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  • Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia baru-baru ini telah melancarkan secara rasmi lapan buah model yang baru: Bonneville Bobber Black, Bonneville Speedmaster, dan enam buah varian Triumph Tiger 800.
  • Kami telah berpeluang untuk menunggang uji motosikal Bobber Black, Tiger 800 XCX dan Tiger 800 XRX.
  • Model Tiger 800 XR kini ditawarkan pada harga istimewa RM56,900 (harga asas beserta GST).

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  • Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia had just officially launched eight new models: Bonneville Bobber Black, Bonneville Speedmaster, and six Triumph 800 variants.

  • We had the chance to test ride the Bobber Black, Tiger 800 XCX and Tiger 800 XRX.

  • The Tiger 800 XR is now offered at a special price of RM56,900 (basic selling price incl. of 6% GST).

Life probably couldn’t get any sweeter than this. Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia launched not just one, but eight new models at one go: Bonneville Bobber Black, Bonneville Speedmaster, and Tiger 800 XCX, XCA, XR, XRX, XRX LRH (Low Ride Height), XRT variants.

The launch coincides with the Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia’s Grand Dinner at the Berjaya Bukit Tinggi resort area. Some 400 Triumph owners attended the event, in addition to us motojournalists.

Please click on the link below for our coverage on the event.

2018 Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black, Speedmaster & Tiger 800 launched! From RM56,900

Motojournalists gathered in the early morning to sample the ensemble of new bikes – Bonneville Bobber Black, Tiger 800 XCX and Tiger 800 XRX. We rode from the Colmar Tropicale Convention Center down to the first security check point and back up to the Colmar. Each journalist was assigned a certain bike on the way out and exchanged for another for the return trip.

Anyone who’s ridden up and down Bukit Tinggi will attest to the challenging nature of the road. The lanes are narrow, the corners are sharp, bad road condition in certain sections and there are parts where dirt has been deposited by heavy rains. It’s a real good place to test the handling characteristics of any bike.

Image courtesy of PR Kraft

Although the test ride sessions were brief, it was enough to draw some preliminary verdicts as we’ve ridden the previous models, a few for more than 500km. However, rest assured that we’ll run extensive tests and reviews in due time, so stay tuned!

Let’s get to it.

BONNEVILLE BOBBER BLACK

First and foremost, the Bonneville Bobber Black isn’t the successor to the massively popular Bonneville Bobber, which happens to be the best-selling model in all of Triumph’s 30-year history.

The “original” Bobber launched for 2016 was already a wonderful bike by all means, featuring modern attributes such as ABS, traction control, Ride-by-Wire throttle, torque assist clutch among others. The highlight of the Bobber is of course the floating rider’s seat. One word sums up the Bobber’s styling: Attitude.

The Bobber Black, however, takes it further. Triumph calls it, “Darker. Meaner. Stronger.” therefore the stance is now more muscular and aggressive.

The 19-inch front wheel has been replaced with a 16-incher, shod with 130/90-size Avon Cobra tyre, specifically developed for the bike. To support the larger tyre, you’ll massive 47mm diameter Showa cartridge forks (like those you’d find on a high-end sportbike) vs. 41mm conventional ones on the Bobber.

Additionally, there are now dual disc brakes clamped by Brembo calipers. The Bobber Black also sees cruise control added to it which is actuated is by a single button. The headlight is now fully LED with Daytime Running Lights (DRL).

The other distinguishing features of the Bobber Black are the blacked-out theme: Fuel tank, side panels, fork tubes, exhaust, engine, handlebar, levers, wheel hubs and so on.

The original Bobber with its 100/90 front tyre would of course feel more flickable around Bukit Tinggi, but the Bobber Black was surprisingly almost as good too. The brakes were a little on the softer side in the initial pull but they do get progressively stronger further into the lever’s stroke. I suspected that the brake pads haven’t bedded in fully yet.

The front suspension was predictably awesome as it soaked up road irregularities and didn’t dive like a submarine under hard braking. They didn’t pogo back up when the brakes were released, either.

The rear mimics a hardtail, but that’s the key word: mimic; for it felt natural. It worked well over all road surfaces, except deep depressions and potholes, but it’d probably be worse for other bikes (except the Tiger, of course). By the way, the name “Bobber” eludes to the chopped styling, not the bike “bobbing” up and down – which the Bobber Black and Bobber never did.

