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Amirul Azreen

Indian Motorcycle has officially introduced the 2022 Scout Rogue, the fourth model of the American firm’s popular 1133cc cruiser line-up.

Features a sportier stance than the Scout Bobber and Scout Bobber Twenty, the new Scout Rogue is equipped with new fairing and a larger 19-inch front wheel.

The Scout Rogue is seen as an ideal replacement for the discontinued Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Iron that also features the same 19-inch front and blacked-out aesthetic.

Nevertheless, the 2022 Scout Rogue continues to carry the firm’s liquid-cooled V-Twin, claiming to produce 94hp @ 8,000rpm and 98Nm @ 5,600rpm.

Despite sharing significant similarities as the rest of the Scout range, the Rouge is fitted with new components, including a small fairing upfront, ape-hanger handlebars, round side mirrors, sport-style seats, and a blacked-out 19-inch front wheel equipped with Metzeler Cruisetec.

The Scout Rogue is also fitted with a 298mm floating rotor brake disc paired to a two-piston calliper at the front and a single-piston unit at the rear.

2022 Scout Rouge dimension details:

  • 649mm seat height
  • 1576mm wheelbase
  • 129mm ground clearance
  • 241-kilogram kerb weight

According to Indian, the Scout Rouge is available in three monochromatic colourways, Black Smoke Midnight, Sagebrush Smoke and Stealth Gray.

Meanwhile, the new cruiser comes in both ABS and non-ABS versions in America.

Harley-Davidson issued a safety recall for 2021 Pan America 1250 and Sportster S due to instrument cluster software error.

According to the company, affected bikes might not display speedometer or natural indicators if ambient temperatures are below 0 degrees Celsius.

The error could increase the risk of a crash if riders continue operating their motorcycles despite the lack of information on the TFT display.

According to Harley’s record, a total of 3,917 bikes built within a certain specific date are affected by the recall and bikes produced after those dates have updated software installed in their instrument cluster modules.

MY21 Pan America Photography

Evidently, regular vehicle operation such as a cold start-up will cause the instrument cluster to self-heat and affect the entire function.

The affected bikes will display an error message if the rider starts the bike in sub-freezing temperatures.

Meanwhile, Harley owners are advised to contact nearby authorized Harley dealerships to set an appointment. Affected bikes will undergo a software update for free.

MV Agusta CEO, Timur Sardarov has revealed that the company received a total of 15,000 pre-orders for the upcoming Lucky Explorer range.

“We have already received pre-orders for 15 thousand units: in practice, two years of work.

“For all our models the market, in general, is receptive, we are seeing great interest from customers.

“And once the obstacles of the pandemic and the constraints on the supply chain have been overcome, we will be able to significantly raise our production levels,” said Sardarov.

Despite the Lucky Explorer 9.5 and 5.5 is only in a near-production stage, the two ADV motorcycles has received worldwide attention ever since its introduction at EICMA 2021.

The Lucky Explorer Project not only marks the Varese-based company new diverse lineup but also showcased MV Agusta’s strategic partnership with Chinese manufacturer, Qianjiang Motorcycles.

*Lucky Explorer 5.5

While the Lucky Explorer 9.5 is built entirely from MV Agusta’s new 950 platform, the 5.5 on the hand, is a direct result of the brand’s relationship with QJ Motor, sharing the same mill from Benelli’s TRK 502.

Despite the 5.5’s Chinese roots, both models will be built in Varese, Italy with Qianjiang also expected to manufacture and assemble the 5.5 range to ensure the affordability of the motorcycle for the Asian markets.

Meanwhile, Sardarov expected that the company will be able to manufacture more than 9,000 units of motorcycles in 2022, double the 5,000 units produced in 2021.

I’m here to stay, and the goal in 2025 is to bring MV Agusta on the stock exchange,” he added.

2018 World Supersport Championship 300 champion, Ana Carrasco has officially returns to Moto3 World Championship, where she competed between 2013 and 2015.

After becoming the first woman to become a world champion in two-wheel racing, Carrasco decided to part ways with Kawasaki and the WorldSSP300.

“Racing is tough, not just on track where people see but also at times like this when you have to make tough decisions.

“My ambition is always to grow as a rider, to set myself new goals that other’s see as impossible and to achieve them.  When my parents bought me my first minibike and then I started racing of course my dream was like any rider “one day I want to be a World Champion”.

” This I achieved in 2018 and even today that feeling is magical; but anyone that understands racing will know that every racer needs to push, to be ambitious and to test themselves again and again.

