Honda today unveiled the world premiere of the BULLDOG as an exhibition model (concept model) at the 31st Osaka Motorcycle Show 2015.
It looks like as if the Ruckus and the CTX had went into the barn together. The resulting outcome is something gloriously ugly that it becomes adorable in some way. Just like its name.
According to Honda, the BULLDOG promotes a new world of leisure with motorcycles.
They developed the model with the concept of “Lovable Touring Partner,” and is designed to go beyond the boundaries of conventional leisure motorcycles, to actively enjoy outdoor life.
The BULLDOG’s 15-inch wide-tires and low center-of-gravity results in a 730mm seat height which gives riders new or experienced, a solid footing whenever they put their foot down.
The bike is powered by a liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC inline 2-cylinder 400cc engine for a powerful, yet easy to handle output characteristics.
The BULLDOG is equipped with a carrier suitable for camping-touring, and features accessory storage on the sides of the fuel tank, which also act as a styling feature.
Though the bike maybe a concept model now but it looks like a lot of thought had been put into it, so dont be surprised if it gets to production stage.
Key features of the BULLDOG
・Seat Height (mm): 730
・Engine Type: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC inline 2-cylinder
・Displacement (cm3): 399
・Transmission: 6 speeds
・Tires: 15 inch (front/rear)
Honda has just announced they will be unveiling a new concept model at the 31st Osaka Motorcycle Show 2015 this coming Friday and at the 42nd Tokyo Motorcycle Show at the end of the month.
The new concept model named CRF250 RALLY is an adventure model based on the CRF250L with styling image inspired by the CRF450 RALLY.
So far we only have a picture and no specs as of yet.
More information and pictures will probably get here as soon as the bike is officially unveiled later this week.
16-year-old Saiful Izman Ahmad Zamani’s life had always revolved around the motorcycle. Son of former Malaysian top rider Ahmad Zamani Baharudin, motorcycle racing had always been a big part of his life. With so many offsprings of former riders now entering the sport, Saiful Izman’s entry into Cub Prix was neither the first nor expected to be the last. (more…)
Social media has been abuzz with news of a global recall for BMW R and K models.
Concerned owners have been bombarding BMW Facebook pages both locally and internationally with questions about their bikes.
The recall is said to affect around 300,000 bikes globally, including those sold officially in Malaysia by BMW Group Malaysia (BGM), and those imported and sold on the grey market. (more…)
PETRONAS will give its loyal and potential customers a chance to win not just one but two Yamaha Lagenda motorcycles and other attractive prizes in its ‘Beli, Kira dan Menang’ contest held at every venue on the 10-leg 2015 PETRONAS AAM Malaysian Cub Prix Championship calendar.
Apart from the two Yamaha Lagenda bikes, lucky visitors also stand a chance to win two iPads during each race weekend.
Open to all Malaysians age 18-years old and above, participants can enter the contest with every purchase of PETRONAS lubricants – PETRONAS Sprinta or PETRONAS Syntium Moto worth RM20 and above in a single receipt either purchased on site or at any authorized PETRONAS lubricant sales channel such as PETRONAS stations, workshops or spare-part dealers.
Participants will then be eligible to join the contest that will be conducted at the PETRONAS promo booth located within the Cub Prix Promotions Area. To enter, participants need to count the number of lubricant bottles inside the Contest Box, fill in the ‘Beli, Kira dan Menang’ form, complete the slogan and attach the proof of purchase before submitting the form on-site.
With a total of 20 bikes and iPads to be given away throughout the year, the nationwide promotional campaign will kick off at the Cub Prix opening round at Kawasan Perindustrian Temerloh, Pahang this weekend followed by Batu Kawan (11-12 April), Muar (1-2 May), Terengganu (22-23 May) and Melaka (13-14 June).
Following the puasa and Hari Raya break, the season will resume at an unconfirmed venue on the 15-16 August followed by Teluk Intan (19-20 September), Kangar (17-18 October), Jempol (31 October-1 November) while Taiping (28-29 November) is set to stage the season finale.
Heads up scooter fans, its been rumoured for months now that Aprilia might be launching something new, well in a surprise move they have just announced a pre-launch promo for the SR Max 300 on their FB page.
Not much information on the whole reveal except that it will be launched soon, the scooter are targeted to be priced at RM29,999.00 as CBU units and there is a special discount for early birds.
From the Aprilia website its stated the scooter makes 21.7bhp and a seat height of 815mm, big underseat storage will fit one fullface helmet and even comes equipped with the all important 12v socket. The scooter is at home as a commuter or even a tourer.
More infos as it comes so stay tuned.
The 22nd season of the Petronas AAM Malaysian Cub Prix Championship was launched yesterday evening by event promoter, Safe Aim Mutual (SAM) Sdn Bhd with the help of Automobile Association of Malaysia (AAM) chairman, YM Tunku Mudzaffar Bin Tunku Mustapha in a grand event attended by teams, riders and sponsors.
SAM Promotions Director, Ron Hogg promises that this year will be even more exciting with key changes have been made into the championship.
One of the biggest change is in the premier CP130 class where this year’s rules allows up to three riders per team, with the of the best two riders being taken into account for the Team Award Standings.
Previously teams were only allowed two riders per team to compete in the CP130 Class.
Additionally with the agreement from all teams, the prize money for that category will include up to the top ten riders in that race instead of the top eight previously.
“The CP130 class represents the cream of the crop of Cub Prix, therefore it is only fair the we raise the championship standards and make the sport more exciting by introducing this new rule.
The teams have given positive feedback for this change and we believe the spectators will enjoy it as well,” said Ron.
And thats not all as for the fans, SAM together with title sponsor, Petronas will be giving away two Yamaha Lagenda in a contest at each of the ten venues.
However the mechanics of the contest have not been revealed yet but it will not be long as the first round will be next weekend of 13 and 14 March in Temerloh Pahang.
And finally a new and improved version of the Klinik Cub Prix helmed by former Malaysian GP rider, Shahrol Yuzy as well as several other prominent Cub Prix riders will be introduced.
This year’s version will see the Klinik adding a practical aspect to its itinerary.
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