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Honda to Debut CR Electric Prototype In All Japan Motocross Championship

In a significant move towards promoting eco-friendly motorsports, Honda Racing Corporation is set to introduce the Honda CR Electric prototype in a formal competition for the first time.

Unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motorcycle Show, the CR Electric prototype garnered attention as an electric dirt bike innovation, shrouded in secrecy regarding its powertrain details.

Fast forward to 2023, Honda has chosen the Saitama Toyopet Cup, part of the D.I.D. All Japan Motocross Championship, as the platform for the CR Electric’s debut. This marks Honda’s inaugural foray into formal competition with an in-house developed electric motorcycle—a milestone moment for the industry as manufacturers strive to reduce carbon footprints.

Trey Canard, a former 2010 AMA Pro Motocross 250 champion and current team advisor at American Honda, will be piloting the CR Electric prototype as a wildcard entry.

Despite four years passing since its unveiling, Honda has maintained secrecy around the bike’s specifications, emphasizing its prototype status. Enthusiasts eagerly await official powertrain details, which may emerge if Honda progresses the CR Electric to production.

Caofen Brings The F80 Electric Motorcycle To The UK

Caofen, a new emerging electric brand, has announced its entry into the UK market with the launch of two electric motorbikes – the F80 Adventure and F80 Off-Road.

The road-ready F80 Adventure will retail at GBP5,995 (RM33k), while the F80 Off-Road will cost GBP5,495 (RM30.3k).
Caofen is a newly developed electric motorcycle company from China owned by Chongqing Huanghe Motorcycle Company.

The Caofen F80 bikes are equipped with patented battery technology, a single-piece frame, and an enhanced motor. They are designed to improve performance and longevity, enabling riders to enjoy their ride, go faster, and cover more distance on a single charge.

The Caofen F80 bikes have been developed to compete with other electric motorbikes already available in the UK market. The launch of these bikes is expected to bring more competition to the market and increase the availability of affordable electric motorbikes.

The company has launched its newly designed website where interested buyers can find more information about the specifications of the F80 Adventure and F80 Off-Road. The website also provides information about other upcoming models from Caofen.

The launch of the Caofen F80 bikes is a significant development in the electric motorbike market in the UK. With more consumers looking to reduce their carbon footprint, the demand for electric bikes is expected to rise in the coming years. The Caofen F80 bikes offer an affordable option for those looking to transition to electric motorbikes.

Flux Motorcycles Rolls Out Primo Electric Dirt Bike – 83hp, 750Nm

We are in awe with Flux Motorcycles latest creation, the Primo electric dirt bike that’s not only boast an insane 750Nm of torque but also a list of premium components.

The Primo delivers a whopping 750Nm and 85 peak horsepower.
The electric dirt bike also features a newly built frame by HM Moto.

The Flux Primo, is setting a new standard for speed and power. Boasting top-of-the-line features such as KYB and Öhlins suspension, the Primo is already making waves in the industry.

But the real standout feature of this incredible machine is its electric motor. Delivering a heart-stopping 85bhp, the Primo is already more powerful than most 450cc internal combustion engine motorcycles. And with 553lb-ft of torque available from zero revs, it has more grunt than a Tesla Model 3.

Not only is the motor water-cooled, but each battery cell also has its own cooling circuit to help reduce voltage drop-off while riding hard. And with an energy recovery system to recoup energy from slowing down, the Primo can go the distance on longer rides.

But that’s not all – the Primo also features a ‘virtual clutch’ system, which is sure to revolutionize the way we ride. Although details are scarce, we imagine it works similarly to the early Electric Motion trials bikes.

With top-spec features such as KYB 48mm fully adjustable forks, an Öhlins TTX full adjustable rear shock, and a frame created by HM Moto, we’re pretty adamant that the Primo will quickly capture people’s attention.

FIRST LOOK: Bimota BX450 Dirt Bike

Bimota has finally stepped out of its comfort zone of fine street bikes by introducing the BX450 enduro motorcycle.

Bimota continue its closed partnership with Kawasaki with the introduction of BX450.
Based on the Kawasaki KX450 dirt bike.

The BX450 is the firm’s genuine competition motorcycle, ready to take on major enduro events across the globe.

For the record, the BX450 is built based on Kawasaki’s iconic KX450. It features the same aluminium twin-spar frame with a classic lower double cradle that houses a powerful 449cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-valve single with 12.5:1 compression.

However, Bimota’s technical team also adds an electric start, an advanced ECU with specific mapping and a traction control system.

In addition, the Bimota BX450 also features an Arrow exhaust system as standard.

Nonetheless, some parts from the Kawasaki KX450 are retained on the BX450, including a fully-adjustable 49mm Showa male-slider fork and Kawasaki’s Uni-Trak monoshock linked to the swingarm.

Braking is done via a Nissin 4-piston brake callipers mated to a single-disc at the front and rear.

Meanwhile, the spoked wheels are fitted with Metzeler 6 Days M+S tires with 90/100-21 front and 140/80-18 rear.

More importantly, Bimota shed its weight to just 110kg, making it a lightweight bike ready to take on the dirt road.