“This opportunity to ride in Moto3™ is a logical step in my mind even if the emotional step is hard,” said Carrasco in a statement.

Carrasco recently participated in the official Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) test at Jerez as preparation to keep fit before the first pre-season test.

You can now get in line to be among the first owner of the unique Italjet Dragster 125 in Malaysia.

The Italian brand scooter is expected to launch in Malaysia soon, as previously reported by local media, Paultan.org.

After some digging on Malaysia’s popular e-commerce site Mudah, we noticed that some dealers are already accepting bookings for the Italjet Dragster 125 for as low as RM50.

However, it is also worth noting that the Dragster 125 is on sale for RM32,990.

While it may not be an official price tag for the nifty scooter, it may well indicate that the Dragster 125 is up for sale at around RM32k.

Italjet halted its plan to unveil the bike back in 2020 due to Covid-19 despite receiving worldwide attention in 2019. 

Nevertheless, Italjet has confirmed that the Dragster 125 and Dragster 200 will begin shipping in December 2021, with Malaysia among the lucky recipient 

The 125 variant makes 13hp from its single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, while the Dragster 200 offers 18hp.

While the power figure is not too exciting, the Dragster comes equipped with premium components, such as an Akrapovic exhaust system, Brembo brakes and Ohlins suspension.

Meanwhile, the company also confirmed its plans to unveil the company first electric motorcycle in 2022

While some think that the Yamaha Niken is already considered a crazy build by the Japanese firm, France-based company, Furion decided to take it up a notch by adding a new hybrid system.

The electric motor is powered by a 2.2kilowatt hour battery which will be supplemented by a regenerative braking system.

The current Niken runs on Yamaha’s CP3 engine and makes 115hp @ 10,120rpm and 87.5Nm @ 8,500rpm, but according to Furion, the addition of a wheel hub motor fitted to the two front wheels will add another 47hp on top, which brings the total power figure to 160hp.

The hybrid system will also increase its torque to 140Nm, turning the Niken into a monstrous all-wheel-drive trike and moving it closer to superbike territory.

While we are still unsure of the purpose of the build apart from Furion having a little bit of fun with the Niken, the concept could also mark a new future for three-wheeled mobility.

Ducati announced the introduction of Ducati Unica, a customization program dedicated to builders who wants to design a one of a kind Ducati motorcycle of their dream.

As a start, Ducati opens its Centro Stile Ducati doors to motorcycle builders who want to begin their journey by collaborating directly with designers and technicians to create unique machinery.

The initial sketches to the finished product will be documented and will see the involvement of Ducatisti with the support of Ducati professionals.

Thanks to the helping hand from the brand professionals, each step will be outlined, including precious materials, dedicated finishes, unique colours, and Ducati Performance accessories to ensure the builds meet a real Ducati’s criteria.

Builders who signed up for the program will be given a special pass to enter the Centro Stile Ducati in person to check on the progress, experiencing the first-hand level of dedication and attention to detail Ducati reserves for each project.

“Design is a distinctive element of our creations. For some time, we had been working on the launch of a project that would give Ducatisti the possibility of identifying themselves even more with their own bike, making it a direct expression of each person’s individual style.

“So we created Ducati Unica, a highly exclusive program that testifies to the excellence of Made in Italy of which Ducati is a representative in the world. An exciting and unforgettable experience of customization to be experienced directly within our Centro Stile,” said Andrea Ferraresi, Centro Stile Ducati Director.

According to Ducati, each Ducati Unica builds will be delivered to owners along with a certificate of uniqueness to ensure its non-replicability.

Loyal Ducatista Dave Enders has worked on the first Ducati Unica project with the number 500 of 500 Ducati Superleggera V4. Enders, who owned many of Ducati’s flagship models, said his Lamborghini Aventador SVJ inspires his Ducati Unica project.

Honda caused a stir last year EICMA after dropping a teaser of a brand-new mid-size motorcycle in Milan.

Although Honda stopped short of giving much away other than a CGI silhouette, Japanese publication Autoby has published what it believes is the finished look of the upcoming Honda CB 750 S (Hornet).

While it might be just another render, considering that Autoby has a reputation of ‘predicting’ the right design, the CB 750 S might turn out exactly as the rendered image.

The mid-size motorcycle will debut as CB 750 S and will continue Honda’s CB600F Hornet but will showcase the exact design blueprint as the Hornet 250cc currently sold in India.

