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• DAB 1 Alpha limited edition electric scooter – 36 hp, 130 km/h top speed, 400 units worldwide, RM75,731

  In Bikes, Electric motorcycles, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 4 July 2024 3:46 pm / 3 comments

  

  Entering the electric motorcycle (e-bike) market is the 2024 DAB 1 Alpha, to be produced in a limited production run of 400 units and priced at 14,900 Euro (RM75,731). As DAB’s debut model, the 1 Alpha, comes after the French company’s acquisition by Peugeot Motorcycles.

  With its initial concept electric scooter finding favour with musical artists and fashion design brand Burberry, the 1 Alpha features an avant-garde design. Strongly resembling the Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen, the 1 Alpha is crafted in Beaulieu-Mandeure and designed in Bayonne, France.

  Notable in DAB’s design philosophy is the 1 Alpha’s battery, which can be fully repaired, disassembled, and recycled, thus eliminating any issues with battery lifespan and utility. The battery itself is a lithium-ion unit rated at 72 Volts with a 7.1 kWh maximum capacity, giving a maximum range of 150 km and a governed top speed of 130 km/h.

  

  

  

  

  Motive power is provided by a brushless DC motor with a claimed 11 kW nominal and 25.5 kW peak power, the equivalent of 34.6 hp with regenerative braking. Meanwhile, torque is claimed to be 395 Nm at the rear wheel, driven by a DAB transmission and Gates carbon drive belt.

  Using the onboard charger and domestic current, the 1 Alpha takes three hours to go from zero to full charge while a Type 2 charger adaptor is available as an optional extra. On the handlebar, there is a blue “Nitrous” button that when pressed gives a short boost of power, installed as homage to the “Need for Speed: Underground 2” video game.

  Premium components are used on the 1 Alpha, including a Brembo radial four-piston brake calliper on the front wheel and a single-piston Brembo calliper at the rear while Peugeot supplies the two-wheel ABS. There are two colour options available – W-White and MGT Grey – as well as an extra cost customisation option.

  

  Paioli supplies the suspension for the 1 Alpha, with 46 mm diameter upside-down adjustable titanium nitrided front forks and preload-adjustable rear monoshock with external reservoir. Faba supplies the spoked wheels in 17-inch sizing, shod with a 120/70 tyre in front and a 150/60 at the back.

  Portions on the bodywork are made from repurposed carbon-fibre from Airbus Industrie, including the front fender and frame protectors. The trend of high quality components continues to the Alcantra leather clad seat, as well as the Alcantra-lined glove compartment that conceals the 1 Alpha’s charging port.

  All the necessary information is displayed on a 2.8-inch LCD display that also doubles as the front number plate holder and there are four ride modes – Eco, Standard, Sport, Nitrous – and a reverse mode. Weight for the Alpha 1 is listed at 125 kg with seat height set at 880 mm as standard and 840 mm for the low seat.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 KTM 300 EXC HardEnduro ready to race

  In Bikes, International Bike News, KTM / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 4 July 2024 1:11 pm / 0 comment

  

  Following the release of KTM’s 2025 EXC Enduro off-road motorcycle range, focus now falls on the 2025 KTM 300 EXC HardEnduro. Designed specifically for off-road enduro racing, a race series that is seeing a surge of popularity in Malaysia of late, the 300 EXC HardEnduro is built for the toughest races.

  Powered by KTM’s two-stroke Enduro single-cylinder engine with throttle-body injection, the 300 EXC HardEnduro is, as much as possible, engineered for tool-free maintenance and adjustment on the trail. This includes an Off-Road Control Unit (OCU) that replaces the traditional fuse box and relays with a single black box located under the seat.

  

  

  

  

  The OCU takes signals from the voltage regulator and ECU constantly with over-current deactivated instantaneously. This makes for easy error detection and diagnostics as the status of each output is indicated by the red or green indicator.

  Two engine maps are available with Map 1 giving linear and predictable power delivery. Meanwhile, Map 2 is more aggressive for added throttle response and explosive power delivery.

  

  Suspension is now fully-adjustable without using any tools, and rider adjustments can be made on-the-fly. In front, the WP XACT 48 mm diameter fork gives fast and consistent damping and increased oil flow with manually-adjustable compression and rebound controls located on top of the forks.

