New Model BEST 10 in 2025: Which new models have attracted the most attention? Foreign Makers' Edition

Following the last issue on domestic cars, we will continue this project by introducing, in ranking order, the models that have attracted the most attention on Webike Plus and received the most page views in our articles. This time, we will introduce the top 10 models released or announced in 2025, as part of the foreign car makers section. ( *Data from January 1 to December 25, 2025)

(*Some of the images are generated using AI.

Which new models from foreign automakers caught the attention of Webike Plus readers in 2025?

In 2025, many of the motorcycles from overseas manufacturers that caught the attention of Webike Plus readers were from Chinese manufacturers such as QJ MOTOR, BENDA, and CFMOTO. Although still not very familiar to Japan, Chinese manufacturers, which have been gaining more and more strength in recent years, have released attractive models. Some may be concerned about quality, but considering the fact that Honda's Super Cub was once produced in China, their concerns may be dispelled a little. Many of these models are set to be introduced to Japan and may become a driving force in the motorcycle industry in the future.

No. 10 : KTM 125 SMC R & 390 SMC R

No. 10 was KTM's 125 SMC R & 390 SMC R. The 390 SMC R is a rival to Suzuki's DR-Z 4SM, and the 125 SMC R is in a displacement range that has few rivals in the current model lineup, so both should be of interest to motard fans. The 390 SMC R is powered by a liquid-cooled, DOHC, single-cylinder 399cc engine producing 45 PS, while the 125 SMC R is powered by a liquid-cooled, SOHC, single-cylinder 124cc engine producing 15 PS. The 390 SMC R has already been introduced in Japan and is priced at 850,900 yen.

No. 9 : QJ MOTOR SRV250A

No. 9 was "[New Car] Can be ridden with an AT license! SRV250A" for 698,000 yen. The article, "QJMOTOR's SRV250A, an automatic 250 cruiser from QJMOTOR has landed," garnered 30,000 PV. Based on the SRV250, a bobber-style cruiser model, the SRV250A combines an automatic transmission. The rear brake is operated by a lever on the left side, and there are no pedals attached to the feet. The 249cc liquid-cooled SOHC V-twin engine produces a maximum output of 27.9 BHP (20.5 KW) at 9000 rpm and maximum torque of 23 Nm at 8000 rpm, and is priced at 698,000 yen, making it a rival to Honda's Rebel 250 E-Clutch.

No. 8 : BENDA Napoleon Bob 250

No. 8 was BENDA's "Napoleon Bob 250," which received 33,000 PVs for its article "[New Car] 250 water-cooled cruiser 'Napoleon Bob 250' bobber with unique suspension makes a big impact at 935,000 yen, It is a stylish and unique bobber-style cruiser model. The 249cc liquid-cooled, DOHC 4-valve, V-twin cylinder engine produces a maximum output of 26 PS at 9000 rpm and a maximum torque of 25 Nm at 5000 rpm, and is also equipped with traction control. The unique suspension will also attract attention, with a unique combination of upright telescopic front fork and aluminum arms, and twin shocks via a linkage at the rear. At 935,000 yen, the price is quite aggressive for the 250cc class, but will it be able to break into the Japanese market?

No. 7 : QJ MOTOR SRV600V

No.7 was "[Tokyo MC Show] New V4 engine cruiser lands in Japan! Will the SRV600V be a mini VMAX-like sports machine? Motorcycle Show 2025" was QJMOTOR's "SRV600V," which garnered 37,300 PV. The most notable feature of this vehicle is that it is equipped with a V4 engine, which is currently only manufactured by Ducati. The V4 engine is a liquid-cooled DOHC engine with a displacement of 561 cc (bore x stroke 61.0 x 48.0 mm) and maximum output of 68 PS at 10,500 rpm and maximum torque of 54 Nm at 8,000 rpm, which are sufficient in terms of specifications. The bodywork includes Marzocchi inverted forks, double discs with radial-mount calipers, and a round 3.6-inch full-color TFT LCD monitor. This combination of sporty cruiser style reminiscent of Honda's V45 Magna and Yamaha's VMAX, plus a V4 engine, seems to have made it one that many riders will be interested in.

