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TVS Apache RTR200 4V RACE Edition 2.0 and TVS Neo X3i Preview

The TVS Apache RTR200 4V RACE Edition 2.0 and TVS Neo X3i are the new entrants to the Malaysian motorcycle market.
TVS Motor Company Ltd. is the third largest two-wheel manufacturer in India.
BMW Motorrad and TVS developed the BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS.

The TVS Apache RTR200 4V RACE Edition 2.0 and TVS Neo X3i launched today mark a new entrant in the Malaysian motorcycles industry.

TVS motorycles are distributyed by Daju Motors Sdn. Bhd. Both bikes were assembled in Indonesia for the Southeast Asian market, but they will soon be assembled locally in Malaysia.

TVS APACHE RTR200 4V RACE EDITION 2.0 (Priced from RM 10,950)

TVS pushes this model as a lightweight performance motorcycle. The manufacturer claims that it can accelerate from 0-60 km/h in a commendable 3.9 seconds.

Key features:

Oil-cooled, 198cc, single-cylinder, race-derived O3C engine.
The engine produces 20.7 bhp at 8,500 RPM and 18.1 Nm of torque at 7,000 RPM.
Racing inspired split cradle chassis.
Race-tuned KYB monoshock.
A-RT Slipper Clutch. TVS calls it the first Anti-Reverse Torque Slipper Clutch in this category.
Dual-barrel exhaust.
Full-LCD instrument cluster.
LED front position lights.
Telescopic forks with dual control-valves.

The 20.7 bhp power output is on the high side for a 200cc single-cylinder motorcycle. It should make for a spirited ride since the motorcycle only weighs 141kg, dry.

TVS NEO X3I (Price to be released soon)

The Neo X3i is TVS’s entrant in the moped category where simplicity in maintenance is the important factor. However, the Neo X3i has a few good features that makes it stand out from the crowd.

Key features:

Air-cooled, 109.7cc, SOHC, single-cylinder Neo XR 110cc Power Engine.
A digital ignition mapping takes care of fuel delivery and combustion.
It produces 8.5 bhp at 8,000 RPM and 8.5 NM of torque at a low 4,500 RPM.
The 3,500 RPM spread between maximum torque and horsepower ought to make the engine more “flexible,” requiring less gear shifting.
The throttle includes a position sensor.
Large, body mounted headlamp.
iEcono indicator to help rider save fuel.
iCharge charging port for electronic devices.

WHO ARE TVS MOTOR COMPANY LTD.

TVS Motor Company Ltd. is the third largest two-wheel manufacturer in India. The factory has the capability of producing 4 million 2-wheelers and 120,000 3-wheelers annually.

The TVS name first shot into the limelight through a joint-venture BMW Motorrad to produce the BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS.

TVS Group has concerns in other industries such as automotive, aviation, education, electronics, energy, finance, housing, insurance, investment, logistics, service and textiles.

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Valentino Rossi Wins His Seventh Monza Rally

Valentino Rossi won his seventh Monza Rally over the weekend.
It was also his fourth victory in a row.
Rossi has proclaimed his love for rally racing since 2005.

Valentino Rossi has at last won a race in 2018 in the Monza Rally, but behind the wheels of a rally car.

He secured his seventh Monza Rally win, the fourth in a row, by beating Teemu Suninen by 1 minute 27 seconds. Rossi and his navigator/co-driver Carla Cassina won eight of the nine asphalt stages. They tied Finnish rally star Suninen for the win of the ninth stage.

Rossi didn’t win the final head-to-head “Master Show” race, however. He was beaten by compatriot and nine-time Grand Prix motocross world champion Antonio “Tony” Cairoli but a mere 0.59s.

The top four drivers of the Monza Rally drove the Ford Fiesta WRC Plus, while Cairoli was the top non-Ford finisher in fifth overall in his Hyundai I20. The Top 5 finishing order was Rossi, Suninen, Roberto Brivio (brother of Ecstar Suzuki MotoGP team boss Davide Brivio), Alessio Salucci and Cairoli.

