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• PACE 2019 – Get a new Harley-Davidson FXDR or Sportster with exhausts and extras up to RM11k

  In Advertorial, Bikes, Harley-Davidson, Sales & Promotions / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 16 October 2019 3:21 pm / 0 comment

  

  Malaysian motorcycle riders will not be left out at the 2019 paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) from November 2-3, 2019 from 9.00 am until 7.00 pm at the Setia City Convention Centre with Harley-Davidson (H-D) Petaling Jaya and Penang showing the latest in two-wheeled American iron.

  During the two-day event, buyers of a Harley-Davidson FXDR muscle cruiser will get a titanium Screamin’ Eagle exhaust worth RM6,792, absolutely free. As for fans of H-D’s Sportster, any Sportster sold at PACE will be equipped with a shorty dual Screamin’ Eagle Street Cannon Slip-on mufflers with end caps worth RM4,000 at no extra cost as well as free pillion seat and foot pegs (worth RM2,500).

  In addition, buyers of a new H-D FXDR motorcycle at PACE will also receive a USD 1,000 (RM4,200) voucher for purchase of H-D merchandise like riding gear and clothing at H-D Petaling Jaya and Penang while off-season H-D merchandise is at 40% markdown. On display and for sale at PACE 2019 are the 2019 Harley-Davidson Iron 1200, Iron 883, Forty-Eight, Breakout, Sport Glide, Fat Bob and Street Bob.

  

  MY18.5 Sportster Launch

  Several premium makes will also be taking part in PACE 2019, and Harley-Davidson will be joined by Audi, BMW, Bufori, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Renault, Subaru, Volkswagen and Volvo. At PACE, you’ll be able to drive and purchase your dream car or motorcycle – new or pre-owned, we’ve got you covered. Not only will you get to enjoy irresistible year-end promos from brands present at the show, you’ll even be able to mingle with paultan.org writers!

  Co-sponsor Michelin is one of the global leaders in tyre development, passionately innovating to make mobility safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. It offers a wide variety of quality tyres, ranging from the eco-friendly Energy XM2+ and highly efficient Primacy 4, to the ultra high performance family of Pilot Sport 4, Pilot Sport 4 SUV and Pilot Sport 4 S.

  

  TyrePlus Malaysia currently operates 60 outlets across the country, and TyrePlus has been in operation in over 22 countries for over ten years. Their professional tyre and car services offer quality work including routine oil changes, battery changes, brake system inspections, brake replacements, and vehicle servicing – that all add up to a well-running, long-lasting vehicle.

  The inaugural running of PACE last year was a resounding success, with 214 cars worth over RM50 million sold over two days – 180 brand new units and 34 from the pre-owned selection. One lucky buyer was also named the grand prize winner of the lucky draw, taking home a free holiday worth RM25,000.

   

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• FIRST LOOK: 2019 Modenas Kriss 110, Pulsar NS160

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Modenas / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 15 October 2019 3:35 pm / 16 comments

  Recently launched, the 2019 Modenas Kriss 110, priced at RM3,377 and the 2019 Modenas Pulsar NS160, at RM7,577, garnered a lot of interest amongst Malaysian riders, notably in the budget market. While the Pulsar NS160 is sourced from Bajaj India and rebadged, the Kriss 110 features bodywork designed by Modenas’ Malaysian engineers and manufactured by Zongshen in China before being assembled locally.

  Joining the Pulsar NS200 and RS200 in Modenas’s lineup and sold as companion to the V15 cruiser, the NS160 carries an air-cooled, SOHC, twin-spark, single-cylinder mill fitted with an oil cooler displacing 160 cc. Power is claimed to be 15.2 hp at 8,500 rpm and 14.6 Nm at 6,500 rpm, fed by Bosch EFI.

  With a five-speed gearbox, the Pulsar NS160 uses single hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, while ABS is omitted. With claimed weight at 142 kg and seat height set at 805 mm, the Pulsar NS160 carries fuel in a 12-litre tank.

