QJ Motor SRK 421 RR: This small inline-four supersport bike is here to rival the Kawasaki ZX-4RR
Chinese two-wheeler giant QJ Motor has unveiled its latest offering, the SRK 421 RR, for the European market . The motorcycle’s biggest highlight is its engine, which, despite its small displacement, features an inline-four configuration.
Engine and performance: 14,000rpm
The SRK 421 RR is powered by a 421cc inline-four, liquid-cooled engine . Its performance is comparable to that of a larger sports bike:
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Power: This engine generates a tremendous power of 78hp at 14,000rpm.
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Torque: 39Nm of torque is available at 13,000rpm .
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Transmission: It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox for smooth shifting.
Premium Hardware and Design
The bike features a hybrid ‘trellis-style’ frame made of steel and aluminum for added strength. The company has relied on the world’s leading brands for suspension and braking:
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Suspension: Fully adjustable USD forks at the front and a Marzocchi monoshock at the rear.
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Braking: It gets twin 300mm discs (front) and 240mm disc (rear) with Brembo four-piston calipers.
Modern Electronics
The bike features a 5-inch color TFT display , allowing riders to control the bike’s settings. It offers two riding modes:
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Normal: Comfortable for city driving.
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Sport: For track and high speed driving. This mode automatically adjusts throttle response, traction control, and ABS intervention sensitivity.
Competition in the market
In the European market, the QJ SRK 421 RR will compete directly with the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR . While the Kawasaki is priced at around ₹10.78 lakh (in Indian currency), QJ Motor is expected to launch its bike at a slightly more aggressive price.
