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Brad Binder Joins Red Bull KTM Tech 3 in MotoGP 2020, Hafizh Syahrin is Out

Red Bull KTM Tech 3 confirmed today that Brad Binder will move up to the MotoGP team in 2020.
He will replace Malaysian rider Hafizh Syahrin.
There is currently no word on Hafizh’s future ride.

Red Bull KTM Tech 3 confirmed today that South African rider Brad Binder will join the MotoGP team in 2020, while Malaysian rider Hafizh Syahrin is out.

Binder was the 2016 Moto3 champion on a Red Bull KTM and promoted to the Moto2 class for this season. Although the Moto2 team is suffering, Binder has distinguished himself by finishing on the podium twice in a row. He put in an especially extraordinary run in the last German Grand Prix at Sachsenring by charging to a second-placed finish from 19^th on the grid.

He will be the first South African to compete in the premier class, partnering his old Moto2 teammate Miguel Oliveira.

This month has been speculated for months, following Hafizh Syahrin’s unfortunate form. He has struggled to gel with the KTM RC16 throughout the season hence finishing at the bottom of the field consistently. Although we are saddened by this news, we understand that racing is a business.

There are rumours that Hafizh will step back into Moto2. However, there is no word in which team. He may step onto Binder’s Red Bull KTM Moto2 or the Petronas Sprinta Racing Team, which is now without a full-time rider following Khairul Idham Pawi’s injuries.

LEGO Creator Expert Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, Not For Your Kids Only

The LEGO Group revealed its latest LEGO Creator Expert Harley-Davidson Fat Boy model.
The model features 1,023 pieces and measures 20 cm high, 18 cm wide and 33 cm long.
There are moving and working parts on the model.

The LEGO Group revealed its latest LEGO Creator Expert Harley-Davidson Fat Boy model that will cruise into LEGO Stores globally on August 1, 2019.

Developed in collaboration with Harley-Davidson, this detailed LEGO interpretation of the iconic Milwaukee motorcycle captures the beauty of the real-life machine with finishes, surfaces, and design elements crafted to replicate the full-size Harley-Davidson Fat Boy. Featuring 1,023 pieces, the model comes complete with solid-disc wheels, teardrop fuel tank, integrated speedometer, and dual exhaust pipes.

The finished model measures over 20 cm high, 18 cm wide and 33 cm long and features several moveable parts for owners to engage. Spinning the rear tyre will the Milwaukee-Eight engine with moving pistons and dual exhaust pipes, spring to life. Turn the handlebar, move the gear shift and brake levers, and flip down the motorcycle’s kickstand for easy parking. Finished with an authentic dark red and black color scheme with Harley-Davidson logos on each side reflective of the 2019 Fat Boy motorcycle’s Wicked Red paint scheme, it’s a perfect display centerpiece for any home, office, or anywhere to channel the inspiration to ride.

“Bringing this Harley-Davidson motorcycle to life in brick form is incredibly exciting,” said Mike Psiaki, Design Master at LEGO Group. “The model truly captures the iconic design, advanced engineering and attention to detail of this iconic motorcycle, offering an immersive building experience and a unique collector’s item for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts and LEGO fans of all ages.”

“It’s been exceptionally exciting for Harley-Davidson to collaborate with the LEGO Group – another brand that champions creativity and expression,” said Heather Malenshek, Chief Marketing Officer at Harley-Davidson. “Not only do we want customers to be inspired by the end result, we want them to enjoy the building process.”

“The authenticity of Harley-Davidson design comes by sweating the details from start to finish.” said Brad Richards, Vice President of Styling & Design, Harley-Davidson. “We looked at every nut and bolt on the bike, all the finishes, and every small detail. Working with the LEGO team on this project allowed us to bring that same attention to detail to a collaborative product, and to celebrate a brand that inspired the imagination and creativity of many of us at Harley-Davidson from a young age, including myself.”

