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A one-off series eBike, the Serial 1 Mosch/Chopper, is up for grab via auction at the 81st annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally today.

The Mosch/Chopper is a one-of-a-kind custom eBike that combines the looks of a 60s-era wheelie bike with psychedelic paint and loads of chopper style.

Aaron Frank, Brand Director at Serial 1, says the company always elevates motorcycle ownership experience via customization.

“For decades, people have been modifying their motorcycles to reflect their unique style and taste.

“The 1-OFF Series applies this same spirit of individualization and personalization to eBikes, showing people just how much fun it is to create an eBike that suits their own unique personality,” he said.

According to the company, the 1-OFF Series plans to release a few run-of-one custom eBike per year, starting with the Mosch/Chopper.

 

The Mosch/Chopper was built based on the Mosch/CTY, including the maintenance-free Gates Carbon Drive belt, powerful Brose mid-mount motor, smooth TRP hydraulic disc brakes, internally routed cables, and wires and integrated lighting.

However, the Mosch/Chopper features a custom modification that includes:

  • long-and-low banana seat, supported by a custom stainless-steel sissy bar
  • high-rise handlebar that creates a perfect riding position for laid-back cruising
  • ’60s-style “Street Freak” paint job, consisting of silver micro-flake basecoat covered in House of Kolor Oriental Blue Kandy
  • Finishings like intricate panels, freak drops, hand pinstriping and single-stroke hand lettering.

The Mosch/Chopper was constructed with the help of chopper builders Warren Heir Jr. and Kendall Lutchman at JR’s Fabrication and Welding in Milwaukee.

For those who are interested, you can check out the online auction HERE.

Bombardier Recreational Products is revising its Can-Am Ryker lineup for 2022 with a new Ryker 900 Sport.

The Ryker 900 Sport will replace the Rally Edition, which had been around since 2019.

This was confirmed by both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board, who had approved the Ryker 900 Sport alongside the standard Ryker 900 for 2022.

Can-Am will also introduce a 600cc version of the Ryker 900 in the same year.

According to reports, the Ryker 900 range will be powered by a three-cylinder Rotak 900 ACE engine capable of producing 81.9hp @ 8,000rpm mated to a continuously variable transmission.

Nonetheless, the Ryker 900 Sport will be a road-focused machine compared to the Rally edition, which was features off-road capabilities.

More details on the 2022 Ryker 900 are expected to be unveiled nearing the official launch.

Great news for Allianz Malaysia comprehensive policyholders as the company now offers free roadside assistance for (below 250cc) motorcycles.

The roadside assistance service by Allianz Road Rangers includes:

  • emergency towing assistance (free for up to 50km)
  • fuel delivery
  • battery
  • flat tyre service

Any Allianz Motorcycle Plus (Comprehensive) or Allianz Motorcycle (Comprehensive) (below 250cc) customer can reach out to Allianz Road rangers 24-hour helpline at 1800-22-5542.

Allianz will then dispatched a tow truck or a technician to the location of the customer.

According to Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (Allianz General) Chief Executive Officer Sean Wang, small-displacement motorcycle owners have long waited for a better on-the-road service.

“Allianz General is always trying to push the envelope and provide services that
matter to our customers.

“We started the Allianz Road Rangers service for our motor comprehensive (private car) customers in 2017, and it feels great that we can now do the same for our motorcycle comprehensive policyholders below 250cc,” said Sean.

It’s official, Valentino Rossi will retire from MotoGP at the end of the 2021 season.

The 9-time world champion announced his retirement during an exclusive press conference held on Thursday ahead of the Styrian GP happening this weekend.

The announcement came a bit as a surprise since there were rumours he might continue racing with Aramco Racing Team VR46 next season.

However, that rumour did not materialize, and the 42-year-old decided to call it a day on his illustrious career at MotoGP.

“I’ve decided to stop at the end of this season so unfortunately, this will be my last half-season as a MotoGP rider.

“It’s difficult. It’s a sad moment because it’s difficult to say and to know that next year I will not race with a motorcycle. I’ve done this for more or less 30 years! So next year my life will change.

“But anyway it was great. I enjoyed it very much. It was a long, long journey. Really funny. 26 years in the world championship. I’ve had unforgettable moments with all my team and all my guys that worked for me,” he said.

Rossi admitted that his initial plan at the start of the season was to continue racing beyond 2021.

Nonetheless, after taking into consideration of his poor form this season, the Italian decided its time to take a bow.

“In all sports, results make the difference, so in the end, it’s the right way. I had the chance to race for my team in MotoGP together with my brother next year, something that for sure I like. But anyway it’s okay like this I think… I can’t complain about my career!” he added.

Nevertheless, Rossi will continue to enjoy the remaining half of the 2021 season with Petronas Yamaha Sepang Racing Team starting with this weekend action at the Red Bull Ring.

Kawasaki set to introduce a sub 200cc version of the iconic W800 in India.

This was confirmed by a set of leaked photos of a test mule claimed to be the retro-style classic W175 in a production-ready form.

The W175 carries the same classic motorcycle element with round headlamps, teardrop fuel tank, circular instrument, and wire-spoked wheels like its bigger siblings, the W800.

Reports in India suggest the W175 offers 13.05hp @ 7,500rpm and 13.2Nm @ 6,000rpm thanks to a 177cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine.

While the numbers might not seem attractive, the W175 is expected to offer comfortable riding suitable for daily commute.

However, Kawasaki is yet to release an official timeline for the launch of the W175 in India.

Currently, the W175 is already available in the Philippines and Indonesia.

(Source: RushLane)

Kymco will participate in the 78th Edition EICMA scheduled from 23 to 28 November in Milan.

Kymco has developed quite a strong impression in the two-wheel industry, thanks to its range of performance-oriented scooters.

The company participation was confirmed by Stefano Gianotti, legal representative of the Padana Sviluppo Group, whose subsidiary, KMI Italia Srl, is responsible for distributing the Kymco motorcycles in Italy.

“It is a pleasure for us to confirm the presence of Kymco at EICMA even in such a particular and challenging year.

“After the forced stop of 2020, it is important to give a signal to restart and return to normality, and EICMA is a symbolic event not only in the two-wheel sector but also throughout the world of exhibitions and events at an international level,” he said.

The Taiwanese motorcycle and scooter manufacturer now joins Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Benelli, Royal Enfield and MV Agusta at the world biggest motorcycle exhibition.

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