Five high-powered motorcycles got into an accident on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway at the KM26.5 (Kuala Lumpur bound) around 1.45 pm, today.
The incident caused a massive eight kilometres crawl after the right lane remained closed as of 2.30 pm, said Selangor Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department director Datuk Norazam Khamis.
“Six firemen along with a fire tender from the Selayang Fire and Rescue Department rushed to the scene.
“Upon arrival, they were informed of a fire involving a motorcycle that was completely burnt due to an accident.
“It was understood that five people were involved in the accident. One of them suffered burns,” he said in a statement today.
Earlier, several videos of the incident went viral online. Reports also suggest that the accident involved four BMWs S 1000 RR and one Honda CBR1000RR.
Just a couple of weeks ago, BMW Motorrad announced the update to its R 1250 R roadster, and similar upgrades are coming to the R 1250 RS, as expected.
The BMW R 1250 RS gets a similar upgrade to the R 1250 R roadster, including new LED turn indicators.
The R 1250 RS is now equipped with Dynamic Brake Control as standard.
Also similar to the roadster, the RS retains a similar design from last year’s model apart from the new colour scheme and LED turn indicators.
Nonetheless, the bodywork and chassis on the 2023 model remain the same.
There are no changes to its engine, with the R 1250 RS featuring the same air/liquid-cooled 1254cc boxer with ShiftCam technology that makes 136hp @ 7,750rpm and 142Nm @ 6,250rpm.
Electronically, the 2023 R 1250 RS is equipped with Dynamic Traction Control, ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control, that now comes as standard.
Other notable improvements for 2023 include a new ECO mode joining the already available Ride and Rain mode.
Meanwhile, the TFT instrument display offers a ‘Sport’ mode that features real-time data of the R 1250 RS that includes electronic interventions and lean angles.
As usual, a host of accessories are available for the R 1250 RS, including heated seats for riders, pillions, and heated grips.
BMW’s low-profile roadster, the R 1250 R, gets a few nice upgrades for 2023.
BMW Motorrad has given a much-needed electronic upgrade for the R 1250 R roadster.
The 2023 R 1250 R continue to make 136hp and 142Nm.
The BMW R 1250 R might not be the most popular model in the Bavarian family portfolio, but it certainly lives up to expectations thanks to the boxer twin engine.
Ensuring the bikes remain relevant for the new year, the R 1250 R has received a significant electronic upgrade.
That said, the 2023 BMW R 1250 R now features Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Brake Control and BMW Motorrad ABS Pro as standard.
In addition, BMW added a third riding mode, Eco, to the bike’s existing Road and Rain modes.
However, the best upgrade introduced to the R 1250 R is ABS Pro, allowing riders to take corners confidently on a fairly heavy motorcycle.
Last but not least, the 2023 R 1250 R is also equipped with LED turn signals.
Nonetheless, riders can also choose to upgrade the R 1250 R with some optional features, including an adaptive turning headlight, a fancy passenger seat cover and spoked wheels.
Also, the 2023 BMW R 1250 R comes in two different colourways; Ice Grey with Triple Black and Style Sport Racing Blue Metallic.
Mechanically, the 2023 BMW R 1250 R continue to make 136hp @ 7,750rpm and 142.3Nm @ 6,250rpm.
BMW has updated its flagship M 1000 RR homologation-special superbike for 2023.
2023 M 1000 RR gets new bodywork and aerodynamics.
The M 1000 RR now achieved better front and rear grip.
The WorldSBK machine gets extensive wind tunnel testing for 2023 which resulted to a higher max speed without increasing the 999cc inline-four power output that continue to pumps out 205hp and 112Nm.
As such, BMW is confident the M 1000 RR will be at the front of 2023 racing calendar.
“We have achieved an engineering masterpiece in the aerodynamic development of the M RR due to our unwavering ambition, total passion and technical finesse.
“Thanks to countless hours in the wind tunnel as well as in road tests, we were able to considerably increase the top speed with unchanged engine output and at the same time significantly increase the downforce, also when banking in corners.
“Our development work will be rewarded with racing success,” said Project Manager Christian Gonschor.
The 2023 M 1000 RR is able to achieved the new mark thanks to a taller windscreen and a redesigned carbon-fiber fairing that boost the aerodynamic aspect of the motorcycle.