To celebrate the launch, LEGO Master Builders created a life-size model of the motorcycle, complete with silver coated parts, Wi-Fi animation control, sound and light effects to imitate a real Harley-Davidson Fat Boy and 6,000 special LEGO elements. The extraordinary creation took 865 hours to build, is made of 69,569 pieces and will be on display at select LEGO stores and Harley-Davidson events for fans to see.

The LEGO Creator Expert Harley-Davidson Fat Boy model is available directly from LEGO Stores and shop.LEGO.com exclusively for LEGO VIP members beginning July 17, 2019, with general public availability beginning August 1, 2019.

As for us, we cannot wait until it gets here.

Shell Malaysia “Anda Beli, Kami Derma” Raya Charity Campaign Raises RM 1.92 Million

The recent Shell Malaysia “Anda Beli, Kami Derma” Raya Charity campaign raised a total of RM1.92 million.
It was the fifth year of such campaign, which ran between 30 May to 8 June 2019.
Mastercard also joined Shell Malaysia this year in contributing to the funds.

The Shell Malaysia “Anda Beli, Kami Derma” Raya Charity campaign raised a total of RM1.92 million. In its fifth year, the campaign ran for ten days between 30 May 2019 to 8 June 2019 in an effort to spread the spirit of caring and sharing during the balik kampung season.

During the campaign period, Shell donated 1 sen (RM0.01) for every litre of Shell fuel pumped and 1 sen (RM0.01) for every RM1.00 spent at Shell SELECT stores to the National Cancer Society Malaysia, Food Aid Foundation, and Malaysian Nature Society. Mastercard joined this effort as a valued partner for the second consecutive year and contributed 1 sen (RM0.01) to the Food Aid Foundation for every litre of Shell fuel pumped and every RM1.00 spent at Shell SELECT stores paid for with any Mastercard credit or debit cards.

ShellMalaysia’s‘Anda Beli, Kami Derma’campaign raised a total of RM1.92milfor three (3) organisationsthis year –The National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Food Aid Foundation, and Malaysian Nature Society.Photo 2-From L to R:1. Mr. I.S. Shanmugaraj, Executive Director of Malaysian Nature Society2. Dr. Muralli, Medical Directorof National Cancer Society of Malaysia3. Yang Berbahagia Datuk Muez Abd.Aziz, Secretary General, Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA)4. Shairan Huzani Husain, Managing Director of Shell
Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd and Shell Timur Sdn Bhd5. Devesh Kuwadekar, Vice President and Head Market Development, Mastercard 6. Rick Chee, Founder of the Food Aid Foundation7. Hayati Ismail, Operations Director of the Food Aid Foundation

This year, motorists were given the option to donate to the organisation of their choice. Additionally, Shell’s agencies and partners came together to support this initiative through contributions in the form of media advertising and resources.

Shairan Huzani Husain, Managing Director of Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn. Bhd. and Shell Timur Sdn Bhd applauded the collection this year and shared, “We are once again humbled by the generosity and support of our Malaysian motorists, in helping us raise a total of RM1.92mil for the organisations in just 10 days. We wish to thank all our customers and partners for contributing to this cause. In line with our mission to make life’s journeys better for all Malaysians, we hope this initiative will continue to inspire others to extend a helping hand for those who are in need.”

Photo 3-From L to R:1. Zharin ZhafraelMohd,National Sales Manager of Shell Malaysia2. Dr. Muralli, Medical Director of National Cancer Society of Malaysia3. Yang Berbahagia Datuk Muez Abd.Aziz, Secretary General, Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA)4. Shairan Huzani Husain, Managing Director of Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd and Shell Timur Sdn Bhd5. Devesh Kuwadekar, Vice President and Head Market Development, Mastercard5. Rick Chee, Founder of the Food Aid Foundation6. Mr. I.S. Shanmugaraj, Executive Director of Malaysian Nature Society

Perry Ong, Country Manager of Malaysia and Brunei, Mastercard said, “This partnership has been instrumental in encouraging Malaysians to use cashless payments for their everyday purchases, while at the same time, giving back to the community and impacting the lives of the less privileged. Contributions made through this campaign will support local causes, including the provision of meals for children in need. Driven by its philosophy of ‘doing well by doing good’, Mastercard is committed to collaborating with partners like Shell who share the same philosophy.”

