Suzuki V-Strom 650 merupakan antara model yang telah lama berada dalam pasaran sejak diperkenalkan pada 2004.
Akhirnya, selepas hampir 20 tahun, Suzuki akan menggantikan motosikal ‘adventure touring’ segmen pertengahan itu dengan sebuah model baharu.
Perkara itu didedahkan menerusi rakaman ‘spy shot’ terbaru yang dimuat naik baru-baru ini.
Walaupun sudah berusia hampir 20 tahun namun model 650cc Suzuki, termasuk V-Strom 650 dan SV650 kekal popular di pasaran Asia, Eropah dan Amerika Syarikat.
Namun, tidak dinafikan, enjin V-Twin 650cc itu sudah berusia dan tidak lagi relevan untuk bersaing dengan pasaran semasa apatah lagi dengan peraturan emisi yang bertambah ketat.
Jadi, sememangnya sudah sampai masa untuk keluarga 650 Suzuki dinaik taraf agar dapat beri saingan dengan jenama lain.
Buat masa ini Suzuki tidak memberi sebarang pengesahan mengenai kapasiti enjin namun berdasarkan paten yang telah difailkan sebelum ini, Suzuki sememangnya sedang membangunkan enjin parallel-twin 700cc.
Ini secara tidak langsung mengesahkan bahawa V-Strom 700 tidak lagi akan menawarkan konfigurasi V-Twin seperti generasi 650.
Selain daripada enjin, rekaan bahagian depan – berdasarkan imej ‘spy shot’ – mendedahkan bentuk baharu terutamanya lampu depan yang diilhamkan dari model V-Strom 1050.
V-Strom 700 itu juga dilihat datang dengan suspensi USD baharu dengan penggunaan rim 21-inci depan dan 18-inci belakang.
Bagi yang bertanya bilakah model ini akan diperkenalkan, kami jangka previu Suzuki V-Strom 700 ini akan berlangsung di EICMA 2022, November ini.
Ketika ini, terdapat dua varian Suzuki V-Strom 650 dipasarkan, merangkumi V-Strom 650 dan V-Strom 650 XT. Untuk pasaran Malaysia, hanya varian V-Strom 650 XT dipasarkan di Malaysia dengan harga sekitar RM37,989.
We’ve been hearing about Triumph-Bajaj collaboration for a while now and although we’ve seen the motorcycle they are working on, both parties have yet provided the exact launching date.
Triumph-Bajaj partnership to debut the new motorcycle in 2023.
Expected to feature between 200cc to 250cc engine capacity.
Bajaj to manufacture the motorcycle in a new manufacturing plant in Chakan, India.
However, according to recent speculations, the Triumph-Bajaj partnership will release their first motorcycle in 2023.
The motorcycle is expected to make a mark in the premium entry-level class that is now high demand especially in India, Asia and Europe.
Despite no words on the engine capacity, the collaboration is likely to have engine sizes ranging from 200cc to 250cc.
If the launch is due in 2023, the debut model could make a surprise appearance at the EICMA show in Milan, Italy later in the year.
While it may carry Triumph’s badge, the motorcycle will be manufacturer out of Bajaj new manufacturing plant in Chakan, India.
This would aid greatly in ensuring the price point of the motorcycle which could also lead to a higher sales volume.
Ducati bakal memperkenalkan tujuh model baharu selepas mendedahkan akan menayangkan tujuh episod sempena Ducati World Premier 2023.
Menurut Ducati , kesemua tujuh episod akan berlangsung dalam tempoh tiga bulan bermula dengan episode pertama pada 2 September sebelum berakhir pada 7 November 2022, sehari sebelum pembukaan tirai pameran motosikal EICMA di Milan pada 8 November 2022.
Berikut tujuh episod yang akan ditayangkan sempena DWP 2023:
Episod 1—The Unexpected (September 2)
Episod 2—Ready for More? (September 15)
Episod 3—Unlock Earth (September 29)
Episod 4—This is Racing (October 7)
Episod 5—Push Forward (October 20)
Episod 6—Dare to be Bold (October 28)
Episod 7—Next Gen Freedom (November 7)
Berbanding DWP sebelum ini yang datang dengan tajuk yang mudah dirungkai (memberi bayangan model apa yang akan dilancarkan) namun Ducati mengambil langkah berbeza kali ini dengan menggunakan tajuk yang am.
