Home / Bikes (Page 7)

2022 Yamaha 135LC Fi V8 - from RM7,798

Latest Bike Stories

• 2025 Benda Chinchilla 500 Malaysia launch, RM27.8k

  In Benda, Bikes, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 21 March 2025 10:52 am / 4 comments

  

  Getting its official launch in Malaysia is the 2025 Benda Chinchilla 500 cruiser, priced at RM27,888. Three colours are offered – Black, Blue and Grey – and pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration, while a two-year unlimited mileage warranty is provided.

  Power for the Chinchilla 500 comes from a 475.6 cc V-twin mill, producing 52 hp at 8,800 rpm and 48 Nm of torque at 6,700 rpm. Going through a six-speed gearbox, final drive on the Chinchilla 500 uses a belt and is capable of a 150 km/h maximum speed.

  With the entire cruiser weighing 212 kg and carrying 16-litres of fuel in the tank, the Chinchilla 500’s ergonomics suits shorter riders with a 705 mm high seat. Wheel sizing is 16-inches front and rear, wearing 150/80 ad 180/65 tyres.

  

  Braking uses single hydraulic discs on the front and rear while two-channel ABS and traction control is standard equipment. Suspension is doe with upside-dow forks in front and preload-adjustable shock absorbers in the rear.

  Riding information is displayed in a single round gauge above the handlebars and LED lighting is used throughout. Other riding conveniences include a round digital instrument panel and USB-A and USB-C charging sockets for the rider’s electronics.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  4 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• Aveta Malaysia launches DY115 kapchai, RM3,988

  In Aveta, Bikes / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 20 March 2025 4:02 pm / 7 comments

  

  For the budge conscious Malaysian rider, Aveta has launched the Aveta DY115 kapchai, priced at RM3,988 for the standard version and RM4,088 for the Special Edition. There are two colour options available – Black and Light Blue – and every Aveta DY115 comes with a two-year or 20,000 km warranty against manufacturing defects.

  The DY115 is powered by a single-cylinder, air-cooled engine displacing 113.3 cc and fed by carburettor. Power is rated at 8.71 hp at 8,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 9.0 Nm at 5,000 rpm, going through a four-speed rotary gearbox with centrifugal clutch and chain final drive.

  Braking is doe with a single hydraulic disc on the front wheel for the Special Edition while the standard gets. front mechanical drum brake, and both variants carry a mechanical drum brake at the rear. Wheel sizing is 17-inches front and wear, with 2.25-17 and 2.5-17 tyres.

  

  Suspension is basic in keeping with the budget nature of the DY115, with telescopic fork in front and preload-adjustable shock absorbers holding up the back end. Both electric and kick-starting is provided on the DY115.

  The Special Edition also comes with an LCD instrument panel and a USB-A and USB-C charging port is provided for both versions. Weight for the DY115 is listed at 91 kg, with 4.2-litres of fuel in the tank.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  7 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 Honda X-ADV 750 colour updates for Malaysian, RM69,999 – new DRLs, new TFT screen, DCT update

  In Bikes, Honda Motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 20 March 2025 1:14 pm / 8 comments

  

  New colours for the 2025 Honda X-ADV 750 adventure-scooter in Malaysia, with pricing now RM69,999, up from the previous 2023 price of RM68,899. The new colours are Matte Deep Mud Gray, Pearl Glare White, and Graphite Black while the Matte Goldfinch Yellow paint scheme is priced at RM70,999.

  No changes for the engine, with power coming from a parallel-twin, liquid-cooled mill displacing 745 cc, mated to a six-speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) gearbox. Power is claimed to be 57.8 hp at 6,750 rpm and 69 Nm of torque at 4,750 rpm and the engine is Euro 5 compliant.

  The X-ADV’s Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) sees improvement in starting from standstill and control at low speed – under 10 km/h – especially for U-turns. Five setting levels for the DCT, with Level 1 the most relaxed while Level 4 shifts up at higher rpm and downshifts earlier for more engine braking effect. Level 2 is linked with the X-ADV’s Standard riding mode, while Level 3 is situated between Standard and Sport.

