CFMOTO has officially entered into a long-term strategic partnership with the braking legends over at Brembo. This new deal, which was successfully concluded this week following talks in Hangzhou, is way more than a simple supplier arrangement. Instead, the global powersports leader and the Italian braking giant are teaming up to co-develop cutting-edge braking solutions specifically for CFMOTO’s future mid-to-large displacement motorcycles.
Beyond just building parts, this promising international alliance has a truly global scope. The two groups are expanding their cooperation into technology innovation, brand development, racing, and even talent cultivation. The ultimate goal here is to deliver increasingly advanced products that offer riders higher levels of performance, control, and riding confidence.
Early Stage Engineering for Balanced Safety and Performance
What makes this tie-up particularly interesting is how early the teamwork starts. Under this new strategic cooperation, CFMOTO and Brembo are going to work side-by-side on braking system concept design and performance development from the very first stages of vehicle R&D.
By starting the system integration, calibration, and validation much earlier in the development process, they can tailor the braking systems perfectly to different platform requirements and real-world riding scenarios. This means future CFMOTO high-displacement motorcycles will get a much more balanced combination of safety and control, while also paving the way for race-derived braking technologies to make their way onto production bikes.
Taking the Partnership from the Street to the MotoGP Paddock
Both of these companies passionately believe in using elite sport as the ultimate proving ground for high-grade technology and reliable performance:
- CFMOTO has been busy winning titles and Grands Prix in the Moto2 and Moto3 categories for the last three seasons of MotoGP.
- Brembo boasts over 50 years of presence in world two and four-wheel racing championships, acting as a technological benchmark while supplying tailored solutions across the entire MotoGP grid.
On the track, their shared pursuit of podium results and technical feedback is set to make the CFMOTO motorsport program even stronger. They plan to collaborate closely on motorsport activities and unique brand experiences. On top of that, Brembo is officially becoming a strategic partner of the CFMOTO Talent Project, meaning they will be jointly supporting the development of the next generation of Chinese racing talent.
What the Bosses Have to Say
Chen Zhiyong, Vice President of CFMOTO, noted that establishing this long-term partnership will significantly strengthen their competitiveness and brand presence in global markets. He added that they look forward to using Brembo’s extensive technical expertise—gained from top-level championships like MotoGP—to deliver safer, world-class riding experiences to users around the globe.
From Brembo’s side, Andrea Paganessi, the Motorcycle GBU Chief Officer of Brembo N.V., explained that the collaboration is an important step in strengthening their own presence in the global motorcycle market. He stated that Brembo aims to be a trusted, long-term partner for CFMOTO, contributing directly to the evolution of premium motorcycle standards.
Ultimately, this agreement marks another major milestone in CFMOTO’s long-term strategy to team up with leading global tech partners, signalling a clear shift from simply expanding its global brand presence to building genuine, long-term global brand strength.