  

  

  For the budget-conscious rider wanting cheap daily transport, the Kriss 110 comes with a Euro 3, 109 cc, air-cooled single-cylinder mill that produces 6.3 hp at 8,000 rpm. Power gets to the ground via a four-speed automatic gearbox and chain final drive.

  Modenas claims the 4.2-litre fuel tank will give the Kriss 110 at least 200 km of range while the under seat storage compartment has a 6.6-litre capacity. Seat height is a rider-friendly 775 mm with braking done using drum brakes front and rear with four colour choices for the Kriss 110.

  GALLERY: 2019 Modenas Kriss 110

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2019 Modenas Pulsar NS160

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• VIDEO: 2020 KTM Super Duke super naked teaser?

  In Bikes, International Bike News, KTM / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 14 October 2019 5:03 pm / 0 comment

  

  While Japanese brands Kawasaki, Yamaha and Honda are showing their 2020 range at the Tokyo Motor Show in a few weeks, European bike maker KTM is choosing EICMA in November to release what looks to be the 2020 KTM Super Duke. A teaser video from the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer shows a motorcycle being assembled in a factory setting.

  While the full reveal only happens on November 5, the views can see some of the components being installed. These include carbon-fibre body panels, a frame in KTM Racing Orange and single-sided swingarm. Also shown is a wide rear wheel with the hashtag, “#getduked”, making it clear this a a naked sports bike from KTM and it is not likely to be a small capacity model.

  There have been many ruours about other KTM Duke naked sports models but many are saying the mdoel shown in the video is a Super Duke because of the fully-adjustable monoshock shown being put into the frame, aside from the aforementioned carbon-fibre parts and single-sided swingarm.

  

  

  

  The current model KTM Super Duke 1290 uses a 1,301 cc V-twin mill, mated to a six-speed slipper clutch equipped gearbox. Power is claimed to be 174 hp with 141 Nm of torque on tap.

  Known widely as “The Beast” the Super Duke comes with a full suite of electronic riding aids, without which the bike would quite aptly earn its sobriquet. These include traction control with cornering ABS, Supermoto mode, three ride modes, cruise control, tyre pressure monitoring system and keyless start.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Yamaha Malaysia opens Lifestyle Station in Sg Buloh

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 14 October 2019 2:41 pm / 4 comments

  

  To serve customers better, Hong Leong Yamaha Motors (HLYM), distributor for Yamaha Motorcycles in Malaysia, has opened the Yamaha Lifestyle Station at the HLYM Complex in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The new facility provides servicing for Yamaha motorcycles, customer care and incorporates a training centre.

  Taking up an area of 13,000 square feet, the Lifestyle Station is separated into two sections, the service centre and the Gen Blu Cafe. The completely revamped service area is now fully air-conditioned and has 13 service bays, possibly the largest of its type in Malaysia.

  A customer waiting area is provided with ready stock of spare parts for the 13 locally assembled motorcycles and scooters in HLYM’s range. Adjacent to the service area is the Gen Blu Cafe Sungai Buloh which serves local delicacies such as nasi lemak and fusion food like the Y Suku teriyaki chicken, accompanied by a variety of beverages like aromatic coffee.

  

  

  

  On display in the Gen Blu are motorcycles from HLYM’s catalogue and a selection of bikes from its race history, including the Yamaha OW01, TZ250 and winning machines from the Malaysian Cub Prix. Customers at the cafe can also get a close look at previous generations of Yamaha motorcycles sold in Malaysia from the 80s and 90s.

