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2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 Arrives in Malaysia

The all-new 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 has arrived in Malaysia.

Ducati Malaysia hosted an exclusive preview of the highly anticipated 2025 Panigale V2 and Multistrada V2 at the Ducati flagship showroom, marking a new chapter in Ducati’s middleweight range. The event, held ahead of the Naza Automania Vol.3 weekend, welcomed invited top Ducatisti, DOC Malaysia members and dealer network representatives for an up-close first look at the latest evolution of two of Ducati’s most celebrated models.

“The Panigale V2 and Multistrada V2 range embody the perfect balance of innovation, performance, and style, reaffirming our commitment to making the Ducati experience more accessible to Malaysian riders. We remain deeply appreciative of the support from our dealers and the Malaysian riding community as we continue to grow together,” said Rizal Jailan, CEO of Naza Automotive Holdings.

To recap, the 2025 Multistrada V2 features the new 90° V-Twin (Ducati calls it the “L-Twin”) engine which replaces the Superquardro.

Engine highlights

The new 890cc V2 (90º V-Twin) engine it entirely new, producing 115 hp at 10,750 RPM and 92 Nm at 8,250 RPM.

The valvetrain features spring valve actuation like that in the Granturismo V4 engine, as opposed the Ducati’s synonymous Desmo valvetrain.
As such, valve clearance interval is stretched to 45,000 km.

Lighter, 6-speed transmission with Ducati Quick Shift 2.0.
These measures mean the new engine weighs in at only 54.4 kg, which is 9.4 kg lighter than the Superquardro.

Motorcycle highlights

The 2025 Multistrada V2 redefines Ducati’s mid-size crossover with a sharper focus on agility, comfort, and accessibility. Now 18 kg lighter at just 199 kg dry, it blends the character of a twin-cylinder with true everyday versatility. The new design refines the iconic Multistrada silhouette with a shorter “beak,” integrated aerodynamics, and improved ergonomics, while a redesigned seat and adjustable heights (down to 790 mm on the V2 S) ensure comfort for every rider. Its aggressive Full-LED lighting, slimmer proportions, and improved passenger accommodations make it as stylish as it is practical for commuting, touring, or exploring backroads.

The aluminium monocoque chassis and long-travel suspension balance on-road precision with off-road capability. The V2 S introduces semi-active Skyhook Suspension, electronic preload adjustment, and a premium electronics suite including multiple Riding Modes, customizable Infomodes, smartphone connectivity, and advanced safety aids like Cornering ABS, DTC, DWC, and Brake Light EVO. Together, these upgrades make the Multistrada V2 the most refined, intuitive, and versatile adventure-sport Ducati yet.

Price

The 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 is priced from RM112,000 (for the standard version).

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Ducati Panigale V2 (2025) Tiba di Malaysia

Ducati Panigale V2 (2025) baharu sudah tiba di Malaysia.

Ducati Malaysia telah menganjurkan pratonton eksklusif untuk Panigale V2 dan Multistrada V2 2025 yang sangat dinanti-nantikan di ruang pameran utama Ducati, menandakan permulaan bab baharu dalam julat pertengahan Ducati. Acara yang diadakan sebelum hujung minggu Naza Automania Vol.3 itu, mengalu-alukan kehadiran Ducatisti terkemuka yang dijemput, ahli-ahli DOC Malaysia dan wakil-wakil rangkaian pengedar untuk melihat secara dekat evolusi terkini dua model yang paling terkenal dari Ducati.

“Barisan Panigale V2 dan Multistrada V2 merangkumi keseimbangan sempurna inovasi, prestasi dan gaya, sekali gus mengukuhkan komitmen kami untuk menjadikan pengalaman Ducati lebih mudah diakses oleh para penunggang motosikal di Malaysia. Kami amat menghargai sokongan daripada pengedar kami dan komuniti penunggang motosikal Malaysia seiring kami terus berkembang bersama,” kata Rizal Jailan, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Naza Automotive Holdings.

Sebagai ikhtisar, Panigale V2 (2025) menampilkan enjin V-Twin 90° (Ducati memanggilnya “L-Twin”) baharu yang menggantikan Superquardro.

