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Zontes Malaysia and JPJ Selangor Send Hari Raya Message

Zontes Malaysia and the Selangor state JPJ (Road Transport Department of Malaysia) sent a safe balik kampung message ahead of Hari Raya Puasa.
Event was held at the Bukit Jelutong Toll Plaza.
Zontes, JPJ and Prolintas handed out packages to motorists.

Zontes Malaysia and the Selangor state JPJ (Road Transport Department of Malaysia) sent a safe balik kampung message ahead of Hari Raya Puasa.

The proceedings took place today at the Bukit Jelutong Toll Plaza, as it’s the gateway to the Guthrie Corridor Expressway. JPJ officers gave away packages by Zontes Malaysia, the Guthrie Corridor Expressway concessionaire Prolintas Sdn. Bhd. and JPJ themselves.

Drivers were wished Selamat Hari Raya and to drive safely during their journeys back home for the celebrations. They rather surprised that to receive such packages from the JPJ. Many had expression of doubt and even fear when they saw JPJ officers waiting at the toll booths.

Indeed, many motorcycles were using the main carriageway instead of the fully-functional motorcycle lane. A number of riders made illegal U-turns against the traffic upon seeing the officers. Some even sped past the officers when waved to stop to receive packages It was an embarrassing and frustrating scene for those present at the event.

However, those who did use the motorcycle lanes received the packages and a well-earned pat on the back by the JPJ officers, besides being wished a good journey.

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Harley-Davidson to Build Bikes 400cc and Below?

Rumours say that Harley-Davidson is mooting to produce sub-400 model.
Engine capacities between 250cc to 400cc are being considered.
The bike may be intended for India and other Asian country.

Harley-Davidson motorcycles may be famous with their large capacity V-Twin engines, but rumours have it they may be looking into building new models that are 400cc and below.

While we need time to collate some hard data, it would seem that the riding public is increasingly shifting towards smaller, more accessible and cheaper models. Middleweight and lightweight bikes fit this bill, especially where a large proportion of motorcycle enthusiasts could not afford bikes that cost RM 80,000 and upwards.

Harley-Davidson realized this this many years ago, hence the introduction of the Street line-up which consists of three models i.e. Street 500, Street 750 and Street Rod. A such, the rumoured sub-400c bike will cost even lower.

The Motor Company may work with an Indian motorcycle manufacturer to achieve that end (the Street line-up is produced there) like BMW Motorrad and KTM.

Having a bike that’s cheaper and easier to ride may very well expose the Bar and Shield brand to more riders.

Rumours are also circulating that the new lightweight bike may make its appearance at EICMA in Milan later this year.

No rolling thunder (maybe), but you win the hearts of those could watch with sadness when a Big Twin Harley thunders by.

KTM 390 Adventure Ready for Production?

New spy shots show the KTM 390 Adventure looks ready for production.
Will there also be an off-road centric “R” model?
It should be launched at EICMA in November.

New spy shots show the KTM 390 Adventure looks ready for production. Please click here for the pictures.

Spy shots that appeared in MCN shows a bike that’s almost identical to the just-launched 790 Adventure. This is the closest it looks to being in a production-ready state since the first spy shots broke cover two years ago.

There will be almost no competition to the 390 Adventure in Malaysia as there is no other manufacturer who has such a bike, except for the BMW G 310 GS and Royal Enfield Himalaya.

The 390’s Adventure’s engine may probably be updated to provide for off-road applications, as was the 790’s LC8c parallel-Twin. Tractable torque is the name of the game for adventure/dual-purpose bike engines. Besides that, all manufacturers are preparing for the upcoming Euro 5 regulations.

However, will the new bike also include rides modes such as the 790 Adventure’s? Or more specifically, Rally Mode which allows the rider to select the level of engine response in addition to the traction control level on-the-fly.

MCN reported that the prototype is currently rolling on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear cast aluminium wheels. Will there be an off-road centric “R” version like most KTM road models? If there is, it may just be equipped with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels.

The KTM 390 Adventure should be launched at EICMA in November.

KTM European Q1 Sales Increase Surprised CEO

KTM unit sales in Europe increased by 10% in Q1 2019.
They moved a total of 261,000 bikes in Europe.
The result surprised even KTM CEO Stephan Pierer.

KTM unit sales in Europe increased by 10% in the first quarter (Q1) of the year. The result even took KTM CEO Stephan Pierer by surprise.

The Austrian giant moved 261,000 bikes in that period of time. In fact, the results not only the CEO but also us. There are many external forces that seem to force motorcycle sales down in the EU at the moment such as Brexit and political tensions. He also added that the news was “sensational.”

