Wahid Ooi, Author at BikesRepublic.com

Ducati Desmo450 MX (2026) Dipratontonkan

Ducati Desmo450 MX (2026), motosikal motocross pertama Ducati, telah diperkenalkan sebagai bahagian pertama Ducati World Premiere.

Ya, ia dipanggil model 2026 walaupun jualan akan bermula pada bulan Julai di Amerika Utara. Namun, Ducati telah mendedahkan beberapa butiran teknologi yang menarik.

Enjin

Di sinilah Desmo450 MX mendapat namanya (maaf kerana terlalu jelas).
Ia menggunakan enjin satu silinder 449.6 cc yang dilengkapi sistem injap Desmodromic ikonik Ducati.
Penggunaan sistem Desmo membenarkan angkatan injap yang lebih tinggi berbanding aci sesondol (camshaft) tradisional, menghasilkan julat tork yang lebih lebar dan RPM maksimum yang lebih tinggi.

Saiz bore dan stroke masing-masing ialah 96 mm dan 62.1 mm.
Injap masuk diperbuat daripada titanium 40 mm, manakala injap ekzos diperbuat daripada besi berisi natrium 33 mm.
Shaft penyeimbang (counterbalancer) menggabungkan pam air untuk menjimatkan berat.

Begitu juga, alternator, kepala silinder, dan penutup enjin diperbuat daripada magnesium untuk mengurangkan berat.
Hasilnya, enjin Desmo450 MX menghasilkan 63.5 hp pada 9,400 RPM dan 53.5 Nm pada 7,500 RPM, dengan 70% tork puncak tersedia pada 4,200 RPM.
Enjin ini mempunyai titik merah pada 11,000 RPM, yang Ducati dakwa sebagai penanda aras baharu dalam segmen MX.

Kerangka

Apa gunanya enjin berkuasa tanpa rangka yang kukuh?
Oleh itu, rangkanya diperbuat daripada aluminium dan direka khas untuk membenarkan saluran masuk dan ekzos yang lurus.
Rangka ini hanya terdiri daripada 11 komponen yang dituang, ditempa, dan diekstrud, berbanding hampir dua kali ganda bagi pesaing Ducati—sekali lagi untuk menjimatkan berat daripada kimpalan.

Bahagian hadapan rangka yang menyambung tiang stereng sehingga ke pemasangan penyerap hentakan belakang dituang sebagai satu bahagian, dengan berat hanya 9 kg (lebih ringan daripada ketuhar elektrik 50 liter!).
Ducati mendakwa bahawa Ducati Desmo450 MX hanya seberat 104.8 kg tanpa bahan api (Sebagai perbandingan, keberatan Yamaha Y16ZR ialah119 kg).

Casis

Fork hadapan ialah jenis kartrig tertutup Showa dengan pergerakan (travel) 310 mm, dan boleh dilaras untuk mampatan dan lantunan.
Monoshock belakang Showa menyediakan pergerakan 301 mm, dan boleh dilaras untuk pramuat, mampatan, dan lantunan.

Ducati menekankan bahawa Alessandro Lupino memenangi Kejohanan MX1 Itali dengan suspensi dan larasan standard.
Brek semestinya daripada Brembo, dengan kaliper terapung dua omboh mencengkam cakera Galfer 260 mm di hadapan, manakala kaliper terapung satu omboh mencengkam cakera Galfer 240 mm di belakang.

Roda daripada Takasago Excel (semestinya!).

Elektronik

Fikirkan Ducati Desmo450 MX bebas daripada kecintaan kilang terhadap elektronik? Fikir sekali lagi!
Tapi jangan risau, kerana Ducati bijak ketika mereka bantu pengendalian motosikal ini.
Sebagai contoh, fungsi Ducati Traction Control (DTC) tidak terus memotong tork dan kuasa enjin apabila ia mengesan tayar tergelincir atau motosikal melompat.

Terdapat empat tahap DTC untuk melaras tahap campur tangan elektronik, membenarkan sistem menentukan berapa banyak kegelongsoran tayar dan pengurangan tork enjin.
Terdapat dua mod menunggang: Smooth dan Dynamic.
- Smooth memberikan penghantaran kuasa yang lebih lembut dan progresif.
- Dynamic menawarkan penghantaran kuasa yang lebih linear dan langsung.
Selain itu, terdapat juga Launch Control dengan 3 tahap:
- Tahap 1 & 2 lebih agresif.
- Tahap 3 lebih lembut.
Sistem ini akan menyahaktif secara automatik apabila penunggang menutup pendikit atau mencapai gear ke-4.

