Penunggang aksi lagak ngeri rasmi KTM, Rok Bagoros, telah memperagakan motosikal aksi lagak ngeri yang terkini, KTM 250 Duke 2018.
Dilengkapi dengan ke semua kelengkapan terkini untuk aksi lagak ngeri, motosikal itu tidak syak lagi adalah salah sebuah motosikal 250 Duke yang paling cantik pernah kami lihat.
Dengan kelengkapan aksi lagak ngeri ‘signature’ Rok Bagoros hinggalah ke aturcara Brembo berkembar belakang empat omboh, motosikal aksi lagak ngeri 2018 itu sedia untuk melakukan aksi-aksi yang lebih hebat lagi.
KTM’s official stunt rider Rok Bagoros has showcased his latest 2018 KTM 250 Duke stunt bike.
Covered with all of the latest parts for stunting, this baby is arguably one of the best looking 250 Duke we’ve seen yet.
From the Rok Bagoros signature stunt parts to its rear twin four-piston Brembo setup, the 2018 stunt bike is ready to stunt like never before.
One of the most popular stunt riders in the present world today has to be Rok Bagoros. The 28 year old from Slovenia has been chosen by KTM themselves as their official stunt rider and he has been pulling out all the stops with his crazy stunts and wild personality. (more…)
KTM Malaysia secara rasminya telah memperkenalkan motosikal KTM RC 250 dan KTM RC 390 2017yang dikemaskini bagi pasaran Malaysia.
Rangkaian KTM RC yang serba baru ini didatangkan dengan casis, brek, dan suspensi yang diperkemaskini, beserta dengan enjin yang ditala semula untuk agihan kuasa dan kelincahan yang optimum.
KTM Malaysia telah meletakkan harga bagi motosikal KTM RC 250 dan KTM RC 390 2017 pada harga RM22,790 dan RM29,800 (harga asas beserta GST).
KTM Malaysia has officially unveiled the updated 2017 KTM RC 250 and KTM RC 390 for the Malaysian market.
The all-new KTM RC series comes with updated chassis, brakes, suspensions and a retuned engine for optimum power delivery and agility.
KTM Malaysia has priced the new 2017 KTM RC 250 and KTM RC 390 and RM 22,790 and RM29,800 respectively (basic prices with GST).
KTM Malaysia is happy to announce that they have officially made the latest 2017 KTM RC 250 and KTM RC 390 available here at good ol’ Malaysia. The full-fairing siblings of the highly-regarded 2017 KTM 390 Duke as well as the KTM 250 Duke are now here to provide the ultimate fun on and off the track. (more…)
The Kawasaki Versys-X 250 offers the fun of adventure-motorcycling at a great price
It is also designed with features for adventure riding
It should appeal not only to beginners but also to seasoned riders
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The Kawasaki Versys-X 250 has come a long way from when adventure, adventure-touring, dual-purpose bikes that were big, tall, powerful beasts; runaways from the dunes of the Paris-Dakar Rally. Anyone remember those mighty 750cc and 900cc V-Twin DP (dual-purpose) bikes in the 90’s? Well, those were the granddaddies of adventure motorcycles.
The motorcycle class in the Paris-Dakar Rally (now Dakar Rally) had started out with competitors on smaller, single-cylinder bikes but as an arms war pushed the factories and riders to gain the upper hand against each other, the bikes became bigger and heavier, and of course more powerful. The single-cylinder, enduro-based bikes that were sold to the public and modified to race, gave way to purpose-built machines that were then sold afterwards as replicas.
However, with the increase in speed came increased number crashes and fatalities in the world’s toughest rally. That had the organisers knocking back the multi-cylinder format to single-cylinder bikes to cap the speeds, first from 690cc and to 450cc since 2011.
On the road, ironicaly, it went the other way in terms of engine capacities. Most true adventure and adventure-touring motorcycles in the market are being dominated by middleweight (750cc to 80cc) to open-class (1000cc and above) models.
The open-classers are not cheap for most motorcycle enthusiasts, unfortunately, ranging from around RM80,000. The middleweights on the other hand, are usually priced from RM50,000. Engine power range between 70bhp to 160bhp.
1. Smooth Power
Riding in the rough is not all about outright speed. Average offroad speeds are typically 30km/h, the fastest top speed being approximately 60km/h. Anything above that is for the pros, or if you’ve signed your last will and testament.
Let’s face it, most of us aren’t full-time or even part-time motocross or enduro riders.
The Versys-X 250 produces 33.5bhp and 21.7 Nm of torque, with a wet weight of 173kg, for a 5.2kg/bhp ratio. Comparing it to the Kawasaki KLX250 enduro, the KLX250 produces 23bhp and 21Nm of torque, but weighs only 136kg wet, for a 5.6kg/bhp ratio. They are actually very close to each other.
Why the lower horsepower on the KLX? Because too much speed in the rough isn’t necessarily a means to an end. Just like the big Dakar bikes of yesteryears.
For the Kawasaki Versys-X 250, beginners would appreciate it, pros would find it interesting.
Not only that, the throttle response is smooth and benign at the initial opening.
