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2018 KTM 790 Duke price predicted around RM60,000?

Recent reports have indicated that the 2018 KTM 790 Duke aka “The Scalpel” will be priced around €10,000 for the European market (around RM48,432)

While the KTM 690 Duke and 1290 Super Duke R is priced at RM43,396 and RM118,000 (basic prices with GST), the 790 Duke should land somewhere in the middle of that range.

If the predictions are correct, we can expect KTM’s latest naked beast to be around the RM60,000 mark.

According to a recent report made by Asphalt & Rubber, early predictions for the 2018 KTM 790 Duke aka “The Scalpel” has quoted the amazing piece of machinery at around €10,000 for the European market. After a direct conversion, the price would be around RM48,432 which quite an attractive figure for such an outstanding middleweight. (more…)

How to clean your motorcycle using WD-40® Specialist™ Automotive products

The folks over at WD-40 have created a range of WD-40® Specialist™ Automotive products to help clean your beloved motorcycles efficiently.

It consists of a throttle body, carb & choke cleaner, machine & engine degreaser, brake & parts cleaner, belt dressing and chain lube.

The WD-40® Specialist™ Automotive range was formulated for maximum performance, efficiency and optimum cleanliness.

Ah yes, the ever reliable blue can filled with high levels of magic and wonders that is WD-40® has been long regarded as the go-to product for all sorts of tasks. From lubricating moving parts to removing sticker stains on windows, there are a lot of things you can do with a can of WD-40®. (more…)

Is the Honda EX5 cub still relevant in 2017?

After 30 years in the Malaysian market, the Honda EX5 has gained iconic status with over two million units manufactured and sold.

Their latest 2017 Honda EX5 Dream Fi 30^th Anniversary Limited Edition comes with a refreshed look and feel to further enhance the cub’s appeal for the newer generation looking for the perfect first bike.

Three decades in helping Malaysia to develop in almost every industry has helped the EX5 evolve into a bike that is still very much relevant and remarkable even in 2017.

It has been 30 years since the first ever Honda EX5 rolled out from the Boon Siew Honda factory back in 1987. In the span of three decades, over two million of these iconic cubs have been manufactured and honestly, it is without a doubt one of the country’s major moving force in almost every industry here in Malaysia. (more…)

2018 Ducati Panigale V4 price revealed! From €22,590 (RM110,182)

Ducati has revealed its 2018 Panigale V4 price range for the European market which starts from €22,590 (RM110,182).

The price moves up to €27,890 (around RM136,055) for the S model while the limited Speciale comes in at a whopping €39,900 (RM194,608).

Predicted prices for the Malaysian market would be somewhere between RM180,000 to RM250,000 for all three models.

While most of us will soon say goodbye to the last of the V-twin Ducati Panigales, the rest of the world will be rejoicing on the rebirth of the Panigale model as a V4-powered machine in the form of the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4. Launched prior the EICMA 2017 show in Milan a couple of weeks back, it is both stunning in terms of looks as well as how it sounds as you will notice in the video below. (more…)

Kawasaki Ninja series – There’s a Ninja for everyone!

The Kawasaki Ninja series is known for some of the world’s best sport bikes in the market to date.

From the entry-level Ninja 250 all the way to jaw-dropping supercharged Ninja H2R, there’s always a Ninja for anyone and everyone.

The Ninja series is heading for a serious upgrade for 2018 with the introduction of a few new models including the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX.

There are many types of riders looking for the best motorcycle to fit their every growing hunger for performance and speed. With all of the available manufacturers and models in the market, one of the most versatile bikes that’ll cater to any sports bike enthusiast is the Kawasaki Ninja series. (more…)

Wilayah International Motofest 2018 ready to roll on 23 February 2018

The launch of the Wilayah International Motofest 2018 was made official yesterday at the Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur.

The major motorcycle event will be organised by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and Kepala Kuasa Motorcycle Group (KKMG).

The three-day event will run its course from 23 to 25 February 2018 at Dataran Merdeka.

The second ever Wilayah International Motofest (WIM) was launched yesterday at the Lake Gardens KL where the organisers have confirmed that WIM 2018 will run its course from 23 to 25 February 2018. The three-day motorcycle extravaganza was inaugurated yesterday in front of over 300 bikers from across the country. (more…)

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