  For the rear, the WP XPLOR monoshock is revised for 2025, with updated settings with full adjustability and and consistent damping. Anti-squat behaviour of the monoshock is improved with KTM’s PDS rear shock concept.

  

  Differentiating the HardEnduro from the standard KTM Enduro is the addition of a KTM Factory wheel set. This comprises of black D.I.D rims with black spokes, matched to orange hubs and spoke nipples, and fitted with Metzeler 6 Days Extreme off-road tyres.

  The orange theme continues with the black and orange HardEnduro graphics, gloss orange frame with black factory seat while black pull straps are standard equipment. Other orange items include the rear brake disc guard, SuperSprox Stealth rear sprocket and oil filler plug.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• BMW Motorrad R 1300 GS Trophy Competition Bike set for this year’s GS Trophy in Namibia, Africa

  In Bikes, BMW Motorrad, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 3 July 2024 3:54 pm / 1 comment

  

  Developed exclusively for the International GS Trophy 2024 Namibia, the BMW Motorrad R 1300 GS Trophy Competition is an overland motorcycle you cannot buy. However, you can get the ‘base’ model R 1300 GS Trophy which differs only in graphics, the smaller skid plate and gear lever.

  Based on the competition R GS motorcycles, the R 1300 GS Trophy Competition draws on a lineage of BMW Motorrad’s big boxer off-road racing motorcycles going back to 2008. Additional equipment includes handlebar riser, engine protection bar, under side and frame guard.

  Additionally, adjustable gear and brake levers are fitted, as well as GS Vario rider footrests, enduro hand levers, headlight protection guard and white hand guard extensions. Blasck crossed-spike wheels are fitted with Metzeler off-road tyres and a single seat is standard equipment.

  

  R 1300 GS Trophy Competition comes in Racing Blue Metallic contrasted with red and white stripes and lettering, offset by the matte white metallic frame. Crowning off the build is an Akrapovic exhaust system and BMW Motorrad radiator guards.

  First launched in Malaysia at the Malaysia Auto Show 2024, the R 1300 GS (priced at RM149,900 in Malaysia) comes with an all-new boxer-twin displacing exactly 1,300 cc. Power output is claimed to be 145 hp at 7,750 rom with a maximum torque of 6,500 rpm, making this BMW Motorrad’s most powerful twin yet.

  

  2024 BMW Motorrad R 1300 GS Trophy Competition (left) and F 900 GS Trophy Marshal

  The R1300 GS is 12 kg lighter than the previous model, weighing 237 kg against the R 1250 GS’ 249 kg. Visually, the biggest change on the R 1300 GS is the matrix lED headlight replacing the previous two element headlight, with two LED units for low and high beam along with four additional LED units for DRLs and side lights.

  As for the GS Trophy Marshals, tasked with guiding participants safely through the deserts of Namibia, they will be mounted on the F 900 GS Trophy Marshal bike. Scheduled to run from September 15 to 20 in Namibia, 60 riders, grouped into 22 national teams including 16 men’s and 6 women’s teams, will compete for the International GS Trophy.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Malaysian Ducati Panigale owners set new record

  In Bikes, Ducati, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 2 July 2024 11:32 am / 6 comments

  

  Breaking the previous record set in 2011, 310 Malaysian Ducati Panigale owners set a new record in the Malaysia Book Of Records. Dubbed the Panigale Kingdom Mega Gathering, the gathering over the weekend eclipsed the previous event record of 150 Panigales.

  Starting from the Ducati KL showroom, the convoy of Panigale super bikes rode to Nilai Springs, Negeri Sembilan, for their annual gathering. Panigale Kingdom, organisers of the event, are a group of Malaysian Ducati enthusiasts.

  Dennis Michael, COO of Ducati Malaysia, said, “The Panigale Kingdom Mega Gathering is more than just a world record-breaking event; it’s a celebration of the “Malaysia Boleh!” spirit and the love of Ducati on our shores. We are thrilled to support our local passionate Ducati clubs and their enthusiastic owners, especially when it comes to their love for Ducati, here in Malaysia and also around the world.”

