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Ducati North America has issued two recalls for the latest 2018 Ducati Panigale V4.

All 692 units of the V4, V4 S, and V4 Speciale are affected by two issues related to its fuel breathing system and fuel tank cap.

Both recalls have been issued urgently as they may increase the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from the United States of America has issued not one but two different recalls for the latest and one of the most highly-anticipated motorcycles to date, the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4. (more…)

One of Selangor’s very own Honda RS150R owners club, GombaKing, organised the GombaKing Ride Silaturrahim to Perak yesterday.

Over 130 Honda RS150R owners from Selangor and all over Perak gathered at Ngee Fatt Motors Enterprise Sdn Bhd.

The gathering’s goal was to create new friendships between Honda RS150R owners from different states here in Malaysia.

As most of us took the time to rest, relax, and catch up with ourselves during yesterday’s Labour Day, a bunch of Honda RS150R owners took the opportunity to organise a ride up North to meet up with some of Perak’s finest Honda RS150R state clubs. Known as GombaKing, their goal was to strengthen the bonds with the Perak Honda owners’ factions with their exemplary hashtag, #CariKawan (#FindFriends). (more…)

Some spy shots of the 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R have made their way onto the Internet.

Apart from a few styling cue updates, the new 2019 model can be seen sporting a reworked chassis and exhaust system.

Expect the new 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R to be launched at the end of the year during EICMA.

KTM’s top of the line super naked machine that is the KTM 1290 Super Duke R is heading towards some serious upgrades set for its next upcoming generation. For 2019, it’s more than just styling updates for the already “Super Hooligan” 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke R. (more…)

HJC Helmets has unveiled two brand new 2018 HJC CL-17 Hulk and CL-17 Punisher II helmets.

The Hulk design is a brand new addition whereas the Punisher has been refreshed with a new design.

The CL-17 Hulk and Punisher II are priced at $199.99 each (around RM784) for the US market.

HJC Helmets has released their latest additions to their ever-growing line-up of Marvel helmets and you might want to pay attention to these ones before one of them gets angry. Check out the new 2018 HJC CL-17 Hulk and HJC CL-17 Punisher II. (more…)

Dainese has unveiled their latest Speed Leather range called the Dainese Settantadue of “72”.

Three leather jackets are offered which comprises of their history in producing leather suits from the 1970s and combining them with the latest technology.

The Freccia 72, Toga 72, and Rapida 72 are priced from £449.95 to £529.95(RM2,426 to RM2,856) for the UK market.

The folks over at Dainese have launched their latest retro Speed Leather range called the Dainese Settantadue or Dainese 72. They’ve basically gone back to the golden age of Dainese riding wear for racing and unveiled a contemporary version for the modern day and age. (more…)

Marc VDS is currently caught in choosing between Yamaha and Suzuki as the main machinery for their 2019 MotoGP season.

The move has been sparked by Tech 3 who has confirmed their switch to KTM next season.

Both Yamaha and Suzuki are looking into running satellite teams to speed up their bikes’ development.

It was only last month when MotoGP Tech 3 team announced their switch of machinery from Yamaha to KTM for the year 2019. This monumental shift in the grid has caused quite a stir and it looks like it’s the beginning of many more changes to come. (more…)

It was recently announced that John McGuinness is out of this year’s Isle of Man TT races.

Mugen announced that the King of the Mountain re-fractured his right leg after 14 months of recovery.

Their Mugen Shinden Nana electric race bike will be piloted by Michael Rutter and Lee Johnston.

It’s not easy for an accomplished rider such as John McGuinness to sit on the sidelines watching other racers ride their race bikes. Having broken his right leg last year, the King of the Mountain took over 14 months just to get healthy enough to be declared fit to race BUT the gods of racing have ruled him out of contention once again. (more…)

Shark Helmets has introduced the Shark Race-R Pro Replica Lorenzo Austrian GP MAT aka “El Diablo”.

Only 1,500 units will be made available around the world.

Interested buyers can head to the Spartan Concept Store located in Bandar Sunway, Selangor.

Remember last year’s MotoGP round in Austria? It was the 11th round of the season where Jorge Lorenzo performed brilliantly throughout the race leading the first 11 laps before crossing the chequered flag in fourth. All eyes were on him and his Ducati Desmosedici GP17 which looked brilliant with his devil-inspired Shark Race-R Pro. (more…)

The Motonation 2018 Roadshow Kickoff event has begun promoting the main event which is happening in October.

Held at Quill City Mall in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, participating vendors brought out their finest automobiles to draw in the crowd.

The Motonation 2018 main event will happen from 19 to 21 October 2018 at MECC, MATRADE.

The first of many Motonation 2018 roadshows have begun promoting the big main event which is set at the end of the year in October. Organised at Quill City Mall (next to Universiti Kuala Lumpur or UNIKL), attendees were greeted with some fine automobile examples showcased by one the vendors. 

