Sep Irran, Author at BikesRepublic.com

Special Suzuki test ride at Sepang International Kart Circuit, 29 & 30 July 2017

Suzuki Assemblers Malaysia will be organising a special Suzuki test ride session this weekend on 29 to 30 July 2017 at the Sepang International Kart Circuit.

Those who are interested can try out some of Suzuki’s flagship big bike models such as the latest GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, VStrom 650 ABS, SV 650 ABS, GSXS 750 ABS, GSXS1000F and Burgman 400 ABS.

The event will be happening this weekend from 10am to 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday with other brands taking part like Arai Helmet, Bike World, Autobacks and many more.

Suzuki Assemblers Malaysia will be organising a very special Suzuki test ride session for all their latest 2017 motorcycle models this weekend. The Sepang International Kart Circuit has been chosen as the Venue and the public has the golden opportunity to try out some of their flagship models including the Suzuki GSXR1000R. (more…)

KTM introduces new 2018 KTM Freeride E-XC electric motorcross bike! From RM35,499

KTM has introduced a brand new addition into the Freeride electric motorcross bike line-up with the 2018 KTM Freeride E-XC.

The KTM Freeride E-XC comes with a 260V electric motor that offers 21.5hp and 42Nm of torque at the twist of the throttle.

KTM North America is running a special program offering the new 2018 Freeride E-XC at a special introductory price of $8,299 (around RM35,499).

KTM has once again propelled themselves ahead in the electric off-road segment with the launch of their latest 2018 KTM Freeride E-XC for the US market. Based from a recent report made by Rideapart.com, KTM USA will be running a special pilot program that’ll offer the new KTM Freeride E-XC in limited number at lower prices. (more…)

Moto Guzzi Malaysia launches 2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber! RM74,900

Moto Guzzi Malaysia has finally unveiled their latest 2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber in conjunction with the upcoming annual international Moto Guzzi Open House at Mandello Del Lario, Italy.

The new V9 Bobber is powered by a same 850cc Euro4-compliant transverse 90-degree V-twin engine that produces 55hp and 62Nm of torque. It’s priced at RM74,900 (basic price with GST).

In conjunction with the Moto Guzzi Open House in Italy, Moto Guzzi Malaysia will also organise a special riding trip for those interested in attending this year’s Moto Guzzi Open House located Mandello Del Lario, the home of Moto Guzzi.

Following Moto Guzzi’s launch of the new Malaysian distributor just a few days ago, Moto Guzzi Malaysia has finally confirmed that they are bringing in the new and exciting 2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber. The launch of the latest addition to the V9 family has been made in conjunction with Moto Guzzi’s annual Open House in Italy at the home of Moto Guzzi at Mandello Del Lario since its inception back in 1921. (more…)

Guy Martin quits road racing

Legendary road racer Guy Martin has decided to call it quits on his career as an international road racer following an unsuccessful return to the road racing scene.

After an unexpected return to road racing by accepting an offer from the Honda Racing Team, everything went downhill from there for both Guy Martin and John McGuinness.

As McGuinness sat out of the Isle of Man TT race following a broken leg from a crash in the North West 200, Martin finally puts a stop on road racing after fruitless attempt with the Honda Racing Team.

Following his recent withdrawal this year’s Ulster Grand Prix prior the 2017 Isle of Man TT, legendary road racer Guy Martin has decided to call it quits on his career as an international road racer. After suffering a major crash at the 2015 Ulster Grand Prix road race, most of us would think that Guy Martin would count his lucky stars after making out alive from that horrible crash which resulted in weeks of hospitalisation. (more…)

Stefan Bradl withdraws from Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance race

Stefan Bradl has been declared unfit to race in the final round of the FIM World Endurance Championship happening this weekend in Suzuka.

The German rider has been advised not to fly over to Japan due to health complications related to an ear infection.

Bradl was supposed to compete in the Suzuka 8 Hours race with the TSR Honda outfit that was looking to finish on podium for the very final round of 2017.

As the 40^th Coca Cola Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race gets closer and closer, some sad news have been sent by the Red Bull Honda Superbike Team regarding their star rider, Stefan Bradl. While the teams, mechanics, crew members and race machines have already made their way to Japan, Stefan Bradl who was set to race with the TSR Honda outfit has been deemed unfit to race due to health issues. (more…)

History of Boon Siew Honda – How it all began

The history of Boon Siew Honda started way back in the 1950s when a 43 year old man from Penang went for a vacation to Japan set his eyes on the Honda Cub motorcycles.

The late Tan Sri Dato Loh Boon Siew decided to ship some model back to Malaysia to help Malaysia find the right mode of transportation to rebuild the nation after World War II.

Together with Soichiro Honda himself, Boon Siew Honda managed to turn the Honda motorcycles into household names by the 1970s when they introduced the very popular Honda C70 and the rest is history.

