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Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia Announces Prices with 0% GST

Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia has officially released the prices of their motorcycles with 0% GST.
The bikes from Hinckley are now even more attractively priced.
The new price announcement coincides with the arrival of the Tiger 800 XCA and Tiger 800 XRT.

Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia has published the prices of their motorcycles, with 0% GST, in accordance to the Ministry of Finance’s announcement.

The new prices will be effective from 1^st June 2018 until 30^th June 2018. Please refer to the list below. Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Reductions for new motorcycles are between RM 3,000 to RM 6,0000, while price reduction for “Clearance Sale” models range between RM 2,937.06 to RM 5,603.77. However, it is safe for you to purchase your favourite Triumph now before 1^st June 2018 as Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia had launched their Price Protection Scheme earlier (please click on the link below for more information).

GST vs SST? Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia says don’t worry!

The new price announcement coincides with the arrival of the first 2018 Tiger 800 XCA and Tiger 800 XRT in Malaysia. The duo are the flagship models of the Triumph Tiger 800 range.

The Tiger 800 XCA and Tiger 800 XRT have extra features and accessories compared to the Tiger 800 XCX and Tiger 800 XRX we tested earlier in a few areas:

Fully LED headlights and distinctive running lights (XCA and XRT).
Heated seats (XCA and XRT).
6 TFT screen styles (XCA and XRT).

5 riding modes including an extra rider customizable mode (XRT).
6 riding modes including an extra rider customizable mode (XCA)

A pair of high-powered LED fog lamps (XCA only).
Off-road style footpegs (XCA only).
Adjustable front forks (XRT vs. XRX. The XCX and XCA have adjustable WP forks as standard).

Centre stand (XCA and XRT).
Aluminium radiator guard (XCA).

Now is the best time to bring home that Triumph you’ve been lusting for.

MotoGP: Andrea Dovizioso stays with Ducati until 2020!

Andrea Dovizioso has confirmed his seat with the Ducati MotoGP squad for 2019 and 2020.

The deal between the two parties was confirmed last night ahead of the HJC Helmets Grand Prix de France.

The future of Jorge Lorenzo is still uncertain at the moment.

After quite a number of riders confirming their seats for the 2019 and 2020 MotoGP seasons like Johann Zarco with KTM and Aleix Espargaro with Aprilia, the long-awaited extension for Andrea Dovizioso and Ducati has finally been confirmed, folks. (more…)

BMW Motorcycles Expected to be Cheaper

All manufacturers are gearing up for setting GST to 0% from 1^st June 2018.
These are the expected new prices of BMW motorcycles in Malaysia.
Time for a new BMW, perhaps?

BMW Motorrad Malaysia has revised the prices of BMW motorcycles in accordance with the Government’s directive to set the Goods & Services Tax (GST) to 0% beginning 1^st June 2018, in the interim before reimplementation of Sales & Services Tax (SST).

While we have not received an official line from BMW Motorrad Malaysia, reduction in price is definitely on the cards for every manufacturer.

Please refer to the table below. Please note that the prices are speculative at the moment in view of the said reinstatement of the SST later. BMW Motorrad lists their prices previously as “on-the-road without insurance with 6% GST,” thus we arrived at those figures below by subtracting 6% off the current price.

The S 1000 RR HP4 Race notwithstanding, we see a reduction of between RM 1,614.00 (G 310 R) to RM 10,194.00 (K 1600 GTL) in reduction across the board. But perhaps more interesting are the R 1200 GS lineup which sees a drop in prices between RM 6,174 (R 1200 GS) to RM 7,194.00 (R 1200 GS Adventure TFT).

Is this the best time to buy a new BMW? Yes, it is.

Another interesting note: In an interview earlier today, Tun Abdul Daim bin Zainuddin mentioned that the government is targeting an annual revenue of RM 30 billion through SST, against the RM 42 billion collected in 2017 through 6% GST. Does this mean SST will not be set at 10% as expected?

We do hope so.

2018 Harley-Davidsons Have Arrived at Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya

More of Harley-Davdison’s 2018 lineup have arrived at Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya.
There are three Softails and one Sportster.
Harley fans will now have a wider choice to choose from.

More long-awaited 2018 Harley-Davidson models have arrived at Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya today.