Ciri-ciri enjin

Enjin V2 (V-Twin 90º) baharu berkuasa 890cc ini adalah keseluruhannya baharu, menghasilkan 120hp dan 93.6Nm berbanding 148hp dan 104.4Nm.
Ia dilengkapi dengan sistem Intake Variable Timing (IVT), yang melaraskan masa kemasukan sehingga 52°, untuk memberikan tork yang lancar pada RPM rendah, tindakbalas yang kyat dalam julat RPM pertengahan, dan prestasi yang mengujakan pada RPM tinggi.

Lebih 70% daripada tork maksimum tersedia bermula dari 3,000 rpm, dengan lebih daripada 80% dikekalkan antara 3,500 dan 11,000 rpm.
Penghantaran tork RPM julat rendah dan pertengahan yang gemuk membawa kembali ciri penghantaran tork V2 yang tradisional.

Sistem injap menampilkan injap berspring seperti dalam enjin Granturismo V4, berbeza dengan sistem injap Desmo yang sinonim dengan Ducati.
Oleh itu, selang pelarasan injap (valve clearance interval) dilanjutkan kepada 45,000 km.

Garpu injap bersalut DLC, kam berantai, dan injap kemasukan berongga menjimatkan tambahan 5% berat.
Seperti Granturismo V4, pelongsor silinder L-Twin (V-Twin) baharu ini diperbuat daripada aluminium.

Langkah-langkah ini bermakna enjin baharu ini hanya seberat 54.4 kg, iaitu 9.4 kg lebih ringan daripada Superquardro.
Pakej sistem ekzos perlumbaan menaikkan kuasa maksimum kepada 126hp dan mengurangkan lagi 4.5kg.

Ciri-ciri motosikal

Ducati Panigale V2 2025 adalah model supersport bersilinder kembar paling ringan Ducati. Dengan mengambil inspirasi daripada legasi silinder kembar Ducati, ia menggabungkan kelajayan yang mengujakan dengan usaha yang berkurangan, membolehkan penunggang pelbagai peringkat menunggang dengan lebih pantas dan yakin.
Gaya baharunya diilhamkan oleh Panigale V4, dengan lampu LED yang tajam, aerodinamik yang terukir, dan ekor yang diilhamkan oleh MotoGP yang menggabungkan keanggunan dengan sikap agresif.

Penambahbaikan ergonomik, termasuk tangki yang dibentuk semula dan pengurusan aliran udara yang lebih baik, meningkatkan keselesaan sambil mengekalkan feel bahagian hadapan yang tepat.
Casis monocoque aluminium baharu, ayunan berganda (dual-sided swingarm), dan suspensi boleh laras sepenuhnya mengimbangi kelincahan dengan kestabilan.

Manakala V2 S menaikkan lagi tahap dengan suspensi Öhlins, brek Brembo M50, dan berat kering 176 kg.
Unit pengukuran inersia (IMU) enam-paksi menyokong elektronik termaju (Cornering ABS, DTC, DWC, EBC dan Quick Shift 2.0) yang dikawal melalui empat Mod Menunggang dan dipaparkan melalui skrin TFT 5” baharu dengan antara muka terinspirasi daripada perlumbaan.

Hasilnya adalah sebuah Panigale yang lebih agresif, ringan dan mudah didekati yang memberikan keseronokan menunggang motosikal superbike di jalan raya dan litar.

Harga

Harga Ducati Panigale V2 (2025) bermula daripada RM125,000 (untuk V2 standard).

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2025 Ducati Panigale V2 Arrives in Malaysia

The all-new 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 has arrived in Malaysia.

To recap, the 2025 Panigale V2 features the new 90° V-Twin (Ducati calls it the “L-Twin”) engine which replaces the Superquardro.

You maybe interested to know about the Evolution of Ducati V-Twin Engines.

Engine highlights

The new 890cc V2 (90º V-Twin) engine it entirely new, producing 120hp and 93.6Nm compared to 148hp and 104.4Nm.
It features Intake Variable Timing (IVT), which adjusts intake timing up to 52°, to deliver smooth torque at low revs, sharp response in the mid-range, and exhilarating performance at high rpm.

Over 70% of maximum torque is available from 3,000 rpm, with more than 80% sustained between 3,500 and 11,000 rpm.
The fat, low- and mid-range RPM torque delivery brings back the traditional V2 torque delivery.

The valvetrain features spring valve actuation like that in the Granturismo V4 engine, as opposed the Ducati’s synonymous Desmo valvetrain.
As such, valve clearance interval is stretched to 45,000 km.

DLC-coated rockers, chain-driven cams, and hollow intake valves save an extra 5% of weight.
Also like the Granturismo V4, the new V-Tw… L-Twin’s cylinder liners are aluminium.

