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• 2025 Honda RS150R colour update for Malaysia, pricing remains unchanged at RM8,379

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 22 November 2024 5:56 pm / 1 comment

  

  Getting a colour update for the Malaysia market is the 2025 Honda RS150R, with pricing unchanged from 2023 at RM8,379. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration and there are three new colour options – Matte Blue, Silver and White Trico.

  Every RS150R comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. Otherwise, all other specifications are unchanged, with power coming from a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder mill displacing 149.16 cc and fed by Honda’s PGM-Fi.

  With the engine mated to a six-speed transmission and chain final drive, the RS-X gets 15.82 hp at 9,000 rpm with 13.6 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm.

  

  

  Braking for the RS150R is done with single hydraulic discs front and rear, with the front disc measuring 296 mm and the rear 190 mm. . Wheel sizing is 17-inches, wearing 90/80 front and 120/70 rear tyres.

  The RS150R carries fuel in a 4.5-liter tank while a digital meter with gear position indictor is found in the cockpit. LED lighting is used for the twin head and single tail lights while weight is listed at 119 kg and seat height is set at 786 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 Honda Transalp XL750 – facelift, new LED lights

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 22 November 2024 4:11 pm / 0 comment

  

  After its international debut in 2022, the 2025 Honda Transalp XL750 has been facelifted for the coming model year. In Malaysia, the 2024 Honda Transalp retails at RM56,800 excluding road tax, insurance and registration.

  Main items that are new for the Transalp XL750 in 2025 are the headlights and windscreen. The new headlights are more compact in design with a style that mimics the headlights on the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin (RM119,388 in Malaysia.)

  Alongside the new headlight, the upper fairing is redesigned to accommodate a central air intake to allow better air flow for the rider. The new windscreen is made from Honda’s environmentally friendly Durobio material and improves the wind deflection around the rider and according to Honda, improves the aerodynamics of the Transalp.

  

  

  

  

  The TFT-LCD instrument panel is the same size as previous at 5 inches but is an all-new unit that is easily readable in daylight and does not reflect glare, with three display modes. Using optical bonding, the gap between the cover glass and TFT screen is sealed with resin, improving visual performance.

  Complementing the new instrument panel is redesigned toggle backlit switches on the left handlebar pod, now simplified and easier to use on-the-go. Smartphone connectivity comes courtesy of Honda’s RoadSync app, compatible with both Android and iPhone.

  The Transalp XL750 comes with five riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain and Gravel – while a fifth mode is user customisable. The electronic riding suite also includes four engine power modes, three levels of engine braking and five mode traction control including an off-road mode while ABS is switchable for off-road use.

  

  Suspension for the Transalp XL750 uses Showa 43mm SFF-CA (Separate Function Fork-Cartridge) upside-down forks and preload-adjustable rear monoshock. The Transalp gets 200 mm of suspension travel in front and 190 mm in the rear, with 210 mm of ground clearance.

  Catering to off-road sensibilities, the Transalp XL750 comes with a 21-inch wheel in front and an 18-inch hoop in the rear. Tyre sizing is 90/90 and 150/70, front and rear, respectively, while braking is done with two-piston callipers clamping dual 310mm ‘wave’ disc while the rear gets a single-piston calliper and 265 mm disc.

  

  Other specifications remain unchanged with the liquid-cooled parallel-twin SOHC mill displacing 755 cc and producing 90.5 hp at 9,500 rpm with 75 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. Power gets to the ground through an assist and slipper clutch equipped six-speed gearbox with chain final drive.

  16.9-litres of fuel is carried in the tank while seat height is set at 850 mm – there is a 820 mm low seat option – and weight is listed as 208 kg. New colour options for the 2025 Honda Transalp XL750 are Graphite Black and Pearl Deep Mud Gray.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 BMW Motorrad F 900 R and F 900 XR get Euro 5+ parallel-twin, technical and cosmetic upgrades

  In Bikes, BMW Motorrad, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 22 November 2024 11:25 am / 0 comment

  

  Getting both technical and cosmetic upgrades for next year are the 2025 BMW Motorrad F 900 R naked sports and F 900 XR sports-tourer. In Malaysia, the F 900 R has a recommended retail price of RM67,500 while the F 900 XR is priced at RM72,500.

  Starting with the engine room, the F 900 now has a Euro %+ compliant parallel-twin engine displacing 895 cc, producing 105 hp. at 8,500 rpm with 92 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) is now standard, as is engine drag torque control, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) with the “Dynamic” riding mode retuned to give a more engaging riding experience.