2. Controllability
Riding offroad is all about the ability to handle a bike that’s on the edge of tyre adhesion, besides being able to point it where you want it to go.
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Sure, the bigger bikes have more electronics but they are still heavier, taller and may have too much power for the rough for most riders to handle.
Smooth and predictable power delivery and throttle response is super important.
Controllability stems from acceptable power, smooth power delivery, lightness, narrowness of the bike, long-travel suspension and especially for beginners, an acceptable seat height.
3. Lightweight
The motorcycle will jump, drop, slide, squirm under you as your ride offroad. Soon, your arms, leg, back, and core muscles will start to feel “The Burn.”
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Now imagine if you’re riding a 200+kg bike while all that’s happening.
Not fun.
Your body and mind might give up soon enough, followed by a spill. Talk about putting a damper in your enthusiasm for the ride.
Let’s cite an example: This writer has ridden in ankle-deep sands in South Africa. While most participants chose the 1200cc adventure-tourers, this writer opted for a much smaller and lighter 660cc enduro. Soon, every single 1200cc rider crashed in that section except for one, but this writer got through without a single scratch. And that sand was nothing compared to the sand dunes of the Tenerife desert!
Having ridden the Versys-X 250 offroad afterwards, it’s the perfect bike for the job.
4. Slender Body
Having a narrow midsection where the seat joins the tank is an important design factor. As covered in our offroading tips article last week (click here to read), you need to stand up.
As you stand, your legs ought to be parallel to the bike’s vertical profile, instead of being splayed outwards like on a cruiser. That way, you could help to steer the bike by pushing down with your legs, or clamping onto the midsection to stabilize the bike on the faster straight sections.
The Versys-X 250 does have a narrow midsection, but there’s also a bonus.
Notice how the fuel tank slopes precipitously downwards toward to seat? That’s for the rider, especially us of Asian heights, to push our upper weight forward onto the front wheel. The sloping tank means there’s much less likelihood of it upper cutting the rider in the groin, should the bike hit a bump.
5. Long-Travel Suspension
As with adventure motorcycle convention, the Versys-X 250 has 130mm front and 150mm rear suspension travel. The front wheel is 19-inches in diameter. That combination equals a relatively spacious ground clearance of 180mm.
A long-travel suspension means there’s more “space” for the suspension to absorb hits from the ground, especially on rough “no roads” to deliver a smoother, less jarring ride for the rider.
6. Low seat-height
Although adventure bikes are generally tall, the Versys-X 250 features a low-seat height of only 815mm to accommodate beginners and us of shorter stature.
Being able to touch a foot down in while riding offroad is reassuring especially for beginners, but it’s also something which has to be done while cornering. The quicker the foot touches down means the less the bike has to lean into a corner, consequently the less chance of the tyres sliding out from underneath.
Back on the road, the lower seat height also contributes to security when the bike is at standstill or crawling through traffic.
7. Practicality
Bikes of this nature are practical and the Kawasaki Versys-X 250 is no different. But since it’s a smaller capacity bike, it has a slender profile with tall a handlebar. Coupled to its lack of weight and you have a great urban bike. Being slim with the tall handlebar means you could filter through traffic without much worry, while being lightweight means its agile.
Plus, since the bike is comparatively tall, it gives you a better field of vision ahead of the traffic all around you.
8. Touring Capability
Because the Kawasaki Versys-X 250 is an adventure bike, it has much room for luggage. Throw on a pair of GIVI panniers and a top case and voila! You’ve got yourself an adventure-tourer (just like the Versys-X 250 we reviewed here).
The liquid-cooled, four-valve per cylinder, DOHC, 249cc, parallel-Twin engine is also fuel efficient. Throughout our testing, we’ve extracted between 260 to 300km from the 17-liter fuel tank.
Top speed is a little above 150km/h and that’s fast enough for most applications.
Conclusion
In closing, the Kawasaki Versys-X 250 is the recommended for those who want to embark on the wonderful journey into adventure-riding. However, because it is practical, lightweight and agile, it should also appeal to seasoned road riders who want to try out the rough stuff. But remember that it’s also a very capable roadbike.
The enjoyment of adventure-riding shouldn’t need to be done on expensive machinery only, evidenced by the Versys-X’s wallet-friendly price tag of only RM23,789 (with GST). Truly the only kind in the Malaysian market.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valves, parallel-Twin
Displacement
249cc
Bore x Stroke
62.0 mm x 41.2 mm
Compression ratio
11.3 : 1
Fuel system
Electronic fuel injection, 28mm with dual throttle valves
Maximum power
33.1 bhp (24.7 kW) @ 11,500 RPM
Maximum torque
21.7 Nm @ 10,000 RPM
Front suspension
41mm telescopic forks
Rear suspension
Bottom-link Uni-Trak gas-charged shock, adjustable for preload
Front brakes
1 x 290 mm petal disc, 1 x balanced actuation dual-piston caliper
Menjelang 26 September 2017 ini, KTM Malaysia bakal melancarkan motosikal terbaru mereka bagi pasaran Malaysia, KTM 250 dan 390 Duke 2017.
