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Didi Resources Appointed as New Piaggio and Vespa Distributor in Malaysia

Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd. has been appointed as the new Piaggio and Vespa distributor in Malaysia.
A Motoplex concept shop will also be opened to offer all brands under the Piaggio Group umbrella.
The news follows Naza Primera’s announcement to cease Vespa operations.

Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd. has been appointed as the new Piaggio and Vespa distributor in Malaysia.

The announcement was made by the Piaggio group. As such, Didi Resources will take over the role from Naza Primera Sdn. Bhd. The news follows the announcement made by Naza Primera yesterday.

Read: Naza Premira to Stop Vespa Operations

Mr. Gianluca Fiume, Chairman & General Director of Piaggio Vietnam cum Executive Vice President Asia Pacific 2 Wheeler, said, “The appointment of Didi Resources is part of Piaggio’s business strategy to group the Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia and Moto Guzzi brands under a single entity to maximize efficiencies across all aspects of the business and reinforce customer commitment in Malaysia. With the Piaggio Group brands under one roof established under the Motoplex concept, we are able to better offer a wider range for potential customers who seek an enriching Italian two-wheel experience backed by style, technology, superior performance and rich heritage. We look forward to collaborating closely with Didi Resources to push forward the brands to greater heights.”

According to Mr. Rewi Hamid Bugo, Chairman of Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd, “In addition to handling Aprilia and Moto Guzzi, we are very honoured to be presented with this opportunity to manage Piaggio and Vespa, the premium scooter brands which have transformed the concept of individual mobility and freedom. With this acquisition we can now manage Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia and Moto Guzzi under the iconic Motoplex concept of the prestigious Piaggio Group for the Malaysian market. Didi Resources is firmly committed to strengthening the positioning of the brands by intensifying marketing and communication efforts, offering dedicated aftersales support, affirming the communities, and ensuring that engagement with the brands is continuous in the light of a competitive two wheel environment in Malaysia.”

Motoplex is the most innovative retail model for the two-wheeler industry and enables importers and dealers to leverage the potential of the Group brands and products in the same outlet. Each Motoplex store provides the full offer of the Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia and Moto Guzzi brands in a single location, together with services, accessories, merchandising and entertainment, to give customers an exciting global overview and a unique experience of the two-wheeler world.

Launched in 2015, the Group has already passed the significant milestone of 500 Motoplex stores open around the world in Europe, the Americas, Oceania, Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, alongside the traditional distribution network. Among the main cities in which Motoplex Stores have been opened are New York, Bangkok, Tokyo, Milan, Pune, Malta, Madrid, London, Berlin, Vienna, Lisbon, Stuttgart, Sydney, Jakarta and Bali.

The official appointment of Didi Resources as sole importer and distributor for Piaggio and Vespa will take effect from 1 January 2020. Plans for the construction of the Motoplex are underway with the launch scheduled in early 2020. A complete listing of Vespa dealers is available on https://www.vespa.com/my_EN/store-locator.html.

Piaggio Loses Intellectual Property Case Against Zhejiang Zhongneng

Piaggio lost their Intellectual property case against Zhejiang Zhongneng (marketed as Znen).
The Italian manufacturer claimed that one of the Znen scooters copied the Vespa LX.
The European Union Intellectual Property Office didn’t think so.

It’s an understatement to say that many of Chinese motorcycle manufacturers blatantly infringe upon the intellectual properties of others, although a number are moving in their own direction. Such was the case of Piaggio & C. SpA versus Zhejiang Zhongneng Industry Group Co. Ltd.

Piaggio accused Zhejiang Zhongneng of copying the Vespa LX and brought the case to the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).

The Italian manufacturer stated that they have been in business since 1945, while the Chinese company started producing their line of scooters since 2005 (marketed as Znen). As such, the former was cited for imitating the LX’s lines in their product.

The EUIPO didn’t see it that way, however. They stated that it’s easy to distinguish between the two scooters. The Vespa LX’s classic lines are curved, while Zhejiang Zhongneng’s F9 are more boxy in appearance, hence there’s no mistaking one for the other.

Consequently, the court dismissed Piaggio’s claim as it would mean that the Chinese manufacturer did not infringe upon Piaggio’s intellectual property.

Check out the Znen’s website here. The disputed model isn’t listed anymore. The case had been pending since 2014, anyway.

Truth is, all modern step-through scooters were influenced by the Vespa. It was the brand which featured a bodywork which covers all the mechanicals. The designer did so to isolate the rider from being splashed by water, dirt and oils from the engine.