  Weight has been reduced with the F 900 R and XR getting 1.8 kg lighter wheels as well as a 0.8 kg lighter battery. This brings overall wet weight for the F 900 R to 211 kg while the F 900 XR tips the scales at 219 kg.

  

  

  

  

  Specific to the F 900 XR is Headlight Pro as standard equipment, including daytime running light and adaptive headlight for even greater safety when riding at night. The F 900 XR also gets a USB-C charging port located inside the cockpit along with heated handlebar grips.

  Riding comfort for the F 900 XR is improved with optimised aerodynamics for the front fairing. The redesigned wind deflector reduces wind pressure on the rider, reducing helmet vibration while hand protectors are now standard for all variants.

  For the F 900 R, the riding position has been designed, changing the relationship of the ergonomic triangle between the handlebars, seat and footrests. This gives the F 900 R a sporty riding position, placing the rider closer to the front wheel.

  

  

  Biggest change comes in the suspension department with 43 mm diameter upside-down forks fitted to the F 900 R and F 900 XR. Fully-adjustable for preload, compression and rebound, the F 900 R gets 135 mm of suspension travel in front while the F 900 XR gets 170 mm.

  Colours options for the F 900 R in 2025 are Snapper Rocks Blue metallic for the basic model variant, the Triple Black version in Blackstorm metallic and the Sport model in Lightwhite with Racingblue metallic. Meanwhile, the F 900 XR basic variant is available in Racing Red, the Triple Black version in Blackstorm metallic and the version Sport in Lightwhite with Racingblue metallic.

  GALLERY: 2025 BMW Motorrad F 900 R

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2025 BMW Motorrad F 900 XR

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 debuts, new electronics

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Triumph / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 20 November 2024 5:29 pm / 0 comment

  

  Coming in January 2025 is the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660, joining its bigger sibling the Triumph Tiger Sport 800. In Malaysia, the Tiger Sport will join the Triumph Trident 660 naked sports at RM46,900 and the Triumph Daytona 660 sportsbike, priced at RM49,900.

  New for the Tiger Sport 660 is smartphone connectivity allowing for navigation and an updated electronic suite with cruise. Also new is an up-and-down quickshifter making gear changing smoother and easier.

  For the riding modes, the standard Road and Rain modes are joined by the new Sport mode with sharper throttle response. Standard equipment is Optimised Cornering ABS and switchable traction control.

  

  

  

  

  Other specifications are carried over from previous, with an inline three-cylinder engine producing 81 PS at 10,250 rpm with 64 Nm of torque at 6,250 rpm. Power goes to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox equipped with slip and assist clutch.

  Designed an all-rounder motorcycle with commuting in mind the Tiger Sport 660 comes with a manually-adjustable windshield while the tank holds 17.2-litres of fuel. Showa supplies the suspension with a 41 mm diameter upside-down fork in front and preload-adjustable monoshock holding up the rear end.

  

  

  The Tiger Sport 660 rolls on 17-inch wheels, shod with 120/70 front and 180/55 tyres, making it convenient to find suitable rubber to suit any purpose. Nissin supplies twin two-piston sliding callipers acting on 310 mm diameter discs at the front with a single-piston calliper and 255 mm discs at the back.

  Inside the cockpit a multifunction TFT-LCD screen displays all the necessary information while LED lighting is used throughout. Weight for the Tiger Sport 660 is listed at 207 kg while seat height is set at 835 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Yamaha issues international recall for MT-07 clutch

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 20 November 2024 11:27 am / 2 comments

  

  2023 Yamaha MT-07

  An international safety recall has been issued for the 2023/2024 Yamaha MT-07 and Yamaha Tenere 700 for a clutch issue. The recall also affects the Yamaha XSR700 and Yamaha Tracer 7 models which are not sold officially in the Malaysia market.

  The recall is to address a clutch drag issue where the clutch does not disengage completely . As stated in the official Yamaha recall notice, there is a risk the vehicle may start moving from a standstill with the gear engaged despite the clutch lever being pulled, which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

  

  2023 Yamaha Tenere 700

  The issue arose from the properties of an anti-corrosive agent that a new Yamaha clutch disc manufacturer applied to the clutch metal discs since December 2022. If the anti-corrosive agent mixes with material from the clutch friction plates, a viscous substance forms under heat during riding.

