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Shark Helmets Unveil New Spartan RS With ECE22.06 Ratings

Shark Spartan range is among the most popular from the French manufacturer thanks to its versatility to accommodate sports bikes and touring riders.

While the Spartan remains a popular choice, Shark Helmets decided it’s time for an upgrade to meet the latest ECE 22.06 safety ratings.

The Spartan RS is the first Shark helmet to meet the ECE 22.06 ratings, setting a new high for the brand’s 2022 lineup.

Nonetheless, Shark retained several key elements from the previous-gen Spartan, including the carbon fibre and fibreglass shell, UV380 sun visor and Pinlock 120 MaxVision insert.

Thanks to a new VZ 300 visor, the Spartan RS now achieves an optical class 1 rating, the highest certification for reduced optical distortion.

It also features a new 4-point anchoring system taken from the flagship Race-R Pro GP helmet.

Other features include:

  • retractable sun visor
  • three air intakes and four air vents
  • removable Alveotech interior
  • removable chin curtain
  • Shark EasyFit (for riders that wears glasses)

The Shark Spartan RS is available from XS and XXL and price at EUR349.99 (RM1.6k).

Brixton To Go Up Against The Bonneville With The GK1200

Months after the patent application leaked online, Brixton has finally unveiled the 1200cc retro motorcycle in China.

The GK1200 is equipped with a 1,200cc parallel-twin SOCH liquid-cooled engine capable of pushing between 80 and 85hp @ 6,500rpm and peak torque of 110Nm @ 3,000rpm.

The retro machine adopts the same basic design as the iconic Bonneville, with a circular headlight, flat seat, spoke wheels and two long chrome exhausts running parallel to the ground.

According to reports, the GK1200 features KYB suspension, Nissin brakes, Bosch electronics including ABS, traction control and multiple riding modes. It also packs with full LED light setup and a TFT display.

While further details remain scarce, Brixton might reveal the full specifications of the 2022 model in EICMA in November.

Ducati Welcomes Two New Scramblers From The Land Of Joy

Ducati added two new models to its Scrambler range during the second episode of Ducati World Premier 2022.

Continuing from the Ducati Multistrada V2, the Italian firm unveiled the Scrambler 1100 Tribute PRO and the Scrambler Urban Motard.

 

 

The two models represent a different approach, with the Tribute PRO pays homage to Ducati’s first twin-cylinder engine while the Urban Motard offers a younger expression.

The Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro took us back to the first twin-cylinder Ducati to go on sale in 1971.

 

Clad in a unique ‘Giallo Ocra’ yellow, the Tribute PRO also features the Giugiaro-penned Ducati logo that elevates the classic element of Ducati’s historical era.

Meanwhile, underneath the black trellis frame sits a 1,079cc L-Twin with Desmodromic Distribution, air-cooled engine capable of pumping 86hp @ 7,500rpm and 88Nm @ 4,750rpm.

 

It also features the PRO riding modes and Ducati Traction Control.

On the other hand, the Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard offers refreshing and more rebellious features.

Dressed in a red and white livery, the Urban Motard is a mixture of the Nightshift and the Desert Sled models with a side-mounted number plate, flat seat and a front beak.

The Urban Motard is powered by an 803cc L-Twin capable of producing 73hp @ 8,250rm and 66.2Nm @ 5,750rpm.

Other features include:

  • tubular steel trellis frame
  • 41mm Kayaba USD fork
  • Kayaba rear shock (pre-load adjustable)
  • spoke aluminium wheels
  • 330mm front disc with radial 4-piston callipers and 245mm rear disc with 1-piston callipers
  • BOSCH Cornering ABS
  • LCD display

Royal Enfield To Conquer The South Pole With Two Himalayan

Two Royal Enfield riders are set to embark on a 39-day expedition from Ross Ice Shelf to the South Pole on a purpose-built Himalayan.

The 770km ride is another ambitious attempt by Royal Enfield as it also conceptualised a tribute to the brand 120-year legacy.

“120 years is a long legacy for the brand, and we are delighted to have made it count.

“Over these years, we have created and nurtured a thriving culture of riding and exploration around the world.

“This pursuit of exploration has been a quintessential part of our DNA, and 90° South is another chapter in our series of extraordinary, epic motorcycling rides,” said Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director of Eicher Motors Ltd.

The 90° South-Quest for the Pole main objective is to inspire more Royal Enfield Himalayan owners to become adventurous.

According to the Indian firm, the expedition will begin from Cape Town on November 26 with two Royal Enfield riders, Santosh Vijay Kumar and Dean Coson, attempting to reach the South Pole from the Ross Ice Shelf via Leverett Glacier to the iconic Amundsen-Scoot Pole station.

The two will also be joined by Arctic Trucks, a member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators.

Interestingly, the special built Himalayan has undergone a test at the Langjokull glacier in Iceland in September and July this year.

Would You Buy A Restored 1998 Yamaha 125Z For RM90k?

This is not a prank; someone is actually selling a restored Yamaha 125Z for a price of RM90,000.

The post that garnered attention across all social media channels here witnessed an owner seeking at least 90 grand for the 2-stroke moped.

According to the owner, the 1998 125Z is a first-batch bike that’s almost completely restored with a new old stock (NOS) component.

Despite Hong Leong Yamaha Motor ending the production back in 2018, the 125Z remains one of the most sought models due to its unique characteristic and the ability to achieve high speeds.

Nonetheless, the majority of the public expressed their disbelief over the shocking price tag.

Some suggest that despite being restored with the original parts, the RM90k price tag is an overestimation.

While we appreciate the hard work behind every restoration but with a price tag of RM90k, we suggest going for something else instead, perhaps a restored 1984 Yamaha RZ250?

Kawasaki Unveils Prototype Hybrid Motorcycle, Production To Begin 2025

Kawasaki has been teasing us with plenty of patent applications regarding a hybrid motorcycle since last year.

However, the waiting period is now over as Team Green has officially unveiled the prototype during a presentation in Tokyo.

Despite several brands introducing some hybrid motorcycles in recent years (e.g. Honda PCX Hybrid), the technology wasn’t adopted widely by manufacturers.

Moreover, adding another powertrain on top of an existing petrol-powered motor doesn’t make any sense, especially if it could add more weight to the bike.

Nonetheless, this is not the case with Kawasaki as the Japanese firm managed to construct a compact petrol-powered motor and combine it with a small electric drive, thus creating a very comprehensive system altogether.

This ensures the bike maintains the same performance and range as a conventional motorcycle but with improved emission, especially during low speeds.

According to Kawasaki, the hybrid platform packs a small 48V motor and a parallel-twin engine. It also comes with a new tubular steel frame with the electric motor mounted above the transmission.

In an effort to achieve a seamless riding experience, it is said that the bike will feature an automated gearshift which Kawasaki had filed the patent applications earlier this year.

(Source: CycleWorld)

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