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

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• DBKL imposes new traffic compound rates from July 1

  In Bikes, Cars, Local Bike News, Local News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 29 June 2024 2:26 pm / 12 comments

  

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  Coming into force on July 1 are new traffic compound rates from DBKL (Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur). Coming under the Road Transport Act 1987 and subsidiary legislation, the new compound rates will have a sliding scale applied for payment.

  In a statement, DBKL will impose a compound rate of RM30 if payment is made within one to 15 days. This goes up to RM50 for payment between 16 and 30 days, and RM80 for settlement between 31 to 60 days after the compound was issued.

  A similar scale is applied to cars, with RM50 payment applicable between one to 15 days. For payment made between 16 to 30 days, the compound payment is RM80 while payment between 31 to 60 days attracts a RM100 penalty.

  Heavy vehicles will be penalised RM200 for payment made within one to 15 days. Thereafter the compound is RM250 for payment made between 16 to 30 days while settlement for compounds paid between 31 to 60 days is RM300.

   

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• Indonesia opens e-bike battery factory in Banten

  In Bikes, Electric motorcycles, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 28 June 2024 12:10 pm / 2 comments

  

  Pushing for e-motorcycle conversions and net-zero emissions, Malaysia’s ASEAN neighbour Indonesia has opened yet another electric vehicle (EV) battery factory in Tangerang, Banten province. Inaugurated by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, director of planning and infrastructure development for new, renewable energy, and energy conservation Senda Hurmuzan Kanam said, “the battery factory is one of our milestones, after three years, to develop the electric motorcycle program in Indonesia.”

  Located on West Java island, the factory, under PT TDL Energy Indonesia (TDL ID), saw significant investment from PT Battery Technology Indonesia (TWS Indonesia). The TDL ID factory is the first such facility in Indonesia to achieve a 20-percent domestic component level (TKDN) in its first year of operation.

  “The factory becomes the first to achieve such a high TKDN score, and we hope its TKDN will increase to 27 percent by next year,” Kanam said in an Antara report. Kanam also expressed hope investment in the factory would help development of Indonesia’s EV ecosystem.

  “We are preparing the foundation to make Indonesia a model country in Asia and globally in achieving net-zero emissions,” said TDL ID CEO Jack Kim. Kim further said the factory is aiming to help make Indonesia a reference for Asian countries and for the global community in achieving net-zero emissions

   

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• 2025 Ducati DesertX Discovery is a fully-loaded DP

  In Bikes, Ducati, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 28 June 2024 11:31 am / 0 comment

  

  Taking the DesertX dual-purpose motorcycle to another level is the 2025 Ducati DesertX Discovery. Coming in a new Thrilling Black/Ducati Red livery, the DesertX Discovery joins the standard model DesertX (RM112,900 in Malaysia) and the DesertX Rally for heavy off-road duty.

  Coming as standard equipment on the DesertX Discovery is reinforced hand guards and engine guard with protection for the water pump, radiator grill and reinforced sump guard. Also standard is heated grips, larger windshield and centre stand to ease loading luggage and maintenance work.

  Power plant for the Discovery is identical to the standard DesertX, with a 937 cc, liquid-cooled Testastretta 11 V-twin with Desmodromic valve actuation. This gives a power output of 110 hp at 9,250 rpm and maximum torque of 92 Nm at 6,500 rpm, getting to the ground via an up-and-down quickshifter equipped six-speed gearbox and chain final drive.

  

  

  

  

  For the electronics suite, there are three riding modes are dedicated to road use while two are specifically designed for off-road riding for a total of five ride modes. There is also turn-by-turn navigation through the Ducati Link app and displayed on the two-mode 5-inch TFT-LCD screen.

  Also included in the riding aids is Ducati Traction Control (DTC) along with three-level cornering ABS and able to be switched off while Enduro or Rally mode, along with wheelie control. Meanwhile, suspension is provided by Kayaba, with full adjustability for compression, preload and rebound with the front upside-down fork giving 230 mm of travel and the rear monoshock provides 220 mm.

  

  2025 Ducati DesertX Discovery shown with optional panniers

  The spoked wheel sizing is 21-inches in front and an 18-inch unit in the rear, shod with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres as standard in 90/90-21 front and 150/70-18 rear. Braking is done with twin Brembo M50 monobloc callipers in front, clamping 320 mm discs while the back end gets a 265 mm disc and two-piston calliper.

