Although the iconic GSX-R1000 lifespan might end, the smallest GSX-R family, the GSX-R125 and GSX-S150, has been given a new breath of life for 2022.
Suzuki is to continue selling the GSX-R125 and GSX-S125.
Both motorcycle now meets the Euro5 emission standard.
The pint-size GSX-R125 and GSX-S150 now meet Euro5 emission standards, which means both motorcycles can continue to be sold in Europe.
Although the GSX-R nameplate is familiarised with Suzuki’s 1000cc superbike, it is the 125cc variant that went to become the brand’s most popular sportsbike globally.
This could mean that the Hamamatsu factory might continue selling the small capacity sportbike while the GSX-R1000 could get axed for failing to meet the Euro5 emission compliance before the end of the year.
Nevertheless, the 124cc engine found in the GSX-R125 and GSX-S125 continues to pump 15hp but in a cleaner fashion.
Also, both models feature LED headlights, a digital instrument cluster and Suzuki Easy Start System.
BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team is off to Japan for the third round of the FIM Endurance World Championship 2022.
BMW Motorrad to make official debut at the Suzuka 8 Hours.
The team will field Markus Reiterberger (GER), Ilya Mikhalchik (UKR) and Jérémy Guarnoni (FRA).
BMW Motorrad will debut at the Suzuka 8 Hours in great spirit having celebrated victory at the home race in ealry June.
Markus Reiterbger, Illya Mikhalchik and Jeremy Guarnoni will once again teamed up to ride the BMW M 1000 RR at Suzuka.
This will be BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team first appearance at the Suzuka 8 Hours after Covid-19 restriction prevented the team from taking part in the 8-hour race at Suzuka over the last two years.
“I am really looking forward to the Suzuka race. I’ve already been there twice with the Penz13 team, once for the test and once for the race.
“The track is breath-taking but very difficult to learn so it took us some time to get acquainted with it. Jérémy knew it already but for me it has been some time since I have been here and Ilya had not been here before at all.
“We then improved step by step, rode a lot and tested a lot of different things. We are still lacking a bit to the top teams but we don’t give up and continue or hard work. It will be an exhausting weekend,” said Reiterberger.
Introduced last year in Mac, MForce Bike Holdings Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of WMOTO brands of motorcycle in Malaysia has officialy launched the new WMOTO RT3S for the local market.
the WMOTO RT3 is a maxi-scooter introduced by MForce in 2021.
features dual-channel ABS and 17L fuel tank.
rated 5-stars by Malaysian Motorcycle Assesment Program (MyMAP).
Priced at RM17,888, the RT3S maxi-scooter now features TFT instrument display, replacing the digital LCD cluster found on the previous RT3.
Also, the RT3S comes in three exciting colours; Union Red, Youth Grey and Justice Blue.
According to MForce, the new dash is also equipped with three new user interface (UI) that features light and bright night mode. In addition, the light and bright night mode can be adjusted accordingly.
Also new on the RT3S is tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that allow riders to be on alert with the current tire pressure condition while riding.
Other notable features available include:
dual-channel ABS
Smart Key system
17L fuel tank
telescopic front suspension
dual-shock absorbers
However, no changes is made to the engine as the WMOTO RT3S continue to makes 23hp @ 8,000rpm and 22.5Nm @ 6,500rpm from its 247cc single-cylinder 4-valve DOHC powertrain. Power is delivered to the rear wheel via CVT transmission and final belt drive.
For the first time in MV Agusta history, the Italian motorcycle company is set to venture into the adventure bike territory with the upcoming Lucky Explorer 9.5.
The 9.5 makes 121hp @ 10,000rpm and 102Nm @ 7,000rpm.
to feature 7-inch TFT dash with smartphone connectivity.
quickshifter, slide control, cornering ABS comes as standard.
Complete with a 21-inch front wheel and off-road focused suspension and frame, MV Agusta is scheduled to launch the Lucky Explorer 9.5 some time in 2023.