From a fire-breathing Ferrari F12 Berlinetta to a drool-worthy Nissan Silvia S14, the Motonation 2019 Roadshow Kickoff event drew in the crowds. This is all thanks to the support provided by CHY Autoworld Sdn Bhd, Tom’s Stickers, and Rintis Malay Motors Sdn Bhd and their fine four-wheelers.

More roadshows are in the works from now until September 2018 where Motonation will also include a business matching program to help expand and gain exposure for all participating businesses and vendors. This is all organised towards Motonation’s objective of creating a prosperous automotive ecosystem.

These roadshows will be held in several places around the Klang Valley area. Their next stop in the coming week would be at Scott Garden in Old Klang Road. Other venues include Bangi, Semenyih, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya, and a few more outside of the Klang Valley area.

To know more about the Motonation 2018 roadshows, check out their official Facebook page. The Motonation 2018 main event is happening from 19 to 21 October 2018 at MECC, MATRADE. Interested vendors should join as over 100,000 attendees are expected to attend the three-day extravaganza.

Motonation fans took home Petron Miles Cards worth RM4,000!

The folks from MV Agusta have revealed that there will be a brand new 2018 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 coming soon.

It has been said that the new Turismo Veloce 800 will feature an ‘innovative clutch system’.

Other expected updates include engine power, electronics, and riding aids.

MV Agusta has announced that there will be launching an updated version of the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 very, very soon. According to the latest report made by MCN, not a lot of details have been released by boss man Giovanni Castiglioni apart from a brand and mysterious clutch system. (more…)

Boon Siew Honda (BSH) previewed their super naked 2018 Honda CB1000R at the Malaysia Autoshow 2018.

Known as the “Neo Sports Cafe”, the CB1000R is essentially the naked version of the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade superbike.

No official price has been revealed yet but BSH has hinted that it might be around the RM80,000 mark.

It was only yesterday when Boon Siew Honda (BSH) announced the official prices for the highly-awaited 2018 Honda X-ADV adventure scooter as well as the 2018 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin series. Unveiled at the Malaysia Autoshow 2018, BSH also previewed the beautiful 2018 Honda CB1000R naked performance machine. (more…)

Boon Siew Honda (BSH) has unveiled the official prices for the 2018 Honda X-ADV and Honda Africa Twin for the Malaysian market.

The announcement was made in conjunction with the launch of the Malaysia Autoshow 2018.

The X-ADV is priced from RM57,999 whereas the Africa Twin is from RM69,999 (basic prices without GST).

Boon Siew Honda (BSH) has officially announced not one but two of their highly-awaited big bikes for this year which are the 2018 Honda X-ADV adventure scooter and 2018 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin earlier today. The announcement was made in conjunction with the launch of the Malaysia Autoshow 2018.

2018 Honda X-ADV – from RM57,999 to 59,999 (basic price without GST)

It was recently implied that Boon Siew Honda is ready to sell the 2018 Honda X-ADV adventure scooter at a price of below RM70,000. In fact, this statement was released during the launch of Malaysia’s first Honda Big Wing Centre in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur earlier this year.

The X-ADV is indeed a formidable off-road machine capable of some very interesting things. Fitted with a 745cc liquid-cooled SOHC parallel-twin engine, the X-ADV is able to produce over 57hp and 68Nm of maximum torque.

What makes the X-ADV even more special is its six-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) gearbox. This allows the rider to switch the transmission riding mode to accommodate different riding situations. Whether it’s for highway cruising or some off-road fun out in the dirt, the X-ADV is designed to conquer them all.

Bookings are already accepted at the Honda Big Wing Centre at a price of RM61,478.94 whereas the Special colour will set you back at RM63,598.94 (basic price with GST). Other amazing specs include a fully-adjustable 41mm upside-down front fork, 21-litre under-seat storage, 13.1-litre fuel tank, selectable riding modes, and many more.

2018 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin – From RM69,999 (basic price without GST)

Boon Siew Honda did mention earlier this year that their latest Africa Twin series will be available for purchase around the RM80,000 mark. Highly-regarded as one of the most successful rally bikes of all time, the Africa Twin has already made their way here to our shores as Honda Big Wing Centre are already accepting bookings for the bike.

 

A bike that’s capable to do it all even managed to climb up a 5,965-metre volcano which also set the world record for highest altitude reached by a twin-cylinder motorcycle. This is partly thanks to its 998cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine that’s able to produce around 94hp and 98Nm of maximum torque.

With a curb weight of 232kg, the Africa Twin is indeed a formidable machine with specs like a fully-adjustable 45mm USD Showa front forks, fully-adjustable Showa rear shock, front dual 310mm floating discs with four-piston radial calipers, and a 256mm rear disc with two-piston caliper just to name a few.

There will be two different models available; one with a normal six-speed transmission and another fitted with Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) gearbox. BSH has priced them at RM74,198.94 and RM80,558.94 (basic prices with GST) respectively.

Interested in the CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports? Get yours for only RM77,378.94 and RM83,738.94 (basic prices with GST) for the Standard and DCT models respectively.

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