Motorcycle taxi e-hailing service Dego Ride has been warned to cease action.
The government will not allow the service due to safety concerns.
It was reported that Dego Ride restarted service last week after being told to stop by the previous government.
The Ministry of Transport sounded off another round of warnings to motorcycle taxi service Dego Ride to cease operations immediately or the government will not hesitate to take action.
Transport Minister, Anthony Loke Siew Fook iterated at a press conference that the government maintains its stance against motorcycle ride-hailing services mainly due to safety reasons.
Minister of Transport Anthony Loke – Courtesy of mole.my
“We will never legalise Dego Ride in Malaysia because we disagree with any type of ride-sharing services that involve motorcycles,” said the Minister after a Cabinet meeting at his ministry.
The government is baulking with the idea as there are already too many accidents involving motorcycles in Malaysia and believes that a motorcycle taxi service will only add to the statistics, what more involving passengers.
Loke also added that, “We will send enforcement officers to go after Dego Ride.”
The previous Barisan Nasional-led government had already disallowed the service in February 2018, citing the reason of Malaysia already having an extensive public transportation system.
Loke has since told the Dewan Rakyat in July this year that the government will not allow the service, due to the same concern regarding safety and the high number of motorcycle accidents and casualties.
However, the motorcycle taxi e-hailing service restarted their services in a small scale around the Klang Valley last week, as reported by Free Malaysia Today.
Founder of Dego Ride, Nabil Faisal Bamadhaj was reported to have met with Transport Ministry officials and was confident that Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad would allow the service to be revived.
We had taken the first look at the 2018 Moto Guzzi V7 III Rough earlier.
DIDI Resources has now officially launched it.
Priced from RM 69,900 for introductory units and RM 75,000 thereafter (prices are basic selling prices with SST, but no on-the-road).
DIDI Resources, the official custodians of the Moto Guzzi Malaysia, has officially launched 2018 Moto Guzzi V7 III Rough. We had the first look of the bike earlier.
The V7 III Rough is the latest addition to the V7 III’s extensive model line-up which includes the recently launched Carbon, Anniversario, Racer, Stone, Special, besides the Limited and Milano that are not available in Malaysia, as yet.
The V7 III line-up not only represents the Moto Guzzi’s entry-level motorcycles, but also the most customizable, which is why there are so many interpretations within the manufacturer itself.
Coming back to the Rough iteration, the bike rolls on knobby tyres mounted on spoked rims, for a version that screams “urban jungle basher.” That should mean the bike is made for conquering rough city roads, as well as shooting through an unpaved shortcut. It also should be fine for light off-road paths, say to camping sites like those at Janda Baik or Mat Daling, to name a few.
In the V7 III signature minimalistic style, the front and rear fenders are polished aluminium while the fuel tank is finished in matt silver. The headlamp nacelle, handlebars, engine and single-sided swingarm are powercoated in black. The fork stanchions are enclosed in classic dust gaiters. A black leather seat with classy red stitching adds the finishing touch.
Moto Guzzi also offers an extensive array of accessories for the rider to turn his V7 III Rough into a bike which better reflects his personality.
Powering the V7 III Rough is the same 750cc, air-cooled, pushrod-activated 2-valve-per-cylinder, transversely-mounted, 90o V-Twin lump which made its debut in 1967. It produces 52bhp at 6,200 RPM and 60 Nm of torque at 4,900 RPM. The engine is tuned to provide linear torque throughout its rev range.
The engine and longitudinal gearbox are then mounted to a dismountable double-cradle frame with the same weight distribution as the legendary V7 of 46% rear and 54% front. Dual Kayaba shocks suspend the swingarm (which contains the driveshaft on one side) from the frame. This configuration provides the bike with a low and accessible seat height of just 770 mm.
While Moto Guzzi is considered the “heritage” brand under the Piaggio Group, the motorcycles are anything but, as despite being the entry-level range, the V7 III line-up features a two-level Moto Guzzi Traction Control (MGCT) and a two-channel ABS system made by Continental.
Further on electronics, the single speedometer gauge may look basic, but it displays all pertinent data such as gear position, odometer and daily trip odometer, trip time, average speed, real-time and average fuel consumption, average speed and MGCT level. The minimum and maximum engine revs can also be preset.
The instrument display may also be updated with the optional Moto Guzzi Multimedia Platform which connects a smartphone via an app to present even more data to the rider.