Harga

Ducati Desmo450 MX 2026 akan mula dijual di Amerika Utara pada bulan Julai, dengan harga AS$11,495.

2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX Previewed

Ducati’s first motocross motorcycle, the 2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX has been previewed as the first instalment of the Ducati World Premiere.

And yes, it is called a 2026 model, although sales will begin in July in North America. However, Ducati has revealed some tantalising tech details.

Engine

It is where the Desmo450 MX gets its name from (sorry for being too obvious).
It is a 449.6 cc single-cylinder engine featuring Ducati’s synonymous Desmodromic valvetrain.
Using the Desmo allows for higher lift values than traditional camshafts, resulting in a wider torque curve and higher engine RPMs.

Bore and stroke figures are 96 mm and 62.1 mm, respectively.
The vales are 40 mm titanium ones for intake valves and 33 mm sodium-filled steel exhaust valves.
The counterbalancer shaft integrates the water pump to save weight.

Likewise, the alternator, cylinder head, and covers are made of magnesium to save weight.
The sum of all these measures allows the Desmo450 MX’s engine to produce 63.5 hp at 9,400 RPM and 53.5 Nm at 7,500 RPM, with 70 percent of the peak torque at 4,200 RPM.
The engine redlines at 11,000 RPM, which Ducati says is a benchmark in the MX segment.

Frame

What is the use of a powerful engine without a skeleton, eh?
As such, the frame is twin-spar aluminium and purposefully designed to allow for straight intake and exhaust ducts.
The frame is made up of only 11 cast, forged, and extruded pieces compared to almost twice that for Ducati’s competitors; again to save weight from welds.

The front section of the frame which connects the steering column and all the way to the rear shock absorber mount is cast as a single piece, weighing just 9 kg. (That is lighter than a 50-litre electric oven.)
Ducati claims that the Ducati Desmo450 MX weighs just 104.8 kg without fuel. (By comparison, the Yamaha Y16ZR has a kerb weight of 119 kg.)

Chassis

The front forks are Show closed cartridge type, with 310 mm of travel, and are adjustable for compression and rebound.
The rear Showa monoshock provides 301 mm of travel, and are adjustable for preload, compression, and rebound.

Ducati emphasised that Alessandro Lupino won the MX1 Italian Championship on this stock suspension and setup.
Brakes are of course from Brembo, with a two-piston floating caliper gripping a 260 mm Galfer disc up front, while a single-piston floating caliper grips a 240 mm Galfer disc at the back.

Wheels are Takasago Excel (of course!).

Electronics

Think the Ducati Desmo450 MX escapes the factory’s love for electronics? Think again!
But fear not, because Ducati was smart when designing the bike’s rider aids.
For example, the Ducati Traction Control (DTC) function does not keep cutting engine torque and power when it senses tyre slip or when the bike is in flight.

There are four levels of DTC to fine tune the level of intervention, for the system to allow how much tyre slippage and engine torque reduction.
There are two riding modes, namely Smooth and Dynamic.
Smooth allows for a gentler and progressive power delivery, while Dynamic features a more linear and direct power delivery.

Additionally, there is also Launch Control with 3 levels. Levels 1 and 2 are more aggressive, while level 3 is smoother. The system deactivates automatically when the rider rolls off the throttle or when the rider reaches 4th gear.

Pricing

The 2026 Ducati Desmo450 MX will begin selling in North America in July, with a price of US$11,495.

Kebakaran Besar di Putra Heights, Penduduk Dipindahkan

Penduduk Putra Heights, Puchong dikejutkan pada Hari Kedua Hari Raya Aidilfitri akibat kebakaran besar akibat daripada paip gas utama yang pecah.

Menurut beberapa sumber, kejadian itu bermula kira-kira pukul 8.10 pagi apabila paip gas sepanjang 500 meter di Jalan Putra Harmoni pecah dan terbakar.

Api yang marak telah merosakkan banyak rumah dan kenderaan berhampiran, termasuk di kampung berdekatan. Stesen minyak PETRONAS di kawasan tersebut dilaporkan masih selamat walaupun telah ditutup dan dipantau rapi.

Unit Pengurusan Bencana Selangor menyatakan bahawa api merebak ke beberapa rumah di kampung berhampiran, dan usaha menyelamat penduduk yang terperangkap telah dilakukan. Beberapa orang mengalami kecederaan akibat melecur dan akan dibawa untuk rawatan, namun jumlah kerosakan sebenar masih dinilai. Mereka juga memaklumkan bahawa injap paip gas telah ditutup, yang akhirnya akan memadamkan api.

Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat telah memindahkan penduduk di kawasan berdekatan. Sehingga pukul 10 pagi, pasukan bomba berjaya menyelamatkan 7 orang, termasuk 2 warga emas.

Sumber lain melaporkan kira-kira 25 penduduk cedera, dengan 5 lagi dimasukkan ke hospital. Ada yang melecur, sesak nafas, dan mengalami kecederaan lain.

Beberapa video dan gambar yang dirakam mula tular di media sosial, menunjukkan beberapa rumah terbakar dan objek-objek yang terdedah kepada suhu melampau.

Sementara itu, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) telah mengeluarkan kenyataan media mengesahkan bahawa kebakaran itu berpunca dari paip gas utama mereka:

PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) mengesahkan bahawa satu kebakaran telah berlaku di paip gas utama PGB berhampiran Putra Heights, Puchong, Selangor pada 1 April 2025 jam 0810 pagi.

Paip gas yang terjejas telah diasingkan, dan semua pihak berkepentingan telah dimaklumkan.

PGB bekerjasama rapat dengan semua pihak berkenaan bagi memastikan keselamatan komuniti sekitar, alam sekitar, dan bekalan gas negara adalah keutamaan utama kami.

Sementara itu, PGB ingin memaklumkan bahawa tiga stesen minyak PETRONAS berhampiran — PS Putra Heights, PS KM2 LDP, dan PS Putra Bestari — tidak terjejas tetapi ditutup buat sementara waktu sebagai langkah berjaga-jaga.

Pelanggan boleh menggunakan stesen minyak alternatif seperti PS USJ 20, USJ 6, dan USJ 9 untuk keperluan pengisian bahan api.

Kami akan memberikan maklumat terkini dalam masa terdekat memandangkan siasatan masih dijalankan.

Huge Fire at Putra Heights Prompts Evacuation of Residents

Residents of Putra Heights, Puchong had a rude awakening on the Second Day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri when a main gas pipeline burst and resulted in a massive fire.

According to several sources, the incident began at approximately 8.10 a.m. when a 500m gas pipeline along Jalan Putra Harmoni burst and caught fire.

The inferno had damaged many homes and vehicles nearby including those at the adjacent village. Thankfully, the PETRONAS petrol stations in the area are still save, although they have been cordoned off and closely monitored.

The Selangor Disaster Management unit said that the blaze spread to several houses in a nearby village, and efforts were efforts being made to rescue trapped residents. It added that several people suffered burns and will be taken for treatment, but the extent of the full damage is being assessed, and said that the valve to the pipeline has been shut, and that will eventually stop the fire.

The Fire and Rescue Department has evacuated residents in the adjacent areas. As up to 10 a.m., the Department had managed to rescue 7 individuals, including 2 elderly persons.

Another source said that some 25 residents were injured, with another 5 hospitalised. Some suffered burns, difficulties breathing, and injuries.

Several videos and photos caught by are beginning to filter into social media, showing scenes of some houses on fire and objects exposed to extreme heat.

Meanwhile, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) has issued a media statement, confirming that the blaze was from their main gas pipeline:

PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) confirms that a fire has occurred at the main PGB pipeline near Putra Heights, Puchong, Selangor on 1st April 2025 at 0810 hrs.

The affected pipeline has been isolated, and all relevant stakeholders have been informed.

PGB is working closely with all relevant parties to ensure the safety of the surrounding community, environment and security of gas supply to the nation is our utmost priority.

Meanwhile, PGB wishes to inform that the surrounding three PETRONAS retail stations — PS Putra Heights, PS KM2 LDP and PS Putra Bestari — are not affected but have been temporarily closed as a precautionary measure.

Customers may use the following alternatives for their refueling needs – PS USJ 20, USJ 6 and USJ 9.

We will provide additional updates and information in due course as investigations are still underway.

Boon Siew Honda Mengalukan Kedatangan Kunitomo Asano sebagai Pengurus Urasan dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif

Boon Siew Honda mengalu-alukan En. Kunitomo Asano sebagai Pengarah Urusan dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (CEO) baharu.

Boon Siew Honda mengalu-alukan Encik Kunitomo Asano sebagai Pengarah Urusan dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (CEO) baharu, menggantikan Encik Mitsuharu Funase yang telah dilantik sebagai Pengurus Besar Bahagian Perlumbaan Motosikal di Honda Racing Corporation.