No. 6 : Triumph Thruxton 400

No. 6 was "[Breaking News] Triumph Thruxton 400 Announced! The Triumph Thruxton 400, a pure cafe racer equipped with a rocket cowl, was recently announced for sale in Japan, garnering 48,800 PV. The Thruxton 400, which wears a stylish cafe racer style, is equipped with a liquid-cooled, DOHC, single-cylinder 398cc engine that produces 42 PS of maximum output and 37.5 Nm of maximum torque. Equipped with inverted forks, aluminum swingarm, and radial-mount front brake calipers, it is a full-fledged sports model. Priced at a reasonable 849,900 yen, this model probably attracted the attention of a wide range of people, from beginners to seasoned veterans.

No. 5 : QJ MOTOR SRV250 & SRV125

No.5 was "[New Car] A Rival to the Rebel? 250 & 125 full-fledged cruisers also landed! QJ Motor's "SRV250 & SRV125," which garnered 45,400 PV, is QJ Motor's "SRV250 & SRV125," a bobber-style cruiser model equipped with a liquid-cooled V-twin engine. The SRV250 is a bobber-style cruiser model equipped with a liquid-cooled V-twin engine, and is Honda Rebel's rival in terms of power, with maximum output of 27.8 PS at 9000 rpm and maximum torque of 23 Nm at 8000 rpm. Its sibling, the SRV125, is a 125cc cruiser model that does not have a lineup in Japan and may attract attention in the domestic market, where the popularity of the 125cc class is increasing. Both models are set to be introduced in Japan, with the SRV250 priced at 648,000 yen and the SRV125 at 508,000 yen.

No. 4 : Triumph TF 450-E & TF 250-E

No. 4 is "[New Car] 116.7kg and 58.6PS! The "TF 450-E" and "TF 250-E," Triumph's "serious enduro machines that can also be ridden on public roads," debuted at No. 4 with 50,500 PV. The TF 450-E and TF 250-E are full-fledged enduro models with aluminum frames and liquid-cooled single-cylinder engines, and the race specs are announced as maximum output of 58.6 PS and vehicle weight of 116.7 kg for the TF 450-E, and 42.3 PS and 114.2 kg for the TF 250-E. The TF 450-E and TF 250-E will be introduced in Japan at 1,296,000 yen and 1,156,000 yen, respectively. Specifications for the public road versions have not yet been announced, but it is natural that they will attract attention since it has been a long time since a full-fledged enduro model has appeared on the market.

No. 3 : QJ MOTOR SRK400RS

No.3 : "Tokyo MC Show Flash Report: SRK400RS, 400cc engine with 77.6PS! It is a head-to-head competition with the ZX-4R! Motorcycle Show 2025" was QJ MOTOR's "SRK400RS," which garnered 51,400 PV. The short-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder 399cc engine delivers maximum output of 77.6 PS at 14,000 rpm and maximum torque of 39 Nm at 13,200 rpm. The design is a full-fledged supersport type, with inverted front forks and radial-type front brake calipers. Weighing only 176 kg, the ZX-4R is an extremely lightweight machine, and in terms of specifications, it is a threat to the Kawasaki ZX-4R.

No.2 : BENDA P51 Hybrid Concept

No. 2 was "A 250cc horizontally opposed two-cylinder hybrid with 1000cc class torque? BENDA 's P51 Hybrid Concept" received 68,400 PV. First of all, the 250cc horizontally opposed engine is eye-catching, but it is also a hybrid, with maximum output of 62ps and maximum torque of 100Nm, which is superlative for the 250cc class. If this specs are really released, the era of downsizing may be coming to motorcycles as well as to automobiles.

No. 1 : CF LITE 200 Dual

No. 1 was taken by "[Breaking News] The Second Coming of the Cerro 225! CFLITE is a newly launched brand for entry-level riders by CFMOTO. The 200 Dual released by CFLITE is powered by an air-cooled SOHC single-cylinder 229cc engine that produces 14.2 PS, weighs 155 kg, and has a low seat height of 840 mm. The most notable feature of the bike is its price, which is expected to be around 400,000 yen. If this price is realized, it is expected to be very popular as an entry-level or second bike.

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