The new arrivals will give those who are interested in the thumping V-Twins of Milwaukee more choices to choose from. Most are from the Softail family but there is also a new Sportster, they are:

SOFTAIL SLIM

The Softail Slim is harked as a raw, vintage style Harley.
Blacked-out styling, ready for customization.
New LED headlamp.
All-new Softail frame that’s lighter and stiffer for better handling and comfort.
New high-performance forks and rear monoshock.
Now 16 kgs (35 lbs.) lighter than last year’s model.
Powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 107 cubic inch (1753 cc) engine which produces 149 Nm of torque.
Low-slung seat at 650 mm when laden.

SOFTAIL LOW RIDER

Low-slung and stretched stying of 70’s choppers.
Same iconic look of the Dyna Low Rider but on the all-new Softail frame.
New LED headlamp.
New high-performance forks and rear monoshock.
Cast alloy wheels.
Milwaukee-Eight 107 cubic inch (1753 cc) engine with 149 Nm of torque.
665 mm seat height when laden.

SOFTAIL HERITAGE CLASSIC

True nostalgia cruiser and original bagger.
Electronic cruise control.
Detachable windscreen.
LED headlamp.
Lockable and sealed soft saddlebags.
New high-performance forks and rear monoshock.
New high-performance forks and rear monoshock.
Milwaukee-Eight 107 cubic inch (1753 cc) engine with 149 Nm of torque or Milwaukee-Eight 114 cubic inch (1868 cc) engine with 161 Nm of torque.
680 mm seat height when laden.

ROADSTER

The most aggressive-looking Sportster.
Harley calls it the “tucked in” look.
1200cc air-cooled Sportster Evolution engine with 103 Nm of torque.
Blacked-out styling for a more sinister look.
“Slammed” handlebar for a more sporty riding position and new gauge.
New upside-down cartridge forks.
Dual floating front brake discs.

As you can see, the new Harley-Davidson models are not only drop dead gorgeous to look at, but the Motor Company have taken many steps to bring them on par with contemporary motorcycles as well. So, make your way to Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya to view these awesome bikes. You may also check out their Facebook page and official website.

Check out this 2018 HJC RPHA 11 Mike Wazowski from Monsters Inc!

Ahead of the HJC Helmets Grand Prix de France, HJC Helmets has launched the new 2018 HJC RPHA 11 Mike Wazowski helmet.

Their top-of-the-line sports helmet features the charismatic character from the movie, Monsters, Inc.

The US market will be able to purchase the new RPHA 11 at $599.99 (around RM2,382).

After the recent announcement of the superbly-unique HJC RPHA 11 Deadpool sports helmet, HJC Helmets again surprised us with something so “eye-catching”, it’s awkwardly beautiful. Just in time for the MotoGP round happening this weekend in France (sponsored by HJC, of course), they’ve released the 2018 HJC RPHA 11 Mike Wazowski from the movie Monster, Inc.! (more…)

MotoGP: Aleix Espargaro stays with Aprilia until 2020

Aleix Espargaro has confirmed his stay with the Aprilia Racing Team Gresini for the next two seasons.

A new two-year contract has been signed which means that the Spaniard will pilot the Aprilia RS-GP until the end of 2020.

No news about Aprilia’s second rider just yet.

Just before things kick off at the 2018 HJC Helmets Grand Prix de France, Aleix Espargaro has confirmed his contract extension with the Aprilia Racing Team Gresini squad for another two seasons. This means that the 28-year-old Spaniard will be piloting the Aprilia RS-GP until the end of 2020. (more…)

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Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia has officially released the prices of their motorcycles with 0% GST.

The bikes from Hinckley are now even more attractively priced.

The new price announcement coincides with the arrival of the Tiger 800 XCA and Tiger 800 XRT.

Andrea Dovizioso has confirmed his seat with the Ducati MotoGP squad for 2019 and 2020.

The deal between the two parties was confirmed last night ahead of the HJC Helmets Grand Prix de France.

The future of Jorge Lorenzo is still uncertain at the moment.

All manufacturers are gearing up for setting GST to 0% from 1st June 2018.

These are the expected new prices of BMW motorcycles in Malaysia.

Time for a new BMW, perhaps?

More of Harley-Davdison’s 2018 lineup have arrived at Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya.

There are three Softails and one Sportster.

Harley fans will now have a wider choice to choose from.