Encik Asano secara rasmi akan memegang jawatan pada 1 April 2025. Sebelum ini berkhidmat sebagai Ketua Pegawai Pemasaran dan Jualan di Boon Siew Honda, beliau membawa pengalaman lebih 20 tahun dalam industri motosikal—10 tahun di Jepun dan 10 tahun lagi di pasaran antarabangsa, termasuk Thailand, India, dan Malaysia. Pemahaman mendalam beliau tentang trend global serta dinamik pasaran tempatan melengkapkannya dengan baik untuk memacu pertumbuhan berterusan Boon Siew Honda.

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Mengimbas kembali perjalanan kerjayanya, Encik Asano berkongsi bagaimana pengajiannya dalam bahasa Urdu dan Cina ternyata berguna di Malaysia, membantunya berhubung lebih erat dengan budaya tempatan. Kerjaya beliau bersama Honda bermula dengan tugasan di Malaysia, di mana beliau pertama kali menjalin ikatan kuat dengan negara ini. Selama bertahun-tahun, beliau telah mengumpulkan pengalaman luas dalam perancangan produk, perniagaan eksport, dan strategi pasaran di pelbagai wilayah.

Selain itu, semasa memegang jawatan sebagai KSMO, Encik Asano memainkan peranan penting dalam menstabilkan dan meningkatkan jualan sambil memperkukuh kecekapan operasi. Di bawah kepimpinannya, Boon Siew Honda berjaya memperkenalkan model motosikal baharu, mengembangkan rangkaian pengedar BigWing, serta melancarkan kempen uji jalan strategik. Usaha beliau menjadi pemangkin utama dalam memposisikan syarikat untuk kejayaan jangka panjang.

Sebagai CEO, Encik Asano bertekad untuk terus memperkukuh kehadiran jenama Honda di Malaysia. Beliau bermatlamat untuk meningkatkan pengalaman pelanggan, memperbaiki rangkaian perkhidmatan, serta mendorong inovasi produk berterusan. Tambahan lagi, beliau menekankan keselamatan penunggang dengan menangani cabaran berkaitan trafik melalui teknologi keselamatan canggih dan inisiatif pendidikan.

Dalam pasaran yang pesat berubah dan sangat kompetitif, Encik Asano merancang untuk memanfaatkan kepakaran global Honda sambil menyesuaikan penyelesaian mengikut keperluan Malaysia. Dengan mengintegrasikan teknologi canggih, memperluas perkhidmatan selepas jualan, serta memperkukuh reputasi Honda sebagai jenama yang boleh dipercayai, beliau membayangkan Boon Siew Honda yang lebih kukuh dan kompetitif.

Boon Siew Honda Welcomes Kunitomo Asano as MD and CEO

Boon Siew Honda welcomes Mr. Kunitomo Asano as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Mr. Mitsuharu Funase, who has been appointed General Manager of the Motorcycle Race Division at Honda Racing Corporation.

Mr. Asano officially assumes office on 1st April 2025. Previously serving as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Boon Siew Honda, he brings over 20 years of experience in the motorcycle industry, 10 years in Japan and another 10 years in international markets, including Thailand, India, and Malaysia. His deep understanding of both global trends and local market dynamics positions him well to drive Boon Siew Honda’s continued growth.

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Reflecting on his journey, Mr. Asano recalls how his studies in Urdu and Chinese unexpectedly proved valuable in Malaysia, allowing him to connect more deeply with the local culture. His career with Honda began with an assignment in Malaysia, where he first forged a strong connection with the country. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience in product planning, export business, and market strategy across diverse regions.

Furthermore, during his tenure as CSMO, Mr. Asano played a pivotal role in stabilising and growing sales while strengthening operational efficiency. Under his leadership, Boon Siew Honda successfully introduced new motorcycle models, expanded its BigWing dealer network, and launched strategic test ride campaigns. His efforts were instrumental in positioning the company for long-term success.

As CEO, Mr. Asano is committed to further strengthening Honda’s brand presence in Malaysia. He aims to enhance customer experiences, improve service networks, and drive continuous product innovation. Additionally, he places great emphasis on rider safety, addressing traffic-related challenges through advanced safety technologies and educational initiatives.

In an evolving and highly competitive market, Mr. Asano plans to leverage Honda’s global expertise while tailoring solutions to Malaysia’s needs. By integrating advanced technology, expanding after-sales services, and reinforcing Honda’s reputation for reliability, he envisions a stronger and more competitive Boon Siew Honda.