BMW also completely revised the aero winglets to improved tire contact with close to 22.6kg of downforce created at 298km/h and 5.7kg at 150km/h.
Also new on the 2023 M 1000 RR is the introduction of MotoGP-derived carbon-fiber air cooling ducts that’s integrated into the front fender and fork guards.
BMW claimed that the air ducts is capable to reduce the temperature of the radially-mounted M brake callipers by 10-degrees celsius.
Meanwhile, the M Competition Package inclides GPS laptrigger, DLC-coated M Endurance chain, clear anodized swingarm and more carbon fibre components.
BMW has officially unveiled the all-new 2023 BMW M 1000 R just weeks after its trademark filings were submitted in Europe.
The M 1000 R makes 205hp and 112Nm.
Features wider handlebar, taller peak torque and unique electronic package.
The roadster/hypernaked machine is the second M-branded motorcycle introduced by BMW after the M 1000 RR.
While the M 1000 R makes used of the M 1000 RR 999cc powertrain, the engine has been reworked to provide a higher peak torque from 10,000rpm to 12,000rpm.
As a result, the engine is now quieter and with a higher redline of 14,600rpm,well over the S 1000 R’s 12,000rpm limit.
The M 1000 R also features shorter gear ratios in 4th, 5th and 6th gear and shorter rear sprocket than the S 1000 R.
Also fitted as standard on the M 1000 R is BMWs Shift Assistant Pro, allowing an up-and-down clutchless shifts and can be adjusted from conventional gear to GP gear.
Electronically, the M 1000 R gets several riding modes including Rain, Road, Dynamic and Race with the addition of track-centric Race Pro 1, Race Pro 2 and Race Pro 3.
Other electronic features inlcude Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with 6-axis sensor and lean angle sensor. The DTC package includes wheelie-limitation function, pit lane limiter, launch control and hill-start control (HSC).
Of course, the most notable aspect of the new M 1000 R is the existence of aero winglets on the side panels.
BMW claimed that the winglets are not purely for aesthetic purposes but also adds 10kg of downforce at 218km/h.
The M 1000 R is suspended by an all-black 45mm upside-down fork (preload/compression/rebound adjustable) with 119mm of travel and a rear shock with 116mm of travel.
In addition, BMW also threw in the Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) (electronic suspension) as standard.
Braking is done with twin 320mm steel disc mated to a 4-pot callipers up front and single 220mm steel disc with aluminium single-piston floating callipers at the rear.
That said, ABS Pro comes as standard including Brake Slide Assist that allow riders to slide the M 1000 R into the turns.
Meanwhile, information is delivered to the rider via a 6.4-inch TFT instrument display with customizable display options.
Should you think the M 1000 R need more juice, BMW is offering the M Competition Package which includes the M GPS Laptrigger suite, carbon wheels, front and rear fenders, tank covers and a carbon chain guard.
You might not be familiar with the Loncin brand, but it is the firm responsible for manufacturing the engine for BMW’s C 400 X, C 400 GT, F 850 GS, F 900 R and F 900 XR.
Loncin to roll out Voge 900DS adventure motorcycle in November.
The Voge 900DS features a similar powertrain to BMW’s F 900 XR, producing close to 100hp and 92Nm.
Loncin and BMW have been working together for years now, similar to CFMOTO’s partnership with KTM.
*BMW F 850 GS
That said, it took a while for Loncin, through its premium Voge brand, to work on its own motorcycle range using the BMW-commissioned engine.
However, things are about to change as Voge is scheduled to introduce an adventure-type motorcycle, dubbed the Voge 900DS, soon.
The Voge 900DS – presumably refers to as Dual Sport – is like to share the same parallel-twin engine as the F 900 XR. While further details regarding the powertrain remain scarce, it’s almost sure to be an 895cc parallel-twin unit.
Having said that, it is likely to produce close to 100hp and 92Nm, similar to the BMW F 900 XR.
Looking at the leak photos, the Voge 900DS looks inspired not just by the F 850 GS bodywork but also by some aspect of Triumph’s Tiger 900 range, specifically the front fascia.
Nonetheless, it looks well-built, and the slim subframe gives off an aggressive and rugged look.