  

  New DRLs now double as turn signals and Honda’s ‘hidden eye’ technique blacks out the area around the projector lenses, making the DRLs stand out. A new five-inch full-colour TFT screen uses optical bonding to improve visibility in bright sunlight with display customisable between ‘Bar’, ‘Circle’ and ‘Simple’ display pattern, while Bluetooth smartphone connectivity with the Honda RoadSync app is standard equipment.

  Honda RoadSync allows on-screen turn-by-turn navigation as well as the option (via a Bluetooth helmet headset) of making calls, listening to music or receiving voice feedback of weather conditions. The new cruise control integrates with the X-ADV’s DCT gearbox and activated using the right hand switchgear, with ‘plus’, ‘minus’ and ‘resume’ set from the left.

  

  Riding conveniences include Honda’s Smart Key, glove compartment in the front cowl, a 22-litre storage compartment under the seat, and includes a USB-C socket. Auto-cancelling turn signals are included, and controlled via calculation of front and rear wheel speed difference when turning instead of the usual timer.

  Weight for the X-ADV is listed at 236 kg with 13.2 litres of fuel in tank. Seat height is set at 820 mm, with the seat cut away for better reach to the ground while there is a tall seat option at 920 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  
  

  

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  

  25YM Honda X-ADV

  
  

   

  8 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 Cyclone RT3e scooter in Malaysia this June, priced at RM12,888 excluding road tax and insurance

  In Bikes, Cyclone, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 17 March 2025 12:30 pm / 0 comment

  

  Another model from China motorcycle maker Cyclone, the 2025 Cyclone RT3e, is set to debut in Malaysia this coming June and priced at RM12,888. This retro scooter will join the upcoming RX650 adventure-tourer, and RA600 and RE600 middleweight scrambler and cruiser.

  Plower for the RT3e comes from a. fuel-injected, single-cylinder, DOHC engine displacing 247 cc, driving a CVT transmission. Power is claimed to be 26 hp at 8,500 rpm with a maximum torque of 24.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm.

  Resembling a vintage Lambretta scooter, the RT3e comes with 12-inch wheels from and rear, with 120/70 and 130/70 tyres. Suspension uses telescopic non-adjustable forks in front and twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers at the back.

  

  

  

  

  Braking is done with single hydraulic callipers front and rear while two-channel ABS is standard equipment. Necessary information is displayed on a digital speedometer including tachometer and voltage indicator.

  Other equipment includes LED lighting throughout, cargo rack, front cargo rack and electric starting. Fuel tank capacity is 10-liters while a small storage compartment is found under the seat.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  0 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 Modenas Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS and Ninja 500 ABS SE for Malaysia, priced from RM28,100

  In Bikes, Kawasaki, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 14 March 2025 11:15 am / 6 comments

  

  Debuting in Malaysia are the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Ninja 500 SE, priced at RM28,100 and RM30,100. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance and registration and a two-year or 20,000 km warranty is offered against manufacturing defects.

  Both Ninja 500s carry the same engine, a 451 cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin fed by EFI with twin 32 mm diameter throttle bodies. Power is claimed to be 51 hp at 10,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 43 Nm at 7,500 rpm.

  

  Power goes to the rear wheel via a six-speed slip and assist clutch equipped gearbox and chain final drive. Suspension is done with 41 mm diameter telescopic forks in front and preload adjustable monoshock in the rear.

  Single hydraulic discs do the braking, with a 310 mm semi-floating disc with two-piston calliper in front and 220 mm disc with single-piston calliper at the back, while two-channel ABS is standard equipment. Tyre sizing for the Ninja 500 is 110/80-17 in front and 150/60-17 for the rear wheel.

  

  Difference between the standard Ninja 500 and the Ninja 500 SE is the inclusion of a USB Type-C outlet for charging the rider’s electronics, keyless start and a TFT-LCD full-colour instrument panel. Seat height for the Ninja 500 is set at 785 mm while weight is listed at 171 kg with 14-litres of fuel in the tank.

