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We knew that CFMoto 450SR is coming to Malaysia awhile back but we just received confirmation from MForce Bike Holdings that the 450cc sportsbike is now available in Malaysia with a recommend selling price of RM28,888. 

  • Features a peppy 449cc parallel-twin with 270-degree crankshaft, good for 50HP and 39Nm.
  • The 450SR also features a host of premium components, including Brembo M40 brake callipers and switchable ABS. 

CFMoto gains worldwide attention especially in Asia and Europe with their impressive range of motorcycles including the CL700, NK650, and the 650GT.

The brand is known for bringing bike bike to the budget-conscious market including the quarter litre sportbike, the 250SR.

However, the 450SR is an all-new motorcycle altogether and features premium specs. 

Powering the 450SR is a 450cc parallel-twin DOHC engine with 270-degree crank capable of pumping 50hp @ 9,500rpm and 39Nm @ 7,600rpm with a compression ratio of 11.1:5.

Power is delivered to the rear wheel via a final chain drive mated to a six-speed transmission.

Other notable features include a 5-inch TFT curved instrument display with smartphone connectivity and USB charging port.

With a 14L fuel tank and a kerb weight of 169kg, the CFMoto 450SR is definitely a strong contender in the 400cc to 450cc segment. 

Aveta Malaysia Sdn Bhd has unveiled the country’s first smart hybrid scooter with a DVR System, the VADV150 Hybrid. Combining cutting-edge technology with sleek design, this innovative scooter is perfect for urban commuters seeking a safe and enjoyable ride.

  • the VADV150 Hybrid, is the country’s first smart hybrid scooter with a DVR system.
  • the scooter features advanced technology including SAF ABS technology, and adaptive front light system.

The VADV150 Hybrid is powered by a 4-valve, SOHC, liquid-cooled hybrid engine, delivering a maximum power of 12.1kW and a maximum torque of 14.6Nm. Its 9.3L fuel tank capacity is ideal for daily use, while the braking system boasts disc brakes and SAF ABS technology for both front and rear wheels, ensuring safe and reliable braking performance.

This advanced scooter also features an adaptive front light system (AFS), which adjusts the light beam based on the riding speed and angle. The 7-inch TFT display with TBOX speedometer provides clear and comprehensive information to the rider, while the keyless lock and ignition system adds convenience and security.

What sets the VADV150 Hybrid apart from other scooters is the DVR system with front and rear cameras. This feature provides added safety and security, as well as the ability to capture and share memorable moments during the ride.

The VADV150 Hybrid is available in three vibrant colours – Yellow Topaz, Blue Sapphire, and Red Ruby – with a Basic Selling Price (SSP) of RM 13,980.

 

Meanwhile, Aveta Malaysia’s Managing Director, Mr Max Ang is excited over the introduction of the VADV150 for the Malaysian market.

“We are excited to launch the VADV150 Hybrid, which offers a unique combination of advanced technology, safety features, and stylish design. We believe that this scooter will provide a safe, reliable, and enjoyable riding experience for all commuters,” he said. 

Italian motorcycle manufacturer, Ducati, has had an incredible year, achieving record figures for sales, revenue, and operating profit. 

  • Ducati has achieved a record-breaking year in 2022, with more than 1 billion euros in revenue.
  • Despite the supply chain disruption affecting the automotive sector in 2022, Ducati’s profitability also increased.

The company has surpassed the 1 billion euros revenue figure for the first time in its history, marking a 24% increase from 2021, with 61,562 motorcycles sold. 

The operating profit was also impressive with a record of 109 million euros, corresponding to a growth of 77% compared to the previous year. 

These financial achievements were made despite the supply chain disruptions in the automotive sector that heavily affected many other companies. 

In addition, Ducati has presented eight new models for 2023 and will be the sole supplier of motorcycles for the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship. 

With these exciting developments, the company is steadily establishing itself as a solid and innovative brand that offers an exceptional experience to motorcycle enthusiasts worldwide.

Ducati has unveiled exciting new activities and collaborations for its Borgo Panigale Experience, offering motorcycle enthusiasts an even more immersive journey through the brand’s history and present.

  • Ducati has introduced new activities, collaborations, and methods of visit to enhance the Borgo Panigale Experience, allowing enthusiasts to have a full immersion in the world of red bikes from Borgo Panigale.
  • Ducati has partnered with Lamborghini to offer a new “Ducati Museum and Automobili Lamborghini Museum Experience” for enthusiasts.