The Italian suffered through the 2018 MotoGP without a win, so this victory must’ve been something sweet for him.

Rossi’s first foray into rally racing was in 2002 at the WRC Rally Great Britain in 2005, driving a Peugeot 206 WRC but he crashed out in the second stage.

His World Racing Championship (WRC) idol, the late Colin McRae taught him the basics of rally car control afterwards. Rossi went on to race against McRae at the 2005 Monza Rally Show. He who drove a Subaru Impreza WRC and beat McRae who drove a Skoda Fabia WRC.

Rossi also tested a Ferrari Formula 1 car in 2006 at Valencia. He eventually finished 0.5s behind Michael Schumacher on the third day. However, Rossi announced that he will continue with MotoGP. Schumacher was disappointed but supported Rossi’s decision.

Welly Sungai Buloh Appointed as Official Dealer and After Sales Service Outlet for Moto Guzzi and Aprilia!

Welly World Cycle or better known as Welly Sungai Buloh is well known for its sales and after sales support for a number of motorcycle brands.
Welly Sungai Buloh is the official dealer for Ducati and KTM Motorcycles, among others.
Adding to its portfolio, Welly Sungai Buloh is now the official dealer for Moto Guzzi and Aprilia motorcycles in Malaysia.
Besides selling Moto Guzzi and Aprilia bikes, Welly Sungai Buloh will also offer after sales support for both brands.

Welly World Cycle is a household name when it comes to buying new or used bikes and motorcycle accessories. The company is as synonymous with motorcycles as teh tarik is as synonymous with Malaysia.

Welly has been distributing big brand motorcycles for many years now, and does not just sell bikes but also has the know-how to maintain motorcycles through a well trained after sales team.

For years the company has been selling motorcycles from brands such as Ducati, Yamaha and even KTM to much success. The company has now expanded its business and is now the official dealer for Aprilia and Moto Guzzi motorcycles in Malaysia.

Welly World Cycle, or better known as Welly Sungai Buloh was appointed as official dealer for Aprilia and Moto Guzzi motorcycles recently, and will also provide after sales service for all Aprilia and Moto Guzzi owners in Malaysia.

Speaking of Welly’s appointment, Juan Chow Wee (above, left), General Manager of Didi Resources Sdn Bhd, said, “We believe in finding the correct partner as this is important as we work together to build and develop the brand and its lifestyle. Welly World Cycle has a strong proven track record in delivering the best motorcycle ownership experience to its buyers by connecting to its owners personally”.

On behalf of Welly World Cycle, Ngo Yoke Kwang (better known as Ah Kwang, above), Managing Director said, “I am really happy to welcome these two legendary brands into our company portfolio. I believe 100% in strong after sales service, and believe that before selling any motorcycle brand, I need to ensure that the appropriate after sales support is in place. With Aprilia and Moto Guzzi, I want to create strong after sales support for both brands, so my customers know that they have the right support when they buy a Aprilia or a Moto Guzzi from us.”

“A Moto Guzzi is a lifestyle motorcycle with a great build quality, with the right type of after sales support, I am confident that my customers will have a good ownership experience. As for Aprilia, it is a motorcycle that does not need any introduction. It has amazing power and performance and all it needs to be the ultimate motorcycle to own is a good after sales network, to which I am fully committed to building for Aprilia buyers who purchase their Aprilia motorcycle from Welly World Cycle,” continued Kwang, pictured above with son Kim Seng and daughter Bee who is also the Champion of the MSF Superbike Championship.

Welly World Cycle has now begun all Moto Guzzi sales with prices starting from RM56,8000 for the V7 III Stone, and RM65,700 for the V7 III Racer and more attractive prices for other models in the Moto Guzzi range. Test ride models for the V7 III and the V9 are also available.

