Sep Irran, Author at BikesRepublic.com

MotoGP mania – Why the Malaysian round is one of the best

As we head closer to the end of the 2017 MotoGP season, the penultimate round that is the Shell Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix is sure to bring in a lot of excitement for all those who attend. Having gained status as one of the most challenging circuits in the calendar, the Sepang International Circuit is always ready to throw one heck of a curve ball with the unpredictable weather.

The race is made even more exciting with the fact that more often than not, a champion emerges in the final flyaway race. Take last year for example when the current Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider Johann Zarco won his second Moto2 championship before graduating to MotoGP for 2017.

To read the story, CLICK HERE.

From the moment you arrive at the track’s parking area, the activities have already begun. Shell Advance has amazingly organised a special ride-through service for motorcycle owners. Those who came with their beloved bikes can roll in, buy some Shell Advance engine oils and get a free service (plus oil filter), refreshments, dedicated parking space and even Hillstand tickets! Not a bad way to start the day off, right?

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To make things more exciting, the Mall Area is filled up to the brim with so many booths and gigantic marquees that you’ll be spoilt for choice in terms of what activities you want to participate, freebies to take home and the ever popular meet and greet sessions with your beloved riders.

During the special weekends, all sorts of offers are up for grabs. One of the best examples would be the HJC Helmet Malaysia booth where you can get premium helmets at slashed prices right before your very eyes.

Weather too hot to handle? There’s another way on how you can enjoy the races without missing any of the action. Head over to the Red Bull marquee where it is without a doubt one of the coolest (literally and figuratively) ways to watch the race in comfort. Get your drinks ready and watch the giant screens set up for you to support your favourite riders!

No motorcycle extravaganza can be complete without some premium bikes being displayed. There are so many motorcycle manufacturers taking part that they themselves are already their own shows! It’s already an experience to visit all the booths before entering the grandstands.

The brands that are taking part in the races proudly displayed their prized and rare bikes which you only get to see on the Internet or TV. Not at the Malaysian MotoGP round 2017, folks. Take KTM for example where the main attraction is a lovely KTM RC16 replica race machine.

Check out the highlights of the KTM Malaysia booth by clicking HERE.

Fancy something a bit more Japanese? Try going to the Boon Siew Honda booth and check out the amazing Honda RC213V being displayed together with their MotoGP replica bike which is placed amongst other race and road machines. So, to take a closer look and of course, lots and lots of photos.

To know more about the Boon Siew Honda MotoGP 2017 booth, CLICK HERE.

If you’re one of the lucky one to get the opportunity to visit any of the paddocks, you’ll get to see up close and personal on how the teams work and get things prepared at the highest level of racing. No one does it better than these folks.

We were fortunate enough to be able to visit the IDEMITSU Honda Team Asia and also Team SUZUKI ECSTAR to witness the behind-the-scenes action and harmony between riders and other team members.

Want to spend some money on special merchandises? The Petronas booth for example took it up another notch with a few great performances from famous artists such as Altimet. Fans were entertained with the best of the best while purchasing top of the line merchandises, getting signatures from our Moto2 star rider Hafizh Syahrin and even a very unique ‘multiple angle’ photo booth.

At the end of the day, it’s all about the races. While Moto3 has already found their champion for 2017 that is Joan Mir of Leopard Racing (CLICK HERE to read the story), the Moto2 and MotoGP crowns are still up for grabs. The battles are now left between Franco Morbidelli EG (0,0 Marc VDS) and Tom Luthi (CarXpert Interwetten) in Moto2 and Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) and Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati Team) in MotoGP.

Will there be a champion at the end of Sunday? Come early because things are about to blow up. Moto3 will start at 12pm followed by Moto2 at 1.20pm and MotoGP at 3pm (local times). Don’t feel too bad if your riders don’t make it to the podium because all the booths prepped at the Mall Area are always ready to cheer you right back up before heading back home.

To know more about what other exciting things that you can do at the Sepang International Circuit during MotoGP, check out our exclusive article on the “11 things to do at the Sepang Circuit during MotoGP”.

