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Individuals found guilty of breaching the Movement Control Order (MCO) will now be fine RM10,000 compared to the RM1,000 fine previously imposed.

Meanwhile, companies and organizations will be liable to a maximum fine of up to RM50,000.

The new rule is according to the new Emergency (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021 gazetted yesterday.

Covid-19 patients or close contact personnel may also be instructed to wear a tracking device for easier monitoring under the new ordinance.

The new rules will come into effect on March 11.

Nicky Hayden to be inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America later this year, four years after his death.

His best achievement was becoming the 2006 MotoGP World Champion with Hona, which had to be decided in the final race of the year in Valencia.

Nicki Hayden

Hayden accumulated 252 points to emerge champion, with Valentino Rossi 2nd and Loris Capirossi third in the standings.

The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, in a statement, says that apart from emerging as world champion, Hayden also broke Rossi winning streak.

“The Kentucky Kid was best known for winning the 2006 MotoGP World Championship, breaking Valentino Rossi streak of five straight titles. Hayden emerged in 1997, winning the inaugural AMA Horizon Award in recognition of his flat-track prowess.

“In 1999, he was named AMA Athlete of the Year after capturing the AMA Supersport title, and his first Grand National win.

“Three years later, he became the youngest ever winner of the AMA Superbike Championship, including the 2002 Daytona 200.”

The American rider will be inducted into the hall of fame on September 29th as part of the 2021 class of inductees for the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.

Hayden was involved in an accident after being hit by a driver while cycling alone near Rimini, Italy.

 

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He cycled briefly with friends Denis Pazzagini early afternoon, which was proven by his last Instagram post that day before deciding to continue all by himself.

He suffered a traumatic brain injury due to the accident and died five days later.

The highly-anticipated 2021 Aprilia RS 660 is heading to Malaysia soon after making wave worldwide since its launch last year.

We understand that the all-new motorcycle will arrive sometime between March and April this year after doing some digging. However, what catches our attention is that at a promotional price of RM6X, XXX is expected to be introduced.

The motorcycle was due to launch last year. However, due to the ongoing pandemic Covid-19, it had to be postponed to 2021.

Focused on delivering a more exciting riding pleasure into the rider’s everyday life, the RS 660 comes fitted with 659cc twin-cylinder engine (parallel-twin) that produces a very respectable 100hp at 10,500rpm and 67Nm at 8,500rpm. This is further amplified thanks to its dry weight of only 169kg.

Controlling all this power was tasked to its Aprilia Performance Ride Control (APRC) electronics suite, which consists of an advanced inertial six-axis navigation system similar to the one found on the RSV4.

The APRC includes traction control, wheelie control, quickshifter, cruise control, engine braking and mapping, and adjustable ABS.

Other notable features include:

  • Ride-by-Wire engine management
  • Six-speed manual transmission with Aprilia Quick Shift (AQS) up and down
  • Five riding modes (Road and Track, three fixed and two customisable)
  • Front KYB 41mm stanchion fork (preload & rebound adjustable)
  • Rear aluminium asymmetric swingarm with adjustable monoshock
  • Dual 320mm front disc brakes with Brembo radial callipers
  • Single 220mm rear disc + more

KTM has dropped the cover on the new 1290 Super Adventure R with the enduro focused motorcycle that now meets Euro 5 standards and a wide range of upgrades.

According to KTM, the 1290 Super Adventure R was built solely by focusing on the ability to move on the most inaccessible terrain in a simple and intuitive way.

The redesigned 23L fuel tank improves agility and provides a lower centre of gravity and an improved riding feel in all conditions.

KTM also applies changes to the steering head which was moved back by 15mm, and the engine was rotated forward by 2°, and the die-cast open-lattice swingarm was lengthened.

The handling and comfort also improved with a renewed WP XPLOR 48mm suspension at the front that guarantees a travel of 220 mm and WP PDS fully adjustable shock at the rear.

The 1290 Super Adventure R now packs with advanced electronic packages as standard, consist of a new six-axis inertial platform, Traction Control, stability control, ASB off-road, four riding modes (RAIN, STREET, SPORT and OFFROAD), easily accessed via a 7″ TFT display.

The motorcycle is powered by a Euro 5 approved KTM LC8 V-Twin engine that produces 160 hp at 9,000rpm and 138 Nm of torque at 6,500rpm.

For 2021, the model features two separate radiators; instead of the single unit on the previous model. Meanwhile, the redesigned air ducts help reduce the amount of hot air hitting the rider’s legs.