BMW R 12 G/S Telah Dilancarkan

BMW R 12 G/S telah dilancarkan; mengambil alih tempat R nineT Urban G/S yang anggun.

BMW R 12 G/S, dan juga pendahulunya, mempunyai kaitan langsung dengan R 80 G/S yang diperkenalkan pada tahun 1980. R 80 G/S merevolusikan dunia motosikal dengan menggabungkan keupayaan motosikal kembara jarak jauh dan lasak, justeru menjadikannya “nenek moyang” semua motosikal adventure, tanpa mengira jenama. Sebenarnya, “G/S” bermaksud ‘Gelände / Straße’ (sebutan ‘stras-se‘), atau ‘Off-road / Street‘ dalam bahasa Inggeris. Sekarang anda tahu asal-usul siri BMW GS.

“Dengan BMW R 12 G/S yang baru, BMW Motorrad menawarkan enduro klasik untuk keseronokan off-road yang tulen. Singkatan yang dipinjam daripada R 80 G/S legenda ini bermaksud ‘Gelände / Straße’ (Off-road / Street) dan menandakan bahawa ahli baru keluarga BMW R 12 ini menguasai kedua-dua keadaan dengan sama baik. Kami tahu ramai peminat telah menantikan motosikal ini,” kata Markus Lederer, Ketua Siri (enjin) Boxer.

Ciri-ciri utama:

Reka bentuk enduro klasik dan tulen.
Enjin boxer dua silinder penyejuk udara/minyak asli dengan 80 kW (109 hp) pada 7,000 rpm dan 115 Nm pada 6,500 rpm.

Sistem ekzos aliran tunggal di sebelah kiri dengan silencer belakang dipasang tinggi dan ekor berbentuk kon.
Kerangka tiub ruang satu bahagian dengan bahagian kepala stereng yang dinaikkan dan diletakkan ke hadapan. Kerangka belakang dipasang dengan bolt.

Fork teleskopik terbalik boleh laras sepenuhnya di depan dan lengan ayun Paralever dengan penyerap kejutan belakang bersudut, juga boleh laras sepenuhnya dengan redaman bergantung pada perjalanan yang telah dikemas kini.
Roda hadapan 21 inci dan roda belakang 17 inci sebagai standard. Roda belakang 18 inci disertakan dalam pakej “Enduro Package Pro” sebagai peralatan pilihan.

Kaliper terapung 2-piston dipasang secara aksial, tali brek fleksibel keluli dan cakera brek 310 mm.
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro untuk pemberhentian selamat walaupun ketika condong di selekoh.

Mod menunggang “Rain”, “Road” dan “Enduro” sebagai standard. Mod tambahan “Enduro Pro” tersedia sebagai peralatan pilihan.
DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) dan kawalan tujah enjin (MSR) sebagai standard.

Panel instrumen bulat klasik dan soket 12V. Paparan digital tersedia sebagai peralatan pilihan dari kilang.
Unit lampu LED berkuasa sebagai standard dan “Headlight Pro” adaptif sebagai peralatan pilihan dari kilang.

Keyless Ride untuk mengaktifkan fungsi kunci melalui radio sebagai standard.
Tiga warna menarik untuk penampilan bergaya.

Pelbagai pilihan penyesuaian dari kilang tersedia melalui aksesori Original BMW Motorrad berkualiti premium.

Pilihan warna dan harga
Tiga pilihan warna ialah:

Night black matt (versi asas).
Light white paint (versi pilihan).
Sandrover matt (Option 719 Aragonit).

Harga BMW R 12 G/S belum diumumkan.

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BMW R 12 G/S Unveiled

The BMW R 12 G/S has been unveiled; and takes over from the beautiful R nineT Urban G/S.

the BMW R 12 G/S and indeed, its predecessor draws a direct lineage to the R 80 G/S which made its debut in 1980. The R 80 G/S revolutionised the motorcycling world, by combining long-distance touring and off-road capabilities, hence is the grandaddy of all adventure motorcycles, regardless of brand. In fact, “G/S” stands for ‘Gelände / Straße (pronounced stras-se)’, or ‘Off-road / Street’ in English. Now you know the origins of the BMW GS series.

Back to the BMW R 12 G/S, the company seeks to capture the spirit of the legendary bike, but it is not limited to cosmetics: “With the new BMW R 12 G/S, BMW Motorrad is offering a classic enduro for puristic off-road fun. The abbreviation borrowed from the legendary R 80 G/S stands for ‘Gelände / Straße’ (Off-road / Street) and signals that the new member of the BMW R 12 family masters both equally. We know that numerous fans have been eagerly waiting for this motorcycle,” said Markus Lederer, Head of Boxer Series.

