i-Moto eMag #08 August 2019

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S APACHE RTR 200 4V | ART OF SPEED 2019

MOTORSPORTS  POWERUP  GEARUP  ADVENTURE & TOURING  REVIEWS I-RIDECLINIC

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This was the biggest GIVI Rimba Raid to date.The Class A-Group A category at GIVI Rimba Raid Janda Baik 2019, was won by Muhamad Habibullah Bin Mohd Saleh, or better known as Gabit, the 2018 defending champion won the race by a time of 48.40.440, joining Gabit, at the podium, the Wong brothers, Bee Wong Chun Hing (50.37.796) and his brother Alex Wong Chun Fah (1:19.16.837) completed the final podium spot.

Prior to the race on Saturday, there was heavy down pour at Bukit Tinggi start off, so the organizer of Rimba Raid decided to delay the start of the race as sections of the 50km enduro trails was at impossible conditions. The condition were still treacherous still even with the delay.

The race started 11.30am, with Bee Wong headed the Class A group off the start line.

Defending the title was not an easy task as Gabit who was riding a KTM 1050 Adventure fell 3 times and broke the front brake lever in the first fall. This year Rimba Raid saw Dakar rider Jeremias Isreal, (Team Givi) and more than 20 riders from Thailand and Singapore taking part.

GIVI Rimba Raid organizer Dato’ Captain Nik Huzlan said the trail was going to be tough Rimba Raid especially for novice riders and he was not joking, average rider would take around 2 hours to complete the 50++km enduro in the Pahang forest reserve . In fact, he dubbed the third and final

section as “The Green Hell.” would be the most difficult section. If the fastest rider completes the 50km trail under 2 hours, all riders would have to go through “The Green Hell” once more to complete the race.

This years starting order draw was randomly generated by computer. We can understand why the organiser, choose this draw generation as luck play a big part in the jungle trails.

Jeremias Isreal who was position in mid pack of the starting line, was having a good pace overtaking slower riders but unfortunately got tangle up with a fallen rider and he had to throw the bike to avoid hitting the rider and marshall who was helping the fallen rider. The incident had caused his ABS system on the Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE to turn on and off.

Even for expert riders like Gabit and Jeremias say Rimba Raid 2019 is tough, and for the rest of the competitors it was even a tougher race, but not an impossible race, as out the 150 riders who started the event, 40 were stuck.

Class A big dual-purpose had 70 entry but only 17 finished. We experience about 30km out of the 50++km and we know the Rimba Raid experience now as a not competitor carrying the organiser Sony action camera and riding along the same route as the competitors, we had the real chance to experience the Rimba Raid tough and hardcore trails 1st hand. Mentally and physically couple with off-road skill is much needed to complete the enduro tails.

Class B (for bikes 800cc and below) was won by Shamsul Azhar Bin Abu Hazim, better known as Acoi Pangkolo on the newly launch AJP7.

Class C for dirtbikes up to 250cc was won by Muhammad Hazlami Bin Mustapha Kamal.

With 150 participants from 16 countries, up from 105 of 11 nationalities. The 2019 Givi Rimba Raid is the biggest and the toughest yet, and plans for next years Rimba Raid 2020 is already in the drawing board, said Dato’ Captain Nik. Congratulation to all the finishers and all the participants.

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brief history of a homegrown brand, born and bred in Malaysia, which impacted the local racing scene till the

brand reached MotoGP as a technical partner. 24 years and going strong. Plans to build a R&D centre in the older premises in addition to the current R&D centre in Shah Alam.

Early Years (1995) In 1995, Racing Boy (now known as RCB) was first established in Penang, Malaysia.

Initially, the brand was registered under a company named Asia Alloy Enterprise. It was founded by Mr. Lee Meng Teck, a Malaysia Mechanic by profession, and a passionate motorcycle enthusiast.

Turning Point (1997) After few years in the business, in 1998 Mr Lee realised the needs to expand the business rapidly to meet with the demand of the fast-growing industry. Mr. Lee decided to expand his business and move the company from Penang to Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia.

