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Suzuki Released New Burgman Street 125EX Scooter At Intermot

Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX is the third scooter to join its new 125cc range after introducing Address and Avenis 125 in July.

Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX features a new SEP engine.
The Burgman Street 125EX offers better handling and riding stability.

Like its bigger sibling, the Burgman 400, the smaller Burgman Street 125EX is positioned as the firm’s flagship 125 range.

Like the Address and Avenis 125, the Burgman Street 125EX also features Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP) engine.

Although the Burgman shares a similar base architecture as the Address and Avenis, the former is equipped with Suzuki’s latest SEP motor.

As a result, the Burgman makes 8.48hp @ 6,500rpm and 10Nm @ 5,500rpm.

According to Suzuki, the new ‘alpha’ version of the SEP engine also boasts high fuel economy levels and operates at a quieter level.

Other new features available from the new engine include Engine Auto Stop-Start, a new idle system and a new Silent Start System.

Other notable features include:

two helmet hooks
21 L under-seat storage
two closable front compartments
USB port

The Burgman Street 125EX also offers additional stability thanks to a longer wheelbase than the Address and Avenis 125.

Meanwhile, braking is done via 130mm drum brakes and regulated by a combined braking system (CBS).

The 2023 Burgman Street 125EX scooter will only be available next year.

Pre-Orders For Damon HyperSport Hits RM417 Million

High-performance electric motorcycles manufacturer Damon Sports has announced it has hit USD90 million in pre-orders for the Damon HyperSport and Damon HyperFighter motorcycles.

Damon Motor to launch the HyperSport and HyperFighter motorcycle soon.
Pre-orders for the HyperSport and HyperFighter have raked up more than USD90 million (RM417 million).

Unveiled in January 2020, the Damon HyperSport is a sportsbike capable of producing 200hp and hitting a claimed max speed of 320km/h.

Damon also claimed that the HyperSport could hit a max range of more than 300km/h on a single charge thanks to its ‘HyperDrive’ electric power unit.

Also joining the HyperSport is the naked HyperFighter motorcycle, introduced a year later.

Currently, Damon Motors has received more than 3,500 orders which inadvertently created a massive buzz around the brand.

“You can’t be the future of anything if you’re not better than the past.

“It was necessary for us to target performance metrics as good or better than anything achieved before, otherwise people aren’t going to go electric in any meaningful numbers.

“This is the fundamental Achilles’ heel in the two-wheel EV industry so far.

“Nobody will trade in for an electric motorbike if it’s not as good as what they already have—people want to trade up,” said Co-Founder and CEO Damon Motor, Jay Giraud.

Apart from the impressive power unit, the Damon HyperSport and HyperFighter also feature top-notch safety features, including a 360-degree radar tech that helps to identify and predict hazards.

“By coupling high-volume production with our 5G connected, sensor-enabled, self-learning compute system, we can make it so that every mile ridden on a Damon motorcycle makes all other Damon motorcycles smarter and safer with over-the-air updates.

“We can cause the accident rates to perpetually fall over the coming decade. This is our 2030 goal,” added Giraud.

Indonesia Aims For 2 Million Electric Motorcycles On The Road By 2025

Indonesia is a country of two-wheelers with more than 130 million registered motorcycle owners.

There are 35 electric motorcycle companies in Indonesia thus far.
Indonesia currently has more than 130 million registered motorcycle owners.

The growing number of motorcycles in the country has prompted the Indonesian government to focus on the two-wheeled sector as the pivotal starting point for reducing the country’s emissions.

Indonesian Transport Minister Budy Karya Sumadi showered his support for the initiative during the Federal Group Discussion in Jakarta on Tuesday.

“There are around 133 million users of motorcycles in Indonesia. There are now 5 million requests a year. There were even 10 million requests before the pandemic.

“So, the market is huge, and this can be a game changer that can accelerate this transition,” he said.

Meanwhile, Presidential Special Staff Diaz Hendropriyono hopes that due to the large number of electric motorcycle companies in the country, Indonesia could reach the target of 2 million electric bikes by 2025.

