Sep Irran, Author at BikesRepublic.com

NEW Yoshimura Goodies for 2017 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 / 300

The 2017 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 gets some beautiful upgrades from highly-renowned aftermarket product manufacturer, Yoshimura.

They’ve come up with a brand new Yoshimura R-77 exhaust system that is 1.8kg lighter and also will help increase the bike’s overall torque and power.

Yoshimura also came up with a new Fender Eliminator Kit just for the 2017 Versys-X 250/300 to give it a sleeker yet racing appeal.

It was only a few months ago when Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB) brought us their highly anticipated 2017 Kawasaki Versys-X 250. For the Malaysian market, this little adventure bike has filled in a gap that has been missing which has the potential to grow big and fast. (more…)

Kawasaki creates History with 100 Wins in WorldSBK on board the Ninja ZX-10RR

Kawasaki achieved one of the biggest milestones in the last round of WorldSBK where they scored a total of 100 wins in the racing series.

Both Jonathan Rea and Tom Sykes from the Kawasaki Racing Team contributed to the 100^th win at Donington Park where they dominated Race 1 and Race 2.

The feat was done on board Kawasaki’s ultimate track weapon, the outstanding Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR.

During the last WorldSBK round at Donington Park during the sixth PATA UK Round, the Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) created history by achieving their 100^th win the Superbikes World Championship. The historic moment in history was achieved thanks to two of their most successful riders, Tom Sykes and Jonathan Rea on board the amazing Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR. (more…)

Alpinestars Tech-Air wins 2017 CES Asia Top Innovation Award

Alpinestars Tech-Air has been honoured with an award for best ‘Wearables’ category in this year’s Consumer Electronics Show Asia Innovations Awards.

The motorcycle riding gear expert was the best nominee for the award in Shanghai, China last week where they came out on top for their innovative product.

There are two distinct versions of the Tech-Air™ systems; Tech-Air™ Street which was released back in 2014 and Tech-Air™ Race in 2016.

One of the pioneers of active airbag technology for motorcycle racing suits and safety gear has been awarded at the Consumer Electronics Show Asia Innovations Awards earlier this week. The award was given to Alpinestars in Shanghai, China for the best nominee in the ‘Wearable’ category for their Tech-Air™ active airbag system. (more…)

Ducati launches New 2017 Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0

Ducati just introduced a brand new 2017 Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0 at the Wheels and Waves event over at Biarritz, France.

The bike made a two-day road trip from Borgo Panigale, Italy where the Mach 2.0 travelled together with an updated Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle with new graphics.

The Mach 2.0 was designed by Roland Sands which was inspired by the Bell Cross Idol helmet included in the Ducati Scrambler 2017 apparel collection.

Ducati has just launched their latest addition the Scrambler family that is the 2017 Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0. The new Scrambler was unveiled during the Wheels and Waves event held in Biarritz, France. The famous French event goes on from 14 to 18 June 2017 and the Mach 2.0 was ridden from Borgo Panigale all the way to Biarritz. (more…)

Yamaha launches new 250cc cruiser – 2018 Yamaha V Star 250! (RM18,606)

Yamaha Motor Corporation (USA) followed up with yet another addition to their small capacity motorcycle line up with the 2018 Yamaha V Star 250 cruiser.

Powered by a 249cc,60-degree V-twin, air-cooled, SOHC carburettor engine, it’s the only V-twin motorcycle in its class.

The US market will start delivering the 2018 V Star 250 beginning September 2017 with a price tag of $4,349 (around RM18,606).

Together with the very recent release of the 2018 Yamaha XT250 and TW200 dual-sport motorcycles, Yamaha continues to expand their small capacity bike line up with the addition of the 2018 Yamaha V Star 250 cruiser. This comes right after another exciting launch of their Goldwing contender ‘transcontinental cruiser’, the 2018 Yamaha Star Venture. (more…)

New 2018 Yamaha XT250 & TW200 Dual-Sport Motorcycles released – From RM19,626!

Yamaha Motor Corporation (USA) has just released two new exciting small capacity, dual-sport bikes in their line up which are the 2018 Yamaha XT250 and TW200.

The XT250 and TW200 and perfect for beginners and veteran riders alike for some off-road or trail riding fun with these two great packages.

The recommended selling prices for the XT250 and TW200 are at $5,199 (around RM22,186) and $4,599 (around RM19,626).

Yamaha Motor Corporation (USA) just introduced two brand new and exciting additions to their current line up which are the 2018 Yamaha XT250 and 2018 Yamaha TW200 dual-sport motorcycles. These two bikes were launched to add more style, variety and excitement to their small capacity dual-sport division. (more…)

2018 Husqvarna FS 450 announced – A Supermoto Enthusiast’s Wet Dream

The 2018 Husqvarna FS 450 was announced by the Swedish manufacturer as their latest race-ready supermoto race bike.