These measures mean the new engine weighs in at only 54.4 kg, which is 9.4 kg lighter than the Superquardro.
The racing exhaust system pack liberates 126hp and reduces a further 4.5kg.

Motorcycle highlights

The 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 is Ducati’s lightest twin-cylinder supersport model. Drawing from Ducati’s twin-cylinder legacy, it blends exhilarating speed with reduced effort, allowing riders of all levels to ride faster with confidence. Its styling borrows from the Panigale V4, with sharp LED lighting, sculpted aerodynamics, and a MotoGP-inspired tail that combines elegance with aggression. Ergonomic refinements, including a reshaped tank and improved airflow management, enhance comfort while preserving precise front-end feel.

The new aluminium monocoque chassis, dual-sided swingarm, and fully adjustable suspension balance agility with stability, while the V2 S raises the bar with Öhlins suspension, Brembo M50 brakes, and a 176 kg dry weight. A six-axis IMU underpins advanced electronics (Cornering ABS, DTC, DWC, EBC and Quick Shift 2.0) controlled through four Riding Modes and displayed via a new 5” TFT with race-derived interfaces. The result is a sharper, lighter, and more approachable Panigale that delivers the thrill of a superbike on both road and track.

Price

The 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 is priced from RM125,000 (for the standard V2).

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FEMA Jumpa Pad Brek yang Gunakan Asbestos Dijual Dalam Talian

Kami telah berkali-kali menegaskan: Jangan sekali-kali, SECARA MUTLAK, berkompromi dalam hal komponen dan produk berkaitan keselamatan. Ini terutama benar apabila memesan bahagian murah dari penjual dalam talian. Sebagai bukti, Persekutuan Persatuan Penunggang Motosikal Eropah (FEMA) telah menemui pad brek yang mengandungi asbestos dijual melalui AliExpress.

Pad brek dan kasut brek (untuk brek dram) tersebut dihasilkan oleh Tanaki dan Zhangxingyue. Semua produk yang dinyatakan dalam tindakan itu dihasilkan di China, dan kesemuanya gagal mematuhi peraturan REACH (Pendaftaran, Penilaian, Kebenaran dan Sekatan Bahan Kimia). Garis panduan ini bertujuan untuk melindungi pengguna daripada terdedah kepada bahan berbahaya dan untuk melindungi alam sekitar.

Bahan ini sangat baik untuk menyerap haba, sebab itulah ia digunakan dalam pad brek, dan ia juga tahan api, menjadikannya sesuai untuk pakaian kebakaran. Namun, debunya sangat berbahaya jika disedut kerana boleh menyebabkan mesothelioma dalam paru-paru. Mesothelioma adalah sejenis kanser yang bermula sebagai pertumbuhan sel abnormal pada lapisan tisu nipis yang meliputi banyak organ dalaman. Debu asbestos tidak boleh disingkirkan dari badan, justeru ia akan kekal dalam paru-paru untuk tempoh yang lama.

Satu-satunya nasihat yang boleh kami berikan buat masa ini adalah untuk sentiasa menuntut pad brek dan kasut brek yang bebas asbestos apabila anda menukarnya. Selain itu, elakkan dan jangan sedut debu brek ketika mekanik atau anda sendiri membersihkan brek motosikal dengan udara mampat.

Asbestos telah diharamkan di banyak negara di seluruh dunia, termasuk Kesatuan Eropah dan Malaysia sejak tahun 1999. Walaubagaimanapun, pengharaman ini meliputi aspek penggunaan asbes yang berbeza. Sebagai contoh, walaupun penggunaan asbestos telah diharamkan di A.S. dan Eropah, Malaysia hanya mengharamkan bahan tersebut daripada bahan binaan di hospital, klinik, sekolah, dan bangunan kerajaan. Sehingga 2025, pihak berkuasa Malaysia masih berusaha ke arah pengharaman sepenuhnya.

Brake Pads Ordered Online Found to Contain Asbestos

We have said many times over: Do not ever, EVER, compromise when it comes to safety-related components and products. This is especially true when ordering cheap parts from online sellers. Case in point, the Federation of European Motorcyclists Associations (FEMA) have found brake pads that include asbestos being sold through AliExpress.

