2009
Cectek 500EFI Quadrift - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 301212 |
|---|---|
| Category | ATV |
| Make | Cectek |
| Model | 500EFI Quadrift |
| Year | 2009 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Independent, double A-arm, continuous preload seetings, |
| Fronttyre | 195/45-R15 |
| Rearbrakes | Double disc |
| Rearsuspension | Independent, double A-arm, oil-damped, continuous preload settings, sway-bar |
| Reartyre | 215/40-R16 |
Engine & Transmission
| Clutch | Non-centrifugal clutch CVT system with engine braking function |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 500.00 ccm (30.51 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Comments | Integrated gearbox inside the engine with Park, Neuter, Hi-Lo dual range and Reverse Gears. Gear-driven crankshaft balancer and specifically-designed engine mounts reduce vibration. |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 310.0 kg (683.4 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 137 mm (5.4 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,101 mm (43.3 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,158 mm (85.0 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 1,310 mm (51.6 inches) |
| Seatheight | 776 mm (30.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Cectek
Country of Origin:
Taiwan
Founder:
Engineering team at Cectek Automotive Industrial Co.
Best Known For:
Value-driven ATVs/UTVs for utility and recreation markets
Company History
Cectek grew out of Taiwan’s robust component and plastics ecosystem, focusing on four-wheel powersports rather than mainstream street motorcycles. Its ATVs and UTVs targeted farmers, groundskeepers, and outdoor recreation, where durability, parts availability, and purchase price outweigh brand cachet. The company progressed in typical Taiwanese fashion: begin with proven engine architectures and driveline suppliers, then iterate on chassis stiffness, sealing, and ergonomics to meet export standards. As Europe tightened emissions and safety regulations, Cectek adapted with EFI, better braking systems, and improved lighting—small but meaningful steps that widened its dealer footprint. The machines found homes in rental fleets and municipal services, proving their worth in muddy fields and winter plow duty. Historically, Cectek stands as another example of Taiwan’s move from contract manufacturing to branded goods—competing not by hype but by predictable ownership costs. For riders and operators, that means straightforward service manuals, common fasteners, and a parts pipeline that actually delivers. While the brand seldom appears in glossy magazines, its steady presence in the utility segment underscores an important truth: powersports isn’t only about weekends. It’s also about work done efficiently, and about vehicles that start every morning, carry their share, and ask little in return.