Highlights:

Classic, purist enduro design.
Original air/oil-cooled two-cylinder boxer engine with 80 kW (109 hp) at 7,000 rpm and 115 Nm at 6,500 rpm.

Left-hand single-flow exhaust system with high-mounted rear silencer and conical tailpipe.
One-piece tubular spaceframe with raised and forward-positioned steering head section. Bolted-on rear frame.

Fully adjustable upside-down telescopic fork at the front and Paralever swing arm with angled, also fully adjustable rear shock absorber with revised travel-dependent damping.
21-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear wheel as standard. 18-inch rear wheel as part of the “Enduro Package Pro” optional equipment.

Axially mounted 2-piston floating calipers, steel flex brake lines and 310 mm brake discs.
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro for safe braking even when leaning into corners.

“Rain”, “Road” and “Enduro” riding modes as standard. Additional “Enduro Pro” riding mode available as optional equipment.
DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) and engine drag torque control (MSR) as standard.

Classic round instrument panel and 12 V socket. Digital display available as optional equipment ex works.
Powerful LED light units as standard and adaptive “Headlight Pro” as optional equipment ex works.

Keyless Ride for conveniently activating the locking functions via radio as standard.
Three attractive colors for a stylish look.

Tailored range of ex works customization optional equipment available through the premium quality Original BMW Motorrad accessories range.

Colour options and price

The three colour options are Night black matt (basic version), Light white paint (optional version), Sandrover matt (Option 719 Aragonit).

The price of the BMW R 12 G/S has not been announced.

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Why Time Tracking is not the Best Solution to Catch Speedsters

Malaysian authorities will begin testing a system that records the travel duration of a vehicle from one location to another using AWAS (Automated Awareness Safety System) cameras.

This means the system will capture an image of the vehicle’s license plate via the first AWAS camera and record the time. Then, this image will be compared with the image taken by the next AWAS camera, with its time also recorded and compared. If the vehicle passes the subsequent AWAS camera too early based on the calculated duration, it is deemed that the vehicle was driven too fast.

How is a driver determined to have exceeded the speed limit?

The calculation uses the formula:

Distance (km) = Time [(minutes / 60) hours] × Average Speed (km/h)

For example, let’s set the distance as 100 km and the time taken by the vehicle to travel from Toll A to Toll B. We use time because the AWAS system considers it to determine the vehicle’s average speed. Do note that time is converted from minutes to hours by dividing it by 60 (since there are 60 minutes in an hour) to express speed in km/h.

Example A:

Suppose a vehicle covers a 100 km journey in 30 minutes. The speed limit for this route is 110 km/h.

Average speed = 100 km / (30 minutes / 60) hour,

Average speed = 100 km / 0.5 hour = 200 km/h

Result: Fined! (Exceeds the speed limit)

Example B:

The vehicle covered the 100 km distance in 60 minutes.

Average speed = 100 km / (60 minutes / 60) hours,

Average speed = 100 km / 1 hour = 100 km/h

Result: No fine (Average speed did not exceed the limit).

Calculating the “Safe” Travel Duration to Comply with the Speed Limit

Since the AWAS system tracks the duration taken for a vehicle to move between two points, what is the calculated “safe” duration?

100 km = (X / 60) hours × 110 km/h

(X / 60) = 100 km / 110 km/h = 0.909 hours

Thus, X (average time) = 0.909 hours × 60 minutes = 54.54 minutes

To verify if this calculation is correct, check whether 54.54 minutes multiplied by 110 km/h equals 100 km:

Distance = 0.909 hours × 110 km/h = 100 km

TA-DA!

This means you should pass the second AWAS camera in at least 54.54 minutes after passing the first one. With this formula, you can plan your trip by calculating the required travel time and adjusting your speed accordingly.

However…

This system is not a foolproof solution, especially for those proficient in math who know how to circumvent the formulated time by speeding excessively at certain stretches and then slowing down to match the calculated time, making it appear as if they complied with the speed limit. In fact, this is a technique used by rally drivers when transitioning between Special Stages (SS) on public roads.

Or, of more concern is that many Malaysians are not math proficient and/or too lazy to calculate anything, thus not knowing the required travel duration and consequently driving either too fast or too slow. So, back to square one.

Additionally, you can no longer arrive earlier than the calculated time even if the road is completely empty, which increases travel duration, and may even contribute to traffic build up and congestion.

So, what’s your opinion?

