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2018 Honda PCX150 introduced in America – RM14,341

The updated 2018 Honda PCX150 has been introduced to the American market.

Updates include a brand new design, chassis, engine parts, transmission, suspension, and more.

The US market has priced the new PCX150 at $3,699 (RM14,341) and $3,999 (RM15,504) for the ABS version.

An updated version of the Honda PCX150 has been introduced for the American market earlier this week and it comes with a host of different upgrades including a Smart Key system. In terms of looks, it certainly looks edgier and more modern compared to the 2017 model available here in Malaysia. (more…)

2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS now with new colour!

A brand new colour option for the 2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS is now available for order.

The new Metallic Green Black will be available from 16 April 2018 along with the other three existing colour schemes.

The standard Z900 costs RM49,158 whereas the Special Edition is at RM50,959 (basic prices with GST).

Kawasaki Motors Malaysia (KMSB) has proudly announced that their 2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS will be available in a brand new colour scheme. The new colour is called Metallic Green Black and will be available from 16 April 2018. (more…)

2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR America released

In honour of the original 1975 MV S America 750, MV Agusta has announced the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR America.

Each numbered model has been primed with the red, white, and blue American paint job.

The bike will be available in the UK in May at a price of £15,940 (around RM87,655).

The folks from MV Agusta have announced the star-spangled 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR America. This very limited edition has been launched to further promote their latest Brutale platform which now runs an updated 798cc inline-three engine which is now Euro4-compliant and punches out 140 plus 87Nm of torque. (more…)

MotoGP: Suzuki wants Jorge Lorenzo in 2019?

MotoGP gossip is already burning hot with Suzuki indicating their interest towards Jorge Lorenzo for 2019.

With their patience running out with Andrea Iannone, the hunt for the perfect rider for the Suzuki GSX-RR is already underway.

Lorenzo is currently struggling to ride the Ducati Desmosedici GP18 having collected only one point in the first two opening races.

The latest rumour circulating the MotoGP paddock (besides the #TermasClash between Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez in the Argentina GP) revolves one particular Spaniard rider, Jorge Lorenzo. It seems that Suzuki is already started working on a plan to get the three-time MotoGP world champion to join them for the 2019 season. (more…)

Modenas Dominar 400 Set for Launch Priced Around RM18,000

Modenas is launching the Dominar 400 on 18^th April 2018.
The launch follows the highly popular Pulsar RS200, Pulsar NS200 and V15.
The Modenas Dominar 400 will shake up the entire sub-400cc segment.

Modenas (Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional Sdn. Bhd.) is set to launch another motorcycle which hails from their collaboration with Bajaj Auto Limited. Called the Dominar 400, it marks Modenas’ return to the big bike scene after the Jaguh in 1999.

Hailed as a sport-tourer by Modenas, the Dominar 400 is powered by a liquid-cooled, triple-spark, 373cc single-cylinder engine which produces 32bhp and 35Nm of torque. That gives the bike lots of pulling power and is able to hold high sustained cruising speeds. The 6-speed transmission has a slipper clutch for smoother corner entries.

Click here for our first impressions when we rode it in Pune, India.

The seating position is more upright for all-day comfort. The suspension is set on the plusher side to soak up bumps, also contributing to the overall comfort. ABS is standard on both ends.

Other contemporary touches include not one, but two LCD screens, the smaller one integrated into the fuel tank.

Check out the video below for our first impressions.

But what is more interesting is how much the Dominar 400 will be priced when it makes its entry into the Malaysian market. From our sources, it will cost under RM18,000.

That pricing will no doubt shake up the sub-400cc market. No 400cc motorcycle is priced as such, at the moment. Judging by how well the Pulsar RS200, Pulsar NS200 and V15 sold, we could expect the Dominar 400 to dominate that segment as well. Who knows, we may see more such larger bikes on Malaysian roads compared to mopeds in the future.

So, is the Modenas Dominar 400 a game-changer? You bet! The bike will be launched on 18^th April 2018, so stay tuned.

Shell Advance wants to give you a Ducati Monster 797 worth RM56,000

Shell Advance wants to reward users of its 4T motorcycle lubricants through its latest consumer promotion.
All you have to do is spend RM25 in a single receipt either by buying engine lubricant or gear oil.
Besides the Ducati, Shell will also give away two Oakley sunglasses a week!

Shell Advance wants to give you a Ducati Monster 797, and all you have to do is buy Shell Advance lubricants and you could walk away with a new Ducati Monster worth RM56,000.

The contest runs from April 1 to May 31, 2018, and for those who do not win the Ducati, Shell will also award two winners with Oakley sunglasses every week!

The winners will be announced on the Shell Facebook page (be sure to like and follow by clicking here), and also at the Shell Malaysia’s official website (www.shell.com.my).

To participate in the contest, all you have to do is purchase any Shell Advance 4T motorcycle engine oil or gear oil worth a minimum of RM25 (before GST) in a single receipt from any Shell Advance branded workshop, participating independent workshops or the official online store on Lazada Malaysia.

You then have to answer a simple question, snap a photograph of your receipt and submit your entry via Whatsapp (send your entry to 018-3791326) or email to contest@lubespromo.com.

According to Shell Lubricants Marketing General Manager May Tan, the promotion was aimed at rewarding discerning bikers who choose to trust Shell Advance for complete protection of their motorcycles’ engines.

“With Shell Advance, you can outride any unpredictability and have the courage to pursue your dream. For many motorcycle enthusiasts and MotoGP fans, it is to own a Ducati and we are here to help make it a reality,” she said.

Shell Advance Ultra motorcycle engine oil features Shell’s proprietary PurePlus Technology. Shell PurePlus Technology is a revolutionary gas-to-liquid (GTL) process that converts natural gas into a clear base oil with virtually none of the impurities of crude oil.

GTL base oil delivers higher levels of cleansing and superior wear and corrosion protection. As a result, the first-and-only-one of-its-kind motorcycle engine oil, Shell Advance Ultra with PurePlus Technology, is able to offer a clean start and deliver more and sustained power every time.

For more information on the Shell Advance Buy & Win Consumer Contest, please visit www.shell.com.my/Advance.

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The updated 2018 Honda PCX150 has been introduced to the American market.

Updates include a brand new design, chassis, engine parts, transmission, suspension, and more.

The US market has priced the new PCX150 at $3,699 (RM14,341) and $3,999 (RM15,504) for the ABS version.

A brand new colour option for the 2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS is now available for order.

The new Metallic Green Black will be available from 16 April 2018 along with the other three existing colour schemes.

The standard Z900 costs RM49,158 whereas the Special Edition is at RM50,959 (basic prices with GST).

In honour of the original 1975 MV S America 750, MV Agusta has announced the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR America.

Each numbered model has been primed with the red, white, and blue American paint job.

The bike will be available in the UK in May at a price of £15,940 (around RM87,655).

MotoGP gossip is already burning hot with Suzuki indicating their interest towards Jorge Lorenzo for 2019.

With their patience running out with Andrea Iannone, the hunt for the perfect rider for the Suzuki GSX-RR is already underway.

Lorenzo is currently struggling to ride the Ducati Desmosedici GP18 having collected only one point in the first two opening races.

Modenas is launching the Dominar 400 on 18th April 2018.

The launch follows the highly popular Pulsar RS200, Pulsar NS200 and V15.

The Modenas Dominar 400 will shake up the entire sub-400cc segment.

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Modenas is launching the Dominar 400 on 18^th April 2018.