2022 MotoGP: Aleix wins Argentina GP for Aprilia
A hard fought battle and emphatic victory for Aprilia Racing's Aleix Espargaro in the Argentinian Grand Prix, the first victory for both the Spaniard and the Italian team. Making his 200th MotoGP …
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Modenas official take-over of Kawasaki for Malaysia
After the six-month transition period which ended March 31, 2022, Edaran Modenas (EMOS) has taken over the mantle of official distributor for Kawasaki motorcycles in Malaysia. Kawasaki Motors (KMC) has a 30% …
Yamaha E01 e-scooter on display in IIMS Indonesia
In conjunction with the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2022 in Jakarta, Yamaha has put the Yamaha E01 EV Concept electric scooter (e-scooter) on display. First shown in an online launch in …
2022 Honda Trail 125 for US – with ABS, RM16,813
Continuing its range of retro SuperCub offerings, the 2022 Honda Trail 125 is now in the US market, priced at USD 3,999 (RM16,813). Based on the SuperCub 125 - RM13,999 in Malaysia …
Gachaco starts EV battery swapping service in Japan
To address consumer concerns about electric vehicle (EV) usage concerns in Japan, a collaboration between the four Japanese motorcycle makers, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki, and petroleum and energy company Eneos will …
2022 Yamaha X-Max 300 SP for Thailand, with Ohlins
Priced at 209,000 Thai baht (RM26,281) in Thailand is the 2022 Yamaha X-Max 300 SP Edition, joining the X-Max 300, which retails for 179,000 baht (RM22,509). For comparison, in Malaysia, the 2022 …
2022 Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 401 get graphics updates, Svartpilen 250 replaced by 125
Only graphics updates for the 2022 Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 401 for next year, while the 250 cc version gone from the lineup, replaced with the Svartpilen 125. In Malaysia, the 2021 …
2022 ARRC: Zaqhwan Zaidi tops first round in Thailand
Mohd Helmi Azman, Boon Siew Honda Racing Team With things returning to a semblance of normalcy after pandemic lockdowns, the 2022 Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) kicked off with the first round …
2022 WSBK: Yamaha tops pre-season test in Catalunya
Defending World Superbike (WSBK) champion Toprak Razgatlioglu and the Yamaha YZF-R1 set the fastest lap time during pre-season testing. With the full field of 24 riders contesting the 2022 WSBK championship in …
Barq leads EV mobility in Middle East with Rena Max
A mobility solution for businesses in the Middle East and North Africa, the Barq Rena Max is an electric powered electric scooter targeted at the last-mile delivery market. Based in Dubai, United …
2022 WSBK : Hafizh Syahrin first test on MIE Racing Honda Team CBR1000RR-R for WSBK in Catalunya
After hanging up his MotoGP leathers, Malaysian racer Hafizh Syahrin made the move to the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) in 2022. Joining MIE Racing Honda Team, Hafizh has taken his first ride …
2022 WMoto ES250i scooter in Malaysia – priced at RM13,888, two-channel ABS, smart key, TPMS
Now in Malaysia and priced at RM13,888 is the 2022 WMoto ES250i scooter, joining the WMoto ES125 which retails at RM4,488 and the WMoto Xtreme 150i at RM9,588. Pricing does not include …
TuneBoss puts the new Yamaha 135 LC Fi on the dyno
During the media test ride of the 2022 Yamaha 135LC Fi at Sepang circuit recently, one question of interest was exactly how fast does it go. Perfectly understandable question as maximum speed …
2022 Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia offers fans more
With the 2022 Grand Prix of Malaysia, with new title sponsor Petronas, scheduled for October this year, preparations are underway to welcome the return of international sporting events to Sepang International Circuit …
Yamaha trials bike electric power steering system
As part of its Transforming Mobility initiative Yamaha Motor Co Japan has developed a motorcycle electric power steering system (EPS). This rider aid, currently in prototype testing stage, is aimed at improving …
Malaysia-Singapore Causeway to reopen April 1
Travel across the Malaysia-Singapore Causeway will resume April 1. In a press statement, both Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Ismail Sabri and Singapore Prime Minster Lee Hsien Loong said fully vaccinated travellers can …
Sepang Circuit renews Malaysian MotoGP contract until 2024, Petronas replaces Shell as title sponsor
Set to run at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from 2022 to 2024 is the FIM MotoGP World Championship, with a contract formalised between Dorna Sports and SIC. Replacing previous title sponsor Shell …
2022 Honda Hawk 11 cafe racer debuts at Osaka show
After the teaser, covers have been thrown off the 2022 Honda Hawk 11, the Japanese motorcycle maker's take on the quintessential cafe racer. While most were expecting the Hawk 11 to perhaps …
2022 Royal Enfield Scram 411 launched, priced from RM11,212, Europe and Asia-Pacific debut mid-year
Expanding its range of motorcycles is Royal Enfield of India with the 2022 Royal Enfield Scram 411 with pricing in India starting at RM11,212. Touted as an ADV Crossover, the Scram 411 …
2022 MotoGP: Mandalika madness sees Oliviera on top
Returning to Indonesia after an absence of over two decades, the 2022 MotoGP round in Mandalika, Indonesia, was full of drama, fire and rain. At the end of the rain-shortened MotoGP, Miguel …