Given the buoyant news, Pierer wants to look to the future, which includes electric bikes. The manufacturer already has an electric in the Freeride E-XC but will sure tap into the non-offroad market as well. “E-bikes have become a huge market. As a large manufacturer, you have to there.”

Adding to the news, he also hopes that KTM can maintain the momentum and set a new target of selling 400,000 bikes worldwide by 2022.

They have has launched a number of new models recently, including the 790 Adventure, 790 Adventure R and 1290 Super Duke GT. We wonder how these models contributed to the number.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 Spotted Testing on Track

A Ducati Streetfighter V4 prototype was spotted being tested on a racetrack.
Ducati is expected to field a Streetfighter V4 prototype at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
The new bike will launched at EICMA.

A Ducati Streetfighter V4 prototype was spotted being tested on a racetrack.

The mouth-watering prospect began when Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali hinted that there will be more bikes built on the new Desmosedici Stradale V4 platform.

The grainy photos shared DDG magazine shows a bike with intakes taken directly off the Panigale V4. The headlights are mounted on pods ala Triumph Street and Speed Triple. Moving back, notice the tailsection is identical to the superbike, as well. The exhaust pipes are underslung, unlike the previous Streetfighter 848 and 1098.

But what’s more important is the engine. Or more specifically, how much power will the engine produce. The current KTM 1290 Super Duke R’s LC8 V-Twin engine makes 178 hp and is touted as the “most powerful super naked.” In view of that, we guess the Streefighter’s engine will be tuned to regions of 190 hp. That’s 23 hp down from the Panigale V4 but 213 hp for a naked bike is ridiculous.

The Streetfighter V4 is expected to make its first public appearance at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb starting 30^thJune.

It also ought to be officially launched at EICMA.

Hong Leong Yamaha recalls 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 and Yamaha XMAX

Hong Leong Yamaha Motors has initiated a recall for the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 and Yamaha XMAX.
The campaign covers the replacement of the brake lever.
It begins in mid-July, 2019.

Hong Leong Yamaha Motors has initiated a recall for the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 and Yamaha XMAX.

The recall involves replacing the brake lever as a safety precaution. The decision was made by Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. (i.e. Yamaha Japan). The campaign first began in the United States when dealers found a number of levers of the YZF-R3 snapping during hard braking.

Brittleness is usually associated with the presence of impurities in the metal during the casting process.

The Malaysian recall campaign will commence from mid-July onwards by region. Hong Leong Yamaha will strive to contact the owners of the affected bikes.

In the meantime, please refer to the table below for the range of chassis numbers involved.

Model

Frame Number

Component

YZF-R25 2019

Units that within the following frame numbers

PMYRG1520K0000127 – PMYRG1520K0000166

PMYRG1520K0000207 – PMYRG1520K0000246

PMYRG1520K0000247 – PMYRG1520K0000286

PMYRG1520K0000287 – PMYRG1520K0000326

PMYRG1520K0000327 – PMYRG1520K0000366

PMYRG1520K0000367 – PMYRG1520K0000406

PMYRG1520K0000407 – PMYRG1520K0000446

Brake Lever 2

XMAX

Units that within the following frame numbers

PMYSG4010K0001727 – PMYSG4010K0001766

PMYSG4010K0001767 – PMYSG4010K0001806

PMYSG4010K0001807 – PMYSG4010K0001846

PMYSG4010K0001847 – PMYSG4010K0001886

PMYSG4010K0001887 – PMYSG4010K0001926

PMYSG4010K0001927 – PMYSG4010K0001966

PMYSG4010K0001967 – PMYSG4010K0002006

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Zontes Malaysia and the Selangor state JPJ (Road Transport Department of Malaysia) sent a safe balik kampung message ahead of Hari Raya Puasa.

Event was held at the Bukit Jelutong Toll Plaza.

Zontes, JPJ and Prolintas handed out packages to motorists.

Rumours say that Harley-Davidson is mooting to produce sub-400 model.

Engine capacities between 250cc to 400cc are being considered.

The bike may be intended for India and other Asian country.

New spy shots show the KTM 390 Adventure looks ready for production.

Will there also be an off-road centric “R” model?

It should be launched at EICMA in November.

KTM unit sales in Europe increased by 10% in Q1 2019.

They moved a total of 261,000 bikes in Europe.

The result surprised even KTM CEO Stephan Pierer.

A Ducati Streetfighter V4 prototype was spotted being tested on a racetrack.

Ducati is expected to field a Streetfighter V4 prototype at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

The new bike will launched at EICMA.

Hong Leong Yamaha Motors has initiated a recall for the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 and Yamaha XMAX.

The campaign covers the replacement of the brake lever.

It begins in mid-July, 2019.

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