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• 2023 Modenas Z650 naked sports in Malaysia, priced at RM34,500 and RM35,200, 2 year unlimited warranty

  In Bikes, Kawasaki, Local Bike News, Modenas / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 18 July 2023 10:26 am / 3 comments

  

  2023 Modenas Z650 Metallic Matte Graphene/Steel Grey

  Following the Versys 650, the Malaysian middleweight motorcycle market sees the introduction of the 2023 Modenas Z650 naked sports. There are two variants on offer, the Z650 in Metallic Spark Black priced at RM34,500 and the Metallic Matte Graphene/Steel Grey colour option at RM35,200.

  Bringing the Z650 up-to-date with market specifications is the addition of Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC). This gives three user selectable modes, including an “off” mode along with three ride modes -Sport, Road, and Rain – while lighting has been upgraded to LED units throughout, including the new headlight design.

  

  

  

  All other specifications remain the same, with the previous generation Kawasaki 649 cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel-twin carried over. Power is rated at 68 PS at 8,000 rpm with 64 Nm of torque at 6,700 rpm, going through a six-speed gearbox and chain final drive to the rear wheel.

  A new full-colour TFT-LCD instrument panel displays all the necessary information and comes with connectivity to the rider’s smartphone as standard. Using the Kawasaki Rideology app, the rider can manage incoming calls or messages with notifications displayed on screen.

  

  2023 Modenas Z650 Metallic Spark Black

  Front suspension is done with 41 mm diameter telescopic forks and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the back. As for braking, twin 330 mm diameter discs on the front wheel are clamped by two-piston callipers while the rear wheel gets a single-piston calliper and 220 mm disc, while two-channel ABS is standard equipment.

  Weight for the Z650 is listed as 188 kg with 14-litres of fuel carried in the tank while seat height is set at 790 mm. Every Modenas motorcycle comes with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty and 24-hour roadside assist.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2023 Modenas Versys 650 for Malaysia, RM38,400

  In Bikes, Kawasaki, Local Bike News, Modenas / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 17 July 2023 6:03 pm / 5 comments

  

  Now in Malaysia is the 2023 Kawasaki Versys 650, rebadged under Modenas and distributed by EMOS, priced at RM38,400 and RM39,100. RM38,400 buys you the Versys 650 in Metallic Spark Black while the Candy Limegreen/Metallic Flat Spark Black is tagged at RM39,100 with all pricing excluding road tax, insurance and registration.

  Every Versys 650 from Modenas comes with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty, along with free 24-hour roadside assistance. The updated Versys 650 was first introduced in Milan, Italy, in 2021.

  Updates include all-new body work and styling, including the LED headlights. Also new is the manually adjustable windshield.

  

  

  

  Inside the cockpit, a new 4.3inch TFT-LCD panel displays all the necessary information in full colour. The instrument panel now comes with Bluetooth connectivity to the rider’s smartphone using the Kawasaki Rideology app which allows for on-board management of incoming calls or messages with notifications displayed on screen.

  The riding aids suite is also upgraded, now coming with KTRC traction control. There are two levels of intervention and the system can be disabled if necessary, depending on riding conditions.

  

  Other equipment on the Versys 650 remains the same, including the 649 cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel-twin. Coupled to a six-speed gearbox, the Versys 650 gets 65.7 hp at 8,500 rpm with a peak torque of 61 Nm at 7,000 rpm.

  Suspension is done with 41 mm telescopic forks with preload and rebound adjustment in front and a monoshock in the back coming with preload adjustment. Overall weight of the Verysys 650 is 219 kg with 21-litres of fuel in the tank and set height is 845 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2023 LiveWire S2 Del Mar e-bike specs released

  In Bikes, Electric motorcycles, Harley-Davidson, International Bike News, LiveWire / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 17 July 2023 2:03 pm / 2 comments

  

  Spin-off brand from Harley-Davidson (H-D) LiveWire has released full specifications for the 2023 LiveWire S2 Del Mar. Priced at USD 15,499 (RM70,404) in its home market, the S2 Del Mar accompanies the rather larger LiveWire One which paultan.org tested back in 2020.

