The June winner of the PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza contest received his prize today.
He won a Yamaha Y15ZR, complete in PETRONAS Yamaha SRT livery.
There are more prizes awaiting winners.
PETRONAS Lubricants Marketing Malaysia (PLMM) celebrates the June winner for the PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza, in Bukit Mertajam today.
The lucky winner is 23-year-old Encik Ahmad Shafiq bin Ahmad Sharifudin who hails from Permatang Pasir. Ahmad Shafiq who is a trainee health worker spent only RM 70 through the purchase of two bottles of Sprinta F700 lubricants to qualify for the contest.
The monthly prize of a new Yamaha Y15ZR was handed over by PLMM’s Head of Retail Encik Mohd. Bahrin Mohd. Yunus. The handover took place at PETRONAS Tanah Liat, which was where Ahmad Shafiq made his purchase.
March PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza winner
The PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza began on 11th March 2019 and will end on 30thSeptember 2019. Seven Yamaha Y15ZRs are offered for each month. On the other hand, three Yamaha YZF-R25s are offered as the second prize, while a Yamaha YZF-R6 worth more than RM 100,000 is offered as the Grand Prize. More interesting however, are that the bikes sport the MotoGP PETRONAS Yamaha SRT airbrushed livery.
April PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza winner
The Y15ZR winners thus far are:
March : Sahrulnaim bin Sahrahan
April : Mohd Arif bin Mohmad Yasin
Mei : Muhamad Faez bin Aju
Jun : Ahmad Shafiq bin Ahmad Sharifudin
May PETRONAS Sprinta Bonanza winner
Hence, three more Y15ZRs are available up until the closing date. The second and Grand Prizes will be handed over during the Malaysian MotoGP at the Sepang International Circuit in November. The winners will have the honour of receiving the prizes from PETRONAS Yamaha SRT riders Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli.
BMW Motorrad has teamed up with Hedon, the London-based luxury helmet maker.
The helmets will be based on BMW’s “legendary colours.”
The maker produces helmets for café racer and modern classic riders.
BMW Motorrad has teamed up with Hedon, the London-based luxury helmet maker.
The multi-year partnership will produce “a new premium range of open-faced helmets,” undoubtedly as the choice for BMW r nine T owners.
The helmet in the picture is apparently the only one at the moment. Hedon has iterated that they will produce helmets based on BMW’s “legendary colours.” This line-up is currently launched for the European market, but it should make its way to Malaysia soon enough.
If you’ve never heard of the name “Hedon,” that’s because they usually produce very high-end helmets for the modern classic and café racer communities. We’ve tried the Hedonist model(courtesy of Biker’s Garage) during the very first Ducati Scrambler Asia Pacific Media Launch in Thailand years ago and came away impressed at not just the colour and design, but the amazing quality, fit and comfort.
Like the Chinese proverb, “One sen price, one sen quality,” you get peanuts if you paid for peanuts. Hedon helmets aren’t cheap but they really mean it when they say “premium.” The quality has to be experienced to be believed.
Hedon’s open-faced and full-faced helmets are ECE 22.05 and DOT certified.
Hedon also makes Cortex bicycle helmets and are currently working on the Zenith helmet to pair with the Arc Vector electric motorcycle.
You can now own your dream bike through the Moto Guzzi Ride-Now-Pay-Later promotion.
The promotion period is from 15th June to 31st August 2019.
You can ride a new Guzzi for free up to 6 months.
Ever dreamed about owning your own Moto Guzzi? Well, now you can with the Moto Guzzi Ride-Now-Pay-Later campaign.
Moto Guzzi Malaysia, through the official Malaysian distributor Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd. offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ride away with that Guzzi you’ve been lusting after.
Those eligible can ride a Moto Guzzi motorcycle absolutely free for up to 6 months. That sounds like a great way to ride the bike to your favourite destinations with the money saved. Terms and conditions apply, of course.
The brand offers premium modern classic Italian bikes ranging from standards to café racers to the latest V85TT dual-sport (although not included in the promotion) model.
This special promotion is effect from 15th June to 31st August 2019. The motorcycle must be registered by 31st August 2019.
Participating dealers are as follows:
Welly World Cycle 2135, Jalan 3/1, Batu 13 1/2, 47000 Bandar Baru Sungai Buloh, Selangor, 012-9412322
Stronghold Cycles @ The Gasket AlleyLot 15, 13, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 016-3738656
Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn. Bhd.No 24, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, 012-4018932
Soon Hin Co.A-139 & A-141, Jalan Beserah, Kuantan, Taman Seaview, 25300 Kuantan, Pahang, 016-9350055
The Harley-Davidson Sportster line-up has just gotten even more attractive in conjunction with Art of Speed 2019.