  Seat height on the DesertX Discovery is set at 875 mm, with options for an 890 mm high seat, 865 mm low seat and 850 mm low seat plus suspension lowering kit. Carrying 21-litres of fuel in the tank, the DesertX tips the scales at 210 kg excluding the Discovery equipment.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 Honda Dash 125 update for Malaysia – priced increased to RM6,599, three new colours

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 27 June 2024 6:19 pm / 5 comments

  

  Updated for this year in Malaysia is the 2024 Honda Dash 125 underbone, priced at RM6,599 with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects. Pricing excludes road tax, insurance and registration and is an increase of RM150 over the 2022 price of RM6,449.

  There are three new colour options for the Dash 125 for 2024 – Red, Blue and Silver. Otherwise, no changes for the Wave 125 with power coming from a single-cylinder, air-cooled, two-valve mill displacing 124.9 cc.

  The engine is Euro 4 compliant, and Boon Siew Honda says power output is 9.85 hp at 8,000 rpm and with 9.54 Nm of torque. Power goes to the rear wheel via a four-speed rotary gearbox with centrifugal clutch and chain final drive.

  

  

  Similarly no changes in suspension for the Dash 125 with non-adjustable telescopic forks in front and preload adjustable twin shock absorbers. Braking is done with single hydraulic discs front and rear acting on 17-inch wheels.

  Styling stays the same, carrying over the LED headlight that was new in 2022, as well as the front cowl and headlight cover. 4-litres of fuel is carried in the tank and seat height is set at 767 mm, while weight, ready to ride with a full tank of fuel, listed as 105 kg.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Yamaha goes automatic with Y-AMT bike gearbox

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Yamaha / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 27 June 2024 10:36 am / 1 comment

  

  Jumping on the motorcycle automatic transmission bandwagon is Yamaha, with its Yamaha Automated Manual Transmission (Y-AMT). Much like Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), Yamaha gives riders clutchless shifting with gear changing done via rocker switches located on the left handlebar pod.

  Automatic gearboxes for motorcycles is not new, the technology reaching the mass market back in the late 70s and early 80s. However, response was tepid to say the least and riders did not embrace the benefits of clutchless shifting.

  

  

  Moving to modern times, like Honda’s DCT the Y-AMT system comes with a finger-operated manual shift, ‘MT’ or the fully automatic ‘AT’. Shifting is controlled with the index finger and thumb – ‘+’ for upshifts and ‘-‘ for downshifts, with the plus lever pulled to shift up and pushed to shift down with the index finger for true one digit operation.

  The default automatic ‘D’ shifting mode gives a softer gear shift at lower rpm, suitable for daily commuting and long distance riding. Selecting the ‘D+’ mode moves gear changing slightly higher up the rev range for sportier riding.

  

  In fully automatic mode, riders can override the gearbox at any time with the handlebar switches. Y-AMT uses two electric actuators that perform the functions of the rider’s left hand and foot in operating the gearbox.

  The system weighs in at 2.8 kg and designed to allow for a slim and lightweight installation that is no wider than a traditional motorcycle gearbox. While Yamaha did not give an indication of when Y-AMT will enter the market, expect to first see it installed on Yamaha’s touring and sport-touring motorcycles such as the Yamaha Tracer GT.

  

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• 2024 Honda CB350RS launch in Malaysia, RM20,500

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 26 June 2024 8:45 pm / 20 comments

  

  2024 Honda CB350RS Athletic Blue Metallic

  Getting its market debut in Malaysia is the 2024 Honda CB350RS, priced at RM20,500 excluding road tax, insurance and registration. Malaysian riders had their first look of the retro-styled CB350RS during the 2023 Petronas Malaysia MotoGP in Sepang last year.

  This ties in nicely with information paultan.org received speaking to Boon Siew Honda representatives during the MotoGP exhibition when we were told the CB350RS would enter the Malaysia market in 2024. As expected, the Honda CB350RS capitalises on the current local appetite for retro motorcycles, facing competition from the likes of Triumph Speed 400 (RM26,900) and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 (RM22,200).

