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2018 Ducati Panigale V4 gets TWO recalls

Ducati North America has issued two recalls for the latest 2018 Ducati Panigale V4.

All 692 units of the V4, V4 S, and V4 Speciale are affected by two issues related to its fuel breathing system and fuel tank cap.

Both recalls have been issued urgently as they may increase the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from the United States of America has issued not one but two different recalls for the latest and one of the most highly-anticipated motorcycles to date, the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4. (more…)

Honda RS150R owners organised GombaKing Ride Silaturrahim to Perak

One of Selangor’s very own Honda RS150R owners club, GombaKing, organised the GombaKing Ride Silaturrahim to Perak yesterday.

Over 130 Honda RS150R owners from Selangor and all over Perak gathered at Ngee Fatt Motors Enterprise Sdn Bhd.

The gathering’s goal was to create new friendships between Honda RS150R owners from different states here in Malaysia.

As most of us took the time to rest, relax, and catch up with ourselves during yesterday’s Labour Day, a bunch of Honda RS150R owners took the opportunity to organise a ride up North to meet up with some of Perak’s finest Honda RS150R state clubs. Known as GombaKing, their goal was to strengthen the bonds with the Perak Honda owners’ factions with their exemplary hashtag, #CariKawan (#FindFriends). (more…)

2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R caught testing

Some spy shots of the 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R have made their way onto the Internet.

Apart from a few styling cue updates, the new 2019 model can be seen sporting a reworked chassis and exhaust system.

Expect the new 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke R to be launched at the end of the year during EICMA.

KTM’s top of the line super naked machine that is the KTM 1290 Super Duke R is heading towards some serious upgrades set for its next upcoming generation. For 2019, it’s more than just styling updates for the already “Super Hooligan” 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke R. (more…)

2018 HJC CL-17 Hulk & Punisher II unveiled

HJC Helmets has unveiled two brand new 2018 HJC CL-17 Hulk and CL-17 Punisher II helmets.

The Hulk design is a brand new addition whereas the Punisher has been refreshed with a new design.

The CL-17 Hulk and Punisher II are priced at $199.99 each (around RM784) for the US market.

HJC Helmets has released their latest additions to their ever-growing line-up of Marvel helmets and you might want to pay attention to these ones before one of them gets angry. Check out the new 2018 HJC CL-17 Hulk and HJC CL-17 Punisher II. (more…)

Dainese launches new retro Speed Leather jackets

Dainese has unveiled their latest Speed Leather range called the Dainese Settantadue of “72”.

Three leather jackets are offered which comprises of their history in producing leather suits from the 1970s and combining them with the latest technology.

The Freccia 72, Toga 72, and Rapida 72 are priced from £449.95 to £529.95(RM2,426 to RM2,856) for the UK market.

The folks over at Dainese have launched their latest retro Speed Leather range called the Dainese Settantadue or Dainese 72. They’ve basically gone back to the golden age of Dainese riding wear for racing and unveiled a contemporary version for the modern day and age. (more…)

MotoGP: Should Marc VDS switch to Yamaha or Suzuki?

Marc VDS is currently caught in choosing between Yamaha and Suzuki as the main machinery for their 2019 MotoGP season.

The move has been sparked by Tech 3 who has confirmed their switch to KTM next season.

Both Yamaha and Suzuki are looking into running satellite teams to speed up their bikes’ development.

It was only last month when MotoGP Tech 3 team announced their switch of machinery from Yamaha to KTM for the year 2019. This monumental shift in the grid has caused quite a stir and it looks like it’s the beginning of many more changes to come. (more…)

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