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WD-40 appoints new Malaysian distributor

WD-40 Company (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has appointed Bun Seng Hardware Sdn Bhd as the new Malaysian distributor.

The Bun Seng Group will be in charge of sales and distribution network here in the country.

Apart from their famous blue can, they also have WD-40 Automotive Specialist for cars and motorcycles as well as the new WD-40 Bike for bicycles.

As part of their global plan to expand their brand in the Southeast Asia region, WD-40 has appointed Bun Seng Hardware Sdn Bhd as their new marketing distributor here in Malaysia. All of the sales and distribution networks will now be handled by Bun Seng Hardware Sdn Bhd to further promote all products under the WD-40 brand. (more…)

TESTED: 2017 KTM RC 390 test & review

The 2017 KTM RC 390 was introduced last year in October together with the 2017 KTM RC 250.

A lot of major updates have been integrated such as Ride-by-Wire, slipper clutch, and chassis just to name a few.

Priced at RM29,800 (basic price with GST), the 2017 KTM RC 390 is indeed a good choice for track days and weekend rides on mountain roads.

Rewind the clock back to 2014 and I’m reminded of a very different time and place. After a few years of teaching at one ‘international university’, my beloved yet very old Modenas Karisma decided to give its last breath. After years of service, the old boy just couldn’t take anymore. (more…)

Harley-Davidson Sportster Malaysia 4th Annual Run

As promised by Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya during their launch, there will be many rides and activities.
Apart for the inaugural Harley Owners Group of Petaling Jaya ride last month, the Sportster Malaysia group held their 4^th Annual Run today.
Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya welcomed the return of the Sportster Malaysia group.

30^th March 2018, Petaling Jaya – The Sportster Malaysia 4^th Annual Run got off to a great start today.

As promised by the new Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya (HDPJ) during their official launch, the Sportster Malaysia 4^th Annual Run is one of many activities to come for Harley owners. Starting from here, there will be more ambitions rides in the future.

The ride began at the Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya (HDPJ) dealership. Some 35 riders on 30 motorcycles assembled at The Gasket Alley from 7.30am. HDPJ provided a light breakfast and refreshments for the riders while awaiting the flag off.

A safety briefing was called afterwards and participants were given a explanation of safe riding techniques in the convoy, such as spacing, formation riding, hand signals, and road etiquettes They were also briefed on the route and filling points, with attention given to those bikes with the peanut tanks (8 litres). The convoy will ride through towns such as Batu Pahat on the way to their destination at the Mutiara Hotel in Johor Bahru.

The ride was flagged off at 9.30am, with the bigger bikes leading the convoy.

Have a safe ride, guys and gals!

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Suzuki Katana is making a comeback?

The Suzuki Katana name has been filed for another application at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

This shows that the Japanese manufacturer is seriously planning for the Katana comeback into the 21^st century.

We might have to be patient as more news have been circulating around the launch of the next-generation Suzuki Hayabusa.

The good folks from Suzuki have apparently registered the Katana name at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This is actually the second time they’ve done so where the first application was filed back in 2015 alongside the Gamma name. (more…)

Guy Martin is going to race again!

Guy Martin plans to re-enter the world of road racing again this year.

The 36-year-old Brit rider will be participating in the Cookstown 100 and Tandragee 100 road racing events next month.

Racing in the Forgotten Era class, Guy is going to pilot his very own classic BSA motorcycle.

To all road racing fans, this one is for you. It seems that popular racing figure Guy Martin is planning to put on his racing suit again this year. News has broken out and it has been confirmed that the 36-year-old Brit rider will be participating in the Tandragee 100 and Cookstown 100 Irish road races. (more…)

AGV unveils world’s first full carbon fibre flip-up helmet

AGV has unveiled the 2018 AGV Sportmodular, the world’s first full carbon fibre flip-up helmet.

Weighing in at just 1,295grams, the new AGV modular helmet is designed with the highest level of safety, design and functionality.

Being as safe as their top-shelf AGV Pista GP R, the helmet is priced at $749 (around RM2,896) in North America.

To celebrate their 70^th anniversary, Italian premium helmet manufacturer AGV has unveiled the world’s first full carbon fibre flip-up helmet. The 2018 AGV Sportmodular launched in the North American market was designed as the world’s new standard for the modular or flip up/flip front helmet segment that pushes the elements of safety, functionality, and comfort to a whole new level. (more…)

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WD-40 Company (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has appointed Bun Seng Hardware Sdn Bhd as the new Malaysian distributor.

The Bun Seng Group will be in charge of sales and distribution network here in the country.

Apart from their famous blue can, they also have WD-40 Automotive Specialist for cars and motorcycles as well as the new WD-40 Bike for bicycles.

The 2017 KTM RC 390 was introduced last year in October together with the 2017 KTM RC 250.

A lot of major updates have been integrated such as Ride-by-Wire, slipper clutch, and chassis just to name a few.

Priced at RM29,800 (basic price with GST), the 2017 KTM RC 390 is indeed a good choice for track days and weekend rides on mountain roads.

As promised by Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya during their launch, there will be many rides and activities.

Apart for the inaugural Harley Owners Group of Petaling Jaya ride last month, the Sportster Malaysia group held their 4th Annual Run today.

Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya welcomed the return of the Sportster Malaysia group.

PICTURE GALLERY

The Suzuki Katana name has been filed for another application at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

This shows that the Japanese manufacturer is seriously planning for the Katana comeback into the 21st century.

We might have to be patient as more news have been circulating around the launch of the next-generation Suzuki Hayabusa.

Guy Martin plans to re-enter the world of road racing again this year.

The 36-year-old Brit rider will be participating in the Cookstown 100 and Tandragee 100 road racing events next month.

Racing in the Forgotten Era class, Guy is going to pilot his very own classic BSA motorcycle.

AGV has unveiled the 2018 AGV Sportmodular, the world’s first full carbon fibre flip-up helmet.

Weighing in at just 1,295grams, the new AGV modular helmet is designed with the highest level of safety, design and functionality.

Being as safe as their top-shelf AGV Pista GP R, the helmet is priced at $749 (around RM2,896) in North America.

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Apart for the inaugural Harley Owners Group of Petaling Jaya ride last month, the Sportster Malaysia group held their 4^th Annual Run today.

This shows that the Japanese manufacturer is seriously planning for the Katana comeback into the 21^st century.