  

  

  

  

  Power for the CB350RS comes from an air-cooled, single-cylinder, 348 cc mill fed by EFI. Power is claimed to be 20.8 hp at 5,500 rpm with 30 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm, going through an assist and slipper clutch equipped five-speed gearbox to the rear wheel via chain final drive.

  Braking is done with a 310 mm disc on the front wheel and a 240 mm disc at the rear, clamped by Nissin callipers, while two-channel ABS is standard fitment. The CB350RS comes with a 19-inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear, wearing 100/90 and 150/70 tyres, front and rear respectively.

  

  2024 Honda CB350RS Mat Massive Grey Metallic

  Suspension is done with non-adjustable telescopic forks in front and twin shock absorbers in the rear, adjustable for preload. Aside from ABS, the CB350RS also comes with traction control, called Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC). The rider has the option of switching traction control on or off.

  Weight for the CB350 RS is claimed to be 179 kg and seat height is seat at 800 mm off the ground while 15-litres of fuel is carried in the tank. For Malaysia, the CB350RS is available in Mat Massive Gray Metallic and Athletic Blue Metallic.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2025 KTM EXC enduro off-road motorcycles revealed

  In Bikes, International Bike News, KTM / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 21 June 2024 11:54 am / 0 comment

  

  2025 KTM EXC-F (left) and KTM EXC-W

  With a total of eight machines Austrian off-road motorcycle maker KTM has updated its EXC range for 2025. The catalogue now contains the existing four four-stroke enduro motorcycles, the KTM 250 EXC-F, KTM 350 EXC-F, KTM 450 EXC-F, and KTM 500 EXC-F, while the two-stroke models are the KTM 125 XC-W, KTM 150 EXC, KTM 250 EXC, and KTM 300 EXC.

  Of note is the reintroduction of the KTM 125 EXC-W, designed for competition use only. Destined for the 125 cc Junior Enduro race category, the 125 EXC-W returns after being dropped from the KTM catalogue since 2016.

  

  

  

  

  The 125 EXC-W carries the two-stroke engine from the 2025 KTM 125 SX, but with suitable modifications to make it a suitable enduro competition bike. These include an Enduro transmission and stator components taken from the 150 EXC.

  However, the 125 EXC-W, unlike the other EXC two-strokes, omits the extra oil tank between the fuel tank and steering head, making the engine pre-mix only. Changes are also made to the graphics, the previous 1990s-inspired purple highlights replaced by silver-gray graphics over orange bodywork and a black frame.

  

  2025 KTM 250 EXC-W

  The seat is covered in KTM orange, featuring a high-grip seat cover and textured grip strips. Grip strips are also applied to the frame protectors, tank shrouds, and bar pad.

  For suspension, the WP XPLOR PDS monoshock comes with new settings. This gives improved pressure balance and a lower risk of cavitation in the hydraulic oil reservoir while the swingarm is updated with a machined unit to improve the durability of the chain slider.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• Triumph unveils T120 Bonneville Elvis Edition

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 19 June 2024 12:22 pm / 0 comment

  

  Elvis is in the building, with the unveiling of the 2024 Triumph T120 Bonneville Elvis Edition. The Elvis Edition T120 Bonneville will be produced in a limited production run of 925 units for worldwide sale.

  While Elvis might be more known for his Harley-Davidsons, the King of Rock and Roll’s involvement with Triumph twins goes back to 1965. Jerry Schilling, friend of Elvis and member of his famous ‘Memphis Mafia’, bought a new Triumph T120 650 Bonneville during the filming of the movie ‘Frankie and Johnny’.

  

  Taking the T120 for a ride and suitably impressed, Elvis then proceeded to order nine Triumphs on the proviso that the motorcycles be delivered to his Bel Air, Los Angeles, mansion that same night. A mixture of 650 TR6’s and the high-performance, twin-carbureted 650 T120s were delivered, with Elvis and the Memphis Mafia riding the bikes around the neighbourhood till forced to stop by police after complaints.

  For the Elvis Edition, design cues are drawn from Elvis’ 1968 Comeback Special TV performance with a Carnival Red colour scheme. The Elvis name in gold lettering along with his signature feature prominently on the tank and side panels.

