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Honda enthusiasts are in for a treat as Boon Siew Honda (BSH) unveils the Repsol Limited Edition for the popular Honda Vario 160.

  • This limited edition model promises a thrilling riding experience coupled with a striking new color scheme that is sure to turn heads on the road.
  • The Repsol Edition is limited to just 2,000 units. 

One of the key highlights of the Repsol Limited Edition is its captivating new color, aptly named the Repsol Edition. This vibrant and eye-catching design pays homage to Honda’s successful partnership with Repsol, the renowned energy company. The Repsol Edition adds a touch of sportiness and exclusivity to the Honda Vario 160, setting it apart from the standard models.

The Honda Vario 160 Repsol Edition will be available in a limited quantity of 2,000 units at all authorized Boon Siew Honda dealerships nationwide starting from July 20th, 2023. Priced at an attractive recommended showroom price of RM10,498, riders can get their hands on this unique edition, but it’s important to note that the price excludes road tax, insurance, and registration fees.

Under the hood, the Honda Vario 160 boasts a powerful 157cc 4-valve engine featuring the enhanced Smart Power Plus (eSP+) technology. This technology delivers a maximum power output of 15hp @ 8,500 rpm and 13.8 Nm @ 7,000 rpm.

To enhance maneuverability, the Honda Vario 160 is built with an enhanced Smart Architecture Frame (eSAF), making it more agile and responsive. Safety features are also a priority, as this limited edition model comes equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) on the front wheel. The inclusion of ABS instills confidence in riders, especially when navigating unpredictable road conditions.

Other feature includes:

  • Honda Smart Key System with keyless ignition and anti-theft alarm.
  • full LED light system
  • built-in USB charger

 

Selepas menjalani Misano Test dengan cemerlang, lapan kali juara dunia, Marc Marquez akan kembali ke litar lumba MotoGP pada hujung minggu ini di GP Aragon.

Pelumba Repsol Honda itu berjaya melengkapkan Misano Test yang berlangsung selama dua hari sebelum menyambung latihan intensif di rumah.

Berdasarkan keputusan ujian, Marc Marquez dan Honda telah menetapkan pusingan seterusnya di GP Aragon sebagai medan untuk dia kembali berlumba.

Kali terakhir Marquez beraksi adalah 110 hari lalu (29 Mei) di GP Itali. 

Sejak menjalani pembedahan tangan kanan kali keempat, Marquez telah mengikut panduan ketat yang ditetapkan pasukan perubatannya dalam usaha untuk kembali dalam keadaan 100 peratus cergas.

Selepas pelbagai pemeriksaan dan ujian, semua pihak berpuas hati dengan proses pemulihan yang dijalani Marquez.

Difahamkan, objektif utama penyertaan perlumbaan di Aragon adalah usaha untuk mencapai kecergasaan perlumbaan. 

Sewaktu ujian di Misano, Marquez turut menguji jentera RC213V yang dipasang dengan ‘swingarm’ Kalex. Ini merupakan kali pertama Honda mengguna pakai komponen dari pengeluar lain. 

Honda CBR150R kini tampil dengan edisi Repsol bagi tahun 2022 menyertai pilihan warna sedia ada yang ditawarkan di pasaran.

Livery Repsol ini secara tidak langsung menyerlahkan lagi rupa CBR150R secara menyeluruh terutamanya dengan penggunaan warna terang sama seperti yang terpampang pada jentera RC213V Honda di MotoGP.

Penggunaan warna oren juga diterapkan di bahagian rim, tangki dan di bahagian atas lampu depan.

Bagaimanapun, tiada perubahan lain dilakukan terhadap bahagian spesifikasi dan enjin yang masih lagi digerakan enjin satu silinder 150cc DOCH yang menawarkan 16hp pada 9,000rpm dan 13.7Nm @ 7,000rpm.

Kuasa disalurkan kepada tayar belakang menerusi transmisi 6-kelajuan manakala sistem brek pula dikendalikan ABS dwi-saluran.

Menariknya, BSH mendedahkan bahawa CBR150R edisi Repsol ini hanya terhad kepada 800 unit sahaja dan ditawarkan pada harga RM13,499.

Marc Marquez disahkan tidak akan terlibat dengan pusingan kedua MotoGP di Argentina ekoran masih lagi terkesan dengan diplopia (penglihatan berganda).

Enam kali juara dunia MotoGP itu mengalami kemalangan serius sewaktu sesi pemanas badan di Litar Mandalika pada 20 Mac lalu dan terpaksa diketepikan daripada aksi perlumbaan.

Dia kemudiannya disahkan mengalami diplopia kali kedua ekoran daripada kemalangan yang dialaminya.

Dalam perkembangan terkini, kem HRC mengesahkan pelumba Repsol Honda itu akan turut terlepas aksi di GP Argentina dalam usaha untuk kembali pulih sepenuhnya.

Bagaimanapun, sewaktu pemeriksaan, doktor memaklumkan bahawa penglihatan Marquez semakin pulih dan bertambah baik.