  Entering the market as an intermediate level electric motorcycle (e-bike), the S2 Del Mar features styling taken from the H-D flat tracker motorcycles. Targetted at a younger riding public, the S2 Del Mar eschews the use of H-D’s traditional chrome, going for the blacked out look on the frame and fittings.

  From the specifications sheet, the S2 Del Mar carries a 10.5 kWh built-in battery pack, with a J1772 Type 1 charging plug. Using Level 1 charging, the S2 Del Mar takes 5.9 hours to go from 20% to 80% charge while zero to 100% takes 8.4 hours.

  

  With Level 2 charging, a 20% to 80% charge requires 1.3 hours while a full charge from zero needs 2.4 hours. The battery pack drives an electric motor delivering 84 hp with a torque of 263 Nm capable of driving the S2 Del Mar to a governed top speed of 165 km/h.

  For comparison, the H-D Road Glide with Milwaukee Eight 117 V-twin displacing 1,917 cc produces 168 Nm of torque. This gives the S2 Del Mar 165 km of travel range in the city with a highway range of 112 km at a constant 85 km/h using the SAE J2982 testing standard.

  

  Weight for the S2 Del Mar is listed as 192 kg with a seat height of 817 mm. Braking is done with Brembo M4.32 four-piston monobloc callipers on the front wheel and a single PF32 calliper on the rear.

  Front suspension uses Showa fully-adjustable 43 mm diameter upside-down forks and a Showa monoshock int he rear with adjustable preload and rebound damping. Wheel diameter on the S2 Del Mar is 19-inches front and rear with a 130/80 and 140/80 Dunlop ST tyres.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Yamaha shows XSR900 DB40 Prototype at Goodwood

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 17 July 2023 9:15 am / 1 comment

  

  Shown at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed is the Yamaha XSR900 DB40 Prototype. As part of its Sport Heritage range, the XSR900 DB40 Prototype draws on Yamaha’s racing history.

  The ‘DB40’ moniker is in reference to 40 years of Yamaha’s famous ‘Deltabox’ frame that first made its debut in the YZR500 OW61 Grand Prix racer in 1982 and responsible for much of the Japanese bike maker’s racing success over the decades. Thus, for the XSR900 DB40, the latest iteration of the Deltabox is used to house Yamaha’s Crossplane triple, the same unit used in the MT-09 and Tracer 9.

  With 890 cc, the inline three-cylinder produces 119 PS at 10,000 rpm with 93 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. Astute readers will know the XSR900 is not sold in Malaysia by distributors Hong Leong Yamaha Motor, although the MT-09 (RM54,998), Tracer 9 and Tracer 9 GT (RM69,998) are.

  

  

  

  The DB40 Prototype stems from a custom racer unveiled last month by caferacersofinstagram at the Yard Built for Good project at the Bike Shed Motorcycle Club Show in London, England. The debut of the DB40 Prototype preceded the unveiling of a range of Yamaha genuine Accessories that allows the rider to install a cafe racer style mini fairing and race-styled single seat cover.

  This transforms the standard XSR900 naked sports into a look-a-like of the DB40 Prootype, albeit without the performance bits like the Ohlins monoshock, Akrapovic racing exhaust or the satin metal finished Deltabox frame. What do you think? Has Hong Leong Yamaha Motors Malaysia missed a trick by not bringing in the XSR900 for the local market?

  

  

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• 2023 Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor and Continental GT new colours for Malaysia, from RM33,700

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Royal Enfield / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 12 July 2023 5:55 pm / 1 comment

  

  Coming in new colour schemes for this year in Malaysia are the 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, priced at RM33,700, and the Continental GT 650, retailing at RM35,600, with prices excluding road tax, insurance and registration. New colour choices for the Interceptor 650 is Black Ray and Barcelona Blue, and two two-tone schemes dubbed Black Pearl and Cali Green, joining the current choices of Mark 2, Sunset Strip and Canyon Red.

  For the Continental GT 650, two new colour options are available, Slipstream Blue and Apex Grey, complemented. by blacked-out engines and trim. These two paint options join the catalogue choices of Mr Clean, Dux Deluxe, British Racing Green and Rocker Red.

