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LEGO Releases BMW M 1000 RR Technic Set

If the RM249,500 BMW M 1000 RR is too much for your pocket, then you might want to consider the a more affordable BMW M 1000 RR LEGO Technic set.

According to BMW Motorrad, the LEGO Technic features a 1,920-piece set that makes a 1:5 scale to the original carbon-wheeled machine.

The set includes a gold chain, functional three-speed gearbox, forks, rear shock and a dashboard with three display options.

The BMW M 1000 RR is a special machine, as it is the first two-wheeled machine produced by BMW M Division.

“In the same way, the LEGO Technic team realised they needed to come up with something unprecedented to pay tribute to the M RR.

“The result is a motorcycle and a technical model that each represent the state of the art in their respective fields,” said Ralf Rodepeter, Head of Marketing and Product Management at BMW Motorrad.

Interestingly, the M 1000 RR LEGO Technic sete is USD150 more than the Ducati Panigale V4 R set that came out last year.

Moreover, the BMW Motorrad Technic set will only be available in January 1st.

2021 BMW R 18 Transcontinental And R 18 B Lands In Malaysia – From RM186k

In less than six months after its global launch, BMW Motorrad Malaysia has officially unveil the R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B cruiser motorcycle for the Malaysian market.

The R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B (Bagger) takes the R 18 range to new heights as a Grand American Tourer motorcycle.

Built based on the R 18 First Edition and Classic, the Transcontinental and Bagger are ideal for the long-distance ride thanks to the large batwing front fairing and taller windshield.

According to BMW Motorrad, while the Transcontinental offers the classic American motorcycle elements, the R 18 B, on the other hand, is designed as a “rider’s machine” delivering emotional riding pleasure and is ideal for cool touring and cruising.

Nonetheless, the R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B continue to be powered by the Big Boxer 1,802 cc engine capable of producing 91hp @ 4,750rpm and 158Nm @ 3,000rpm.

Meanwhile, a double-loop tube steel frame sits at the heart of the chassis, designed to continue the legacy of the iconic R 5.

Other interesting features available on the R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B includes:

49mm telescopic fork with fork sleeves
cantilever suspension strut (damping and preload-adjustable)
light alloy cast wheels
BMW Motorrad Full Integral ABS
twin disc at the front
single disc at the rear
48L top case (Transcontinental)
24L tank

While the R 18 First Edition and Classic missed out on the cruise control feature, the two new variants come equipped with Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) as standard.

However, customers can opt for the Active Cruise Control (ACC) as an ex-works option.

The ACC allows relaxed gliding with distance control – without the rider having to adjust the speed to the vehicle in front.

To increase comfort, the R 18 Transcontinental feature a ‘mid-mounted footpeg’ and a comfortable seat with seat heating functions as standard, while the R 18 B comes with a slimmer seat bench.

The cockpit features classically designed round instruments and a 10.25″ TFT colour display with map navigation for convenient route planning and extensive connectivity as standard.

Other electronic features include:

three riding modes: Rain/Roll/Rock
Automatic Stability Control
engine drag torque control (MSR)
Hill Start Control
Marshall 2-way speaker
Marshall Gold Series Stage 1 & 2 (optional)

The R 18 Transcontinental and R 18 B is priced at RM198, 500 and RM186,500 respectively.

2022 Ducati DesertX Breaks Cover – 21L Tank, 110HP

Ducati has offically unveiled the DesertX, the latest addition from the Borgo Panigale factory during the final episode of Ducati World Premier 2021 web series.

The DesertX is finally showcased in its production form, two years since the prototype concept was revealed at 2019 EICMA.

The Ducati DesertX is the latest contender in a competitive ADV category which includes the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally, Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin and the upcoming MV Agusta Lucky Explorer 9.5.

According to Ducati, the DesertX is heavily inspired by the rally raiders that competed in the Paris-Dakar Rally during the 80s and 90s.

Dressed in an all-white with red accents, the DesertX appears in a heavy off-road elements combines with a distinctive twin circular LED headlights with DRL (Daytime Running Light).

The Ducati DesertX is built around an all-new steel trellis frame, aimed to improve rigidity especially in rough terrain. It also come equipped with a dedicated long travel suspension settings paired to a 21″ front and 18″ rear wheel.

The suspension system is handled by a full-adjustable Kayaba 46mm upside-down front forks and full-adjustable Kayaba monoshock with preload adjustment.

Other standard features available on the DesertX includes:

Wheelie Control
Engine Brake Control
Ducati Quick Shift
Cruise Control
Ducati Brake Light
USB power Socket
Steering damper
21L tank (with additional 8L tank as optional)

Meanwhile, braking is done by 320mm aluminium flange semi-floating disc paired to a Brembo M50 callipers and assisted by Bosch Cornering ABS.

At the heart sits the 937cc Testastretta 11-degree Desmodromic engine capable of producing 110hp @ 9,250rpm and 92Nm @ 6,500rpm.

However, in respect to the same engine used on the Monster and Hypermotard, Ducati has updated the powerplant with lighter components.

