CFMOTO Secures Moto2’s Legendary Chassis Maker Kalex

CFMOTO has just made one of its most significant moves to date, and it’s one that signals exactly where the brand is heading.

The brand recently acquired 51% of Kalex Engineering, the most successful chassis manufacturer in Moto2 history, marking a potentially game-changing moment not just for the brand, but for the entire sportbike landscape.

Winning 12 consecutive Moto2 Constructors’ World Championships, from 2013 to 2023, the German manufacturer is by far the most dominant in Moto2 history, with 20 of the 28 riders on the grid using Kalex chassis.

CFMOTO has been building serious momentum in recent years, delivering bikes that riders have genuinely been asking for, machines with real character, performance, and attitude.

However, this move takes things to a new level. By bringing Kalex into the fold, CFMOTO gains access to elite-level chassis development, decades of championship experience, and cutting-edge data from the world stage.

Now, with Kalex involved, that handling DNA is only going to get sharper. We’re not just talking about incremental improvements either; this is the kind of partnership that can completely redefine how a manufacturer approaches chassis design across its entire range.

Kalex’s expertise lies in extracting maximum performance from a platform, fine-tuning characteristics, geometry, and feedback in ways that separate good bikes from truly great ones. That level of detail is what riders feel when they talk about confidence at lean, front-end feel, and stability under braking, and it’s something that can’t simply be engineered overnight.

For CFMOTO, this opens the door to developing motorcycles with a level of precision that rivals established European and Japanese brands. It also strengthens their position in racing, where margins are razor-thin, and chassis performance often makes the difference between running mid-pack and fighting at the front.

There’s also a bigger strategic play here. This isn’t just about Moto2, it’s about the future. What’s learned on track inevitably finds its way into road bikes, and that’s where things also get exciting. Future CFMOTO models could benefit directly from Kalex’s race-proven engineering philosophy, bringing sharper dynamics, better feedback, and more refined ride characteristics to everyday riders.

In many ways, this acquisition feels like a statement of intent. CFMOTO isn’t just looking to compete anymore; it’s looking to lead.

And if the 675SR-R is anything to go by, which was very well received with a triple cylinder engine, already excellent handling, stability, and grip, this could be just the beginning.