The continuous support and generosity of Malaysian motorists has encouraged Shell to run this campaign annually to impact more lives. In the spirit of caring and sharing, the funds collected from this year’s ‘Anda Beli, Kami Derma’ campaign will go towards supporting the organisations’ efforts in building a brighter future for the communities they serve.

For more details, please visit: www.shell.com.my/CSR

GIVI Explorer Adventure Comes to Malaysia This Year!

The GIVI Explorer Adventure will be held in Malaysia this year.
Called the GIVI Malaysian Adventure, participants will ride from 20^th to 29^th July, covering 2500 km of Peninsular Malaysia.
The ride includes witnessing the GIVI Rimba Raid 2019 at Janda Baik, Pahang.

Called the GIVI Malaysian Adventure, the prestigious ride comes to our beautiful Malaysia this year. For 10 days from 20^th to 29^th July, the convoy consisting of worldwide GIVI dealers and riders will enjoy the best of what this amazing country has to offer.

The adventure is also held conjunction with GIVI Asia Sdn. Bhd.’s 25^th Anniversary in Malaysia. As such the event will begin from GIVI Asia’s headquarters and factory in Bukit Beruntung, Selangor. It is here that most of GIVI’s polymer motorcycle cases are made. The participants will tour the facilities prior to the flag off.

Participants will ride a host of motorcycles including the Triumph Tiger 800 XC and XR variants, the new Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC and XE, Ducatis, Moto Guzzis and Kawasakis.

Particular attention is given to the Scrambler 1200 XE as one of the riders will race it in the GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019.

The adventure’s itinerary includes riding to Malaysian landmarks such as the leaning tower in Teluk Intan, Kelly’s Castle, Belum Rainforest and Temenggor lake, Pulau Redang, before heading back to the historic city of Melaka to visit A’ Famosa, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Stadthuys, Jonker Walk among others.

From Melaka, the convoy heads to Janda Baik, Pahang for the GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019.

You are welcome to witness the international event. It will be held from 26^th to 28^th July at the Rimba Valley Motorcamp (please see the map below).

The adventure will end at Genting Highlands on 29^th July.

We have participated in the GIVI Explorer Adventure on two previous occasions: South Africa in 2015; Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam in 2017. Apart from those, the adventure had covered the Patagonia region in Chile, Colombia, and Morocco last year.

The GIVI Golden Triangle Adventure in 2017

While it may seem like vacations in exotic places (indeed, the bywords for the ride are “Explore, Enjoy”), the GIVI Explorer Adventure is the rolling test lab for the company’s new products. This is about taking R&D onto the road, in the real world, before they are further refined, manufactured and finally sold to bikers like you and I. Thus, the GIVI Explorer Adventure is an important event.

So see you on the road!

Malaysian Customs Dept May Confiscate Your Helmet

The Malaysian Customs Dept may confiscate your helmet at points of entry.
It is to stop non-regulated helmets entering the country and made available for sale.
We called the Customs Dept for clarification; details below.

Our friends at Ministry of Superbike posted a picture at a Malaysian airport regarding motorcycle helmets. The Malaysian Customs Dept and JPJ (Road Transport Ministry of Malaysia) are working together on this new ruling.

The poster warned that helmets imported and brought into Malaysia without the UN R22 (ECE22.XX) or SIRIM MS1 standards will be confiscated.

This helmet has a SNELL print but is also a SIRIM MS1 sticker, so it’s okay

BikesRepublic.com made a few (urgent) calls to the Customs Dept. regarding this matter. That’s also because we bring our own helmets and riding gear for overseas test rides.