  This causes the clutch and friction plates to stick together, causing failure of the clutch to disengage properly. paultan.org has contacted Malaysian distributor Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) and will update this article if information is received.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 MotoGP: The Martinator crowned king of MotoGP

  In Bikes, International Bike News, MotoGP / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 18 November 2024 12:45 pm / 1 comment

  

  Marc Marquez (#93) leads Jorge “The Martinator” Martin (#89)

  In an emphatic victory, Jorge Martín Almoguera, better known as “The Martinator”, won the 2024 MotoGP World Championship crown in Barcelona, Spain. Martin took third place in the Motul Solidarity Grand Prix of Barcelona, standing for the traditional season ending race in Valencia that was cancelled due to flooding in the reason.

  Heading in with a solid 19 point lead after the 2024 Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia, Martin, riding for privateer team Prima Pramac Racing fought off the challenge from Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia of Ducati Lenovo Team who took his 11th win of the season. This makes Martin the first independent team rider to win the premier class title in the MotoGP era.

  Coming in second in the race was Marc Márquez of Gresini Racing MotoGP, his last in the Ducati privateer team before moving upward to the Ducati Lenovo factory team in 2025, replacing Martin. With his championship win, Martin will take the #1 racing plate to the factory Aprilia MotoGP team next year.

  

  From left to right: Marc Márquez, Francesco Bagnaia, Jorge Martin

  This year’s MotoGP season saw a hard fought battle between Martin and Bagnaia, with many expecting the championship to be decided in Malaysia, as it usually is. However, the penultimate round saw Bagnaia fighting back hard, taking the win in Sepang and pushing the title race down to the final finish line.

  Moreover, Marquez, in his first season with Ducati Corse after many years racing for Honda Racing Corporation on the RC213-V, was eager to stamp his authority in the Borgo Panigale stable, throwing in several podium places and spoiling the championship fight. Moving forward, the 2025 MotoGP calendar kick off with the first race with the Thai Grand Prix in Buriram on Feb 28 while Malaysia’s place in the calendar takes place October 26.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 Moto Morini Calibro 700 in Malaysia, RM35,888

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Moto Morini / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 18 November 2024 9:12 am / 0 comment

  

  Now in Malaysia is the 2024 Moto Morini Calibro 700, priced at RM35,888. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration and every Moto Morini comes with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty against manufacturing defects.

  With cruiser styling, the Calibro 700 comes with a laid back and relaxed riding position, along with a half fairing mounted on the headlight. Coming as standard is a pair of a saddlebags, each with a carrying capacity of 20-litres.

  

  

  A feature of the Calibro 700 is adjustable foot pegs which can be set to one of two positions, either feet forward or towards the middle of the bike. Inside the half fairing are two small pockets for miscellaneous items as well as a USB charging socket mounted at the side.

  Motive power for the Calibro 700 comes from a parallel-twin engine with liquid-cooling and DOHC, displacing 693 cc. Power is rated at 74 hp at 8,400 rpm with 68 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, delivered through a six-speed gearbox and belt final drive.

  

  Rolling on an 18-inch front and 16-inch rear wheel, the Calibro 700 gets 41 mm diameter telescopic forks in front and twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers in the rear. Braking is done with J Juan callipers on single brake discs, a two-piston unit on the front wheel and a single-piston calliper at the back with two-channel Bosch 10.0 mb ABS as standard equipment.

  Other specifications on the Calibro 700 include a 15-litre fuel tank, a combination analogue and digital instrument cluster and LED lighting throughout. Seat height on the Calibro 700 is set at 720 mm with overall listed at 228 kg.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Pos Malaysia receives 1,000 Modenas MEV-1 Pro electric scooters for postal delivery fleet

  In Bikes, Electric motorcycles, Local Bike News, Modenas / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 November 2024 2:04 pm / 2 comments

  

  A total of 1,092 Modenas MEV-1 Pro electric scooters (e-scooter) was handed over to Pos Malaysia for postal delivery services. In a ceremony held at the Modenas plant in Gurun, Kedah, this hand over is the second of a total supply of 5,000 MEV-1 Pro e-scooters to replace Pos Malaysia’s aging fleet of two-wheel delivery vehicles.

  In-line with Pos Malaysia’s goal of full electrification of its first-and last-mile delivery fleet by 2030 and a total Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, the e-scooters join the mail delivery service’s current fleet of of electric vehicles, including 220 electric motorcycles and 143 electric vans.