  Above the Yamaha Lifestyle Centre is the Yamaha Malaysia Education and Training Academy (META) for training HLYM dealer staff as well as Yamaha customers. Consisting of both theoretical and practical classrooms, the 20,000 square foot academy provides not just technical training for Yamaha motorcycles but also follow-on training for the second generation of Yamaha dealers and customer training in defensive riding and basic motorcycle maintenance.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• VIDEO: Kawasaki teases Z H2 supercharged naked

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Kawasaki / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 11 October 2019 1:42 pm / 2 comments

  With the prior release of two teaser videos, Kawasaki has now shown the shape of the upcoming Kawasaki Z H2 SuperCharge naked hypersports bike with a third video. Set for a public reveal this October 23, the Z H2 Supercharge joins the H2, H2R and H2 SX in Kawasaki’s hypersports lineup.

  As can be surmised from the name, the Z H2 comes with a supercharger and is styled as a naked sports bike. The headlight assembly appears to be a standalone unit and the fuel tank has a more pronounced hump.

  Set low in the front, the headlight is topped with a minuscule wind deflector that provides cover for the full-colour TFT-LCD instrument panel. Twin LEC lights as used and the tail assembly appears to have a small pillion seat.

  

  

  

  Should the new Z H2 use the same engine as the H2, this would make it the world’s most powerful production naked sports motorcycle. On the H2, the supercharged inline-four displaces 998 cc and is capable of producing a claimed 200 hp at 11,000 rpm and 133.5 Nm of torque at 10,500 rpm.

  The track only H2R produces 310 hp at 14,000 rpm and 156 Nm of torque at 12,500 rpm while the sports-touring H2SX pumps out 200 hp at 14,000 rpm and 137.3 Nm at 9,500 rpm. While no figures were given, we would think the Kawasaki Z H2 Supercharged would likely weigh in the neighbourhood of 250 kg.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 – now with colour TFT-LCD

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Kawasaki / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 10 October 2019 11:49 am / 5 comments

  

  It looks like Kawasaki is back in the market with a bang with several new models coming out next year, first of which is the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650. Replacing the previous generation Ninja 650 – launched in Malaysia in 2017 – the new Ninja comes with a full-colour TFT-LCD screen and LED lighting.

  The engine and chassis of the Ninja 650 stay the same, making this an update rather than a brand new model with power coming from a DOHC parallel-twin displacing 649 cc producing 67.3 hp at 8,000 rpm and 65.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. A six-speed gearbox and chain final drive along with Assist and Slipper clutch gets power to the ground.

  Other items staying the same are the 41 mm diameter telescopic forks, preload adjustable monoshock, 300 mm drake discs with two-piston callipers on the front wheel and single 220 mm disc at the back. ABS is standard and fuel is carried in a 15-litre tank while weight is claimed to be 193 kg.

  

  

  

  The all-new full-colour TFT-LCD screen connects to a smartphone app via Bluetooth and allows for turn-by-turn navigation. The afore-mentioned LED lighting is used in the front headlights and rear lights and is complemented with a slightly taller windshield.

  There are two colour opttion for the standard 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 – Pearl Blizzard White and Metallic Spark Black. Meanwhile, the Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) edition of the Ninja 650 comes in Kawasaki Racing Green with special graphics.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2019 Tokyo Motor Show sees Yamaha go electric

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 10 October 2019 11:21 am / 1 comment

  

  Ahead of the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show at the end of October, Yamaha has disclosed two new motorcycle models will be making their international debut. However, no details were disclosed about which market segment this might be for but of note is the number of electric vehicles Yamaha will be putting on display.

  Yamaha’s booth theme this year is “There Is Greater Joy Yet to Come — ART for Human Possibilities” with six motorcycles debuting in Japan and as said earlier, two yet to be shown internationally. Aside from motorcycles, electric powered two-wheelers are being put forward by Yamaha as well as a drone and an unmanned helicopter.

  The E01 and E02 commuter scooters are electric and Yamaha says power output equivalent to 125 cc and 50 cc cc scooter engines, respectively. Still in concept stage, the E01 and E02 are designed to be light and easy to handle in an urban environment.

