CFMoto 800NK
2026 CFMoto 800NK: naked bike with a KTM-derived 799 cc twin, 95 hp, 186 kg, from €6,999, A2-ready. Full specs and press reviews.
At a glance
The CFMoto 800NK is a naked bike powered by a KTM-derived 799 cc twin making 95 hp, weighing 186 kg in running order, and available restricted for the A2 licence. Priced at €7,999 as the Advanced TC and €6,999 as the Sport, which costs less than the Honda CB750 Hornet, Yamaha MT-07 and KTM 790 Duke, it offers cornering ABS, cruise control, adjustable KYB suspension and a 5-year warranty. Reviewers (80/100, on the 2023-2024 version) praise its engine, agility and equipment, but criticise an abrupt Sport mode, snatchy fuelling, a fork that is soft under braking and a basic pillion seat.
World press review
Meta-score
10 sources
Press ratings
Engine that is hard to fault, playful chassis, effective J.Juan brakes, cruise control; Sport mode too sharp and Street too soft, fork overwhelmed on broken surfaces, no traction control or steering damper.
More-than-complete equipment, characterful engine, balanced chassis, well-sized brakes; jerky at constant throttle, Sport mode too abrupt, no traction control, conservative ABS.
Vocal, punchy twin from 4,000 rpm, well-damped fork, good finish; rather abrupt Sport mode, shock harsh over sharp edges, neither cornering ABS nor traction control, basic pillion seat and no luggage rack.
Very easy to ride, dynamically balanced, strong and smooth engine, excellent Advanced with quickshifter and steering damper; no traction control, ABS intrusive when riding hard, especially at the rear, fork that dives.
Track test: stable, precise chassis, excellent front brakes and ABS, convincing Maxxis tyres, equipment and price; quickshifter too slow on upshifts, weak rear brake, difficult hot starts, ground clearance limited by the footpegs.
Styling unmatched at this level, appealing engine and chassis, comfortable suspension, remarkable quickshifter; no traction control, fuelling needs an update, fork soft under braking, narrow and firm pillion seat.
Group test against the Kawasaki Z900, BMW F 900 R and Husqvarna Vitpilen 801, verdict for subscribers only: the introduction rates the 800NK Advanced as particularly aggressive in terms of price, features and equipment.
Press synthesis
What the world’s press says
The 80/100 meta-score is calculated from three 4/5 scores: MCN’s for the 2023 800NK Sport, MCN’s for the 2024 800NK Advanced and Bennetts BikeSocial’s for the Advanced. All three reviews cover the 2023-2024 version, without cornering ABS or traction control; the only review found of the 2025 version is Bike Review’s (Australia), on track and without a score. Motorcycle.com, 1000PS, Motorrad, Moto.it and Le Repaire des Motards tested it without an overall score, and Moto Magazine pitted it against the Kawasaki Z900, BMW F 900 R and Husqvarna Vitpilen 801 in a subscriber-only group test.
What reviewers like: unusual equipment for the price, “more than complete” for 1000PS and “remarkable” for MCN, a full-bodied, punchy engine (Motorcycle.com, Motorrad, BikeSocial), an agile, precise chassis (BikeSocial, MCN, Bike Review), effective brakes (Motorcycle.com, 1000PS, Bike Review), a careful finish (MCN, Motorrad, Moto.it) and very successful styling according to Le Repaire des Motards. Moto.it calls it “mature”, Bike Review “just good”.
What they criticise: no traction control and ABS that is not lean-sensitive on the 2023-2024 version (MCN, Motorrad, 1000PS, Moto.it), conservative or intrusive ABS (1000PS, Moto.it), an overly abrupt Sport mode and snatchy fuelling (1000PS, Motorrad, BikeSocial, Motorcycle.com), a fork that is soft under braking (Moto.it, Le Repaire des Motards), a firm seat and basic pillion accommodation (MCN, Motorrad, Le Repaire des Motards) and, for BikeSocial, Maxxis tyres that lack feedback. On the 2025 version, Bike Review finds the quickshifter too slow for track use and the rear brake weak.
Key quotes
"Forget where it’s built. At £6,999, the 800NK Sport is a lot of bike for the money, and holds its own in such a crowded sector."
"Considering its price tag the level of spec is remarkable and while its a shame they haven’t pinched KTM’s angle-responsive TC and ABS data and hardware, that’s a fairly small omission on an otherwise hard to fault product."
"The handling is responsive. There's genuine KTM-style agility here."
