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Honda VFR750R (RC30) Maintenance Program Now Available In Europe

About a year ago, Honda held an important meeting with various well-known VFR750R (RC30) owners across Japan and Europe.

During the meeting, the owners expressed their desire to keep the iconic RC30 motorcycle in the best possible condition by using genuine Honda parts.

Fast forward to 2021; Honda decided to launch the “RC30 Forever” program to allow owners to maintain and ride the RC30 in total safety and tranquillity.

Under the program, Honda will produce 150 genuine parts consisting of the RC30’s engine, chassis, body and electronics.

According to Honda, the choice of components was discussed beforehand based on the owner’s request and the experts at Honda R&D departments.

In the latest news, all 150 components of the RC30 will be available for order via Honda Official Dealership across Europe.

The iconic RC30 was first unveiled at the 1987 Tokyo Motor Show before arriving in Europe a year later.

With the production limited to only 5,000 units worldwide, the motorcycle was designed to compete in the Superbike World Championship.

The RC30 featured a liquid-cooled 748cc 90 ° V4 engine and other racing features, including the use of notable material such as carbon fibre, kevlar and magnesium.

2021 MV Agusta Rush Updated With Revised Engine & Electronics

MV Agusta has unveiled the latest version of the Rush with a revised engine and electronics, including a new colour scheme.

Although the 998cc inline-four engine derived from the Brutale 1000 RR now adheres to Euro 5 regulations, MV Agusta claimed the motorcycle still maintain the same power output of 208hp at 13,000rpm and 116Nm at 11,000rpm.

The hyper naked motorcycle also comes with a new camshaft timing which improves low-end and mid-range torque.

According to MV Agusta, the 2021 Rush also packs with DLC-coated valve guides to reduce friction and improve reliability.

The unique ‘lenticular disc’ rear wheel also remains on the 2021 model, including the round LED headlight and trimmed tail section.

The updated Rush also comes with a jet-inspired paint job that can be paired with an (optional) AGV helmet and a bomber style jacket.

Every purchase of the new Rush also comes with a race kit consisting of an SC exhaust and dedicated racing ECU that will help boost the horsepower to 209hp.

Other exciting features include:

3rd generation EAS 3.0 electronic gearbox
Ohlins suspension
Brembo Stylema callipers with twin 320mm disc
GPS and Bluetooth connectivity
5.5″ TFT display

The 2021 MV Agusta Rush 1000 Limited Edition is priced at EUR38,000 (RM192,400).

A Mechanic In Italy Build This R9M Based On The Tracer 900 GT

Yamaha recently revealed the 2022 YZF-R7 after months of speculations.

Despite the R badge, the R7 is actually an MT-07 clad in a full-fairing body panel as the motorcycle shares the same CP2 689cc engine and offer the same 72.3hp and 67.9Nm.

However, before the dust settled, fans already asking about the possibility of an R9, powered by the CP3 889cc engine found on the MT-09.

While there is no confirmation Yamaha even considering a bigger version of the R7, a mechanic with a Yamaha dealership in Veneto, Italy, decided to build his own R9M using the Japanese CP3 powerplant.

Jacopo Marzaro took the Tracer 900 GT and stripped the sport tourer down to its bone before constructing a new subframe and upgrading the suspension with Ohlins fork legs and Ohlins monoshock.

Marzaro completes the R9 with a new Akrapovic exhaust system and ECU modifications to fit the R image, instantly boosting the power from 115hp to 140hp.

Interestingly, the fairing kit and livery were all done by hand in an effort to custom fit the Tracer 900 GT chassis.

MotoGP: Rossi To Decide Future During Mid Season Break

Valentino Rossi will decide whether to continue racing beyond the 2021 MotoGP amid his worst start to a season.

The Italian made the switch from factory Yamaha to Petronas Sepang Racing Team (PSRT) at the end of last season that sees Fabio Quartararo heading the other way.

Despite getting the factory treatment with the M1, the seven-time MotoGP champion is yet to finish a race within the top ten after five rounds. Meanwhile, his partner, Franco Morbidelli, managed to secure a podium finish in Jerez onboard the old A-spec M1.

Nevertheless, Rossi revealed that he would decide on his future during the summer break.

“Speaking with Petronas and Yamaha it’s more half-season, because after nine races we have the summer break and I think I will decide for next year in that period, after nine races,” said Rossi.

Rossi currently sits at 19th place in the championship standings with 9 points together with Miguel Oliveira and his half brother, Luca Marini.

(source: Visordown)

Ducati Hypermotard 950 Gets Euro 5 Updates, New Graphics For SP Version

Ducati has updated the Hypermotard 950 range to meet the Euro 5 regulation standards while introducing an all-new livery for the SP.

The Bologna-based manufacturer took some time to introduce the revised Hypermotard after focusing 2020 on the all-new Monster and Multistrada V4.

However, Ducati could not pick a better time to reveal the updated hooligan machine as the Italian marquee about to kickstart its 2021 WorldSBK campaign.

Despite the transition to Euro 5, the Testastretta 11-degree twin-cylinder engine continues to splash 114hp at 9,000rpm and 96Nm at 7,250rpm.

Meanwhile, the SP received a new colour scheme and graphic inspired by Ducati racing DNA in MotoGP.

Apart from the updated graphics, the SP is 2kg lighter and 20mm higher seats than the Standard and RVE variants.

The SP also comes with the top of the range Ohlins suspension, Marchesini forged wheels and Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) EVO as standard.

Singapore To Completely Ban Old Motorcycle By 2028

Singapore will introduce a stricter emission regulation starting from April 1 2023, in an effort to reduce air pollution.

According to Singapore’s National Environment Agency (NEA), every motorcycle registered before July 1 2003, is affected.

“These motorcycles can continue to be used until June 30 2028, as long as they meet the tightened in-use emission standards,” said NEA in a statement.

The new ruling also applies to every foreign motorcycle.

“This is similar to current rules requiring foreign motorcycles to adhere to the same exhaust noise limit as local motorcycles and not to emit any smoke or visible vapour,” explained the agency.

However, motorcycle registered after July 1 is covered by the new regulations.

Nonetheless, every motorcycle registered before July 1 2003, will be banned from the road starting July 1 2028.

Meanwhile, the Singaporean government offers SGD3,500 (RM10,800) for owners who de-register their old motorcycle earlier.

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