Piaggio Group Reports 12% Increase in Net Sales, Driven by Moto Guzzi V85TT

The Piaggio Group reported a 12% increase in consolidated net sales for the first half (H1) of 2019.
The figure results in a 29.6% increase in net profit over the same period last year.
PG cited the strong performance of the Moto Guzzi V85TT, in addition to Vespa and Piaggio scooters.

The Piaggio Group reported a 12% increase in consolidated net sales for the first half (H1) of 2019, compared to the same period last year. The conglomerate cited the Moto Guzzi V85TT as the main driving force for the uptick.

The increased net sales translate to € 817 million, up from € 729 million in H1 2018. Net profit after tax is up 29.6% at € 34.6 million, up from € 26.7 in the same period last year.

Piaggio Group (PG) owns several motorcycle brands including Aprilia, Derbi, Gilera, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio and Scarabeo. They also produce commercial vehicles. Apart from Aprilia and Moto Guzzi, the other brands produce mostly and scooters exclusively.

In any case, they shipped a total of 321,500 scooters and motorcycles in H1 2019, which a 5.7% increase from 304,000 in H1 2018.

Biggest growth was seen in the Asia Pacific region (up 20.2%), followed by a combined European and the Americas (up 6.7%) and India (up 0.5%).

PG further elaborated that the Vespa brand contributed to a 16% turnover growth. However, it was the three-wheeled Piaggio Mp3 which contributed the largest number “by more than 20%”

But there’s no hiding the success of the Moto Guzzi V85TT, which the group is using as an all-round performer against their rivals. Moto Guzzi contributed a 14% increase in revenue to the group. This is what they have to say, “…The Moto Guzzi brand… achieved a significant sales increase, generated in particular by the excellent results of the new Moto Guzzi V85TT, the all-terrain model that has enjoyed great success since it began shipping in February.”

Interestingly, PG had not published the sales performance of Moto Guzzi motorcycles prior to this. They had only stated MG sales as “encouraging” last year.

Source: Piaggio Group

Piaggio Group Lancar Cawangan Ke-500 Di Istanbul

Piaggio Group telah membuka cawangan Motoplex pertama di Istanbul, Turkey, sekaligus melengkapkan pencapaian 500 cawangan di seluruh dunia.

Pembukaan cawangan tersebut turut dilihat akan memperbaiki pengedaran alat ganti bagi 3,300 pengedar rasmi!

Pembinaan Motoplex akan meningkatkan lagi geo-pemasaran dan pertambahan pengunjung lebih daripada 30 peratus.

Motoplex merupakan inovatif terbaru bagi industri dua roda yang akan membenarkan pengedar memanfaatkan peluang mendekati jenama dan produk Piaggio secara keseluruhan. Setiap cawangan Motoplex menawarkan pelbagai produk keluaran Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia dan Moto Guzzi di bawah satu payung.

Cawangan di Istanbul – yang terletak di Alidede Sk, daerah Kadikov – menempatkan ruang pameran, lounge bar dan pusat latihan servis yang menawarkan bantuan bagi pemilik Piaggio.

Dalam tempoh beberapa bulan ini, cawangan Motoplex telah dibuka di Madrid dan Malaga (Sepanyol), Berlin (Jerman), Malta, Pattraso (Greece), Taipei (Taiwan), Da Nang (Vietnam), Ningbo, Chengdu, Hefei (China), Brooklyn, Miami, Philadelphia (Amerika Syarikat) dan Utrecht (Belanda).

Langkah Seterusnya Jenama Aprilia Di Malaysia

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Hari Raya Special!: GB Workshop Service Campaign

Moto Guzzi Malaysia’s authorized aftersales center, GB Workshop, is having a Service Campaign in conjunction with Ramadhan and Hari Raya Puasa.
Moto Guzzi up north may also visit the Moto Guzzi Service Centre at Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn. Bhd. in Penang.
The campaign runs from 16th May to 17th July 2018.

Moto Guzzi Malaysia’s official service centre, GB Workshop, has launched a service campaign in time for the holy month of Ramadhan and Hari Raya Puasa. What better way to make sure your Moto Guzzi is in tip-top condition before you head home to celebrate Raya with your loved ones.

The campaign runs from 16th May to 17th July 2018.

The GB Workshop Service Campaign consists of such as:

Multipoint safety checks tailored for each model and according to your riding needs.
Free air filter for selected models when you service your Moto Guzzi, while stocks last.
15% promotion for selected parts and accessories.