"What you get with the 800NK is a fun bike with an engine that’s hard to fault, wrapped in a chassis that’s comfortable for an all-day ride, especially if much of your day is spent on fun roads."
"A real knockout is arriving from China! The 800 NK shines with more-than-complete equipment: this bike has features you would not normally get in this class."
"What neither version has, for lack of an IMU, is cornering ABS and traction control."
"The 800 NK is a mature motorcycle, very well made and free of the uncertainties we have seen in the past on some less refined Asian bikes."
"After a few sessions I walked away with the distinct feeling that the 800NK isn’t just “good for a CFMOTO.” It’s just good. Full stop."
"In the midsize naked bike market, the 800 NK could well be the segment's New Killer."
Pros
- €6,999 for a 95 hp naked bike
- Comprehensive equipment: cornering ABS, cruise control, connected T-BOX; CarPlay screen and quickshifter on the Advanced TC
- Full-bodied, punchy KTM-derived twin
- Agile chassis, adjustable KYB suspension
- 5-year warranty in France
- Available restricted for the A2 licence
Cons
- Abrupt Sport mode and snatchy fuelling at constant throttle
- Traction control only certain on the Advanced TC
- Fork soft under braking, shock harsh over sharp bumps
- Firm seat and basic pillion accommodation
- 2025 rider aids not yet assessed by the European press
- Original Maxxis tyres lacking feedback according to BikeSocial
Our review
Which 800NK in France?
Unveiled in Hangzhou in February 2023 and launched in France in July 2023, the 800NK is CFMoto’s most powerful naked bike. Since 2025 it has been Euro 5+ homologated and comes with standard cornering ABS. CFMoto France does not give it a model year: this page covers the bike in the 2026 range. Two versions are offered:
- 800NK Sport at €6,999 (recommended retail price), with a 5-inch TFT screen, T-BOX connectivity unit, mechanical key, cruise control and three riding modes.
- 800NK Advanced TC at €7,999, which adds an 8-inch MMI touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay, a two-way quickshifter, a keyless system, a steering damper, switchable traction and wheelie control, and a one-year subscription to the CFMOTO RIDE app. It weighs 189 kg instead of 186.
Both versions come in Nebula Black, with turquoise wheels, and Aerolite Grey. CFMoto France is also selling off stock of the 800NK Advanced 2024 at €7,899, in Nebula White: this run-out model has the Advanced’s equipment, but ABS that is not lean-sensitive and no traction control. For comparison, the Advanced costs €7,999 in Germany, and the 800NK £5,999 (plus on-the-road charges) in the UK; Motorcycle.com quoted $8,499 in the United States in 2024.
How good is the engine?
The 799 cc parallel twin (88 x 65.7 mm), with a 285° crank and two balancer shafts, is derived from KTM’s LC8c, the engine of the 790 Duke. In Europe it makes 95 hp (70 kW) at 9,250 rpm and 79 Nm at 8,000 rpm according to the French owner’s manual and the German importer. The French model page states 9,000 rpm, and 81 Nm at 7,000 rpm: 81 Nm is in fact the figure for the non-EU version, rated at 74 kW (100.6 hp). The A2 version is restricted to 35 kW (47.5 hp); conversion to full power is done at a dealer, without changing bikes. The ride-by-wire throttle offers three modes (Street, Rain and Sport), and the six-speed gearbox has an assist and slipper clutch. CFMoto claims 220 km/h.
On a 2024 US-market bike, Motorcycle.com measured about 88 hp at the rear wheel at 8,700 rpm. Reviewers praise a full-bodied, punchy engine, but 1000PS, Motorrad and Motorcycle.com find Sport mode too abrupt, and several tests note snatchy fuelling at constant throttle.
How does it ride?
The chrome-moly tubular steel frame carries a fully adjustable 43 mm KYB upside-down fork and a preload- and rebound-adjustable KYB monoshock, with 130 mm of travel at both ends. The wheelbase is 1,465 mm and ground clearance 185 mm (150 mm on the British and global spec sheets). The J.Juan brakes combine twin 320 mm discs with radial four-piston calipers and a 260 mm rear disc. The original tyres are Maxxis Supermaxx ST in 120/70 and 180/55 R17. CFMoto does not publish a rake angle.
MCN, BikeSocial and Motorcycle.com praise a lively, playful chassis, with “KTM-style agility” according to BikeSocial. Moto.it and Le Repaire des Motards, however, find the fork soft under braking, and Motorrad finds the shock harsh over sharp edges.
What electronics?
