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2018 KTM 790 Duke is finally here in Malaysia?

KTM Malaysia has posted something very interesting on the Facebook page regarding the 2018 KTM 790 Duke.

The KTM 790 Duke aka “The Scalpel” was expected to arrive in Malaysia within the first half of 2018.

We can expect it to be reasonably priced somewhere between RM60,000 to RM70,000

It was only a couple of months ago when we heard rumours going around that the new 2018 KTM 790 Duke aka “The Scalpel” will be made available in the Malaysian market very, very soon. It seems that it’s all true when KTM Malaysia posted this photo you see below on their Facebook page. (more…)

Limited edition 2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 Pegasus unveiled

Royal Enfield has just unveiled the limited edition 2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 Pegasus.

Based on the Classic 500, the Pegasus edition is highly-inspired by the brand’s 1930s Flying Flea and the British Army’s Parachute Regiment.

Only 1,000 units will be made and priced around £5,000 (RM26,656).

Royal Enfield has just launched their latest limited edition model yet which comes in the form of a 2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 Pegasus. This very special and very limited version of the Classic 500 is highly-inspired by the brand’s 125cc Royal Enfield Flying Flea which was built and served in World War II. (more…)

RM400 Duit Raya from Boon Siew Honda!

Boon Siew Honda (BSH) is proud to announce that they’ll be giving away a special Duit Raya gift worth RM400.

Eight selected models from the Honda EX5 Dream Fi to the Honda MSX are eligible for this offer.

Those who register their brand new bikes at JPJ from 22 to 31 May 2018 will be entitled to the RM400 Duit Raya.

Looking for a brand new motorcycle this coming Hari Raya Aidilfitri? Want to receive some Duit Raya in the process as well? Boon Siew Honda (BSH) has announced that they’ll be giving away a special Duit Raya gift of RM400 for those who purchase selected models from Honda! (more…)

Hafizh Syahrin’s MotoGP helmet – ‘Stripes of Glory’

Hafizh Syahrin’s MotoGP helmet design is all about how he is the first ever Malaysian rider in MotoGP premier class.

Called the ‘Stripes of Glory’, his X-Lite X-803 Ultra Carbon carries the Malaysian flag for the world to see.

Currently, Hafizh Syahrin is well on his way to becoming this year’s MotoGP Rookie of the Year.

It has been five rounds since national rider Hafizh Syahrin broke into the world of MotoGP. Besides his happy-go-lucky antics in the paddock, being the first ever Malaysian MotoGP rider has been described by many as a “breath of fresh air”. (more…)

Is this the world’s fastest 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260?

Ducati has possibly created the world’s fastest 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak bikes.

These two bikes will compete next month at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2018.

Some modifications include OZ Racing magnesium wheels, custom Termignoni exhaust, special Ohlins suspensions, and more.

For this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, Ducati is ready to get things going with more than just a normal bike with a normal rider. In order to reclaim the King of the Mountain title, Ducati has essentially created the world’s fastest 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 specifically for Pikes Peak. (more…)

Official Prices of BMW Motorcycles with 0% GST

BMW Motorrad Malaysia has released their official prices with 0% GST.
The reduction in prices will see prices being even more attractive than they already are.
The prices are basic selling prices with 0% GST but not on-the-road.

We had speculated earlier that BMW Motorrad Malaysia will revise the prices of their new motorcycles with the onset of 0% GST beginning 1^st June 2018. We have just received the official prices from BMW Motorrad Malaysia.

Please refer to the price list below.

As expected, prices will be reduced across the board, but what is interesting to see are the popular models such as the G-, F-, R-, and S-Series models. The prices will be even more attractive than they are currently. However, if there are many other models to choose from BMW Motorrad’s extensive line-up.

For example, the C-Series “Urban Mobility” super-powered maxi scooters. At the heart of these “babies” are the 647cc, 2-cylinder engine which punches out 60 bhp of power and 63 Nm of torque, with a top speed of 180 km/h.

A little further up the scale and you’ll have the R nineT “Heritage” family, which consists of five variants to choose from, including the ultra-sexy R nineT Racer and the utilitarian R nineT Urban GS.

On top of it all (S 1000 RR HP4 Race notwithstanding) is the K-Series of full-dress luxo tourers, including the new K 1600 B (Bagger). Being tourers, they may be large but we’ve discovered the joy of riding them as they could be ridden like much smaller bikes. Trust us, we did it on the K 1600 GTL in the chaotic Penang rush hour traffic.

Adding to the price revision is the unwavering quality and reliability of these German bikes, plus the excellent level of aftersales service one would receive, synonymous with the premium brand of motorcycles.

Please visit BMW Motorrad Malaysia’s official Facebook page for more information.