In launching the Moto Guzzi V7 III Rough, it also pays tribute to the upcoming Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) 2018 (happening on 30th September 2018), Mr. Simone Niccolai, the Managing Director of Asia Pacific 2Wheeler, Piaggio Asia Pacific, dressed the part for the occasion with attired supplied by Tiga Supply Co. together with the management personnel of DIDI Resources and Stronghold Cycles.
The 2018 Moto Guzzi V7 III Rough is priced at RM 69,900 for introductory units and RM 75,000 thereafter (prices are basic selling prices with SST, but no on-the-road).
Suzuki Italia had teased with a carbon-clad GSX-R1000.
The bike is officially known as the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Ryuyo and only 20 will be built.
More information will be available at its official launch during EICMA 2018.
(All photos by Suzuki Italia)
We published a report of Suzuki Italia posting a teaser pictures of a carbon-fibre-clad GSX-R1000 earlier this month. They have now unveiled the bike, known as the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Ryuyo.
It is definitely a race-ready special edition GSX-R1000, unfortunately it is not the official WSBK homologation special that we had hoped for. Still, the Ryuyo is one sexy machine!
The name “Ryuyo” is a tribute to Suzuki’s Ryuyo R&D centre which develops all of the manufacturer’s new models. Only 20 Ryuyo-spec GSX-R1000 will be built and sold at €29,990 (RM 144,935.88 as this went to press).
According to its spec sheet, the Gixxer Ryuyo makes 209bhp at 12,900 RPM and 119Nm of torque at 10,300 RPM, besides weighing only 168kg (dry), equating a 1.24 bhp per kg power-to-weight ratio.
The bike was developed with a number of high-end technical partners, including:
Yoshimura (exhaust system).
Öhlins (the rear shock is Öhlins TTX GP but the forks are Showa BFF with Öhlins NIX 30 internals).
Dunlop (KR108 and KR109 slicks).
Extreme Components (carbon airbox, carbon bodywork,GP screen, among others).
Bonamici Racing (rearset footpegs).
Brembo (brakes, of course).
K&N (air filter).
Motul (lubricants).
DID (chain and sprockets); among others.
The GSX-R1000 Ryuyo will officially debut at the EICMA 2018 show in Milan this November. More details will be available then.
Kawasaki found the Ninja H2 SX SE and Ninja H2 SX centrestands dropping on the ground.
As such they filed for a recall with the NHTSA in America.
Both bikes are not in Malaysia yet, but the issue should be resolved when they do make it over.
The Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE and Ninja H2 SX have not arrived at our shores yet but there is already a recall campaign for them starting in the United States.
Good news is, the problem should be rectified once the bikes reach Malaysia.
The recall was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in America.
The issue concerns the bikes’ centrestand (what we Malaysians call “full stand”) which may drop and hit the ground unexpectedly. The recall affects all 350 units of the Ninja H2 SX SE sold in the United States of America. The campaign also calls upon the Ninja H2 SX as centre stands were also fitted to them as an aftermarket option.
It was found that the centrestand pin may have been improperly welded, causing it to shift or fall off altogether as a result. In turn, it causes the spring holding the centrestand to detach, and the centrestand drops onto the ground, ultimately.
Great if you are one who are crazy enough to use the centrestand as a spark/fire starter, but no, it is dangerous!
The 2018 Yamaha NVX Grand Prix Edition commemorates Hong Leong Yamaha Motor’s involvement in MotoGP.
It is finished in the factory YZF-M1 racer paint scheme.
Priced from RM 10,606.00 (basic selling price inclusive of 0% SST and not on-the-road).
As the Malaysian MotoGP 2018 round draws near, Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) has launched the Yamaha NVX Grand Prix Special Edition.
This special edition also commemorates HLYM’s participation in MotoGP every year.
It is only fitting that HLYM does so as the Yamaha NVX was launched three years back at the Malaysian MotoGP round, with Valentino Rossi as the distinguished guest. He legendary rider also took part in unveiling and signing the NVX, also called the Aerox, during the event.
This special edition NVX is finished in Yamaha’s signature racing blue, as inspired by the YZF-M1 factory race bikes campaigned by Valentino Rossi and Maverick Vinalez in the premier motorcycle racing championship.