Mr. Lee along with his brothers set up a new private limited company named, Meng Kah Autoparts (MKA) and incorporated the Racing Boy brand under the new company.

Uma Racing (2002) Uma Racing was established in the year 2002, a joint venture between Meng Kah Autoparts Trading Sdn Bhd (MKA), Mr Lee Meng Teck with Maju Motor Racing Sdn Bhd, Mr. Jason Yong.

Technical Sponsorship (2004) The Lee Brothers decided to test Racing Boy (RCB) products in the local racing scene. It received great exposure on its debut year as a technical sponsor, and the products are highly sought after regarded as “High Quality Performance Products� for motorcyclists.

Expanded Distribution (2005) With great success, MKA expanded its business through appointing Exclusive Distributorship in neighbouring Southeast Asian countries. By the end of 2009, Racing Boy (RCB) products were marketed in Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia and Greece.

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New Generation (2010) Mr. Lee hands over the baton to his eldest son, Mr. Bruce Lee. He gradually reposition the company (MKA) and Racing Boy (RCB) brands to another level. He puts enormous effort to invest in technology and further streamline the operation and strategy of the company.

Mr. Bruce Lee manage MKA Group of Companies as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), while his father Mr. Lee Meng Teck continues as chairman of MKA Group of Companies.

MKA Motorparts Asia (2012) Together with Malaysian Super Sports 600 Champion, CEO of MKA Mr. Bruce Lee and Mr. Doc Dol exploited the idea of importing European Branded products to trade in Southeast Asian market through MKA’s established network of distributors and dealers.

MotoGP Sponsorship and Rebranding of Racing Boy (RCB) (2013 – 2015) Due to numerous victories and Constructor’s title.

championship won by Racing Boy sponsored teams in Southeast Asia, has resulted in the joint venture of Racing Boy with Yamaha Japan for the Yamaha Factory MotoGP Team, as an official sponsor beginning in 2013.

Racing Boy was also rebranded to RCB in 2015.

Notable Accomplishments In 2002, Racing Boy (RCB) became the first brand to produce aluminium spoke wheels with various anodised colors and sizes. It changed the mind-set and perception of motorcycle enthusiast from conventional silver wheels to a premium looking anodised wheels.

- Since 2004, Racing Boy is still the main sponsor for the prestigious Malaysian Cub Prix Championship and as overall technical teams sponsor.

- In 2011, equipped with the latest advance automation technology and an experienced Research and Development (R&D) Team spearheaded by Japanese engineer, the company geared towards the product research and development to further improve the products.

- By the end of 2012, Racing Boy new product range was more technical oriented yet stylish and sought after by riders and racing teams in various championships throughout Southeast Asia.

- In 2015, the first World Championship Title won as an Official Sponsor while Factory Yamaha MotoGP won the Triple Titles.

• Jorge Lorenzo crowned as Overall Champion with Valentino Rossi finished 2nd overall in Riders Standing • Yamaha won the Constructor’s Title • Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team won the Team’s Title - In 2018, RCB started to develop exclusive technical parts to use in MotoGP world Championship.

RCB engineers work closely with Team Gresini Moto3, Team Petronas Moto2 and Team Petronas Moto3 to develop special parts exclusively for world racing use.

-Team Gresini Moto3 riders on board the Honda NSF250RW took the titles as Overall Champion with Jorge Martin and 2nd Overall with Fabio Di Giannantonio.

-Team DEL CONCA Gresini Moto3 Took the Champion Team’s title while Honda took the Champion

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In 2019, Honda Japan (HRC) expressed its interest in RCB to join its Honda Factory MotoGP, Honda Asia Moto2 & Moto3 Teams as Official Technical Sponsor of team HRC. RCB is now the official technical partner.

-Team Petronas expands its World Championship with Moto2, Moto3 and as Satellite Yamaha MotoGP. RCB once again expanded its technical expertise and supply technical parts to Team Petronas Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP bikes.

