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2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 Launched by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor launched the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 lightweight sportbike today.
It features a new styling and bodywork, inspired by the MotoGP YZR-M1.
The 2019 bike is mechanically unchanged, apart from upside-down forks.

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) launched another eagerly-awaited model, the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25.

The first-generation YZF-R25 (R25) found popular standing among many Malaysian motorcyclists. Sales was kept going despite being in the market since 2015. HLYM sold thousands of R25s since its introduction.

That is why there are many R25 owner clubs in Malaysia. In fact, thousands will show up for official convoys, including the annual ride to the Malaysian MotoGP.

The 2019 R25 features a new bodywork and styling, mimicking its larger YZF-R6 brother. Indeed, it’s easy to mistake the new R25 for the new R6 due to the multifaceted fairing, new aggressive headlights and taillight, and tail-section. The headlights and taillight are LED.

However, the engine and frame remain unchanged, although the 2019 model features upside-down forks.

Yamaha claims the new R25 gets an 8 km/h increase in top speed.

Highlights

Aggressive, MotoGP YZR-M1 inspired styling.
249cc, liquid-cooled, 8-valve, parallel-twin engine.
The engine produces 35.5 bhp at 12,000 RPM, 22.6 Nm at 10,000 RPM.
Updated LCD instrument display.
New upside-down fork front suspension for chassis rigidity and feedback.
Rear shock absorber with preload adjuster.
New LED headlights and taillight.
New 3-in-1 main switch inspired by Yamaha big bikes.
14.3-liter fuel tank.
166 kg wet weight.

HLYM will announce the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25’s price at a later date. It is offered in two colours: Metallic Blue and a new Matt Red.

The bike was launched at HLYM’s annual Dealer Conference in Genting Highlands.

2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT Launched by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (from 58,888)

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor launched the 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT sport-tourer today.
It is an evolution of the “standard” MT-09/Tracer 900 and with many revisions.
Its GT name reflects the Gran Turismo spirit of a performance tourer, which carries its rider over long distances in speed and comfort.

Finally! The 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT was launched by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor today.

After months of waiting the middleweight sport-tourer, three-cylinder Tracer 900 GT is here. The bike is the next step in the evolution of the Yamaha Tracer 900, and it carries more features over the “standard” Tracer. As the GT (Gran Turismo) name suggests, Yamaha promises the bike to carry the rider over long distances with more comfort while at speed.

But the GT is not just a kitted-out standard Tracer 900. Instead, Yamaha has carried many revisions to arrive at the GT.

Highlights

847cc, inline-three-cylinder, crossplane crankshaft, engine.
The engine produces 115 bhp at 10,000 RPM, 87.5 Nm at 8,500 RPM.
Quick Shift system.
Adjustable windscreen.
Cruise Control system.
New Thin Film Transistor (TFT) instrument display (no more “TV screen” from the old Super Tenere).

Fully-adjustable front suspension.
Adjustable rear shock absorber with new remote preload adjuster.

YCC-T Yamaha Computer Controlled Throttle (ride-by-wire throttle).
D-Mode ride modes with integrated Traction Control System (TCS) and ABS.

60mm longer swingarm to keep more weight over the front wheel.
30mm longer passenger footpegs for more comfort.
Narrower handlebar.

Comfort seats.
Full-LED lighting all-around.

The 2019 Yamaha Tracer GT is priced at RM 58,888 (basic selling price with SST but not on-the-road). Its competitive pricing will place it as a serious contender of the Malaysian middleweight sport-touring market.

The bike was launched at HLYM’s annual Dealer Conference in Genting Highlands. Keep following us today as HLYM will also launch the 2019 YZF-R25 tonight.

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Clean Your Fuel System with Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles

Chevron Malaysia Limited (Caltex) launched the Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles fuel system cleaner additive.
Every motor vehicle’s fuel system must be cleaned of harmful deposits from time to time.
A 75ml bottle is priced at RM9.90 only and available from Caltex petrol stations.

Now you can clean your fuel system effectively with Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles.

We’ve said a number of times before, petrol leaves residues over time. While petrol may be corrosive to your bare skin or other materials, its volatility evaporates over time. It will leave behind a yellowish gummy varnish-like residue in your fuel system when that happens.

A gummed up carburetor. Varnishing can happen in fuel injection systems too

You can experiment with this. Leave some petrol in a clear jug or beaker. After a few days, pour away the fuel and you will notice a yellowish residue sticking to the container. So, all fuel systems need cleaning from time to time.