  New features for the 2023 Interceptor and Continental GT include improved seat comfort, new handlebar switch blocks, USB charging port and all-new LED headlight. Also new for this season’s models is blackout treatment for the engine and exhaust.

  

  Both Royal Enfield 650s remain the same in the styling department, save that the Continental is more a cafe racer while the Interceptor is a traditional motorcycle design. While wheel size stays the same at 18-inches, alloy wheels with tubeless tyres are now fitted, replacing the spoked rim and tube tyres used previously.

  Power for the Royal Enfield 650 comes from a parallel-twin with SOHC and displacing 648 cc, fed by EFI. Mated to a six-speed gearbox, the Interceptor and Continental get 47 hp at 7.250 rpm with 52 Nm of torque at 5,250 rpm.

  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Black Ray

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Barcelona Blue

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Black Pearl

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali Green

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Slipstream Blue

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  GALLERY: 2023 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Apex Grey

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Lego Technic 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP drops August 1

  In Bikes, Lifestyle, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 12 July 2023 4:07 pm / 1 comment

  

  Since we don’t officially get the Yamaha MT-10 in Malaysia, the Lego Technic Yamaha MT-10 SP might be the next best thing, priced at USD 239.99 (RM1,116).

  Entering public sale on August 1, this Technic set contains 1,478 pieces and joins the Lego catalogue alongside the BMW Motorrad M1000RR released in 2021.

  Measuring some 440 mm long by 150 mm wide and standing 250 mm tall, the MT-10 SP mimics a real-life MT-10 as closely as possible. This includes a replica of Yamaha’s inline four-cylinder Crossplane engine along with working three-speed transmission and chain final drive.

  Gearbox elements include a shift drum, a shift fork, a gear shift ring and a ratchet drum. Suspension operation for the front and rear is also replicated, although the Technic model eschews the real world’s electronic semi-active suspension.

  

  

  

  The model also includes functional steering via inputs to the handlebar, a side stand and a display stand. For added interaction, the Lego AR app allows you to experience your Technic model in a different way.

  Online orders for the Lego Technic Yamaha MT-10 SP opens August 1.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2023 MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America launched for US market – 300 units only, 148 hp

  In Bikes, International Bike News, MV Agusta / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 12 July 2023 11:00 am / 1 comment

  

  Available only in the US market is the 2023 MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America, continuing its series of “America” motorcycles. To be produced in a limited production run of only 300 units the Dragster RR SCS America is the latest in a line up ops MV Agusta US specific bikes, beginning with the 750S back in 1973.

  This Dragster RR SCS is set apart from the standard Dragster RR with its dedicated colour scheme that brings to mind the colours of the US flag. This is enhanced with a dedicated seat with hand-stitched
  “America Special Edition” wording.

  The individual series number – from 001 to 300 – is laser-engraved on the top triple clamp of the Dragster RR SCS America. A special parts kit comes with the bike, containing a transparent SCS clutch cover, edition specific motorcycle cover and a certificate of authenticity from MV Agusta.

  

  

  

  The Dragster RR SCS is powered by MV Agusta’s inline three-cylinder, displacing 798 cc. Power is claimed to be 140 hp at 12,300 (148 hp with optional race kit Akrapovic exhaust and ECU map) with 87 Nm of torque at 10,250 rpm.

  For improved throttle control, the Dragster RR SCS comes with rudely-wire throttle that activates both ways – pull and return – improves control and feeling mid-turn and makes for a more progressive cruise control deactivation. Also featured is the Mobisat anti-theft system with geolocation installed in the Dragster RR SCS America.

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2023 Kawasaki Z900RS Yellow Ball Edition for Japan

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Kawasaki / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 11 July 2023 4:18 pm / 1 comment

  

  A special retro motorcycle, the 2023 Kawasaki Z900RS Yellow Ball Edition, has debuted in Japan. Currently intended for the Japanese domestic market, the Yellow Ball Edition improves upon the cosmetics of the existing Z900RS.

  For this, the tank and rear panels of the Yellow Ball Edition are finished in Yellow and Candy Green, along with a final coat that gives a golden sheen using a special technique. Complementing the cosmetic makeover is the old style Kawasaki logo on the tank.

