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2025 BMW F 900 XR Arrives in Malaysia

The 2025 BMW F 900 XR has arrived in Malaysia, with a nett selling price of RM82,500.

The BMW F 900 XR is the sport-tourer variant in the F 900 family, while the F 900 GS is the adventure type, and the F 900 R is the roadster.

Along with several visual and technical upgrades, BMW Motorrad says that the bike “delivers he perfect balance of performance and versatility for those seeking dynamic handling and long-distance comfort.”

Highlights

New torsionally rigid, upside-down telescopic forks with 43mm diameter slider tubes.
Rebound and compression damping, as well as spring preload are now adjustable.
New, 17-inch cast aluminium wheels weigh 1.8 kg less compared to the predecessor, which in combination with 0.8 kg lighter battery, contributes to an overall weight reduction of 3 kg for the model.

The addition of an engine spoiler serves to further accentuate the performance-oriented nature and improves overall aerodynamic efficiency.
Optimised aerodynamics for the front fairing, a redesigned wind deflector and hand protectors.
For greater visibility and safety, Headlight Pro is standard for the New BMW F 900 XR, while the rear has been redesigned with new function- integrated turn indicator lights.
USB-C charging port on the right-hand side of the cockpit with a maximum charging current of 2.4 A.
Heated grips.

At the heart of the New BMW F 900 XR is a high-performance 895cc, water-cooled, 2-cylinder, four- stroke inline engine, which delivers 105 hp (77 kW) at 7,500 RPM and 93
Nm of torque at 6,750 RPM.
Achieving 0-100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds, the New BMW F 900 XR promises exhilarating speed, while a top speed of over 200 km/h.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) offers added control by preventing unintentional acceleration during braking.
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro ensures safety around bends by enabling ABS-assisted braking at lean angles.
In combination with the Dynamic ESA, delivers a whole new feeling of safety while riding.

Gear Shift Assistant Pro allows for smooth, clutch-less shifting, enhancing ride comfort by enabling effortless acceleration and deceleration.
This system ensures that the rider experiences precise gear changes with minimal effort, making the bike even more responsive and enjoyable to ride.
Tyre Pressure Control (TPC) monitors tyre pressure and alerts the rider as needed.
Keyless Ride feature eliminates the need for traditional keys.
Cruise Control system adds a new level of comfort for long-distance touring.
Case holder at the rear allows for convenient attachment of luggage for touring.
The New BMW F 900 XR is available in Racing Blue/Lightwhite uni, which features a black seat, engine spoiler in Racing Blue Metallic, wheels in Racing Red and engine in Avus Black.

Financial Services

With the Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, ownership of the 2025 BMW F 900 XR starts from RM 1,158.00 per month (based on the Straight Line Financing estimates of an 90% loan on a 7-year tenure). Owners can also enjoy additional benefits with the Industry-Leading Premium Engine Oil Inclusive, Service Inclusive, and Warranty Extension Programmes by BMW Motorrad Malaysia.

The retail price (on the road, with BMW Motorrad Malaysia’s All-New 3-Year Warranty and 3-Year Roadside Assistance Programmes, without insurance) for the 2025 BMW F 900 XR is RM82,500.00.

Indian Motorcycle Returns to Malaysia

The other US motorcycle make, and no less famous, is Indian Motorcycle and they return to Malaysia.

The brand is now under the the umbrella of Spirit Lake Motor Sdn. Bhd., who are themselves a subsidiary of AFY Mobility Industries who are also the official distributor of Suzuki and MODA motorcycles.

Although the website lists all of the maker’s models, three are currently available:

Scout ABS Icon;
⁠Scout Bobber ABS;
Scout Rogue ABS.

Please visit Indian Motorcycle Malaysia’s official website at https://www.indianmotorcycle.com.my.

At the same time, the company’s official showroom is located at:

2, Lorong 51A/227A,
Seksyen 51A,
46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

The showroom is open on Mondays to Saturdays, from 9:00 am to 6.00 pm.

Indian Motorcycle is one of the oldest motorcycle brands, even pre-dating the other US motorcycle brand. Indian began in 1901 as Hendee Manufacturing Company, based in Springfield, Massachusetts. It name was subsequently changed to Indian Motorcycle Company in 1923.