Buyers during the event will receive Screamin’ Eagle exhausts.
This great deal is only for a limited number of units.
The Harley-Davidson Sportster line-up has just gotten even more attractive in conjunction with Art of Speed 2019.
Harley-Davidson Sporter models are now produced CKD (complete knocked down) in Thailand. That qualifies them for NAFTA exemption, hence lower selling prices.
But lower selling price or otherwise, the Sportster still exudes a livelier and characterful ride compared to its bigger brethren. It’s not saying that the bigger Softail and Touring families are not good, but the Sportster 883 or Sportster 1200 models are lighter, more agile and accelerate quickly. Those qualities make them more practical for daily use.
Now, you can experience the Sportster through the special deal.
Get one at the Art of Speed 2019 and Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya (HDPJ) will throw in a set of Screamin’ Eagle exhausts. On top of that, enjoy worry free 2-year, unlimited mileage warranty. Those are great reasons to just get a brand-new unit.
But hurry because the offer is only for a limited number of units.
Priced from RM 62,600, loans are arrangeable through HDPJ – up to 7 years repayment at 3.6% per annum.
You can view the new Harley-Davidson Sportsters at the Art of Speed 2019, happening on 27thand 28thJuly, at MAEPS Serdang.
Triumph Daytona Moto2 765 Limited Edition is confirmed for 2020.
The engine is based on the Street Triple RS’s but upgraded for more power.
Triumph will only produce a very limited number.
At last! The new Triumph Daytona 765 is confirmed! Capitalizing on their role as sole engine supplier in Moto2, Triumph will build the Triumph Daytona Moto2 765 Limited Edition for 2020.
According to MCN.com, the bike will be available for Asia, Europe, the US and Canada. However, there are two versions: One for Asia and Europe, and another for the US and Canada. Triumph stated that there will be only 765 units available for each market.
The production number of each bike will be laser etched on the top triple clamp.
The engine Triumph supplies to Moto2 teams began life as the same powerplant in the Street Triple RS (765). The stock engine produces 121 hp, but it’s bumped up to more than 138 hp with just a small number of upgrades for Moto2. This street version, on the other hand, should be good for 130 to 135 hp.
Other Moto2-inspired goodies include the titanium Arrow exhaust which looks exactly like that used in the series; new TFT screen with Moto2 welcome message; five ride modes including track mode; and quickshifter.
The Triumph Daytona Moto2 765 Limited Edition will be officially unveiled at the British MotoGP round at Silverstone on 23rdAugust.
International sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles dropped another 8.9% in Q2 2019, compared to the same period in 2018.
Their Q2 2019 revenue dropped nearly 20% compared to Q2 2018.
The company has initiated campaigns to target younger riders.
International sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles dropped another 8.9% in Q2 2019, compared to the same period in 2018.
In terms of numbers, the Motor Company earned a net income of USD 195.6 million from a revenue of USD 1.63 billion in Q2 2019. By comparison, their net earnings were USD 242.3 million from a revenue of USD 1.71 billion in Q2 2018. That’s a drop in net income of 19.3%.
Harley-Davidson has since initiated campaigns to target younger riders by introducing models that are not cruisers and even an electric bike in the Live Wire. The campaigns may be starting to bear fruit as the company reported an increase of 2.7% of buyers aged between 18 to 34 years old in America, in Q2 2019.
They’ve also partnered with Chinese motorcycle maker, Qianjiang to produce a 338cc model for the Chinese and eventually Asian markets.
The figures were posted amidst the American industry’s drop of 4.9%. There are fears of the American economy heading for another recession. Trump’s trade wars against China and the European Union will not do any favour for Harley-Davidson, either.
Will Harley ever turn around and be the juggernaut it once?
The GIVI Malaysian Adventure 2019 continues from Ipoh, Perak to Kuala Terengganu on Day Three.
The convoy covered 501 kilometres of Malaysian roads through three states.
It was heartwarming to see visitors enjoying the beauty of Malaysia.
The GIVI Malaysian Adventure 2019 continues from Ipoh, Perak to Kuala Terengganu on Day Three.
This leg was the longest of the ride, spanning 501 kilometres. While that distance doesn’t seem much for seasoned riders (there are plenty of them in the group), it’s the extremely hot and humid weather that’s got the organizers worried. Many had battled with exhaustion on the previous day’s ride and there’s a real concern that it will happen again today.