The brake pads and brakes shoes (for drum brakes) are produced by Tanaki and Zhangxingyue. All the products noted in the action are produced in China, and all of the products fail to meet REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) regulations. These guidelines aim to protect consumers from coming into contact with harmful substances and to protect the environment.

The substance is great for absorbing heat therefore its use in brake pads, and is fireproof hence its use in fireproof suits, but its dust is dangerous when inhaled as it causes mesothelioma in the lungs. Mesothelioma is a cancer that starts as a growth of abnormal cells from a thin layer of tissue that covers many internal organs. Asbestos dust cannot be flushed out, hence will stay in the lungs for a long time to come.

The only advice we can provide at the moment is to insist on asbestos-free brake pads and shoes when you replace them. Apart from that, stay away and do not inhale brake dust when the mechanic or you clean your motorcycle’s brakes with compressed air.

Asbestos has been banned in many countries around the world, including the European Union and Malaysia since 1999. However, the bans cover different aspects of the usage of asbestos. For example, while the use of asbestos has been banned in the U.S. and Europe, Malaysia only banned the substance from building materials in government hospitals, clinics, schools, and buildings. As of 2025, the Malaysian authorities is still working towards a total ban.

Motorcycle Brakes 101 – The Pads

Your bike may be equipped with the best master cylinder, hoses, and calipers, but it all ultimately comes down to the brake pads to slow your bike down. This is the component that provides the friction when it grips the brake disc, and converting kinetic energy (movement) to thermal energy (heat).

Brake pad friction ratings

HH-rated pads are the strongest brake pads one can buy, but do you have any idea what those two Hs stand for? The letters indicate the friction rating and specifically pertain to the puck’s coefficient of friction, with the first letter quantifying the CoF at a normal operating temperature and the second letter listing the pad’s CoF at an extremely high temperature of 340° Celsius. G and H ratings are common for motorcycle brakes, with a G-rating offering a CoF between 0.45 and 0.55. H is the highest rating available and corresponds to a CoF of 0.55 or greater.

Brake pad material

ORGANIC

These pads are devoid of metal content (and asbestos) and instead blend rubber, glass, or Kevlar materials into a heat-resistant binding resin. Organic pads are the softest and thus the quietest option available and are exceptionally easy on rotors. They’re also easy on your wallet. Downsides include shorter service life (compared to semi-metallic or sintered pads) and fading with aggressive use. Organic pads are most commonly found on older (pre-1990s) bikes, smaller modern bikes, and for rear applications on some larger modern machines.

SEMI-METALLIC

These pads incorporate some metallic material (usually 20 to 40 percent by volume) into the friction material to increase the pads’ friction level and durability and to improve fade-resistance under heavy use. These pads were invented as cars and bikes became faster, requiring stronger, more resilient brake systems. Semi-metallic pads are still fairly quiet, don’t score rotors as much as all-metal sintered pads, and are a popular option for a variety of bikes.

SINTERED

The name refers to the production process, which uses extreme heat and pressure to cement powdered metal (usually bronze) to the backing plate. Sintered brakes have a very high coefficient of friction and excellent heat transfer, making them ideal for aggressive use and racing. The downsides are price, increased rotor wear, and the fact that they usually require some heat to perform their best.

Motorcycle Brakes 101 – The Basics

Your motorcycle brakes have a tough job.

What’s amazing is that it does. Take the BMW S 1000 XR for example: It accelerates to 160 km/h in 6.1 seconds and 151 metres. Yet it slows to a complete stop in just 5 seconds and in less than 100 metres.

That kind of performance makes the brakes the most powerful component of a motorcycle, contrary to what many believe is the engine. Think about: The force from one or two of your fingers is enough to bring a flying motorcycle down to sane speeds in less time and distance, than the engine takes to accelerate the bike.

That impressive performance is due to the power and resilience of the modern hydraulic brake system, which is comprised of the following components.

Master cylinder

Whether operated by your right hand or your right foot, this converts mechanical force into hydraulic pressure via a lever acting on a piston that presses on a fluid. The force with which you pull the lever, the lever’s leverage ratio, and the size of the master-cylinder piston determine the amount of pressure imparted on the system, which may exceed 10.5 kg/cm².

Brake lines

These multilayer hoses transmit pressure from the master cylinder to the calipers and typically utilize a Teflon inner lining surrounded by a braided-nylon, Kevlar, or stainless-steel reinforcing layer that’s then wrapped in a protective sheathing. The stronger the hoses the better, since any expansion under pressure will reduce braking force and feel. Because rubber hoses lose their strength over time, most manufacturers recommend replacing them every four years.

