Riding in the haze – should or shouldn’t you?
It is apparent that hazy days are here again, and everyone will be up in arms complaining and ranting on social media or otherwise. But the situation being what it is, what …
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MV Agusta F4Z revealed – designed by Zagato
After teasing the public for some weeks, MV Agusta has finally revealed its F4Z superbike, a collaboration with Italian design house Zagato. MV released the pictures in a Twitter post, with a …
Kawasaki GT World Ninja showroom and service centre opens at Wilhin Motor in Balakong, Selangor
In conjunction with the ninth anniversary celebrations as an authorised Kawasaki dealer of Wilhin Motors, Kawasaki Malaysia announced the grand opening of Kawasaki GT World Ninja and a Kawasaki exclusive service centre …
2017 SYM Sport Rider 125i Malaysia launch – RM5,450
In conjunction with its annual dealers' dinner, SYM Malaysia held the world debut of the SYM Sport Rider 125i in Penang, at a price of RM5,450, excluding GST. More than just SYM's …
Ayala Corporation to make self-driving cars in Philippines with USD 100 million investment by 2019
Giant Philippines conglomerate Ayala Corporation, via its vehicle division AC Industrial Technology Holdings (ACITH), is ready to invest up to USD 100 million (RM403 million) in an effort to make the Philippines …
2017 Indian Motorcycle line-up shown at Sturgis Rally
Sturgis, South Dakota, US, is the scene for an annual motorcycle rally that is always well-attended by bikers riding American iron, notably machines emblazoned with the initials "H-D". What many may not …
2017 Harley-Davidson tourers to get Milwaukee Eight
After pictures of a new Harley-Davidson V-twin surfaced on the internet recently, dubbed the "Milwaukee Eight", H-D has given fans a first look at its 2017 range of touring rigs carrying the …
2017 Ducati Scrambler to get 1,100 cc enduro model?
Reports and pictures have emerged on the internet of an enduro-styled version of the Ducati Scrambler, a retro-styled naked sports motorcycles. The new Scrambler, spotted testing in an undisclosed location, is said …
2016 Yamaha Janus – first stop-start scoot for Yamaha
The 2016 Yamaha Janus scooter will be launched in Vietnam this month, and is the first ever Yamaha scooter to feature engine 'stop-start'. Targetted at female riders, the Janus combines Yamaha's "Blue …
Honda patents 11-speed gearbox with three clutches
The adage of less being more doesn't seem to apply to gearboxes these days, with most production cars having automatic gearboxes with between five to eight speeds. Honda seems to think that …
2016 Ducati XDiavel by Roland Sands at Sturgis Rally
The Sturgis Rally in South Dakota, US, is a yearly event that attracts thousands of motorcycle riders from across the globe. These riders usually have one thing in common, they ride American …
Super KIP crashes out in the wet at Brno Grand Prix
Starting from 28th position on the grid at the Grand Prix of the Czech Republic at the Automotodrom Brno, Khairul Idham Pawi, better known to his fans as Super KIP, stormed up …
Harley and Marvel customs – for the superhero in you
If you're a fan of Marvel comics, and motorcycles, you're in for a treat during the Comic-con in Sydney Australia, this year. Harley-Davidson (H-D) and Marvel have teamed up to produce a …
Alpinestars appoints Sinar Puncak M’sian distributor
Motorcycle and motorsports protective gear manufacturer Alpinestars has appointed Sinar Puncak as its official distributor in Malaysia, marketing its range of performance road motorcycle protective equipment. The complete range of Alpinestars road-riding …
2016 Brough Superior SS100, for the renaissance man
As a young lad, the author used to listen to his father speak of a man named T.E. Lawrence - better known as Lawrence of Arabia - who was responsible for shaping …
Hanoi to ban motorcycles from its city centre by 2025
Facing a growing problem with traffic congestion and air pollution, the city of Hanoi, Vietnam, has made the decision to ban all forms of two-wheeled transport from its city centre by 2025. …
Honda obtains first energy efficient vehicle (EEV) motorcycle certificates in Malaysia for four bikes
With emissions and fuel consumption standards being tightened up in view of current environmental conditions, Boon Siew Honda (BSH), official Malaysian distributors for Honda motorcycles, has obtained energy efficient vehicle (EEV) certificates …
Harley-Davidson fined USD 12m for emissions devices
America's largest motorcycle manufacturer, Harley-Davidson (H-D) has entered an agreement with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to pay a USD 12 million (RM48.1 million) fine …
2017 Harley-Davidson to come with all-new “107” mill
Pictures of a new Harley-Davidson mill have been circulating across the web, showing H-D's trademark air-filter housing with the markings "107" and "Milwaukee Eight" on the side. This could be the all-new …
2017 KTM RC16 MotoGP racebike debuts in Austria
After months of testing at Spielberg in Austria, Mugello in Italy and other continental circuits, the 2017 KTM RC16 Motogp racebike made its world debut during a demonstration performance at Red Bull …