Triumph left the 1200cc, liquid-cooled, 270o crank, HT (High Torque) engine alone. It performed brilliantly, punching the bike out of corners, while Triumph’s trademark linear throttle response gave you the confidence to crack open the throttle sooner. All the while being serenaded by a deep, throbbing exhaust note.

Want a factory custom which exudes all the style and character, plus good handling? Look no further than the Bonneville Bobber Black. Oh, I almost forgot: There are more than 300 items in Triumph’s accessories catalogue to fully bling out your Bonneville, so get bobbing today.

TIGER 800 XRX, XCX

We loved the previous Tiger 800.

We had ridden the previous Tiger 800 XR and XC versions on many occasions and it was our favourite 800cc adventure-tourer, by far. It was well-rounded in its performance, filling a wide range of riding styles and needs. It was so good that we wondered how Triumph could actually improve on it for the new model.

Well, it wasn’t just a facelift, that’s for sure. Not Triumph. Uh-uh. The Hinckley, UK-based manufacturer poured in more than 200 revisions just to the chassis and engine. That’s not including changes, upgrades and revisions to the componentry, bodywork, ergonomics.

Starting from the front, the Tiger 800 now has a new windscreen which is adjustable for five positions. That’s not all, as the screen is now mounted on four points, instead of two to eliminate buffeting at the top. It is now a one-handed operation. Additionally, wind deflectors below the screen channel wind away from the rider.

As for rider ergonomics, the handlebar is now 10mm closer to the rider. Standing on the footpegs to simulate off-road riding, all we saw was the instrument cluster. This is a good aspect of an off-roader, meaning that the rider could put more weight onto the front tyre.

The seat had felt much more comfortable than before, since seat compound is new, with a “3D mesh technology.” The rider’s seat is also adjustable for two heights.

Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia had prepared both XRX and XCX versions for the media on this occasion. As such, both bikes had the new 5-inch, fully-colour TFT instrument panel, a la Street Triple RS. The panel displayed every bit of information a rider would need, including a fuel range metre that ran down to zero, instead of annoying us with the number of kilometres travelled from whence the low-fuel warning began (found on other bikes). The TFT display also has an Auto Contrast feature which adjusted its brightness according to ambient lighting.

Since the TFT display was similar to that of the Street Triple RS, Triumph had also transplanted the hand controls to the Tiger 800, putting everything within easy reach of the  rider’s thumb. Switching riding modes or toggling through the data is through a 5-way joystick. The rider no longer had to reach forward into the instrument cluster to change settings.

The cruise control has similarly been revised, now without an ON/OFF master switch.

Moving downwards the front brakes are Brembo items. They were progressively strong but not grabby. Grabby brakes are the last thing you want if you’re riding off-road.

The 800cc, inline-Triple engine has been revised with a more mass centralized cooling system, lower 1st gear ratio, lighter and freer flowing exhaust, lighter alternator, and the removal of the backlash gear in the transmission.

Where the Tiger 800 differs are the intended usage, which consist two versions: The road-oriented XR and the adventure-oriented XC (Cross Country). Each version is then split into further sub-variants depending on the level of accessories and equipment.

The XR lineup consists of four models: The base XR, the mid-tier XRX, the XRX LRH (Low Ride Height), and flagship XRT. The XR range uses cast 19-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear, instead of the spoked 21-inch front and 17-inch of the XC range.

The base XR gets all the new changes except for the Brembo brakes, TFT display, cruise control and riding modes, although it does have ABS and traction control.

The middle XRX version has 4 ride modes, cruise control, full colour 5” LCD, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and turn indicators, switchcubes and 5-way joystick, Brembo front brakes, 5-position windscreen and aero deflectors and handguards.

The bells and whistles version with fully-adjustable Showa front suspension, all-LED lighting, backlit switches, 5 riding modes, additional 3 LCD screen styles and auxiliary LED lighting is the XRT.

On the XC side, the base XC model had been eliminated and so had the XCX LRH. The lineup now starts with the XCX as the base model, instead.

Triumph Motorcycle Malaysia revealed that the manufacturer is looking to expand their influence in the off-roading world, hence the Tiger XCX and XCA have been given a few important updates.

Apart from the main features of the XRX, the XCX features 5 riding modes, including the new “Off-Road Pro” mode. In this mode, traction control is switched off as is the rear wheel’s ABS. The front wheel’s ABS remains active. This feature allows the rider to lock the rear wheel while still allowing for maximum braking pressure in the front tyre to retain the ability to steer the bike. It’s most useful to lock and drag the rear wheel while heading down a steep off-road slope, besides sliding the rear wheel around a turn in the dirt.