  

  Adding to the retro nature of the Z900RS Yellow Ball Edition is the original Kawasaki Z1 ‘900’ badge on the side covers. Rounding out the differences are high quality leather covering the seat, chrome grab rails and the ‘DOHC’ badge on the side of the engine.

  No changes in the engine room, with the Yellow Ball Edition carrying Kawasaki’s inline four-cylinder displacing 948 cc. Power for the Z900RS is rated at 111 hp at 8,500 rpm with 98.5 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm.

  

  Power goes through a six-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch, and chain final drive. Braking is done with twin radial-mount callipers on the front wheel with a single disc in the rear, while seat height is set at 810 mm and overall weight is 215 kg with 14-litres of fuel in the tank.

  In the Z900RS line-up offered in Japan, the Yellow Ball Edition is priced at 44,000 yen (RM1,456) more than the Z900RS Cafe which is tagged at 1.56 million yen (RM51,072) while the highest spec Z900RS SE goes for 1.71 million yen (RM56,435). For Malaysia, the CBU Z900RS retails for RM63,800 excluding road tax, insurance and registration.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2023 Kawasaki ZX-25R gets new colours for Indonesia

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Kawasaki / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 11 July 2023 11:43 am / 7 comments

  

  2023 Kawasaki ZX-25R ABS SE Candy Plasma Blue/Metallic Spark Blue

  While Malaysia Kawasaki fans await its local release, neighbouring Indonesia gets the updated 2023 Kawasaki ZX-25R ABS SE. New for the ZX-25R ABS SE is the Candy Plasma Blue/Metallic Spark Blue and Candy Persimmon Red colour schemes.

  Meanwhile, the base model ZX-25R in Indonesia is still available in Basic Black while the up-spec’ed ZX-25RR variant comes in one colour option – Lime Green. No other changes mechanically, remaining the same as the October release model.

  However, the instrument panel is now a full-colour TFT-LCD unit with a new Circuit Mode. Connectivity to the rider’s smartphone is standard equipment, using the Kawasaki Rideology app.

  

  

  

  The ZX-25R comes with an inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled and displacing 249.8 cc, and mated to a six-speed gearbox. Power is claimed to be 51 PS at 15,500 rpm with a peak torque of 22.9 Nm at 14,500 rpm.

  For the SE version of the ZX-25R, two-channel ABS comes as standard, as does an up-and-down quickshifter and both front and rear suspension is adjustable. Braking is done with 310 mm diameter floating discs with four-piston monobloc callipers inform and a 220 mm disc with two-piston calliper in the rear.

  

  2023 Kawasaki ZX-25R ABS SE Candy Persimmon Red

  Despite being a 250 cc class sportsbike, the ZX-25R also comes with electronic riding aids, including two ride modes – Full and Low – Kawasaki traction control and electronic throttle valves. Overall weight of the Zx-25r is listed as 182 kg while 15-litres of fuel is carried in the tank.

  For Malaysia, the ZX-25R was supposed to make its debut by mid this year but news of this has yet to break. In October last year, Modenas chief executive officer Roslan Roskan announced the latest version of the ZX-25R with TFT-LCD would be sold in Malaysia under local assembly.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• BMW Motorrad presents ConnectedRide Smartglasses

  In Bike Parts and Accessories, Bikes, BMW Motorrad / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 10 July 2023 10:51 am / 1 comment

  

  Raising the tech game for motorcycle riders are the BMW Motorrad ConnectedRide Smartglasses, priced at 690 Euros (RM3,525). Designed to be worn inside a helmet, these smart glasses connect to the BMW Motorrad rider’s smartphone and provides a heads-up display familiar to most car drivers.

  Relevant data such as navigation, speed or gear position, is displayed inside the right lens, reducing the rider’s need to take their view off the road ahead. Location of the projected information can be changed using the the multicontroller on BMW motorcycle handlebars.

  The multicontroller also allows certain display settings to be changed. Connection to the Smartglasses is done via the rider’s smartphone and BMW Motorrad’s ConnectedRide app and Bluetooth.

  

  

  

  Using a built-in lithium-ion battery, BMW Motorrad says the Smartglasses will give up to 10 hours of use on a single-charge. Two sets of UVA/UVB lenses are supplied, 85% transparent for use with helmets with integrated sun visors and another pair of tinted lenses performing the function of sunglasses.

