CFMoto launches CFLite sub brand with three new bikes

Cfmoto has announced a new sub-brand, CFlite, dedicated exclusively to small-capacity motorcycles. The CFLite sub-brand was announced at the 2025 edition of Makina Moto Expo in the Philippines. The first products from CFLite will be the 250NK, 250SR and Dual 230.

1. CFLite 250NK and 250SR share the same engine
2. Dual 230 features a smaller carbureted engine

CFMoto announces a new sub-brand named CFLite

CFLite is aimed at newer riders

CFMoto’s new sub-brand CFLite focuses on lower displacement motorcycles. The launch is intended to cater to the South-East Asian and South American markets, where there is strong demand for affordable runabouts. Three new motorcycles were unveiled under the CFLite umbrella: the 250NK, 250SR, and Dual 230.

250NK

The 250NK features a 249 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 27.4hp and 22Nm. It comes equipped with a telescopic fork, monoshock, LCD instrument console, an upright seating position, and disc brakes at both ends with a 12.3 litre fuel tank.

250SR

The 250SR is a fully-faired sportbike, with the same 249 cc single-cylinder engine as the 250NK, making the same 27.4hp and 22Nm. It carries the same chassis as the 250NK but has a more aggressive riding position due to its clip-on bars.

Now, in case the 250NK and 250SR appear familiar, it’s because the design seen on these models is an exact match for the Keeway K300 SF and K300R. Some research on the internet lets us know that the parent company of CFMoto, Qianjiang Motorcycle Group, also has close ties to other Chinese-origin manufacturers – Keeway and QJMotor being two of those.

Dual 230

The Dual 230 is a dual-sport motorcycle featuring a 223cc, air-cooled, carburetted, single-cylinder engine. It is equipped with a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel, along with long-travel suspension and disc brakes at both ends for off-road capability. The motorcycle also boasts a fully-digital LCD instrument console and a halogen lighting setup.

CFMoto is gearing up for its second innings in India soon, which will be kicked off by the 450MT adventure bike. Coming to these new 250cc bikes, the chances of these coming to India are rather slim. In particular for the Dual 230, which is running a rather old-school carbureted engine, which will likely not be able to pass the current OBD-2B emission norms.

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