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Adam Norrodin to Replace Khairul Idham Pawi at Misano

Ex-PETRONAS Sprinta Moto3 rider Adam Norrodin will be the latest replacement for Khairul Idham Pawi.
He is the latest substitute rider in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team in Moto2.
Pawi is recovering from a hand injury.

Ex-PETRONAS Sprinta Moto3 rider Adam Norrodin will be the latest replacement for Khairul Idham Pawi.

Norrodin will take over the Moto2 reins in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team at the Misano GP. Pawi is still nursing the injury to his right finger which had partly been amputated.

Norrodin used to race for the Sepang International Circuit team in the Moto3 class from 2016 to 2018, partnering Ayumu Sasaki. When the team became the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team for this season, Scottish racer John McPhee replaced Norrodin.

The Malaysian rider went to ride for the SIC Junior team, contesting in the European Moto2 championship.

Although he has experience riding a Moto2 machine, this will be his first time on the Triumph-powered Moto2 machine in the Moto2 World Championship.

“It’s a shame that KIP is not able to return to racing, but I’m really happy to have been given this opportunity; it’s like a dream come true,” Norrodin said. “There’s something new for me to learn, but it’ll be interesting for me – it’s a new chapter for my story and I need to say a huge thanks to Dato’ Razlan Razali and the team for still believing in me.”

Team Principal Dato’ Razlan Razali said “One of our objectives is to encourage and nurture Malaysian racing talent so with Khairul Idham Pawi still recovering, there was an ideal opportunity to give Adam Norrodin the opportunity to sample Moto2 at world championship level.”

Mattia Pasini, Jonas Folger and Bradley Smith have substituted for Pawi this season. As Smith will be representing the SIC team at Misano for the MotoE race, he will unavailable as substitute.

Woman Catches Husband Riding with Another Woman in Police Summons

A woman caught her husband riding with another woman on his bike through a police summon.
Imagine how the man will have to explain his way out.
The “affair” happened in Thailand.

Raise your hands if you’ve ever received police summons for speeding? It shows the picture of the “offence.” Well, that’s how a woman caught her husband riding with another woman on his bike.

A Thai man had received a police summon in the mail. With his wife around, she proceeded to open the envelop to see a picture of a woman riding behind him on his bike.

What aroused her suspicion was the woman riding without a helmet, unlike what she does. Adding fuel to fire, the woman appeared to be totally relaxed and nonchalant. It finally dawned on her that it wasn’t her on the bike as a passenger.

Well, you can imagine what kind of interrogation the man faces.

Some netizens were quick to “Padan muka (serves you right).” They reasoned that the police wouldn’t have shot the photograph and issued the police summons if the rider hadn’t broken the law. There was a commenter who called it “karma” for cheating on the wife.

There were also netizens who didn’t take a liking to the ahem… affair. To them the Thai cops’ “efficiency “may have ruined a marriage.

Our thoughts? Tell the passenger to wear a helmet at all times and don’t cheat. (Shh… the wife was looking at what I typed.)

Source: Siam Varietyvia World of Buzz

New Colours for 2020 Suzuki SV650

The 2020 Suzuki SV650 will receive new colours.
The SV650 continues its run after 20 years.
Will the new bikes head to Malaysia?

The 2020 Suzuki SV650 will receive new colours.

This year is the 20^thanniversary of the Suzuki SV650. Production began in 1999 as the smaller engine brother to the TL1000S. But while the TL1000S (and later TL1000R) lived short lifespans, the 650 soldiered on.

It became the questionably-styled Gladius 650 at one point before Suzuki went back to the original naked sportbike/standard bike design.

Its strength is that smooth V-Twin engine which provides plenty of torque. Also, its light handling is the best in its class and only beaten by the earlier Triumph Street Triple 675 and current 765.

The engine also powers the V-Strom 650 adventure bike. Suzuki will continue with the V-Strom 650 while dropping the V-Strom 1000 in 2020. The 650 is much easier to ride and has better ergonomics hence its popularity in Europe.

So, for 2020, the SV650 gains three new colours including the beautiful silver bodywork with blue frame and wheels scheme, matt black with red frame and wheels, and the blacked-out gloss black with black frame and wheels.

Will Suzuki Malaysia bring in the new SV650? Your guess is as good as mine, given their sloppiness in spreading the news about their bikes.

BMW Motorrad Auto Bavaria – S1K Malaysia Track Day

Auto Bavaria BMW hosted the S1K Malaysia club for track day at the Sepang International Circuit yesterday.
The S1K Malaysia club consists of BMW S 1000 RR superbike owners.
Participants rode on beautifully prepared bikes.