The company, which is very much family operated and offers a comprehensive after sales service centre, is also offering a weekend ride for anyone who buys a Moto Guzzi motorcycle from Welly World Cycle before the 2019 Chinese New Year.

Welly Sungai Buloh is located at No.2135, 2136 and 2137, Jalan 3/1, Batu 13 1/2, Bandar Baru Sungai Buloh, 4700 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Welly Sungai Buloh can be contacted at 012-5191200, 012 686 1768, 012-634,7113 or 012-7448391.

Hafizh Syahrin Conferred Excellence in Sports Award

Malaysian MotoGP rider Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah was conferred the Excellence in Sports Award.
The award was presented by the DYMM Sultan of Selangor on the occasion of His Excellency’s birthday.
Hafizh Syahrin is the country’s first full-time MotoGP rider.

Malaysian MotoGP rider Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah has been conferred the Anugerah Darjah Kebesaran Bintang Kegemilangan Sukan (Excellence in Sports Award) today. However, the award does not carry the title of “Dato’.”

The award was presented by His Excellency DYMM Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Al-Haj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Al-Haj today as part of His birthday celebrations.

Hafizh Syahrin distinguished himself as the country’s first full-time MotoGP rider when he was picked to join the Monster Tech3 Yamaha MotoGP team this year. He partnered two-time Moto2 Champion, Johann Zarco.

The rider will move onto a factory KTM RC16 works MotoGP bike next year following Tech3’s move to the new camp. Partnering Hafizh is Moto2 frontrunner Miguel Oliveira.

Hafizh began racing on pocket bikes. His exploits earned him the title “King of Pocket Bikes.” He moved on to Cub Prix racing before moving to Spain for the CEV series. It was there that he picked up the “El Pescao” nickname. “Pescao” means “fish” in Spanish as the rider had always excelled during wet races.

Ducati Malaysia Offers Rebates up to 80% this Ducati Red Christmas!

Ducati Malaysia is making this holiday extra merry by offering rebates of up to 80%.
The Ducati Red Christmans Year-End Special promotions will have Ducati fans seeing 2018 out on a sweet note.
There are savings on bikes, accessories, besides promos on Desmo service and free 15-point check.

Ducati fans are in for a merry year-end treat as Ducati Malaysia is offering rebates up to 80% during the Ducati Red Christmas Year-End Special promotion.

Beginning now until 31^stDecember, customers will enjoy savings up to RM50,000 on selected Ducati bikes (exclusively for Ducati PJ customers):

The fun and versatile Multistrada 950 from only RM76,000 which comes with a free Touring Pack;
Customers can now own a Diavel Diesel at just RM115,000 onwards.The Diesel edition embodies the timeless and Diesel’s hard rock DNA, complete with a Termignoni full-system exhaust package.

Ducati Malaysia is also offering amazing storewide discounts:

Up to 70% on Ducati and Scrambler Ducati apparel until 2^ndJanuary 2019 at the official Ducati merchandise shop in Ducati PJ.
To celebrate the jolly season, customers are encouraged to take this opportunity to gift their loved ones with festive Ducati merchandise gift sets.

Additionally, Ducati fans can usher in the New Year with brand new Ducati Performance Parts and accessories (at all authorised Ducati stores and dealerships nationwide):

Up to 80% for Ducati accessories and spare parts from 10^thDecember 2018 to 13^thJanuary 2019.
Customers will also be treated to a 25% rebate for Desmo service parts as part of its pre-purchase program.
To sweeten the deal, customers with minimum spend of RM600 in a single receipt will bring home a complimentary authentic Ducati T-shirt worth RM250!

As a token of appreciation for the continuous support from Ducati fans and owners:

Ducati Malaysia will also be providing a free 15-point check at the Ducati Service Clinic Ducati Malaysia from 21^st– 23^rdDecember.
This special value added service is available from 10am to 5pm and is open to all Ducati models, including official imports and grey import bikes.