Owners who purchase the Grand Prix edition will receive an exclusive riding jacket branded with NVX GP Edition patches and a Certificate of Ownership. This means the motorcycle is certified as the genuine GP Edition.
The Yamaha NVX GP Edition will be available at authorized Yamaha dealers commencing 21st September 2018. HLYM has set the price at RM 10, 606.00 (basic selling price with 0% SST and not on-the-road), which is a RM 700 premium over the standard model.
Mohamad Afiq posted on his Facebook account that he contacted a booby trap on a motorcycle lane.
A fishing line was strung across the motorcycle lane, cutting his neck and damaging his helmet.
The location is the near the exit from DUKE highway to Taman Rowther and Taman Koperasi Polis 1, Gombak.
Just as we were writing a retort against a case of The Star publishing a “report” complaining about motorcycles invading the main throughway on the Federal Highway, a motorcyclist’s posting on his Facebook page has gone viral when he reported that he was almost beheaded by a booby trap strung across a motorcycle lane.
Mohamad Afiq Izwan Ismail, a university student, posted that the incident occurred around 6.30pm on Monday (17th September). His neck and helmet apparently came into contact with a fishing line which was hung across the exit from DUKE highway to Taman Rowther and Taman Koperasi Polis 1 in Gombak.
“This is not a myth, as it happened to me,” he said in his post. “There’s some heartless human being who placed this trap near the corner. This is a fishing line which is rough. It’s painful!”
He echoed the concerns of many motorcyclists in the Klang Valley, as another rider was also snared by such a trap at the Federal Highway’s motorcycle lane last year. There have also been reported cases of armed robbery at night.
Mohamad Afiq posted a picture of his neck. He also claimed that his helmet (the chin strap, judging by the picture) was damaged.
“Imagine if someone sped through the lane without wearing a helmet. Wouldn’t the neck be cut?” he continued.
“A reminder to all those living in Gombak to be careful while travelling through this area especially at night.”
He had lodged a police report regarding the matter.
BMW Motorrad are quick to officially roll out the new 2019 R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT.
Both bikes will receive the new 1254cc Boxer with Shift Cam.
Both models will also see a number of upgrades besides the engine.
(Pictures courtesy of BMW Motorrad.)
Yes, as we had published earlier, BMW Motorrad decided to unveil the R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT even before the Intermot show.
So, what is all the bru-ha-ha with these two bikes, you ask?
The BMW R 1200 GS is simply the world’s best-selling motorcycle and is the cash cow for the Bavarian manufacturer. But other manufacturers are starting to encroach into BMW’s market share and it is time to move the yardstick. The obvious part to start with is obviously the liquid/air-cooled Boxer engine which began production in 2013.
As we had reported earlier, the new 1254cc Boxer is now equipped with Shift Cam, BMW’s variable valve timing apparatus. The powerplant now yields 136 bhp and 143 Nm of torque. 136 bhp is still behind the likes of the 160 bhp KTM 1290 Super Adventure among others, but according to BMW, even 125 bhp was enough.
Anyway, let us get on with a few details of the new models.
2019 BMW R 1250 GS
The 2019 GS is looks outwardly similar to the current R 1200 GS except for a few changes.
2019 R 1250 GS in Granite Gray
Standard equipment will include Road and Rain riding modes, ASC (automatic Stability Control), HSC (Hill Start Control) and ABS Pro (Cornering ABS).
An optional Riding Modes Pro package which adds Dynamic riding mode and Dynamic Traction Control (DBC).
2019 R 1250 GS in Cosmic Blue
Specifically for the R 1250 GS, the package further adds Dynamic Pro, Enduro and Enduro Pro.
There is also Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) which prevents unintentional acceleration when braking.
2019 R 1250 GS in Exclusive paint scheme
The R 1250 GS will get a new 6.5” full-colour TFT display. Vehicle and connectivity functions are controlled via the standard BMW Motorrad Multi-Controller wheel.
LED lighting is standard, while LED DRL is optional.
2019 R 1250 GS TFT screen
Optional “Next Generation” Dynamic ESA is available for the GS. ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment).
As with the current ESA and ESA Dynamic systems, the suspension load and damping characteristics can be selected with the press of a switch, but adds a number more modes such as “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro,” plus “Enduro” and “Enduro Pro” just for the GS.
2019 BMW “Next Generation” ESA Dynamic
The new R 1250 GS will line up includes an off-road oriented R 1250 GS HP.
