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Bajaj brings Husqvarna into Production Partnership with KTM

Bajaj has announced that they’ll kick-start the production of Husqvarna motorcycles by bringing into a production partnership with KTM.

The production partnership will see the Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 401 into production at Bajaj’s Chakan factory located in India which has been producing small capacity KTM models.

Bajaj stated that they have set their eyes on churning out around 100,000 KTM and Husqvarna models by the end of this year and will double that next year if all goes well.

Bajaj Auto Ltd has finally made a crucial and important decision to boost the production of Husqvarna motorcycles by bringing the brand into a production partnership with KTM. This interesting move will indeed enhance the output of Husqvarna and feed the demands of the market. (more…)

2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800 America revealed – RM64,500*

MV Agusta has unveiled their latest limited edition 2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800 America in conjunction with America’s 2017 Independence Day.

There will only be 50 units available in accordance with the number of US states and each one pays homage to the red, white and blue 1973 MV Agusta 750 S.

Each of the fifty limited edition Brutale 800 America is priced at $14,998 (around RM64,522* after direct conversion).

There’s a new limited edition MV Agusta and it is as American as it gets. Specially made for the American market, the new and very limited run is dubbed the 2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800 America. How limited, you ask? Well, there will only be 50 of these babies available ever and one needs to be super quick like the Brutale 800 to snatch one of your own. (more…)

BMW Motorrad Malaysia GS Trophy 2017 SEA Qualifier opens for Registration

BMW Motorrad Malaysia is inviting all BMW GS owners to join the BMW Motorrad Malaysia GS Trophy 2017 South East Asia Qualifier which will take place on the 12 to 13 August 2017.

The one winner of the two-day qualifying rounds will have the opportunity to represent Malaysia as part of the South East Asian team in the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy competition in Mongolia in 2018.

Registrations are open from now until 12 July 2017. All BMW GS owners are welcomed to join and participate in the qualifying rounds.

Calling all BMW GS owners! BMW Motorrad Malaysia has a challenge specifically for you. In conjunction with the BMW Motorrad Malaysia GS Trophy 2017 South East Asia Qualifier, all GS owners are invited to take part in the motorcycle riding endurance race covering a number of different riding terrains which will challenge your adventure riding skills and put them to the test. (more…)

2017 Hesketh Sonnet Cafe Racer Available Soon – Around RM145,000

Hesketh has announced that their 2017 Hesketh Sonnet cafe racer will be available sometime before September this year in the UK market.

Although there is no confirmed price just yet, it is said that the Sonnet will be priced around the £26,000 mark (around RM144,740).

The Sonnet is powered by a 2,100cc American S&S V-twin engine which produces 142hp and 210Nm of torque.

Back when it was introduced last year, the 2017 Hesketh Sonnet cafe racer is said to be arguably one of the most powerful and beautiful cafe racers of all time. Now, the British manufacturer of hand built luxury motorcycles has announced that the Sonnet will be available in the UK market sometime before September with a price said to be around the £26,000 mark (around RM144,740 after direct conversion). (more…)

TESTED: 2017 Modenas Pulsar RS200 & NS200 – “The Dynamic Duo”

Launched back in May 2017, Modenas introduced two brand new entries to the Malaysian market with the exciting 2017 Modenas Pulsar RS200 and NS200.

When it was launched, the NS200 was considered as a naked version of the RS200 but the differences are actually night and day.

We tested both bikes in different riding experiences and locations and both bikes offer great packages and affordable prices which we know will be a big hit here in Malaysia.

Launched back in May 2017, Modenas together with Bajaj Auto Limited formed a partnership that looked like the ultimate pairing to take over the market share majority here in Malaysia. While there are many models that Modenas could’ve pick for rebadging purposes here in the country, they’ve made a very interesting choice and went ahead with the Pulsar RS200 and NS200. (more…)

Why checking out your Bike’s Valve Clearance is Important

Getting your bike’s valve clearance checked out is important to make sure that the engine is running smoothly and at its optimum range.

If your bike is suffering from symptoms like difficulties to start especially in the morning or lost of power even though you’ve sent it for regular servicing, it’s time to get the valve clearances checked out.

Not maintaining proper valve clearance can result in not only lost of power of start up difficulties but also potential catastrophic engine failure or engine blows.

Having trouble getting your previous motorcycle started especially in the morning when it’s nice and cold? Feeling like your motorcycle is not running as powerful as it used to when brand new even though you regularly get it serviced? If you say yes, then we reckoned that it’s about time you get the engine’s valve clearance adjusted. (more…)

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