2018 Yamaha X-Max 400 Euro release – 395 cc, 32 hp
While we wait to get our hands on the Yamaha NVX scooter for review, Yamaha has released the 2018 Yamaha X-Max 400 maxi-scooter in Europe, which, like the 2017 Suzuki Burgmann 400 …
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391 summons issued on bikers during “Ops Tutup”
Several roads in the Kuala Lumpur city centre were closed by police during "Ops Tutup" to crack down on motorcyclists flouting the law. During the operation, which began at 9.30 p.m. on …
2017 Suzuki Burgman 400 ABS in Malaysia – RM47,700
The 2017 Suzuki Burgmann ABS maxi-scooter is now in Malaysia at a price of RM47,700, including GST, but excluding road tax insurance and registration. Coming with ABS and and the Suzuki Advanced …
2017 Honda Rebel shown at Art of Speed – RM31,798
In conjunction with the 2017 Art of Speed custom show at MAEPS, Serdang, Boon Siew Honda launched the 2017 Honda Rebel at a price of RM31,798, which includes GST but excludes road …
2018 Indian Motorcycle range released – new colours
The 2018 model year line-up for Indian Motorcycles has been revealed, and there are three new models in the coming year - the Scout Bobber, Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse. For …
2040 petrol and diesel vehicle ban to raise bike sales?
Following the reporting of a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles from 2040 in the UK, as well as in France, the Motorcycle Industry Association in England has …
Norton Motorcycles UK sells engine design to China
To meet the current requirement for Euro 4 compliant motorcycle engines in many markets, ZhongShen Motorcycles of China has entered into a 20-year Design and License agreement with Norton Motorcycles UK. The …
BMW Motorrad R-series boxer gets VVT and more hp?
In a quest for more power and better emissions control, it has been reported that BMW Motorrad is developing variable valve timing (VVT) for its iconic R-series boxer twin engines. German publication …
First look: Kenstomoto Ju – facing the war elephant
Back in the 1980s, Metzeler tyres ran an advertisement with the tagline, "Fact: over 90% of Kawasaki owners prefer riding elephants." This was, of course, in reference to the Metzeler corporate mascot, …
2017 Honda CBR650F and CB650F updated with new colour, spec – RM47,115 and RM44,995 respectively
Updated with a mid-model facelift and new specifications are the 2017 Honda CBR650F full-fairing sports bike and CB650F naked sports, at RM47,115 and RM44,995, respectively. Both bikes also get new colours for …
2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber on display – RM74,900
On display at the Moto Guzzi showroom in The Gasket Alley, Petaling Jaya is the 2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, which retails for RM74,900, including GST, but excluding road tax, registration and …
Mercedes-AMG sells MV Agusta for undisclosed sum
In a sudden announcement to its shareholders, MV Agusta, the financially troubled Italian motorcycle manufacturer, said Mercedes-AMG has divested itself of its 25% stake. The German car maker's quarter share of the …
2017 Suzuka race sees Honda field Malaysian-led team
A Malaysian-led team, Satu Hati.Honda Team Asia, will be competing in the 40th Coca-Cola Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Race (Suzuka 8 Hours) which runs from July 28 to 30 in Japan. The …
Aprilia 1,000 cc V-four powered Griiip G1 single-seater takes maiden win in Formula X Italian race series
Using a lightweight motorcycle engine in a four-wheel racing chassis is a good way to keep costs down and produce lots of horsepower, and the Griiip G1 single-seater does just that with …
2017 Benelli Patagonian Eagle 250 cruiser on display
During the launch of the 2017 SM Sport 110R in Penang recently, a 250 cc cruiser was seen on display, the 2017 Benelli Patagonian Eagle. While outwardly resembling a Keeway Dorado 250, …
2017 SM Sport 110R launched – 109 cc, RM4,015
A new brand has entered the Malaysian kapchai scene, the 2017 SM Sport 110R, which comes with a recommended retail price of RM4,015.28, including GST, but excluding road tax, registration and insurance. …
1957 to 2017 – sixty years of the Harley Sportster
While Malaysia will be celebrating 60 years of Merdeka on August 31st, an illustrious name from the motorcycle world will also be celebrating its 60th anniversary, the Harley-Davidson Sportster. The very first …
2017 Treeletrik T-90 e-bike launched – from RM10,494
At a main distributor signing ceremony with the National Malaysian Co-operative (ANGKASA) in Kuala Lumpur, Treeletrik, maker of the first made in Malaysia e-bike, launched the 2017 Treeletrik T-90 e-bike. The Treeletrik …
Mercedes issues voluntary recall for 3 million diesels
As a preventive measure, and to avoid a similar fate as to what has befallen fellow German car maker Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz has issued a voluntary recall for more than three million diesel-engined …
2017 Yamaha MT-09 Tracer released – RM52,000
As a variant of the Yamaha MT-09, the 2017 Yamaha MT-09 Tracer has been launched by official distributor Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia, at a price of RM52,000, including GST. Based on the …