Bagaimanapun, episod 4 “This Is Racing” hampir pasti merujuk pada model Panigale terbaru sementara episod akhir, “Next Gen Freedom” mungkin merujuk kepada generasi terbaru Multistrada V4.
Meskipun bakal mendedahkan tujuh model baharu secara virtual seperti edisi sebelumnya namun Ducati sebelum ini telah pun mengesahkan akan kembali ke EICMA.
Ini bermakna, jenama motosikal Itali itu berkemungkinan besar akan membuat satu kejutan besar di Milan nanti selepas selesai kesemua tujuh episod DWP 2023.
Seperti biasa, kami akan membawakan info terperinci bagi setiap satu episod.
Pengeluar motosikal mewah Itali, Ducati akan kembali menyertai pameran motosikal terbesar EICMA bagi edisi 2022.
Ducati terlepas edisi 2021 tahun lalu ekoran memfokuskan pelancaran motosikal menerusi ‘Ducati World Premier (DWP) yang dijalankan secara strim langsung.
EICMA 2021 juga dijalankan tanpa beberapa jenama terkemuka termasuk BMW dan KTM dengan masing-masing memilih memperkenalkan model baharu dengan sendirinya dan secara atas talian.
Bagaimanapun, kilang Borgo Panigale akan kembali memeriahkan EICMA yang akan berlangsung pada 8 hingga 15 November ini.
Ini kerana meskipun DWP berjaya menarik pelanggan namun EICMA sentiasa menjadi platform yang lebih berkesan dalam menarik minat orang ramai apatah lagi pelanggan dapat menyaksikan model terbaru Ducati dengan lebih dekat.
Namun, Ducati juga mengesahkan bahawa segala pelancaran motosikal baharu di EICMA 2022 akan turut ditayangkan secara strim langsung sebagai Ducati World Premier 2023.
Ducati will return to EICMA Motorcycle Show on 8-15 November after a two-year absence.
2022 EICMA will go ahead on 8-13 November 2022.
Ducati will return to EICMA after missing out on the 2021 edition.
The biggest motorcycle show in the world was cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic but was back in full action last year.
However, Ducati was among the notable manufacturers missing from the event, along with KTM and BMW.
Instead, the Borgo Panigale factory unveiled its new range of bikes by releasing a series of videos of its forthcoming models – including the Multistrada V4 (2020) and Ducati DesertX (2021).
Nevertheless, the 2022 edition will go ahead, with Ducati confirmed as one of the industry’s leading manufacturers to participate following its absence in 2021.
Although the web series was considered a success, with the Multistrada V4 becoming one of Europe’s top adventure motorcycles, EICMA is still considered the best platform in terms of engagement.
Also, Ducati has confirmed it will continue its web series format alongside its scheduled presence at EICMA, with the company will showcase its new model range at the same time in a live stream.
As we are about to march into the new year, motorcycle manufacturers have been busy updating their 2022 portfolio.
The conclusion of EICMA 2021 showcased a host of manufacturers proudly presenting their 2022 motorcycles, while some decided to rely on online presentation.
Despite each manufacturer’s wide range of models, the adventure segment is the one to look out for next year.
Here are the top seven all-new adventure bikes to look out for in 2022:
1 .Aprilia Tuareg 660
Aprilia’s officially unveiled the 2022 Tuareg 660 in November and instantly became a hit among ADV fans.
Weighs at just 186kg, the Tuareg is set to become a fan favourite thanks to Aprilia’sAprilia’s latest 660cc parallel-twin with a 270-degree crank engine.
Despite being detuned to make 80hp and 70Nm, it features a host of technological advancements, including Aprilia Performance Ride Control (APRC), traction control, riding modes, engine brake settings, and cruise control that can be accessed via a 5″ TFT display.