RCB Sponsored Teams and Riders in 2019 MotoGP World Championship Monster Energy Yamaha #46 Valentino Rossi #12 Maverick Vinales Team Repsol Honda #93 Marc Marquez #99 Jorge Lorenzo Petronas Yamaha SRT #20 Fabio Quartararo #21 Franco Morbidelli Petronas Sprinta Racing Moto2 #89 Khairul Idham Pawi Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Moto2 #20 Dimas Ekky Pratama #35 Somkiat Chantra Petronas Sprinta Racing Moto3 #17 John McPhee #71 Ayumu Sasaki Idemitsu Honda Team Asia Moto3 #27 Kaito Toba #79 Ai Ogura

Kรถmmerling Gresini Moto3 #19 Gabriel Rodrigo #54 Riccardo Rossi

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24th – 27th July 2019 Honda BigWing Setapak RoadShow + Test Ride One Utama Shopping Centre Old Wing Centre Court

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Art of Speed, Malaysia’s premier OldSkool & Kustom Kulture event, returns for its 8th iteration in 2019, bringing with it a showcase of locally-built customised cars and bikes, art gallery, interactive activities and exciting lucky draw giveaways that visitors have come to enjoy.

With a high crowd exceeding 55,000 visitors across two days, Art of Speed 2019 (AOS 2019) will once again take center stage at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS)

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Custom cars and bikes, even die cast model enthusiasts had the chance get a closer view of the international and local buliders showcasing its customizing talents.

The main attraction of Art Of Speed this year features Japanese builders are Heiwa Motorcycle from Japan with their BMW R9T Custom, which was commissioned by BMW Motorrad and Hot Dock Custom Cycle with their 1948 FL Harley-Davidson Custom “StG Nautilus”. The bike which won the “Grand Champion” at S&S 50th Anniversary “World’s Largest Build-Off” in 2008.

Another Art Of Speed tradition is the ever-growing attendance of international guests which car and bike enthusiasts are given the chance to meet every year.

This year’s distinguished guests include: 1. Shige Suganuma, Hiro “Wildman” Ishii & Masakazu “PAN” Sumi from MOONEYES 2. Oliver Jones Grayson a.k.a. The Cutrate; USA (Winner of Born Free 2019) 3. Shaik Ridzwan a.k.a. The Mighty Motor; USA 4.Geoffrey Douglas Baldwin from Return of the Café Racers; Australia 5.Chris Cooper from Fuel Tank; Australia 6.Matthew Everingham from Speedhunters.com; Australia

7.Marlon Slack from Pipeburn; Australia 8. Makoto Watanabe from Chopper Journal Magazine; Japan 9. Makoto Ukai from Model Cars & Let’s Play VW Magazine; Japan 10. Daisuke Katsumura & Satoshi Furuuchi from Kousoku Yuen Magazine & Street VW Magazine; Japan 11. Kanda Manabu from Kalifornia Look Magazine, Japan 12. Yasuo Sekijima from Vibes Magazine; Japan 13. Kengo Kimura from Heiwa Motorcycles; Japan 14. Keiji Kawakita from Hot Dock Custom Cycles; Japan 15. The Nash from Burnout Magazine; Japan 16. Daisuke Sakon from Kustomstyle; Japan 17. Kenichiro Kaneko from Truck Masters Show; Japan 18. Kenji Hasegawa from Orion Ace; Japan 19. The Bell; Japan 20. Makoto M&K Custom Signs; Japan 21. Ken Takano from Ken’s Art Kustom Garage; Japan 22. Jeffrey Chang from MOONEYES Taiwan

23. Lou Nozaki from Beetle Helmet; Japan Another Art Of Speed tradition is the ever-growing attendance of international guests which car and bike enthusiasts are given the chance to meet every year.

