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Can-Am Ryker 900 Sport Set To Debut In 2022

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.

Free Roadside Assistance For Bikes Under 250cc – Allianz Malaysia

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.

OFFICIAL: Rossi Finally Says Goodbye To Illustrious Career In MotoGP

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 W175 Caught Testing In India, Launching Soon?

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)

CONFIRMED: Kymco Announce Its Presence At 2021 EICMA

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.

Bosch To Produce Motorcycle ABS In Thailand

Bosch will begin the production of motorcycle ABS at the start of Q2 2022 in Thailand.

The Amata plant has been producing car components for the last 25 years, including the anti-lock braking system (ABS) since 2014.

The move to produce motorcycle ABS is in accordance with the Thailand Department of Land Transport announcement that all motorcycles must have ABS by 2024.

It is also mandatory that all existing motorcycles above 125cc have ABS by 2026.

The announcement is seen as an essential move to elevate the safety aspect of every rider in the country.

According to Bosch, around 25 per cent of motorcycles accidents can be avoided with ABS.

Moreover, Thailand has the highest rate of road traffic fatalities out of all the ASEAN countries.

Zapp Scooter Unveil 2022 i300 Lightweight Electric Motorcycle – Fully Recyclable, 96km/h Max Speed

Electric motorcycle company Zapp Scooter pull the wraps over their latest model, the 2022 i300.

The Zapp i300 is set to make its debut later this month in Paris and will head for Asia and the United States next year.

Interestingly, the i300 incorporates all recyclable materials with a combination of alloy exoskeleton and proprietary composite body instead of plastic components.

This helps the i300 to weigh at just 90 kilograms, making it one of the lightest scooters available.

The i300 comes with two 1.4kW portable battery packs that sit under the rider’s feet to improve stability.

The battery pack weighs about 5.4kg each and can be easily removed for recharging using an ordinary domestic power socket.

The range is set at around 64km and capable of doing 0 to 50km/h in under 3 seconds with a max speed of 96km/h.

The Zapp i300 will be available at a price of USD7,495 (RM31.6k).

The Adorable Honda Monkey Upgraded With 5-Speed Gearbox For 2022

The Honda Monkey is the most fun and adorable motorcycle you can get your hands on in the market right now.

For those planning to buy the Monkey, you are in luck as the Japanese manufacturer has upgraded the fun bike with an all-new 5-speed transmission for the 2022 model year.

The update should not come as a surprise as the Honda Grom received the same treatment last year.

Thanks to the upgrade, the 2022 Monkey offers a taller final ratio and shorter fist ratio, thus allowing a better pickup and higher top speed.

Nonetheless, the overall look is expected to remain the same as the previous generation.

The 2022 Honda Monkey is avaialble in the U.S for USD4,199 (RM17.7k).

Attention Short Riders, UpBikers Overshoe Might Just Be The Thing You Need

Motorcycles are getting taller by the minute, and while it may seem a good move to increase the ground clearance of every two-wheeler, it spells trouble for short riders.

Although some manufacturers such as BMW Motorrad and Triumph Motorcycles have introduced a lower seat option, most of them are yet to offer such features.

However, worry not as UpBikers might have just the thing for every short rider on the planet.

Introducing UpBikers overshoe, a new product that adds one and a half inches to a riders height, thus helps to maximise manoeuvrability and handling of the motorcycle.

According to the Spanish company, the UpBikers overshoe will allow short riders to move the bike backwards and forwards with ease without getting off the bike.

The overshoe is secured with a strap around the back heel and features designed to allow for easier gear change and braking.

The UpBikers overshoe is currently available via the company official online store for EUR75 (RM376).

MotoGP: Crutchlow Excited To Return On The Grid With SRT

MotoGP is back in action this weekend at the Red Bull Ring after the summer break.

Veteran rider Cal Crutchlow will mark his debut with the Petronas Sepang Racing Team (SRT) as a replacement for the injured Franco Morbidelli.

Crutchlow is set to partner 7-time MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi for the next three rounds.

“I’m really looking forward to being back on the grid and getting into the swing of a race weekend again, although it’s going to feel very different to the job that I’ve been doing this year as Yamaha’s test rider,” said the 35-year-old Britain.

Despite already familiarized himself with the factory-spec M1 as a test rider, the Red Bull Ring is not one of his favourites.

“The circuit at Spielberg isn’t one that I’ve enjoyed too much in the past, however, I did finish fourth in 2018, and that was a good result.

“It’s not a fast and flowing circuit; it’s somewhere where you need to be quick and very precise,” he added.

Nonetheless, Crutchlow admitted that his main objective this weekend is to take it session by session.

“I don’t have a target as such when it comes to results; my main aim will be to try to improve session by session.

“I’ll be working with Ramon Forcada, who knows the Yamaha bike very well. I think it will be good as Ramon was with Yamaha when I was.

“I’m sure it will go well; I just want to make sure that I do a good job for the team,” said Crutchlow.

Road-Focus Royal Enfield Himalayan On Its Way?

Royal Enfield updated the Himalayan range to meet the BS6 requirements in India earlier this year.

However, recent reports suggest the company set to introduce a road-focused Himalayan, confirmed by a series of spy shot photos and clay model images.

The new variant is likely to be called the Royal Enfield Scram and features a fork-mounted halogen headlamp with a headlight cowl and a smaller tank extension compared to the regular Himalayan.

Moreover, the Scram features a single-piece seat unit compared to the split seat on the Himalayan.

The Royal Enfield Scram is expected to be on sale at a lower price range than the Himalayan in India.

Akrapovic Reveal New Exhaust System For Yamaha Tracer 9 GT – RM6.2k

Despite the Yamaha Tracer 9 and Tracer 9 GT is yet to arrive in Malaysia, performance exhaust manufacturer Akrapovic already lining up a new exhaust system for the sport-touring motorcycle.

The exhaust features titanium construction with carbon-fibre end caps that helps to enhance performance as well as reduce the overall weight of the motorcycle.

The new Akrapovic Racing Line exhaust system is also legal in Europe thanks to its built-in catalytic converter.

According to Akrapovic, the exhaust is built to increase performance across the rev range and deliver better throttle response, unlike the stock.

The company also claimed it the new exhaust helps to add 2hp and 1.3Nm.

The Akrapovic Racing Line exhaust system for the Tracer 9 GT is available in the U.S for USD1,485 (RM6.2k).

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