Sep Irran, Author at BikesRepublic.com

MV Agusta releases special edition 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR Pirelli

A brand new partnership between MV Agusta and Pirelli has resulted in the production of the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR Pirelli model.

The Brutale 800 RR Pirelli edition comes with a specially-designed paintjob and a few other parts taken from their F4 superbike.

There will two colours available; matte black plus red and grey plus blue.

MV Agusta has signed an official agreement with major tyre manufacturer Pirelli as the brand’s sole tyre supplier. To celebrate this momentous occasion, the premium Italian brand has launched the very limited 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR with special Pirelli graphics. (more…)

2018 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR – “The High-end Hooligan”

The 2018 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR has gone unnoticed during the recent EICMA 2017 held in Milan, Italy just last week.

The RR badge has been embedded with the new Dragster thanks to a number of upgrades including its now Euro4-compliant 798cc, inline-three cylinder engine.

The new Brutale 800 RR produces 140hp and 86Nm of maximum torque together will a tonne of electronic updates.

During the hustle and bustle of the 2017 International Milan Motorcycle Show that is EICMA in Italy last week, we we’re so overwhelmed with all the new bikes that it was nearly impossible to take notice of all the things that were either presented or displayed. One prime example was the 2018 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR, a completely new bike for 2018. (more…)

2018 Yamaha MT-09 SP – “Challenge the Darkness”

The latest 2018 Yamaha MT-09 SP was introduced during the recent EICMA 2017 show in Milan, Italy.

Heavily influenced by the Yamaha MT-10 SP, the 2018 MT-09 SP receives a much needed all-round suspension upgrade.

Other new features include traction control, quickshifter, LED projector headlamps, “Silver Blu Carbon” paint job and many more parts inspired by its bigger and more powerful sibling.

Yamaha’s most successful motorcycle in the world to date with close to 50,000 units sold has just received a much needed upgrade for 2018. During the recent EICMA 2017 motorcycle show in Milan, the boys in blue introduced the updated 2018 Yamaha MT-09 SP. (more…)

The new 2018 Honda CB1000R is better than ever before

Honda motorcycles launched their latest streetfighter yet in the form of the new 2018 Honda CB1000R during the recent EICMA 2017 show in Milan.

The new CB1000R comes with the same 1,000cc, Euro4-compliant, inline-four engine found in the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade.

Other features include slipper-and-assist clutch, Ride-by-Wire, traction control, selectable power maps, engine braking controls, fully-adjustable Showa suspensions and many more.

What happens when Honda takes a beautiful concept and turn it into a full production bike? We were able to witness that firsthand when they introduced the new 2018 Honda CB1000R streetfighter which is heavily based on the Honda Neo Sports Cafe concept. (more…)

Honda CB4 Interceptor Concept – “Jaw Dropper”

The Honda CB4 Interceptor Concept motorcycle was unveiled at the recent EICMA 2017 Show in Milan, Italy.

Carrying the “Sport Endurance” theme, the latest cafe racer concept by Honda carries their version of where the future of the bike category will head to.

There’s a wind turbine embedded within the front fairing that’ll help generate clean energy to power the integrated touch screen.

Let’s face the fact here, people. The world revolves itself around concepts created by the many great minds fortunate enough to share their ideas with the rest of the world. Some people take these ideas and push them further into works of art, technological innovations and during the recent EICMA 2017 show in Milan, some of the most amazing motorcycle concepts we’ve seen yet. (more…)

Mforce Bike launches Flood Relief Service Program for Penang flood victims

Mforce Bike Holdings Sdn Bhd is organising a special Flood Relief Service Program for all SYM, Benelli, Keeway and SM Sport bike owners affected by the flood in Penang.

All of the bike owners of the stated brands are entitled for 50% discount on selected spare parts and PJ1 engine oil plus free labour cost.

The service campaign will run from 15 to 18 November 2017 at selected dealers on the island and mainland.

Mforce Bike Holdings Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of SYM, Benelli, Keeway and SM Sport motorcycles here in Malaysia has just launched the Flood Relief Service Program in Penang. From 15 until 18 November 2017, all SYM, Benelli, Keeway and SM Sport bike owners who have been affected by the recent flood incident are entitled for 50% discount on selected spare parts and PJ1 engine oil plus free labour cost. (more…)

X-1R: Don’t be Fuel-ish!