  Colour option for the Ninja 500 is black while the Ninja 500SE is available in Lime Green or Black/Red. Stocks of the Ninja 500 and Ninja 500 SE is available in all authorised Modenas Kawasaki dealer showrooms immediately.

  2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS SE

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500 ABS

   

  6 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 Cyclone RA600 and RE600 China preview, due in Malaysia this June, priced at RM25,888

  In Bikes, Cyclone, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 13 March 2025 10:53 am / 3 comments

  

  2025 Cyclone RE600

  Joining the Cyclone RX650 is the 2025 Cyclone RA600 bobber cruiser and RE600 scrambler, with the Malaysian launch expected in June. Pricing for the RA600 and RE600 excluding road tax, insurance and registration is expected to be RM25,888, pending approval.

  The two models were shown to Malaysian media during a dinner event in Chongqing, China, in conjunction with a factory visit. Engine room in both the RA600 and RE600 are identical, a parallel-twin liquid-cooled DOHC unit displacing 550.4 cc.

  Power output is claimed to be 58 hp at 8,500 rpm with 55 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Power gets to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox, the RA600 getting chain drive while the RE600 use a belt final drive.

  

  2025 Cyclone RA600

  Other differences between the two are the wheels, the RA600 coming with 16-inch wheels front and rear while the RE600 wears 17-inch hoops. Aside from that, the RA600 also gets adjustable front forks, along with a 14.5-litre fuel tank and single hydraulic front brake.

  Conversely, the RE600 is fitted with a 20-litre fuel tank, has non-adjustable forks and comes with twin hydraulic brake discs on the front wheel. Braking for both Cyclone middleweights is by J Juan, with two-channel ABS as standard equipment.

  2025 Cyclone RA600

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  
  2025 Cyclone RE600

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  3 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• Cyclone set to launch four new motorcycles in Malaysia, RX650 due in May, priced around RM30,000.

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 12 March 2025 12:04 pm / 3 comments

  

  Set to enter the Malaysia motorcycle market are four new models from China brand Cyclone, under MForce Bike Holdings. These are the Cyclone RX650, the Cyclone RA600, Cyclone RE600 and the Cyclone RT3E retro scooter.

  Pricing for all four models is yet to be determined by MForce and expected local launch is in mid-2025. Malaysian riders might know the Cyclone name better as KTNS, and Asri Ahmad, Operation General Manager of MForce Bike Holdings, said the brand will be known as Cyclone in Malaysia going forward.

  The Cyclone RX650 is a middleweight adventure-touring motorcycle powered by a liquid-cooled, 650 cc parallel-twin engine. Power output for the RX650 is claimed to be produces 70 hp at 8,500 rpm and 62 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm, power going to the rear wheel via quick shifter-equipped six-speed gearbox and chain final drive.

  

  Suspension for the RX650 is done with upside-down telescopic forks in front and adjustable monoshock in the rear. Braking is done with twin hydraulic disc brakes in front and a single disc at the back, with two-channel cornering ABS as standard equipment.

  The equipment fit out on the RX650 includes full LED lighting throughout, cruise control, blind-spot detection radar, and front and rear ride-recording camera systems. Weight for the RX650 is listed at 245 kg, with a 20-litre fuel tank and 820 mm seat height.

  Other equipment includes an adjustable windshield and full-colour TFT-LCD display. From information received, the RX650 is expected in Malaysia in May 2025, priced around RM30,000.

   

  3 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• Kamax Cub-X Malaysian debut Q3, price approx RM9k

  In Bikes, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 10 March 2025 11:01 am / 0 comment

  

  Scheduled for its Malaysian debut in the third quarter of 2025 is the Kamax Cub-X adventure kapchai, with a provisional price of around RM9,000. The Cub-X joins the Kamax Super Pro 125 in Malaysia under MForce Bike Holdings, which has a retail price of RM8,888.

  Like the Cub Pro, the Cub-X features retro styling, with Malaysian market competition being the Yamaha PG-1, priced at RM6,998, as well as the Aveta Ranger, tagged at RM6,988. The Cub-X comes equipped with all-terrain tyres fitted to spoked tubeless 17-inch wheels, as well as a high mounted exhaust.

