CFMOTO 800MT ‖ I agree with everyone else 😀

Welcome to the CFMoto 800MT review, very happy to have a day riding this bike and getting to know it. My thoughts are in the video. I hope you enjoy....

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[darrengibbons]

I test rode that very bike at Midwest moto and absolutely concur with your findings . So much so that I bought one pick mine up this week . Am I looking forward to it absolutely!! And looking forward to prove the doubters wrong .

[index]

CFMOTO MT engines not had Cam failure. Older head lubrication design problem remedied long ago circa 2019. Predates CFMOTO production.

[ivanrushtonthelonewolfrides]

Hi I have the Explore new in March 2024. But made November 23. My fuelling is awefull between3and4k revs at times un rideable. So disappointing on the flagship model. Needs sorting soon only updates have been for the TFT screen. Needs someone to do an aftermarket ECU flash

[markfortin]

Great point about parts availability, because that goes hand-in-hand with warranty work actually getting done if it's needed!

[ianhalliwell]

Shaun isn't the elephant in the room on this bike not Chinese build quality but KTM engine build quality. Listening this week to Freddie Dobbs reading out numerous comments from owners regarding camshaft problems and many on social media saying the same it really puts me off this engine and therefore the bike.

[johnharvey]

They did a remap on the throttle and you can download it rather than having to take it to a dealer, the valve issue seems to have more with tighter valve clearance on some valves causing excessive ware, rode the Kove 800 pro and was very impressed with the engine and only £8499 on the road.

[thebingleywheeler]

Thanks for the mention Sean. Bike still going strong thanks and delivering in spades. And yes if you’re not careful the front wheel will come up! 😂 Ride safe buddy 👍🏻

[richardjohnson]

I'm not in the market but not sure if I'd have the confidence to buy one of these if I was 🤔. Your videos just get better and better, very well done

[althescottishbiker]

I rode the 800nk today. It’s a quick bike. The dealer told me there is a new map due for the MT that will give it more power. I need to try one but I prefer something lighter.

[simonward]

I brought the same bike as well happy so far after 200 miles. Fuelling still not brilliant. Love the video

[rickasker]

I’ve only just found your channel. The first vid I came across was your Himalayan 450 and CFMoto 450MT comparison.
Great video by the way, even if it didn’t help me make up my mind 😂
I’m currently deciding which of those two bikes to add to my stable. I test rode the MT about three weeks ago but haven’t ridden the Himalayan yet. I prefer the look of the Himalayan but the tech and ability of the MT.
I was very very impressed with the MT test ride. The RE will have a tough job to beat it. 🤔

I live on the Algarve and the two main summer months July and August are brutal, (40°c plus), so I don’t tend to use my bikes again until it starts to cool down in September. Full bike gear when it’s over 40° can be at the very least uncomfortable and with any extended rides bringing the risk of heat stroke if not properly hydrated. The summer literally arrived very suddenly about three days after my test ride on the MT, which is why I haven’t got round to test riding the Himalayan yet. I really need to man up and book a test ride so I can order whichever bike I decide on.. 🤗

I see you and Susie have recently been to Portugal, 😀👍 I haven’t had chance to watch those videos yet, (literally just subscribed to your channel), but it is a perfect country for motorcycles.. well apart from the two summer months which are are too hot for me to ride.
Anyway, great content and I look forward to watching more of your content.

[malone-npip]

Like your attitude am the same never adjusted suspension 40 years on bikes good have laid back average guy test bikes

[johnratcliffe]

Look like a great package for the money..
Looks good too.
3 question marks
Long term reliability, parts availability ( warranties rely on this) and future resale value....
Time will tell..😉

[daltonknox]

The KTM 790 engine has been plagued with problems. Leaks, both oil and water in the short term and cam failures long term. A friend went to the local dealer looking to buy one. They told him that they were more trouble than they're worth and steered him to a BMW. I own a KTM (1290 SAS) but I wouldn't go near the 790/890.

[CollinMac]

For now I’ll stick with the 2024 vstrom 650. I’ll give cf moto a chance after maybe 4 years. I’m waiting to see some forum posts from owners who have 50k plus miles so I can see its long term reliability. I do heavy commuting on a bike so I need to make sure it will last

[nicholasjarrold]

Still not sure in my head about taking a gamble on a Chinese motorcycle it’s only my head saying no but if you look at the savings you make it is very tempting I know if I bought one and saved that money from a top brand I’d be waiting for it to break down for 1st 6 months and interfering with the ride see it’s all in my head such a big decision great video of a great looking bike thankyou

[crumblymal]

I like these Sean great value goes well looks good i'm not really an adventure bike fan but I think this is a great proposition as you have mentioned the after market parts a care are important and I am sure it's something that will only improve as the bike has and will so yep why wouldn't you if it's a style your looking for . I am sure the stigma that is currently carried being chinese will subside as it did with the Japanese bikes many years ago when they first came out Nice one !👌👍

[firestorm]

A couple of months back I found out that you could buy one of these for £6700. Then I started doing a bit of research and discovered the whole KTM cam problem. It's put me right off now. I've not actually seen any reports of CF Moto bikes being affected but I'm not taking the risk now. If KTM had owned the problem then I think it might be different.

[exeterrider]

Good to hear your thoughts on it Sean. I enjoyed the ride on it.
Hopfully the brand will do well 👍😎

[leegreveson]

Nothing to do with the bike, I'm no longer in the market, but the price of panniers is just ridiculous 😮 Break it down to what they are, (bags!) talk about overpriced! Then there's the racking hardware to mount them to the bike which is obviously bike specific. Have they even heard of having a standard? Something like ISOFix 😂 So I bought some semi rigid (but expandable) eBay specials for £30. If they only last a few trips it'd be worth it 😅
Great video again Sean, it's not easy remembering a bunch of stuff to monologue about on video whilst riding. Plus the pillion leg position looks relaxing I'd have thought, Suze (in the studio 😅)