  

  

  Building on the idea of mass centralisation aiding handling manners, the YPJ-YZ is an electric motocross machine with the down-tube bifurcated to accommodate the battery pack. This provides the YPJ-YZ with stable cornering performance and light handling even on rough terrain.

  Based on the retro style Vino scooter, the E-Vino gives torque and smooth motor performance at low speeds. Coming with a removable battery, the E-Vino is designed for short-range commuting and has two running modes and a boost function that provides extra power for climbing hills.

  On the other hand, the TY-E is an electric powered trails bike that features a carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) frame and was created in-house by Yamaha. A prototype of the TY-E was ridden by Kenichi Kuroyama in the FIM Trial-E Cup, where he finished second in 2018 and 2019.

  

  

  

  Headed for production along with the Vino electric scooter is the YPJ-XC electrically power-assisted mountain bike (e-MTB). Powered by Yamaha’s PW-X electric motor, the YPJ-XC provides extra power for the rider to overcome obstacles or extend the ride further.

  Designed for agricultural use is the YMR-08 drone and Fazer R unmanned helicopter. With a 32-litre payload tank, the Fazer R can spray up to four hectares with fertiliser or herbicides without replenishment or refuellng and uses GPS in conjunction with gyrosensors to calculate speed and distance to turns for uniform delivery of payload, increasing spray efficiency.

  For mobility impaired users, Yamaha is having a special exhibit of the YNF-01 and JWX-1 Plus+, a low-speed mobility concept and conversion of manual wheelchair to electric, respectively. The JWX-1 Plus+ replaces the main wheels on a wheelchair to expand the user’s range while the YNF-01 comes with large tires and four-wheel independent suspension that allows the user to “go everywhere and do everything.”

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Malaysian lady rider Anita Yusof sets off on second Global Dream Ride – 7 continents, 70 countries

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2019 4:13 pm / 19 comments

  

  When most people enter retirement, thoughts turn to a well earned rest, indulging in golf or fishing, maybe a holiday with the spouse or time with the grandchildren but Malaysian lady rider, solo motorcycle adventurer and Givi brand ambassador Anita Yusof is doing things a little differently. Opting for early retirement from her sports science lecturer job, Anita will set off on the second version of her Global Dream Ride in November, starting from South Africa.

  Anita’s plan is to visit all seven continents, including a visit to Antartica, and pass through 70 countries. Not content with the usual ‘snap photo and go’ type travel, Anita plans to spend time with communities in each country, notably with the less privileged.

  

  

  

  This came about after her last trip to South Africa, where she travelled around the country and was struck by the disparity between rich and poor. Of note was something she noticed there, where the women folk had to walk long distances to carry water for cleaning and cooking, while the men played chess and smoked cigarettes in the shade of a tree.

  Beginning in Cape Town, Anita will ride her Yamaha FZ150i – named “Mr GD” or “Global Dreamer” – up the continent of Africa to Cairo. She will then ride into Saudi Arabia, performing her umrah in the holy city of Mecca, before proceeding to Europe and then onwards to the Americas before heading to Australia and returning to Malaysia via Indonesia.

  

  

  

  Her trip is self-funded, including the Antartica leg which is expected to cost some USD 10,000 (RM42,000). While she has not set any time table for completion of her second Global Dream Ride, Anita thinks the entire trip will take between two to five years.

  Anita is not expecting any public contributions for the trip but rather is raising funds through the sale of her second book, “Global Dream Ride (Episode 2)”, with a portion of the proceeds going to help under privileged children in the countries she visits. If you are interested in purchasing a copy of the book, Anita can be contacted directly via her Facebook page.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2019 Harley-Davidson LiveWire fails to electrify?