“There are 35 electric motorcycle companies compared to three car companies.

“The price is also more competitive.

“This means that we can encourage the adoption of electric motorbikes to meet the President’s target of 2 million electric motorbikes by 2025,” he said.

Kawasaki Electric Prototype Makes Surprise Appearance At Intermot 2022

Kawasaki recently showcased a couple of their electric motorcycle prototype during Suzuka 8 Hours.

Kawasaki’s EV prototype makes an appearance at Intermot.
The electric and hybrid prototype will form the basis of Kawasaki’s upcoming EVs.

That was the first time we laid our eyes on Kawasaki’s electric and hybrid project, with both bearing Team Green’s current two-wheel range.

That said, since both motorcycles were prototypes, no further details were revealed to the public at the time.

However, Kawasaki took the opportunity to allow the public to take a closer look at their prototypes at the Intermot motorcycle show in Cologne, Germany.

While Kawasaki remained tight-lipped on its upcoming project, Kawasaki Motors Europe managing director, Masaya Tsurono, revealed that the prototype “will form the basis of an actual future production machine.”

Despite the push for electrification, Tsurono said that Kawasaki would continue developing cleaner internal combustion motorcycles as well as further research on e-fuel and biofuel.

Can-Am Origin And Pulse Electric Motorcycle To Go Into Production In 2024

Can-Am proudly announced its return to the two-wheel segment during last month’s 2023 Club Bombardier Recreational Product (BRP) event.

Can-Am to begin manufacturing the Origin and Pulse electric motorcycle by 2024.
The Origin and Pulse signify Can-Am’s return to the motorcycle market.

At the time, the Canadian-based company showcased its first electric motorcycle, the Origin dual-sport and Pulse roadster.

Unfortunately, while Can-Am revealed that both motorcycles would run on an all-new Rotax E-Power electric motor, the firm remained tight-lipped on the Origin and Pulse power, range and charging time.

Nevertheless, BRP quickly got things running as the company recently broke ground for a new EV-manufacturing plant in Queretaro, Mexico.

According to the firm, the new facility will primarily produce Can-Am’s electric two-wheeler range, including the Pulse and Origin.

“We have set out to reclaim our motorcycle heritage by launching a lineup of electric two-wheel motorcycles, and we are gearing up to execute our plan.

“We look forward to producing the first electric Can-Am motorcycles for a new generation of enthusiasts,” said BRP Powersports Group President Sandy Scullion.

Meanwhile, Can-Am aims to deliver the first batch of electric motorcycles to customers by 2024.

Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition Announced

Thanks to Triumph’s successful partnership with the James Bond film franchise, the British firm has revealed its latest collaboration in the form of a special edition Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR gets a special James Bond edition for 2023.
Only 60 units are built to commemorate 60th anniversary of the Bond film franchise.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR is Triumph’s most advanced motorcycle yet, featuring Ohlins electronic suspension, Brembo Stylema brakes and Pirelli Diablo Supercosa tires.

Fundamentally, the Bond Edition motorcycle features limited edition graphics with a blacked-out colour scheme that also showcases details referencing all 25 of the James Bond film franchise.

Look closer, and you’ll find another James Bond detail on the handlebar clamp, including the iconic “007” codename.

According to Triumph Motorcycles, the special edition Speed Triple 1200 RR is all about being ‘stealthy’ hence the colour choice, including the premium custom-made gold logos that can be found across the motorcycle.

Powering the Speed Triple 1200 RR is a 1160cc inline-triple engine capable of producing 177.5 hp and 125Nm of torque.

As a nod to the 60th anniversary of James Bond, only 60 units of the Bond Edition are made with each bike comes with a unique certificate of authenticity signed by Triumph’s CEO, Nick Bloor.

The Speed Triple 1200 RR Bond Edition will cost around GBP21,995 (RM116k) and can be purchased directly from Triumph’s UK website.

FIRST LOOK: 2023 Honda Hornet 750

Honda officially revealed the latest generation Honda Hornet 750 that features all-new engine, riding modes and new styling at the Intermot motorcycle show in Cologne, Germany.

