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2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally Launched

The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally has been revealed, featuring some revisions to the first version launched just 3 years ago.

Before we move on, let us draw a deep (and deeper) breath as the new bike is equipped with almost everything in the alphabet.

Highlights

Still powered by the madcap 1158cc, Granturism0 V4 engine, which produces 170 hp at 10,750 RPM and 121 Nm at 8,750 RPM.
Ducati says that it delivers “a particularly linear torque curve,” but we wonder that means they have addressed the engine’s slightly anaemic power delivery at lower revs and speeds.
As per the Panigale V4/V4 S, Multistrada V4/V4 S, and Diavel V4/V4 S models, the engine deactivates the rear cylinder bank while in a standstill and at low revs,to save fuel and cut down on emissions.
The Granturismo V4 features conventional valvetrain, as opposed to Ducati’s Desmo, thus valve clearance interval is set at 60,000 km.
As for servicing, the interval is every 15,000 km.
To boost off-road capabilities, the suspension on the Rally has 200 mm of travel for both front and rear axles, increasing ground clearance to 230 mm.

Speaking of suspension, the 2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally boasts a new electronic semi-active Marzocchi suspension, called Adaptive DSS Evo.
It allows for adjustment of the preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping of the fork and rear shock absorber.
Sensors can even tell if you are riding over a bump or into a pothole, and adjusts the damping accordingly. (Superb for Malayian roads!)
The suspension is equipped with a (switchable) Automatic Lowering Device (ALD) which drops the bike’s seat height when speeds go below 9 km/h – great for trudging in off-road conditions or riding through heavy traffic.
It then returns to the normal set height when you hit 20 km/h off-road, or 45 km/h on the road.
Suspension settings can be made while the bike is moving.

Its algorithm works in conjunction with the Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), which in turn sends data to the ABS, ECBS, EBC, DTC, DWC, ACC, BSD, BSW, FCW, BLE control units or servos. But wait, no karaoke function? (Just kidding.)
Other electronic features include Electronic Combined Braking System, and Adaptive Cruise Control which utilises the bike’s radar.
The radar also runs the blind-spot detection and forward collision warning features.
The TFT screen measures 6.5 inches and through it, you can select your riding modes, Ducati Connect, suspension control, and more.
Ducati pays a lot of attention to aerodynamic of course, not just for their MotoGP bikes. As such, the Multistrada V4 Rally has front wind deflectors that increase protection for the rider and passenger.
The windshield is also 40 mm wider and 20 mm taller.
Additionally, the pannier mounting positions have been revised to “provide ample legroom for the passenger.”
Wheels are spoked aluminium.
Last but not least, the bike is equipped with a 30-litre fuel tank.
Colour options are Ducati Red/Brushed Aluminium with black spoked wheels, and Jade Green/Brushed Aluminium with gold spoked wheels.

The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally is priced from USD31,995 (MYR135,194.81)

Marc Marquez not Racing in Malaysian MotoGP

MotoGP champion Marc Marquez will not participate in the 2025 Malaysian MotoGP after suffering a fracture and ligament injury to his right shoulder in a crash at the Indonesian Grand Prix (GP), according to his Ducati team. He will also miss the race in Australia.

Ducati stated that Marquez: “Suffered a fracture at the base of the coracoid process and a ligament injury in the right shoulder.

“Clinical examination and radiological assessment ruled out any connection to previous injuries and confirmed there is no significant bone displacement.”

Marquez could still potentially compete in the Portuguese GP (November 7-9) and the Valencia GP (November 14-16), but he stressed that he will not rush the recovery process.

“My goal is to return before the season ends, but without rushing and going against the doctors’ advice,” said the Spanish rider.

“Both my personal and the team’s goals have already been achieved, so the priority now is to recover properly and return to 100% fitness.”

Marquez’s motorcycle was hit by Aprilia factory team rider Marco Bezzecchi during the main race at the Mandalika circuit in Indonesia. The collision caused both riders to be thrown onto the gravel trap at high speed, with Marquez appearing to be in pain after tumbling through the air before landing.

Marquez, who won his seventh MotoGP championship at the Japanese GP last month, was seen hunched over in pain at the side of the track for several minutes before slowly getting up while holding his shoulder.

This latest injury is to the same shoulder as the arm he broke at the 2020 Spanish GP in Jerez, an incident that forced him to take a long break and undergo a series of surgeries.

Yamaha LC135 Auctioned for RM150 in JPJ Auction

A Yamaha LC135 received a bid of RM150, while a Perodua Myvi received a bid of RM26,000 through the Public Auction Series 2/2025 organized by the Kuala Lumpur Road Transport Department (JPJ). These bid prices were the lowest and highest, respectively.