This year’s distinguished guests include: 1. Shige Suganuma, Hiro “Wildman” Ishii & Masakazu “PAN” Sumi from MOONEYES 2. Oliver Jones Grayson a.k.a. The Cutrate; USA (Winner of Born Free 2019) 3. Shaik Ridzwan a.k.a. The Mighty Motor; USA 4. Geoffrey Douglas Baldwin from Return of the Café Racers; Australia 5. Chris Cooper from Fuel Tank; Australia 6. Matthew Everingham from Speedhunters.com; Australia 7. Marlon Slack from Pipeburn; Australia 8. Makoto Watanabe from Chopper Journal Magazine; Japan 9. Makoto Ukai from Model Cars & Let’s Play VW Magazine; Japan 10. Daisuke Katsumura & Satoshi Furuuchi from Kousoku Yuen Magazine & Street VW Magazine; Japan 11. Kanda Manabu from Kalifornia Look Magazine, Japan

12. Yasuo Sekijima from Vibes Magazine; Japan 13. Kengo Kimura from Heiwa Motorcycles; Japan 14. Keiji Kawakita from Hot Dock Custom Cycles; Japan 15. The Nash from Burnout Magazine; Japan 16. Daisuke Sakon from Kustomstyle; Japan 17. Kenichiro Kaneko from Truck Masters Show; Japan 18. Kenji Hasegawa from Orion Ace; Japan 19. The Bell; Japan 20.Makoto M&K Custom Signs; Japan 21. Ken Takano from Ken’s Art Kustom Garage; Japan 22. Jeffrey Chang from MOONEYES Taiwan 23. Lou Nozaki from Beetle Helmet; Japan

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PETRONAS as Title Presenter for the 3rd consecutive year will released a once in a lifetime limited edition collectible in collaboration with Hot Wheels & Krome Bandits. Only at AOS 2019!

Hot Wheels with Global Hot Wheels Lead Designer (Premium and Collector Segments) Steve Vandervate. Coming all the way from the United States, Steve held a meet and greet at the event. He unveiled the Japan Historics 3 series, which will be released in 2020 under the theme “Legendary Japanese Cars”. Lifesized Nissan Skyline R31 and Honda City Turbo II along with prototype of the diecast showcased for attendees during the event.

Hausboom, in collaboration with Hot Wheels, presented an official 1:1 scale New Beetle Gen 1 as a prize give away for a lucky Hausboom consumer at the show. This official collaboration is the first of its kind in Asia. The Beetle will be designed and built by 405 Industries, the studio arm of Art of Speed Malaysia.

VANS showcasing a tribute to “Era”, a line of shoes that goes back to 1976. This special exhibition featured in Hall A. VANS also hosted a skate clinic and families with children joined to learn how to skateboard with equipment provided.

This year Sound Circus is also proudly supported by VANS, which line-up an Alist performers at the out door music festival.

Hail Vintage was back to AOS 2019 and hosted in Hall C, featuring a vintage work wear exhibition and 16 specialist vendors.

This year’s exhibition featured more than RM2 million in collectible vintage items.

The annual Kustom & Koffee Talk inside Hall A with overseas panelists Oliver Jones Grayson from The Cutrate and Matt Everingham from The Speedhunters. The forum discussed the latest trends in bike and car industries.

Other AOS 2019 activities include: • Roda Rumble 2019 – Two Wheels Gathering & Outdoor Festival supported

by Retro Mania • Food Park featuring Food Trucks, Outdoor Marketplace & Vintage Flea Market • Strider Race for kids organized by Strider Kids Malaysia • MINI 60th Anniversary Malaysia Celebration • Scale Dicast Culture gathering (Hall C) • Hot Wheels Club Malaysia Custom Contest & Play Zone (Hall C) • MSFSolo Masters Round (Parking Hall D) • Best Of British vintage bike showcase

by The Return of The Café Racer & Triumph Motorcycles Malaysia. (Hall A) • Malaysia Automotive, Robotics & IoT Institute showcase (Hall A) • Special Forum with YB Tuan Mohd Khairuddin Othman, the Exco for Youth, Sports & Human Capital Development for the State of Selangor sharing initiatives by the state government

The event officially launched by YAB Dato’ Menteri Besar Selangor, Tuan Amirudin Shari at 2pm, Saturday 27 July 2019 With music being an instrumental segment of Art of Speed, the main stage of AOS (known as ‘Sound Circus’) will be moved outdoors in order to accommodate an ever-increasing music fanbase. This year’s Sound Circus* line-up will feature Hujan as the main headline together with upcoming bands Bittersweet, Masdo, Gerhana Ska Cinta, Kapow and many others on Saturday & Sunday featuring Asheed Def Gab C, Kid Search and headline, Blues Gang. *Sound Circus on Saturday is strictly for ages 18 years old and above ONLY!

