The Chinese manufacturer CFMOTO extension takes a new step in its strategy to move upmarket by partnering with the Italian equipment manufacturer Brembo from the design stage of its future medium and large displacement motorcycles.
CFMOTO and Brembo have signed an agreement marking a significant change in their relationship. : from a simple customer-supplier relationship, the two companies move on to co-developing braking systems for the Chinese brand's future medium and large displacement motorcyclesThe Italian specialist will now participate from the earliest design phases, alongside the CFMOTO teams, in the research, development, integration and validation of braking systems, interacting with the chassis, electronic aids and the overall architecture of the motorcycles.
This partnership is part of CFMOTO's strategy to move upmarket, enabling it to compete with Japanese and European brands in the mid- and large-displacement segments. By involving Brembo from the design stage, the manufacturer is not only highlighting renowned components but also a genuine collaborative design for its future models: a strong signal for international markets, particularly Europe.
For Brembo, this agreement consolidates its position in the Chinese market.Brembo, which has become one of the world's leading centers for the development of motorized two-wheelers, supports the international expansion of CFMOTO, now present in over one hundred countries. The Italian equipment manufacturer thus confirms its evolution towards comprehensive solutions: hardware, software, calibration, and engineering; rather than simply supplying components. It's worth noting that Brembo also owns the Öhlins suspension brand.
"Beyond a simple supplier relationship, the two parties will co-develop braking systems from the earliest R&D phases, and expand their collaboration in technological innovation, motorcycle sport, brand building and the development of young racing talent," the two companies explain, drawing on their shared expertise in top-level competition: Moto3, Moto2, MotoGPLet us remember that CFMOTO is the first Chinese manufacturer to have won a World title.
