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New Track-Only Yamaha R1 GYTR Breaks Cover

Yamaha has unveiled a new track-only R1 GYTR motorcycle.

The Japanese marquee recently filed a new trademark filing for the R1.
The latest generation R1 is ineligible for the road but we could see a road legal version soon, likely at the EICMA show in November.

That said, what’s new about the track-only R1?

Firstly, like the previous track-oriented R1, it is developed by Genuine Yamaha Technologies Racing (GYTR). GYTR also responsible for developing practice bikes for racers.

In addition, GYTR also sponsors GRT Yamaha WorldSBK team and the Yamaha Austria Racing Team (YART) competing in the Endurance World Championship (EWC).

According to Yamaha, the R1 GYTR features track-ready components including:

Akrapovic Race muffler and mid-pipe system
AIS plug set
Engine cover set
GYTR ECU
Wiring harness
PC interface cable
GYTR ABS Emulator
GYTR On/Off Switch
15/42T 520 sprockets
GYTR R-Series 520 racing chain
BS R11 tires
GYTR Racing Fuel Cap
GYTR Stainless Steel Brake Line Set
Callipers with GYTR steel piston kit
Brembo Z04 brake pads
Race handlebars
Steering stoppers
Shark Fin Rear Sprocket Guard
Billet Front Brake Lever Guard
Race Rear Set with reverse shifting option
Rear stand hooks
R-Series Racing Rear Stand
Complete Race Cowling Kit in primer white
Racing screen
GYTR Race seat

Unfortunately, the race-ready R1 GYTR can only be purchased from GYTR Pro Shops. Customers can also personalised the settings with the help of GYTR.

Also, GYTR will introduce more than 400 components developed specifically for the R1 including race parts currently used on Yamaha’s WorldSBK machine.

The GYTR Pro range includes:

GYTR PRO Swingarm
GYTR PRO large capacity and low gravity fuel tank
GTTR PRO Carbon rear subframe
GYTR PRO Triple clamp
GYTR PRO Carbon cowling set
GYTR Pro screen
GYTR PRO Dashboard
GYTR PRO Dash support
GYTR PRO Handlebars
GYTR PRO Handle bar switches
GYTR PRO Marelli electronics (customised)
GYTR PRO Airducts for brake calipers
GYTR PRO Brake lines
GYTR PRO Brembo wheel adaptors
GYTR PRO Clutch
GYTR PRO Side steering damper with bracket and clamp
GYTR PRO MB radiator
GYTR PRO Akrapovic system
GYTR PRO Brake lever protector

According to Yamaha, the entire GYTR Pro range will be announced by the end of the year.

2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650 And Z650 Gains Industry Standard Traction Control

Kawasaki has introduced the traction control function on the 2023 Ninja 650 and Z650.

2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Z650 gains traction control.
Retains the same 649cc parallel-twin engine.

While the same features are regarded as industry standard, this is the first time that traction control function is equipped on the Ninja and Z650.

The two motorcycle will feature three diferent Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) settings to meet the rider’s need.

In Mode 1, the KTRC system is more preserve while Mode 2 the intervention sets in earlier to deal with lower-traction situation especially riding on wet roads.

Also, users can turn off the traction control system entirely, allowing more fun factor especially on the track.

Riders can also access their preferred KTRC setting via the Bluetooth-enabled TFT instrument colour.

Nonetheless, the Ninja 650 and Z650 runs on the same 649cc parallel-twin engine capable of producing 67hp and 65Nm.

The bike is suspended by a non-adjustable 41mm telescopic fork and a horizontal back-link rear shock.

FIRST LOOK: 2023 GASGAS RX 450F Replica

GASGAS officially unveiled the all-new GASGAS RX 450F Replica for 2023.

The RX 450F Replica is the closest thing to GASGAS Dakar-wnning racebike.
features 450cc SOHC single cylinder engine.

As mentioned a few weeks ago, the RX 450F Replica is based on the firm’s 2022 Dakar-winning race bike ridden by Sam Sunderland Daniel Sanders.

According to GASGAS, the RX 450F Replica is the closest thing you’re going to get to the actual motorcycle.

As predicted, the GASGAS RX 450F Replica is fundamentally the same as KTM’s 450 Rally Replica albeit some minor changes including colours and front fender.

However, the RX 450F Replica is fitted with WP Xplor Pro 7548 front fork and 7750 rear shock while the KTM is suspended by a XACT pro front fork and rear shock.

Nevertheless, the RX 450F Replica features the shares the same 450cc SOHC single-cylinder engine powering the GASGAS MC 450F racebike.

Other notable features include:

carbon fiber navigator tower
red anodized X-TRIG forged triple clamp
red Supersprox Stealth rear sprocket
Neken handelbar
Akrapovic exhaust
Hinson clutch cover

Braking is regulated by Brembo brakes with the bike running on Continental TKC 80 tires with black anodized EXCEL rims.