GB Workshop is well-equipped with the latest Piaggio Advanced Diagnosis System (PADS), as well as the special tools necessary for working on Moto Guzzis. The personnel are also trained professionals who are experienced in working on that brand. Please bear in mind that you are travelling home for Hari Raya Puasa.

To check if the air filter besides parts and accessories are available, please visit the official GB Worskhop or Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn. Bhd. (refer to the maps below). You may also contact the workshop at 03-7932 1229 or 018-962 1229 for more details or to book an appointment.

Laporan Jualan Seluruh Dunia 2017 Bagi Pengeluar Eropah

Kebanyakan jenama Eropah menyaksikan peningkatan positif bagi tahun 2017.
Peraih terbesar adalah BMW, KTM, Piaggio, dan Triumph (mengikut turutan huruf).
Adakah ini kemunculan semula motosikal Eropah menandingi kekuasaan pengeluar dari Jepun?

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2017 Worldwide Sales Roundup for European Manufacturers

Most European brands saw positive growth in 2017.
Biggest earners were BMW, KTM, Piaggio and Triumph (in alphabetical order).
Is this a resurgence of European motorcycles over the once unassailable Japanese?

It’s that time of the year when the European motorcycle manufacturers release their 2017 worldwide sales figures.

While BMW Group and BMW Motorrad had revealed their 2017 sales figures last month, here’s a collection of how all the European motorcycle manufacturers performed in the same year.

With fresh models in almost every segment from co-operating with Indian manufacturers and wide distribution networks, besides competitive pricing, it looks very much like a resurgence of the once dominant European motorcycles, over the might of the Japanese.

Here they are, listed according to alphabetical order.

BMW Motorrad

As we’ve reported earlier, BMW Motorrad reported a 13.2% increase (numbering 164,153 units) being sold in 2017, their seventh consecutive record-breaking year.

To recap, 2017 marked the first time that the GS (R 1200 GS, F 800 GS) adventure lineup had sold more than 50,000 units in a single year. The R nineT segment also saw a 9.6% increase with the introduction of three new models: Pure, Urban G/S and Racer. Besides that, 11,595 units of the new G 310 R and G 310 GS models were delivered. Even the sales of the six-cylinder models were positive, driven by the new K 1600 B (Bagger) especially in the US market. 6,719 units were sold, marking a 50% increase in sales.

Please click on the link below for more information.

Another Record Breaking Year for BMW Motorrad in 2017

Ducati

Ducati delivered a total of 55,871 units in 2017, constituting a scant 410 bike increase over 2016.

Please click on the link below for our earlier report.

Ducati sold over 55,800 bikes worldwide in 2017!

While the increase is small, it was still a positive result for the Audi/VW-owned Italian manufacturer.

Ducati has stated that every model was important to them, but it was the Multistrada 950 which proved to be the most popular. The Scrambler lineup continued to performed well, contributing to approximately 25% of total sales, augmented by the Desert Sled and Café Racer.

The two markets that saw strong growth was Spain at 28.3% (due to Jorge Lorenzo joining the MotoGP team?) and China at 31%.

Ducati is looking forward to the Panigale V4, Multistrada 1260, Scrambler 1100, the renewed 821 Monster and 959 Panigale to drive sales in 2018.

KTM Industries AG

Leading the charge is Austrian KTM Industries AG who reported a 17% increase in sales with 238,334 units in 2017. It’s KTM’s seventh year of record sales, in addition of being an all-time high in revenues and profit.

From the sales, KTM’s 2017 revenues increased 14% at EUR 1.533 billion. Net profit before taxes increased to EUR 117.0 million against EUR 108.9 million in 2016.

With the number of KTM and Husqvarna motorcycles sold in 2017, KTM says that it will “further strengthen our Number 1 position as the biggest motorcycle producer in Europe.”

Sales was further bolstered by the smaller capacity models built in India by KTM’s partner Bajaj Auto (namely the 250 and 390 Dukes and RCs), who sold 35,000 units in India along, besides exporting CKD kits to other countries including Malaysia.

Being aware that continual growth is imperative, KTM invested EUR 92 million in product development in 2017. Most of that investment incudes tools, machinery, plant and infrastructure focused on the new high-performance drivetrain production at Pankl and expansion of KTM’s R&D department at Mattighofen.

The entire investment program of EUR 179.6 million was financed by KTM Industries Group’s own cash flow. This strategy also saw suspension supplier, WP Group, fully integrated into KTM AG.

The continuing growth also saw an increase of 818 employees worldwide, bringing the total to 4,568 including in Austria.