Auto Bavaria BMW Motorrad hosted the S1K Malaysia club for track day at the Sepang International Circuit yesterday.

As its name suggests, the S1K Malaysia club consists of BMW S 1000 RR superbike owners.

The track day was to allow S 1000 RR owners the opportunity to utilize their bikes the way they were designed for. The racetrack is the best venue to find the the riders’ and the bikes’ limits, in a safe and controlled manner.

While it was a mixed brand track day, the S 1000 RR owners were the most heavily represented. Owners had shown up with bikes that have been customized with beautiful paintjobs, exhaust systems and even lightweight wheels.

Although the entire session was for three hours, it was apparent that they enjoyed the day out regardless of their pace. There were fast riders who dragged elbows and knees, and there were riders who didn’t drag anything, yet they all went away with smiling faces.

It was also visible that the S 1000 RR were extremely suited to track work and didn’t required the riders to fight with their bikes.

On the other hand, the 2019 BMW S 1000 RR has yet to make an appearance. Auto Bavaria BMW Motorrad informed us that BMW Motorrad is having their hands full in order to satisfy demand.

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Wah Motor Superbikes – the Latest Kawasaki Ninja Shop and Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre

Wah Motor Superbikes is now the latest addition to the Kawasaki Ninja Shop and Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre network.
It is the official Kawasaki dealer and workshop to service the Klang community.
It was launched on Merdeka Day.

Wah Motor Superbikes is now the latest addition to the Kawasaki Ninja Shop and Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre network.

Wah Motor was opened exactly 50 years ago to cater to scooter riders but has since grown to sell motorcycles of all capacities including large capacity ones. But the shop has been transformed to a Kawasaki Ninja Shop.

As an official dealer, it offers the latest Kawasaki models from the smallest capacity to the largest. Indeed, there were the Ninja 250, three Z 900 RS variants, Ninja ZX-6R, Ninja ZX-10R, Versys 650 1000, Vulcan 650, and Kawasaki’s crown jewel the Ninja H2. Customers can also buy accessories and riding gear here.

Additionally, the Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre is fully-equipped with top range equipment and tools. The mechanics are highly trained technicians. Kawasaki owners can also find the Kawasaki Genuine Oil engine lubricant here (both semi-synthethic and fully-synthetic).

Wah Motor Superbikes is also now the Kawasaki official dealer to serve the Klang community.

The launch was carried out on the 62^ndMerdeka Day on 31^stAugust 2019. On hand for the launching were Kawasaki Motors (Malayasia) Sdn. Bhd. Executive Chairman, Ahmad Faez bin Tan Sri Yahaya, Kawasaki Motors (Malayasia) Sdn. Bhd. Managing Director Dato’ Jeffrey Lim, Wah Superbikes Managing Director Lee Chee Hoong, Malaysian Motorcycles and Scooters Dealers Association President Wee Hong.

Millennium Welt BMW Motorrad – BMW Motorrad Club Malaysia Merdeka Ride

Millennium Welt BMW Motorrad hosted the BMW Motorrad Club Malaysia (BMWMCM) members for a Merdeka ride themed “Sayangi Malaysiaku” (Love My Malaysia).
The convoy rode to Muar, Johor.
About 150 riders and guests took part.

Millennium Welt BMW Motorrad hosted the BMW Motorrad Club Malaysia (BMWMCM) members for a Merdeka ride.

The ride, themed “Sayangi Malaysiaku” (Love My Malaysia) was held on the 62^ndMerdeka Day, 31^stAugust 2019.

It began from 7.30am with the arrival of approximately 150 riders and guests, in preparation for a convoy to Muar, Johor. Stops included the Bukit Kepong Muzium as a reminder to Malaysia’s stand against communist guerillas.

The staff from Millennium Welt handed over the ride t-shirts and also Malaysian flags to be placed on the participants’ bikes. The flags signified the riders’ patriotism and love for the nation.

Apart from patriotism, the ride demonstrated that Malaysians stand together as one in spite of race, religion or creed. Indeed, the representatives called for solidarity and to reject racism and fundamentalism.

The dealer also served a great Malaysian meal before the flag off. The national anthem “Negaraku” was sung by all and proceeded with the shouts of “Merdeka!” (independence) ringing throughout the Metal Bees Production House and surroundings in Sunway Damansara.

This was the first Merdeka ride organized by Millennium Welt BMW Motorrad and they promised more of such rides in the future. Attendees also had the opportunity to test ride the latest BMW Motorrad models.