2022 Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX To Launch In Malaysia Soon?

The Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX is a quarter-litre ‘baby’ dual-sport adventure motorcycle recently introduced in India.

All new Suzuki V-Strom SX is a ‘baby’ dual-sport packing the right style and features.
It harnesses the 250cc single lifted from the Suzuki GSX250R, offering 26HP and 22.2NM.
Key features include dual-channel ABS, digital dash with connectivity function, and more.

At the time, the baby V-Strom is an India-only motorcycle but the bike’s potential in similar Asian markets in undeniable.

That said, it is likely that the Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX could make its way to Malaysia soon.

We recently managed to witness the test mule on Malaysian road, indicating Suzuki Malaysia intention of introducing the baby V-Strom for the local market.

This is certainly an exciting development considering the 250cc market lacks ADV-type motorcycle.

Currently, the Benelli TRK 250 is the only contender in this segment in Malaysia.

For starters, it harnesses the same 250cc single derived from the Suzuki GSX250R, delivering about 26HP and 22.2NM of twist through a six-speed constant-mesh transmission.

The Suzuki V-Strom SX reportedly weighs in at about 167KG, which makes said output figures rather adequate.

The pint-sized V-Strom features a telescopic front fork with 120mm of stroke dialled in, and it’s paired with a rear swingarm-mounted rear shock offering seven-level pre-load adjustment.

The wheels, on the other hand, measure 19-inches un front and 17-inches at the rear. As for braking, it’s a single disc brake setup both front and aft, and both are tied to a dual-channel ABS suite as well.

Other notable features include a digital meter panel display brimmed with Bluetooth connectivity, USB charging port, all-LED lighting, as well as the novel Suzuki Easy Start System electric ignition suite.

FIRST LOOK: 2023 Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta – 230hp, 165kg

In conjunction with Aprilia’s 30th anniversary of its maiden Grand Prix title, the Noale factory has introduced a specially built RSV4 Xtrenta.

The Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta is the first production bike to feature a MotoGP-derived under-wing (aka The Spoon).
The XTrenta makes a 230hp with 165kg.

The timing couldn’t be better as Aprilia is currently having its best season so far in MotoGP, with the likes of Aleix Espargaro winning the Argentinian GP followed by Maverick Vinales seizing his second podium of the season at Misano.

Jumping on Aprilia’s Grand Prix racing pedigree, the RSV4 Xtrenta features all the goodies from the firm’s RS-GP machine.

Firstly, the RSV4 Xtrenta utilized the same PAN Compositi process used by MotoGP teams. As such, the bike track-only motorcycle gets the same aerodynamic appendages and rear winglets similar to the RS-GP.

The XTrenta is also the first production bike to feature the swingarm-mounted MotoGP under-wing (The Spoon) that helps to regulate tire temperature.

Aprilia also revised the 1,099cc V4 engine on the RSV4 Xtrenta by increasing the compression ratio. Also, thanks to the newly-developed SC-Project titanium carbon exhaust system, the Xtrenta makes a whopping 230 peak horsepower.

Ensuring the engine runs at optimal temperature, the XTrenta features superbike-derived Taleo Tecnoracing water and oil radiators.

Other unique features available on the RSV4 Xtrenta include a specially-calibrated Magneti Marelli control unit, JetPrime racing panels, refined Ohlins suspensions and forged magnesium Marchesini M7R Genesi wheels.

Also, thanks to its lightweight construction, stopping is easier with Brembo GP4-MS billet monoblock callipers paired with a 330mm T-drive disc.

Limited to just 100 units, the Aprilia RSV4 Xtrenta will go on sale on 6 September for EUR50,000, which easily translates to RM222,400.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini Is The Collab We Never Knew We Needed

Ducati kicked off episode 1 of its Ducati World Premiere 2023 with the limited edition Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini.

The Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is limited to just 630 units.
Inspired by Lamborghini’s Huracan STO.

Using the Streetfighter V4 S as the base and Lamborghini Huracan STO as the inspiration, the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is limited to just 630 units worldwide.

That said, the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini features the special Verde Citrea and Arancio Dac livery taken from the Huracan STO.

Ducati also threw in Francesco Bagnaia’s number 63, which can also be found on the helmet and leathers available with the unique collaboration.

Also, Bagnaia became Ducati’s first ever MotoGP rider to win four consecutive GP races on Sunday, making the number a bit more special.

The Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini also sports the Huracan STO forged wheels design, including the similar titanium lock nut.

As expected, the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini also boasts carbon fibre components, with much being made to mimic the Huracan STO.

In addition, the special collaboration motorcycle is also fitted with Akrapovic titanium exhaust complete with a carbon fibre endcap.

Mechanically, the Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini features the same 1,103cc V4 engine that makes 208hp @ 13,000rpm and 123Nm.

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