KTM expects further growth of their core model segments in 2018, as they are also optimistic about the KTM 790 Duke and Huqvarna Vitpilen and Svartpilen. The Austrian manufacturer has targeted to sell 360,000 motorcycles annually by 2021 (up from the 2017 forecast of 300,000) and 400,000 for 2022.

The increased volume is envisaged as the result of KTM’s joint venture agreement with CFMoto in China to increase KTM’s presence in the Chinese market. KTM owns 49% of the venture known as CFMoto-KTMR2R.

Piaggio Group (Q3 2017)

The Italian manufacturer has not published its annual 2017 sales figures, but did see a 12.4% increase in the third quarter, representing 266,400 motorcycles. That translates to a net sales of € 771.8 million.

Piaggio Group owns a number of motorcycle brands, including Piaggio itself, Aprilia, Derbi, Gilera, Moto Guzzi, Scarabeo and Vespa.

However, Piaggio Group did not publish the sales figures for the individual brands. Moto Guzzi did say they were happy with the “positive sales trend of the V7.”

Triumph Motorcycles

We’ve also reported on Triumph Motorcycles’ growth, by a hefty 22%, no less! 2017 was Triumph’s best in 30 years. The increase equates to £90.9 million for a total of £498.5 million. Net profit before tax increased to £24.79 million.

A total of 63,404 units were sold, 86.1% of those outside of the UK.

Triumph has performed strongly considering the challenges of the current economic condition and currency fluctuations, besides uncertainties arising from Brexit. Triumph continues to focus on R&D, spending £29.2 million in 2017 compared to £26.9 million in the previous year.

As a result of that R&D, as mentioned by Chief Commercial Officer, Paul Stroud during our interview, Triumph has introduced 19 new models in the space of 2 years. Triumph launched 5 new bikes in 2017: Street Triple 765, Bonneville Bobber Black, Bonneville Speedmaster, Tiger 800 and Tiger 1200. The latter four bikes will be launched in Malaysia this weekend (3^rd March 2018). Triumph has also revised the Speed Triple 1050.

Another exciting prospect is Triumph’s deal as the exclusive Moto2 engine supplier beginning 2019, which will bring even more recognition to the brand.

Please click on the link below for our earlier report on Triumph Motorcycles’ performance in 2017.

Triumph Motorcycles sees sales growth in 2017 – Over 63,000 sold!

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Didi Resources Sdn. Bhd. has been appointed as the new Piaggio and Vespa distributor in Malaysia.

A Motoplex concept shop will also be opened to offer all brands under the Piaggio Group umbrella.

The news follows Naza Primera’s announcement to cease Vespa operations.

Piaggio lost their Intellectual property case against Zhejiang Zhongneng (marketed as Znen).

The Italian manufacturer claimed that one of the Znen scooters copied the Vespa LX.

The European Union Intellectual Property Office didn’t think so.

The Piaggio Group reported a 12% increase in consolidated net sales for the first half (H1) of 2019.

The figure results in a 29.6% increase in net profit over the same period last year.

PG cited the strong performance of the Moto Guzzi V85TT, in addition to Vespa and Piaggio scooters.

Moto Guzzi Malaysia’s authorized aftersales center, GB Workshop, is having a Service Campaign in conjunction with Ramadhan and Hari Raya Puasa.

Moto Guzzi up north may also visit the Moto Guzzi Service Centre at Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn. Bhd. in Penang.

The campaign runs from 16th May to 17th July 2018.

Most European brands saw positive growth in 2017.

Biggest earners were BMW, KTM, Piaggio and Triumph (in alphabetical order).

Is this a resurgence of European motorcycles over the once unassailable Japanese?

BMW Motorrad

Ducati

KTM Industries AG

Piaggio Group (Q3 2017)

Triumph Motorcycles

I-Moto.my together with GB Workshop conducted a workshop on proper bike maintenance dubbed the I-Workshop.

Held at The Gasket Alley, the laid-back seminar targeted for Vespa, Scomadi, Benelli and Aprilia owners on how to properly maintain their bikes and what to look out for when it comes to servicing.

The workshop was successful in providing valuable knowledge and firsthand experience to the bike owners to ensure that their beloved bikes are always ready to ride.

Didi Resources (Moto Guzzi Malaysia) has finally launched the Moto Guzzi Flagship Centre which is located at the Gasket Alley, Petaling Jaya.

The new 3S Centre will house the manufacturer’s showroom as well as provide the best after sales services to all Moto Guzzi owners.

The latest 2017 Moto Guzzi V7 III Anniversario was also launched in conjunction with the introduction of the new 3S Centre.

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