Equipped with a 21″ and 18″ front/rear wheel, the Tuareg 660 is definitely one of the top ADV bikes to look out for.
2 .Husqvarna Norden 901
The Norden 901 is definitely one of the most beautifully designed ADV bikes ever built by Husqvarna, despite its first attempt at building a dual-purpose motorcycle.
Underneath the sick fairing sits an 890cc parallel-twin engine (taken from KTM’sKTM’s 890 Adventure) that makes 103hp and 100Nm.
Despite sharing the same engine with the 890, the Norden features taller suspension travel from the WP Apex suspension setup, 215mm and 220mm, as opposed to KTM’s 200mm.
The Norden 901 also come equipped with traction control, cornering ABS, auxiliary LED lights and a quickshifter.
With a 19L tank, the Norden 901 is definitely should be on your list if you’re looking to get some range week in week out.
3. Benelli TRK 802
There has been no shortage of middleweight adventure bikes debuting at EICMA, and the upcoming Benelli TRK 802 is the most surprising.
Continuing the success of Benelli’sBenelli’s TRK 502 that debuted in 2015, the TRK 802 makes a good 76hp and 67Nm @ 6,5000rpm.
As usual, the TRK 802 is a bit underpowered and a bit overweight (dry weight rated at 226kg) to be a hardline competitor of the other European and Japanese models; however, it makes a strong offerings thanks to its design and ridiculously affordable price tag.
Moreover, you get decent specs, including Brembo’sBrembo’s brake, a full LED light setup with DRL and a fancy 7-inch TFT display.
4. MV Agusta Lucky Explorer 9.5 & Lucky Explorer 5.5
*Lucky Explorer 9.5
MV Agusta has officially announced its first attempt into the adventure-bike scene with the introduction of two near-production prototypes at EICMA 2021.
The Lucky Explorer 9.5 features a new 931cc 3-cylinder powerplant that makes 123hp and 102Nm, while the Lucky Explorer 5.5 is equipped with 550cc parallel-twin engine co-developed with a Chinese manufacturer, Qianjiang Motorcycles.
*Lucky Explorer 5.5
The two motorcycles also adopt the same Lucky Strike-inspired colours featured on the iconic Cagiva Elefant.
The 9.5 comes with two transmission types: a Rekluse automatic clutch and a semi-automatic electronic actuated transmission similar to the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT’sDCT’s.
5. Triumph Tiger 1200
Triumph Motorcycles has officially unveiled its top of the line Tiger range with the heavily updated Tiger 1200.
According to Triumph, the construction of the new Tiger 1200 focused solely on creating lighter and much powerful ADV bikes with class-leading handling and specs on and off-road.
At the centre of the building is an all-new T-Plane crank engine that was previously introduced on the Tiger 900 range.
The all-new 1160cc powerplant now makes 147hp @ 9,000rpm (8.5hp increase than the previous generation) and 130Nm @ 7,000rpm (8Nm up).
The Tiger 1200 now features GT and Rally edition with the new Explorer version that boasts a 30L fuel tank, higher-spec kit, and added electronics.
The Tiger 1200 GT and GT Pro features semi-active Showa suspension and gets a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear cast aluminium wheel, while the Tiger 1200 Rally and Rally Pro are equipped with 21″ front and 18″ rear tubeless rims for superior off-road handling and ability.
However, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Explorer gets an impressive blind spot detection system developed by Continental, which is considered to be a huge selling point for any ADV bike these days.
6. Ducati DesertX
If your 2022 vision is to dream big, we suggest you to ‘Dream Wilder’ with Ducati’s latest addition, the 2022 DesertX.
Heavily inspired by the rally raiders that competed in the Paris-Dakar Rally during the 80s and 90s, the DesertX appears in heavy off-road elements combined with distinctive twin circular LED headlights with DRL (Daytime Running Light).
Built around an all-new steel trellis frame, the DesertX features a fully-adjustable Kayaba suspension setup, Brembo M50 callipers and Bosch Cornering ABS.
At heart sits the 937cc Testastretta 11-degree Desmodromic engine capable of producing 110hp @ 9,250rpm and 92Nm @ 6,500rpm.