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Is a New BMW S 1000 XR in the Works?

BMW Motorrad may be working on a new BMW S 1000 XR sport-tourer.
The new bike’s engine needs to be Euro 5-compliant.
It needs to contend with the Ducati Multistrada V4 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure.

We reported earlier that the BMW S 1000 XR was missing from BMW Motorrad USA’s submission to the air control board.

While we don’t see many S 1000 XR on our shores, the model is highly popular in Europe and elsewhere. In fact, it outsold the S 1000 RR sportbike in BMW’s four-cylinder line-up.

To kill the model outright would see the manufacturer lose out in a huge market, so that could only mean one thing: That BMW is working on a new model.

Again, almost all manufacturers must build Euro 5-compliant models by 2020 or 2021. Older models will have to comply by 2020 while completely new models can comply by 2021.

The new S 1000 XR will definitely feature an engine with the new Shift Cam technology, as already fitted to the new S 1000 RR. The technology allows the engine to generate the required horsepower and keeping emissions low.

Speaking of power, the current bike’s engine produces 165 hp. We wonder if we’ll see a power hike in the new bike since it has to contend with the new KTM 1290 Super Adventure and the rumoured Ducati Multistrada V4.

The new S 1000 XR may also feature radar-controlled auto cruise. KTM is reportedly testing it on the next generation 1290 Super Adventure.

Hafizh Syahrin in PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team for Moto2 in 2020?

Is Hafizh Syahrin confirmed as a rider in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team for Moto2 in 2020?
A website listed his name next to new signing Xavi Vierge’s.
There’s no official word yet from Hafizh or team principal Dato’ Ahmad Razlan Ahmad Razali.

Is Hafizh Syahrin confirmed as a rider in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team for Moto2 in 2020?

The Hafizh saga started when KTM moved Brad Binder from Moto2 to MotoGP to replace Hafizh Syahrin in the Red Bull KTM Tech 3 Racing Team. Since there was no opening left in the premier class for 2020, Hafizh mooted to return to Moto2.

Hafizh Syahrin on the KTM RC16 at Qatar 2019 – Photo credit MotoGP.com

At this point, Tech 3 boss Herve Poncharal offered Hafizh a place in the Moto2 team. But soon after, KTM made the decision to pull out of Moto2 in 2020. Poncharal followed KTM’s plan and dediced to withdraw as well.

Hafizh went dark (as in quiet) since then.

However, something caught our eyes today.

Motorsport.com reported that Xavi Vierge will leave the Marc VDS team and join the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team in Moto2 next year. With the latter team currently running only Khairul Idham Pawi, it meant that he is out.

But hang on!

The website also published a list of confirmed riders for 2020, and Hafizh Syahrin’s name was listed together with Vierge in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team!

List of confirmed Moto2 riders in 2020 – Credit motosport.com

This is the only website we’ve seen this thus far. There’s no official word yet from Hafizh or team principal Dato’ Ahmad Razlan Ahmad Razali.

As for Pawi, it’s been rumoured that he will join the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team in Moto3, replacing Ayumu Sasaki and will line up next to John McPhee.

What Does CE-Approved Protection Mean?

Discerning riders demand CE-approved protection.
But what does CE-approved protection mean?
Here we outline the codes found on protectors.

You’ve probably heard of the term “CE-approved” protection or armour.

What does that mean, actually? Here’s a short description for your knowledge and to avoid confusion.

What is “CE”?

Let’s start with what “CE” means. The letters stand for “ConformitéEuropéene” in French, which translates to “European Conformity.” However, you’ll find a large CE marking on an armour, plus the smaller “EN” mark followed by a code. The letters “EN” stand for “European Norm.”

The “CE Marking” is mandated by directive 93/68/EEC in 1993.

What do the markings say?

However, the markings on a piece of CE-approved armour will read as, for example, “EN1621-1 S/H TYPE A.” That’s in the case of the shoulder armour from the RS Taichi RSJ709 Frontier adventure jacket. Other manufacturers may mark their shoulder armours as “EN 1621-1:2012 S TYPE B”

You should find “EN1621-2 B (or FB) TYPE A (or B)” on a back protector.

Let’s take the second mark:

EN 1621-1:2012 S TYPE B

EN – The marking means the armour conforms to the CE standard.
1621 – The armour is meant for motorcycle applications.
1621-1 – The armour is for anywhere but the back i.e. shoulder, elbow, forearm, hip, knee, shin.
1621-2 – You can find this code only on back protectors.
2012 – The year the armour was certified.
S – This letter means the armour is meant for the shoulder. Please refer to the list below for other parts of the body.
TYPE A – Smaller coverage area but more specialized application.
TYPE B – Means normal coverage.