And have you heard that Petronas wants to give some lucky people a year’s worth of engine lubricants? You can be one of those lucky people too by taking part in a simple contest. For more information on the contest, you can visit www.mymesra.com.my/pengejarimpian

2017 Aprilia RSV4 RF and Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 Factory launched! From RM104,251

Naza Premira Sdn Bhd has just launched the latest 2017 Aprilia RSV4 RF and Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 Factory yesterday.

The launch was held at the Aprilia Racing Team Gresini meet and greet session with their MotoGP rider, Sam Lowes.

The 2017 RSV4 RF is priced at RM127,571 while the 2017 Tuono 1100 V4 Factory is at RM104,251 (basic prices with GST).

In conjunction with the upcoming Shell Malaysia MotoGP round which is happening this very weekend, Naza Premira Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Aprilia motorcycles here in Malaysia took the opportunity to launch two of their latest motorcycles in their current line-up. These bikes are none other than the 2017 Aprilia RSV4 RF and Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 Factory. (more…)

2018 Honda Gold Wing officially unveiled – From $23,500 (RM99,534)!

The latest 2018 Honda Gold Wing has been officially launched at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show.

There will be two models available, the bagger-inspired 2018 Honda Gold Wing and the super touring Honda Gold Wing Tourer.

Honda has priced their sixth generation Gold Wing starting from $23,500 (around RM99,534) to and $27,700 (around RM117,323).

The big ballers from Honda have just dropped their latest 2018 Honda Gold Wing at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. This is the sixth generation continental cruiser to hit the streets which carries so many updates that you can consider it as a brand new machine. (more…)

2018 Shark Helmets and Furygan riding gears unveiled!

The latest collection of Shark Helmets and Furygan riding gears were introduced yesterday at the Spartan Concept Store, Bandar Sunway.

Furygan also introduced their latest summer collection riding jackets which also include suits, gloves and boots.

Their star MotoGP rider Johann Zarco was also present to entertain his fans with a special meet and greet session.

The official importer and distributor of Shark Helmets and Furygan riding gear, Winmaster Sdn Bhd, has just introduced their latest Shark helmets and Furygan riding gears for 2018. The unveiling was made yesterday at the Spartan Concept Store located in Bandar Sunway, Selangor. (more…)

Shell Advance rewards Malaysian fans with Jorge Lorenzo meet & greet!

Shell Advance together with Lazada Malaysia and Monster Energy Drinks organised a very special meet and greet session with Ducati MotoGP factory rider, Jorge Lorenzo.

Fans and winners of the Shell Advance Lazada Malaysia online contest were rewarded with a get together with the three-time MotoGP world champion.

The Spaniard rider was more than happy to entertain his fans with autographs and selfies.

Shell Advance together with the collaboration of Monster Energy Drinks rewarded a group of MotoGP enthusiasts with a special meet and greet session. With who, you ask? It was none other than three-time MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo of the Ducati MotoGP factory squad! (more…)

Boon Siew Honda ready to rock MotoGP with “Feel the Vibe” booth

For the 2017 Malaysian MotoGP round, Boon Siew Honda has planned something very special at their MotoGP booth.

Themed “Feel the Vibe”, there will be music, activities and their latest racing plus lifestyle merchandise available for purchase.

There will also be a Honda RC213V specially set up for attendees to have a seat and take photos with to remember the grand event.

The 2017 Malaysian MotoGP round is so, so close that you can already smell it in the air. Considered one of the biggest motorcycle racing events in the world (and most definitely here in Malaysia), all the manufacturers are bringing out their big guns to the show. One of them is none other than Boon Siew Honda. (more…)

PETRONAS partners up with SIC to form PETRONAS Sprinta Racing team

PETRONAS and Sepang International Circuit (SIC) have joined forces to form the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing team to further develop the future of two-wheel motorsports in the region.

The PETRONAS Talent Development Programme (TDP) and SIC Talent Development Programme (SICTD) have been brought together to assist with the ongoing efforts to nurture young talents.