  

  Modenas Chief Executive Officer Roslan Roskan (left) and Fiona Liao, Pos Malaysia Group Chief Marketing, Communications, and Sustainability Officer

  The MEV-1 Pro e-scooter was developed by Modenas tailored to Pos Malaysia’s requirements. Using the VMoto CPx e-scooter from China as a base, design modifications include an uprated hub-mount electric motor to 4.3 kW from 3.5 kW, slower charging cycle to reduce electricity consumption and increased cargo capacity for postal delivery needs.

  Speaking to assembled media, Modenas CEO Roslan Roslan said the MEV-1 Pro is the first e-scooter developed by Modenas in the modern era incorporating the latest technology. “The MEV-1 Pro electric motorcycle embodies our dedication to practical and eco-friendly transportation options for Malaysia’s B2B sector. We are excited to support Pos Malaysia’s green journey,” said Roslan.

  

  

  

  Additionally, Roslan said Modenas will be offering a consumer dedicated e-scooter in 2025. Asked if it would be a MEV-1 or variant thereof, or an entirely different model, Roslan said this has yet to be determined but the upcoming Modenas e-scooter will be on par or exceed current offerings in the market.

  The supply of the MEV-1 Pro is a collaboration between Modenas and Pos Malaysia, and facilitated by leasing provider DRB-HICOM EZ-Drive, otherwise known as Avis. The agreement will see Modenas providing maintenance and servicing Pos Malaysia’s MEV-1 fleet through its nationwide service centre network.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Yamaha Y16ZR 6MRO Limited Edition marks Yamaha’s 6 millionth roll out in Malaysia, priced at RM13,668

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 November 2024 11:03 am / 6 comments

  

  Celebrating Yamaha Malaysia’s six millionth motorcycle and its 45th anniversary is the Yamaha Y16ZR 6MRO Limited Edition, priced at RM13,668 (the standard Yamaha Y16ZR is priced at RM11,398.) The Y16ZR 6MRO (6 Millionth Roll Out) will be produced in a limited edition of 3,000 units and pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration.

  The Y16ZR 6MRO comes clad in a unique paint scheme, differing on the left and right sides as well as the “6MRO” badge. There is also glow in the dark emblems and UV sensitive graphics change colour under different lighting conditions.

  

  

  Additionally, every Y16ZR 6MRO comes with a numbered edition badge in metal with raised lettering. A special accessories package includes an edition specific Tekhne helmet, also numbered, a die cast model of the Y16ZR 6MRO and a specially produced Casio Japan wrist watch matching the colours of the bike.

  Otherwise no changes in mechanical specifications for the Y16ZR 6MRO with power coming from a liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine displacing 155 cc with VVA. With a six-speed gearbox and assist and slipper clutch, the Y16ZR gets 17.7 hp at 9,500 rpm and 14.4 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm.

  

  For braking the Y16ZR gets a two-piston brake calliper and 245 mm brake disc on the front wheel while the back wheel is stopped with a single hydraulic calliper and disc. Meanwhile, suspension uses telescopic forks in front and preload-adjustable monoshock in the rear.

  5.4-litres of fuel is carried in the tank with weight claimed to be 119 kg and seat height is set at 795 mm. Tyre sizing is 90/80-17 in front and 120/70-17 in the rear with LED lighting used throughout and an LCD instrument panel displays the necessary information.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 30 minutes with Francesco Milicia, Ducati’s Director of Global Sales and After Sales visits Malaysia MotoGP

  In Bikes, Ducati, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 11 November 2024 9:03 am / 0 comment

  

  “2026 will be a very important year for Ducati, that is the year Ducati turns 100 years old,” says Francesco Milicia, Director of Global Sales and After Sales for the renowned Italian motorcycle maker. “The history of Ducati is very important, it is part of the value of the company,” continues Milicia.

  Speaking to invited Malaysian motorcycle media at the 2024 Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia, Milicia elaborated on both Ducati’s history in light of its upcoming centenary as well as the direction moving into the future. “You can copy the design, you can copy the brand, you can hire people from Ducati, but you cannot buy the history of Ducati” he says.

  “The history is made by people in Ducati like Taglioni, Tamburini, Domenicali himself, and there are the rider, riders like Bayliss, Fogarty, Stoner, they are like heroes but with a story,” says Milicia. “It is not just a sports, they are really heroes for us. Like Bayliss, he say, cut my finger I want to race tomorrow,” Milicia adds.”