Is the current system better, or is this new system more effective?

Use of AI to Catch Speeding Drivers

The Awareness Automatic System (AWAS) will introduce an upgraded AI-powered ‘point-to-point’ (P2P) method to measure vehicle travel duration and distance, enabling the detection of speeding violations. A trial run is expected to begin this June.

This pilot project, designed to replace the current static speed enforcement method, will monitor two highway routes:

Genting Sempah Tunnel to Gombak Rest Stop;
Senawang Toll Plaza to Simpang Ampat (Alor Gajah) Toll Plaza.

Additionally, the system will be installed at high-risk accident zones along longer stretches, such as the Menora Tunnel to Sungai Perak Rest Stop route.

Datuk Jana Santhiran Muniayan, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Transport (MOT), explained in an interview with Berita Harian that speeding drivers can be detected by toll plaza sensors if they arrive at their destination earlier than the estimated travel time.

He mentioned that a company has already been appointed to handle the proof of concept (POC) for this system without any financial burden on the government.

“The pilot will be conducted on two selected highway routes. If proven effective, we are ready to implement it fully. The system, installed at toll plazas, will record travel time based on distance coverage.”

“For example, if a driver travels from Jalan Duta (Kuala Lumpur) to Tanjung Malim (Perak) faster than the allowed time, their vehicle’s license plate will be automatically detected, and a summons will be issued,” he said.

Jana Santhiran added that the AI-powered system can also detect if a driver stops at any location to artificially extend their travel time and evade detection.

“This means drivers cannot escape being caught for speeding, as the system calculates violations based on distance and time,” he emphasized.

Earlier in January, Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that the AWAS cameras would be upgraded with the point-to-point method, replacing the previous static enforcement approach.

Guna AI untuk Kesan Pemandu Lampaui Had Laju

Kaedah ‘point-to-point‘ (satu tempat ke satu tempat) yang dilengkapkan dalam Sistem Keselamatan Kesedaran Automatik (AWAS) dengan teknologi AI (‘artificial intelligence‘/kecerdasan buatan) bagi mengukur tempoh dan jarak perjalanan kenderaan untuk mengesan pemandu melanggar had laju, dijangka dimulakan secara percubaan pada Jun ini.

Projek rintis kaedah itu yang dirancang menggantikan kaedah statik diguna pakai selama ini, akan memantau dua laluan lebuh raya, masing-masing antara laluan terowong Genting Sempah ke hentian Rehat Gombak dan arah Plaza Tol Senawang ke Plaza Tol Simpang Ampat (Alor Gajah).

Selain itu, sistem ini akan dipasang di lokasi yang sering berlaku kemalangan di jarak laluan yang lebih panjang contohnya di lokasi Terowong Menora ke Hentian Rehat Sungai Perak.

Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Pengangkutan (MOT), Datuk Jana Santhiran Muniayan ketika ditemui BH, berkata pemandu melanggar had laju boleh dikesan alat dipasang di plaza tol jika tiba di destinasi lebih cepat daripada anggaran tempoh sepatutnya.

Katanya, sebuah syarikat sudah dilantik mengendalikan proses bukti konsep atau proof of concept (POC) kaedah berkenaan tanpa sebarang impak kewangan kepada kerajaan.

“Projek akan dilaksana secara rintis di dua lokasi lebuh raya terbabit. Jika benar-benar efisien, kita sedia serahkannya untuk dilaksanakan. Sistem ini dipasang di plaza tol, akan ambil bacaan masa perjalanan berdasarkan jarak ke jarak.

“Contohnya pemandu dari Jalan Duta, Kuala Lumpur ke Tanjung Malim, Perak, tiba lebih awal dari masa sepatutnya, jadi nombor plat kenderaan akan dikesan dan saman dikeluarkan automatik,” katanya.

Jana Santhiran menjelaskan, sistem dengan teknologi AI itu juga boleh mengesan tempoh seorang pemandu berhenti di mana-mana lokasi jika mereka berbuat demikian untuk memanjangkan tempoh perjalanan bagi mengelak dikesan sistem itu.

“Maksudnya pemandu tidak boleh terlepas daripada dikesan jika memandu melebihi had laju, berdasarkan jarak dan tempoh masa yang diukur menerusi sistem baharu ini,” katanya.

Awal Januari lalu, Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke dilapor berkata, pelaksanaan kamera AWAS akan ditambah baik dengan kaedah point-to-point berbanding kaedah statik dilaksanakan sebelum ini.

