Kove Launches 800X Adventure Motorcycle Series in Israel Starting at 55,000 Shekels
Kove introduces its radical 800X adventure motorcycle series to Israel via Delek Motors, featuring a lightweight design, a powerful 799cc engine, and aggressive pricing starting at 55,000 shekels.
Chinese manufacturer Kove is shaking up the adventure motorcycle market with its new 800X series, distributed in Israel by Delek Motors alongside HM Motors. Designed by company founder Zhang Xue before his departure, the lineup introduces a radical reduction in weight that challenges established European and Japanese brands.
At the heart of all three models is a 799cc parallel-twin engine producing 95 horsepower at 9,000 rpm and 8.1 kgm of torque. While echoing concepts from proven industry platforms, Kove redesigned the cylinder head and crank angle to 285 degrees, delivering a punchy throttle response and a raw character.
The defining achievement of the 800X series is its weight management. While competitors hover around 210 to 230 kg, Kove’s wet weights start at an astonishing 176 kg. This drastic diet was achieved through thinner engine block castings, a frame utilizing the engine as a stressed member, extensive use of aluminum, and even a single front brake disc on the hardcore version.
The Three 800X Variants
The entry point is the 800X GT, geared towards road touring. It features a lower seat height of 826 mm, a 22-liter fuel tank for extended range, ride-by-wire throttle, cruise control, a quickshifter, and heated grips and seat, weighing in around 190 kg with a price tag of 57,000 shekels.
The mid-range 800X Pro targets adventure purists with 240 mm KYB suspension travel, 275 mm ground clearance, tubeless 21-inch and 18-inch spoked wheels, and a wet weight of 185 kg, priced at 55,000 shekels.
Finally, the uncompromising 800X Rally strips away excess weight down to 176 kg, featuring Yuan 49 mm suspension with 270 mm travel, a 293 mm ground clearance, and a single front brake disc. Priced at 57,000 shekels, it delivers exceptional off-road performance, though highway cruising is limited due to its specialized setup.