  

  Touching on Ducati’s branding, Milicia says, “the impact the Ducati brand has on the world cannot be measured.” Asked about how the Ducati brand is perceived in Malaysia, Milicia says, “we have a lot of support from the Ducatisti in Malaysia, the Panigale, we have sold many, and also the Multistrada is very popular.”

  Commenting on why that is so, Milicia says Malaysian riders know the attraction of the Ducati brand. “Ducati is always a premium brand, we are a brand riders aspire to because to own a Ducati is an achievement,” he explains. “We appreciate the Malaysian Ducati fans and the strong support,” Milicia says.

  “Certainly, the Ducati team in Malaysia, lead by Dennis Michael, has done many things to bring the Ducati brand to the Malaysian rider. This is in terms of the client engagement, the activities,” says Milicia. “At Ducati, we do not say you are a customer. You are not a customer, you are a client. Why we say client is because there is a relationship, Ducati is here to help you develop as a rider, in owning a premium motorcycle,” he says.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 6 millionth Yamaha motorcycle leaves Sungai Buloh plant, Hong Leong Yamaha opens Space Y museum

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 11 November 2024 8:57 am / 0 comment

  

  In a grand event, the six millionth Yamaha motorcycle assembled in Malaysia rolls out of the Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) plant in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The commemorative motorcycle is a 2024 Yamaha Y16ZR 6MRO Limited Edition, the acronym standing for “6 Million Roll Out.”

  The event was attended by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor’s corporate management as well as Yamaha Malaysia dealers with Yamaha Motor Corporation Chairman, Director, President, Chief Executive Officer and Representative Director Katsuaki Watanabe delivering the keynote address. In his speech, Watanabe praised the spirit of innovation and dedication to quality of HLYM staff.

  In celebration of HLYM’s milestone, Datuk Prof Dr Jim Khor, Group Managing Director, Hong Leong Industries also announced the opening of Space Y, HLYM’s museum located adjacent to the Gen Blu cafe and Yamaha Lifestyle Station.

  

  Covering 9,000 square feet, the museum showcases Yamaha Malaysia’s achievements with exhibits on its manufacturing and motorcycle racing endeavours. The exhibits consist of the Historical and Racing Section, Innovation Tunnel, Interactive and Art Space, Theatre and Space Y Shop.

  In conjunction with its 45th Anniversary, HLYM invites the public to experience Space Y with free admission until 31 December 2024, entry costing RM5 for adults and RM3 for children thereafter. Space Y is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on alternate Saturdays every month.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Royal Enfield introduces Flying Flea C6 & S6 electrics

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Royal Enfield / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 7 November 2024 10:00 am / 1 comment

  

  Shown at the 2024 EICMA in Milan, Italy is the Royal Enfield Flying Flea electric motorcycle (e-bike). The Flying Flea name comes from Royal Enfield’s history, when in the 1940s the eponymous lightweight motorcycle was used by British troops when it was air-dropped alongside as part of paratroopers’ mobility equipment.

  The new Flying Flea takes the same philosophy but with modern sensibilities. There are two model variants, the classic-styled Flying Flea C6 and scrambler-styled Flying Flea S6.

  Most of this e-bike is made from aluminium, including the forged frame and swingarm. Setting the Flying apart from the norm is the use of a girder fork to hold up the front end.

  At the moment of publication Royal Enfield has yet to reveal any details about the Flying Flea except a release date of 2026. What information we have managed to gather from friends in the industry says the Flying Flea will have a 120 km/h to 130 km/h top speed along with a 100 kg to 110 kg kerb weight.

  As for power output, the Flying Flea will perform much the same as a 125 cc to 150 cc class motorcycle. Also expect to see five ride modes, cornering ABS, cruise control, wireless smartphone charging, digital instrument panel and smart key system.

   

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• Modenas flies Malaysian flag at EICMA with MEV-1 Pro

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Local Bike News, Modenas / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 7 November 2024 9:25 am / 4 comments

  

  Spotted at the VMoto booth in the EICMA show in Milan, Italy is Malaysian motorcycle maker Modenas with an electric scooter (e-bike). This marks the first ever appearance by a Malaysian motorcycle brand in the EICMA show.

  On display is the Modenas MEV-1 Pro, intended for urban use. In the display configuration seen, the MEV-1 Pro is dressed in Pos Malaysia livery, complete with large delivery box mounted on the back and wire frame basket in front.