There are also two levels of protection:

Level 1 – Maximum transmitted force must be below 18 kN (kilo-Newton), equivalent to 1835.5 kilogram-force (kgf).
Level 2 – Maximum transmitted force must be below 9 kN, equivalent to 917.75 kgf.

This means Level 2 protection allow less forces through, hence providing better protection.

List of codes for different parts of the body (EN1621-1 protectors):

S – Shoulder
E – Elbow
H – Hip
K – Knee
K + L – Knee plus upper and middle tibia
L – Front of leg
KP – Knuckle protection (for gloves)

List of codes for back protectors (EN1621-2):

B or FB – Full back protector for the central back and scapulae
CB – Central back
L or LB – Lumbar

The accompanying information card must also specify:

Performance Level 1 or 2
Abrasion resistance Level 1 or 2
Impact cut resistance Level 1 or 2
Burst strength Level 1 or 2

CE Certification for other motorcycle protective gear:

The certification is mandated by directive 89/686/EEC.

The codes are:

EN13634 – Boots
EN12594 – Gloves
EN1621-3 – Chest
EN13595-1 – Protective motorcycle clothing i.e. jackets, pants, one-piece suit, two-piece suit. Note that while most clothing have CE-approved armour, the clothing itself may or may not be EN13595-1 certified.

2020 MotoGP Provisional Calendar Unveiled

The FIM have unveiled the 2020 MotoGP provisional calendar.
The championship will have 20 races next year.
The Thai round will be in March and the new Finland round will be in July.

The FIM have unveiled the 2020 MotoGP provisional calendar. The championship will have 20 races next year.

While most venues and dates look similar, the Thai round in Buriram will be moved from October to March. The schedule will also see the addition of Kymiring in Finland in July for the first time.

The Thai MotoGP race takes over from WorldSBK. The latter series saw a large drop of spectators since MotoGP was introduced to the country.

So, instead of the usual opener in Qatar followed by the two races in the USA and Argentina, Thailand slots in after Qatar.

The campaign continues in Europe with the Spanish round in May, continuing afterwards with France, Italy, Catalunya, Germany, Netherlands, the aforementioned Finland. The riders and teams get a well-earned 3-week break before continuing in Czech Republic, Austria, Great Britain, San Marino and finally Aragon.

The next three fly-away rounds are familiar to followers i.e. Japan, Australia, Malaysia in November and ending in Valencia.

There will be two winter testes for the MotoGP field. The first will be in Sepang from 7^thto 9^thFebruary. The second test is in Qatar, one week before the 2020 season kicks off.

Can We Have This Here? Michigan, USA Teaches Motorists How to Spot Motorcycles

The state of Michigan, USA is teaching motorists how to spot motorcycles in traffic.
The campaign uses visual aids to remind motorists about the presence of motorcycles.
We wish such a campaign is carried out in Malaysia.

The state of Michigan, USA is teaching motorists how to spot motorcycles in traffic.

How many times have we been cut off (colloquial: pangkah) by other vehicles on the road? In a flash of anger, we think these motorists are either blind or doing it on purpose. Truth is, no one wants any trouble. It’s usually because motorcycles are difficult to spot given the bike’s small cross section coupled with the abundance of blind spots in other vehicles.

A small cross section makes it hard to estimate the bike’s closing speed. A driver who glanced once at bigger vehicles can pretty much process its closing speed but not a motorcycle’s.

That’s why the campaign is called “Look Twice. Save a Life.”

The campaign features videos being circulated at gas stations, billboards and “tip cards” throughout the state. Michigan is also one of only 17 states in the US which has anti-distraction laws.

We wonder why such a campaign can’t be carried out here in Malaysia. Yes, there’s a public service announcement ad about the perils of using the phone while riding but there’s no concerted approach in teaching motorists on looking out for motorcycles.

Instead, the Transport Ministry, Public Works Department and MIROS are intent on listening to advice from a group who has no experience about motorcycles but has plenty of self-vested interests. As a result, motorcyclists may be punished instead by being relegated to the left lane.

Heck, even the motorcycle lanes along the Federal Highway have not been completed.

