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The much awaited Triumph Speed 400 and Triumph Scrambler 400 X were launched in Malaysia, over the weekend.

Both models represent what Triumph calls the T-Series. They offer an easier accessibility into the Triumph lifestyle and incredible value, with prices starting from just RM 26,900 to RM 29,900. It may also serve as the lightweight everyday big bike for those who already bigger cc bikes, especially in the urban environment.

The range of models take their design cues from the ever-popular Triumph Bonneville 900 and 1200 lineups, thus classifying them as modern retros, or the standard motorcycle.

However, as with all Triumphs, there is nothing “standard” (read: low end) about these two bikes, despite the lower capacity and price.

Features shared by both variants:
  • All-new fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, four-valve, 398cc engine.
  • The valvetrain features low-inertia finger followers with DLC (diamond-like coating).
  • It produces 39.5 hp (40 PS) at 8,000 RPM and 37.5 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM.
  • It needs to be said that although the bike and engine are produced at the Bajaj plant, they are Triumph’s specifications and designs.
  • 6-speed transmission with torque assist clutch.
  • Machined and concealed liquid-cooling fins.
  • Black powder-coated engine casings.
  • Bosch engine management with ride-by-wire throttle and traction control.
  • Bosch dual-channel ABS as standard, but the rear ABS on the Scrambler 400 X can be turned off for off-road riding.
  • Analog speedometer with integrated LCD screen.
  • All-around LED lighting, with signature Triumph DRL (daytime running light).
Highlights of the Triumph Speed 400

The Speed model lineup is geared towards performance.

  • Accessible seat height of 790 mm.
  • Lightweight at just 170 kg, wet.
  • 43mm Big Piston, upside-down forks up front, 140mm travel.
  • A monoshock with internal reservoir at the back, 130mm travel.
  • 17-inch wheels front and rear.
  • Large, 300mm front brake disc clamped by a powerful 4-piston caliper. The brake hoses are steel braided.
Highlights of the Triumph Scrambler 400 X

As the name suggests, this variant has some off-road capabilities, as such, there are several key differences to the Speed 400.

  • 19-inch front wheel, 17-inch rear wheel.
  • 43mm big piston, upside-down forks up front, 150mm travel.
  • Gas RSU monoshock with external reservoir at the back, adjustable for preload, 150mm travel.
  • 320mm front brake disc, served by a four-piston caliper. Brake hoses are steel braided.
  • Longer wheelbase compared to the Speed 400.
  • Larger steel brake pedal, and high-grip footpegs for standing riding position.
  • 179 kg wet weight.
Price and availability

As mentioned earlier, pricing is truly attractive.

  • Triumph Speed 400:  RM 26,900
  • Triumph Scrambler 400 X: RM 29,900

They are open for booking from now. Please head to Triumph Motorcycle Malaysia’s official FB page for more details.

The 35-year-old woman who stopped the vehicle she was driving before crossing the road on foot and causing the death of a motorcyclist has been remanded for two days.

Temerloh District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Mazlan Hassan, said the passenger of the female vehicle involved, a 37-year-old Chinese man, was also remanded for three days to assist in the investigation.

“They were remanded from today for further investigation following the accident that involved the death of a man at the scene of the incident,” he said when contacted today.

In an incident at about 4pm yesterday at KM98.6 East Coast Highway 1 (LPT1) in the East direction, a 34-year-old man who worked as a musician at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) died after the high-powered motorcycle he was riding crashed into a Mitsubishi Triton pickup.

Preliminary investigation found that the accident occurred as soon as the pickup driver hit the brakes after the woman driving a Mitsubishi Pajero jeep stopped on the left shoulder of the road before crossing to the right of the road.

“At the same time, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 type motorcycle that the victim was riding came from behind hit the pickup, before the victim fell in the fast lane while his motorcycle was thrown into the back of the vehicle,” he said.

The case is being investigated under Section 304(A) of the Penal Code for negligence causing death, he said.

Datuk Razlan Razali plans to start a new Moto3 team and it must have a Malaysian rider. He said, “I don’t want to have only an European rider, I want Malaysian a rider as well” in the team.

He said this because there was a request from a potential investor in Europe for him to run a Moto3 team in the 2025 World Motorcycle Championship.

This is a great opportunity to include a national talent like Hakim Danish Ramli who is currently competing in the JuniorGP World Championship and the Red Bull Rookies Cup.

“Last week, there was a request from sponsors and potential investors (from Europe) asking me to come back, at least for a Moto3 team. They have a rider they want to bring in but want their own team.

“So I used that opportunity, maybe one European rider and another Malaysian rider. For me, if I want to make a Moto3 team, I don’t want the team to be all from Europe (riders), I want to include Malaysian riders as well,” he said.

