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Chinese firm Voge has just revealed its new 650DSX

Never heard of Voge before? The fledgling firm is a sub-brand of Chinese automotive giant Loncin (who have partnerships with several ‘big name’ manufacturers, including BMW). We’ve actually got a road test of the factory’s first bike to be released into the UK in this very issue. It went down very well, winning plaudits for its commendable performance and excellent value for money – and now, Voge has just revealed a new model which aims to build on the successes of the 500DS: the 650DSX.

Powered by a 652cc single cylinder motor which kicks out 47bhp and 44lb-ft of torque and sits in a steel trellis frame, the A2 licence compatible DSX comes with an 18-litre fuel tank, KYB suspension, Nissin brakes (with switchable ABS) and 19-inch front and 17-inch rear spoked wheels clad with Pirelli Scorpion Rally tyres. The off-road goodies don’t end there. It gets an aluminium bash plate; engine bars; footpegs with removable rubber bungs; and there’s a decent level of technology as standard too, with a TFT dash, a tyre pressure monitoring system and a USB charging port.

While it’s priced at £6399 for the standard model, for an extra £500 you can get the Voge 650DSX kitted out with a full luggage system (which saves you close to £400 on the RRP). Voge is looked after in the UK by Lexmoto, which has built up a solid reputation for itself selling affordable motorcycles and scooters to learners, commuters and small bike fans alike, which means dealer support looks to be in plentiful supply, too.

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