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After winning six world championships with Marc Marquez, 2020 was a complete defeat for Honda with only two podiums recorded, thanks to Alex Marquez.

With the 2021 season opener inching closer, the Japanese outfit is still accessing Marquez’s condition.

“We are currently monitoring Marc’s condition to make sure he returns in great shape, and we are preparing a fast bike for him,” explained Honda Racing Corporation Manager, Tetsuiro Hikita.

The never-ending questions regarding Marc’s availability for the upcoming season opener suggest that the team is ‘looking’ for someone experienced enough to tame the RC213V alongside Pol Espargaro.

Although Andrea Dovizioso’s name came up, the Honda top brass is not confident the rider would be interested.

“If he (Marquez) doesn’t make it back in time, we’ll have Stefan (Bradl) with us, like last year.

“There are rumours that Andrea (Dovizioso) could be joining us, but I don’t think a rider of his caliber would be interested,” Hikita concluded.

Four units of the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS were handed over to the General Prevention and Public Rescue Office Police that will be used to patrol the streets of Milan, Italy.

The four units will join the other two Turismo Veloce and two Rivale already serving the “Nibbio” motorcycle department.

The joint effort between MV Agusta and Milano Police Headquarters seeks to increase public safety in Milan by enabling efficient policing and rapid actions.

Dressed in a striking blue and white livery, the Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS is powered by the iconic three-cylinder 798cc engine capable of producing 110hp @ 10,150rpm and 80Nm @ 7,100rpm and matted to a 6-speed transmission.

The sport-touring motorcycle is fitted with a 22L tank and allows the bike to travel more than 300km with a full tank meanwhile the SCS (Smart Clutch System) allows effortless management of the clutch.

With a top speed claimed at 230km/h, we believed no bad guy in their right mind would want to attempt a criminal offense in Milan.

Finally, after 14 years since the second generation, Hayabusa was presented to the world, Suzuki Motorcycle introduces the all-new Hayabusa via Suzuki Motorcycle Global Salon.

The third generation Hayabusa has gone through a major makeover for 2021 with a sharper and sleek exterior including an all-new electronic package.

According to Suzuki, the new Hayabusa received more than 550 new parts with the goal was to make the ever-powerful motorcycle easier to handle with advanced electronic riding aid.

Apart from electronic gizmos, the 1,340cc inline-four engine (now Euro 5 compliant) produces 187hp @ 9,700rpm and 150Nm @ 7,000rpm and paired to a 6-speed transmission.

Although the numbers are lower than the previous generation Suzuki claimed the new engine delivers better power delivery at low and mid-rpm.

Major changes to the engine include revised cam profiles, redesigned combustion chamber and redesigned crankcase which helps to improved durability and improved oil lubrication.

Other major changes include a new exhaust system, ride-by-wire, and Suzuki Ram Air Direct.

The 2021 ‘Busa is packed with fully adjustable suspension units from KYB while the braking is done by the top-notch Brembo Stylema calipers with 320mm disc front and 310mm at the rear.

Did we mention that the ‘Busa comes with Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 tires as standard? It does.

Suzuki also managed to inject lots of electrical aid mainly the Suzuki Intelligent Ride Suite (SIRS) managed by a 6-axis IMU which get you the following:

  • wheelie control
  • launch control
  • engine brake control
  • rear-wheel lift control
  • three power maps
  • hill hold control
  • speed limiter

To make things fun, Suzuki fitted the Hayabusa with an up/down quickshifter and cruise control which can be set as low as 30km/h up to 200km/h.

Clearly, there is a lot to be excited about with the new Hayabusa and we hope it will reach our shores soon!

The highly-awaited Honda ADV 150 is finally here after much speculation.

Retailed at RM11,999, the 150cc scooter is powered by the same SOCH engine you can find on the PCX 150 that produces 14.7hp @ 8,500rpm and 13.8Nm torque @ 6,500rpm.

The adventure-ish scooter offers a different vibe hence we are convince the ADV 150 is the new champion for 150cc scooter.

 

Other interesting features:

  • full LED light set up
  • single-channel ABS
  • Emergency Stop Signal
  • Honda SMART Key System
  • adjustable two-level windscreen
  • LCD meter
  • Idling Stop System (ISS)
  • 27.8L storage

 

Honda claimed the scooter is off-road capable with a high ground clearance of 165mm, but we will have our doubts until we are given a chance to test the bike ourselves.

Nevertheless, we are certain the scooter can tackle various conditions with Showa front fork and Show twin sub-tank.

The inclusion of 240mm front disc brake and 220mm on the rear provides stability and efficient braking.

The Honda ADV 150 is available in two colour options, Vivacity Red and Mat Charcoal Gray Metallic.

Three years after the global launch in 2018, the Benelli 752S is finally here in Malaysia with a retail price of RM37,888.

The 752S is equipped with a twin-cylinder 754cccc that produces 76hp at 8,500rpm and 67Nm at 6,500rpm.

The bike also features upside-down front fork by Marzocchi, four-piston Brembo callipers paired with 320mm floating disc and 260mm at the rear, 14.5 L tank and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

To add to the overall looks, the 752S comes with an all-digital TFT screen!

According to Benelli Malaysia, the 752S is already available at every dealership across the country and comes with two-year warranty or 20,000km (whichever comes first).

Ducati will introduce a Pikes Peak edition of the Multistrada V4 for 2021.

Had already offered the Pikes Peak edition for the previous 1260 Multistrada the Italian marque set to continue the tradition with latest Multistrada V4.

Pikes Peak has always been one of the most iconic streets for Ducati even after they switched from the Multistrada to the prototype, Streetfighter V4, during Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2019.

After Carlin Dunne tragic accident leads to the ban of two wheels from competing in the Hill Climb, Ducati went ahead with the plans to introduce a Pikes Peak edition for the Multistrada V4.

No further details of the said motorcycle are being disclosed yet, however, looking back at the previous Pikes Peak edition; we can make a few guesses such as unique colour scheme and Ohlins suspension.

We have yet to catch a glimpse of the all-new Multistrada V4 here in Malaysia, but we expect the new adventure motorcycle to be introduced soon!

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