Chongqing Motor Expo finally kicked off. This year's domestic brand products have seen unprecedented bursts of intensity. Not only are the releases of brand-new car models outrageous, but most of the participating brands have several heavyweight models in their hands. Not to mention the past, at this time last year, I can't even imagine the grand occasion it is today.
As an industry "old man", I have personally experienced every Chongqing exhibition for more than ten years. Tour (for example, GW went on the market in 12 years); later rushed to the field tour (to refresh the museum starting at 20,000 steps a day), and then to today's Weeping Blood Tour (not enough energy, not enough layout, enough internal scrolling).
I used to be afraid of coming to Chongqing, but I always vomited after drinking. Now I’m afraid of coming to Chongqing, I have to vomit. Behind this, what is refracted is the road of industry transformation.
From the highly homogenized market goods to the new domestic products with larger (displacement), cooler (shape) and sharper (data) that can look at the world. Chinese motorcycles are entering the age of awakening.
Of course, the "age of awakening" is just the beginning. Those active motorcycle companies are seeking the so-called "remedy and truth" for the transformation of Chinese motorcycles through different paths. Regardless of the final result, it is worthy of respect.
Of course, behind the hustle and bustle, we must also see some hidden dangers in the industry. Does the explosive emergence of so many new products conform to the law of manufacturing? Is it the result of accumulation, or another kind of impetuousness? If the homogeneity of the year was that you imitated me and imitated everyone, then will you sing my appearance today, will it become another kind of homogeneity: the lack of intensive cultivation of products, and the rapid elimination of culture and impetuous public opinion Entrapped, only large displacement and performance cars will not survive.
may be successful in different paths,I am also happy to see that Chinese Moroccan companies can "share prosperity", but the development path of calming down and following the laws of manufacturing should never be underestimated.
So, when the Haojue XCR officially appeared on the Chongqing booth, I thought I could calm down and go to Pin Yipin, a mid-displacement flagship car made in China. The birth of
DR300 is a landmark event, which proves that we can create a truly world-class mid-displacement car. Of course, it also has shortcomings. In addition to the price factor, its shape design is a little far away from the expectations of car fans. As a result, XCR appeared, and what it wanted to solve was a pain point of Haojue , that is, aesthetics.
Obviously, XCR’s design is “not a luxury”. The exterior design of this model has the participation of the European design team, so we can see its overall sense The design language is different from the previous Haojue models.
From the perspective of style positioning, XCR emphasizes the concept of crossover. It not only has the sharp sense of sports street cars, but also emphasizes the elegance and comfort of new modern street cars. There is no doubt that this is a locomotive that is more inclined to the new generation, and it also clearly locks in the market segment. This is a conceptual change that is completely different from the pursuit of comprehensive adaptability in the era of open vehicles. From this perspective, its appearance is of great significance to Haojue.
In terms of configuration,XCR uses advanced components that are almost the same as DR300, with some improvements. The unchanged ones include Pirelli "Demon 3" radial tires, Bosch tenth-generation dual-channel ABS, KYB inverted forks, OSRAM LED lamp beads, chip keys, etc.; adjustments include the new Nissin dual-cylinder calipers and negative display instruments Style etc. Obviously, it is still the most equipped in the current domestic market, there is no one. The sense of luxury from the inside out can make real users more satisfied.
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It is 27.8Nm/6500rpm; the bore and stroke are 57.3×57.8 (mm), which is the so-called 1:1 golden ratio, which can bring an active and passionate power response. This power system left a deep impression on me during the year-round testing, especially in the low-to-medium-rev range. It is not only smooth, but also quite textured, and I believe it will also continue to the XCR.
The key upgrade part, compared with DR300, XCR is equipped with a sliding clutch, which is officially claimed to reduce the operating force of the handle by 30%, especially in emergency , Which can effectively prevent the rear wheel from bouncing and bring the rider a more relaxed driving experience.
About riding settings,It is also the part where XCR and DR300 have greater changes. Relatively speaking, the DR300 is more sporty, like a sports car with the outer shell removed, while the XCR focuses on the adaptability of more usage scenarios. Although the wheelbase and seat height are the same as those of the DR300, the setting of the seating point, the pedal position, and especially the straight handlebars make the XCR riding triangle change to a certain extent; at the same time, it is matched with the short tail design. The center of gravity is moved forward (more concentrated), and the open design of the diversion openings on both sides of the fuel tank also makes the legs holding feeling different. All these changes will undoubtedly make the riding posture of the XCR more relaxed and the riding posture more handsome.
At noon, I simply did a test drive experience on XCR. The relaxed and smooth dynamic response, the decent control feedback and riding texture, can be said to exceed expectations. In particular, the changes in the riding triangle have brought a sense of pleasure that is more suitable for daily commuting and leisure travel scenarios. Due to time constraints, it is too late to edit the video, which will be released later.
Regarding the most important price, Haojue has not announced this time. However, feedback from many channels indicates that the final price of XCR will fall in a more suitable position, at least it is guaranteed that it will not float. In the final analysis, price is still a master key, and Haojue has no reason to abandon it. In short, it will be officially announced soon, let's wait and see.
written at the back
is undoubtedly the pursuit of greater performance, but this time it is more powerful The appearance of the car is still regrettable, but it has perfected the product structure in the commuter market.For example, the UHR and AFR debuting this time; at the same time, in the field of mid-displacement, there are three models with different positioning, DR, XCR, and TR, to meet different needs. It is not difficult to see that its target is Honda, and at the level of competition, it has not been taken too far.
The reason why Haojue was able to win 18 consecutive championships is that Haojue relies on meticulous craftsmanship, and only produces high-quality products. This is the DNA in the bones, and it is impossible to abandon the core philosophy of the company because of some public opinion pressure. Similarly, this kind of inheritance does not seem to be fast enough to adapt to the current market, but from another perspective, it is not the inevitable choice to consolidate internal strength.
I don’t know when, the public opinion field began to be no better than quality, no manufacturing details, no better user experience, and instead favored displacement and parameters; somehow, those who didn’t understand the small displacement, even didn’t know much If you have done a small displacement, you can also "overlook all beings", open the public upgrade and bull nose four-cylinder? If making motorcycles is really that simple, then please continue to grow bigger and stronger, go abroad, and don't let users get the hang of it.
In fact, the real competition has just begun. It may be fierce, and even shake the ground. As a bystander, we still have to be rational about the path that each company seeks for development in a way that suits itself, instead of watching the theater and not being afraid of "pointing the country". This is meaningless.
The future market will become more interesting and exciting. Who can compete in the Central Plains and have the last laugh? It's still unknown. The Chongqing Motor Expo in 2021 may be the prelude to this big show...
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