While not much is disclosed regarding the new motorcycle, the Voge 900DS is expected to break cover at EICMA in November.
BMW’s latest scooter, the CE-04, might be the most advanced electric scooter ever built, yet it’s still not enough to avoid a recall due to a faulty horn bracket.
BMW issued a recall for the firm’s electric scooter, the CE-04.
A faulty horn bracket could affect the motorcycle steering system.
If you think the issue is minor, think again because should the horn’s bracket loosen over time, the component could fall off and lead to a steering lockup when the operator turns to the left.
This is because the CE-04’s horn is tucked under the motorcycle’s front end.
Nevertheless, CE-04 owners are advised to contact the nearest dealership and make appointments to replace the affected components.
Powering the CE-04 is a permanent-magnet liquid-cooled synchronous motor capable of producing 42hp @ 4,900rpm and 62Nm @ 1,500rpm.
Thanks to a sizeable 8.9kWh battery, the CE-04 can hit a max range of 130km.
Other notable features include:
full LED headlight
10.25-inch TFT instrument cluster
keyless ride
three riding modes
BMW Motorrad ABS
electronic reverse
ventilated storage compartment with USB Type-C
The CE-04 is currently unavailable in Malaysia but is on sale in America for a recommended price of USD11,795 (RM54.8k).
BMW Motorrad has officially announced the new 2023 BMW S 1000 RR.
2023 BMW S 1000 RR gains major styling updates including M 1000 RR-inspired winglets.
New for 2023 includes revised electronic package and higher horsepower.
The most notable change in the 2023 model year is the appearance of the M 1000 RR-inspired winglets at the front. According to BMW, the winglet adds up to 10kg of downforce at high speed.
Although the winglets are not as big as the M 1000 RR, which contribute to 16kg of front-end downforce, the new piece puts the 2023 S 1000 RR on par with the rest of the litre bike in its segment.
However, the 2023 S 1000 RR not only features styling updates and a lot of changes underneath the skin, including a revised chassis and a tweaked engine.
Despite retaining the same frame from the previous generation, BMW claimed that 2023MY allows for more flex due to adding more holes in the die-cast alloy frame.
Also new for 2023 is the steering-head angle, now sitting at 23.6 degrees rather than 23.1 degrees. The wheelbase is now longer, from 56.7-inches to 57.4-inch.
Interestingly, BMW’s adjustable swingarm pivot, previously available on the M Chassis Kit, is now standard on the new S 1000 RR.
BMW also added a new height-adjustable linkage for the rear shock and revised the wheel bushings and brake to allow for a faster tire change.
Other changes include a bigger rear sprocket (up from 45 to 46) that helps to improve acceleration, a new airbox and shortened variable-height intake funnels, all taken from the M 1000 RR.
Meanwhile, thanks to a revised 999cc ShiftCam four-cylinder engine, the 2023 S 1000 RR now makes 207hp @ 13,750rpm and 112Nm @ 11,000rpm.
Electronically, BMW adds a Slide Control function to the existing traction-control system that estimates the bike’s drift angle after reading the information from the new steering-angle sensor.
In addition, the 2023 S 1000 RR also features a Brake Slide Control function that allows the rear wheel to push out a step further under braking.
For track junkies, BMW adds a new Slick setting for the ABS that works specifically when the bike is fitted with race tires.
Other key features include:
lightweight battery
UBS port
redesigned wiring harness
updated Shift Assistant Pro quickshifter
Meanwhile, thanks to the upgrade mentioned above, expect a significant price hike over its predecessor.
BMW Motorrad unveiled the M 1000 RR during the chaotic year of 2020.
The M 1000 R nameplate appears in recent vehicle certification filed in Switzerland and Germany.
The M 1000 R is scheduled to arrive in 2023 and could make an appearance soon.
Although the coronavirus pandemic hit the world in 2020, BMW bravely went ahead by introducing the M 1000 RR sports bike.
At the time, we knew that BMW wouldn’t stop at M 1000 RR, as the House of Munich also trademarked the name with “M 1000 XR” and “M 1300 GS”, signifying the arrival of two flagship motorcycles.
However, to our surprise, the firm’s hyper-naked motorcycle, the S 1000 R, will also receive the “M” treatment for 2023.