Motosikal-motosikal ini adalah motosikal yang dinanti-nantikan di seluruh dunia dan telah pun dianggap sebagai salah sebuah motosikal naked tahap permulaan yang paling dinantikan tahun ini.
Di sini kami nyatakan beberapa sebab mengapa anda perlu berasa teruja mengenai generasi terkini KTM Duke ini.
This coming 26 September 2017, KTM Malaysia will launch their new 2017 KTM 250 and 390 Duke into the Malaysian market.
These bikes are highly-anticipated around the world and have been regarded one of the most anticipated entry-level naked bikes this year.
Here are some reasons why you should be excited about the latest generation KTM Dukes.
As we all have been informed, KTM Malaysia has big plans this coming 26 September 2017 where it has been said that they’ll be introducing the latest 2017 KTM 250 and 390 Duke into the Malaysian market. These two models have been highly awaited by many people and here are the reasons why you should be excited about the new 2017 KTM 250 and 390 Duke. (more…)
Chear Global Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of CMC motorcycles here in Malaysia has just introduced their latest 2017 CMC Ario 110 moped and CMC Italjet Buccaneer 250i cafe racer. The launch was made at the ELITE Speedway Karting Circuit in Subang Jaya, Selangor earlier this morning.
Focusing on elevating their presence in the country’s motorcycle market especially the modern classic and lifestyle bikes, the two new additions have been designed to offer superb styling at affordable prices.
2017 CMC Ario 110 – RM3,988 (basic price without GST)
The new 2017 Ario 110 has been targeted to penetrate the ever growing demand for a good low capacity moped here in Malaysia.
According to Mr Leong King Choon, COO of CMC Motorcycles Malaysia, “We are excited to have a product of good design and superior performance in its class to offer the riding community and at an affordable price tag too.”
Their latest moped option is powered by a 107cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled, Euro3-compliant engine that produces 6.4hp at 7,500rpm and 7Nm of torque at 5,500rpm. CMC claims that their new Ario 110 is able to reach a maximum speed of 110km/h which is perfect for Malaysian highways and law-abiding citizens.
With a weight of 107kg, the Ario 110 promises great fuel economy which has been paired with its small but sufficient 4-litre fuel tank. Other specs include front telescopic fork, rear hydraulic coil spring and a braking package which consists of a front disc abd rear drum setup.
The 2017 Ario 110 is priced at RM3,988 (basic price without GST). There are two colours available; Metallic Red and Black.
Together with the new CMC moped, the 2017 Italjet Buccaneer 250i cafe racer joined in the launch as well. With a very distinctive and beautiful design, we think will catch on with the modern classic motorcycle enthusiasts here in Malaysia.
“The cafe racer motorcycle remains hugely popular till today and in fact over the past few years has made a comeback, as many distributors are joining the bandwagon by offering models of similar design.”
The most interesting feature of the 2017 Italjet Buccaneer 250i has to be its 250cc, 60-degree V-twin, fuel-injected engine which churns out a respectable 17.4hp at 8,000rpm and 19Nm of torque at 6,000rpm.
The fuel tank is not only beautifully designed but also able to carry 14 litres of fuel. This means that the 2017 Italjet Buccaneer 250i is able to cover quite a distance before having to stop for a refuel.
All that power is transferred down to its rear 15-inch spoke wheel via a 5-speed manual transmission with a final chain drive setup.
The suspension package consists of a front telescopic fork and a rear monoshock system together with all-round disc brakes (280mm front, 240mm rear) for a controlled and smooth riding experience.
Those interested in getting a 2017 CMC Italjet Buccaneer 250i of your very own, it is priced at an impressive RM15,500 (basic price without GST). Three colour options are available; Yellow Gold, Black and Matte Black.
Motosikal Kawasaki Versys-X 250 2017 yang telah diperkenalkan pada awal tahun ini telah dikenali sebagai salah sebuah motosikal kembara yang paling mampu dimiliki berada di pasaran sekarang.
Pilihan yang amat unik ini telah mengisi keperluan yang sentiasa meningkat bagi segmen motosikal kembara berkapasiti kecil yang sedang mendapat permintaan yang besar.
Dinilai pada harga yang amat berpatutan iaitu RM23,789 (harga asas beserta GST), jentera dwi-sukan pelbagai fungsi ini memberikan keriangan yang hebat di atas jalan raya berturap mahu pun bertanah merah tidak mengira keadaan penunggangan.
The 2017 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 which was introduced earlier this year has been dubbed one of the most affordable adventure bikes in the current market.
This very unique option has filled the ever growing demand for the small capacity adventure bike segment which has been receiving a huge number of demands.
Priced at a very reasonable RM23,789 (basic price with GST), the multi-purpose dual sport machine allows for great fun both on and off the paved roads no matter the riding conditions.
Everyone wants a bit of an adventure in their lives. Whether it’s heading to the office during weekdays or going on weekend rides to experience some freedom from the harsh realities of the everyday life, we tend to look for that extra special bit just to make things a bit more exciting. (more…)
