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KTM Possibly Working On A Cheaper 1290 Super Adventure

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure is KTM’s flagship adventure tourer; hence, the bike comes with a hefty price tag.

Moreover, the 1290 Super Adventure is KTM’s answer to ward off Ducati’s Multistrada V4 and BMW’s R 1250 GS challenge.

The 1290 Super Adventure is equipped with the most technologically advanced feature, including Bosch radar-assisted technology – that allows functions like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection – to ensure it’s on par with the rest of its rivals.

However, the advanced technology puts the 1290 Super Adventure on the pricey spectrum, which subsequently impacted the sales of the Austrian bike.

Moreover, why would you spend RM132k on a KTM when you can get the Multistrada V4 for just RM3k extra and the R 1250 GS for a lesser price?

This brings us to the latest reports by a German publication, Motorrad Online, which claimed that the folks over at Mattighofen are rumoured to be working on a base model 1290 Super Adventure, hoping it could compete with its rival price tag.

According to the report, KTM is working on an ‘affordable’ version of the 1290 Super Adventure devoid of the fancy electronic suspension and the radar-powered adaptive cruise control.

Further speculation suggests that the base 1290 Super Adventure could be a more off-road capable ADV than its higher-spec model.

While the news sounds enticing, none of this has been confirmed by KTM. However, the prospect of a ‘cheaper’ 1290 Super Adventure could still be in the cards.

ASB1000: Azlan Shah Signs With SHARK Helmets Malaysia, Ready For Title Defence

Malaysian rider Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman is set to begin his title defence at the 2022 Asia Road Racing (ARRC) with a new helmet.

The 37-year-old rider has officially signed with SHARK Helmets Malaysia – the official distributor of Shark Helmets in the country.

Azlan will wear the SHARK Race-R Pro FIM GP helmet for the upcoming 2022 ARRC season, according to SHARK Helmets Malaysia.

The SHARK Race-R Pro FIM GP features a shell built using reinforced COVA RS (Carbon On View & Aramid Intégral Structure) to fully meet all requirements of the new FIM Intégral #1 standard.

The new 100% Carbon Aramid structure also offers increased resistance to abrasion and compression and enhances the anti-delamination performance.

Apart from the new helmet, Azlan will also compete in the Asia Superbike (ASB) 1000 category with a new partner, former Moto2, Moto3 and CEV rider, Adam Norrodin.

Adam was recently announced as the newest addition at TKKR Racing, with both riders set to compete on board the new BMW S 1000 RR.

Royal Enfield Celebrates 120th Anniversary With Two Special Edition 650s

Royal Enfield launched two special edition 650s to commemorate the company’s 120th-anniversary celebration.

According to Royal Enfield, a limited run of Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 will go on a flash sale on Monday, with only 120 units (60 each) are made for the European market.

The special edition motorcycle comes in a unique ‘Black Chrome’ finished and a blacked-out engine and silencers – a first from the company.

Royal Enfiled also threw in all sorts of accessories, including screens, engine guards, heel guards and bar end mirrors.

However, the unique part is the cast brass tank badge which is entirely handmade, in collaboration with the Sirpi Senthil family, regarded by Royal Enfield as a ‘multi-generational artisan’.

The cast brass also displays the unique serial number of each bike.

The special edition Continental GT 650 is priced at GBP8,350 (RM46k), while the Interceptor 650 is available for GBP8,150 (RM45k).

TTR Motors Introduces CB1100R Kit For Your Honda MSX125 Grom

Honda has sold over 750,000 Groms since the Japanese firm introduced its miniMOTO range in 2013.

However, the latest-generation Honda Grom has more accessible removable body panels to allow owners and modders to customize their miniMOTO to their liking.

Japanese tuner TTR Motors also took advantage of the new feature to introduce a new CB1100R kit that could turn the Grom into a mini-version of the iconic 80s machine.

TTR Motors offers two kits, but the Type R Mini Edition accurately recreates the iconic superbike.

The kit comes with a rectangular headlight, bulky tail end, and the classic rear-view mirror. TTR Motors also threw in the exact tri-colour livery and graphics.

Meanwhile, TTR Motors also offers a naked version of the CB1100R body kit, excluding the front fairing. However, you still get the classic tank inspired by the race sportbike and a new rear panel.

According to the firm, the CB1100R bolt-on kit is available for JPY350,000 (RM12.7k).

Honda CL 250 And CL 500 Scrambler In The Pipeline?

Firstly, Honda is among the manufacturers that like to share its platform across various models.

For example, the CB500X, CBR500R, and CB500F share the same 500cc parallel-twin engine yet offer entirely different dynamics.

However, among those three models, Honda could be planning to expand the range by introducing a scrambler-style motorcycle, as reported by Autoby.

While there are zero words regarding the claimed motorcycle, Autoby suggests that a CL250 and CL500 scrambler is in the works.

Japanese render artist Shinji Miyakubo also came up with CG renders of the CL250 and CL500 scrambler.

While one could easily mistake the high mounted pipe shown as inspiration from Triumph’s Scrambler range, it is actually a design inspired by the 1965 Honda CL72.

The reimagined CL250 is fitted with all the necessary elements, including a flat saddle, black fork gaiters, high-mounted exhaust pipe and larger alloy wheels.

The visual cues on the CL500 are also visibly similar; however, it gets a twin mounted exhaust in place of the single unit on the CL250.

Interestingly, Autoby claimed that the CL250 could get an official debut at the end of 2022, whereas the CL500 to follow in 2023. A pretty bold claim, eh?

(Source: Autoby)

Yamaha XMax 250 Gets Minor Update For 2022 – RM21,998

The Yamaha XMax 250 gets a minor update for 2022, as announced by Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM).

The quarter-litre maxi-scooter now gets a new smoke flasher lens, a redesigned smart key remote and two new colour options; Icon Grey and Power Grey.

Nevertheless, no changes are made to the engine and other specifications.

Powered by a 250cc, single-cylinder, SOHC engine with liquid-cooling, the Xmax comes with Yamaha’s Blue Core technology, which provides excellent power and torque outputs whilst conforming to the Euro4 emission standards.

This translates to 22.5hp at 7,000rpm and 24.3Nm of maximum torque at 5,500rpm

The 2022 Yamaha XMax 250 is available at Yamaha authorized dealership for RM21,998.

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