*BMW S 1000 R
That is the case according to the latest vehicle certification documents in Switzerland and Germany, as reported by Motorcycle.com.
The document showcased the M 1000 R pumping 206.5hp @ 13,750rpm and 112Nm @ 11,000rpm, a significant bump from the base S 1000 R that makes 165hp @ 11,000rpm.
This suggests that the M 1000 R will get the same tuning package as the firm’s S 1000 RR instead of the street-friendly S 1000 R.
*BMW S 1000 R
According to reports, the M 1000 R will also get a new exhaust system while adopting the ShiftCam timing system.
Considering that BMW Motorrad will not be present at this year’s EICMA show in Milan, the motorcycle could appear one month earlier at Intermot in October.
BMW R 18 is now getting an aftermarket rear silencers from Akrapovic.
Akrapovic introduced new rear silenceers for the BMW R 18.
Features lighter component and is tuned to the R 18 1,802cc engine.
The Akrapovic rear silencers is 97mm shorter than the standard rear silencers and is made from durable stainless steel, coated in matt black finish.
Together with a silver end cap adjustable in 90-degree steps, the rear of the R 18 now appears sportier than ever.
Interestingly, Akrapovic also designed the end cap with a stylised BMW brand symbol – the propeller – making it extra appealing for the R 18.
The exhaust also features screwed-in heat protection plate to help the rider’s footwear from the exhaust heat.
It’s also important to know that the Akrapovic rear silencers is 1 kilogram lighter than the stock exhaust and have been optimally tuned to the R 18 “Big Boxer” engine to create a powerful sound.
According to BMW Motorrad, the new rear silencers also compliments well to the BMW Motorrad Bobber Kit.
Since its introduction, the Gelande Strasse nameplate has been BMW Motorrad’s most successful motorcycle.
To this day, the GS is considered the most popular adventure motorcycle of the modern era while also setting a benchmark in the adventure bike segment.
That said, the R 1250 GS sits comfortably on top of the food chain despite numerous attempts by other manufacturer to try and have a piece of the throne.
Currently, the R 1250 GS is available in various trims and colours, but BMW up the ante with the latest rendition revealed at the Alpes Aventures Motofestival.
Exclusive to the French market, the BMW R 1250 GS Spirit of GS Edition is limited to just 1,250 units, all of which will be sold exclusively in the country.
The limited edition motorcycle set itself apart from the base R 1250 GS with several key features, notably the new colourway.
The Spirit of GS edition features grey and orange accents creating an eye-catching aesthetic.
Also, the bike gets black and orange side scoops, wheel accents and an aluminium handguard as standard. BMW also stamped the serial number on the handlebar clamp to remind you of its rarity.
Other notable features include a smoked windscreen, engine spoiler and engine crash guard.
The 2022 BMW R 1250 GS Spirit of GS Edition is priced at EUR27,990 (RM127k).
The leg rest is a common additional feature on a cruiser because it allows you to stretch your legs out now and then.
Wunderlich’s latest innovations allow you to rest your legs on the BMW R18.
The leg rest sits above the boxer cylinder heads, away from the engine heat.
BMW R18 MALAYSIA
Some cruisers allow you to rest your leg on the footboards, or if you don’t have any, the engine guard is probably the next thing you can think of.
Even so, if the cruiser you’re riding has a massive 1,800cc boxer twin (yes, we are referring to the BWM R18), you have absolutely zero space to properly rest your leg during long rides.
BMW R18 MALAYSIA
However, thanks to Wunderlich’s latest leg rest, you can now safely rest your leg on the cylinder heads of the R18.
Wunderlich’s latest leg rest for the R18 is mounted on three separate points on the boxer engine. Interestingly, it doesn’t need additional support to work but is just a simple plug-and-play.
The leg rest is made from steel tubing and is precisely welded to form a top-quality platform to rest your legs. Also, the component is handmade in Germany and fits the R18 overall aesthetics.
That said, the leg rest sits above the cylinder head, so you wouldn’t suffer so much from the heat coming from the engine.
As for the price, the Wunderlich leg rest will cost you EUR379 (RM1.7k). If it seems pricey, then it is likely you don’t have the BMW R18 in your garage, just like us.