Brake caliper

The brake caliper is where the multiplying power of hydraulics comes into play. Since pressure applied to a confined liquid is transmitted undiminished and with equal force to all surfaces within the system, the pressure from the master cylinder is exerted uniformly on the much larger area of the caliper pistons, increasing the force many fold.

Brake pads

If any part of the brake system deserves sympathy, it’s the pads. Their job is to convert your bike’s kinetic energy into heat by way of friction. And we want them to do it quietly and repeatedly and without getting too hot. It’s not uncommon for the brakes on an aggressively ridden streetbike to heat up to 180° Celsius, while the pads and discs on a racebike may exceed 315° Celsius.

Brake disc (or drum)

Transferring the brake pads’ resistance to motion to the wheels and on to the tires’ contact patches are the brake discs or drums. Discs are typically made from stainless steel, while drums are lined with cast iron. Both materials provide a durable, heat-resistant surface for the brake pads to press against. Modern brake discs are relieved, and or drilled, to assist in cooling and to help shed water and debris.

Brake fluid

This is the elixir that allows it all to happen. Brake fluid is responsible for transmitting force from the brake lever to the back of the brake pads. It needs to be non-compressible to effectively transmit pressure, have low viscosity to be compatible with ABS components, have good lubricity for master-cylinder and caliper pistons seals, offer corrosion resistance, and also have a very high boiling point.

Brake fluid is available in four grades: DOT 3, 4, 5, and 5.1. DOT 3, 4, and 5.1 fluids are glycol based and miscible, while DOT 5 fluid is silicone based and can’t be mixed with any other type of fluid. Glycol-based fluids are hydrophilic and will attract and absorb moisture out of the air. DOT 5 fluid is hydrophobic, but due to the repeated heating and cooling cycles and the imperfect sealing of master cylinders and calipers, all fluids will eventually ingest some quantity of water. The difference is that glycol-based fluids will pull moisture out of the air on their own while DOT 5 will not, meaning DOT 5 has a much longer service life.

If you’re thinking DOT 5 sounds really appealing right now, think again. Expense, as well as the fluid’s compressibility and viscosity, makes DOT 5 unsuitable for everyday use. So why does it exist? It was created for the military to use in vehicles that will be parked for years at a time. Harley-Davidson used DOT 5 until a decade ago but specifies DOT 4 now.

A fluid’s classification has little to do with its chemical makeup. Rather, it’s based on the fluid’s boiling point. The Department of Transportation sets minimums for each grade’s “dry” and “wet” boiling point, with the former state completely free of moisture and the latter containing 3.7 percent water as is common after a year or so of regular use. DOT 3 fluid has the lowest minimum dry boiling temperature at 205° C (140° C wet), while DOT 5.1 has the highest at 270° C (180° C wet).

As the temperature ratings above suggest, any water content in the brake fluid will reduce its boiling point. Boiling brake fluid will make your brake lever feel spongy and braking force will be diminished. This condition is known as brake fade or, more specifically, fluid fade. Replacing your brake fluid regularly (most manufacturers say every two years) will help ensure your brakes always perform their best.

Radial vs axial mount callipers

Nearly all modern sportbikes have radial-mount brake calipers, and the general consensus is that they’re better. But why? First, the difference between radial-mount brakes and axial-mount brakes: Radial brakes are secured via bolts that are parallel with the brake disc as compared to bolts that are perpendicular to the disc face (see photo at right) as on traditional brakes.

Radial mounting typically offers better caliper-to-disc alignment and is significantly more rigid than axial mounting. A more rigid setup yields better pad-to-disc contact for improved power and, more significantly, better feel at the lever.

600 Police Personnel on Guard during RXZ Members 7.0

Some 600 police officers and personnel will be deployed to control traffic flow and ensure security during the RXZ Members 7.0 event at the Gong Badak Motor Circuit in Kuala Nerus on August 22 and 23.

Terengganu Police Chief Mohd. Khairi Khairuddin said this year’s attendance is expected to exceed 100,000 participants, compared to 60,000 last year.

He stated that the involved officers and personnel will be stationed at selected locations across the state to prevent congestion that could disrupt public daily activities.

“A total of 600 police officers and personnel will be stationed at selected locations, not only in Kuala Terengganu but also in all districts, including Besut, Marang, Dungun, Setiu, and Kemaman.