Here are two testimonies after using the product:

This writer

His motorcycle was having problems starting just three months after replacing the fuel pump. But one day, he happened on Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles being displayed on the cashier window of a Caltex station. He had used the Techron Concentrate a few years before but this time it was for motorcycles in a smaller pack.

He poured the contents into his fuel tank and the hard-starting problem was solved in less than 100 kilometres later. The problem has not resurfaced for the last six months.

A Motorcyclist magazine reader:

This writer remembers a letter published in Motorcyclist Magazine a long time ago.

The motorcycle owner also had problems starting his bike’s engine in addition to it backfiring and juddering while riding. His mechanic recommended to replace the whole bank of carburetors and ignition coils. Aghast at the huge amount, he decided to give Techron Concentrate a try. The product cured his problem, consequently saving him huge sums of money.

According to Chevron (Caltex), the Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles cleans the petrol fuel system using their Precision Clean technology. This fuel additive works at molecular levels to soften the deposits (remember the yellowish gummy stuff?) found in the motorcycle fuel system. The deposits are loosened and suspended in the fuel.

They are then combusted along with the fuel or pushed out through the exhaust.

One 75ml bottle of Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles can help to restore lost engine power, maximise fuel economy, protect against corrosion, reduce harmful emission, rid of rough idle, control deposits, as a result of cleaning the entire fuel system.

How to use Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles:

Visit a Caltex service station and get yourself a bottle or two of Techron® Concentrate Plus for Motorcycle (be sure your gas tank is near empty at this point).
Pour the entire content of one bottle into the empty tank. NOTE: One 75ml bottle per 6 litres of petrol.
Fill up your tank with your favourite petrol until it’s full. The cleaning starts as you ride away!
For best results, use the product every 3,000 km.

A 75ml bottle of Techron® Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles is priced at only RM9.90. The product is sold at all Caltex petrol stations.

For more information on the premium fuel additive, Caltex^®and its products, please visit www.caltex.com/myor https://www.facebook.com/Caltex.Malaysia/.

Malaysian Components in SURU Scrambler – World’s First Scrambler e-bike

SURU Inc. uses Malaysian-made components to build the world’s first scrambler e-bike.
SURU builds their bikes in Canada to ensure high quality.
The SURU Scrambler is practical for urban and country mobility.

SURU Inc. introduced the world’s first scrambler e-bike.

SURU Inc. builds their bikes in Canada to ensure high quality. However, their key technological partner is a Malaysian tech firm called Ezee Kinetic. Ezee Kinetic is based just outside Kuala Lumpur. As such, the components used to make SURU bikes originate from Malaysia.

The SURU Scrambler is based on the SURU One Fifty, which is regarded as the “Honda Super Cub of e-bikes.” The Scrambler expands upon the One Fifty’s strengths and innovations to turn it into a practical town and country mobility vehicle.

The team behind the SURU Scrambler is the same folks who created the Amarok P1 electric motorcycle. Among them is the award-winning designer Michael Uhlarik.

“Many people love the look and feel of a café racer and dirt track style motorcycle,” observed Uhlarik. “But getting into motorcycling can be intimidating. The e-bike offers the ideal platform for all kinds of people to dive into the fun of the custom motorcycle experience without fear or high cost.”

Therefore, the SURU Scrambler seeks to open up the two-wheeled experience to a wider, younger audience.

SURU’s philosophy is to integrate motorcycle-grade engineering into lightweight and elegant e-bike designs. The SURU aluminium monocoque features a removable and lockable battery. The power electronics are contained inside the monocoque, protecting it from the weather and theft.

The frame is offered in 6 graphic designs. However, the owner can customize it.

All SURU bikes are street legal. Top speed is 32 km/h. Range is up to 70 km using the battery with the throttle only. The user may choose to pedal, if he so wishes. It takes 3.5 to fully recharge through a household electrical outlet.

Please visit www.ridesuru.comfor more information.

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MotoGP: Number 69 to be Retired to Honour Nicky Hayden

Dorna will retire number 69 from Grand Prix racing in honour of the late-Nicky Hayden.
It will take effect from the US MotoGP round in Austin, Texas.
Hayden passed away in 2017 after he was hit by a car while cycling in Italy.

The number 69 will be retired from Grand Prix racing in honour to the “Kentucky Kid” Nicky Hayden. It will take effect from the US MotoGP in Austin, Texas.

Other competitors will not be able to use number 69 as their race number.

Hayden was 2006 MotoGP Champion, after beating out Valentino Rossi. Hayden’s journey in MotoGP took him from Repsol Honda to the Ducati Team and back to Aspar Honda, before he moved to World Superbikes.

But in 2017, the world was shocked to hear that he had been hit by a car while cycling in Italy. Almost no one wanted to believe when he passed away days later.