The Borgo Panigale Experience is a path created by Ducati for all those who want to experience a full immersion in the world of the red bikes from Borgo Panigale. Visitors can relive over 90 years of history and passion inside the Ducati Museum, and witness the birth of the motorcycles that make Ducatisti around the world dream.

Ducati’s latest collaboration is with Lamborghini, offering the “Ducati Museum and Automobili Lamborghini Museum Experience” for those who want to experience the motoring talent, creative knowledge, and passion of two excellences of Motor Valley that bring Made in Italy to the world. Starting from March 25th until May 7th, guests can visit both museums in a single day at a reduced rate and a free shuttle bus service connecting the Borgo Panigale and Sant’Agata Bolognese museum complexes.

In addition, visitors can also enjoy Discovery Tours with Livio Lodi, Curator of the Ducati Museum, who will transfer his great knowledge and passion for the brand. Enthusiasts can explore the Ducati Museum by walking with its own Curator, discovering stories, anecdotes, and untold moments through exciting storytelling, having an even more immersive experience in the rooms that retrace the iconic models, sporting feats, legendary riders, and technological milestones that helped build the Ducati brand.

Visits to the Ducati Museum in the company of the Curator will be held from April 1st to October 7th, one Saturday every month, for groups of up to 12 people. For each date, there is a tour in Italian and one in English.

Furthermore, thanks to a partnership between Fondazione Ducati and Trenitalia Tper, those travelling on board the trains of the Emilia-Romagna regional railway company will have the opportunity to visit the Ducati Museum at a special rate. The activities implemented by Ducati to make the Borgo Panigale Experience even more exciting and unique are aimed at enhancing the journey through the brand’s history and present, offering all enthusiasts a unique opportunity to touch first-hand the values of Style, Sophistication, and Performance.

For those who want to visit and book, all details are available in the section dedicated to the Borgo Panigale Experience on the Ducati website. With these new activities and collaborations, Ducati has taken the Borgo Panigale Experience to the next level, providing motorcycle enthusiasts with an unforgettable and immersive experience.

Exciting news for motorcycle enthusiasts! The 2024 GasGas ES 900 and SM 900 have been spotted testing, giving a sneak peek into what can be expected from the expanding GasGas range.

  • The two test mule is build based on existing KTM platforms but with different styling altogether. 
  • Powering the ES 900 and SM 900 is the tried and test KTM LC8c parallel-twin engine. 

KTM, the parent company of GasGas, is using its established LC8c parallel-twin engine to power these new models.

According to reports by Cycle World (CLICK HERE TO SEE THEM), the bikes spotted on test are a supermoto and an enduro, both based on existing KTM parts. The enduro-style ES 900 prototype uses the chassis and engine from the KTM 890 Adventure R, while the supermoto-style SM 900 prototype borrows components from the KTM 890 Duke R.

GasGas, which entered the streetbike market last year with the launch of the SM 700 supermoto and ES 700 enduro models, plans to expand its range. Similar to Husqvarna, GasGas will use existing KTM platforms, but will add distinct styling to differentiate itself from other brands in the market.

The new GasGas models are expected to be either 799cc or 889cc, using the existing LC8c engine. As the current GasGas range already includes the SM 700 and ES 700, it’s likely that the firm will use the 889cc twins in the new models, along with the names SM 900 and ES 900.

Both the ES 900 and SM 900 prototypes feature new bodywork with side panels that mimic the motocross-inspired shapes used on other GasGas models. They also have similar headlights to the ES 700 and SM 700, with a trapezoid shape.

It’s exciting to see GasGas expanding its street-focused range, and with KTM’s expertise in engineering and design, these new models are sure to be impressive. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the 2024 release date.

Despite introducing major changes to its 2023 lineup by introducing the parallel-twin powered GSX-8S and V-Strom 800DE, the House of Hamamatsu decided to retain some of its popular model for the new year, mainly the returning GSX-S750. 

 

Powering the 2023MY is the tried and tested 749cc inline-four, fuel-injected engine that continue to make 112.6hp and 81Nm. Power is delivered to the rear-wheel via a 6-speed manual transmission. 

As usual, the GSX-S750 advanced traction control is an additional electronics that helps to harness the bike’s raw power. 

The bike is suspended by KYB gold-painted front forks and dual radial-mounted Nissin 4-pot callipers. 

Also retains for the 2023 is the iconic bodywork which thanks to its angular design and wide handlebars, the GSX-S750 is not only aggressive but also comfy. 

For the new year, the Suzuki GSX-S750 comes in Pearl Brilliant White and Champion Yellow No.2. 

Also return to Suzuki’s lineup is the 2023 GSX-R250 ABS.

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