Thus, we checked out at 7.00am from the excellent Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat and were ready to roll by 8.00am. Many of us willed ourselves to leave the resort due to its amazing beauty and extremely courteous staff. It’s hoped that we would cover the majority of leg in cooler weather.
But it was a great decision to do so.
Because we were welcomed by hills covered in heavy mist from the previous night’s rain as soon as we exited the Menora Tunnel. Such sights just remind us of why we ride: Rather than viewing the scenery through a windscreen, we are actually part of the scenery when riding. (See main picture.)
The police escorts and marshals guided us safely to Xtream Craft Deco & Pottery in Kuala Kangsar.
The enterprise owner performed a demonstration on how to produce pots to the participants of the ride, then the participants took over. Of course, we ended up producing abstract art sculptures – to put it gently – which resulted in plenty of guffaws. Our handiwork will be cured and sent to us later.
We couldn’t spend too much time there, unfortunately, as we planned to arrive at our destination before dark.
We rode to the Belum Rainforest Resort at Gerik for our lunch. The resort is built into the surrounding forest and hills on an island in the middle of the Temenggor Lake. The lake, which is also known as Banding Lake, on the other hand, is man made as the catchment area for the Temenggor hydroelectric dam. The area has seen some developments lately but most of the flora and fauna are maintained.
It’s perhaps customary for us, but the convoy rode to the Banding Lake Boat House for a photography session. The beauty of the surrounding areas and the bridges which seemed to connect the outside world to the Belum Forest Reserve wowed the riders.
From there, it was a refreshing ride through the many corners along this route to the Titiwangsa Rest Area. Here, one could view part of the Titiwangsa mountain range – the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia rolling into the horizon. There were corners stacked upon corners but the only things that kept our exuberance in check were the dips and potholes in the apexes.
We kept pushing on toward the east coast. The sun was fully up by now. The Triumph 800 XR’s ambient temperature gauge showed 38oC. More and more riders could be seen standing up on their footpegs and sitting down along the way. The convoy was stopped as frequently as possible.
We were soon in the state of Kelantan. Now say what you want due to propaganda, but the locals were among the friendliest people we ever met. Kids and adults alike waved at us from the roadsides, and the men never hesitated to chat with us everywhere we stopped. the women, conversely, smiled and nodded their heads. The petrol station clerks thanked us twice for our business. And you could tell that their hospitality was genuine. Try that back in Kuala Lumpur.
Photo by Nikkasit Motographer for GIVI
Perhaps more importantly, our foreign friends were all smiles because of the hospitality they received. Imagine having ridden all day under our hot sun and humidity, and receiving sour faces by the locals.
The route we travelled was in good condition i.e. smooth and almost devoid of potholes. Or was that because the Tiger 800 XR’s suspension soaked up the patches? Thinking back, it was the latter. And thankfully, because the bike didn’t require to be muscled around despite being loaded down like a pack mule, thereby saving much energy.
Likewise, the GIVI equipment. They performed well beyond what was expected in terms of solid reliability to the point of being “invisible.” By invisible we meant that we didn’t have to worry about them at all. Our items were stored with confidence that they wouldn’t be damaged or go missing.
Anyway, we finally wound our way into the state of Terengganu, and we started seeing signboards pointing the way to Lake Kenyir.
Thankfully, the weather had started to cool by 5pm and we reached the Primula Beach Hotel along Pantai Batu Burok where the participants got their well-earned rest.
The GIVI Malaysian Adventure participants will travel over to Pulau Redang tomorrow (23rd July) for some surf, sand and sea.
The GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019 is set to be held from 26th through 28th.
There are 150 competitors from 16 countries this year.
It is the only event in the world for large capacity dual-sport motorcycles.
The GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019 is set to be held from 26th through 28th July and we’re really excited about it. We think hundreds – if not thousands – more fans are also counting down the days until the start.
The GIVI Rimba Raid series has grown to be the event among adventure and off-road motorcycle community from its humble beginnings. The brainchild of Dato’ Captain Nik Huzlan, it’s one event that dual-sport and adventure motorcycle enthusiasts look forward to each year.
Here are 10 reasons to witness this awesome event yourself. (There are way more than 10 reasons, but we wanted to keep it simple.)
1. Witness big bikes getting hammered
Surely you’ve gotten used to seeing heavyweight adventure bikes such as the BMW R 1200 GS/GS Adventure, KTM 1050/1190/1290 Adventure, Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin, Triumph Tiger 800 blasting down the highways. But have you seen them being used in the other environment they’re designed for?
We’re talking about off-road riding. Dual-purpose bikes can be ridden off paved highways and roads, hence the term. However, seeing these RM 80,000 to more than RM 100,000 bikes being bashed over rocks, “washed” in the river and sliding on gravel is something rare.