SIC will take charge of managing the team and riders while PETRONAS will strive on expanding the brand’s image in the international motorcycle racing arena.

It was recently announced that PETRONAS and Sepang International Circuit (SIC) has entered a very monumental strategic partnership with the formation of a brand new racing team called the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing outfit. (more…)

KTM announces 50cc electric mini bike for 2019!

KTM recently announced that they will be producing a 50cc electric mini bike for the motorcross scene as early as 2019.

Dubbed the KTM ‘E-Mini’, it is going to resemble the current 2017 KTM 50 SX Mini which is primed with a 49cc, single-cylinder, two-stroke, liquid-cooled engine.

The prototype race version of the E-Mini is said to lap around the dirt track around two seconds faster than the current petrol-powered 50 SX Mini.

Attention to all the cool parents who want to get their kids started in the motorcross or dirt bike scene! If you’re looking for the best way possible to do so, then you should pay attention to this latest announcement by KTM on producing a 50cc electric mini bike dubbed the ‘E-Mini’! (more…)

An electric Ducati bike by 2030?

There’s a plan indicating that an electric Ducati bike will appear in the market by the year 2030.

The VW Group announced at the recent Frankfurt Auto Show on their latest green initiative dubbed “Roadmap E”.

The initiative plans to diversify each and every motoring brand under its wings with at least one electric vehicle by the year 2030.

According to a recent report made by Asphalt and Rubber, the recent Frankfurt Auto Show saw Volkswagen Group Chairman Matthias Muller announcing that all of the motoring brands and companies under them will introduce at least one fully-electric machine by the year 2030. (more…)

A Smoother Ride with PETRONAS Sprinta with Ultraflex

PETRONAS Sprinta has been etched in the minds of Malaysians and they’re ready to take it further with their latest PETRONAS Sprinta with Ultraflex.

The latest lubricant from PETRONAS has been designed specifically to reduce the level of stress on an engine as it goes through the daily routine.

PETRONAS is also hosting a special online contest called the ‘Pengejar Impian’ (Dream Chaser) Facebook contest where you can win a year’s worth of PETRONAS Sprinta and Primax products.

PETRONAS Sprinta has been synonymous with motorcycle engine lubricants in Malaysia, as nasi lemak and roti canai are synonymous with being Malaysian. PETRONAS Sprinta has been etched in the minds of Malaysians thanks to it being so widely visible on both local and international motorsport platforms, and now the brand is set to take things up a notch with a new product called PETRONAS Sprinta with Ultraflex. (more…)

Suzuki suspends motorcross activities in FIM World MXGP and Japan for 2018

Suzuki Motor Corporation announced that they will be suspending their motorcross activities throughout Japan and the FIM World MXGP Championship starting next year.

In the announcement, Suzuki stated that they will be focusing more on its motorcycles operations and core business functions.

Suzuki also stated they will continue to produce their motorcross bikes like the RM-Z250 and 450 series.

Suzuki Motors Corporation has just announced that they will be suspending all of their motorcross efforts in Japan as well as in the FIM World MXGP Championship beginning of 2018. The sudden announcement was made on its official Suzuki Racing website at www.suzuki-racing.com just moments ago. (more…)

Moto3: Joan Mir crowned 2017 Moto3 World Champion!

After the Australian MotoGP round yesterday, Joan Mir of Leopard Racing was crowned the 2017 Moto3 World Champion after winning his ninth race of the season.

The 20 year old Spaniard made his debut just two years ago at the very same track he won the 2017 Moto3 World Championship yesterday.

The intense fight over at Phillip Island had to be stopped due to heavy rain where Joan Mir was announced as the race winner and overall champion.

Joan Mir of Leopard Racing has been crowned the 2017 Moto3 World Champion after an amazing battle yesterday. Despite the ever changing weather conditions which resulted in a red flag due to rain, the race stopped the race where the 20 year old Spaniard won the race in Phillip Island where he sealed the deal as the 2017 Moto3 World Champion. (more…)

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