Despite being fitted with the same plant as the Hypermotard and SuperSport 950, Ducati has updated the powerplant with lighter components.
The DesertX offers six riding modes comprising of Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro and Rally. Riders can also adjust the power modes accordingly.
Looking at how Ducati saved the DesertX for the last after introducing the Multistrada V2, Streetfighter V2 and the updated Panigale V4 S, it is safe to assume that the Borgo Panigale factory is putting high hopes for the new machine.
There you go, folks, a complete look into what’s in store for you for 2022. If you like what you see, then perhaps it’s time to save up and get the adventure bike of your dream.
Looking back at the list, we expect 2022 to be a year full of adventure, in a good way.
Ducati has offically unveiled the DesertX, the latest addition from the Borgo Panigale factory during the final episode of Ducati World Premier 2021 web series.
The DesertX is finally showcased in its production form, two years since the prototype concept was revealed at 2019 EICMA.
The Ducati DesertX is the latest contender in a competitive ADV category which includes the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally, Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin and the upcoming MV Agusta Lucky Explorer 9.5.
According to Ducati, the DesertX is heavily inspired by the rally raiders that competed in the Paris-Dakar Rally during the 80s and 90s.
Dressed in an all-white with red accents, the DesertX appears in a heavy off-road elements combines with a distinctive twin circular LED headlights with DRL (Daytime Running Light).
The Ducati DesertX is built around an all-new steel trellis frame, aimed to improve rigidity especially in rough terrain. It also come equipped with a dedicated long travel suspension settings paired to a 21″ front and 18″ rear wheel.
The suspension system is handled by a full-adjustable Kayaba 46mm upside-down front forks and full-adjustable Kayaba monoshock with preload adjustment.
Other standard features available on the DesertX includes:
Wheelie Control
Engine Brake Control
Ducati Quick Shift
Cruise Control
Ducati Brake Light
USB power Socket
Steering damper
21L tank (with additional 8L tank as optional)
Meanwhile, braking is done by 320mm aluminium flange semi-floating disc paired to a Brembo M50 callipers and assisted by Bosch Cornering ABS.
At the heart sits the 937cc Testastretta 11-degree Desmodromic engine capable of producing 110hp @ 9,250rpm and 92Nm @ 6,500rpm.
However, in respect to the same engine used on the Monster and Hypermotard, Ducati has updated the powerplant with lighter components.
In turn, the new Testastretta on the DesertX is now 1.7kg lighter, contributed by a new sound absorbing covers, new clutch, new clutch cover, revised gearbox and ignition stick coils.
According to Ducati, the engine has also been tweaked to allow for more seamless low-speed changes.
Ducati also optimised the riders seat, to ensure comfort on-road and off-road with an adjustable saddle. The pillion seat can also be remove.
Taller dashboard also allow riders to to see the 5″ TFT dash while standing up.
The DesertX offers six riding modes comprising of Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro and Rally. Riders can also adjust the power modes accordingly.
The 2022 Ducati DesertX is expected to be made available worldwide beginning May 2022.
Electric motorcycle manufacturer, Super Soco has officially unveiled the limited-edition JL99 CUMini scooter in partnership with retired MotoGP World Champion, Jorge Lorenzo.
Super Soco recently drop a teaser of the upcoming scooter and the special collaboration saw the Spanish rider posting numerous photos onboard various models.
Nonetheless, Super Soco finally took the partnership a step further by unveiling the special edition JL99 CUMini scooter at EICMA 2021, the world’s biggest motorcycle show.
The JL99 CUMini scooter features a special livery, a combination of a black colour scheme with red accents including Jorge Lorenzo’s signature number 99.
According to the company, the special edition motorcycle was also upgraded with LED headlights, top-case and Rizoma components (mirrors, turn signals and levers).
Despite the aggressive colourway and a collaboration with a MotoGP champion, the CUMini is actually Super Soco’s most friendly and entry-level scooter with a top speed of just 50km/h and 60km range.
Royal Enfield is finally stepping into the futuristic era with the SG650 Concept after deftly toed the line between modern and retro.
