Motorcycle specifications CFMOTO 550 MT 2027 A Short Trip Far Away

CFMOTO is slowly but surelyexpanding its presence in the trail bike sector. Its 450 MT is the brand’s flagship model, enjoying great success in our market. The brand believes it can fill the gap between the 4.5 and the 700. That’s the reason behind the 550 MT, a machine with a more pronounced road-oriented profile.

You can tell right away from its size and spacious lines. Its front end is clearly inspired by the higher-tier MT models (700 / 800 / 1000) and leaves behind the youthful look of the 450. Its shoulders and fuel tank have a commanding presence, distinctly pronounced for a bike of this displacement. It’s impressive, serious, and signals a clear desire to hit the open road.

Complementing, Not Replacing

While it’s easy to assume this MT is simply an upgraded 450, the reality is quite different. Its tire setup is more touring-oriented, featuring dual-purpose tires and appropriately sized rims (19 inches in the front and 17 in the rear).
Its large, adjustable windshield and side panels equipped with deflectors offer greater protection, while the fuel tank capacity is impressive: 23 liters of fuel!
Since engines of this displacement are generally fuel-efficient, the range should exceed 450 km.

This engine—is it…? New, yes. A twin-cylinder engine—a first for the manufacturer—with a displacement of 526 cm³ and delivering 30% more power than the 450’s. With 54 chevaux and 5.4 mkg of torque, this trail bike opens up broader horizons—without aiming for the Grand Tourisme segment, either. Above all, it will offer greater riding comfort, allowing you to maintain a comfortable highway cruising speed with ease—while hopefully retaining the playful and lively character of its little brother.
With this power, it exceeds the 35 kW maximum allowed for new riders. But don’t panic—an A2 version is planned.

The 550 MT packs more punch and doesn’t hold back on the features either. Want to make a list? Better yet, let’s start from the beginning:

• Adjustable high windscreen
• Hand guards
• Adjustable seat, 800 mm or 820 mm
• Center stand
• Luggage rack
• Engine skid plate
• Up&Down shifter
• 8-inch color TFT display compatible with Apple CarPlay
• Bluetooth
• Keyless entry system
• Three driving modes
• Cruise control
• Cornering ABS
• Traction Control
• Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
• RDS Rear Radar Detection
• And a brand-new electronic clutch, about which little is known at this time.

For its chassis, it features fully adjustable Kayaba suspension, dual front brake discs with J.Juan radial calipers, a swingarm apparently borrowed from the 450, and a steel-tube frame to keep everything in place.

Time to Hit the Road

With its style and travel-oriented design, the 550 MT is more like a smaller 700 MT than a larger 450 MT. In an extremely crowded market, it runs the risk of falling between two stools. Unless, of course, it’s eventually meant to replace its little sister.

It’s accompanied by an MT-X version, much more off-road oriented, with rims and tires built for adventure, less equipment and weight, generous ground clearance and suspension travel, a less bulky fuel tank, and the authentic look of a trail bike.

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