Unfortunately, like all Bimotas, the BX450 will be limited to just a few hundred units.

Sur Ron Storm Bee Electric Dirt Bike Breaks Cover – 30hp, 520Nm

Chinese electric bike manufacturer, Sur Ron has officially revealed the new Sur Ron Storm Bee electric dirt bike.

The Storm Bee is Sur Ron first full size electric dirt bike.
The Storm Bee produces 30hp and 520Nm.

While the brand might be unknown to some of you, but Sur Ron has been manufacturing dirt bikes for many years now.

However, this is the first time Sur Ron actually built a proper dirt bike.

That said, it doesn’t just look the part but Storm Bee actually features impressive specs and performance.

For instance, Sur Ron claimed the Strom Bee can hit a max speed of around 112km/h and capable of reaching 0-80km/h in under 4 seconds. Power is claimed to be 30hp and a whopping 520Nm.

Sur Ron also claimed that the Storm Bee has a max range of 100km on a single charge.

Other notable features include proper dirt bike USD front forks and piggyback rear shock mated to a lightweight frame.

Tuang Pasir Nak Sekat Pergerakan, Skate Park Kini Jadi Tumpuan Dirt Bike

Usaha California untuk menguatkuasakan sekatan pergerakan dengan menuang pasir di taman papan luncur terkenal tidak menjadi apabila kini menjadi tumpuan peminat dirt bike.

Ralph Skate Court di San Clemente, California menjadi tempat lepak popular dikalangan anak muda California.

Dalam usaha bandar itu menguatkuasakan sekatan pergerakan, masih ramai yang mengendahkan perintah tersebut dan melepak di taman terbabit seperti biasa.

Bagi membendung aktiviti sosial dan memastikan penjarakan sosial dipatuhi, California telah mengisi taman terbabit dengan 37 tan pasir dalam menyekat peminat papan luncur bermain di situ.

Bagaimanapun, taman tersebut kini menjadi tumpuan peminat dirt bike.

Menurut laporan CNN, beberapa penunggang dirt bike dilihat mengambil peluang itu untuk berseronok.

Connor Ericsson, content creator bersama Buttery Films memuat naik aksinya bersama rakan lain di taman papan luncur tersebut di laman Instagram.

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Took advantage of the all the sand the city dumped into the San Clemente skatepark then helped some local skaters dig it all out so they could do some social shredding ??

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“Tiada sekatan apabila lebih 500 orang berada di Walmat pada satu masa tetapi untuk kanak-kanak berada di taman papan luncur disebabkan bosan berada di rumah adalah satu kesalahan?” katanya.

Meskipun mengakui memahami situasi pandemik yang melanda Amerika Syarikat ketika ini namun dia berasakan tindakan menuang pasir di taman papan luncur itu sebagai melampau.

Sementara itu, pihak kerajaan San Clemente dalam satu kenyataan menjelaskan bahawa aktiviti fizikal dan menghirup udara segar adalah penting tetapi lebih mustahak untuk menghentikan penularan Covid-19.

Setakat ini, Amerika Syarikat telah pun merekodkan 849, 092 kes positif dengan 47,681 kematian.

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Honda CRF250 Rally coming soon

Japanese motorcycle powerhouse Honda is set to expand the CRF250 dirt bike model range very soon following reports of its intent at putting the Honda CRF250 Rally concept bike into production.

The news comes following patent and trademark files leaked online. No targeted release date was disclosed, but we are led to believe we will see one as soon as EICMA 2015 later this month.

Essentially, the Honda CRF 250 Rally concept underpins the red wing marque’s CRF 250 dirt bike, with the concept donning a new dressing akin to HRC’s Dakar Rally enduro. Minus the enduro-styled aesthetic enhancements, the concept still retains much of the production bike’s mechanicals.

The leaked design patents revealed that the production-bound version gains several predictable changes such as the adoption of a street-legal exhaust silencer and tail light set.

A baby HRC Rally bike replica available for purchase in showrooms worldwide? Count us in Honda!

Sources: Asphaltandrubber via Visordown

Husqvarna 701 Enduro variant introduced

After much anticipation, Husqvarna has finally announced the addition of the 701 Enduro off-road variant to the 701 Supermoto model lineup.

All set to go on sale later this month, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro will be powered by the same 690cc single-cylinder engine in the supermoto version, which is capable of churning out a maximum output of 67hp.

Fitted with a 13-litre fuel tank, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro also comes with a chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame. As much as the damping department is concerned, there are the WP 4CS forks fitted in front, and WP shocks at the rear; both providing 275mm of travel.

A 21-inch front wheel and 18 inch rear wheel replace the 17 inch items on the 701 Supermoto, with Continental TKC80s providing the grip off road.

It is said that the bike will also feature a dual-spark ignition system, ride-by-wire with different riding modes, ABS system, the ATSC slipper clutch, and use a SOHC setup.

Expected to weigh between 140 to 150kg, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro, which is basically a rebadged KTM 690 Enduro R, is set to go on sale in Europe later this month.