Thanks to the renewed air filter box, riders can easily access the air filter by simply removing four screws.

The all-new KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is available at EUR19,850 (RM97,413).

Triumph has updated the entire Bonneville range with the T100, T120, Street Twin, Speedmaster and Bobber.

Whereas other manufacturers decided to kill off specific models due to Euro 5 regulations, the British marque decided it is the best time to update their Modern Classic line.

Not just to meet Euro 5 standards but also to introduce a series of upgrades.

Triumph T120 and T120 Black 2021

For 2021, Triumph updated the 1200cc High Torque twin-engine to meet the Euro 5 standards, and what you get is more responsive and lower emissions.

According to Triumph, the T120 has been specifically tuned to deliver high torque and delivers 80PS at 6,550rpm and 105Nm at 3,500rpm.

The engine mass has been reduced significantly by using a lighter crankshaft, optimised clutch, and balancer shafts, all of which have reduced inertia and the overall weight of the bike.

The use of new aluminium wheels helps the bike to weight 7kg less than the previous model.

The T120 is available in three colour scheme; Jet Black, Cordovan Red and Silver Ice, Cobalt Blue and Silver Ice with a hand-painted gold lining.

Meanwhile, the T120 Black is available in Jet Black or Matt Jet Black and Matt Graphite with silver coach lining.

Triumph T100 2021

The 900cc High Torque engine now produces 10PS more than the previous T100 due to the engine tweak to meet Euro 5, while the bike has also shed 4kg in weight.

The use of a new crank and aluminium wheel rim contributed to the significant weight loss.

The motorcycle also gains other upgrades with revised cartridge forks, Brembo twin-pot brakes, traction control and ABS systems.

Triumph T100 is available in three colours – Lucerne Blue and Fusion White scheme, single tone Jet Black option, Carnival Red and Fusion White.

Triumph Street Twin 2021

For 2021, the Street Twin received comfort upgrades with a 10mm thicker seat and new foam padding for a more comfortable ride.

The 900cc High Torque twin-engine retains all the power but now meets Euro 5 requirements, producing lower emission and excellent fuel efficiency.

The motorcycle now achieves incredible torque from low down, right through the rev range for thrilling acceleration anytime it’s needed, with 65PS peak power arriving at 7,500 rpm and with 80Nm peak torque 3,800 rpm.

Triumph also offers a Gold Line limited edition model of the Street Twin limited to only 1,000 units worldwide.

It features a Matt Sapphire Black paint scheme with Triumph heritage logo and hand-painted gold lining.

Triumph Speedmaster 2021

The Speedmaster also received extensive upgrades with the 1200cc Euro 5 engine producing 77hp and 105Nm.

Triumph claimed that 90 per cent of its torque is available up to 5,750rpm.

The new Speedmaster also gain better handling thanks to new 47mm Showa cartridge forks replacing the 41mm KYB found on the previous model.

To better suit a long-distance ride, the Speedmaster also received an 11mm thicker pillion seat.

Triumph Bobber 2021

The Bobber received beefy suspension via 47mm non-adjustable front forks, while the new Euro 5 engine now produces 105Nm and 77hp.

Triumph also ditched the 9L tank and opted for more range via 12L tank, which Triumph claimed to achieve 33 per cent more range than the previous Bobber.

The new generation Bobber comes in three colour options, Matt Storm grey and Matt Ironstone, Cordovan Red and classic Jet Black.

More to come..

Triumph will also reveal the 2021 Scrambler 1200 XC and XE and Street Scrambler on the 13th and 20th of April.

Marc Marquez makes an appearance alongside new team-mate, Pol Espargaro during the 2021 Repsol Honda presentation.

However, the six-time world champion admits he will set to sit out from the Qatar Test pending recovery of his right arm.

The 28-year-old rider has undergone three operations so far after suffering a horrific accident during last season opener in Jerez and hasn’t been on track since last July.

After the online presentation, Marquez ruled himself out of the official Qatar testing next month.

“Now we just try to follow my body with the physio and doctor, increase the work at home. But I don’t know – and the doctors don’t know – when I will be ready to return. But the most important is that every week I feel better.

“It’s been 10 months without a bike and the first time I will ride the MotoGP again I will not be 100%. One thing is to be 100% on the bone side, another is to be 100% for the muscles and everything,” explained Marquez.

Moreover, Marquez admits it might take him a half-a-season to return to his best form.

“We’ll see if it takes one race, two races or half-a-season to be the same Marc as before,” he added.

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