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Bajaj Pulsar 250 Spotted Testing In India

The next generation Bajaj Pulsar 250 is in the pipeline, with the India automaker is seen testing out the production-ready motorcycle.

Rumoured to be based on the same 250cc powered the Dominar 250, reports in India suggest that the Pulsar 250 will carry an all-new design input and will not follow the current Pulsar 200.

We can assume the Pulsar 250 to adopt the latest specs in terms of full LED lighting, dual-channel ABS, and fully digital meter in terms of features.

Nonetheless, the 250c variant is expected to maintain some features from the 200, such as the alloy rims and rear hugger.

The 248.7cc single-cylinder DOCH liquid cool engine produced 27hp @ 8,500rpm and 23.5Nm @ 6,500rpm and paired to a 6-speed transmission with assist & slipper clutch.

The all-new Pulsar 250 is expected to be launch this year.

(source: BikeWale)

BMW R 18 Classic, S 1000 RR Lands In Malaysia – From RM121,500!

BMW Motorrad Malaysia welcomes two new addition of cruiser and superbike for the local market with the R 18 Classic and the S 1000 RR.

Compared to the First Edition model, the R 18 Classic comes with additional LED headlights and electronic cruise control as standard.

The Classic also packs a tall windshield, pillion seat and saddlebags, which significantly improve not just riding comfort but also practicality.

Nevertheless, R 18 Classic maintains the monstrous 1,802cc boxer engine capable of producing 91hp and 158Nm at 3,000rpm and a maximum speed of 180km/h.

The variant also features BMW Motorrad Integral Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Automatic Stability Control (ASC), three riding modes (Rock, Roll and Rain), engine drag torque control (MSR), Dynamic Brake Control, Keyless Ride system, reverse gear, adjustable clutch and handbrake levers.

The R 18 Classic is available in only Black Storm Metallic and priced at RM154,500.

Meanwhile, BMW Motorrad Malaysia also welcomes the latest generation S 1000 RR.

Like the previous generation introduced in 2019, the latest also comes with the M Package as standard consisting of the M carbon wheels, M sport seat, and M lightweight battery.

Nonetheless, the World Superbike derived litre bike maintains its formidable 999cc 4-inline engine capable of producing 207hp at 13,500rpm and 113Nm at 11,000rpm.

Like every latest BMW Motorrad model, the S 1000 RR also comes with the latest BMW ShiftCam Technology that offers a smoother engine delivery at low and high rpm.

Other notable features:

four riding modes – Rain, Road, Dynamic and Race, complete with the Riding Mode Pro
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
ABS Pro
Dynamic Damping Control (DDC)
Hill Start Control
HP Shift Assistant Pro
6.5″ TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity

The latest generation S 1000 RR is available at the price of RM121,500.

MCO Offenders Face RM10,000 Fine Under New Emergency Ordinance

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.

MotoGP: Nicky Hayden To Be Inducted Into Motorsports Hall of Fame of America

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.

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.

Aprilia RS660 To Launch In Malaysia Soon – RM6X, XXX?

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 Unveils 2021 1290 Super Adventure R – 160HP, 138Nm!

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.