by the prestigious "Red Dot Award" for the 800NK model. To achieve this, the company has certainly raised the bar in terms of design and quality control at every stage of production.
The article on the 1 million ORV milestone also highlights CFMoto's years of technological innovation. The sharing of Mr. Wu Jun, who has been with the ORV factory since the early days, on the continuous improvement of technology and expansion of product lines is evidence of the company's unwavering commitment to quality improvement and meeting the ever-increasing demands of the market.
CFMoto's success in international markets, including demanding markets such as the West, shows that its efforts in research, development and quality control have paid off. Despite the prejudices, CFMoto's growing recognition by consumers and professionals is a clear testament to its maturity and commitment to product quality.
While the world focuses on impressive production numbers and remarkable improvements in quality, there is a secret that CFMoto seems to be keeping well-kept.
According to insiders, behind the groundbreaking designs and increasingly sophisticated manufacturing processes, CFMoto is quietly possessing a technological "weapon" that perhaps its competitors have never expected.
Close cooperation with leading technology partners, such as the use of Scantech's 3D scanners in the product testing and development process, is just the tip of the iceberg. Insiders speculate that CFMoto is nurturing a revolutionary step in engine technology or new materials, promising to change the landscape of the vehicle market in the near future.
Is this the key to helping them continue to break through and affirm their position as "rising from the ashes" on the map of the global vehicle industry? Let's wait and see what surprises CFMoto can bring in the coming years!
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