MSC cornering ABS, standard on both versions since 2025, adapts brake pressure to the lean angle. Traction control is only certain on the Advanced TC: the FAQ on the Sport’s page also lists it, but the spec sheet on the same page does not, so it is worth checking with a dealer. Both versions have cruise control, available above 40 km/h from 4th gear, full LED lighting with automatic switching and a T-BOX unit linked by Bluetooth to the CFMOTO RIDE app, with over-the-air updates.
Who is it for?
Available restricted for the A2 licence, the 800NK is aimed at riders looking for a well-equipped middleweight naked bike for under €7,000. The German importer quotes 5.0 L/100 km, giving a range of about 300 km from the 15-litre tank; the 4 L/100 km on the French page does not match the declared 120 g/km of CO2. The French warranty is 5 years.
From one generation to the next
The 2023-2024 800NK (Euro 5) had ABS that was not lean-sensitive and no traction control; the European press reviews all cover that version. The 2025 model moves to Euro 5+ with the same power, torque and weight figures, and adds cornering ABS and, on the Advanced TC, traction and wheelie control. Below the 800NK, CFMoto’s naked range includes the three-cylinder 675NK.
Recalls
No recall affects the 800NK in France (RappelConso) or the United States (NHTSA).
Specifications
| Displacement | 799 cc |
|---|---|
| Power | 95 hp (70 kW) @ 9,250 rpm (CFMoto France owner's manual and German importer; the French model page states 9,000 rpm); 47.5 hp (35 kW) in A2 form |
| Torque | 79 Nm @ 8,000 rpm (CFMoto France owner's manual and German importer; the French page states 81 Nm at 7,000 rpm, 81 Nm being the non-EU figure) |
| Weight | 186 kg kerb, in running order (800NK Sport); 189 kg (800NK Advanced TC) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 1.96 |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L |
| Fuel consumption | 5.0 L/100 km — 120 g/km CO2 (German importer, cycle not stated) |
| Maintenance interval | Oil and filter: 15,000 km / 12 months (first at 1,000 km) — Valves: 30,000 km (CFMoto France owner's manual for the 2023 version) |
| Engine type | 285° parallel twin, 4-stroke, DOHC, two balancer shafts, liquid-cooled |
| Cooling | liquide |
| Transmission | 6-speed, chain drive, assist and slipper clutch |
| License | AA2 Restrictable |
| MSRP | €6,999 |
Engine detail
| Bore x stroke | 88 x 65,7 mm |
|---|---|
| Compression ratio | 12,8:1 |
| Fuel system | Bosch electronic fuel injection, ride-by-wire |
| Valve train | DOHC |
| Max power RPM | 9250 units.rpm |
| Max torque RPM | 8000 units.rpm |
| Starter | Electric |
| Euro standard | Euro 5+ |
Chassis & running gear
| Frame type | Chrome-moly tubular steel frame, aluminium swingarm |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 1465 mm |
| Ground clearance | 185 mm |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm KYB upside-down fork (preload, compression, rebound), 130 mm travel |
| Rear suspension | KYB monoshock, preload and rebound adjustable, 130 mm travel |
| Front brake | Twin 320 mm discs, J.Juan four-piston radial calipers |
| Rear brake | Single 260 mm disc, J.Juan caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 R17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55 R17 |
| ABS system | Standard MSC cornering ABS (Sport and Advanced TC) |
Performance
| Top speed | 220 km/h |
|---|
Electronics & rider aids
| Riding modes | Street, Rain, Sport |
|---|---|
| Quickshifter | Two-way, standard on the Advanced TC, not available on the Sport |
| Cruise control | Yes (Standard, available above 40 km/h from 4th gear) |
| Dashboard | 5-inch colour TFT (Sport); 8-inch MMI touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay (Advanced TC) |
| Connectivity | T-BOX unit linked by Bluetooth to the CFMOTO RIDE app (trip tracking, over-the-air updates); 1-year subscription included on the Advanced TC |
| Other features | MSC cornering ABS, Switchable traction and wheelie control (Advanced TC), CF-SC assist and slipper clutch, Ride-by-wire, Keyless ignition and steering damper (Advanced TC), Full LED lighting with automatic switching, self-cancelling indicators, USB-A and USB-C sockets |
Ergonomics & rider fit
| Riding position | Naked bike: upright, wide handlebars |
|---|---|
| Passenger comfort | Basic (according to reviewers) |
| Wind protection | Minimal (naked) |
| Payload | 180 kg |
| Max total weight | 366 kg |
The seat is 800 mm high according to CFMoto France and the owner’s manual (825 mm on the German importer’s spec sheet), with an optional 820 mm high seat. MCN finds the seat hard and BikeSocial finds the seat and suspension firm in town, whereas Le Repaire des Motards finds the suspension comfortable and Motorcycle.com judges the chassis comfortable enough for a full day’s riding. The pillion seat is basic for MCN, Motorrad and Le Repaire des Motards, and Motorrad regrets the lack of a luggage rack. The bike is 2,146 mm long, 818 mm wide and 1,137 mm high; the German importer quotes a 180 kg payload and a 366 kg gross vehicle weight.