  For riders who use prescription glasses, an adaptor with a plus or minus 4.5 correction factor is available as an option. There are two different frames sizes – medium or large – with different nose pads and only one colour option is available, Anthracite.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• BMW Motorrad CE02 e-scooter for the young ones

  In Bikes, BMW Motorrad, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 10 July 2023 9:47 am / 2 comments

  

  Following the BMW Motorrad CE04 electric scooter (RM59,500 in Malaysia), making its debut is the 2023 BMW Motorrad CE02 electric vehicle (e-vehicle). Eschewing the terms e-bike and e-scooter, BMW Motorrad says the CE02 is an eParkourer (whatever that means, insert shoulder shrug emoji here.)

  As an electric scooter, the CE02 is designed for the urban environment with its maximum power output of 15hp. For Europe this makes the CE02 suitable for 16 years olds on learner and provisional licences to ride while a 5 hp variant is targetted at 15 year olds holding the European ‘AM’ licence.

  The full power version of the CE02 is speed limited to 95 km/h (approximately the same equivalent top speed of a Honda EX5 kapchai) and weighs 132 kg. The CE02 gets “Flow” and “Surf” riding modes as standard.

  

  

  

  “Flow” gives optimal cruising in urban traffic, while “Surf” provides a dynamic riding experience beyond the bustling city traffic which equates to “Eco” and “Sport”, respectively. Opting for the optional “Highline” module from BMW Motorrad gives “Flash” mode for better motor response at the expense of battery life.

  The Highline module also gives the optional quick charger with 1.5 kW charging power, replacing the standard 0.9 kW external charger. BMW Motorrad front wheel ABS is standard equipment with suspension done with telescopic fork in front and single shock absorber at the back.

  

  Also standard is ASC (Automatic Stability Control) and RSC (Recuperative Stability Control) as well as reverse assist for manouvering the CE02 while parking. Seat height is a low 750 mm and riding conveniences include keyless start, LED headlights including daytime running lights and side indicators.

  Necessary information is displayed on a 3.5-inch TTF-LCD screen and a USB-C socket provides power for charging the rider’s electronics. Where available, the CE02 comes loaded with BMW Motorrad Connected Services while the BMW Motorrad Connected app links the CE02 to the rider’s smartphone.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• PAS Terengganu promises interest free bike loans

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Local News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 9 July 2023 10:00 pm / 32 comments

  

  As part of its state election manifesto, Parti Islam Se-Malaysia or PAS wants to provide interest free motorcycle loans for those earning less than RM4,000.

  This was said by party Vice President Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar during a rally in Kuala Terengganu ahead of the State Election scheduled for August 12, reports Sinar Harian.

  The interest free motorcycle loan is one of 10 election promises PAS will fulfil should it be given a continuance of its five-year mandate in governing the East Coast state.

  “In the previous 14th Malaysian General Election, PAS fulfilled all 20 of its election promises while others are still on-going,” said Ahmad Samsuri.

  Other election promises from the Islamist party include building township mosques with economic, sports, recreation, educational, community, social health and welfare facilities, according to Ahmad Samsuri.

  Other campaign promises are agriculture, livestock and fisheries aid to the tune of RM5 million, establishment of Islamic law study centres, or tafaqquh fiddin, and RM100 million to turn Terengganu into a food production resource for the country.

   

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• MIROS opens MyMAP bike assessment programme for phases 2 and 3, to cover above 250 cc, hybrid bikes

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 7 July 2023 10:47 am / 5 comments

  

  Motorcycle manufacturers in Malaysia are invited to participate in the Malaysia Motorcycle Assessment Programme (MyMAP). MyMAP, conducted by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), has concluded Phase 1 with nine motorcycles in the local market awarded the five-star rating for safety technology.

  Phases 2 and 3 of MyMAP covers motorcycles above 250 cc capacity and motorcycles with combination power delivery, e.g. internal combustion, hybrids and electrics. Covering the premium and large displacement motorcycle market these phases, participation in MyMAP is currently voluntary for motorcycle manufacturers in Malaysia.