In turn, the new Testastretta on the DesertX is now 1.7kg lighter, contributed by a new sound absorbing covers, new clutch, new clutch cover, revised gearbox and ignition stick coils.

According to Ducati, the engine has also been tweaked to allow for more seamless low-speed changes.

Ducati also optimised the riders seat, to ensure comfort on-road and off-road with an adjustable saddle. The pillion seat can also be remove.

Taller dashboard also allow riders to to see the 5″ TFT dash while standing up.

The DesertX offers six riding modes comprising of Sport, Touring, Urban, Wet, Enduro and Rally. Riders can also adjust the power modes accordingly.

The 2022 Ducati DesertX is expected to be made available worldwide beginning May 2022.

Honda Rolls Out 2022 CB400X And CBR400R

Honda has upgrade its entry-level game in the Japanese market by updating the CB400X and CBR400R for 2022.

The 400cc motorcycle now gets a host of upgrades which in turn making them a better performing road-bike in the country.

The 400cc displacement is built specifically to cater lower displacement license owners in Japan who finds obtaining a license for higher-capacity motorcycle painstakingly expensive. This in turn, is why the CBR400R and CB400X is popular in Japan.

Nevertheless, the CB400R and CB400X received premium components for 2022, which includes a Showa Separate Function Big Piston (SFF-BP) forks similar to the one available on the CBR650R. The SFF BP improve handling and cornering remarkably well, hence traslate to an engaging ride.

Following the footsteps of the recently updated CBR500R and CB500X, the 400cc variants now features dual front disc brakes and radial mounter callipers.

The 2022 CB400X also follows the same design language as the CB500X which includes a taller windscreen, full LED lights and longer travel suspension, inverted front forks and dual front disc.

Despite rolls out with dual-purpose tires, the CB400X is a more road oriented bike.

Both models are powered by Honda’s 399cc, liquid-cooled, 180-degree parallel-twin engine that produces 45hp, more than enough for young and inexperience riders to enjoy the ride without getting into too much trouble.

200HP Damon HyperFighter Colossus Open For Booking – RM147k

Damon Motorcycles new HyperFighter Colossus is now open for booking but will only be available as a limited-edition model with just 100 units slated for production.

However, the worldwide orders for the HyperFighter Colossus are on a ‘first-in-line’ basis, meaning by the time this news is published, it is safe to assume the entire slot has already been taken.

Interestingly, none of the future owners will get to see the finished design of the HyperFighter Colossus during the reservation process.

Instead, the new machine can only be seen once it is put on display a the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas scheduled to take place on January 5 2022.

According to Damon, the HyperFighter Colossus makes 200hp and over 200Nm as well as a top speed of 273km/h with a 0-100km/h in less than 3-seconds. This is achievable with the help of Damon new HyperDrive powertrain.

The 20 kWh battery takes just 45 minutes to get to 80 per cent charge with DC fast charging, 2.5 hours to 90 per cent on a 240V outlet and 15 hours to 90 per cent on a 110V outlet.

Besides the impressive powertrain, the HyperFighter Colossus is equipped with Damon’s CoPilot system, which features a 360-radar camera and sensor that tracks up to 64 objects.

The bike also gets Damon’s Shift System, which electronically changes riding ergonomics on the go.

Damon says the HyperFighter Colossus will feature more top-notch electronics once it is officially unveiled in Vegas.

Other specifications include:

17″ front and rear wheels
32″ seat height
57″ wheelbase
Öhlins suspension
Brembo brakes

The Damon HyperFighter Colossus is priced at USD35,000 (RM147k), and you can reserve on with a USD250 deposit on Damon’s official site.

KTM To Expand The 390 Adventure Range – New Variant Spied

The KTM 390 Adventure was well-received ever since its global introduction at 2019 EICMA.

Despite the success two years later, the Austrian manufacturer actually ran multiple test mules of different designs, one of which includes a rally variant similar to KTM’s 450 Rally.

The test mule features a taller front section, with an instrument console and handlebar-mounted higher compared to the production 390 Adventure.

In the latest development, reports in India suggest that KTM is ready to roll out the production version of the 390 Rally.

The Rally edition is expected to offer better ergonomics, control and balance, especially in off-road conditions.

Spied photos show a taller clear windscreen to enhance riders’ protection against dirt and debris and improve riding ergonomics.

However, major parts appear largely the same as the stock 390 Adventure including the 373cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that makes 43hp and 37Nm.

It is worth noting that the upcoming Rally variants will feature a new off-road mode that was recently introduced on the 2022 KTM 390 Adventure.

Riding on a steel trellis frame, the 390 Adventure utilizes WP APEX 43mm USD front forks and WP APEX monoshock at the rear.

Despite the rugged looks, the Rally editions are expected to maintain the 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels with the option to upgrade to wire-spoke wheels from KTM Powerparts.

Meanwhile, the braking system comprises of ByBre 320mm disc at the front and 230mm at the rear. Bosch dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.

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