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Mike Akatiff & TOP 1 ACK ATTACK – The man behind the world’s fastest motorcycle

Mike Akatiff together with the support from TOP 1 Oil broke the land speed record for the fastest motorcycle in the world back in 2010 with the TOP 1 ACK ATTACK streamliner.

The twin Suzuki Hayabusa powered machine managed to hit over 376mp/h (605km/h) but this year, the team is planning to break the record again by attempting to go over the 400mp/h mark (643km/h).

Mike Akatiff’s team together with TOP 1 Oil will head over to the Salar de Uyuni salt flats near the Andes Mountains from 3 August to 8 August 2017 to achieve what was once impossible.

It was back in 2010 when the world witnessed a motorcycle set the land speed record for the fastest motorcycle on the entire planet. The highly modified twin-engine streamliner dubbed the “TOP 1 ACK ATTACK” shocked the entire world when it hit 605.697km/h. The legendary machine’s record still stood the test of times almost a decade. (more…)

New updates for 2018 BMW Motorrad models – new colours & ‘emergency call’ button

All 2018 BMW Motorrad motorcycles will get some interesting upgrades which includes new colours across all BMW models.

The upgrades are not only in terms of looks like new colours but also optional parts and unique features for individual BMW motorrad bikes.

The biggest highlight other than new colours is the ’emergency call’ button which automatically sends out signal for help in case of any serious crash or accidents.

Calling all BMW Motorrad fans and enthusiasts, the German boys has just announced that their 2018 models will be receiving some interesting new updates which include brand-spanking new colours, options and a few more minor updates to keep things fresh. (more…)

BERNAMA organises 50th golden jubilee anniversary Jelajah 1 Jiwa nationwide tour

The Malaysian National News Agency (BERNAMA) has organised a nationwide tour program dubbed the Jelajah 1 Jiwa in conjunction with the agency’s 50^th golden jubilee anniversary.

The eight day convoy consisting of around 15 bikers include BERNAMA staff, Benelli Matters Community Club members and a few SYM motorcycle owners will be going across Peninsular Malaysia for the first series.

A total of five new Benelli motorcycles were donated by MForce Holdings Sdn Bhd to show their support which include a second series of the tour where they’ll cover Sabah and Sarawak as well.

The Malaysian National News Agency (BERNAMA) has organised a very special nationwide tour program dubbed the “Jelajah 1 Jiwa” in conjunction with its 50^th golden jubilee anniversary. The tour consists of around 15 bikers from the Benelli Matters Community Club, BERNAMA staff members and a few Sym scooter owners will be going across Peninsular Malaysia for eight days in their first tour series starting from 8 July 2017 to 15 July 2017. (more…)

Suter – The return of two-stroke awesomeness, now available for purchase!

Suter motorcycles are now available for purchase in North America thanks to their newly-formed partnership with Arch Motorcycles.

A variety of Suter race bikes can be bought by the public including the Suter MMX 500 MotoGP, MMX1 MotoGP, MMX2 Moto2 and MMX3 Moto3 race machines.

Arch Motorcycles will also benefit greatly from this technical partnership as Suter will assist in further bike developments and distribution of their models in the European market.

There’s no denying the fact that one of the most technologically advanced two-stroke motorcycles in the world to date is the Suter MMX 500. If you’re major two-stroke fan boys (or girls), the MMX 500 is the perfect bike to be put up as one the greatest room posters ever. But what if you want to own one of your very own? Well, now you can! (more…)

Ducati 1299 Panigale R Final Edition unveiled!

Finally, the Ducati 1299 Panigale R Final Edition has been launched at the WorldSBK US Round at the iconic Laguna Seca race track.

The final edition dressed elegantly in the iconic tricolore livery is essentially a watered down Superleggera but still packs a punch with 209hp.

Priced at $40,000 (around RM172,000), the last ever V-twin powered Panigale will give way to the next V-4 powered Ducati superbike which will hopefully be introduced at the end of this year.

Ducati has finally taken the covers of the highly awaited Ducati 1299 Panigale R Final Edition. As promised, the bike made its official debut at the WorldSBK US Geico Round at the legendary Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca which is happening this weekend. (more…)

BMW Motorrad presents BMW Motorrad Spezial – official custom parts for your motorcycles

BMW Motorrad has introduced the BMW Motorrad Spezial; a special range of customised parts for their Touring and Heritage models.

The customised parts address the ever growing demand of customising motorcycles and also for customers looking to add their own personal touches to their beloved bikes.

The Spezial range is said to be available worldwide beginning August 2017.

With the ever increasing demand of personalising motorcycles to add a touch of uniqueness to the bikes, BMW Motorrad has decided to expand their individualisation range with the introduction of the BMW Motorrad Spezial; a custom range that offer distinctive-design, performance-enhancing and exclusive customisation options ex works. (more…)

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