Datuk Razlan also wants Zulfahmi Khairuddin who leads the ZK Racing team to participate in the project.

“I also have to get Zulfahmi’s opinion on whether I want KTM (machinery). If Moto3 is between Honda and KTM, KTM is better and things like this have to be planned well,” said Razlan.

He expects the final decision about it may be known before the Grand Prix (GP) of Kazakhstan, mid-June.

The CFMoto 800NK wins the Red Dot Award for product design. CFMoto is now the first Chinese manufacturer of large capacity internal combustion engines (ICE) to receive the prestigious award.

The award means something special for the Hangzhou-based company, who are celebrating their 35th anniversary this year.

The 800NK is the flagship model of the NK range. As CFMoto is KTM’s technical partner, it utilises the 799cc parallel-twin engine that is shared with the 890 Duke R and 890 Adventure.

Receiving the award is an honour to the the CFMoto Design and R&D Departments. The company says that their bikes’ designs were defined through their two wheel Design Director Charles Solsona, who is based tat CFMoto’s R&D Centre in Italy.

Solsona said, “To win the prestigious Red Dot Award is a great result for the whole team. The 800NK embodies the core values of our Brand: design, technology and performance, and this achievement is a great way to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of our company, as well as recognising our commitment to developing our own design philosophy.”

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor has launched the 2024 Yamaha NVX, with four new colours.

The perky performance scooter is still a favourite among many Malaysian riders, despite being launched way back in 2017. Seven years is a long production run, and the bike has seen some revisions cosmetics and design wise during that time. That popularity has to do with its sporty demeanour and handling.

Standard version in BLUE

The 2024 version features four stylish colours, separated into two respectively for each of the two versions of the Yamaha NVX. Meaning, the standard, non-ABS version gets the Blue, or Bronze colours, while the ABS version gets the Cyan Sky, and Premium Navy colours.

Standard version in CYAN

Click here for our review of the Yamaha NVX

Its ABS system made its debut in the 2023 edition and is single-channel which serves only the front wheel, while the rear wheel is (still) served by a drum brake. But to us, having an ABS at the front is much more useful because it is not easy to control a skidding front tyre!

ABS version in CYAN SKY

The engine remains unchanged, featuring the single-cylinder, 155cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) powerplant which also powers the Yamaha Y16ZR and Yamaha YZF-R15. It produces 15 hp (11.3 kW) at 8,000 RPM, and 13.9 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM.

ABS version in PREMIUM NAVY

The ABS version features higher-spec rear shock absorbers with sub-tank, smart key, and stop-start idling system to enhance fuel efficiency.

Hong Leong Yamaha says the new colours will be available at all authorised Yamaha dealers nationwide from 24 April 2024. The recommended retail price for the standard version is RM 9,998.00, while the ABS version is priced at RM 11,698. These prices are not on-the-road. Every buyer comes with a Yamaha disc lock worth RM 100.

The motorcycle world had plenty of groundbreaking innovations in the 80’s and early 90’s but that seems to have slowed down since. But let us leave it to the Chinese to do it now. Just last week, rumours were rampant of a GWM 8-cylinder motorcycle engine and the drawings from the company’s patent submissions made rounds on the internet. There was also speculation that the engine will break cover at the Beijing Motor Show, which begins today.

Well, our man Keshy Dhillon is at the show and look what he ran into. The actual prototype of the engine!

This is GWM (Great World Motor) going for the Honda Gold Wing’s jugular. But instead of settling for some established engine formats i.e. Boxer and inline-six (BMW), V-Twin (CFMoto), V-four (Yamaha and Kawasaki), and the flat-six (Gold Wing), GWM ups the ante by going eight (auspicious number for the Chinese, anyway).

The flat-eight is believed to displace approximately 2000cc, higher than the current Gold Wing’s 1833cc. Both engines feature similar architecture, with the transmission tucked underneath to shorten the entire package. There is a huge alternator toward the back, and of course, it is necessary to support all the electrical and electronics the rider and his passenger would lug along. GWM is said to be developing a dual-clutch, semi-auto gearbox similar to Honda’s DCT, too.

There are several standouts here: Check out the quality of the casting on those cases.

Not shown in these pictures are the dual-overhead cams underneath those beautifully polished valve covers, upping the Gold Wing’s SOHC. The patent drawings illustrate the side-mounted radiators, following Honda’s cooling solution.

But that was as much as the GWM 8-cylinder motorcycle engine was shown in the Beijing show. However, there was a footage of GWM’s Chairman showing a Xiaomi SU7 gifted to him, and there in the background was a touring motorcycle peeking out underneath a black cover.

So, let us wait a little further and see the final product.

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