“To ensure safety, the Motorcycle Patrol Unit (URB) and Mobile Patrol Vehicle (MPV) Unit will conduct patrols in accommodation areas and homestays,” he said during a press conference at the Terengganu Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK) here today.

Mohd. Khairi said last year, three fatal accidents involving RXZ Members 6.0 participants were recorded, while 89 summonses were issued for various offenses.

Additionally, there were three cases of fraud involving non-existent homestays, resulting in losses totaling RM1,400.

In this regard, he reminded all RXZ Members 7.0 participants to comply with traffic rules and avoid causing noise in public areas that could disturb public order.

“Participants of the gathering are advised not to bring prohibited items, as the police are constantly monitoring suspicious activities… Also, ensure that the booked accommodations are legitimate to avoid falling victim to fake homestay scams,” he said.

600 Polis Kawal RXZ Members 7.0

Seramai 600 pegawai dan anggota polis akan dikerahkan untuk mengawal aliran trafik dan keselamatan ketika program RXZ Members 7.0 di Litar Permotoran Gong Badak di Kuala Nerus pada 22 dan 23 Ogos ini.

Ketua Polis Terengganu Mohd. Khairi Khairuddin berkata jumlah peserta tahun ini dijangka bertambah kepada melebihi 100,000 orang berbanding 60,000 orang pada tahun lepas.

Beliau berkata anggota dan pegawai terlibat akan ditempatkan di lokasi terpilih di seluruh negeri bagi memastikan tidak berlaku kesesakan yang akan menganggu aktiviti harian orang ramai.

“Sebanyak 600 anggota dan pegawai polis akan ditempatkan di lokasi terpilih, bukan hanya di Kuala Terengganu tetapi di semua daerah termasuk Besut, Marang, Dungun, Setiu dan Kemaman.

“Bagi memastikan keselamatan, Unit Rondaan Bermotosikal (URB) dan Unit Kereta Peronda (MPV) akan bertugas membuat rondaan di kawasan penginapan dan rumah inap,” katanya pada sidang media di Ibu Pejabat Polis Kontinjen (IPK) Terengganu di sini hari ini.

Mohd. Khairi berkata tahun lepas tiga kes kemalangan maut melibatkan peserta RXZ Members 6.0 direkodkan manakala 89 saman dikeluarkan atas pelbagai kesalahan.

Selain itu, terdapat juga tiga kes penipuan melibatkan rumah inap tidak wujud dengan jumlah kerugian RM1,400.

Sehubungan itu, beliau mengingatkan semua peserta RXZ Members 7.0 mematuhi peraturan jalan raya dan tidak membuat bising di tempat awam hingga boleh mengganggu ketenteraman.

“Kepada peserta himpunan jangan bawa barang terlarang kerana pihak polis sentiasa memantau aktiviti yang mencurigakan…pastikan juga penginapan yang ditempah benar-benar wujud bagi mengelak menjadi mangsa penipuan rumah inap palsu,” katanya.

KBS Seeking Special Funds for Hakim Danish

The Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) will apply for special additional funding from the Ministry of Finance (MOF) to support young national racer Hakim Danish Ramli in continuing his racing program in Europe.

This step was taken after a grant application from the National Sports Trust Fund (KWASN) could not be fulfilled due to limited available funds and high demand from various parties.

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh stated that while the ministry recognizes the country’s many sporting talents that require support, the current funds are insufficient to cover all needs—especially motorsports, which require significant investment.

“So for Hakim, we will apply to MOF for more funding,” she said.

Elaborating further, Hannah explained that KWASN’s funds are inadequate due to the overwhelming number of applications exceeding the available allocation, forcing the ministry to seek alternative solutions.

“That’s why we have applied, and we will continue following up with the Ministry of Finance to explore how we can assist Hakim.

“I know that MAM (Malaysian Motorsports Association) is also working to support Hakim,” she added.

Through his management team, ZK Racing, Hakim Danish had applied for a KWASN grant to cover his expenses in Europe, including securing the best machinery to compete in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup (RBMRC) and the FIM JuniorGP World Championship.

The young racer currently leads the overall standings with 154 points, ahead of his closest rival, Brian Uriarte, who has collected 141 points. A maximum of 100 points are still up for grabs with only four races remaining across two rounds in the 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup.