GIVI Rimba Raid provides that opportunity to not only the riders but also spectators.
2. GIVI Rimba Raid is unique
GIVI Rimba Raid is currently the only event in the world which pits men and women on heavyweight dual-purpose bikes against the off-road environment. In fact, when Capt. Nik approached the Automotive Association of Malaysia for the rulebook, they had none. Instead, it’s GIVI Rimba Raid who are now writing the rulebook.
3. Top Malaysian riders
That said, the event remains an enthusiast’s event. They are known as privateers, in other words.
However, top pro riders are starting to be drawn to joining up. One of them is Mohd. Habibullah Salleh, better known as Gabit. The 2016 FIM Asia Supermoto Champion and multiple Malaysian MX champion is the defending champion of the Open Category.
Left to right: MG, Gabit, Capt. Nik
So, this a great opportunity for Malaysians to support our rider in battling against the best of the world.
4. Top international riders
There is a total of 150 riders from 16 countries this year. Among them is Jeremias Israel, the Chilean ex-HRC (Honda Racing Corporation) rider in the Dakar Rally. He’s flown in specially by GIVI to compete in the race. He will ride the new Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE.
There is also news of Thais holding their own qualifications to determine the riders who will represent the country. The qualified riders have been practicing almost daily in preparation for GIVI Rimba Raid 2019.
5. Stiff competition
If the previous years were competitive, this year’s promises to the closest fought yet. The riders not only chase positions and prizes but are also out there to prove it to themselves that they could live up to the challenges.
6. Specially chosen course
The organizers have laid out a course to challenge the riders physically and mentally. You can be assured that it will bring out the best in human drama and emotions.
Perhaps more importantly, you can spectate all the action up close rather than being seated tens or metres away.
Do note that the course will return to its normal environmental state within months of the event.
7. Different skill levels
Since there are pros mixed with privateers, GIVI Rimba Raid will be interesting to you in terms of entertainment. It means that there will be plenty thrills and spills.
8. Great fun for the family
Got kids who are interested in motorcycles? Need to explain to your wife or girlfriend why you love bikes? Bring ‘em here! It’s all wholesome fun for the entire family and your family members will thank you for it.
9. Great setting
Forget about going to the mall every weekend. Come here to breath some fresh air and waddle in the crystal-clear stream for a change. Besides that, the location is near many other resorts that offer eco-tourism and sports. There are also many camping grounds.
10. Vendors
There will be plenty of vendors. Main sponsor GIVI will have their pavilion up, offering their latest products for every biker. The GIVI Malaysian Adventure 2019 will also make a stop at GIVI Rimba Raid for two days, so you can witness the bikes and GIVI equipment they carry.
Conclusion
GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019 is a exciting event that shouldn’t be missed by anyone, bikers and non-bikers alike.
It will be held from 26th to 28th July 2019, at the Rimba Valley Motorcamp site. Please click the map below for the location and you may refer to GIVI Rimba Raid’s official Facebook page for the latest updates.
The GIVI Malaysian Adventure 2019 kicked off yesterday, as the start of an epic ride around Peninsular Malaysia.
The participants will cover 2500 kilometres by the end on 29th July 2019.
The ride ends at GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019 on 27th and 28th July.
The GIVI Malaysian Adventure 2019 kicked off yesterday, as the start of an epic ride around Peninsular Malaysia.
The 40 participants from 16 countries will cover 2500 kilometres at the finish on 29th July 2019. They will savour Malaysia’s amazing beauty and magic along the way, including the country’s unique flora and fauna, food, hospitality and the great riding routes.
Routes take the riders through Ipoh, Pahang, Terengganu, and Melaka. From Melaka, the convoy will turn back to Janda Baik, Pahang for GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019. It will give the dealers an unprecedented view of the only large capacity adventure motorcycle race in off-road conditions.
Participants consists of GIVI’s worldwide dealers including those from all over South American, European, Asian and ASEAN countries.
The ride was flagged off from GIVI Asia’s headquarters in Bukit Beruntung, Selangor. the riders were given a factory tour by Mr. Joseph Perucca, the Overseas Operational Director for GIVI and Mr. On Hai Swee, the Managing Director of GIVI Asia. Also on hand was Dato’ Razak Al-Malique Hussein, the Chief Executive Officer of Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia who had supplied the Triumph Tiger 800 XCx, XRx and XR to the participants. Mr. Eugene Mah of Mah Pte. Ltd. also participates in the ride. His company supplied the Moto Guzzi V85TT.
