Is CFMoto Building a Seatbelt on its Soon-To-Be 750SR-R Sportbike?

CFMoto revealed images of a new sportbike at the end of last year in the form of a 750SR-R model, and after further inspection, the new bike looks like it could be the first to arrive with a fitted seatbelt.

The inline-four powered motorcycle, which will slot in between the 650SR-R and the Chinese company’s new 1000cc V4 motorcycle, ties in nicely with a patent filed by CFMoto last year and after seeing the latest pictures, there’s reason to believe this could be more than just a strap used for passengers to hold on to.

The patent that highlights the design concept from CFMoto, clearly shows a belt that looks like it has the potential to be a seatbelt, and it can be seen here.

The new 750SR-R shown in the approval images features what looks like a fabric belt that would be intended to work by preventing a front impact, the same as you would find in every car.

If this is to be believed, the potential for an easy release system in scenarios where it would be safer to be thrown off the motorcycle would likely be implemented. If the belt is not in use it looks as though it can be stored under the rider’s seat.

While it's a fascinating idea and one that you could make an argument for when it comes to improving safety, there’s also reasons why not being strapped to your bike in the eventuality of a big crash makes plenty of sense too.

Further scepticism in our minds is based on the fact that the belt does not appear to be very long, so strapping a rider in looks like it could be a challenge. Would a sportbike be the most practical motorcycle to test a seatbelt out on, either? Probably not. You can make your mind up but I think we’ll reserve judgement just for now.

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