CFMoto to Supply WorldWCR Motorcycles Starting in 2027
CFMoto will replace Yamaha as the exclusive motorcycle supplier for the racing series starting in 2027.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Motocycles
Beginning in 2027, CFMoto will serve as the exclusive motorcycle supplier for the FIM Women's Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR). The three-year agreement will feature the CFMoto 675SR-R as the standard racing platform for all competitors.
Why it matters
The change seeks to increase the series' overall performance level, with the new platform expected to provide 15 hp more than the current Yamaha machinery.
The road-going CFMoto 675SR-R features a 675 cc engine producing 95 PS at 11,000 rpm and 70 Nm of torque at 8,250 rpm. In Malaysia, the consumer model is priced at RM37,888.
The players
CFMoto
CFMoto is a Chinese manufacturer that will become the first such brand to supply an FIM world championship one-make series.
Yamaha
Yamaha is a Japanese motorcycle manufacturer whose R7 model served as the outgoing racing platform for the series.
Michelin
Michelin is a global tyre manufacturer that will assume the role of exclusive tyre supplier for the WorldWCR starting in 2027.
The details
The championship maintains equal technical conditions by providing identical motorcycles to all riders, ensuring the focus remains on competitor skill. Michelin will also join the series as the exclusive tyre supplier for the 2027 season alongside the arrival of the new bike.
Timeline
2024: WorldWCR was established.
2027: CFMoto becomes the exclusive motorcycle supplier.
2027: Michelin becomes the exclusive tyre supplier.
2027-2029: The duration of the new racing supply agreement.
Roadmap
CFMoto's entry into the FIM championship represents a significant milestone as the first Chinese manufacturer to lead a one-make world series. This move positions the brand aggressively against established Japanese rivals like Yamaha in the global performance motorcycle market.
Drivers interested in the brand can purchase the road-going 675SR-R model, currently priced at RM37,888 in Malaysia. Enthusiasts should note that the racing performance will differ from this consumer-grade version due to track-specific tuning.
The takeaway
The introduction of the 675SR-R indicates a shift toward higher performance thresholds for standardized racing classes. Riders and fans should watch for how the additional 15 hp impacts lap times during the 2027 season.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Paul Tan's Automotive News.