The HP is loaded up to the gills with off-road equipment. Optional for HP is the sports suspension with extended travel.
2019 R 1250 GS HP
There are four new colour schemes – two basic and two in striking style.
The basic versions are Blackstorm metallic and Cosmic Blue metallic. On the striking side, one is the Exclusive which combines Blackstrom metallic and Night Black.
2019 R 1250 GS in action
The other is the HP, finished in BMW’s racing colours and emphasizes off-road capabilities.
2019 R 1250 GS HP in action
2019 BMW R 1250 RT
Much of the updates to the R 1250 GS were carried over to the R 1250 RT.
The new RT looks similar to the current R 1200 RT at first glance but there are a number of distinguishing differences, apart from the cylinder head covers.
2019 R 1250 RT in Alpine White
The front brake calipers have been uprated, there are engine spoilers underneath the stator cover, the exhaust downpipes curve further back, and of course, the R 1250 RT badge.
2019 R 1250 RT in Elegance paint scheme
The engine tuning, performance and gearing ratios are unchanged from the GS.
2019 R 1250 RT in Sport paint scheme
There are also two riding modes, “Road” and “Rain” besides ASC (automatic Stability Control) and HSC (Hill Start Control) as standard.
2019 R 1250 RT in Option 719 Spezial colour scheme
The RT gets a 5.7” full-colour TFT display, flanked by analog speedometer and tachometer, but no connectivity options yet.
2019 R 1250 RT instrument panel
Owners can upgrade to “Next Generation” Dynamic ESA; an option unavailable on the current R 1200 RT.
2019 R 1250 RT view of the office
LED headlights and LED DRL are optional.
2019 R 1250 RT in Option 719 Spezial colour and optional brown seat
Colour options are basic option in Alpine White, Option 719 Spezial in Blue Planet metallic and Sparkling Storm metallic, Sport option in Mars Red metallic, Elegance in Carbon Black metallic.
BMW Motorrad has unveiled the new R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT along with the new Boxer engine.
The new 1254cc engine is the fifth 4-valve Boxer version.
It boasts a 9% gain in power and 14% in torque, plus 4% reduction in fuel consumption.
(All pictures courtesy of BMW Motorrad.)
It was BMW Motorrad’s worst secret, because the news of a new 1250cc Boxer engine and RT broke out in the open as soon as they started working on the project. Hence probably why BMW decided to roll out the specs and features of the 2019 R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT even before the expected launch at Intermot.
For your information, the German manufacturer has followed their tradition of launching both new GS and RT simultaneously.
We have covered most of the techs of the new 1254cc Boxer with Shift Cam variable valve timing, so far but here is a little bit more about the new engine since the full spec sheets have been released, also.
The new Boxer produces 136 bhp (100 kW) at 7,750 RPM and 143 Nm of torque at 6,250 RPM, a 14% gain.
Comparatively, the current 1174cc engine produces 125 bhp (92 kW) and 125 Nm of torque at the same RPMs respectively. (Please refer to the dyno chart below, courtesy of mcnew.com.au)
Referring to the graph, horsepower is as linear as before, but the biggest gain for torque is from 5,000 RPM onwards.
There is 110 Nm (77% of maximum) on tap from 2,000 RPM, building to just over 120 Nm (84%) at 3,000 RPM.
This means there is acceleration practically anytime the rider opens the throttle.
The new engine gains up to 4% better fuel economy, while trading 5kg extra.
There is a new BMS-O engine control unit (ECU), slipper clutch as standard (finally!), upgraded lubrication and cooling system, quieter toothed (HyVo) timing chains, and two knock sensors.
The transmission has also been refined further.
That is it for now. Check back with us tonight as we take a closer look at both the new models.
While the first ride was from Modenas’ HQ at Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor to Ipoh, Perak, this second ride covered the route from Juru Autocity, Penang to the Belum Rainforest Resort, Perak.
As with all the “Explore the Unexplored” rides, the activity caters exclusively to Modenas D400 owners, as the motorcycle is branded as a sport-tourer. The power and torque of the 373cc liquid-cooled engine and ergonomics allow the bike to be ridden far and wide.
These rides are also apart of Modenas/Bajaj Auto’s #motography project where pictures of interesting attractions are shared by Dominar D400 owners globally, thus forming a travelogue for owners to visit these very sites should they want to ride in other countries. Malaysian owners are to submit their photos under the #motographymalaysia hashtag.