A total of 149 vehicles were successfully auctioned off, with total collections reaching RM257,100.

Kuala Lumpur JPJ Director Hamidi Adam said that 150 vehicles were offered in this public auction, which took place here today.

“This program is JPJ’s continuous initiative in managing seized assets transparently and with integrity.

“At the same time, it provides an opportunity for the public to own vehicles at affordable prices,” he said in a statement.

Hamidi said that of the 150 vehicles offered for auction, 128 were motorcycles, 13 were cars, three were vans, and six were rigid lorries.

“This public auction also showed keen interest and active participation from the public.

“Execution records also show an increase in terms of public participation and the effectiveness of the program conducted periodically,” he said.

According to him, during the Public Auction Series 1/2025 on May 21st, 124 vehicles were offered and all were successfully auctioned, with revenue collection of RM237,000.

He said it involved a highest bid of RM27,000 for a rigid tipper/dumper lorry and a lowest bid of RM200 for a motorcycle for scrap.

“JPJ WPKL records its highest appreciation to all participants and parties involved in making this program a success,” he said.

Meanwhile, Hamidi said the public is encouraged to follow JPJ’s official channels for the latest information on upcoming auctions.

Op Grip – MACC Freezed 16 Company, 25 Individual Accounts

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has frozen 16 company bank accounts and 25 individual bank accounts involved in an investigation into tyre smuggling and the forgery of tyre import and export documents.

The agency provided this latest update after conducting seizures through “Op Grip” on September 29, 2025.

In this latest seizure, the MACC, via the Malaysian Agency Enforcement Task Force (MATF), also seized four immovable assets valued at approximately RM13 million. The total amount in the frozen bank accounts is estimated to be up to RM70 million.

In this development, MACC Deputy Chief Commissioner (Prevention) Datuk Azmi Kamaruzaman said the MACC has now opened a governance investigation paper related to the case.

“The Governance Investigation Division (BPT) will conduct a documentary investigation related to the procurement of the tyres, as these tyres were found to be unregistered and there are elements of smuggling or illegal importation which could pose consumer safety risks,” he said here today.

BH yesterday reported that the MACC froze and seized a total of assets worth RM83 million in “Ops Grip,” involving an investigation into tyre smuggling that has resulted in hundreds of millions of ringgit in government tax losses.

Among the assets frozen were private bank accounts and company accounts, with the total estimated amount being RM70 million.

Other assets seized, on suspicion of being acquired through money laundering activities, include six plots of land used as sites for warehouses/containers valued at RM4.5 million and two units of two-storey terrace houses with an estimated value of RM2 million.

Also seized was one unit of a townhouse with an estimated value of RM2 million and one unit of a four-storey shoplot valued at RM4 million.

JPJ Selangor to Auction 200 Vehicles on 5 November

The Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) will auction 200 various types of vehicles on November 5. The public auction sale will be held in the compound of Dewan Setia, Selangor JPJ, Jalan Padang Jawa, Section 16, Shah Alam.

Selangor JPJ also informed that the vehicles to be auctioned are divided into two categories: those that can be licensed and those that cannot be licensed.

The tender documents containing vehicle details and special sale conditions can be obtained at the Selangor JPJ Management Services Division from October 29 to November 4, from 10 am to 4 pm, at a cost of RM100 cash per copy.

“Interested members of the public need to bring their original identity card or a copy when purchasing the public auction tender documents.

“After payment, the tender documents can be claimed at the Enforcement Division by bringing the original receipt as proof of payment,” JPJ said in a statement today.

Furthermore, Selangor JPJ informed that this auction is open only to Malaysian citizens, and the vehicles to be auctioned will be displayed for public inspection on November 3 and 4 from 9 am to 4 pm.

“Any inquiries can be directed to Selangor JPJ at 03-5566945

New Colour for 2025 Yamaha MT-09

There is a new colour for the 2025 Yamaha MT-09, called Lightning Blue. The previous Tech Black is still available.

The MT-09 is a long-running model since its launch in 2014, and had undergone several updates. But perhaps more importantly is its affordable pricing for a sub-900cc bike.

Yamaha says that the subframe has been redesigned, in addition to the suspension’s spring rate.

Elsewhere, all other parts are unchanged, including the 890cc, inline-triple engine, which produces 117 hp (87.5 kW) at 10,000 RPM and 93.0 Nm at 7,000 RPM. Apart from that the bike features personalised ridemodes via the Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) function, intuitive switchgear, and cruise control.

This new colour will be available at all authorized Yamaha Big Bike dealers nationwide starting from 09th October 2025, with a recommended retail price of RM57,998.00 excluding registration fees and insurance coverage.