  However, suspension remains the same as the Super Pro, with telescopic forks in front and twin shock absorbers in the rear, adjustable for preload. The Cub-X has a seat height of 780 mm, compared to the Super Pro’s seat height of 760 mm.

  

  Hu Wenbo, Chairman of Kamax Group, standing in front of the Kamax Cub-X while Asri Ahmad, Operation General Manager of MForce Bike Holdings looks on from left.

  In the engine room, motive power comes from an air-cooled, single-cylinder engine displacing 125 cc and fed by Bosch EFI. Power is rated at 8.4 hp at 7,500 rpm with a maximum torque ofd 9.3 Nm at 5,000 rpm, going to the rear wheel via a four-speed rotary gearbox and chain final drive.

  The Cub-X also comes in a few variants, including a choice between two-channel ABS or with Combined Braking System (CBS). There is also the option of solo seat with luggage rack or a two-seat version, along with tyre pressure monitoring.

  Weight for the Cub-X is listed at 112 kg, with the fuel tank having a 3.8-litre capacity. It should be noted the final specifications for the Cub-X in Malaysia is yet to be finalised and the final configuration will only be seen the Cub-X is officially launched locally.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  0 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• Auto emergency braking fails to recognise bikes

  In Bikes, International Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 3 March 2025 11:57 am / 8 comments

  

  A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US shows automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems fail to recognise motorcycles. AEB is becoming prevalent as part of the electronic driving aids for modern vehicles and it is worrisome the system fails to react to motorcycles, and possibly smaller road users such as bicycles.

  In the IIHS study reported on its website, tests are run at multiple speeds and with the stationary “dummy” cars and motorcycles positioned in the center of the lane and offset to either side. During testing in April last year, results were less than stellar, with “only one of the 10 cars tested achieving a “good” rating, with two cars rated as “acceptable,” three as “marginal,” and four as “poor.””

  However, in a larger scale test comprising of 30 cars and SUVs, just over half recorded a “good” score, defined as the ability to “prevent or substantially mitigate crashes” even at higher speeds up to 70 km/h. Seven cars were rated as poor, hitting the motorcycle at the lowest speed, 50 km/h.

  

  Meanwhile, vehicles with an “acceptable” rating hit the motorcycle at higher speeds. Testing showed impact was recorded at 40 km/h, indicating while the AEB system began to brake it was far too late to prevent a collision.

  Quoted from the report, IIHS says rear-end impacts account for more than 200 motorcyclist deaths per year, so getting AEB to work well when presented with a motorcycle rather than a larger target promises to save a substantial number of lives.

  “These results indicate that preventing crashes at higher speeds, especially collisions with motorcycles, remains a challenge for some systems. Motorcycles are a special area of concern because, unlike passenger vehicle occupants, riders have little protection from crash injuries,” said IIHS President David Harkey.

   

  8 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 KTM 390 Duke in Phillipines – RM23,805

  In Bikes, International Bike News, KTM / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 28 February 2025 10:41 am / 5 comments

  

  Getting its Philippines debut is the 2025 KTM Duke 390, priced at 309,000 Philippines pesos (RM23,805). For comparison, the Duke 390 naked sports is priced at RM31,900 for the 2023 model.

  Updated and refreshed in 2024, the Duke 390 now comes with a bigger KTM LC4c sigle-cylinder engine and new frame. The Duke 390’s trellis frame is now a two-piece design comprising of a steel trellis main frame mated to a die-cast forged aluminium sub-frame.

  The aluminium swingarm is also new, now with a curved design to accommodate a monoshock that is set off-centre to the frame. With the monoshock mounted off-center, the Duke 390 has a larger airbox while reducing overall seat height, with the benefit of increased torsional rigidity and enhanced feedback for the rider.

  

  Engine displacement takes a bump to 398.7 cc, up from the previous 373 cc. This gives the Duke 390 44.25 hp with 39 Nm of torque compared to the 44 hp and 37 Nm of the previous generation.