Also standard on the XCX are engine protection bars, aluminium sump guard and radiator guard.

As for the XCA, it shares the XCX’s features with a few additions. There are 6 riding modes, including one which is programmable by the rider; all-LED lighting; a total of 6 screen styles in two themes; and heated grips and seats.

So, what do these massive number of changes yield in the new Tiger 800?

The new engine sounded different from the outset. Whereas the previous bike’s exhuast sounded a little muted, the new bike’s was boomier. The engine is now quieter too.

The seating position felt similar, but the arms don’t feel so stretched forward. The previous Tiger 800 had been supremely flickable and that trait has been brought forward to the new model. However, the newer bike felt more stable, planted and suspension action was “tighter” when quick-flicked into a corner. Changing lines in the middle of corners were done even without being a concern to the rider. Think it and the bike does it.

Most tall bikes with long travel suspension don’t enjoy being trail-braked into corners, especially those with “manual” suspension. But not the new Tiger 800. You could be as aggressive as you want but the bike never seemed fazed.

Fueling was superbly linear and the engine revs up. But it was the availability of torque everywhere in the rev range that was truly additive. So much torque in fact that I just left it in 4th and 5th gear while riding around Bukit Tinggi. 3000 RPM in 5th gear equaled 60 km/h, but the bike could pull cleanly off from below 2000 RPM without juddering.

The third-generation Tiger 800’s engine was really smooth for a three-cylinder, but it’s even smoother on the new bike. Besides that, it felt like the bike had a slipper clutch although it didn’t, due to the removal of the backlash gears. Consequently, corner entries and midcorner attitude was super smooth.

Those confidence-inspiring traits were what endeared us to the third-generation Tiger 800, but the new bikes are absolutely even better now. It wasn’t only us who found the new Tiger 800 amazing, for every motojournalist gushed over them.

The new Tiger 800 is set to take the world by storm.

As a footnote, Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia is currently running an introductory promotion for the new Tiger 800 XR. It’s priced at a mouthwatering RM56,900 (basic selling price incl. of 6% GST) so hurry over now for a test ride.

For more information, please visit Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia’s FB page.

  • Bagi tahun 2017, Triumph Motorcycles telah menjual lebih daripada 63,000 motosikal mereka melalui pengedar mereka di seluruh dunia.
  • Sebanyak 63,404 unit telah terjual yang mana ianya mendatangkan hasil jualan sebanyak £498.5 juta (RM2.7 Billion).
  • Triumph meraih keuntungan sebanyak £24.7 juta (RM134 juta), iaitu peningkatan sebanyak 48% dari peningkatan jualan sebanyak 22% di seluruh dunia.

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For 2017, Triumph Motorcycles sold over 63,000 motorcycles from their dealerships around the globe.

63,404 units were sold which translates to £498.5 million (RM2.7 billion) in sales revenue.

Triumph made £24.7 million (RM134 million) in profits which is a 48% increase thanks to a 22% rise in sales worldwide.

With the current standpoint of the world’s ever fluctuating market for motorcycles, Triumph Motorcycles was proud to announce that they have seen a growth in sales for 2017 despite the economic conditions in which some other manufacturers experienced a significant drop. (more…)

 

  • Triumph Motorcycles baru sahaja memperkenalkan generasi mereka yang seterusnya, Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018.
  • Motosikal cruiser moden klasik ini menggunakan kerangka yang serupa yang boleh didapati pada motosikal Bobber mereka dan dijana oleh enjin tork tinggi berkembar selari, 1,200cc, T120 mereka.
  • Motosikal berilhamkan tahun 50-an Speedmaster ini menghasilkan 76hp dan 106Nm tork dan dilengkapi dengan ciri-ciri moden seperti kawalan bersiar, pendikit ‘Ride-By-Wire’, mod penunggangan yang boleh dipilih, ABS, kawalan cengkaman dan pelbagai lagi ciri-ciri moden yang lain.

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Triumph Motorcycles has just introduced their next generation 2018 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster.

The modern classic cruiser uses a similar frame found in their Bobber and powered by their T120’s 1,200cc parallel-twin high-torque engine.

The 50s-inspired Speedmaster produces 76hp and 106Nm of torque with other modern features such as cruise control, ride-by-wire throttle, selectable riding modes, ABS, traction control and many more.

