Only one thing makes us hit that like button faster than Chase in a tropical setting, and that's JOE JACKSON in a tropical paradise! Awesome video Joe! 🤙✌👍
I'll wait until reviews from owners here stateside start coming out. I take these bike press releases/reviews where they fly you out to some exotic beautiful beach all expenses paid with a grain of salt.
I learned there are 2 types of people: those who will try it out themselves and the others who wait to see what everyone who tried it out first said… 😂🤷🏾♂️
As you should! I’m looking forward to get more seat time on this bike states side. If you want more details be sure to read the write up I referenced over on common tread
CFMOTO seriously needs to invest time into their tunes. I owned the 800MT and the 0%-5% throttle is like an on/off switch. It ruins what could be fantastic bikes.
Interested in the 800 but was wondering if this problem was every fixed. The reviews I've looked at are a couple years old, so CFMoto has had plenty of time to address it.
@@AlexAugustinex the issues are with first batch as there is always issues in first batches. Many reviewers suggest not to buy first two batch here in india as thay have all tha issues which company solves with second or third batch so I will recomend to wait for some time before you get your if possible if not than re will take care of those issues just your time will be wasted
I read your report on this bike on common tread, very enjoyable indeed. Especially the last paragraph which riled up a lot of readers in the comment section.😅
All good news. Im short, 30 inch inseam. The more im hearing about this bike. The more happy i am about putting andown payment on one at one of my 3 local CF Moto dealers.
700cc or more in offroad bike is BS but 450 is simply not enough. I've tested NX recently and 470cc engine is too weak even for beginner (you have to shift gears all the time). Small engines are not so fuel economic as well
It’s as lightweight as a bike that’s well known for being lightweight. That’s surely a good thing. What’s power got to do with weight. With an adventure bike light weight is about making it easy to handle in difficult situations, it’s not a track bike or sports bike where power:weight ratio might be one of the most important criteria. A light weight bike with enough power will usually be better than a lightweight bike with too much power.
it is basically a KTM. They stopped developing the 490 in Austria cause it was "too heavy" and so their production partner CF MOTO took over and finalized the project. KTM rather decided to build a 690 out of the 790 which both are produced... guess where ... at the CF MOTO factory in China!
@chaseontwowheels How does this feel compared to the Tenere 700 when it comes to the top heaviness as they are both similarly styled and have comparable weights. Im hoping this is more like a tricked out (tech, suspension,..) CRF 300 Rally with extra oomf rather than a underpowered T7 with some gadgetry.
This is the segment that's hot now. There is a definite need for a light weight ADV and one with a lower seat height. Right now, we have the KTM 390, Himalayan 450 and perhaps the CB500X. On the light side there's really only 390. So the ibex is a welcome addition.
@chaseontwowheels If I were to consider the Ibex 450, it would likely be as a beginner's bike, especially if it's my first foray into motorcycling. I've logged significant miles on a T7, and it wasn't until I experienced riding a dirt bike that my confidence truly soared on the T7. Adventure riding presents its unique mental challenges, but in terms of the tracks shown in the video, I'd pick the T7 over the 450 or even my dirt bike any day. That CP2 engine's sound, power delivery, and overall comfort are unmatched. Recently, I spent 10 hours on the T7 over two days, tackling rough roads, gravel and easy dirt tracks, and navigating tight single-lane roads from Sacramento to Fresno in California. The T7 truly is a versatile machine-you can ride it like a cruiser, sports bike, supermoto, or dirt bike. It's an absolute powerhouse!
For shorter riders who want to ride on and off paved surfaces and carry a small camping load this looks ideal. Will be interesting to see how actual owners feel about this bike. "Reviewers" tend to overlook some of the smaller livability quirks that can make or break a bike. The Ibex 800 looked nice, but felt top heavy and somewhat awkward ergos. It also felt a bit cheap honestly. I hope this bike is a bit better, from the limited video and spec sheet it sure seems like a great all arounder.
after spec review yeah this could be the next small ADV/dualsport bike to beat for the price, currently for same price KLR kinda takes the cake for it but if this beats it in reliability then yeah this will be new standard
That bottom end would be easily fixed by a tune, had the same feeling with my 23’ Papio. A simple tune made ALL of the difference. Also, in my experience with the Papio the levers are easily fixed with an adjustable aftermarket set.
And I thought CF Moto had my heart with the Papios.... This looks like such a fun bike to upgrade to. Also, I have quadlock gear for my personal phone, my work phone, my ruckus, the CT70, my bicycle, AND even the stroller my 9 month old rides in.....now if only they would return my emails lol😅
I just bought the iPhone 14 Pro case, ball mount, anti vibration adapter, poncho, and ring stand. This is all because I started to ride again. My ram mount was not cutting it on my 401 Vitpilen.
Your joking right? This is an excellent bike on the road and doesn’t need to be changed for that. Buy a dedicated road bike if your not interested in ADV bikes.