Presented at EICMA 2021, the Royal Enfield SG650 Concept represents the company bold move into the future.
“We are a company in transition.
“To celebrate this, we wanted to develop a project that really gave our design team an opportunity to stretch themselves creatively,” said Royal Enfield Chief of Design, Mark Wells.
The SG650 Concept combines a cruiser-like motorcycle with a cyberpunk element while running on the iconic 648cc parallel-twin engine.
The concept bike features an aluminium headlight nacelle, an inverted fork, low-rise handlebars, and aluminium switches.
Nevertheless, the SG650 Concept clearly borrows design cues from the 650 Twins (Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650).
We expect Royal Enfield to introduce a production version of the SG650 Concept in a few years to come.
MV Agusta latest motorcycle, the 2022 Superveloce Ago voted as the “Most Beautiful Bike Of The Show” at EICMA.
The Superveloce Ago took home the top prize after collected of 47.2% of the votes from a total of 12,567 attendees.
Meanwhile, Aprilia’s latest ADV bike, the Tuareg 660 came second with 19% followed by Moto Morini X-Cape at 3rd place with 7.9%.
The award was presented to MV Agusta during the last day of EICMA in the presence of Timur Sardarov, CEO of MV Agusta, Pietro Meda and Paolo Magri, President and Managing Director of EICMA and Federico Aliverti editor-in-chief and Paolo Patruno Managing Director of Motociclismo.
“The best bike of the show is another great award for us, and further recognition of all the energy and the resources MV Agusta is consistently putting in the development of new products.
“Winning this award for the sixth time is a cause of great satisfaction for all of us. I would like to dedicate it to all MV Agusta employees, who put incredible passion in their everyday work,” said Sardarov.
The MV Agusta Superveloce Ago is a limited edition motorcycle built to pay homage to Giacomi Agostini. With a limited run of just 311 units, every bike is numbered and signed by Agostini personally.
Taiwanese scooter manufacturer, SYM Motors has expanded its product range with the new 2022 SYM Joyride 300.
The new Joyride 300 is the company latest response to the growing demand for maxi-scooter around the world.
According to SYM, the new model combines compactness, agility, safety and convenience making it the ideal choice for customers wanting a flat floor cruiser.
Interestingly, the Joyride 300 will replace the outgoing EVO 200.
The 2022 SYM Joyride 300 makes 26hp @ 8,000rpm and 26Nm @ 6,000rpm from its 280cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine.
The Joyride 300 rides on a 15-inch front and 14-inch rear wheel but can be upgraded with 16-inch front and rear wheels.
Interestingly, the maxi-scooter get a host of modern features which includes:
LED lighting
LCD instrument
keyless system 2.0
adjustable windshield
under-seat storage
glove box
quick charge 2.0
The new Joyride 300 is expected to arrive in Europe and Asia by early next year.
Italjet kembali mencuri tumpuan apabila mendedahkan Dragster 125 dan 200 pada 2019 sebagai model 2020.
Skuter dengan gaya agresif dan ala ‘naked’ itu bingkas menarik perhatian ramai pihak sejak dipertontonkan kepada umum.
Namun, ekoran pandemik Covid-19 yang melanda pada tahun berikutnya telah memberi kekangan pada Italjet dalam memasarkan motosikal tersebut.
Bagaimanapun, jenama itu kembali beri jaminan bahawa Dragster akan mula dipasarkan pada Disember 2021 sebagai model 2022 ketika di EICMA, baru-baru ini.
Italjet Dragster ini akan ditawarkan dalam dua varian, 125cc dan 200cc.
Varian 125cc menghasilkan 13hp daripada enjin satu silinder dengan penyejukan cecair manakala enjin 200cc dengan standard Euro5 menawarkan 18hp.
Lebih menarik, Italjet Dragster ini juga ditawarkan dengan komponen berprestasi tinggi antaranya ekzos Akrapovic, sistem brek Brembo dan suspensi Öhlins.
Sementara itu, Italjet turut mendedahkan bakal lancar model elektrik pada separuh masa kedua 2022 dan akan dinamakan sebagai Dragster e01.
