The domestic motorcycle manufacturers have devoted to the D&R of large-displacement motorcycles, which brings motorcycle fans to the era of the domestic large-displacement motorcycles. In this issue, which models with a displacement of 500CC will be introduced by CHINAMOTOR in 2022?

Benelli TRK502(X) 2022 Edition

The sales volume is always the best proof of product reliability. Benelli TRK502 has sold well since its launch, which means riders affirm the quality of Benelli’s motorcycles. In May, Benelli launched its upgraded version that is the spoke wheel version to meet riders’ needs. There are 7 detailed upgrades as follows.

• loV;
• Tire pressure monitoring and display;
• The upgraded dual USB
• The electric heating handle
• The upgraded button
• Newly aluminum alloy rear rocker arm reducing weight by 3.6kg
• New color matching and decals

At present, the off-road ADV models are rare in China. It can be said that TRK502X is at the right time and it is still very competitive among models of same level.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line water-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke

Bore × Stroke (mm):69x 66.8;

Displacement (cc): 500

Compression ratio: 11.5:1

Max. power (kw/rpm): 35/8500;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 45/ 5000;

Frame type: steel tube frame;

Front suspension: Inverted hydraulic spring type, 135mm stroke;

Rear suspension: center hydraulic spring type, 45mm stroke;

Seat Height (mm): 795;

Front brake: Dual discs / four-piston radial calipers per disc;

Rear brake: single disc/single piston caliper;

Net weight(kg): 227;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 120/70-ZR17;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear): 160/60 – ZR17;

Fuel tank capacity (L): 20

Official price in China: TRK502X off-road high-end version is 45,800 yuan (excluding three cases)

Gaokin Flame500

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The sport bike flame500 has been firstly updated. The 2022 Gaokin Flame500 is also known as the intelligent version to provide the human-computer interaction for users. There are some improvements in the appearance and configuration.

• A split-typeseat cushion is used
• Flame red and fluorescent greenare canceled
• Tire pressure monitoring function
• The interconnectionof mobile phone and vehicle
• Seat height increased to 800mm
• AUSB interface
• The rectangular TFT meter

The workmanship and texture of Gaokin models are high-quality. Judging from the current market, the new Gaokin Flame500 Smart Edition won’t increase in price.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke, water-cooled 500cc

Bore × Stroke (mm): 68 x 67;

Displacement (cc): 500;

Compression ratio: 10.7:1

Max. power (kw/rpm): 37 /8500 ;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 46/ 6750;

Frame type: tube plate braided;

Front suspension: KYB adjustable inverted shock;

Rear suspension: KYB adjustable center shock;

Seat height (mm): 800;

Front brake: 300mm dual disc unidirectional dual piston caliper;

Rear brake: 240mm single-disc unidirectional dual-piston caliper;

Net weight: 190kg;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 120/70-R17;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear): 160/60-R17;

Fuel tank capacity: 17L;

Official price in China: Flame500 GK-2 Intelligent Edition is 34,800 yuan

 Gaokin GK500 Climbing Version

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gaokin once released the GK500 crossing version last year and made changes in the style. On March 3, Gaokin released the GK500 climbing version with a wilder appearance and there isn’t an great increase in price. It was said that it inherited the Gaokin classic appearance, and 12 upgrades were carried out based on the Scrambler.

• Headlights with aluminum alloy protectors
• Stainless steel tank guard
• High fenders
• Non-slip fuel tank pads more suitable for standing riding
• Integrated widening handle
• Race number plate
• Adopt external spoke fixing method
• The front wheel is increased to 19 inches
• Strengthen the frame
• Increase the diameter of the front disc brake piston caliper
• Increase the diameter of the front disc brake piston caliper
• Increase the torque output at medium and low speeds

The exquisite and wild double-sided attributes of the GK500 climbing version are currently a well-received middleweight retro model for riders to choose.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke water-cooled 500cc ;

Bore × Stroke (mm): 68 x 67;

Displacement (cc): 525;

Compression ratio: 10.7:1;

Max. power (kw/rpm): 35 /8500 ;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 43 /6750 ;

Frame type: mesh braided steel tube frame;

Front suspension: KYB 150mm preload/compression damping, rebound damping adjustable shock absorption;

Front suspension: KYB 63mm preload adjustable rear shock;

Seat height (mm): 830mm;

Front brake: West mutual disc brake;

Net weight(kg): 190;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 110/80-R19;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear):: 150/60-R17;

Fuel tank capacity (L): 13.5L;

Official price in China: GK500 climbing version is 37,800 yuan

KOVE 525X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In view of some deficiencies of the current models. KOVE 525X, as a domestic ADV with strong playability, was created through some more humane and reasonable improvements.