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oad test: 2019 KAWASAKI NINJA 400 The blitz of fun, nimble, practical, and affordable supersport bikes continues with Kawasaki’s all new 2019 Ninja 400, which replaces, the Ninja 300 originally introduced in 2015. This road test is about Kawasaki’s new mid-sized supersports.

Expect the Ninja 400 to be ridden on road and track and the experience would be a blast!

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i-Moto Overall, the new Ninja 400’s engine is everything you’d expect from a modern day Kawasaki motor: compact, powerful, reliable and fuel efficient. You realistically couldn’t ask anything more from a mid-sized engine at this price point.

Although Kawasaki had upgraded the engine to 399 capacity from its predecessor the Ninja 300, they managed to squeeze a 35% increase in torque and horse power between 3-7,000 RPM. We like how Kawasaki tends to favor low end power because it’s most practical for low speed conditions like commuting and also twisty road riding.

Kawasaki’s assisted slipper clutch, which not only reduces wheel hop on overly enthusiastic downshifts, and the lever pull seems effortless. The only cable clutch bike we’ve tested with a lighter pull is the Ninja 250 is with the similar slipper clutch. Weight is 7.7kg lighter than Ninja 300 Exhaust can looks slightly similar like the previous Ninja 300. As capable as the motor is in stock form, we’re still wondering how much power could be uncorked with a full aftermarket exhaust system.

Power wise we’re looking at 46hp at 10,000 rpm and 38nm of torque at 8,500 rpm. Power delivery is very smooth all the way to 199km/h. Shifting is crisp and positive through all six speeds.

Moving through the six speed gearbox is a quick and positive experience. The gear ratios felt smartly placed and had the engine working at approximately 6,000 rpm at 140km in sixth gear.

Last but not least, the roughly 300 km range from the 17litre tank results in a real-world 3.36 L/100km. For a 400cc commuter bike, it’s hard to beat this kind of fuel efficiency while I was working the 400cc engine really hard at way over highway speed limit.

The completely new faring looks closer to the bigger siblings new 2019 Ninja ZX636, but the look is a largely subjective topic but we consider the update was a visually attractive modern looking package from Kawasaki. Reworked front and side fairings are slightly wider and taller and help divert air away from the rider. The beak on Ninja 400 designed more like a H2

providing a more aggressive and Ninja style look.

In addition to a pre-molded plug for a 12v cigarette outlet to the left of the inner faring gives the convenience to stick a USB charging point, we give a big thumbs up to Kawasaki for including these small but usable changes.

The new all-digital instrument panel has a good amount of information, but is difficult to read in direct sunlight despite the nicely designed sun shade above it. I noticed the level of contrast changed slightly with viewing angle so someone who was slightly shorter may not notice this as much.

(Opting for a TFT style display would be a nice touch for Kawasaki in the future release model) Greater comfortable riding position is provided by clip-on style handlebars that give the Ninja a more sportier riding position from previous Ninja 300 model. I’ve found less handle bar vibration, especially high speed, but the front felt a little light at high speed over 170km/h but it isn’t uncontrollable even when I hit 199km/h. No excessive buzz and tingling fingers unlike

i-Moto its single cylinder competitor. But if I would own one I would lower the clip-on and place the clipon under the triple clamp. (not sure if that is even possible with the stock clip-ons) Most qualities of the new Ninja 400 have met and exceeded expectations in all major areas but there’s always room from improvement, an Up-side-down front forks would take the future Ninja 400 up another level. Despite many of the changes made to the NINJA 400, the Ninja DNA keeps its potential back as a supersport oriented bike.

All LED lighting is a great upgrade over the previous generation with now dual lights is lid up.

Previous generation, was one side low beam and one high beam. We test the headlights at night, the properly focused LED lights are far more brighter. The LED ZX10R styled brake-light are clearly visible in direct sunlight, but the rear turn signals are pretty ugly. (if we were to own a Ninja 400, for sure the rear would be replaced with an after market tail tidy, or just take it off, well that us folks) I felt would have been more important to replace the ugly looking side mirrors as it’s really a hassle to go through traffic. I immediately took out the side mirrors at a bicycle shop right after I rode out from Kawasaki Malaysia and replace my handlebar side mirror on the Ninja.