@@gabrielkopp2036 Looks like someone is going to have to go back to school, because if you don't understand such a basic concept as torque, we're in bad shape.
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Only one thing makes us hit that like button faster than Chase in a tropical setting, and that's JOE JACKSON in a tropical paradise! Awesome video Joe! 🤙✌👍
Aw shucks 😘
Need a comparison of this vs the Himilayan 450!
Differences are evident without any "comparison"
Why compare apples and pears?
I'll wait until reviews from owners here stateside start coming out. I take these bike press releases/reviews where they fly you out to some exotic beautiful beach all expenses paid with a grain of salt.
Got to start somewhere. Salt tastes good
Pretty much every brand does this but yeah, always smart to wait a bit on a new release.
I learned there are 2 types of people: those who will try it out themselves and the others who wait to see what everyone who tried it out first said… 😂🤷🏾♂️
As you should! I’m looking forward to get more seat time on this bike states side. If you want more details be sure to read the write up I referenced over on common tread
Well considering that getting a test ride here in the eastern US, is impossible, I’ll have to take whatever I can get?
nice review and great locations, thanks!. so the elephant in the room... this or the himalayan 450?
Looking forward to this one, 800 looked a bit big for a shortie like me
CFMOTO seriously needs to invest time into their tunes. I owned the 800MT and the 0%-5% throttle is like an on/off switch. It ruins what could be fantastic bikes.
Same happens on Nk300 and 400, hoping they fix it some day...
Interested in the 800 but was wondering if this problem was every fixed. The reviews I've looked at are a couple years old, so CFMoto has had plenty of time to address it.
This thing has the same fueling issues
$6500 for this....The single-cylinder Himalayan 450, that's being sold for almost the same price might be in trouble...
Himmy is robust and reliable.
Compare after a year. You will see.
The himmy is way better off-road as well as told by many people who reviewed both.
@@hdslytro387 I hope it is, I'll get mine by late July. Users are reporting some flaws but I hope batch by batch it gets resolved.
@@AlexAugustinex the issues are with first batch as there is always issues in first batches. Many reviewers suggest not to buy first two batch here in india as thay have all tha issues which company solves with second or third batch so I will recomend to wait for some time before you get your if possible if not than re will take care of those issues just your time will be wasted
I read your report on this bike on common tread, very enjoyable indeed. Especially the last paragraph which riled up a lot of readers in the comment section.😅
Thank you! Really enjoyed writing it
Where can I read this or what did he say?
Hahahaha I’m with you on that last paragraph 😁
All good news. Im short, 30 inch inseam. The more im hearing about this bike. The more happy i am about putting andown payment on one at one of my 3 local CF Moto dealers.
CF 450 vs Kobe 450?
Battle of the Chinese lightweight adv bikes!
700cc or more in offroad bike is BS but 450 is simply not enough.
I've tested NX recently and 470cc engine is too weak even for beginner (you have to shift gears all the time).
Small engines are not so fuel economic as well
This is the bike that has my interest the most. Wanting to get this next year if it’s as good as I’m hoping it is.
you compared it to the tenere but for the price should be the hymalian 450...what would you prefer and why??
Energetic and positive review of this beauty. Hopefully spare parts and mechanical service is up to the quality of this CF Moto
Lightweight? Does it not weight the same as the KTM 790 Adv which has double power (although double price as well)?
It’s as lightweight as a bike that’s well known for being lightweight. That’s surely a good thing. What’s power got to do with weight. With an adventure bike light weight is about making it easy to handle in difficult situations, it’s not a track bike or sports bike where power:weight ratio might be one of the most important criteria. A light weight bike with enough power will usually be better than a lightweight bike with too much power.
oh so that was youuu HAHAHA i shouldve took a picture, dang.
btw, watching from the Philippines 🇵🇭 , subscriber since dual vlogging with yummiR6❤🩹
Wow you're in Philippines. I've been always watching you guys. Welcome to my homeland.
so freaking jealous!! I want it all! the bike, the location, the quad lock job. sign me up!
what going on here?
CHINESE BIKE
DON'T RECOMMEND AND
DON'T BUY
Wow welcome to the Philippines. Been watching your videos since I was in college
感謝您購買我們的自行車。我們使用最好、最便宜的材料來打造基礎。祝您自行車之旅一路順風
I hope you enjoyed your stay here in the Philippines! ❤
The 490 Adventure R that KTM should’ve built👍great looking bike
it is basically a KTM. They stopped developing the 490 in Austria cause it was "too heavy" and so their production partner CF MOTO took over and finalized the project. KTM rather decided to build a 690 out of the 790 which both are produced... guess where ... at the CF MOTO factory in China!
There is a rally flat seat 34.3 inches
@chaseontwowheels How does this feel compared to the Tenere 700 when it comes to the top heaviness as they are both similarly styled and have comparable weights. Im hoping this is more like a tricked out (tech, suspension,..) CRF 300 Rally with extra oomf rather than a underpowered T7 with some gadgetry.