• The power data has been significantly enhanced.
• A standard slip clutch
• Increase the power of the cigarette lighter
• Integrate TFT full-color interconnected instrument
• The texture of the 525X handle switch has been significantly improved

KOVE 525X will look more textured, and the power will be slightly improved, and the configuration will be much richer. This model is a good choice. After all, its advantages are still relatively prominent among domestic models of the same level.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke water-cooled 500cc;

Bore × Stroke (mm): 68 x 68;

Displacement (cc): 500;

Max. power (kw/rpm):: 39.6/9000;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 48 / 6500;

Front suspension: KYB preload/damping adjustable, travel 195mm;

Rear suspension: KYB preload/damping adjustable, stroke 200mm;

Seat Height (mm): 820;

Front brake: KYB preload/damping adjustable, travel 195mm;

Rear brake: KYB preload/damping adjustable, stroke 200mm;

Net weight(kg):: 215;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 110/80-R19;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear): 150/70-R17;

Fuel tank capacity (L): 20;

Official price in China: 525XZF500GY-A Classic Edition is 35,800 yuan.

KOVE 525F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From the mass production of the 321RR sport bike to the successful launch of the 400cc four-cylinder engine and the redesign of the 800cc vehicle, KOVE is realizing its the plan of new models in 2022 step by step. Among them, a sporty retro 525F is launched. There are changes in the engine of the new 525F. The displacement has been increased from 471cc to 494cc, and the maximum power has been increased from 35kw to 39.6kw, and the curb weight has also been reduced to 191kg due to the lightweight engine. It is still equipped with the retro climbing-style appearance, the aluminum alloy rear single rocker arm, the front 18-inch rear 17-inch steel spoke wheels and other major hardware.

Specifications

Displacement (cc): 500;

Max. power (kw/rpm): 39.6 /8500;

Net weight(kg): 191;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 110/80R18;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear): 160/60R17;

VOGE 525R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOGE has enhanced its core competitiveness and strengthened the original star model KE500. In addition, it improved the displacement while optimizing the design, and took the lead in applying it to its own street bike 525R. This dynamic street bike has been optimized and upgraded in many aspects.

• The same instrument of 500AC
• New engine
• Key for 525R in folded form
• The handle function buttons
• Aluminum alloy exhaust pipe
• Warm colors and bright colors
• Rear wheel guide chain slot
• Tilt flameout switch
• The exhaust is lengthened
• Integrated thermal management system
• Newly developed KEL525 parallel twin-cylinder eight-valve water-cooled engine

This is a relatively cost-effective domestic middleweight motorcycle. It is solid, reliable, stable in performance and easy to handle. It can definitely rank in the forefront of similar domestic models.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke water-cooled 500cc;

Bore × Stroke (mm): 68 x 68;

Displacement (cc): 500;

Compression ratio: 11.5:1;

Max. power (kw/rpm):: 39.6/8500 ;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 50.5/ 7000;

Frame type: progressive cradle type;

Front suspension: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Rear suspension: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Seat Height (mm): 785;

Front brake: NISSIN disc brake, 298mm floating disc;

Rear brake: NISSIN disc brake, 298mm floating disc;

Net weight(kg): 188;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 120/70-ZR17;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear):: 160/60 – ZR17;

Fuel tank capacity (L): 17.2;

Official price in China: VOGE 525R is 33,980 yuan.

VOGE AC525

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC525 is an upgraded version of VOGE 500AC. The new model is not only more powerful, but also has a lot of optimizations and upgrades.

• Newly designed exhaust pipe
• The suspension was adjusted
• Incorporate the second-generation T-BOX intelligent system
• Newly optimized handle switch
• More personalized color matching
• Use an upgraded version of the KEL525 engine
• New barrel muffler
• Silver and black front fork

VOGE’s workmanship has always been the top three among domestic brands, so it has exquisite details. VOGE AC525 still continues the high-standard paint and craftsmanship.

Specifications

Engine type: in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke water-cooled 500cc;

Bore × Stroke (mm): 68 x 68;

Displacement (cc): 500;

Compression ratio: 11.5:1;

Max. power (kw/rpm): 39.6 /8500;

Max. torque (N·m/rpm): 50.5 / 7000;

Frame type: truss type;

Front suspension: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Rear suspension: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Seat Height (mm): 800;

Front brake: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Rear brake: KYB inverted shock absorber;

Net weight(kg):: 188;

Wheel/Tyre(Front): 120/70-ZR17;

Wheel/Tyre(Rear): 160/60 – ZR17;

Fuel tank capacity (L): 19;

Official price in China: VOGE 500AC is 34,980 yuan

At present,it is the fierce competition in the domestic large-displacement market including in the field of 500cc motorcycles, and various manufacturers are competing with each other.  Therefore, there are many models for motorcyclists to choose from. We will continue to introduce the quasi-public upgrade model with the displacement of 800-900cc in the next issue. Stay tuned!