Tempoh Pergerakan AWAS Bukan Solusi Terbaik untuk Menangkap Kesalahan Lebih Had Laju

Pihak berkuasa Malaysia akan memulakan percubaan sistem yang merakam tempoh pergerakan sesuatu kenderaan dari satu tempat ke satu tempat, dengan menggunakan kamera AWAS (Automated Awareness Safety System).

Ia bermaksud sistem tersebut akan mengambil imej nombor kenderaan itu melalui kamera AWAS yang pertama dan waktu imej itu direkod. Kemudian, imej tersebut akan dibanding dengan imej yang diambil oleh kamera AWAS yang seterusnya dan waktunya turut direkod dan dibandingkan. Jika kenderaan itu didapati melepasi kamera AWAS yang kemudiannya terlalu awal daripada pengiraan, ia bermaksud kenderaan itu telah dipandu dengan terlalu laju.

Bagaimanakah seseorang pemandu didapati telah memandu lebih daripada had laju yang ditetapkan? Ia dikira menggunakan formula:

Jarak (km) = Masa [(minit / 60) jam] x Kelajuan purata (km/j)

Sebagai contoh, kita tetapkan jarak sebagai 100 km dan kita ubahkan masa yang diambil oleh kenderaan tersebut begerak dari Tol A ke Tol B. Kita gunakan masa sebab sistem AWAS mengambil kira masa bagi menentukan kelajuan purata kenderaan tersebut. Masa merupakan minit dibahagi dengan 60 kerana ada 60 minit dalam sejam dan kita hendak alihkan kelajuan kepada km/j.

Contoh A:

Katakanlah kenderaan itu meliputi perjalanan 100 km dalam 30 minit. Had laju laluan ini ialah 110 km/j.

Kelajuan purata = 100 km / (30 minit / 60) jam,

Oleh itu, kelajuan purata = 100 km / 0.5 jam = 200 km/j

Kena samanlah!

Contoh B:

Kenderaan itu meliputi laluan 100 km yang sama dalam 60 minit.

Kelajuan purata = 100 km / 60 minit,

Kelajuan purata = 100 km / (60 minit / 60),

Oleh itu, kelajuan purata = 100 km / 1 jam = 100 km/j

Ok, tidak disaman sebab kelajuan purata tidak melebihi had laju nasional.

Masa yang diperlukan dengan menepati had laju:

Ingat, sistem AWAS menjejak tempoh yang diambil oleh sesuatu kenderaan bergerak dari satu tempat ke satu tempat. Jadi apakah tempoh yang dikira ‘selamat’?

100 km = (X / 60) jam x 110 km/j,

(X / 60) = 100 km / 110 km/j = 0.909 jam,

Oleh yang demikian, X (masa purata) = 0.909 jam x 60 minit = 54.54 minit

Bagi menentukan samada pengiraan ini betul, kita lihat samada 54.54 minit itu dikali dengan 110 km/j bersamaan 100 km:

Jarak = 0.909 jam x 110 km/j = 100 km

TA-DAAA!!!

Jadi kita hendaklah melepasi kamera AWAS yang kedua itu 54.54 minit dari masa kita melepasi kamera AWAS yang pertama. Dengan formula ini, kita boleh rancang perjalanan kita, kerana kita dapat mengira masa yang diperlukan untuk meliputi sesuatu laluan dan sesuaikan kelajuan kenderaan kita.

Tetapi…

Sistem ini bukanlah penyelesaian yang sempurna, khususnya bagi mereka yang mahir dalam matematik dan tahu cara memanipulasi tempoh yang dikira dengan memecut laju pada bahagian tertentu, kemudian memperlahankan kenderaan untuk menepati masa yang ditetapkan—seolah-olah mereka mematuhi had laju. Malah, ini adalah teknik yang digunakan oleh pemandu rali ketika beralih antara Special Stages (SS) di jalan raya awam.

Atau yang lebih membimbangkan, ramai rakyat Malaysia tidak gemar kepada matematik dan/atau terlalu culas untuk mengira, lalu tidak tahu tempoh perjalanan yang diperlukan. Akibatnya, mereka mungkin memandu terlalu laju atau terlalu perlahan. Kita hanya kembali ke masalah asal.

Selain itu, anda tidak boleh tiba lebih awal daripada masa yang ditetapkan walaupun jalan kosong sepenuhnya. Ini bakal memanjangkan tempoh perjalanan dan mungkin menyebabkan kepada kesesakan lalu lintas.

Jadi, apakah pendapat anda? Sistem yang sedia ada lebih baik atau sistem baharu ini kelak?

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