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American motorcycle company Buell Motorcycle officially makes a comeback by unveiling the 2021 Hammerhead 1190RX.

The story of Buell to make a return came up earlier this year in February, as the company formally starts its production in America with ten performance models to be introduced by 2024.

It looks like Buell is finally holding on to its word by introducing the Hammerhead 1990X in the United States.

Nonetheless, the Hammerhead 1190X looks menacing, thanks to its ‘fish gills’ located on the side of the fairing, a curvature front (side-view), and an expose subframe.

Underneath the new motorcycle sits a 1190cc V-Twin, liquid-cooled engine, capable of punching out a 185hp @ 10,600rpm and 137.8Nm @ 8,200rpm.

While the Hammerhead might advertise as a 2021 motorcycle, the foundation is heavily based on the 2014 EBR 1190RX.

However, the company promised a batch of “brand-new” motorcycles, with the next in line rumoured to be a Sports Tourer version of 1190. Hopefully, that could be the model to put forth the Buell Motorcycle brand in the same pot as its fellow American competitors.

Bajaj Auto is set to introduce an updated version of the Dominar 400.

According to reports, the new Dominar will sport a new styling for 2021, including new colour options, presumably the same dual-tone colour schemes introduced for the 2021 Dominar 250.

While detailed information is yet to be obtained other than word of mouth from Bajaj dealers in India, we can expect a minimal styling update done to the flagship motorcycle.

The facelift Dominar will continue to offer the same 373.3cc engine capable of delivering 40hp @ 8,800rpm and 35Nm @ 6,500rpm while mated to a 6-speed transmission.

The 2021 model will utilize the same 43mm upside/down front forks, preload-adjustable monoshock with Nitrox, 320mm front disc and 230mm rear disc and dual-channel ABS.

(source: RushLane)

Maverick Vinales will have the chance to test out the Aprilia RS-GP in Misano after Yamaha decided to terminate his contract earlier.

The Spaniard is rumoured to make an appearance this season onboard the RS-GP as Aprilia is under concession allowing them six wildcards for the 2021 season, which is still unused.

However, the test in Misano is important for Vinales to get himself familiar with the V4 because he’s always ridden a straight-four engine with Suzuki followed by Yamaha.

According to reports, Vinales will test the RS-GP on August 31st and September 1st before taking the wild card spot in the remaining race.

There are still seven races left in the 2021 calendar; however, we have to wait and see what Massimo Rivola has in store for the former Moto3 world champion.

Honda is set to launch the NT1100 as confirmed by type-approval documents filed in Europe for two NT1100 models.

The type-approval documents reveal the NT1100 carries an internal code name of SC84. According to Honda, the “S” refers to the engine above 900cc and “C” means a street bike; in contrast, the CRF1100L Africa Twin is code name SD08, with the “D” refers to an off-road capable motorcycle.

This puts the NT1100 in the same class as the BMW S 1000 XR.

The documents unveil that Honda will introduce a manual transmission with lower specification and a DCT transmission with more touring features.

The NT1100 is packed with the same 1,084cc parallel-twin engine used in the Africa Twin, capable of producing an identical 101hp @ 7,500rpm and 104Nm @ 6,250rpm.

Since the NT1100 shares similarities with the Africa Twin, we can safely assume the new motorcycle will also equip with the same electronics, such as a 6.5″ TFT screen, cruise control, traction control and 6-axis IMU.

Interestingly, in terms of dimension, the NT1100D (DCT) is in the same category as the old VFR800X Crossrunner.

The Honda NT1100 is expected to break cover as a 2022 model later this year.

BMW Motorrad Malaysia has just launched the new C 400 X and C 400 GT priced at RM44,500 and RM48,500 respectively.

The 2nd-gen scooter arrives with the revised brake system, Euro 5 single-cylinder engine with new E-gas feature, better engine management and centrifugal clutch.

*BMW C 400 GT

Both the C 400 X and C 400 GT now gets an optimized Automatic Stability Control (ASC), including a now illuminated under-seat storage and USB port.

The C 400 X retains its practicality as an urban scooter with upright proportions, a front mudguard, and the clear, graphic separation of the painted trim components.

BMW C 400 X

On the other hand, the C 400 GT offers comfortable riding ergonomics and a high windshield for touring purposes.

Nonetheless, both models continue to be powered by the Loncin built 350cc engine capable of producing 34hp @ 7,500rpm and 35Nm @ 5,750rpm.

BMW claimed that the ASC system is optimized for a more sensitive response, especially on wet and slippery surfaces.

The C 400 GT is available in Black Storm, Callisto Grey and Alpine White, while the C 400 X is only available in the Black Storm colour scheme.

BMW Motorrad has finally unveiled the latest generation of its entry-level motorcycle, the 2021 BMW G 310 R, G 310 GS and the G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition.

Pricing for each model are as follows:

  • BMW G 310 R – RM27,500
  • BMW G 310 GS – RM29,500
  • BMW G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition – RM31,500

The G 310 range now received significant improvements, including the electronic throttle grip that offers sensitive throttle response and automatic idle speed increase to prevent engine stalling.

The motorcycle also gets a self-boosting anti-hopping clutch that helps reduce engine drag torque, particularly during braking manoeuvres.

Nonetheless, the G310 range continues to be powered by a single-cylinder 313cc, liquid-cooled DOHC capable of producing 34hp @ 9,500rpm and 28Nm @ 7,500rpm.

The G 310 GS now comes with three colour schemes; Kyanite Blue Metallic, Polar White and Cosmic Blac (exclusive to the ’40 Years Edition), while the G 310 R is only available in Limestone Metallic.

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