“Penilaian kedua yang dijalankan terhadap Marquez pada Isnin menunjukan pemulihan yang baik terhadap saraf keempat di sebelah kanan yang terkesan ekoran terjatuh sewaktu di GP Indonesia.

“Namun, pemulihan masih belum sempurna dan Marquez harus mematuhi rejim terapeutik dan rawatan konservatif (untuk pulih sepenuhnya),” jelas Dr Sanchez Dalmau.

Keadaan semasa Marc Marquez mencetuskan pelbagai tanda tanya terhadap karier pelumba itu sejak kemalangan ngeri yang dihadapainya di Jerez pada musim 2020.

Insiden tersebut menyaksikan dia terpaksa jalani dua pembedahan di bahagian tangan tangan sehinggakan terlepas baki keseluruhan musim 2020 dan permulaan musim 2021.

Ketika perkembangannya tampak baik bagi musim 2022, kemalangan di Litar Mandalika kembali menjejaskan peluang pelumba Sepanyol itu untuk bersaing di peringkat tertinggi musim ini.

In the world of MotoGP, performance is key but a good partnership will enhance a lot of aspects. Together with trust to produce results, these things come together along with a high dose of faith, which is why Repsol has renewed its partnership with Honda for the next two years. (more…)

  • Repsol Honda teah memperkenalkan jentera bagi kempen MotoGP 2019.
  • Ianya adalah ulang tahun ke-25 kerjasama antara Repsol dan Honda.
  • Beberapa buah ‘pengubahsuaian’ dapat dilihat pada jentera Jorge Lorenzo, kemasan grafik pada jentera 2019 kekal sama.

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  • Repsol Honda unveils the bike for the MotoGP 2019 campaign.

  • It was the 25thanniversary of Repsol and Honda’s partnership.

  • Some “modifications” are seen on Jorge Lorenzo’s bike, although the 2019 bike has the exact same livery.

For those waiting to see the 2019 Repsol Honda bike were surely disappointed as the livery remains unchanged.

Many had expected a new colour scheme as the Spanish petroleum giant and Honda celebrate the 25thanniversary of their collaboration. Unfortunately, it turned out to be the stale same-ol’-same-ol’ stripes.

However, there seem to be a few notable differences on Jorge Lorenzo’s bike (pictured above).

  • Polished aluminium frame and swingarm.
  • The fuel tank is extended at the rear. Lorenzo prefers to push his weight further back.
  • An extended seat stop.
  • Both bikes sport larger aerobodies.

The launch was held at the Sentul circuit in Indonesia. Current riders Marc Marquez and Jorge Lorenzo were joined by past Repsol Honda champions Mick Doohan and Alex Creville.

L-R: Mick Doohan, Marc Marquez, Jorge Lorenzo, Alex Creville

The Repsol-Honda partnership began in 1994 when Doohan won the first of his five world 500cc GP championship. Alex Creville won the 1999 championship when Doohan crashed heavily during qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez and retired.

Of course, both current riders spewed team savvy answers about how happy they are with the team, how they are confident in winning, yada, yada, yada.

Marc Marquez will be in action at the shakedown test from 1st to 3rd February prior to the first 2019 pre-season testing from 6th to 8th February. Both tests will be held at the Sepang International Circuit.

First impressions of the new Honda RS150R after riding it on Teluk Intan’s streets and Cub Prix track.

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Dani Pedrosa, the fastest MotoGP never to win a World Championship has squashed all rumours about him joining Rossi at Yamaha by signing for Honda until the end of the 2018 season.

Squashing all rumours about Pedrosa joining Rossi at Yamaha, Honda Racing Corporation has officially confirmed that Pedrosa will be staying with the Repsol Honda Team until 2018.

This coming weekend will be Dani Pedrosa’s 250th race in the World Championship.

Pedrosa has raced for HRC for his entire career which began in 2001 when the Spaniard made his Grand Prix debut in the then 125cc class.

From there Pedrosa went on to claim the 125cc and 250cc World Championship titles, and then entered the premiere class of MotoGP with the Repsol Honda Team in 2006. He has finished as the title runner-up on three occasions – 2007, 2010, 2012.

Just for the record, Dani Pedrosa has achieved more podium finishes for the Honda factory than any other rider – a total of 142 including 51 victories, three fewer than Mick Doohan’s Honda record.

Dani Pedrosa is currently fourth in the championship.

So with Pedrosa confirmed at Honda, the question remains as to who will partner Rossi at Yamaha. The young star Maverick Vinales could just have another shot at the coveted seat at Yamaha.

CBR-RR Malaysia Mega Gathering 2016 marks the community’s third and largest ever gathering on record. (more…)

Movistar Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo kick-starts 2015 Shell Malaysian MotoGP weekend at the top of the time sheets.

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Two-time MotoGP champion and Repsol-Honda rider Marc Marquez shares his experience of the all-new Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin in video.

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