“What a great honour it will be for Nicky’s #69 to be retired at Austin,” said Hayden’s father, Earl. “It is very fitting that it will be done at the US race as these races meant so much to Nicky and he looked forward to them so much every year.”

“For myself in particular this will be very special event because the #69 was my number when I raced, and I was very proud to see Nicky run the #69 on his bikes for his entire career.”

“On behalf of my entire family I would like to say a special thanks to Dorna for honoring Nicky in this special way along with the many other gestures they have done to support us through the difficult times.”

“I’m proud to announce that the number 69 will be retired from Grand Prix racing,” said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports. “Nicky Hayden was one of the biggest assets to this paddock and a fantastic example as a rider both on track and off.”

Source: MotoGP

Get more “ONG” this Chinese New Year at Ducati Petaling Jaya with these Exclusive Promotions

Ducati Petaling Jaya is carrying out promotions for this Chinese New Year.
A number of Ducati models are offered with special deals.
Time to get your “ONG” on!

Ducati Petaling Jaya is sending more “ONG” your way this Chinese New Year with the Gong Xi Ducati promotions.

Do not miss these specials:

1. Panigale V4S

Purchase the world’s best-selling superbike of 2018 and receive an exhaust package*.

The Panigale V4S features groundbreaking engine dynamics, advanced suspension system and more electronica to make the Space Shuttle blush.

Of course, you could enjoy the rush of 213 Italian horses as you own the road and track.

What is a Panigale without that authentic Italian L-Twin roar, after all?

2. Mutistrada 1200 Enduro

Need to cure your wanderlust? Wonderful on the road and fully capable in the rough stuff, the Multistrada 1200 Enduro is the perfect medicine!

What’s more, its Testastretta DVT engine provides the punch so buttery smooth.

Purchase a Mutlstrada 1200 Enduro and receive an exclusive touring jacket and helmet!*

3. Scrambler 1100 Sport

The Scrambler has come of age with the Scrambler 1100 Sport. Gobs of torque, delivered smoothly through Ducati’s advanced ride modes and traction control system. Sweep through turns or trash it out in the rough and be awed by the fully adjustable Ohlins suspension system.

Purchase a Scrambler 1100 Sport and receive an exclusive exhaust package.* Time to liberate that sweet L-Twin soundtrack!

4. Hypermotard 939

The Hypermotard is essense of what a fun bike should be – extremely manoeuverable, highly chuckable and the propensity to monowheel all the way home.

Puchase a Hupermotard 939 and receive an exclusive leather jacket!*

5. Panigale 959 Corse

The Panigale 959 is a baby Panigale? No, it is a bike to be contended on its own. 158 bhp is not to be sneezed at.

The 959cc, Testastretta L-Twin produces a lively ride with that trademark Ducati soul.

Purchase a Panigale 959 Corse and receive an exclusive helmet!*

*All items are available in limited stock and subject to Terms & Conditions.

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Hong Leong Yamaha Motor launched the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R25 lightweight sportbike today.

It features a new styling and bodywork, inspired by the MotoGP YZR-M1.

The 2019 bike is mechanically unchanged, apart from upside-down forks.

Highlights

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor launched the 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT sport-tourer today.

It is an evolution of the “standard” MT-09/Tracer 900 and with many revisions.

Its GT name reflects the Gran Turismo spirit of a performance tourer, which carries its rider over long distances in speed and comfort.

Highlights

PICTURE GALLERY

Chevron Malaysia Limited (Caltex) launched the Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles fuel system cleaner additive.

Every motor vehicle’s fuel system must be cleaned of harmful deposits from time to time.

A 75ml bottle is priced at RM9.90 only and available from Caltex petrol stations.

Here are two testimonies after using the product:

This writer

How to use Techron Concentrate Plus for Motorcycles:

SURU Inc. uses Malaysian-made components to build the world’s first scrambler e-bike.

SURU builds their bikes in Canada to ensure high quality.

The SURU Scrambler is practical for urban and country mobility.

PICTURE GALLERY

Dorna will retire number 69 from Grand Prix racing in honour of the late-Nicky Hayden.

It will take effect from the US MotoGP round in Austin, Texas.

Hayden passed away in 2017 after he was hit by a car while cycling in Italy.

Ducati Petaling Jaya is carrying out promotions for this Chinese New Year.

A number of Ducati models are offered with special deals.

Time to get your “ONG” on!

1. Panigale V4S

2. Mutistrada 1200 Enduro

3. Scrambler 1100 Sport

4. Hypermotard 939

5. Panigale 959 Corse

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