Awesome video Joe!
This is the segment that's hot now. There is a definite need for a light weight ADV and one with a lower seat height. Right now, we have the KTM 390, Himalayan 450 and perhaps the CB500X. On the light side there's really only 390. So the ibex is a welcome addition.
@chaseontwowheels If I were to consider the Ibex 450, it would likely be as a beginner's bike, especially if it's my first foray into motorcycling. I've logged significant miles on a T7, and it wasn't until I experienced riding a dirt bike that my confidence truly soared on the T7. Adventure riding presents its unique mental challenges, but in terms of the tracks shown in the video, I'd pick the T7 over the 450 or even my dirt bike any day. That CP2 engine's sound, power delivery, and overall comfort are unmatched. Recently, I spent 10 hours on the T7 over two days, tackling rough roads, gravel and easy dirt tracks, and navigating tight single-lane roads from Sacramento to Fresno in California. The T7 truly is a versatile machine-you can ride it like a cruiser, sports bike, supermoto, or dirt bike. It's an absolute powerhouse!
Welcome to Palawan!
Sounds epic. Ive a 2023 KTM 890R and have ordered one of these CFMOTO 450MT also. DR650 or the CFMOTO 450MT for the same price? No contest.
For shorter riders who want to ride on and off paved surfaces and carry a small camping load this looks ideal. Will be interesting to see how actual owners feel about this bike. "Reviewers" tend to overlook some of the smaller livability quirks that can make or break a bike. The Ibex 800 looked nice, but felt top heavy and somewhat awkward ergos. It also felt a bit cheap honestly. I hope this bike is a bit better, from the limited video and spec sheet it sure seems like a great all arounder.
after spec review yeah this could be the next small ADV/dualsport bike to beat for the price, currently for same price KLR kinda takes the cake for it but if this beats it in reliability then yeah this will be new standard
That bottom end would be easily fixed by a tune, had the same feeling with my 23’ Papio. A simple tune made ALL of the difference. Also, in my experience with the Papio the levers are easily fixed with an adjustable aftermarket set.
Looks like CFMOTO are huge Yamaha Tenere Fans .
Why does nobody talk about the service intervall from this bike. Apparently it is 5000km...
Really? 😅
Should the color just be named Quad Lock blue?? 🤔 😄
Hell yeah!
He's using plastic bottle for side stand enlarger 😂
And I thought CF Moto had my heart with the Papios.... This looks like such a fun bike to upgrade to.
Also, I have quadlock gear for my personal phone, my work phone, my ruckus, the CT70, my bicycle, AND even the stroller my 9 month old rides in.....now if only they would return my emails lol😅
I would love to see them come out with a dualsport / supermoto
Man, this bike just looks fun!!!
I don't think we can get one in NA.
cool vid, good points.
Awesome video, this guy is great!
Hi chase! How's the performance on road? Is it OK or nah?
Fantastic. 450cc engine is real deamon - super bike performance
I have 2 local CF dealers, i payed the bike in full allready. Waiting for it to be released in Belgium and it's mine!!!!
I just bought the iPhone 14 Pro case, ball mount, anti vibration adapter, poncho, and ring stand. This is all because I started to ride again. My ram mount was not cutting it on my 401 Vitpilen.
Is the Ibex 450 the same as the 450MT?
Yes. Ibex is a model name used in North America, 450MT everywhere else.
Loved this video!
When is this available in the US?
Now
@@podunkman2709 Yet it is listed nowhere on the CFMoto USA website.
Looks like a Taureg, but with a engine yhats undersized for its frame.
When is the road version coming😢
Your joking right? This is an excellent bike on the road and doesn’t need to be changed for that. Buy a dedicated road bike if your not interested in ADV bikes.
Just put road tires on it,.
What do you mean? This isn't a dirt bike.
there is. It´s called CF MOTO 450 SK (naked) & 450 SR (sport)
"Lightweight Adventure " ?
There is nothing light weight about 425 lbs
You must ride the bike to feel how really light this is. This is nothing compared to the old cf nk400
It's relative to where that weight is situated if it's high up top, then it'll definitely feel heavy.
@@metalsadmandoesn't matter how it holds the weight.. man handling off road and having to pick it up it would get old fast
@@gabrielkopp2036if the weight is situated low, that makes the bike a lot easier to pick up.
@@gabrielkopp2036 Looks like someone is going to have to go back to school, because if you don't understand such a basic concept as torque, we're in bad shape.
Chinese bot commenters all love this bike.
And nonsensical xenophobes all hate it.
@@2WheelsGood.01 I’m an American who has only owned Japanese bikes. Total xenophobe. 🙄
@@2WheelsGood.01 I think you meant sinophobes
@@richmonksgtr Not saying you are.
@@ShinzouWoSateSateSate Yup! Thanks!