The CB 750 S is expected to feature Honda’s typical naked bike design similar to the Neo Sports Cafe CB650 R but will adopt a sharper front headlight compared to the 650 circular headlamps.

However, the CB 750 S is expected to feature a new build-up engine as previously reported and not taken straight from the NC750 series.

The engine is rumoured to be the same platform set to be used on Honda’s upcoming Transalp, a potential challenger to Aprilia’s Tuareg 660 and Yamaha’s Tenere 700.

On that note, there is also a high possibility that the new engine could also translate into the development of a fully-faired CBR750 in the future to rival the Yamaha YZF-R7.

Italian luggage specialist GIVI has finally lined up a robust line of accessories for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250.

The Pan America 1250 can now be fitted with GIVI top case and side panniers with the help of a new rear rack, offered in anodized aluminium made to fit GIVI’s Monokey top case.

Pan America owners can also pick and choose different panniers holders to fit a couple of other GIVI side case options.

There is also a special mounting kit to help owners to install GIVI’s Tool Box on the left-hand side. Owners who like to include additional luggage with GIVI’s Tanklock or TanklockED bags can now do so with the help of a new flange to lock it in place on the fuel tank.

Owners can also upgrade to a taller windscreen that is 46 cm high and 49.6 cm wide, and it is 4.5cm more elevated than the stock unit. However, owners need to purchase a different fitment kit to aid the installation.

GIVI also offers a black engine guard made of steel tubing with 25mm diameter. Do take note that GIVI advises that the unit should be installed by a professional.

We’ve taken the Pan America 1250 Special out for a ride, and the one thing that looks shabby is the stock side stand. Worry not, as GIVI has created a robust side stand sole made of aluminium and stainless steel with a wider footprint (thank God!) than the stock.

If you are planning to add more weight and luggage, we advise you not to put so much trust on the stock side stand.

Currently, there is no confirmation when will the new product range for the Pan America 1250 will be available in Malaysia. However, we suggest that the best check with local GIVI retailers for pricing and availability.

According to a recent report by Sky Sport Italia, Ana Carrasco is set to make a surprise return to Moto3 World Championship.

There were question marks over the future of the Spanish rider after she was omitted from the Supersport 300 World Championship entry list.

However, Sky Sport Italia reports that she will return to Moto3 with BOE SKX.

Looking at the 24-year-old latest Instagram updates, she’s currently undergoing a two-day test at Jerez as preparation for her return.

Despite no further confirmation from BOE, Carrasco reportedly will team up with rookie rider David Munoz.

Carrasco won the 2018 Supersport300 Championship back in 2018 and became the first-ever female motorcycling World Champion. Since then, she has added four more victories, including a win in Italy last season.

It was first confirmed that the Moto Morini brand would be distributed in Malaysia by Penang-based MForce Bike Holdings.

Interestingly, MForce also confirmed that the highly anticipated Moto Morini X-Cape 650 would also make its way to Malaysia.

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During a recent event held in Alor Setar, Kedah, MForce did a special preview of the Moto Morini X-Cape 650.

According to reports by Paultan.org, the Moto Morini X-Cape 650 will be available in Malaysia by mid-2022 with an estimated price of RM45k.

The X-Cape 650 features a 649cc parallel-twin engine that makes around 60hp @ 8,250rpm and 56Nm @ 7,000rpm. While the power is decent, the X-Cape 650 comes with premium components, including adjustable upside-down Marzocchi forks, adjustable KYB rear shocks and Brembo brakes.

The adventure-tourer also comes equipped with an 18L tank and a 7-inch TFT instrument display.

The X-Cape 650 is built around a steel trellis frame and paired to an aluminium swingarm to ensure its rigidity on and off-road.

(Source: Paultan)

Fast Bike Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Triumph Motorcycles brand in Malaysia, has confirmed that the entire Gold Line Special Edition range will be available at Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia showroom soon.

According to the latest posting on Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia Facebook page, the entire Gold Line range is priced from RM67,900 to RM93,900.

The Triumph Gold Line range consists of the Bonneville T100, Bonneville Speedmaster, Bonneville Bobber, Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black, Street Scrambler, Scrambler 1200 XC and Scrambler 1200 XE.

While the exact price is yet to be revealed, we assume that Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia will soon unveil them officially.

However, it is worth noting that only a number of these bad boys will be available in Malaysia.

Check out the full details on Triumph’s Gold Line range below:

Triumph Motorcycles Reveal Hand-Finished Gold Line Special Edition For The Bonneville Range

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