  Also new is seat height adjustment, done by removing a seat spacer between 820 mm in standard and 800 mm in low mode. A new 5-inch TFT-LCD display comes with traction control and two selectable ride modes – Road and Rain – while Track mode adjusts the display to track duty, giving prominence to the tachometer, lap timer and gear indicator.

  

  New bodywork includes longer tank spoilers featuring prominent air intakes, larger radiator covers, and external LED positioning lights. Braking is done with a four-piston radial-mount calliper in front on a 320 mm disc while the rear gets a 240 mm disc with two-piston floating calliper while cornering ABS is standard equipment with Supermoto ABS disabling ABS braking to the rear wheel, allowing for rear wheel slides.

  Adjustable suspension is also standard equipment for the 2025 KTM Duke 390, with the front end getting a 43 mm WP APEX Open Cartridge front fork with 5-step adjustment for rebound and compression. In the rear, the split piston monoshock is adjustable for preload and rebound.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  5 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 Voge DS900X adventure-tourer in Malaysia, RM49,998, 93.8 hp, three colour options

  In Bikes, Local Bike News, Voge / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 27 February 2025 5:41 pm / 1 comment

  

  Now in Malaysia is the 2025 Voge DS900X adventure-touring motorcycle, priced at RM49,998. Pricing does not include road tax, insurance or registration and stock is available from all MForce Holding authorised dealers nationwide.

  There are three colour options available – Aviator Blue, Lime Green, and Matt Black. Every Voge motorcycle sold in Malaysia comes with a two-year, unlimited mileage warranty against manufacturing defects.

  The DS900X is powered by a liquid-cooled two-cylinder mill displacing 895 cc. Power is rated at 93.8 hp at 8,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 95 Nm at 6,000 rpm. A quickshifter equipped gearbox and chain final drive sends power to the rear wheel.

  

  

  

  

  Wheel sizing on the DS900X is 21-inch tubeless spoked in front and 17-inches in the rear, wearing 90/90 and 150/70 tyres. Braking is done with Brembo callipers, acting on twin 305 mm diameter discs in front and single 265 mm disc at the back, along with two-channel ABS.

  Suspension is done with an upside-dow fork holding up the front end, while the rear gets a monoshock. There are four riding modes – Rain, Road, Sport, and Enduro – while traction control is standard equipment.

  Riding conveniences include keyless ignition, 7-inch full-color TFT display provides clear and tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), auto cruise control and front dashcam. LED lighting is used for the headlights, taillights, spotlights, hazard lights and there is a blind spot radar system.

  

  

  Also included is handguards, a crash bar, three-level heated grips, a heated seat and a rear carrier, while the windshield is adjustable for height. The luggage system consists of a 45-liter top box and left and right 35-liter side cases.

  Weight for the DS900X is listed at 222 kg, with 17-liters of fuel in the tank. Seat height is set at 835 mm and ground clearance is measured at 190 mm.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  1 comment | Leave a comment?

   

• MariiCAS rebate for e-bikes is back, but only for CKD

  In Bikes, Electric motorcycles, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 27 February 2025 11:48 am / 0 comment

  

  If you are contemplating buying an electric motorcycle or scooter (e-bike) in Malaysia for 2025, the MariiCAS purchase rebate of RM2,400 is back. However this is only applicable to e-bikes that are Completely Knocked Down (CKD) in Malaysia.

  A list of CKD e-bikes eligible for the rebate is published on the MariiCAS website. Among those listed are models sold or leased by Sunlight Power, Ni Hsin EV Tech, Eclimo, Tree Movement and Superlux.

  Applications for the rebate can be forwarded to MariiCAS on its website. The e-bike rebate was announced by Finance minister and prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in his Budget 2025 speech, with RM10 million allocated to encourage the ownership of e-bikes.

   

  0 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• Triumph Motorcycles 2024 record sales, 134,635 sold

  In Bikes, International Bike News, Triumph / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 27 February 2025 11:18 am / 1 comment

  

  A record breaking year for Triumph Motorcycles in 2024, with 134,635 units sold worldwide. This represents a growth of 64% over the previous year.