  In Bikes, Harley-Davidson, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 October 2019 12:39 pm / 11 comments

  

  Outpost LiveWire NYC 2019

  Part of an ambitious marketing plan to lure in a younger rider demographic, American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson (H-D) issued the LiveWire electric motorcycle but pre-order sales have not been as electrifying as hoped. Part of the problem lies with the LiveWire’s price – USD 29,799 (RM125,098) – according to H-D dealers interviewed by news agency Reuters.

  Coming into the market in January of this year, the LiveWire has been available for pre-order but take-up of H-D’s electric bike with new riders has been poor. Instead, most of the orders in the book have come from existing riders in the senior category.

  This data was culled from interviews with 40 out of the 150 US H-D dealerships located in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, California, Nevada, New Jersey and New York. The dealers have said the LiveWire is not being ignored by younger riders but many find the buy in retail price prohibitive.

  

  

  A vast majority of millennial age riders cannot afford the LiveWire as it is “targeted to young and affluent customers earning more than USD 100,000 (RM420,000) a year,” says Gary Jon Prough, general sales manager at a H-D dealership in Illinois. Aside from price, another concern about the LiveWire is range, which H-D says can do 235 km in the city and 152 km in combined highway and city riding.

  While the LiveWire can fully charge overnight using domestic current or in 60 minutes with a Level 3 DC fast charger at H-D dealers, the range between charges limits the appeal of H-D’s electric motorcycle considering the long distances between cities in the US. H-D forecast selling between 400 to 1,600 LiveWires this year but delays in delivery have meant sales are being pushed into the winter, traditionally a slow season for motorcycle sales.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

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• Malaysian racer Hafizh Syahrin goes back to Moto2

  In Bikes, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 8 October 2019 3:13 pm / 14 comments

  

  After being taken off the 2020 MotoGP roster for Red Bull KTM Tech3, Malaysian MotoGP racer Hafizh Syahrin returns to the Moto2 class with the Angel Nieto Team. Hafizh will join Spaniard Aron Canet, who moves up from Moto3 after a season with the Sterilgarda Max Racing Team managed by former MotoGP champion Max Biaggi.

  “I think that together with the Angel Nieto Team we can do a good job next season. Moto2 is not a new category for me because I already spent several years there,” said Hafizh. “I have raced against the majority of riders in this class and I think I can mix it up in front. I will give my best to be a top five rider,” Hafizh said.

  Asked about the difficulty he and team mate Johann Zarco – who left KTM Tech3 suddenly in the middle of the season – Hafizh said he had problems getting the bike to deliver. “Despite trying different setups and adjusting my riding style, I simply could not get the bike to work,” he said.

  

  

  

  Hafizh’s plans for the rest of the season is to have a good race and stay safe. “Hopefully with a top five result in Moto2 next year, I can make plans for a return to MotoGP in 2021,” continued Hafizh.

  It was announced in July Hafizh’s place in the team would be taken by South African Brad Binder and while speculation was rife as to his next move, it was predicted that a return to Moto2 would be most likely. Binder is currently competing in Moto2 with Red Bull KTM Ojo and currently sits third in the championship.

  The Malaysia MotoGP takes place in Sepang on November 1 to 3. The championship was sewn up by Marc Marquez at last weekend’s race in Buriram, Thailand with four races left in the 2019 calendar.

   

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• 2019 Yamaha Ego Avantiz in new colours, RM5,536

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 8 October 2019 11:36 am / 1 comment

  

  Updated for 2019 and into 2020 for Malaysia is the 2019 Yamaha Ego Avantiz, at a recommended retail price of RM5,536, excluding road tax, insurance and registration. Expected to arrive in Hong Leong Yamaha dealers this month, the 2o19 Ego Avantiz can be purchased in Red, Blue, Cyan and Matte Grey.

  Power for the Ego Avantiz comes from a single-cylinder, air-cooled SOHC mill that puts out a claimed 9.3 hp at 8,000 rpm and 9.8 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. As is normal in scooters of this class, a CVT gearbox and belt drive transmits power to the rear wheel.