Triumph Motorcycles has just unveiled their latest 2018 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster yesterday. The rebirth of the Speedmaster model which was first launched back in 2002 has gone through quite an evolution specially planned for its return into the modern classic world. (more…)

 

Triumph telah melancarkan satu video usikan pendek yang menandakan pelancaran yang akan datang bagi Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster 2018 pada 3 Oktober 2017.
Pengeluar motosikal premium British itu memilih untuk menghidupkan semula model Speedmaster yang pada mulanya dilancarkan pada tahun 2002.
Kami menganggap yang model Speedmaster terbaru ini akan menggunakan enjin terbaru 1,200cc mirip motosikal Thruxton dan Bobber.

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Triumph has released a very short teaser video signalling the upcoming launch of the new 2018 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster on 3 October 2017.

The premium British bike manufacturer has chosen to revive the Speedmaster model which was first launched back in 2002.

We’re guessing that the new Speedmaster will run Triumph’s latest 1,200cc engine similar to the Thruxton and Bobber.

This coming 3 October 2017, Triumph will be introducing the latest addition into the Bonneville family that is the new 2018 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster. The British manufacturer has announced this via a very short teaser video showing nothing but the name and date. (more…)

Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia has just announced the pricing on five of its latest 2017 models. These five models are bound for Malaysian showrooms and should be available very soon except for the new Street Triple 800 S that could take slightly longer than the initial five. But at an expected price of below RM50,000, the new Street Triple is one motorcycle worth waiting for, but for those who just can’t wait, the prices of the new Triumphs could be hard to resist. We break it down for you:

Street Triple R & Triple RS

The new range starts with the new 765cc Street Triple R LRH (Low Ride Height) which starts from RM58,900 while the Street Triple RS will be priced at RM66,900. The Triple R is now 11.3% more powerful than before and offers a peak power output of 115hp @ 12,000rpm. The Triple RS however is 16% more powerful and offers a peak power output of 120hp @ 11,700rpm.

Bonneville Bobber

This highlighted anticipated modern classic from Triumph looks as if it came roaring out of a 70s Triumph brochure. Featuring iconic bobber design features like the stripped back, low, single seat, wide flat bars and hard tail look, the new Bobber is friendly for all riders with its adjustable riding position. Though it runs the same 1200cc engine as the Bonneville T120 but has been tuned for a more distinctive Bobber sound. What is really unique here though is the 16,000km service intervals, and the RM74,900 asking price if you opt for the single colour scheme. Or RM75,900 for the dual colour scheme.

Bonneville T100 and T100 Black

Two of the favorites in the Triumph range, the T100 and T100 Black represent the entry point to the Bonneville family. Both bikes share the iconic silhouette and some of the modern features found in the top of the line T120. Both are powered by the same 900cc engine which now features more torque, enhanced fuel economy, and a deeper exhaust note. The price starts from RM63,900 for the Jet Black colour scheme to RM65,900 for the dual colour scheme.

All-new Street Cup

Also based on the Bonneville family, the Street Cup is an all-new model and has been designed to deliver all the attitude, personality, presence and style of a contemporary cafe racer. It shares the same styling principles as the Street Twin and is loaded with distinctive features of an urban sports bike like the authentic bullet seat with alcantara finish, the cafe racer inspired seat cowl, colour matched fly screen, bar-end mirrors and even the polished stainless steel bezels that look like they came right off the more expensive Triumph Thruxton. The Street Cup is a genuine cafe racer with a reasonable price at RM65,900.

All prices quoted are inclusive of GST but without insurance.

CEO of Fast Bikes Sdn Bhd, the importer and distributor of Triumph Motorcycles in Malaysia, Dato Razak Al-Malique reassured Triumph owners and potential Triumph owners when he said, “The new price announcement reflects on our assurance to introduce these models at a realistic price range,” adding that the company is in the midst of finalizing the pricing for the Street Triple S variant and also the Street Scrambler.

Those interested in to view, test ride or fork out the cash for a Triumph Motorcycle can call +60379609007 for more information. If you are in the southern region, the number to call would be +6072073007 and those in the north can call +6042273007.

Those in East Malaysia, the brand is represented in Kuching, Sarawak and the number to call would be +60148877166 while those in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah can contact +60193088881 for more information.

Alternatively, you can visit the official Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia website by clicking here.

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