The latest FS 450 has a brand new anti-hopping clutch mechanism sourced from race expert, Suter.

The supermoto is powered by Husqvarna’s 449cc single-cylinder engine which churns out around 63hp that drives all that power down to the rear wheel via a five-speed gearbox.

Want to be a part of the Supermoto scene but don’t want the hassle of building and customising your own race machine? Well, one Swedish manufacturer has you covered. We are of course referring to the latest 2018 Husqvarna FS 450, the race-ready supermoto with all the tech goodies. (more…)

MV Agusta RVS #1 – The Manufacturer’s First Saviour

The MV Agusta RVS #1 marks the Italian firm’s very first bike of the “Special Vehicles Department” program.

One bike commissioned to one specific owner is the main concept of the RVS program where the bike is heavily based around the customer’s requests and ideas.

The RVS #1 looks like a heavily-modified Brutale 800 which has the manufacturer’s most powerful 798cc three-cylinder engine that produces over 140hp and 85.4Nm of torque.

Just a couple of days ago, we reported on the very existence of the MV Agusta RVS program which stood for “Reparto Veicoli Speciali” or “Special Vehicles Department” or Special Vehicles Operations” in English. Via a special video debut, the firm introduced the first MV Agusta RVS #1 to roll of the fully-customised line. (more…)

Evil Knievel Stunt Bike for Sale – From RM340,000!

Want an Evil Knievel stunt bike of your very own? One of his stunt bikes will be on auction this 27 June 2017 at the Profiles in History Hollywood Auction, California.

The heavily-customised 1976 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLHC1000 was used in Evil Knievel’s 1977 movie “Viva Knievel!”

The bike has predicted to go for auction at a price range between $80,000 to $120,000 (RM340,800 to RM511,200)!

One of the most famous and iconic stunt motorcycle riders of all time has been through a lot of ups and down is his stunt riding career. Ten years on after his death, the name Evil Knievel is still one of the most recognised figures in the motorcycling industry. Evil Knievel was so big during his time that there was even a movie made by him entitled “Viva Knievel!” (more…)

Ride Home Safely with Kawasaki and Waze

For this Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) would like to take this opportunity to remind all motorcyclists to do maintenance and service their motorcycles before heading to their respective hometowns.

Kawasaki has collaborated with popular navigation app Waze to help locate all of the selected Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre (KESC) and Kawasaki Pit Stop (KPS) near the user’s area.

Kawasaki would also like to remind all motorcyclists to wear proper safety riding gear to ensure added safety during the Hari Raya journey back home to be with families and friends.

For the upcoming major Malaysian holiday that is the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration, Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB) has collaborated with the world’s most popular navigation app, Waze, to help fellow motorcyclists locate any nearby Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre (KESC) and Kawasaki Pit Stop (KPS) within the app itself. (more…)

2018 Yamaha YZ450F – A dirt bike you can tune using your Phone!

The all-new 2018 Yamaha YZ450F dirt bike can now be tuned using an app which can be downloaded on your iPhone or Android devices.

The bike features a Wi-Fi enabled ECU which helps in making changes to settings like fuel and ignition mappings with just a touch of the phone.

Other new features include a new engine, frame, transmission and radiator which sum up the price of the 2018 Yamaha YZ450F at $9,199 (around RM39,201).

That’s right, people! Yamaha has announced that their 2018 Yamaha YZ450F not only comes with a brand new engine, radiators, electric starter and lithium-ion battery but also has the ability to be tuned according to your riding needs via an app you can download on your smartphone! (more…)

TESTED: 2017 Kawasaki Z650 ABS vs Kawasaki ER6N



 Video: Our video comparison of both the Kawasaki Z650 & the ER6N, listen to 
 the difference in engine and exhaust sound.

The 2017 Kawasaki Z650 ABS is the replacement of the previous and very popular ER6N naked bike.

While the ER6N is considered to be a very capable and perfect bike for beginner riders wanting to try bigger capacity bikes, Kawasaki had to something big for its replacement.

We got our hands on both bikes and in this special feature, we’re going to put both bikes to test to see once and for all if the Z650 ABS is truly worthy substitute to the almost iconic ER6N.

As most of you have already know, Kawasaki Motors Malaysia released their first wave of new and exciting motorcycles in the Malaysian market earlier this year with the Kawasaki Ninja 650 ABS, Z650 ABS, Z900 ABS and the Versys-X 250. The Ninja 650 ABS, Z650 ABS and Z900 ABS are all the next generation street machines that replaced the previous ER6F, ER6N and Z800 respectively. (more…)

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