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Haojue XCR300 Breaks Cover In China – 28hp, 27Nm

Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, Haojue, has unveiled its new naked motorcycle, the XCR300, at the China International Motorcycle Expo.

The XCR300 brings an all-new design, starting with the split LED headlamp reminiscent of the Yamaha MT-25. It also comes with a single-piece seat, twin exhaust and a full LED light setup.

Moreover, it also features an impressive 16L fuel tank, 41mm KYB USD fork, assist and slipper clutch, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and digital LCD.

Underneath the fairing sits a 298cc twin-cylinder engine capable of producing 28.4hp and 27.8Nm and mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

Meanwhile, braking is done by a single disc at both ends clamped with Nissin axial callipers. Interestingly, the XCR300 also comes equipped with alloy wheels wrapped in premium Pirelli Rosso 3 tyres.

According to reports in China, the Haojue XCR300 is priced at CNY28,000 (RM18.2k).

MV Agusta Celebrates The Iconic Nürburgring With Limited Edition Brutale 1000

When an automotive company introduces a model that adopts the name Nürburgring, you probably expect it to feature top-notch components.

In this case, MV Agusta has just unveiled the Brutale 1000 Nürburgring Edition to celebrate the legendary circuit.

Limited to just 150 units, the special edition Brutale 1000 comes equipped with carbon fibre components such as BST carbon fibre wheels that adopt an innovative billet hub. The company claimed that the innovative feature allows the wheels to be lighter and stronger, hence increases acceleration and handling.

The bike also comes with a full titanium Arrow 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system and features a longer manifold that helps achieve higher torque.

The Italian firm also redesigned the front headlight cowl, with MV Agusta claimed it helps increase aerodynamics, especially during high speeds.

You can also find a host of carbon fibre components around the rest of the motorcycle including the engine cover.

Anyway, with only 150 units available worldwide, it is safe to say that there’s no chance for any of us actually to witness this bike anytime soon.

Lifan Enters Adventure Bike Segment With KPT 400 – 42hp, 35Nm

Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, Lifan, has unveiled the KPT 400, an all-new 400cc adventure bike at the Shenzhen Motor Expo.

While it may look similar to the Harley-Davidson Pan America, we are surprised that the bike actually feature some decent specs.

The Lifan KPT 400 features a 400cc parallel-twin engine capable of producing 42hp @ 9,500rpm and 35Nm @ 7,500rpm putting it in the mix with the KTM 390 Adventure.

Meanwhile, a steel trellis frame sits underneath the fairing, with the front suspended by a USD fork and monoshock at the rear.

Braking is provided by twin 2-piston callipers at the front and a single-piston calliper at the rear.

Other exciting features include a full-colour TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, a full LED light setup and an 18.5L fuel tank.

Heavily Updated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R On Its Way?

Kawasaki is set to debut five motorcycles in the US and three more at EICMA in November.

While it could be a revised version of the current lineup, there is a bit of talk behind the scenes that we might see a heavily upgraded ZX-6R.

This is based on the photos by Kawasaki, showing eight models (including a jet-ski) that is scheduled to debut this year.

One of them is rumoured to be a new ZX-6R, and the exposed exhaust canister is a small giveaway of the motorcycle.

Kawasaki already launched the updated Ninja ZX-10R last year; hence it is likely that the next in line to receive the same treatment is in the middleweight supersport, namely the ZX-6R.

If this is true, it could mark as a bold statement from the Japanese firm as all of its competitors have decided to end the 600cc range mainly due to Euro5 regulations.

A debut in EICMA will also mean that the ZX-6R will be available for the European markets; thus, an updated engine to meet the Euro5 homologation is on the card.

However, there are also rumours that it could be referring to the ZX-4R, a 4-inline 400cc sports bike inspired by the success of the ZX-25R.

Whatever it may be, we are excited to see what Team Green has in store for us.

FIRST LOOK: 2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660

If you’re in the market for an all-capable motorcycle, you might find the answer in the all-new Triumph Tiger Sport 660.

Built on the same platform as the Trident 660, the Tiger Sport 660 features the same triple-cylinder engine as its naked sibling and is set to go up against the Kawasaki Versys 650, Suzuki V-Strom 650 and the Yamaha Tracer 7.

The triple powerplant delivers around 79hp @ 10,250rpm, and 64Nm @ 6,250rpm, with the British firm, claims 90 per cent of the torque is available from 3,600rpm.

Like the Trident, the Tiger Sport 660 features two riding modes, Road and Rain, ride-by-wire with 6-speed transmission, and a slipper/clutch.

Braking is done by twin 2-piston Nissin radial callipers paired to a 310mm disc at the front and a 255mm disc at the rear. It also features dual-channel ABS that’s, unfortunately, can’t be turn off.

Other exciting features include 41mm Showa USD front forks with 150mm travel ad Showa rear monoshock with hydraulic preload adjustable.

835mm seat height
17.2L fuel tank
LED lights with self-cancelling indicators
TFT display with My Triumph connectivity
Triumph Shift Assist up/down quickshifter (optional)
heated grips (optional)
under-seat USB charger (optional)
TPMS (optional)

Looking at the success of the Trident, the Tiger Sport 660 will follow the same formula and expand to a broader audience that seeks comfort and practicality.

It could potentially become the best seller from the Hinckley factory.

Kawasaki Motors Begins Latest Chapter With New Corporate Logo

Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has recently announced Kawasaki Motors Limited as a new entity in charge of its motorcycle businesses.

KHI decided to introduce the spin-off motorcycle company after the brand witnessed an increase of 80 per cent sales since 2017.

Customers demographics are increasingly younger as well, as the Japanese firm revealed a number of riders in their 20s had grown significantly by 60 per cent within the same period.

Even before announcing Kawasaki Motors Limited, the company has already pushing to expand their factory in the US, including spending around USD265 million in global expansion projects.

To celebrate the new corporate identity, Kawasaki Motors Limited is branding itself with a new logo or an old one previously used on the H2 range.

The company decided to adopt the iconic River Mark as the official corporate logo. The design was conceptualized with the Japanese kanji for “kawa”, which means “river”. The logo was originally flown on the flags of ships owned by Kawasaki Tsukiji Shipyard, which later became KHI.

The new logo is a clear statement of intent that will shape the company moving forwards.

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