What’s the news here?
Chinese motorcycle manufacturer QJMotor has launched its new sub-500cc supersport, the SRK 421 RR, for the European market. QJMotor is positioning the bike as an affordable alternative to the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR. Small displacement inline four engine supersports is a niche segment dominated by legacy brands and dedicated fanbases – QJMotors is entering this segment with aggressive pricing and a brochure that can compete with a segment above.
What exactly is the QJMotor SRK 421 RR?
The SRK 421 RR is a high-performance middleweight supersports motorcycle from Chinese manufacturer QJMotors. It’s a fully fared superports motorcycle powered by an inline four-cylinder engine. Backed by a sound platform and state of the art electronic suite.
What engine and performance numbers are being claimed?
QJMotors says the SRK 421 RR is powered by a 421cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine. This high revving Inline four is capable of producing 76 bhp at 14,000 rpm and 39 Nm at 13,000 rpm; these performance figures starkly resemble its intended rival Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR.
What are the key features and electronics?
The SRK 421 RR presents a modern and well-equipped feature list which includes a 7-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, two ride modes, Traction control and ABS.
What type of chassis and suspension is offered?
The SRK 421 RR features a steel-aluminium frame suspended to Marzocchi adjustable upside-down (USD) front forks and a Adjustable rear monoshock performing the suspension duty on the supersports. The braking hardware consists of a Brembo disc at both ends.
How does the SRK 421 RR look?
The SRK 421 RR exhibits a futuristic and radical supersports design architecture, featuring angular edges and modern touches such as a curved dual-pod LED headlamp layout, a central air intake between/near the lamps, a small windscreen, Sharp layered fairings, a muscular fuel tank, and a slim upswept tail section.
How much does the QJMotor SRK 421 RR cost?
QJMotor SRK 421 RR has launched in Europe at £5,299, making it a compelling proposition for riders looking to upgrade from a lower class. With this price, the SRK 421 RR manages to undercut its rival Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR by a significant margin -The Ninja retails at approximately £ 8,699.