  Triumph’s sales were up in all its regions across the world, with the greatest growth achieved in India where sales reached 29,736 units and the Americas, which includes Brazil, Canada and the US, with a 44% increase.

  

  A 33% growth was also recorded in Asia while Europe, Triumph’s core market, saw an 18% increase. Overall, Triumph sales have increased by 123% since 2019, with its global dealer network now comprising of 950 dealers.

  Sales in 2024 were driven by the launch of the Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X, seeing market take-up notably in India. “Our growth is even more remarkable when you take into account the sales of Triumph Motorcycles being achieved by our partner Bajaj Automotive in India, where in 2024 they sold 29,736 Triumph 400s,” said Triumph Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stroud.

   

  1 comment | Leave a comment?

   

• Gracshaw Malaysia launches limited edition Demon Slayer helmets – four models, pricing from RM 490

  In Bike Parts and Accessories, Bikes / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 25 February 2025 5:59 pm / 6 comments

  

  Celebrating the anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Blade of Demon Destruction) is the limited edition Gracshaw Demon Slayer helmet range, priced at RM490 with clear visor. Comprising of four Gracshaw Gennex helmets, the Demon Slayer series will be available in selected Gracshaw dealerships across Malaysia, with only 3,000 units produced.

  The Demon Slayer series helmets portray a character from the anime series, representing the personality and features of each persona. One of the characters, Tanjiro Yamato, is exemplified by a chequered green and black helmet, matching his haori, or traditional Japanese jacket worn over a kimono.

  

  

  

  

  Likewise, the helmet for the Nezuko Kamado character comes in bright pink, signifying her bubbly persona. Kyojuro Rengoku’s character is shown in a helmet adorned in flames, while the Tengen Uzui helmet is adorned in bold and flashy graphics.

  Every Gennex helmet comes with a double D-ring locking mechanism and dual ventilation ports, with removable inner lining and SIRIM certified, the limited edition Demon Slayer helmets come in size M to XXXL with every helmet getting a special purchase package comprising of an exclusive helmet bag, Demon Slayer sticker set and Demon Slayer themed user manual.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  6 comments | Leave a comment?

   

• 2025 CFMoto 700MT due in Malaysia soon, RM34k?

  In Bikes, CFMoto, Local Bike News / By Mohan K Ramanujam / 25 February 2025 11:03 am / 3 comments

  

  Rumour has it the 2025 CFMoto 700MT adventure-touring motorcycle is set to debut in Malaysia, perhaps as soon as March. According to information received, the 700MT is set to be more affordably priced at around RM34,000.

  Although the 700MT might be seen as competing with CFMoto’s other adventure-touring machines, the 800MT, 800MT Explore and 800MT-X, the 700MT is actually based on the CFMoto 650MT. With a liquid-cooled parallel-twin displacing 693 cc, the 700MT gets 74 hp at 6,500 rpm with 68 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm.

  A slip and assist clutch equipped six-speed gearbox and chain final drive sends power to the rear wheel, while no ride modes are provided. A TFT-LCD screen displays the necessary information and there are two USB charging sockets located at the side of the panel.

  

  The 700MT gets spoked aluminium wheels, sized 19-inches in front and 17-inches in the rear, wearing 110/80 and 150/70 rubber. Suspension is done with adjustable 43 mm diameter upside-down forks while the back end is held up with a monoshock adjustable for preload and rebound.

  Twin brake discs handle stopping duties while two-channel ABS is standard equipment, though no word if it can be switched off for off-road riding. Traction control is also standard, switchable for off-road.

  

  Seat height is set at 800 mm, with a tall seat available as an option. The fuel tank holds 20-litres, making the 700 MT suitable for long distance touring ride, while weight is listed at 218 kg.

  Other riding conveniences include a manually adjustable windshield, hand guards, bash plate under the engine, tyre pressure monitoring and radiator guard. There is also the CFMOTO 700MT Adventure, featuring different styling and headlights, closer in looks to the Honda Africa Twin, though there was no information as to this model variant coming into Malaysia.

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  

   

  3 comments | Leave a comment?

   

Latest Fuel Prices