Firstly, the Customs Dept. recommends that Malaysians leaving the country with a helmet or two to declare the items. We may do so at the Customs office at points of disembarkation.

That’s because we may have a hard time convincing the officers that it was our personal helmet(s) that we brought overseas in the first place. We’ll have to pay a Customs Duty if we couldn’t convince them otherwise.

Secondly, for Malaysians, if we are question regarding a helmet in a box, it needs to comply with the said regulations, even if it’s for personal use. For example, it’s a DOT certified helmet with no other certifications. It will be confiscated if you did not seek prior permit from JPJ. (Due to suspicion of importing it for sale.)

Thirdly, if you are a foreigner travelling to Malaysia with a helmet that doesn’t meet those regulations, make sure it is for personal use. If you bring one together with a box, you may have it detained while seeking approval from JPJ or confiscated outright.

So please bear these points in mind lest you have your MotoGP star autographed helmet end up in the bin at the airport.

These steps by the ministries involved have been a long time coming, since many irresponsible parties have been illegally importing helmets that do not meet Malaysian safety regulations.

You may also reach the Malaysian Customs Department’s enquiry hotline at 1-300-888-500.

German Court Rules Sikh Bikers Are Not Exempt from Wearing Helmets

A German court judge ruled that Sikh bikers in the country must wear helmets.
The decision was in response to an appeal for Sikh bikers to continue riding in their dastaar.
The judge cited safety concerns.

A German court has decided to rule that Sikh bikers are not exempt from the country’s helmet laws.

The ruling was in response to a Sikh man’s appeal that a helmet could not fit over his dastaar (the traditional turban worn by Sikhs).

Federal Administrative Court of Leipzig judge Renate Philip said that the law does not excuse a motorcyclist not wearing a helmet on grounds of religion. He also added that a helmet protects the rider and avoid head trauma. Additionally, riders who do wear helmets can assist others in accidents.

Several countries have exemptions for wearing a motorcycle crash helmet. Malaysia is one among other countries which includes India, the United Kingdom, et al.

Similar appeals have been made by the Sikh biker community in Australia in 2017, where even cyclists are required to wear helmets.

Over in the United States of America, the New York Police Department (NYPD) ordered the Sikh Motorcycle Club members to wear helmets during the Sikh Day Parade in 2017, although they rode a slow, parade pace. The club members decided to park their motorcycles and parade by foot. They cited that it served as a great way to educate children on riding with helmets.

Source: RideApart

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Red Bull KTM Tech 3 confirmed today that Brad Binder will move up to the MotoGP team in 2020.

He will replace Malaysian rider Hafizh Syahrin.

There is currently no word on Hafizh’s future ride.

The LEGO Group revealed its latest LEGO Creator Expert Harley-Davidson Fat Boy model.

The model features 1,023 pieces and measures 20 cm high, 18 cm wide and 33 cm long.

There are moving and working parts on the model.

The recent Shell Malaysia “Anda Beli, Kami Derma” Raya Charity campaign raised a total of RM1.92 million.

It was the fifth year of such campaign, which ran between 30 May to 8 June 2019.

Mastercard also joined Shell Malaysia this year in contributing to the funds.

The GIVI Explorer Adventure will be held in Malaysia this year.

Called the GIVI Malaysian Adventure, participants will ride from 20th to 29th July, covering 2500 km of Peninsular Malaysia.

The ride includes witnessing the GIVI Rimba Raid 2019 at Janda Baik, Pahang.

The Malaysian Customs Dept may confiscate your helmet at points of entry.

It is to stop non-regulated helmets entering the country and made available for sale.

We called the Customs Dept for clarification; details below.

A German court judge ruled that Sikh bikers in the country must wear helmets.

The decision was in response to an appeal for Sikh bikers to continue riding in their dastaar.

The judge cited safety concerns.

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Called the GIVI Malaysian Adventure, participants will ride from 20^th to 29^th July, covering 2500 km of Peninsular Malaysia.