Founder of Big Blue Taxi Apologizes to Indonesians and Gojek Riders

The founder of Big Blue Taxi apologized to Indonesians and Gojek riders over his disparaging remarks.
Datuk Shamsubahrin Ismail said that Gojek is only meant for “poor people” in Indonesia, Thailand, India and Cambodia in a video.
He claimed that what he said was based on a report on poverty in Indonesia.

The founder of Big Blue Taxi apologized to Indonesians and Gojek riders over his disparaging remarks.

Datuk Shamsubahrin Ismail had previously remarked in a video that Gojek service is only for “poor” people in countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, India and Combodia, while “Malaysians are rich enough to do without Gojek.”

CNN Indonesia reported that the video went viral in the country and sparked a firestorm of criticisms. It also led to Indonesian Gojek riders threatening to demonstrate in front of the Malaysian Embassy in Jakarta by the thousands.

“I hope there are no demonstrations in the interests and relationship between both countries,” Shamsubahrin told reporters during a press conference.

He then went on to blame a report about poverty in Indonesia (although he did not cite which particular report). “My statement is based on reports. If they think I’m wrong, I accept it.

The brouhaha began shortly after Youth and Sports Minister YB Syed Saddiq Syed Rahman announced his intention on lobbying the Cabinet to approve the Indonesia-based Gojek service in Malaysia. The service was then given a go-ahead by the Cabinet.

While it was an approval by principle according to Transport Minister YB Anthony Loke, it ran directly counter against his stand in banning motorcycle taxi services. He had even succinctly directed Malaysian-based Dego Ride to shut down. He was defensive when approached by reporters on the “u-turn” by remarking that, “You don’t have to remind me.”

To Shamsubahrin, the decision to approve Gojek was politically-driven.

Source: The Star

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Wahid Ooi

Ex-PETRONAS Sprinta Moto3 rider Adam Norrodin will be the latest replacement for Khairul Idham Pawi.

He is the latest substitute rider in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team in Moto2.

Pawi is recovering from a hand injury.

A woman caught her husband riding with another woman on his bike through a police summon.

Imagine how the man will have to explain his way out.

The “affair” happened in Thailand.

The 2020 Suzuki SV650 will receive new colours.

The SV650 continues its run after 20 years.

Will the new bikes head to Malaysia?

Auto Bavaria BMW hosted the S1K Malaysia club for track day at the Sepang International Circuit yesterday.

The S1K Malaysia club consists of BMW S 1000 RR superbike owners.

Participants rode on beautifully prepared bikes.

PHOTO GALLERY

Wah Motor Superbikes is now the latest addition to the Kawasaki Ninja Shop and Kawasaki Exclusive Service Centre network.

It is the official Kawasaki dealer and workshop to service the Klang community.

It was launched on Merdeka Day.

Millennium Welt BMW Motorrad hosted the BMW Motorrad Club Malaysia (BMWMCM) members for a Merdeka ride themed “Sayangi Malaysiaku” (Love My Malaysia).

The convoy rode to Muar, Johor.

About 150 riders and guests took part.

PHOTO GALLERY

BMW Motorrad may be working on a new BMW S 1000 XR sport-tourer.

The new bike’s engine needs to be Euro 5-compliant.

It needs to contend with the Ducati Multistrada V4 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure.

Is Hafizh Syahrin confirmed as a rider in the PETRONAS Sprinta Racing Team for Moto2 in 2020?

A website listed his name next to new signing Xavi Vierge’s.

There’s no official word yet from Hafizh or team principal Dato’ Ahmad Razlan Ahmad Razali.

Discerning riders demand CE-approved protection.

But what does CE-approved protection mean?

Here we outline the codes found on protectors.

What is “CE”?

What do the markings say?

Let’s take the second mark:

EN 1621-1:2012 S TYPE B

There are also two levels of protection:

List of codes for different parts of the body (EN1621-1 protectors):

List of codes for back protectors (EN1621-2):

The accompanying information card must also specify:

CE Certification for other motorcycle protective gear:

The codes are:

The FIM have unveiled the 2020 MotoGP provisional calendar.

The championship will have 20 races next year.

The Thai round will be in March and the new Finland round will be in July.

The state of Michigan, USA is teaching motorists how to spot motorcycles in traffic.

The campaign uses visual aids to remind motorists about the presence of motorcycles.

We wish such a campaign is carried out in Malaysia.

The founder of Big Blue Taxi apologized to Indonesians and Gojek riders over his disparaging remarks.

Datuk Shamsubahrin Ismail said that Gojek is only meant for “poor people” in Indonesia, Thailand, India and Cambodia in a video.

He claimed that what he said was based on a report on poverty in Indonesia.

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