Chinese clones have everything and cost half as much, it’s war on the market

For a lifetime it was an industry leader, but now America is trembling under the pressure of Asian competition. It’s all about the price.

When you think about the United States and its motorbikes, in the collective imagination we imagine ourselves as giant racing cars and noisy, with which to tackle deserted and lonely roads. Indeed, just pronouncing the word America next to the concept of motorcycle is enough to visualize a Harley-Davidson, rather than an Indian. Brands that have become famous for cruisers, created with the aim of taking long journeys, without running the risk of being uncomfortable in the saddle or suffering from sore legs.

Well, in the near future, motorcycles for on-the-road adventures may no longer be the exclusive prerogative of the stars and stripes territory, but rather have other traits. Is it the case that on the other side of the ocean they are starting to worry? It is not excluded, seeing that once again Asia will try to conquer important market events by playing the trump card of prices competitive. In fact, it should be remembered that to purchase any of these kilometer-crushing beasts you need at least between 15 thousand and 35 thousand euros, it follows that it is not a whim within everyone’s reach.

Asia challenges America, so it wants to take away customers

In particular, China has created a series of motorcycles with clear Western inspiration, starting from the names. An example is the SWM Stormbreaker V1200. Equipped with an air-cooled V-twin engine, it can squeeze up to 61 hp on the asphalt. Attention to finish, it has an LCD display for information and ABS. Available in two colors, it is sold for 9,900 euros.

There Napoleonbob 500 bandage It features unusual shaped mirrors and a cantilevered solo seat. It is powered by a 498 cm3 V-twin capable of discharging 47.5 hp onto the surface. Equipped with six gears, it can also be driven by holders of an A2 licence. They are enough to have it 6,990 euros.

With the Zontes 350 V it certainly doesn’t go unnoticed. Very particular and avant-garde in aesthetics, it sports diamond rims and a single-sided swingarm behind it. The engine is a 348 cm3 liquid-cooled single-cylinder, with 39.5 hp to enjoy. Packed with features to make the driving experience simpler and more pleasant, it costs 5,490 euros.

We close with the QJ Motor SRV 600V With a displacement of 561 cm3, it is powered by a liquid-cooled V4. Horsepower is 68.5. The 16-inch rims and the typical saddle 72 cm from the road surface are not missing. Price 6,950 euros.