For a start, CFMoto revealed its first V4 engine during the EICMA, as we told you at the time. By the way, this propellant is a real beast, capable of generating 209 hpwith features designed for both track performance and street legality. However, there is a rather curious detail. Currently, CFMoto It does not compete with a V4 engine in any category.
In addition, the brand could be developing a new one-liter motorcycle, as it hinted with the prototype that accompanied the launch of the engine. But given the decline in sportsbike sales in recent years, investing in a V4 superbike seems like a risky move financially, unless the goal is something bigger, like promoting racing-derived technology. This sounds much more like a strategy to us.
Why is CFMoto’s V4 engine aimed at MotoGP?
In this context, the use of V4 engines has an undisputed place in MotoGPwhere marks like Ducati, KTM, Aprilia and even yamaha have adopted this configuration. The ball begins to clarify more concepts for us. And it continues. Spending millions on research and development for a V4 engine would make much more sense if the goal was to use it as the basis for a competitive program in the premier class.
Furthermore, let us not forget that, although CFMoto does not yet compete directly in MotoGPhas a strong presence in the lower categories. Your team CFMoto Aspar Team dominated Moto3 this year, winning the riders’ and constructors’ championships. This shows that they already have a strong relationship with Dornathe governing body of the championship.
On the other hand, the brand has the financial resources to support a team and, at the same time, could offer Dorna a strategic opportunity to expand one’s career, especially considering the rapid rise of CFMoto as one of the most successful manufacturers in the world.
The entrance of CFMoto It could also open up new opportunities in the Chinese market, something that fits with Dorna’s goals of diversifying and globalizing MotoGP. In fact, the organization itself has indicated that the entry of new brands depends on their performance, investment and promotion, something that CFMoto appears to be in a position to deliver.
Last but not least, the new rules of MotoGP that will come into force in 2026 could be the ideal scenario for the Chinese factory to make its debut. Although the current V4 engine would have to conform to the 850 cc requirements established by the regulations, it is reasonable to think that CFMoto is already considering this possibility.