  

  

  

  

  This is complemented by Bonneville tank stripes in Aluminium Silver with striped mudguards, accentuated by hand-painted gold line detailing. A special numbered handlebar clamp with laser etched Elvis Presley signature is fitted, and each T120 Elvis Edition will be presented along with a Sony gold disc, in an exclusive Elvis Presley and Triumph Motorcycles record sleeve.

  The Bonneville T120 is powered by a Euro 5 compliant liquid-cooled parallel-twin displacing 1,200 cc and producing 80 PS at 6,550 rpm with 105 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. Power goes through a six-speed gearbox with chain final drive.

  

  Braking on the 18-inch spoked aluminium rim front wheel is done by Brembo on twin 310 mm discs while the rear 17-incher gets a Nissin calliper and single 265 mm disc, with two-channel ABS as standard. Non-adjustable telescopic forks hold up the front end while twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers prop up the rear.

  Seat height on the Bonneville T120 is set at 790 mm, with a claimed weight of 236 kg while the fuel tank contains 14.5 litres. In Malaysia, the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 is priced at RM74,100 with the T120 Chrome Edition retailing at RM78,100.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES in Malaysia, 7% more torque, RM119,388

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 18 June 2024 1:14 pm / 0 comment

  

  Updated and improved, the 2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES is now in Malaysia, priced at RM119,388. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and the Africa Twin Adventure Sports is available in all Boon Siew Honda BigWing dealers from June 19.

  Improvements to the Africa Twin’s 1,084 cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine gives a 7% increase in torque. Power is claimed to be 102 hp at 7,500 rpm with a peak torque of 112 Nm at 5,500 rpm.

  The Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) six-speed gearbox is also improved, giving a more natural, ‘feathered’ clutch feel on initial take-off and between first and second gears. There are three gearbox modes with ‘MT’ for manual shifting of gears using the handlebar switches.

  

  Meanwhile, ‘D’ is for city and highway riding, with full automatic operation and maximum fuel efficiency. ‘S’ mode with three levels makes the engine rev a little higher before shifting up and while shifting down sooner when decelerating for extra engine braking.

  The rider can immediately switch to ‘MT’ mode while riding, over riding the gearbox if necessary. As normal riding resumes, the DCT gearbox will switch back to automatic mode, depending on throttle and gear position, and vehicle speed.

  Selecting gearbox off-road mode for the Africa Twin is done with ‘G’ mode, accessible through the 6.5-inch TFT-LCD screen. Available in any of the gearbox modes, this mode improves feel for available traction and machine control by reducing the amount of clutch slip during gear changes.

  

  

  The Africa Twin’s electronics suite comes with a six-axis IMU and ride-by-wire throttle. This allows for four levels of power delivery and three levels of engine braking. Honda Selectable Traction Control (HSTC) comes with seven levels of intervention as well as an ‘Off’ selection for pure off-road riding.

  Coming standard is Wheelie Control, offering three levels. Level 3 prevents any sort of front wheel lift, while Level 2 gives some lift and Level 1 is for those riders who prefer saving on front tyre life by keeping the front wheel off the ground.

  The Showa Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (Showa EERATM) is now standard equipment (previously optional in Malaysia) with 200 mm off suspension travel front and rear. There are four suspension modes – Soft, Mid, Hard and Off-Road – as well as a User mode for rider preference.

  

  Ergonomics and rider comfort is also revised with 15 mm thicker urethane seat foam, with the seat shape now cut for increased comfort during long rides in the saddle. Seat height is adjustable between 820 mm and 840 mm without the use of tools.

  The Africa Twin’s front fairing is redesigned for better wind protection, along with a five-position manually-adjustable windscreen. This minimises wind blast and improves rider comfort on long journeys.

  Braking is done with twin 310 mm diameter brake discs on the 19-inch front wheel with four-piston callipers and a single disc with single-piston calliper on the rear 18-incher. Two-wheel ABS and rear wheel lift mitigation is standard, with ABS switched off for off-road duty only while the Africa Twin is stationary, re-activating when the ignition is turned off and on again.

  

  Equipped with a Multi Information Display (MID) 6.5-inch TFT touch screen, the Africa Twin allows the rider to select ride modes using the top left of the screen. Standard is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving seamless integration with the rider’s smartphone.