The X-1R Corporation was developed to assist the National Aeronautical and Space Agency (NASA) solve issues related to fuel consumption.

Proven by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), they were able to drop the fuel consumption by 10% with the use of X-1R Engine Treatment.

Adding X-1R to your car or motorcycle can help avoid costly breakdowns and save up to 15% on your fuel.

Kennedy Space Centre: The National Aeronautical and Space Agency (NASA) were faced with a problem: they had to find an effective solution to reduce their ever rising fuel costs. Who could they refer to? None other than their long-time partner, X-1R Corporation. As a result of their pioneering engineering, the X-1R Corporation is one of the world’s only companies to have won the Certified Space technology Award and been inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame! (more…)

2018 Aprilia RSV4 RF Factory Works– Now with WINGLETS!

The latest 2018 Aprilia RSV4 RF Factory Works which will be available sometime next year will come with some MotoGP tech, particularly winglets.

Powered by a 999.6cc V4, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine, this particular RSV4 RF Factory Works produces 215hp thanks to new pistons, heads, ECU and full-racing exhaust.

Almost 10kg of extra weight has been shaved thanks to a brand new lithium-ion battery, fuel tank, exhaust and a few other carbon and aluminium parts.

It’s all a matter of time before the latest MotoGP technology drips down the manufacturer’s production bike and looks like Aprilia is the first one to deliver the opening uppercut. From their Aprilia RS-GP race machine to the 250hp RSV4 R FW-GP, they will now offer the 2018 Aprilia RSV4 RF Factory Works fitted with winglets. YES, WINGLETS. (more…)

2018 Suzuki SV650X – One sexy middleweight cafe racer

During the recent EICMA 2017 in Milan, Suzuki launched their one and only new bike for next year which is the 2018 Suzuki SV650X cafe racer.

Based on the popular SV650 platform, Suzuki’s new cafe racer receives a brand new facade with one killer paint job.

The 2018 SV650X comes with a 645cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, V-twin engine which produces 75hp and 64Nm of maximum torque.

With so many awesome bikes being launched and highlighted at the great EICMA 2017 just last week, it was way too easy for anyone who attended to actually absorb all the motorcycle-goodness in just a short period of time. Suzuki has hopped into the modern retro bandwagon with the launch of their latest 2018 Suzuki SV650X Cafe Racer. (more…)

Moto3: Jorge Martin takes home first win in final Moto3 race of 2017

Jorge Martin (Del Consa Gresini Moto3) has finally scored his first ever Moto3 victory in the final race of the 2017 season.

Joan Mir (Leopard Racing) came in second despite almost crashing out to avoid a collision with Gabriel Rodrigo (RBA BOE Racing Team) earlier in the race.

Marcos Ramirez (Platinum Bay Real Estate) completed the all-Spaniard podium with second ever podium finish for 2017.

After nine pole positions, eight podium finishes and three DNFs due to mechanical failure, injury and accident, Jorge Martin of the Del Consa Gresini Moto3 squad has finally taken his first ever Moto3 victory. He did so in superb style and performance in front of his home crowd in Valencia, Spain. (more…)

Moto2: Miguel Oliveira scores third race victory of the season for KTM

Miguel Oliveira (Red Bull KTM Ajo) gave KTM their third ever race victory for 2017 with their latest win in Valencia.

Franco Morbidelli (EG 0,0 Marc VDS) settled for second after struggling for tyre grip towards the end of the race.

Oliveira’s team mate, Brad Binder, recovered brilliantly by finishing in third after struggling with gear shifts in the first few opening laps.

The Red Bull KTM Ajo squad closed off their 2017 Moto2 efforts with a bang thanks to Miguel Oliveira who finished the last race of the season with a super race win. Starting from fourth position, the 22 year old rider from Portugal has awarded KTM with three race victories in their first ever year in the Moto2 race series. (more…)

Kawasaki and the Custom Scene

There are plenty of Kawasakis in the custom scene.

There’s no lack of customized Kawasakis in every category.

There are plenty of accessories in the market to customized Kawasakis.

Customizing your ride provides the satisfaction of knowing that it belongs to you and you only, and a reflection of your soul, preferences, and idea of what a bike should be to you. (more…)

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