The Ninja 400’s foot pegs are 100% street DNA but an aftermarket would be been a nice and inexpensive touch. I’m not saying this is the case with the new Ninja 400, but it’s a detail that would have given a more comfortable and sporty riding geometry. Looking at the bike’s construction, this could be solved with the foot pegs raised up higher; however, with the standard tyres should be replaced with a stickier tyres as we were approaching the stock Dunlop Sportmax limit.

Front 110/70/17 size and the rear tyre is a hefty 150/60/17 size that come standard from Kawasaki.

The Sportmax surprisingly does an excellent job with all the hard riding I gave it during the road test, I was happy with the Dunlop ability to stick to the edges on tight twisty of Bukit Tinggi.

While the standard footpeg clearance with the nipple intact has pretty good cornering clearance even with my low cornering angle.

The bottom link Uni-trak suspension is pre-load adjustable in the rear with 41mm KYB front. Road manners were well-behaved and provided no surprises as I carved out some of Bukit Tinggi fast twisty. The stock suspension is competent for a wide variety of riding conditions. While those demanding more from this machine will be looking to upgrade to a harder suspension, but it should be fine for most riders and matches fairly well with the intended use.

When it’s all said and done, the Ninja 400 is an amazing value for a bike which is capable of just about anything most riders would ever want. We nit-pick because it’s our job to find problems with any motorcycles, but memories of our 2013 Ninja 250 still linger as the 250 was a practical, fun, friendly and affordable bike.

This Ninja 400 add more Ninja DNA, you’re arguably getting a lot of value.

Kawasaki’s new Ninja 400 sits squarely in the middle between other 300cc and 650cc options with plenty to offer and a very friendly price tag too. Making the perfect bike to satisfy everyone is an impossible task, but it’s great that Kawasaki is trying and, more importantly, are responding to market feedback in a timely manner.

Kawasaki’s new 2019 Ninja 400 is one of the best mid-sized sportbike on the market today.

Many experienced riders looking to downsize, know you could live the rest of his life with a bike like this and be happy with a few key upgrades. At the same time, the new Ninja 400 provides a solid platform for new riders to cut their teeth in track riding, commuting and exploring twisty roads.

Kawasaki is now listening more than ever to the sportbike segment, so there’s never been a better time to check out the new 2019 Ninja 400 at your local dealer or Ninja Shop.

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MODERN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER A sophisticated instrument design features a large analogue tachometer with warning lamps on one side, and a gear position indicator and multi-function LCD screen on the other.

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The large volume bodywork with hints of Ninja H2 and Ninja ZX10R styling attracts attention and gives a great level of wind protection.

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1. 399cc Ninja engine delivers improved power and torque over its 300cc predecessor; the smooth response and abundant low-end torque aid throttle control for new and experienced riders alike. 2. The Assist & Slipper clutch offers a lighter clutch lever feel and prevents rear wheel skipping on quick downshifts. 3. Ninja ZX-10R inspired LED tail light 4. LED headlamps contribute to the sharp looks and high visibility.

5. Large dual Ă˜ 310 mm petal discs, dual piston caliper and Bosch ABS delivers front brake power and feel.

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he TVS Motorcycle brand is third largest two-wheeler manufacturer in India and with the official distributor

in Malaysia, Daju Motor Sdn Bhd, which recently launched 2 models, the 110cc Neo and the Apache RTR 200, now has an upgraded model Apache RTR 4V Race Edition 2.0. The Apache models have sold over 3 million units worldwide.