  Hands-free wireless Bluetooth connectivity is available, with all control inputs managed from the left-hand switchgear while a USB charging port is located next to the MID for ease of use. Colour options for the CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES in Malaysia are Mat Ballistic Black Metallic and Pearl Glare White.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 Honda CBR250RR updated for Malaysia, RM27.9k

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 14 June 2024 6:05 pm / 9 comments

  

  2024 Honda CBR250RR Honda Tricolor

  Updated for the Malaysia quarter-litre sportsbike market is the 2024 Honda CBR250RR, priced at RM27,999, up from RM25,999 previously. The CBR250RR comes with a modest power upgrade of 1.34 hp achieved through an increased compression ratio, larger inlet port throat diameter, optimised piston and oil ring tension, along with revised valve timing and lift.

  The increase in compression ratio from 12.1:1 to 12.5:1 was achieved through reducing the combustion volume from 7.55 cc to 7.0 cc. The inlet port throat diameter sees a similar bump from 21.4 mm to 21.6 mm, smoothening out engine response.

  This gives the CBR250RR’s 249 cc two-cylinder mill 41.57 hp at 13,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 25 Nm at 11,000 rpm. Power gets to the ground via a six-speed gearbox equipped with a slip and assist clutch and quickshifter, with drive to the rear wheel by chain.

  

  

  

  Coming as standard is Showa Separate Function Fork – Big Piston (SFF-BP) with 37 mm diameter upside-down fork legs. The rear end of the CBR250RR is held up by a monoshock, adjustable for preload.

  Braking is done with single hydraulic discs front and rear, with two-channel ABS as standard. The CBR250RR rolls on 17-inch wheels, wearing 110/70 and 1450/70 rubber, front and rear respectively.

  The new body panels on the CBR250RR takes inspiration from the CBR1000RR-R superbike, with riding posture canted forwards and aggressive sharp edges. Inside the cockpit, an LCD screen displays all the necessary information while LED lighting is used throughout.

  

  2024 Honda CBR250RR Mat Zodiac Blue Metallic

  With a seat height of 780 mm, the CBR250RR carries 14.5-liters of fuel in the tank and the whole package weighs 189 kg. Colour options for the CBR250RR in Malaysia are Mat Zodiac Blue Metallic with black wheels and Honda Tricolor with gold wheels.

  Rolling on 17-inch wheels shod in 110/70 and 140/70 rubber, front and rear. With a seat height of 780 mm, the CBR250RR carries 14.5-liters of fuel in the tank and the whole package weighs 189 kg.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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• 2024 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide Revival in Malaysia – limited edition, RM179,900, 5 units for local market

  In Bikes, Harley-Davidson, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 June 2024 5:32 pm / 7 comments

  

  Coming as a limited edition in the Malaysia premium touring motorcycle market is the 2024 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide Revival, with pricing starting at RM179,900. Part of Harley-Davidson’s Icons Collection, global production of the Hydra-Glide is only 1,750 units of which five are designated for Malaysia.

  With each unit individually numbered on the upper triple clamp, the Hydra-Glide comes with custom Redline Red paint, set off by Birch White panels on the sides of the fuel tank. Along with chrome ‘V’ tank badges, this harks back to the paint scheme of the 1956 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide.

  

  

  

  

  Additionally, “Hydra-Glide” script badges are located on either side of the full-size front fender while a “Hydra-Glide Revival” insert is placed on the handlebar riser cap. This is complemented by a Icons Motorcycle Collection graphic located in the rear fender, identifying the Hydra-Glide as a limited production model.

  There is also a solo saddle finished with a fringe and decorative leather valance. The saddle features white seam piping and red contrast stitching as well as a chrome grab rail and leather tank strap with chrome accents for that authentic 50s look.

  

  Included as standard equipment is a pair of leather saddlebags treated to be water resistant and with security locks. Otherwise the Hydra-Glide is mechanically similar to other Softtail Harley-Davidsons in the range.

  Coming with a Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-twin displacing 1,870 cc, the Hydra-Glide augments power with a Screaming Eagle High-Flow air cleaner. with air- and oil-cooling, this gives the Hydra-Glide 86 hp with a maximum torque of 161 Nm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

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