The second ride began with rider registration and breakfast from 6.30am at the Restoran Nasi Kandar Pelita at Juru Autocity. It was a bigger group this time around, consisting of 25 participants. Modenas had informed us that these riders from the northern states of Peninsular Malaysia were really excited to take part.
A briefing was held by the Chief Marshal on the route, activities, potential hazards and group riding etiquette. Modenas provided technical personnel and two four-wheel wheeled vehicles as support.
The convoy began afterwards at 7.30am and headed to the historic city of Taiping. The convoy travelled in smart formation on the PLUS Highway, adhering to the speed limits and careful not to hamper traffic.
The group proceeded straight to the Taiping Lake Gardens for the first #motographymalaysia stop. The owners were allowed to explored sites around the Lake Gardens to shoot their best photos of their Dominar D400s.
Soon after, the participants rode to Kuala Kangsar, passing Grik and stopped at the Belum Rainforest Resort for lunch, the second #motographymalaysia stop in addition to some fun and games.
As first with the first stop at Taiping, the riders went out to shoot photographs after lunch. They returned to the game of the slowest rider and throwing and catching a water balloon.
The group dispersed from Grik as they had different plans.
However, no one could put a finger on why the company tanked so quickly after showing so much promise, especially after opening their new office building and factory in Banting, Selangor. The lack of a definitive answer meant speculations started flying.
Now there seems to be a revelation of what happened. The Edge had recently reported that the company has gone into receivership as DNC Asiatic Holdings Sdn. Bhd. as Maybank seeks to recoup the monies owed to them.
The Edge discovered that work halted at both the Banting and Kuching plants two months ago, following the disappearance of two DNC Asiatic directors and general manager six months ago.
The business paper also performed a check with the Companies Commision of Malaysia (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia or SSM), the shareholders are Gao Rong (70%), Dato’ Seri Feona Sim @ Norjanah. The directors are Gao, Sim, Sharifah Nong Jasima Syed Junaidi and Hu Ying. Lim Boo Hing is the company’s secretary as well as General Manager at the Banting plant. Both Gao and Hu are Chinese nationals who have since become Malaysian citizens.
According to The Edge’s sources, Gao, Hu and Lim could not be located.
Dato’ Seri Feona Sim the spouse of former Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. Sharifah, on the hand, is the couple’s daughter.
Contrary to popular belief, the SSM revealed that DNC Asiatic had been profitable for the last five years. In fact, revenues had more than doubled to RM 195.59 million in the financial year ended 31st December 2016, compared to RM 92.57 million in FY 2012. Accordingly, net profit rose to RM 10.73 million in FY 2016 as opposed to RM 8.17 million in FY 2012.
From that, DNC Asiatic’s accumulated profit was RM 73.38 million in FY 2016 with total liabilities of RM 129.33 million. Also, according to SSM, the company may owe Maybank as much as RM 54 million, besides other debts to Kuwait Finance House and Bank Islam.
However, DNC Asiatic announced that they had entered the Cambodian market and would be shipping 25,000 motorcycles and parts worth US$ 56 million by the second quarter of this year. This is on top of the motorcycles being exported to Sri Lanka and Myanmar.
Executive Hu quoted that they had started to shift their focus towards the export market, with half of the annual 60,000 units produced at Banting being exported. Production capacity at the Kuching plant was also reported to be at 60,000 per year.
Additionally, DNC Asiatic had been building a plant in Colombo, Sri Lanka, as we have reported.
That was the report be obtained but again, we could only speculated about the missing directors and general manager. However, we now know that production had stopped after their disappearance.
As part of their recognition of Harley-Davidson owners and groups, Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya plays host to their rides and activities.
The latest group to congregate at HDPJ was Kingz MG on their ride to the East Coast.
HDPJ supported the ride by providing technical support and Lucky Draw vouchers.
The setting of Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya (HDPJ) has truly benefitted Harley owners. As part of a service to owners, HDPJ played host to Kingz Motorcycle Group (MG) as a stop on their wide-ranging ride over the Malaysia Day weekend, from 14th to 16th September 2018.
The ride is part of a larger event called Eat, Travel, Ride International 2.0. The program is sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia, among others. The ride covers Kuala Lumpur, Pahang and Terengganu.
