Benda is a Chinese motorcycle maker. It has a new sportbike called the LFR 700. It has a 700cc four-cylinder engine that looks like the Honda CB650R’s engine. Benda also has two other bikes with the same engine: the LFC 700 and the LFS 700.
The LFR 700 has a full fairing, a modern design, and good features. It has Brembo brakes, KYB suspension, a TFT screen, and LED lights. It has a steel and aluminum frame and a jet fighter-like tail. It weighs 198 kg and has a seat height of 800 mm.
The engine of the LFR 700 makes 94 horsepower and 44 pound-feet of torque. It is bigger than the Honda CB650R’s engine by 27 cc. It also revs higher, up to 11,000 rpm.
The Benda LFR 700 is Benda’s first sportbike. It wants to compete with Japanese and European brands. It may attract some riders who want something different and cheap. But it may also have some problems with quality, reliability, and reputation. But let’s see how the market reacts for this new machine.
The price of the LFR 700 is not known yet, but it should be lower than its rivals. The LFC 700 and the LFS 700 cost around $13,000 and $4,600 in Europe and China. The LFR 700 could be a good option for sportbike fans who are curious about Benda.
Benda LFR 700 Specs
Specification | Value |
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Engine | 676 cc liquid-cooled inline-four |
Power | 94 hp @ 11,000 rpm |
Torque | 44 lb-ft @ 8,500 rpm |
Transmission | 6-speed with slipper clutch |
Frame | Steel and aluminum hybrid |
Suspension | KYB inverted fork and monoshock |
Brakes | Brembo Stylema calipers with dual discs (front), single disc (rear) |
ABS | Bosch |
Tires | 120/70-17 (front), 190/55-17 (rear) |
Wheelbase | 1,450 mm |
Seat height | 800 mm |
Weight | 198 kg |
Source: dongchedi