The manufacturer came to prominence in the 1911 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy race, becoming the very first maker to win all first three places.

However, the company stopped operating in 1953.

In 2011, Polaris Industries acquired the brand and marketed it side-by-side with their own existing brand, Victory. Victory was later dropped as Polaris concentrated all resources on Indian.

New Colours for the 2025 Honda ADV160

Boon Siew Honda Sdn. Bhd. introduces several new colours for the 2025 Honda ADV160.

The Honda ADV160 is a small capacity, lightweight adventure scooter that has seen great sales throughout the country. These new colours refresh the model that has been sold since 2023.

There are two colour categories for this bike – one is the standard, while the other is the special edition.

Standard edition

There are two new colourways here: Matte Black, and Red, available the alongside the existing White colourway. The new colours feature sleek stripe designs to enhance the scooter’s adventure inspired look. All three three options are priced from RM13,249.00 (nett selling price, not on-the-road).

Special edition

Honda calls the special edition a more refined look for the Honda ADV160. The new colourway is called Grey as an addition to the existing Matte Green. The special edition colourways are priced from RM13,549.00 (not on-the-road) i.e. RM300.00 more.

Availability

The 2025 Honda ADV160 with refreshed colours will be available at all IMPIAN X showrooms and
authorised Honda dealers nationwide, expected from 8th May 2025.

About the Honda ADV160

The Honda ADV160 is powered by a 157cc Enhanced Smart Power Plus (eSP+) engine, delivering exceptional fuel efficiency, smoother performance, and reduced emissions through advanced combustion design and precise PGM-FI fuel injection.

Safety is at the forefront with features like Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) all designed to ensure optimum stability and rider confidence in various conditions.

Convenience and security are elevated with the Honda Smart Key, which includes an anti-theft alarm and answer-back function.

Everyday usability is enhanced with a built-in USB charger, spacious 30L luggage box under the seat, and multi-functional LCD meter for essential ride information.

Rider comfort is further refined with a two-level adjustable windshield, lower ground reach, and a large 8.1L fuel tank that supports longer, uninterrupted journeys.

Additional innovations such as the Idling Stop System (ISS) and full LED lighting round out a ride that’s not just smart and efficient but also adventure ready.

Boon Siew Honda offers two years or 20,000 manufacturing warranty, whichever comes first. For more information, please click https://boonsiewhonda.com.my/product/adv160 or visit the nearest Honda Impian X. Customers may also reach BSH via their toll-free number at 1-800-88-3993.

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All-New BMW R 1300 RT and BMW R 1300 RS Debut

As expected, every new iteration of the BMW R XXXX GS and GS Adventure will be followed by a new RT and RS, utilising the same engine. Hence, the all-new BMW R 1300 RT and BMW R 1300 RS debut in the footsteps of the R 1300 GS. (The new R 1300 R was launched two weeks ago.)

Both the R 1300 RT andR 1300 RS appear at the same time as they share most of the same components and features.

Highlights of the all-new BMW R 1300 RT

Two-cylinder boxer engine with the displacement of 1300cc, using the bore and stroke dimensions of 106.5 x 73mm.
The engine produces 143 hp at 7,750 RPM and 149.2 Nm at 6,500 RPM. It is the most powerful production BMW Boxer yet.

Completely redesigned chassis which uses a new sheet steel frame (like the R 1300 R), plus a die-cast aluminium rear frame.
The main differences between the R 1300 RT and R 1300 RS is the front suspension: The former receives the new Telelever Evo from the R 1300 GS, which isolates the handlebars from the suspension to a greater degree than before.

At the rear is the Evo Paralever which offers a stiffer connection via the suspension in the frame and a quick-release axle on the swingarm.
New 17-inch aluminium cast wheels with hollow-spoke design, reducing 1.4 kg.

Braking system includes twin front disc brakes with radially-mounted four-piston calipers.
A 10.25-inch TFT colour screen that includes integrated map navigation and a newly-developed Connectivity Hub.

Electronic rider aids include the standard Road, Rain, Eco modes and Cornering ABS.
Adding the “Riding Modes Pro” optional system which comprises additional riding modes such as ‘Dynamic’ and ‘Dynamic Pro’.