We road-tested the new Apache RTR 4V Race Edition 2.0. Externally the new Race edition gets a new fly-screen with the sharp LED headlamp, new racing decals with the Race Edition and fork protectors. Most of the upgrade are internal, With the introduction of TVS Apache RTR 4V Race Edition 2.0, this model replaces the standard carburetor model, which was first introduced during the launch a few months back. The Race edition is the first motorcycle in its class to be equipped with an advanced A-RT (Anti-Reverse Torque) Slipper Clutch system, a TVS race-derived technology and Twin Spray Fuel-Injection technology developed with BOSCH from Germany and the throttle body by Delorto, Italy. The 5-speed engine has a deep throaty note especially low down in the rev range and all thanks to the double-barrel exhaust.

The ‘A-RT Slipper Clutch’ technology, underling the motorcycle’s performance, with 22% reduction in clutch force for quicker upshifts. The technology aims at ensuring rider safety in high-speed downshifts, avoids wheel-hopping while cornering, and improves vehicle stability which promises a sharp and precise gear shift with minimal effort.

The Race edition double-cradle frame is stiff and the conventional telescopic forks up front along with a rear monoshock, going twist corner are quite an easy task without much effort, but the front suspensions are a bit on the soft side.

The Apache has a commendable overtaking speed even at triple-digit speeds, TVS claim a top speed of 155km/h but on the test bike we got 146km/h, probably needed a long road to achieving that.

The riding position is not much aggressive, that normal for a naked street bike so don’t worry about getting tired back over long distances.

The impressive handling of the Race edition is further complemented by the decent grip from the 90/90-R17 front and 130/70-R17 rear from Pirelli Angel tyres, all thanks to which you will not feel losing out confidence even while going hard on sharp turns. A 270mm disc brake upfront along with a 240mm completes the braking set up on the Race Edition. The brakes offers impressive feedback and bite and you can rely on these in emergencies. TVS Apache RTR 4V Race Edition 2.0 directly challenges, Bajaj Pulsar NS, a brand also from India which is rebadged under Modenas.

For a test ride or more information on TVS Motorcycle, drop by Daju Motor’s new showroom located at Wisma DAJU 5, No. 21, Jalan Barat, 46200, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Tel: 03-7931 6512

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amaha launched a new sports fashion sport “Doxou” livery during its annual customer appreciation day at the Yamaha Gen Blu Carnival in MAEPS, Serdang, which attracted 11,836 Yamaha owners which was recorded in Malaysian Book of Records (MBR) as the ‘Largest gathering of Yamaha Motorcycle in one venue”.

Doxou livery further expands Yamaha’s reach into the premium and sporty lifestyle segments, and showcased a limited edition Y152R Doxou and a NVX Doxou complete with an array of fashionable apparel and merchandise dressed by sporty models.

As an added bonus, the motorcycles also come with an exclusive premium limited edition gift set which includes specially designed Doxou headphones, keychains, and certificates inscribed with the engine and chassis details of the motorcycles.

A breathtaking stunt show by international duet performers on the Yamaha YZF-R6 and YZF-RZS motorcycles and demo NVX Challenge race.

Free Moto GP tickets up for grabs in the bike simulator challenge contest.

Malaysian singer and song writer, Faizal Tahir indulging the crowd with his hit songs Various carnival games and challenges with exciting prizes given out. An array of food trucks catering to the massive turnout.

The Yamaha Gen Blu Carnival event was packed with exciting new content designed to uplift customer experience and satisfaction to the next level, and features the following attractions: Grand Prize: Yamaha’s iconic 900cc Street Fighter, the famous MT09 and a mystery bike, Y15ZR Doxou, unveiled on the Carnival day itself.

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Handy Features: New spoiler Speaker ready (not precabled) Total comfort, even with glasses Specific helmet bag Quick release screen ratchet Visibility: 2 reflective zones

Easy one-hand opening system Elastomeric molded visor trim

Communication: Speaker ready (not precabled) Interior: EPS - triple density internal shell Interior 100% removable and washable Morpho System Plus (cheeks and head pads available in your size) Ergonomic 3D cheek pads Insulation: Removable noise reduction pads.

Acoustic collar for noise reduction

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Known primarily for their quality luggage options, GIVI has been selling a full line of helmets for years now. GIVI is no newcomer to making helmets and it shows in their HPS X.01 Tourer.