So head over to Ducati Malaysia for this great Ducati Red Christmas!

For more information, fans can visit Ducati Malaysia’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DucatiMY/ or Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/ducati_my/.

Chia Motor PJ Kawasaki Appreciation Night

Chia Motor PJ Kawasaki Appreciation Night paid homage to those who brought the team to success.
The team captured the 2018 Pirelli Malaysia Superbike Championship with rider Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman.
They had also won the Teams’ Championship.

Chia Motor PJ held a special event called Chia Motor PJ Kawasaki Appreciation Night.

The occasion celebrated their success of their rider Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman capturing the premier Superbike Category in the 2018 Pirelli Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK). The Chia Motor PJ Kawasaki team had also won the Teams’ Championship.

The event began with Chia Motor PJ’s proprietor, Keith Chia thanking the sponsors and contributors to the team. It started with Dato’ Jeffery Lim, General Manager and Director of Kawasaki Motor (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Keith mentioned that Kawasaki Malaysia had been instrumental the team’s success throughout the years. Indeed, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R was the weapon on which Azlan Shah destroyed the competition.

Next up was Kratos Motorsports Sdn. Bhd. who are the official distributor of K-Tech suspension systems in Malaysia. Kratos works hand-in-hand with Chia Motor PJ to supply K-Tech suspension solutions to motorcycle owners who demand the best in suspension technology and handling from their bikes. Azlan Shah’s racebike was fitted with K-Tech suspension components, consequently.

An award of appreciation was also handed to Bikes Republic and Moto Malaya as we covered the team’s journey through the entire 2018 Pirelli Malaysia Superbike Championship season. It was a real honour observing the professionalism of the team in carrying out their duties. Managing Editor Keshy Dillon received the award from Keith Chia.

Next up was Mr. Edmund Lim, the Director of Octo Galaxy Sdn. Bhd. Octo Galaxy is the official distributor Eurol Lubricant and products. Eurol sponsors the lubricants used in the team’s Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R.

Lastly, a special appreciation award was handed to Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman. Keith was full of respect for the rider MSBK lap record when he qualified on pole for the two final rounds. His lap of 2:07.708s was only 2 seconds away from the times recorded in the full-blown World Superbike Championship round at SIC.

Keith also iterated on how proud he is to be a Malaysian for having a team consisting of all races and religions working together to achieve the highest accolades.

Scores of Kawasaki owners showed up for the evening, too, despite the heavy rain.

The night continued with dinner, a live band and lucky draws.

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The TVS Apache RTR200 4V RACE Edition 2.0 and TVS Neo X3i are the new entrants to the Malaysian motorcycle market.

TVS Motor Company Ltd. is the third largest two-wheel manufacturer in India.

BMW Motorrad and TVS developed the BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS.

TVS APACHE RTR200 4V RACE EDITION 2.0 (Priced from RM 10,950)

Key features:

TVS NEO X3I (Price to be released soon)

Key features:

WHO ARE TVS MOTOR COMPANY LTD.

PICTURE GALLERY

Valentino Rossi won his seventh Monza Rally over the weekend.

It was also his fourth victory in a row.

Rossi has proclaimed his love for rally racing since 2005.

Malaysian MotoGP rider Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah was conferred the Excellence in Sports Award.

The award was presented by the DYMM Sultan of Selangor on the occasion of His Excellency’s birthday.

Hafizh Syahrin is the country’s first full-time MotoGP rider.

Ducati Malaysia is making this holiday extra merry by offering rebates of up to 80%.

The Ducati Red Christmans Year-End Special promotions will have Ducati fans seeing 2018 out on a sweet note.

There are savings on bikes, accessories, besides promos on Desmo service and free 15-point check.

Chia Motor PJ Kawasaki Appreciation Night paid homage to those who brought the team to success.

The team captured the 2018 Pirelli Malaysia Superbike Championship with rider Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman.

They had also won the Teams’ Championship.

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