The convoy will be escorted by the Royal Malaysian Traffic Police and marshals from Desmo Owners Club Malaysia (DOCM) all the way.
The entourage rode first to the leaning tower at Teluk Intan for photo opportunities and the famous Nasi Kandar Krisna on the way. They then continued riding to Kellie’s Castle outside Ipoh, before bedding down at the Banjaran Hot Springs Resort.
The resort was built into the forest, thereby preserving its natural surroundings. Hot spring water was piped into the villas.
Dinner was held in the world-renowed Jeff’s Cellar. The restaurant was built into a cave system with minimal fittings, again to not disturb the natural surroundings. We were served an 8-course western meal among the stalactites and stalagmites.
The adventure continues tomorrow (Monday) as the convoy heads to Gerik and finally, Kuala Terengganu.
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team boss Lin Jarvis says the direction for Valentino Rossi in Yamaha is different now.
Rossi’s contract ends at the end of 2020.
Whether he continues beyond 20021 will be up for discussion.
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP outfit boss Lin Jarvis dropped the bombshell during an interview with Motorsport.com. According to him, Valentino Rossi does not represent Yamaha’s future.
Rossi’s contract with the factory team ends in 2020. While Rossi is still very much revered by his fans and grudgingly respected by some of his peers, 2019 has proven to be the lowest point in his career. He had collected only 8 points from the last four races, with 3 non-finishes. He is currently behind his teammate Maverick Vinalez in the championship standings.
On the other hand, rookie sensation and satellite Yamaha rider Fabio Quartararo has exceeded everyone’s expectations.
Jarvis said that Rossi had given Yamaha four championships in 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 before switching to Ducati in 2009. That had complicated things upon his return to Yamaha.
“He (Rossi) is now in a different stage in his life and career. With all due respect, I feel that Rossi does not represent Yamaha’s future in MotoGP,” said Jarvis.
However, the team boss was quick to add that the option is open for Rossi to continue from 2021 onwards. The decision will made after bilateral discussions.
Jeremais Israel is set to rock GIVI Rimba Raid at Janda Baik 2019 on the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE.
Jeremais was a works HRC rider in the Dakar Rally.
The Scrambler 1200 XE had finished fifth overall at the recent Mexican 1000 Rally.
Chilean Dakar Rally and off-road racer, Jeremais Israel is set to rock GIVI Rimba Raid at Janda Baik 2019 on the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE.
The rider was present at Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia this morning to receive the bike and prep it. He will be using the #09 number plate in the race. Jeremais was specially flown in by GIVI to compete in Rimba Raid. He will also conduct a special off-road riding clinic tomorrow morning at Ukay Perdana.
The Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE is a true-blood off-road bike, dressed up in the classic Bonneville body. It’s inspired by the TR6 Trophy ridden by Steve McQueen and his stuntman Bud Ekins to a number of wins in the Baja 1000 Rally.
It features long-travel fully-adjustable Öhlins suspension, cross-spoke wheels, engine crash bars, under-engine skid plate, bark-buster style hand protectors as standard. The electronics are also geared towards off-road performance, although the bike rides pretty well over paved roads, too.
British stunt rider Ernie Vigil had proven the bike’s toughness and ability to duke it out with 450cc dirtbikes in the Mexican 1000 Rally recently. He finished fifth overall on a bog-stock bike.
Jeremais will also be riding a fully stock bike in GIVI Rimba Raid.
The Honda ADV 150 was unveiled at the 2019 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS).
Its design follows the 745cc X-ADV but with a number of differences.
The ADV 150 is road-biased.
The Honda ADV 150 was unveiled at the 2019 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS).
Taking inspiration from its larger, 745cc brethren, the ADV 150 features similar lines albeit in a smaller package. The large front fairing contains the dual headlamps like the bigger bike but gives the bike an unmistakable identity.
The windshield is non-adjustable. The LCD screen underneath also looks similar to the bigger bike’s. We do hope that the ADV 150 has a larger storage space than the 745. There’s LED lighting all-around.
Powering the bike is a 149.3cc, SOHC, single-cylinder engine. It produces 14.7 hp at 8,500 RPM and 13.8 Nm 6,500 RPM. The figures appear suspiciously identical to those produced by the PCX150’s powerplant. Anyway, power is sent to the rear wheel via a v-matic transmission instead of the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) found in the 745cc X-ADV.
The ADV 150 is more road-biased. As such it uses normal telescopic forks and a pair of Showa gas shocks in the rear. Another indication of its road vocation are the 14-inch front and 13-inch rear cast alloy wheels.
Will it be launched in Malaysia? It would give the Yamaha NVX 155 should it be introduced here.