The motorcycle is currently still in its prototype stages but some reputable media were given the taste of the new adventure bike in Europe, recently.
The Lucky Explorer 9.5 set to face a list of strong contenders in the middleweight ADV category including the KTM 890 Adventure, Triumph Tiger 900 range and the newly launched Ducati DesertX.
*Lucky Explorer 9.5
Although the 9.5 is MV first attempt in ADV segment, but CycleWorld – who one of a few able to try out the prototype mule – claimed that the motorcycle has genuine touring and off-road potential.
The 9.5 features an all-new 931cc inline-triple engine derived from the 800cc platform taken from the F3 and Brutale. However, MV made a host of modifications, including a new cylinder head, piston and valve train.
As a result, the inline-triple makes 121.4hp @ 10,000rpm and 102Nm @ 7,000rpm. That said, the 2023 Lucky Explorer 9.5 is set to out grunt the DesertX, 890 Adventure and Triumph’s Tiger 900.
Gear change is done effortlessly thanks to the quickshifter while braking is done by a pair of Brembo Stylema callipers up front.
Other notable features include:
fully-adjustable Sachs suspension.
20L fuel tank.
Bridgestone A41 tyres .
7-inch TFT dash with Bluetooth connectivity.
Meanwhile, the Lucky Explorer 9.5 is also fitted with a host of electronics:
cruise control (standard).
switchable cornering ABS.
four riding modes; Urban/Touring/Off-Road/Custom.
six-Axis IMU
eight stage slide control/traction control
front-wheel lift control
For those who wonder about the price, rest assured MV Agusta is keeping it a secret until its official launch date in 2023 however given the firm’s position at the premium end of the market, we expect the Lucky Explorer 9.5 to be priced higher than the DesertX.
Honda has introduced three new exciting colours for the 2023MY CRF1100L Africa Twin and Africa Twin Adventure Sports.
2023 Honda Africa Twin and Africa Twin Sport to feature new visuals.
2021 Africa Twin and Africa Twin Sport DCT variants accounted for 51% of the model’s sales.
The Honda Africa Twin is a strong candidate in the dual-purpose motorcycle segment and is one of Honda’s most popular models in its current range.
To ensure the big bore ADV continues to carry on the fight into 2023, Honda is bringing three new visual updates to the Africa Twin.
Firstly, the base Africa Twin will remain available in “Grand Prix Red”, but Honda adds two new colours; “Mat Ballistic Black Metallic” and “Glint Wave Blue Metallic Tricolour.”.
According to Honda, the “Black Metallic” colour scheme features an all-black frame, while the “Blue Metallic Tricolour” offers a new blue headlight cowl with a blue front fender.
Meanwhile, the Africa Twin Adventure Sports gets “Mat Iridium Grey Metallic” with black detailing and rims. Nonetheless, Honda still retains the “Pearl Glare White Tricolour” colour scheme.
Mechanically, both trims (base AT and AT Sports) are available in manual or dual-clutch transmission (DCT) gearbox.
We’ve been hearing about Triumph-Bajaj collaboration for a while now and although we’ve seen the motorcycle they are working on, both parties have yet provided the exact launching date.
Triumph-Bajaj partnership to debut the new motorcycle in 2023.
Expected to feature between 200cc to 250cc engine capacity.
Bajaj to manufacture the motorcycle in a new manufacturing plant in Chakan, India.
However, according to recent speculations, the Triumph-Bajaj partnership will release their first motorcycle in 2023.
The motorcycle is expected to make a mark in the premium entry-level class that is now high demand especially in India, Asia and Europe.
Despite no words on the engine capacity, the collaboration is likely to have engine sizes ranging from 200cc to 250cc.
If the launch is due in 2023, the debut model could make a surprise appearance at the EICMA show in Milan, Italy later in the year.
While it may carry Triumph’s badge, the motorcycle will be manufacturer out of Bajaj new manufacturing plant in Chakan, India.
This would aid greatly in ensuring the price point of the motorcycle which could also lead to a higher sales volume.