Kingz MG’s riders began the ride at the KL Tower and proceeded to Muzium Negara (National Museum) for a photoshoot and rode to HDPJ afterwards for another round of photoshoot.
HDPJ supported the ride by providing a support truck and technical personnel in addition to Lucky Draw vouchers for the ride’s annual dinner when the group reaches Kuala Terengganu. HDPJ Assistant Director, Chris Ruxton presented the group a plaque as a sign of support for the brotherhood.
It was a straight shot to Cherating for lunch before hooking up with Iron Head MG in Kemaman, Terengganu. The group stopped for the night at Marang.
Other activities planned for the ride were stops and photoshoots at unique attractions in the East Coast such as the Masjid Kristal (Crystal Mosque), Pantai Penarik, lunch at KT Durian Burung, an orphanage, Pantai Monica, all in Terengganu.
The total ride distance is 460 km, return. There were more than one hundred participants, not counting those from Iron Head MG.
The three new Vespa models embody style, character and heritage.
The Vespa 946 (RED), Sprint Carbon and Sei Giorni caters to riders who seek specific characteristics.
All three models are available at Naza Premira and authorized dealers nationwide from September 2018.
The official Vespa distributor in Malaysia, Naza Premira has introduced three limited edition, stylish and exclusive Vespa modesl: The 946 (RED), Sprint Carbon and Sie Giorni.
Vespas are the expression of uniqueness, a distinctive lifestyle and Italian elegance. From the brand’s interpretation, Vespas are “Not for Everyone.”
The three new models are distinctively catered for different niches for those who seek different flavors instead of cookie-cutter volume production bikes. The exclusive Vespa 946 (RED), Vespa Sprint Carbon and Vespa Sei Giorni are available for viewing from September 2018 at selected authorised Vespa dealerships and outlets nationwide.
Vespa 946 (RED): For those who crave uniqueness and style
This model is the all-red special version of the 946. It has to be said that the 946 is uniquely styled while still retaining the Vespa DNA. Apart from that, the 946 (RED) also has safety features such as dual disc brakes, dual-channel ABS, and Piaggio Group’s proprietary traction control system called Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR).
The 946 (RED)’s bodywork is steel and complemented by aluminium components such as the mudguard and side covers that house the engine, transmission and other mechanical parts.
The bike is powered by a modern and eco-friendly 150cc, single-cylinder, three-valved, four-stroke engine, which is fuel efficient, emits very little emissions and quiet.
It is priced from RM 66,000 and available only in red.
Vespa Sprint Carbon: For sporty riders
The Vespa Sprint Carbon combines sporty personality and innovative technologies to invoke riding pleasure without sacrificing the heritage of vitality and youthfulness of the vespino.
It is lightweight and small while being both comfortable and protective. Being lightweight makes the bike extremely agile which is perfect for youths and those young at heart to enjoy around town.
The body is made entirely of steel. It also features a rectangular headlight and large 12-inch aluminium-alloy wheels. There is a USB socket inside the leg shield backplate compartment.
The Vespa Sprint Carbon is powered by Piaggio’s new and modern i-Get 150cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine which provides good performance, lower operating costs, high fuel efficiency and lower noise. The engine conforms to the stringent Euro 4 standard.
ABS is standard.
The Vespa Sprint Carbon is priced from RM 17,400 and is available only in black.
Vespa Sei Giorni: For those who seek travel and adventure
The original Sport “Sei Giorni” was made specifically for the “Sei Giorni Internazionale di Varese” competition in 1951. The bike went on to win 9 gold medals.
As such, the new Sei Giorni is the spiritual heir of the great bike. Made in limited numbers, each bike has a “Special Edition” plate bearing a serial number.
The bike is designed with characteristic elemets such as the “faro basso” low headlight position on the front fender, a handlebar which mimics the original, exposed metal pipe, and a black number plate. It also has a seat which mimics the single rider racing seat of the Sei Giorni but it is capable of carrying a passenger.
The Sei Giorni is powered by Vespa’s most powerful engine – a 300cc, single-cylider, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, EFI unit which produces 20.9 bhp (15.6 kW) at 7750 RPM.
As part of the GTS range, the Sei Giorni has a large helmet compartment and comfortable seats for long distance riding. It is also equipped with a USB port and front LED turnsignals that perform as daylight running lights.
This model is available only in green and priced from RM 38,000.
