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KTM Malaysia Orange Carnival 2018 @ Sungai Petani – “Last Party”

  • The KTM Malaysia Orange Carnival 2018 at Sungai Petani heralded the closing of the year.

  • KTM Malaysia organized many fun activities for the attendees.

  • The lucky draw’s Grand Prize was a 200 Duke.

The KTM Malaysia Orange Carnival 2018 shifted to Sungai Petani, Kedah for the final time of year. The event was held on Saturday, 24thNovember 2018.

The day started out with a lazy morning under cloudy skies and cool weather. Soon, bikers started showing up on all brands of machinery. They were followed by the Northern Dukers on KTMs. The parking lot was soon filled with KTM Dukes and RCs of every customized look.

A large number of riders belonging to bike clubs of other brands also arrived later on.

KTM Malaysia organized a day full of activities for every visitor.

The fun and games included:
  • Test rides of KTM’s latest bikes.
  • Fun-Hana (gymkhana) which is open to all brands.
  • Stunt shows.
  • Service campaign for KTM motorcycles.
  • Lucky draw.

As expected, many took part in the test rides. KTM Malaysia had lined up almost every model they are offering. Among the bikes were the 250 Duke, 390 Duke, RC 250, 1050 Adventure, 1290 Super Duke GT, 1290 Super Duke R.

 

Meanwhile, the competition was starting to heat up at the Fun-Hana track. Participants tried their best to negotiate the tight slalom course and record the fastest time.

The Service Campaign received plenty of attention too. KTM Malaysia not only serviced the bikes, but they also rain diagnostics with KTM’s official electronic diagnostic tool. Addition, the technicians performed safety inspections of the bikes. Owners were informed of items that need attention.

Every participant who purchased an official KTM Orange Carnival Pack was entitled to the lucky draw. there was plenty of interest since the grand prize was a brand-new 2018 KTM 200 Duke.

Finally, there were also many exhibition booths on that day. KTM displayed and provided special pricing for their PowerParts accessories and PowerWear clothing collection. Gracshaw helmets, Elf Lubricants and KTM dealers were also present.

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Wahid's lust for motorcycles was spurred on by his late-Dad's love for his Lambretta on which he courted, married his mother, and took baby Wahid riding on it. He has since worked in the motorcycle and automotive industry for many years, before taking up riding courses and testing many, many motorcycles since becoming a motojournalist. Wahid likes to see things differently. What can you say about a guy who sees a road safety message in AC/DC's "Highway to Hell."

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