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There\u2019s a reason middleweight four-cylinder sportbikes<\/a> simply refuse to die. They hit that sweet spot where performance feels exciting without being overwhelming. Plus, the sound a four-banger makes is simply iconic, and most middleweight sportbikes are sensible enough to be ridden on the street.<\/p>\n For decades, this space was ruled by Japanese brands, with models like the Honda CBR600RR<\/a> and Kawasaki ZX-6R<\/a> proving that you don\u2019t need superbike numbers to have a great time. Riders love them because they\u2019re fast enough, smooth everywhere, and a lot less intimidating than full-on liter bikes.\u00a0But recent years have shown that Japan’s big four have been shifting their focus onto more compact machines. Particularly, bikes with twin-cylinder engines.<\/p>\n But here\u2019s where things get interesting. Chinese manufacturers like Kove<\/a> and QJ Motor<\/a> have been launching four-cylinder sportbikes left and right. And no, these aren\u2019t budget commuters pretending to be sporty. We\u2019re talking proper inline-four engines, aggressive styling, modern electronics, and price tags that usually undercut the established players. A lot of Chinese manufacturers are already in the mix, and they\u2019re forcing everyone to pay attention.<\/p>\n