Honda Hornet 750 features Honda all-new engine.
Equipped with ride-by-wire and Honda Selectable Torque Control.

The engine will also powers three upcoming models including the Translap 750.

Nevertheless, the Hornet’s revival is the first to feature the new platform along with other exciting goodies.

Powering the Hornet is a 755cc parallel-twin engine producing 92hp and 75Nm. The engine features a 270-degree crank that allows the engine to provide a feel similar to a V-Twin configuration.

In addition, the two cylinders is coated with nickel-silicon carbide, a feature inherited from the firm’s CBR1000RR-R while the Unicam system is similar to the CRF450R motocross machine.

Meanwhile, the engine is wrapped around an all-new steel diamond frame which Honda claimed to weighs only 16.6kg which is 2kg lighter than the frame on Honda’s CB650R.

According to Honda, the Hornet 750 is equipped with a 15.1L fuel tank and with a fuel consumption rate at 23km/l, this means that the bike could go up to 340km.

The Hornet also gets Honda’s patented ‘Vortex Flow Ducts’ designed to evenly distribute air into the airbox. According to Honda, the air ducts boost the bike’s throttle response.

Electronically, the Honda Hornet 750 gets ride-by-wire, which offers three pre-mapped riding modes; Rain, Standard and Sport. However the fourth mode, is fully customisable by the rider.

The motorcycle is suspended by Showa’s SFF-BP 41mm USD forks with 130mm travel at the front and a preload-adjustable shock absorber with Pro-Link swingarm at the rear.

Other notable features include auto-cancelling indicators, 5-inch TFT display, Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (available for Android and iOS).

Interestingly, there is a series of accessories available later for the Hornet including a quickshifter, fly screen, tank pads and panniers.

Italjet Dragster 125 And Dragster 200 To Launch In Malaysia This Weekend

Malaysian media were given a special preview of Italjet’s latest scooter, the Dragster 125 and Dragster 200, ahead of its official launch this weekend.

The Italjet Dragster 125 dan Dragster 200 is the most premium and exclusive scooter ever built.
The Italian built scooter features unique bodywork and components.

As previously reported, the Dragster 125 and Dragster 200 share similar bodywork and design language; the primary difference is the engine displacement.

The Dragster 200 features a 181cc single-cylinder DOHC engine, while the 125 trim gets a 124cc single, Euro5 compliant powertrain.

Power output is claimed to be 17.2hp @ 8,000rpm and 15.5Nm @ 7,750rpm for the Dragster 200, while the Dragster 125 makes 9.2hpp and 10.5Nm.

Meanwhile, power is delivered to the rear 13-inch wheel via an automatic gearbox with belt drive.

The Italjet Dragster is suspended by a unique independent steering system (ISS) at the front that separates the steering and suspension components. The new feature allows better manoeuvrability for city riding.

Coming in standard on the Dragster twin is two-channel ABS, Brembo hydraulic callipers mated to a single 200mm disc at the front and 190mm disc at the rear.

Other notable features on the Dragster include bright LED headlights (80,000 lumens to be exact), a 9L fuel tank, a USB port and 140kg kerb weight.

Meanwhile, Chear Global – the authorised distributor of Italjet’s Dragster in Malaysia – will announce the official price for the two scooters on October 8, 2022.

2023 Kawasaki H2R To Launch Soon

Kawasaki UK has officially opened their order books for the 2023 Kawasaki H2R, signalling the arrival of one of the most powerful production motorcycles from Team Green.

Kawasaki H2R is a track-only supercharged machine developed by Kawasaki next to the road-legal H2.
The H2R makes 326hp and claims a top speed of 380km/h.

While further detail remains scarce but with more than 300hp, the H2R represents what every manufacturer can do when given the utmost freedom.

Thanks to its supercharged four-cylinder engine that consumes 200 litres of air a second, Kawasaki claimed the H2R could hit a max speed of 380km/h.

Nevertheless, we expect the 2023 model year to receive minor upgrades, considering the track-only H2R was already ahead of its time during its introduction in 2015.