Further upgrades include Riding Assistant which comes with Active Cruise Control (ACC), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Change Warning (SWW) and Front Collision Warning (FCW).
Colours are Alpine White 3, Triple Black in Blackstorm metallic, the Racing Blue metallic, and 719 Camargue in Blue Ridge Mountain metallic.

Highlights of the all-new BMW R 1300 RS

The RS variant is the sport-touring variety in the R-series line up.
As mentioned earlier, the main difference here is the front suspension, which utilises new 47mm upside-down telescopic forks.

The new BMW R 1300 RS can be fitted with the optional sport brake system with titanium-coloured brake calipers.
A performance variant is available and this includes a more sporty suspension, short hand levers, milled and adjustable footrests, DTC-Shift, two additional sport screens, sport seat, engine spoiler and sport tyres.

Colour versions include Racing Blue metallic, Triple Black model variant in Blackstorm metallic, sport-orientated Performance variant in Lightwhite Uni, and 719 Cuyamaca variant in Brooklyn Grey metallic.

ARIIC 318 GT Launched, from RM22,888

“The scooter war in Malaysia has not ended,” thus said Asri Ahmad, the Chief Operations Officer of MForce Bike Holdings Sdn. Bhd. during the official launch of the ARIIC 318 GT, last night.

What he said was true, if not prophetic. As such, more and more scooters are now entering our market, providing buyers with a whole plethora of choices. And that is a great thing.

As the name suggests, the ARIIC 318 GT is luxury middleweight grand touring scooter, therefore offering the owner much in the way comfort when touring, and also the convenience of riding in the city.

Highlights:

330cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve engine, supplying 28 HP at 7,000 RPM and 30.8 Nm of torque at 5,500 RPM.
Notice that the maximum torque is higher than maximum power, which is a good attribute for a touring and urban motorcycle engine.

Twin 260mm front disc brakes gripped by radially-mounter four-piston calipers, with a 240mm rear disc brake, supported by dual-channel Bosch ABS.
Front tyre size is 120/70-14, while the rear is 150/70-13.

Forks are of the telescopic variety, while the rear is supported by twin shocks that are adjustable for preload.
Large sized TFT screen, with tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Front facing onboard camera.
Electrically-operated adjustable windscreen.

Underseat storage space that can accommodate two full-face helmets.
LED lighting.

Backlit switches.
Keyless ignition.

16-litre fuel tank, which could theoretically provide approximately 500 km of range, given the quoted best fuel consumption of 3 litre/100 km.

However, there is no traction control or ride mode, but those are already many great features for the selling price of RM22,888.00.

The ARIIC 318 GT is covered by a two-year, unlimited mileage warranty. It will be available at authorised MForce Bike dealers soon.

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KTM Stops Production (Again)

KTM has stopped production again – just when you thought things are looking better since their restructuring plan was approved by creditors in Febuary.

This latest round of hiatus occurred merely weeks after restarting production. KTM says it is due to lack of parts. More worryingly, full production may not resume until the end of July 2025.

According to German news outlet 1000PS, KTM has not been able to source critical parts for its bikes. It is as a result of production stopping last year, during which no new parts were ordered for around three months as it went through its financial crisis.

KTM was forced to stop production the first time around when the company went into self-administration. Hundreds of employees were also retrenched, and several racing activities were placed on the back burner.

The news of KTM pausing its production for a second time reportedly came during a video call on Thursday morning, where the brand’s CEO Gottfried Neumeister told employees: “Due to serious supply chain problems, it is impossible to continue production as planned. Stocks were only sufficient for around 4,200 motorcycles, and now there is a shortage of essential components. Production in Mattighofen will therefore be suspended until 27 July.

Not surprisingly, KTM’s attempts to restart production last month were met with caution from some suppliers. As such, some have halted further production or supplies to KTM altogether, despite KTM’s confidence in finding a solution and that production in Mattighofen could restart at full capacity.

KTM’s parent company, Pierer Mobility, faces a financing gap of around €600 million (roughly £5.1m), which needs to be raised by 23 May as part of the agreement with creditors.