2017 KTM sport minicycle range launched in Vegas
During a recent event in Las Vegas, US, held during the same weekend as the Supercross series won by Red Bull KTM factory rider and back-to-back 450 Supercross Champion, Ryan Dungey, KTM …
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2017 Husqvarna motocross range unveiled – TC250 with new two-stroke engine, FC with traction control
Swedish motorcycle manufacturer Husqvarna may not be a widely known motorcycle brand name, unless you use chainsaws for a living, but within the motocross community, it is known for making some very …
Shell Helix launches first-ever engine warranty programme in Malaysia – claims up to RM15,000
Shell Helix today launched Malaysia's first-ever engine warranty programme that covers engine damage caused by lubricant failure. Allowing for claims of up to RM15,000 for Shell Helix Ultra users and RM8,000 for …
Yamaha R-1 engine hydro-dipped by Rukus Customs
In most cases, customising the look of your car or motorcycle engine usually means hitting it with a coat of high-temperature paint from a rattle can, changing the colour of the engine …
T12 Massimo – Tamburini’s last motorbike masterpiece
When Italian designer Massimo Tamburini passed on two years ago on April 6, 2014, he left behind a design legacy in the world of motorcycles that will never be surpassed. Tamburini's motorcycles …
2017 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 L7 in Malaysia by year-end
Once upon a time, the biggest, baddest superbike you could buy was the Suzuki GSX-R 1000. But, as technology marched on, the big Gixxer was eclipsed by offerings from the other Japanese …
2016 Yamaha MT-03 launched in Europe, from RM29k
Interest in smaller capacity motorcycles, notably in the quarter-litre class, has been taking off in Europe, as more drivers switch to motorcycles for daily transport, commuting and general riding about. Yamaha's 2016 …
BMW K1600R – new inline-six street bike planned?
While BMW Motorrad's much-loved 'R'-boxer twin, and the inline-four S-series engines, have seen wide acceptance in the riding community, its big inline-six has thus far been confined to heavy-touring duty, in the …
2016 Dainese Torque D1 Out Air race boots – RM1,599
The 2016 Dainese Torque D1 Out Air race boot - retailing at RM1,599 - has made its appearance in the Malaysian Dainese D-Store. Designed for use on the racetrack and for fast …
2016 Peugeot Speedfight 4 Total Sport scooter shown
Peugeot has released the 2016 Speedfight 4 Total Sport scooter to commemorate its two-decade-long partnership with French oil company Total, and the scooter's 20 years in production. Targetted at newly licensed young …
2016 Kawasaki Z125 Pro now in Malaysia – RM10,435
Kawasaki Motors Malaysia has launched the 2016 Z125 Pro in Malaysia at a price of RM10,435. This mini-moto was launched in Indonesia in February this year, and in Thailand in the previous …
2016 BMW G310R teased by BMW Motorrad Malaysia
A Facebook teaser for the 2016 BMW Motorrad G310R has popped up, posted by BMW Motorrad Malaysia. Anticipation for this first BMW Motorrad small-capacity motorcycle has been high, especially in South-East Asia, …
BMW Motorrad “Intelligent Emergency Call” system
Motorcycling is an inherently dangerous activity, and recognising that fact, BMW Motorrad has come up with an "Intelligent Emergency Call" (IEC) system for motorcycles, which aims to get help to the scene …
Praëm BMW S1000RR – racing custom from the 80s
Endurance racing is a very special category in the motorcycle racing world, where machines and riders are pushed to the limit over six-, eight-, 12- and 24 hours. While speed is important …
EXCLUSIVE: First drive on renovated Sepang track with Malaysian GP2 racing driver Nabil Jeffri
After undergoing renovations and resurfacing since February 15, the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) was re-opened to the public on a trackday last weekend. At the invitation of Nabil Jeffri, who is competing …
Malaysian drivers Nabil Jeffri and Akash Neil Nandy to race in 2016 GP2 and GP3 championships
Following the inking of an agreement between Sepang International Circuit (SIC) and Formula One Management (FOM) to have a Formula 1 race at Sepang for the next three years, SIC announced that …
MV Agusta to buy-back Mercedes-AMG’s 25% stake?
The financial saga of MV Agusta seems to have taken a new twist, with a report emerging of the beleaguered Italian motorcycle manufacturer's CEO Giovanni Castiglioni saying he is “negotiating a buy-back …
2016 Yamaha 125ZR – now in yellow colour, RM7,269
Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia has announced a new colour for the 2016 Yamaha 125ZR. The new for 2016 colour is yellow, replacing the current black. Pricing for the 2016 Yamaha 125ZR remains …
2015 Triumph Tiger XRx Low – low, certainly not slow
There are basically two types of sports-touring motorcycles today. Those that are basically street bikes with a fairing and bags on the back - like the Honda ST1300 - and those that …
Toyota Corolla, Levin plug-in hybrids in China by 2018
Two new Toyota plug-in hybrid models will be entering the China market in 2018 - the Corolla and Levin. According to Toyota's head of China operations, Hiroji Onishi, Toyota plans to take …