The H2R is 20kg lighter than the stock (and road legal) H2 and features slick tyres and a full titanium exhaust.

We expect the H2R to continue to feature top-notch track components, including Ohlins suspension, KYB shocks and Brembo brakes.

According to Kawasaki UK, interested parties can submit their order for the 2023 Kawasaki H2R with a recommended selling price of GBP50,000 (RM262k).

Chinese-Built Excelle 450 Rally Ready To Hit The Trail

Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Excelle is ready to make the jump in the adventure-capable motorcycle with the 450 Rally (ZF450LS).

Excelle 450 Rally is the company’s first attempt at a highly-specialized segment.
The 450 Rally makes 52.3hp and 44Nm.

The sister brand to Kolove paraded the Dakar-inspired motorcycle in a recent event in which they also revealed the upcoming 800RRR and 800R motorcycle.

Despite no official statement regarding the 450 Rally specifications, Excelle claimed that the 450 Rally makes 52.3hp @ 9,000rpm and 44Nm @ 7,000rpm.

According to reports, the 450 Rally features a dual-wing beam steel frame suspended by a 49mm KYB fork and damping-adjustable KYB shock.

In addition, Excelle will offer its customers two different suspension packages to suit their heights and needs.

Meanwhile, the Excelle 450 Rally features a 15L fuel tank, but customers can increase the range with an additional 16L under-seat fuel cell.

Weighing 154kg, the 450 Rally is heavier than KTM’s Rally Replica but is more affordable thanks to its USD6,100 (RM28.2k) price tag.

EPMB Gets Green Light To Assemble And Manufacture Electric Motorcycles In Malaysia

EP Manufacturing Bhd (EPMB) received approval from the government to assemble and manufacture electric motorcycles in its upcoming manufacturing plant in Glenmarie, Shah Alam.

EPMB plans to manufacture 50,000 electric two-wheelers per year.
EPMB will assemble and distribute the Blueshark-branded EVs in the country.

EPMB, in a statement, said that the firm had received approval from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) to produce Blueshark-branded electric two-wheelers in the country.

That said, the approval will only apply retrospectively from July 25, 2022.

Nevertheless, EPMB plans to roll out around 50,000 units of Blueshark per year to meet regional demands.

“We expect to commence the construction of the manufacturing plant in early 2023 and target to complete it by Q3 2023.

“The manufacturing facility will not only be technologically-advanced but will also employ at least 80% of Malaysians in the workforce and train them via transfer of skills and technology,” said EPMB Executive Chairman Hamidon Abdullah.

Previously, EPMB has partnered with China-based Sharkgulf Technologies Group Ltd to assemble, manufacture and distribute Blueshark’s electric motorcycles in Malaysia and other neighbouring countries.

(Source: The Edge Markets)

Yamaha Tenere 700 To Get GYTR Treatment

Yamaha is working on a factory bolt-on rally-raiding kit for the Tenere 700 range as part of Yamaha Europe’s Genuine Yamaha Technology Racing (GYTR) programme.

Yamaha Tenere 700 will soon receive GYTR’s specially-built riding aids.
The Tenere 700 is Yamaha’s most popular adventure-capable motorcycle.

For those who are unaware, GYTR is Yamaha’s racing division that offers authentic Yamaha performance-oriented components, including bodywork and electronic package for track and motocross riders.

Yamaha’s Leon Oosterhof disclosed the new project to MCN.

“It could be interesting. We are looking into if that could be an option,” he said.

Apparently, the all-new Tenere 700 World Raid played a significant role in spawning the idea of introducing GYTR’s parts for the Tenere 700.

“That bike had a lot of interest, so that was very motivational for us.

“Sometimes you make a concept and then show it and see how the market reacts and if there’s enough curiosity and interest. We are looking into whether that could be an option.

“In off-road, we are also active with the GYTR programme.

“So, in motocross, we are almost as active as we are in our R series. We have chassis parts and engine parts – both used by the factory teams. Products derived from those teams are then brought to customers,” Oosterhof added.

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