Ownership & maintenance
~~300 km (calculated from CFMoto's figure: 15 L tank / 5.0 L/100 km)
km
Estimated range
| Oil change | every 15,000 km or every 12 months |
|---|---|
| Valve check | every 30,000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 30,000 km |
| Chain | Lubrication every 600 km, adjustment every 1,000 km; chain and sprocket wear checked every 10,000 km or 12 months (2023 manual) |
Warranty
5 years / 60,000 km over 5 years; parts and labour in years 1 and 2, engine, gearbox and frame only in years 3 to 5 (servicing within the CFMoto France network required)
The only owner’s manual that can be downloaded from CFMoto France is the one for the 2023 version, with the same engine; the manual for the current versions is only available after registering. It calls for an oil and filter change at 1,000 km, then every 15,000 km or 12 months (SAE 10W-50 JASO MA2 oil), a valve clearance check and spark plug replacement every 30,000 km, and air filter replacement every 15,000 km or 12 months. Coolant is checked every 15,000 km or 12 months, with no replacement interval stated; brake fluid is changed every 24 months. The chain must be lubricated every 600 km and adjusted every 1,000 km. The manual halves the intervals under severe use, and CFMoto France confirms services at 1,000, 15,000, 30,000 and 45,000 km or yearly for its 800 range. CFMoto does not publish a service cost. CFMoto France’s warranty is 5 years up to 60,000 km: parts and labour for the first two years, then engine, gearbox and frame only from year 3 to year 5, with servicing within the dealer network required.
Direct competitors
Compare →| Model | MSRP | Power | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFMoto 800NK | €6,999 | 95 hp (70 kW) @ 9,250 rpm (CFMoto France owner's manual and German importer; the French model page states 9,000 rpm); 47.5 hp (35 kW) in A2 form | 186 kg kerb, in running order (800NK Sport); 189 kg (800NK Advanced TC) |
| Honda CB750 Hornet2026 | €7,990 | 91.8 hp | 192 kg (kerb) |
| KTM 790 Duke2027 | €8,599 | 95 hp | 167 kg (without fuel) |
| Triumph Trident 6602026 | €8,295 | 95 hp | 195 kg (wet) |
| Yamaha MT-072025 | €7,999 | 73.4 hp | 183 kg (wet) |
| CFMoto 675NK2026 | €5,999 | 89 hp (after derestriction) | 189 kg (kerb) |
Generations
- 800NK (Euro 5)2023 – 2024
799 cc · 95 hp · 79 Nm · 186 kg (road-ready)
New naked bike derived from the NK-C22 concept: KTM-derived 799 cc twin with a 285° crank, chrome-moly steel frame, adjustable KYB suspension, J.Juan radial brakes, ride-by-wire with 3 modes and cruise control; ABS not lean-sensitive, no traction control.
- 800NK Sport / Advanced TC (Euro 5+)2025 – today
799 cc · 95 hp · 79 Nm · 186 kg (road-ready)
Euro 5+ homologation with unchanged power and weight, standard MSC cornering ABS, traction control and wheelie control on the Advanced TC, new Nebula Black and Aerolite Grey colours.
| Generation | Displacement | Power | Torque | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 800NK (Euro 5)2023 – 2024 New naked bike derived from the NK-C22 concept: KTM-derived 799 cc twin with a 285° crank, chrome-moly steel frame, adjustable KYB suspension, J.Juan radial brakes, ride-by-wire with 3 modes and cruise control; ABS not lean-sensitive, no traction control. | 799 cc | 95 hp | 79 Nm | 186 kg road-ready |
| 800NK Sport / Advanced TC (Euro 5+)2025 – today Euro 5+ homologation with unchanged power and weight, standard MSC cornering ABS, traction control and wheelie control on the Advanced TC, new Nebula Black and Aerolite Grey colours. | 799 cc | 95 hp | 79 Nm | 186 kg road-ready |
Manufacturer figures (otherwise specialist press). Weighing conditions differ between generations: compare weights with care.
Available colors
Manufacturer recalls
No known recalls for this model.