  The MEV-1 Pro is driven by a rear wheel hub-mounted motor, rated at 4.3 kW and powered by twin 60-volt 45 Ah lithium batteries that weigh 18.6 kg each. This is enough to drive the MEV-1 Pro to a top speed of 80 km/h while maximum range is 145 km at 45 km/h.

  

  Modenas Malaysia CEO Roslan Raskan with the MEV-1 Pro

  Modenas claims charging time takes 3.5 hours per battery and the batteries are good for 1,500 charging cycles. On-board charging for the MEV-1 Pro uses a 70.5-volt 15 amp charger using domestic current.

  With a nett weight of 135 kg, the MEV-1 Pro is rated for a maximum load of 225 kg, including rider. Seat height is set at 760 mm and wheel sizing is 16-inches in front and 14-inches at the back, wearing 100/80 and 110/80 tyres, respectively.

  Suspension is done with telescopic forks in front and single shock absorber in the rear, adjustable for preload. Braking uses hydraulic discs front and rear with combined braking system to divide braking force between front and rear wheels.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 launched

  In Bikes, Ducati, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 6 November 2024 6:43 pm / 1 comment

  

  Carrying the latest iteration of Ducati’s legendary V-twin, the 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 make their world debut. The Panigale V2 will enter the market in V2 and V2S versions at the end of January 2025, available only in Ducati Red, while the Streetfighter V2 and V2S will be available from the end of March 2025.

  Starting with the all-new V-twin engine in 90-degree configuration, displacement is 890 cc. Power, with variable valve timing (IVT), is claimed to be 120 hp at 10,750 rpm with a maximum torque of 93.3 Nm at 8,250 rpm.

  

  

  The engine is carried in a monocoque frame as a stressed member along with a hollow symmetrical swingarm inspired by the just launched Ducati Panigale V4. The swingarm on the Streetfighter V2 is 30 mm longer than the Panigale V2 and a Sachs steering damper is fitted as standard.

  For suspension, the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 are equipped with fully-adjustable forks and monshock. Meanwhile, the Panigale V2S and Streetfighter V2S get Ohlins NIX-30 upside-down forks and Ohlins monoshock, while a lithium-ion battery is fitted to save weight.

  

  

  Brembo does the front brakes for the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2, consisting of two 320 mm discs and M50 monobloc calipers. The electronics suite for both V2s is comprehensive, featuring sports ABS Cornering with slide-by-brake functionality, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control and the new Ducati Quick Shift 2.0, all taken from the Panigale V4.

  Additionally, the V2S versions of the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 come with Ducati Power Launch and Pit Limiter as standard. There are four ride modes – Race, Sport, Road and Wet – with riding information displayed on the new 5-inch TFT LCD that comes with three schemes – Road, Road Pro and Track.

  

  Differentiating the standard and ‘S’ versions of the Panigale V2 and Streetfigther is the seating. The standard models come in two seater configuration while the S versions are single seat only, with pillion seating available as an option, as is the Ducati Multimedia System.

  2025 Ducati Panigale V2

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  2025 Ducati Streetfighter V2

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• BMW Motorrad introduces Concept F 450 GS

  In Bikes, BMW Motorrad, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 6 November 2024 3:13 pm / 0 comment

  

  Heading soon for production is the BMW Motorrad Concept F 450 GS, intended for Europe’s A2 motorcycle licence class. Slotting in-between the BMW Motorrad G 310 GS and the F 800/900 GS, the F 450 GS is dual-purpose motorcycle carries the characteristic DNA of the GS family.

  An all-new parallel-twin produces 48 hp, in compliance with Europe’s A2 licence rules. According to BMW Motorrad the engine uses a “a special, never-before-used ignition offset… particularly characterful and eager to rev.”

  Working from a clean sheet of paper, the Concept F 450 GS comes with fully-adjustable front forks and rear monoshock with load-dependent damping. This allows the F 450 GS to come close to the minimum allowable class weight limit of 172 kg.

  

  Features that will be found on the Concept F 450 GS include BMW Motorrad ABS Pro acting on a performance brake, and freely configurable riding modes. BMW Connectivity is also included, with 6.5-inch TFT-LCD screen and connectivity to the rider’s smartphone.

  For now the Concept F 450 GS remains as that, a concept, but BMW Motorrad says a corresponding series vehicle in the style of the Concept F 450 GS will be presented in 2025. In Malaysia, the G 310 GS has a price tag of RM31,500 while the F 900 GS retails at RM88,500.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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