The late Dato Loh Boon Siew with Soichiro Honda

It was sometime back in 1958 when a 43 year old man from Penang made his way to Japan and saw something that would change his life as well as the Malaysian motorcycle industry forever. At the time, the late Tan Sri Dato Loh Boon Siew witnessed a Honda motorcycle that struck his very core with its beauty as well as practicality and being the natural businessman that he was, he decided to ship over a few Honda cubs over to Malaysia to test the waters. Those models are the Honda C100 Dream and Honda Bealy. (more…)

Boon Siew Honda introduces upgraded 2017 Honda CBR650F & CB650F – From RM44,995

Boon Siew Honda (BSH) has just released and upgraded versions of their 2017 Honda CBR650F and Honda CB650F with a bunch of internal and external upgrades.

The new 650F range now comes with a reworked engine with more power and torque as well as upgraded suspension, brake and lighting systems.

The upgraded 2017 Honda CBR650F and CB650F are priced at RM47,117.94 and RM44,995.94 respectively (basic prices with GST).

The folks over at Boon Siew Honda (BSH) have just introduced the latest 2017 Honda CBR650F and Honda CB650F upgraded for 2017. The middleweight sports bike options from BSH now comes with a bunch of upgraded specs as well as new colour schemes. (more…)

Is this the new 2018 BMW S1000RR?

There’s a photo going around that some people have already assumed is the latest generation 2018 BMW S1000RR.

Photographed by Motorrad Magazine, the suspected new sports bike from BMW Motorrad sported all-round new updates to the chassis, swingarm and other body panel.

Rumours have also been circulating regarding BMW’s super brand new four cylinder engine that they’re going to put in their next generation premium sports bike for the coming year.

There’s one very specific picture that’s currently making its way around the internet that shows what people are assuming is the next generation BMW S1000RR. Based on our findings, we can confirm that the people are not wrong when referring the photo you see above. (more…)

GIVI launches new square 32-litre GIVI B32 Bold Topcase – RM222

GIVI Asia has launched their latest GIVI B32 Bold Topcase with a square boxy design and 32 litres of capacity.

The new design was chosen specifically to provide a different option for those who are not into the oval-shaped topcases in the current market.

The new B32 Bold Topcase is priced at RM222 (basic price with GST) and comes together with a base plate. Motorcycle rack is sold separately.

GIVI, the very well known Italian motorcycle accessory manufacturer has unveiled their latest addition to the medium size topcase motorcycle storage or “topbox” known as the Monolock B32 Bold. Developed with the patented Monolock System, the new B32 Bold has been specifically designed for maximum storage capacity for smaller displacement motorcycles, mopeds and scooters. (more…)

Boon Siew Honda gets Satu HATI Honda Team Asia ready for Suzuka 8 Hours Race

The Boon Siew Honda Motorsports Team has been selected as the first ever Malaysian outfit to handle the Satu HATI Honda Team Asia for the 40^th Coca Cola Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance race.

Boon Siew Honda Motorsports Team Manager, Zulhelmi bin Ahmad together with his mechanic team will be the first ever Malaysian team to not only support but lead the Satu HATI Honda Team Asia in Suzuka this year.

This year, Malaysian rider Zaqhwan Zaidi together with Indonesian Dimas Ekky Pramata and Thai ARRC rider Ratthapong Wilairot will give their all to emerge as victors in the endurance race.

The BSH Motorsport team prepare the shine at the international stage.

A new milestone has been reached by Boon Siew Honda Motorsports team as they are set to become the first ever Malaysian outfit to official get the Satu HATI Honda Team Asia ready for the 40^th Coca Cola Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Race which will be held this weekend. (more…)

Go to the Art of Speed Malaysia 2017 & WIN THIS CUSTOM YAMAHA RXZ TWINBOSS DRAGSTER!

This year’s Art of Speed Malaysia 2017 will be giving away a very special grand prize on Sunday in the form of a Yamaha RXZ Twinboss dragster motorcycle.

The RXZ Twinboss dragster is powered by two two-stroke engines which run in tandem in a combined capacity of 270cc which is equivalent to a middleweight four-stroke sports bike by capacity.

This year Art of Speed will be held from 29 to 30 July 2017 at MAEPS, Serdang so be sure to be there when they announce the lucky attendee to bring this baby home!

As Malaysians who are deep in the motorcycle scene or industry, there’s no denying the fact that two-stroke motorcycles play a huge role in the how the motorcycling scene has developed through the years. While other motorcycles do play their own respective roles, the two-strokes have been in the scene longer than anybody else and have created both good and bad reputations. (more…)

Mforce launches new brand and bike – 2017 SM Sport 110R (RM3,788)

Mforce Bike Holdings has launched SM Sport, a new brand of locally produced motorcycles with their first ever bike; the 2017 SM Sport 110R.

The home-grown motorcycle brand has been developed by Benelli and Keeway to provide top quality machines at affordable prices to the ASEAN market.

The new 2017 SM Sport 110R is priced at RM3,788 (basic price without GST).

The 2017 SM Sport 110R is the first ever moped that was launched just moments ago by a home-grown motorcycle brand under the Mforce Bike Holdings, SM Sport. Developed by Benelli and Keeway, the new moped plus all the other upcoming models are focused on providing affordable motorcycles that are locally developed and produced in Malaysia. (more…)

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