Archive · 19 Sep 2025
CFMoto 450MT India Launch Delayed Due to E20 Fuel
Imagine a cool new motorcycle called the CFMoto 450MT that's about to come to India.
This motorcycle is designed for adventure.
But, India is now selling a new type of fuel called E20.
This fuel is a little different, so the motorcycle needs some changes to work with it properly.
Because of these changes, the launch of the 450MT is going to take a little longer than expected, meaning it won't arrive during the festive season as planned.
The manufacturer has to adjust the bike's computer and other parts.
Once the adjustments are made and the bike meets the fuel standards, it will be ready to launch.
CFMoto 450MT's India launch delayed beyond the festive season.
The delay is due to required modifications for E20 fuel compatibility.
The 450MT features a 450cc parallel twin engine.
The motorcycle will compete with KTM 390 Adventure, Royal Enfield Himalayan and BMW F 450 GS.
The motorcycle will be brought in via the CKD route.
- Who
- CFMoto, a Chinese two-wheeler maker
- What
- Delayed the launch of the 450MT adventure motorcycle in India
- When
- Initially slated for launch around the festive season this year.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To modify the motorcycle to comply with India’s E20 fuel norms.
- Motorcycle
- CFMoto 450MT
- Delay Reason
- E20 fuel compliance
- Engine
- 450cc, liquid-cooled parallel twin
- Power
- 44 bhp
- Torque
- 44 Nm
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Expected Price (Ideal)
- Under Rs 4 lakh