  

  

  

  Seat height is a very manageable 773 mm with the step through design making the Ego Avantiz accessible to any rider, while weight is listed at 96 kg. With 4.2-litres of fuel in the tank and 14-litres of under seat storage space, the Ego Avantiz is designed for commuting and urban transport.

  Along with a parking brake incorporated into the front brake lever, the Ego Avantiz uses a single hydraulic disc brake in front and drum brake at the back for stopping. Suspension is done with conventional telescopic forks in front and single shock absorber at the back.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• JSPT issues 507 traffic summonses during three-hour operation, most offenders were driving without license

  In Bikes, Cars, Local News / By Matthew H Tong / 8 October 2019 9:28 am / 1 comment

  

  A recent joint operation carried out by the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) and several other agencies have resulted in 507 traffic summonses issued, the bulk of which were for driving without a license or expired ones, The Star reports.

  City police chief, Commissioner Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim, said about 730 vehicles were inspected at four locations concurrently, which are Jalan Raja Laut, Jalan Semarang, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Bangsar on Sunday night.

  “We seized 27 motorcycles and five cars for offences including illegal modifications, and plate numbers that did not follow specifications,” he remarked following the three-hour operation.

  “Some motorists were issued with notices to present their vehicles for inspection for having loud exhaust pipes, not having side mirrors, and other offences. We will identify the shops supplying such exhaust pies and illegal number plates to curb its use among motorists,” he noted.

   

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• 2020 Triumph Street Triple 765RS released – now with 9% more power and torque, new LED lights and DRLs

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Triumph / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 7 October 2019 5:45 pm / 2 comments

  

  After the launch of the 765RS in 2017, the second generation of the 765 has now been released, the 2020 Triumph Street Triple 765RS, which comes with 9% more power and torque in the mid-range. Also new are the headlights, slimmer than before with new LED DRLs.

  Drawing on its experience as engine provider for Moto2, the 765RS’ triple-cylinder Euro 5 compliant mill pumps out 123 PS at 11,750 rpm and 79 Nm of torque at 9,350 rpm. Though peak numbers are much the same as the previous generation 765RS, the mid-range of the power band takes a 9% bump according to Triumph.

  This is combined with better throttle response, with a 7% reduction in throttle effort. A less restrictive exhaust is also used, with two catalytic convertors than lowers emissions as well as allowing for faster exhaust flow.

  

  Together with changes in the intake system, there is now a balance between exhaust and intake noise. The gearbox with quickshifter has undergone a similar redesign, with precision machining allowing elimination of the anti-backlash gears, reducing mass and improving gear changing while shorter first and second gears improves acceleration.

  Front end styling is the most obvious change on the 2020 765RS, with the new LED headlight shape narrower with the LED DRLs forming a brow over the light housing. The headlights shine white and are brighter than the previous halogen units.

  Inside the cockpit, the full-colour TFT-LCD panel now has four different display styles in four different colours. Screen display is also adjustable, following the unit on the 2019 Triumph Speed Triple 1050, providing the optimum viewing angle to suit riders of different heights.

  

  

  

  The five riding modes have also undergoing a little revision, with the Road, Rain, Sport, Track and Rider configurable modes now taking advantage of the 2020 765 RS’s meatier mid-range. New is My Triumph connectivity in the instrument panel which, when coupled with the optional Bluetooth module, gives the rider GoPro camera control, turn-by-turn navigation, phone and music via the handlebar switch pods.

  Braking is the same as the outgoing 765RS, using Brembo M50 Monobloc calipers with twin 310 mm floating brake discs, while the rear has a 220 mm disc and single-piston caliper. Suspension is similar, with the Showa Big Piston Forks (BPF) and Ohlins STX40 monoshock being retained with full adjustability.

  The frame from the 2017 765RS is carried over, along with the gull wing shaped swingarm, but now in silver, similar to the Speed Triple 1050. The sub-frame has been altered slightly to place the pillion passenger a little higher up, giving more legroom.