Constructed with a polycarbonate shell and weighing 1,590±50gm, the Tourer is no featherweight, yet you will never feel heavy during any of you long rides. The removable visor has a moderately aggressive design that compliments the round shape of the helmet shell nicely.

Weight : gr.1590±50 Visor : • Anti scratch clear visor Inner Lining : • Removable inner lining • Small smoked sun visor • Removable cheek pads • Pinlock® ready • Anallergic fabric Homologation: ECE-R22-05; Double Homologation P/J

The Givi X.16 Voyager modular helmet is the helmet suited to meet the needs of the biker who loves a full-face helmet, but during pit-stops, especially during the summer months, loves the comfort and fit of a modular helmet.

Thanks to its P Homologation, the X.16 helmet can be used either in its full face mode or as a modular helmet, ie closed whilst riding and open during the pit-stops.

The Givi X.16 Voyager is available in four colour options (glossy white, matt black, matt titanium and neon yellow). It is equipped with a thermoplastic shell and an improved ventilation system. The chin guard can be opened, the main visor is “Pinlock” ready and the sun visor is controlled by an internal steel cable. In addition, it is supplied equipped with a wind deflector, breath guard, a micrometric buckle for rapid release plus a removable and washable inner lining.

Weight : gr.1690±50 Inner Lining : • Removable inner lining • Removable cheek pads • Anallergic fabric Visor : • Anti scratch clear visor • Quick release • Small smoked sun visor • Pinlock® ready Homologation: ECE-R22-05; Full face

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The demand Jet-type helmets is constantly growing, and GIVI’s response is a helmet that combines the highest quality and a really competitive price.

A demonstration in versatility, it is the double homologation that allows MATT BLACK use in both jet and full face versions.

Weight • gr.1350±50 Inner Lining • Removable inner lining • Removable cheek pads • Anallergic fabric Visor • Anti scratch clear visor • Small smoked sun visor Homologation: • ECE-R22-05 • Jet

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GIVI’s helmet the combination of the highest quality and with a really competitive price.

It is the double homologation SPEED WHITE

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Weight • gr.1380±50 Inner Lining • Removable inner lining • Removable cheek pads • Anallergic fabric Visor • Anti scratch clear visor • Small smoked sun visor Homologation: • ECE-R22-05 • Jet

The new generation of GIVI helmets are equipped with the 'Anti-Scratch Visor' certainly gives you a safer riding experience and looks more stylish.

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Weight • gr.1450±50 Inner Lining • Removable inner lining • Removable cheek pads • Anallergic fabric Visor • Anti scratch clear visor Homologation: • ECE-R22-05 • Full Face

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aza Premira Sdn Bhd, official distributor of the Vespa brand in Malaysia today introduced three sporty and stylish scooters to Vespa fans in Malaysia; Vespa Primavera S 150, Vespa Sprint S 150 and Vespa S125 Carbon Edition.

Forged from the Vespa sport DNA, the new Vespa sporty line-up has upgraded aesthetics and is perfect for active and trendy Malaysian urbanites of all genders who love being at the centre of attention.

“It is our utmost priority to deliver the best, latest Vespa products to our loyal customers. Since 2010, we have successfully put close to 12,000 Vespa scooters on Malaysian roads and the number is rapidly increasing. With the launch of this new Vespa sporty line-up, we are confident that 2019 will be another dynamic year for Naza Premira and the Naza Group, “ said SM Nasarudin SM Nasimuddin, Group Executive Chairman & Group CEO, Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd.

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Benelli exclusive’s BEST-Shop, in Selangor, by Kedai Motorsikal Tenaga Sdn Bhd. The Benelli BEST-Shop Kajang is located at No.2, Jalan Hentian 2, Pusat Hentian Kajang, Jalan Reko, 43000 Kajang, Selangor.

The corner-lot showroom contains motorcycle gallery to showcase full range of Benelli motorcycles, state-of-art service center, genuine accessories and spare parts corner.

Benelli has received overwhelming response in Malaysia since the launch of the touring bike TRK 502 and classic Leoncino.

The BEST-Shop Kajang operates from 9am – 7pm from Mondays to Fridays, 9am – 6pm on Saturdays and is closed on Sundays.

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