KBS Mohon Dana Khas untuk Hakim Danish

Kementerian Belia dan Sukan (KBS) akan memohon dana tambahan khas daripada Kementerian Kewangan (MOF) bagi membantu pelumba muda negara, Hakim Danish Ramli untuk meneruskan program perlumbaan di Eropah.

Langkah itu diambil selepas permohonan geran daripada Kumpulan Wang Amanah Sukan Negara (KWASN) tidak dapat dipenuhi berikutan dana sedia ada terhad dan menerima permohonan tinggi daripada pelbagai pihak.

Menteri Belia dan Sukan, Hannah Yeoh berkata pihaknya sedar negara mempunyai ramai bakat sukan yang perlu disokong, namun mengakui dana sedia ada tidak mencukupi untuk menampung semua keperluan terutama sukan permotoran yang memerlukan pelaburan besar.

“Jadi untuk Hakim, kita akan memohon kepada MOF untuk dapatkan lebih banyak dana,” katanya.

Mengulas lanjut, Hannah menjelaskan dana KWASN tidak mencukupi kerana menerima terlalu banyak permohonan yang melebihi peruntukan sedia ada, sekali gus memaksa kementerian mencari alternatif lain.

“Sebab itu kita telah mohondan kita juga akan terus membuat susulan dengan Kementerian Kewangan untuk tengok bagaimana kita boleh bantu Hakim.

“Saya tahu MAM (Persatuan Sukan Permotoran Malaysia) juga sedang berusaha untuk bantu Hakim,” katanya.

Hakim Danish menerusi pengurusannya, ZK Racing memohon geran KWASN bagi menampung perbelanjaan pelumba itu di Eropah termasuk mendapatkan jentera terbaik untuk bersaing dalam Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup (RBMRC) dan Kejuaraan Dunia FIM JuniorGP.

Pelumba muda itu sedang mendahului kedudukan pungutan keseleruhan dengan 154 mata, di hadapan penyaing terdekatnya, Brian Uriarte yang telah memungut 141. Musim Red Bull Rookies Cup 2025 tinggal hanya empat lagi perlumbaan daripada dua pusingan, oleh itu menawarkan 100 mata maksimum untuk direbut.

Dua Pengarah dan Syarikat Didakwa Guna Pelekat SIRIM Palsu pada Tayar

Dua pengarah dan syarikat mereka didakwa di Mahkamah Sesyen Sepang di atas pertuduhan menggunakan pelekat SIRIM (Institut Piawaian dan Penyelidikan Perindustrian Malaysia) palsu pada 107 tayar celup.

Syarikat Yik Woh Tyre Enterprise Sdn. Bhd. yang diwakili pengarah, Yip Wei Leong, 44, dan Yip Wing Kee, 70, bagaimanapun mengaku tidak bersalah terhadap ketiga-tiga pertuduhan itu selepas ia dibacakan di hadapan Hakim Ahmad Fuad Othman.

Kedua-dua Orang Kena Sama merupakan ayah dan anak, serta selaku pengarah dan Syarikat Yik Woh Tyre Enterprise Sdn Bhd didakwa membuat tuntutan palsu dengan menggunakan pelekat logo MS 224:2005 pada 107 unit tayar celup pelbagai jenama dan saiz. Tayar-tayar tersebut tidak mempunyai kelulusan oleh SIRIM.

Kesalahan itu dilakukan di premis syarikat di Meranti Jaya Industrial Park, Puchong kira-kira pukul 11.30 pagi, 13 Februari lalu.

Berikutan itu, syarikat tersebut didapati melakukan kesalahan di bawah Seksyen 21 Akta Perihal Dagangan 2011 [Akta 730] kerana melanggar Seksyen 16(1) akta sama dan boleh dihukum di bawah Seksyen 21 (a) akta yang sama, manakala Wei Leong dan Wing Kee selaku pengarah syarikat didakwa di bawah Seksyen 21 (b) akta sama.

Syarikat mereka berdepan dengan saman sehingga RM500,000 bagi kesalahan pertama, dan sehingga RM1,000,000 bagi kesalahan kedua dan selanjutnya. Kedua-dua Orang Kena Saman pula boleh disaman sehingga RM250,000 dan/atau penjara tiga bulan bagi kesalahan pertama, dan saman sehingga RM500,000 dan/atau penjara sehingga lima tahun.

Mahkamah kemudian membenarkan jaminan RM10,000 bagi setiap seorang dengan seorang penjamin warganegara serta menetapkan 25 September depan untuk tarikh sebutan semula kes dan serahan dokumen.