  

  Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tyres are standard fitment, showing the sporting intentions of the 2020 765RS. There are two colour options for the Triumph Street Triple 765RS – Matte Jet Black with Aluminium Silver and Yellow decals, or Silver Ice with Diablo Red and Aluminium Silver decals – featuring hand-painted red pinstripes on the wheels.

  A list of options from the official Triumph catalogue allows customisation of the 2020 765RS to suit the rider’s taste and needs. Of note are scrolling LED indicators, new fly screen visor, and new machined mirrors and reservoirs and a quick-release luggage system.

  In Malaysia, the current model Triumph Street Triple 765RS retails for RM65,900. Also available is the 765R Low Ride Height at RM59,900 and the 765S at RM49,900.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2020 Givi Vista helmets shown at Givista Ride & Camp

  In Bike Parts and Accessories, Bikes / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 7 October 2019 1:07 pm / 1 comment

  

  Ahead of the possible public launch at the 2019 Shell Malaysia MotoGP happening on the first to third of November, Malaysian motorcycle accessories manufacturer Givi showed the 2020 Givi Vista open face helmet to riders gathered for the 2019 Givista Ride & Camp. During the unveiling in the Lata Lembik forest reserve, four versions of the 2020 Vista helmet were shown.

  No pricing was given, as the all-new Vista is still in pre-production prototype stage and changes might still be made to the graphics and other specifications. However, as can be seen, the Vista is a basic open face helmet design with integral scratch resistant visor and striking graphics.

  The inner helmet is removable and washable, and covered in an anallergic fabric. Sizes available are from small to extra large and a Givi spokesperson confirmed stock of the 2020 Givi Vista helmet will be available in authorised Givi dealers from the first week of November.

  

  

  

  One of many social events organised by Givi for owners of Givi products, the 2019 Givista Ride & Camp was a gathering of Givi fans and comprised of motorcycles from across the size range, from kapchais with basic top boxes to adventure tourers fully rigged with Givi luggage. Givista riders spent the weekend at the Lata Lembik forest reserve in Raub, Pahang with tents and catering provided by Givi.

  Not just for solo riders, the Givista Ride & Camp was very much a family affair, with couples and family in attendance, including one family of four, husband, wife and two children, who rode two bikes to the camp site. For 2019, Givi Malaysia organised some 150 events with customers, excluding dealer sales events and in 2020, approximately the same number of customer engagements will be held, with an emphasis on rider safety and bike handling skills.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2020 Yamaha MT-25 now in Indonesia, RM15,921

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 3 October 2019 4:06 pm / 14 comments

  

  While the US gets the 2020 Yamaha MT-03, Malaysia’s ASEAN neighbours Indonesia get the 2020 Yamaha MT-25, priced at 53.9 million rupiah (RM15,921). As per the new MT-03, the MT-25 gets the new dual-element LED headlight along with revised bodywork.

  The tank has been redesigned and incorporates air intakes on the sides. Front suspension is now with KYB upside-down forks, in 37 mm diameter and 7-step preload-adjustable rear monoshock.

  As per the MT-03, the MT-25 uses LED lighting all round with a monochrome LCD instrument panel in the cockpit. Wheel sizes are also the same as the MT-03, 17-inches with 110/70 tyre in front and 140/70 at the back.

  

  

  From the model designation, the MT-25 comes with a 250 cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled DOHC engine, fed by EFI and a six-speed gearbox. The MT-25 power plant is claimed to be good for 35.5 hp at 12,000 rpm and 23.6 Nm of torque at 10,000 rpm, compared to the 41.4 hp at 10,750 rpm and 29.6 Nm of torque at 9,000 rpm of the MT-03.

  Weighing in at 165 kg, the MT-25 comes in three colour choices for the Indonesian market. Fuel is carried in a 14-litre tank and seat height is 780 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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