  

  According to MIROS Director for Safety Research and Biomechanics, Ts Zulhaidi Jawi, “we received many enquiries from large displacement and hybrid motorcycle makers. Because of this, we have opened Phase 3 earlier than planned.” From the press release, MIROS hopes safety technology from the big bike and hybrid segment will trickle down to the budget motorcycle segment at affordable prices.

  MIROS will continue on its mission collaborating with relevant parties to make motorcycles as a safe transportation choice for Malaysians. The full list of motorcycles with five-star MyMAP certification is available at mymap.com.my.

   

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• 2023 Honda CBR1000RR-R 30th Anniversary Edition for Malaysia – priced at RM208,000

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 5 July 2023 4:11 pm / 6 comments

  

  For Malaysia, Boon Siew Honda announces the release of the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 30th Anniversary Edition, priced at RM208,000. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and there is only colour option – Pearl Glare White – the 30th Anniversary Edition.

  Drawing on the engine and chassis technology of the Honda RC213V-S (which paultan.org test rode and reviewed in 2018), the CBR1000RR-R is setup as a racetrack weapon. Power comes from an inline four-cylinder displacing 999.9 cc and producing 214 hp at 14,500 rpm and 112 Nm of torque at 12,500 rpm.

  This compares against the CBR1000RR-R SP’s 213 hp at 14,500 rpm and 112.7 Nm of torque at 12,500 rpm. Updates over the base model CBR1000RR-R include revised intake ports, airbox, airbox funnels and mid-section of the 4-2-1 exhaust with a titanium Akrapovic muffler, while the final drive has been shortened by adding three teeth to the rear sprocket.

  Inside the cockpit, the customisable TFT-LCD display shows a ‘Ring of Fire’ screen animation on start-up while a unique serial number for the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 30th Anniversary Edition is engraved on the top triple clamp. 30th Anniversary logos are displayed on the fuel tank cover, the Smart Key fob, and laser-engraved on the Akrapovic muffler.

  

  The throttle-by-wire spring load has been reduced for improved linearity and response when opened, while the Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) traction control has been refined to match the increased corner exit drive.

  Three riding modes are offered as default, along with the option to adjust power, engine brake, wheelie control and HSTC traction control. A six-axis IMU managing functionality of the traction control, wheelie control and cornering ABS, as well as the HESD electronic steering damper.

  To celebrate the original Fireblade of 1992, the Limited Edition ‘Tricolour’ paint scheme is designed by Hiroaki Tsukui, who also responsible for the 1992 colour scheme. Modern look graphics are merged with ‘brushstroke’ style elements that pay homage to the original Fireblade.

   

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• Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Edition debuts

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Suzuki Motorcycles / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 5 July 2023 10:17 am / 3 comments

  

  For Europe, the 2023 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Edition makes its debut, celebrating a quarter century of the Hamamatsu firm’s hyper bike. Based on the third generation Hayabusa – RM111,200 in Malaysia in 2021 – the anniversary edition gets a special livery.

  The special paintwork clads the Hayabusa in Glass Blaze Orange/Glass Sparkle Black which is contrasted with gold-anodised on various components like the brake disc carriers. The Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Edition comes straight from the factory with a single seat.

  This is further accented with the anniversary badge placed on the exhaust and tank. Suzuki did not mention if Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Edition would be produced in limited numbers or otherwise.

  

  

  

  No change in the technical specification for the special edition Hayabusa over the standard model. Power comes from a normally aspirated inline-four displacing 1,340 cc with output claimed to be 190 PS at 9,700 rpm and 150 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm.

  With 20-litres of fuel in the tank, the Hayabusa weighs in at 264 kg with a 50-50 weight distribution fore and aft, with a seat height of 800 mm. Braking is done by Brembo, with twin Stylema callipers on the front wheel while suspension is with KYB upside-down forks in front and semi-electronic monoshock at the back, something Suzuki dubs Suzuki Intelligent Ride Systems (SIRS).

  An up-and-down quickshifter is is fitted to the six-speed gearbox with chain final drive. Keeping things under control on the Hayabusa calls is a full suite of riding aids, including ride-by-wire throttle, traction control, wheel lift control, engine braking, launch control and ride modes.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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