2023 Honda CBR250RR updated for Indonesia market
Getting a model update for net year in the Indonesia market is the 2023 Honda CBR250RR. Introduced in Indonesia in 2016, the CBR250RR sportsbike got a model update in 2020. For the …
PLUS Malaysia reminds bikers to use rain shelters
With the recent collision between a motorcyclist and a car parked on the SUKE highway recently, PLUS Malaysia would like to remind riders on its highways to always use the motorcycle rain …
MV Agusta returns to Malaysia with AFY Mobility, motorcycles to be assembled locally in Shah Alam
MV Agusta Malaysia has been appointed the sole and exclusive distributor of MV Agusta motorcycles in the local market. The newly formed company is a subsidiary of AFY Mobility and is responsible …
2022 MotoGP: Ducati clinches third Constructors’ title three years running, fourth constructors’ title overall
With five races left in the 2022 MotoGP season, Ducati has won the MotoGP Constructors' Championship. Following the Ducati Desmosedici GP22 race bikes one-two win in France at the Aragon circuit over …
2023 Ducati Monster SP gets Ohlins forks, Brembo Stylema callipers, no price for Malaysia as yet
Turning the dial up to 11 is the 2023 Ducati Monster SP with an upgrade in the braking and suspension department. Scheduled for commercial release in January 2023, a check with Ducati …
European Swappable Batteries Consortium grows to 21 members, standardised e-bike batteries coming
Starting as a group of four in September 2021, the Swappable Batteries Motorcycle Consortium (SBMC) has now grown to a total of 21 members, with more motorcycle manufacturers signing on. Beginning from …
2022 MotoGP: RNF Racing fills Dovi’s spot with Cal, RNF Racing loses WithU sponsorship for 2023?
After the departure of Andrea Dovizioso from WithU RNF MotoGP Team, the Italian's seat has been filled by Cal Crutchlow. The Englishman is currently a test rider for Yamaha Racing and a …
BMW Motorrad electric bike for Malaysia market?
In a visit to BMW headquarters in Munich, Germany, JPJ Malaysia delved into hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and level 3 autonomous driving. In addition, JPJ also also conducted an inspection for VTA …
Honda to launch 10 new electric motorcycle models
In a business briefing on its motorcycle operations, Honda has revealed it will be launching 10 or more new electric motorcycle models come 2025. Model offerings will be targetted to specific markets …
2022 WSBK: Hafizh Syahrin crashes at Magny-Cours
Bad luck for MIE Racing in the 2022 World Superbike Championship (WSBK) round at Magny-Cours, France as Malaysian rider Hafizh Syahrin crashed out in Race 2 on Sunday. Syahrin was in a …
Honda Hornet’s 755cc parallel-twin to debut at EICMA
Some specifications and a photo from Honda showing the upcoming Honda Hornet's parallel-twin engine. The new power plant is said to be installed in Honda's Hornet motorcycle concept and will likely be …
2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 in Malaysia – seven colours, pricing from RM26,900 to RM27,400
Now in Malaysia is the 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 joining the Himalayan 411 (from RM29,500) in the local market. There are three model variants on offer, the Premium at RM27,400, …
2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Z650 get traction control
2023 Kawasaki Z650 Updated for Europe are the 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650 sportsbike and Z650 naked sports, following the last model update in 2019. Previously updated for new bodywork, LED headlight and …
EP Manufacturing receives JPJ approval for licensing, registration of Blueshark R1 electric two-wheeler
Automotive components manufacturer EP Manufacturing (EPMB) has received approval from Malaysia's road transport department (JPJ) for the licensing and registration of the company's first-ever two-wheeled electric vehicles, around one month after it …
2023 Yamaha R1 GYTR gives you WSBK performance
Pro-am racer or trackday junkie, Yamaha has you covered with the 2023 Yamaha R1 GYTR, based on its World Superbike (WSBK) Championship winning YZF-R1 and drawing on engineering from the MotoGP YZR-M1. …
Saudi Arabia and Dorna sign MoU to host MotoGP
Night skyline of Riyadh, capital city of Saudi Arabia A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Saudi Motorsport Company and Dorna to host MotoGP in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia, represented …
2022 Aprilia RSV4 Xtrenta is a 230 hp, 166 kg track-only weapon, limited to only 100 units worldwide
Celebrating 30 years since Aprilia's first World Championship title is the 2022 Aprilia RSV4 Xtrenta, the Noale, Italy, firm's lightest and most powerful superbike. Weighing just 166 kg and producing 230 hp, …
2022 Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini revealed, inspired by Huracan STO, 630 + 63 units to be made
Another limited edition supercar based motorcycle from the boys at Borgo Panigale, this time the 2022 Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini. Based on the Lamborghini Huracan STO, the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini will be …
2023 CFMoto 450R sportsbike Malaysian preview in October, provisional pricing below RM30,000?
Expected to receive its Malaysian debut this October at the MotoGP in Sepang is the 2022 CFMoto 450SR sportsbike in a special preview. This middleweight full-fairing motorcycle will be making its official …
Indonesia pushes electric bike conversion programme
Traffic in downtown Jakarta, Indonesia. A programme to convert conventional motorcycles to electric (e-bikes) remains the focus of Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry. Speaking during an electric vehicle parade in …
