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Are We Getting A Smaller BMW R 18?

BMW Motorrad received huge applause when they launch the retro-styled muscle cruiser R 18 last year.

The R 18 is powered by the biggest boxer engine ever built and offers a wide range of features and accessories.

BMW Motorrad did not stop there, instead, they introduced two more variants; the first debuted in October last year with tall windscreen and saddlebags, while the second variant was spied with a batwing fairing and expected to launch in a few months.

However, French publication Le Repaire des Motards had a chat with BMW Motorrad’s head, Dr Markus Schramm, regarding its future plans.

While Schramm evaded some of the more in-depth questions, he did disclose that it is logical to follow up the R 18 with a smaller size cruiser.

We have yet to get our hands on the new R 18 due to the current pandemic. Nevertheless, we are excited at how BMW Motorrad is pushing for a classic-styled cruiser.

The BMW R 18 Frist Edition is currently available in Malaysia for RM149,500.

Ducati Introduces Smart Jacket With Integrated Air-Bag – RM4,299

To increase every ride safety, Ducati, in collaboration with Dainese, introduces the Ducati Smart Jacket, a revolutionary sleeveless vest with an integrated D-air® airbag.

The versatile jacket inflates in a uniform along the entire surface, thus creates a shield that wraps the rider’s body and guarantees protection during collision or accidents.

According to Ducati, the vest offers protection equal to that of seven Level 1 back protector.

The smart jacket is not just a ‘wearable’ airbag, it also comes equipped with an electronic control unit capable of reading data 1,000 times per second.

The electronic control unit detects autonomously dangerous situations such as sliding, high-siding of a rider, rear-end collision, impact with another object or stopped-vehicle impact, and activates the rider’s protection system.

The vest is available in both men and women version and easily foldable to be stored in a bag, and has a 26-hour battery life that can be charged via any USB socket.

Ducati Smart Jacket is priced at RM4,299 and available at Ducati Malaysia.

New Budget Bike, 2021 Aveta VS110 Launch in Malaysia – RM3,588

Aveta just launched the VS110, priced at RM3,588 (on-the-road) for budget-conscious customers in Malaysia.

The VS110 is the fourth budget motorcycle introduced after the DY90, RX110 and Ranger 110, with the manufacturing is done here in Bukit Raja, Klang.

Weighing at only 83 kilograms, the Aveta VS110 is powered by a 113cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces a respectful 6.5hp at 8,000rpm and 6.8Nm at 6,000rpm.

Other features:

4L tank
telescopic fork
rear twin shock absorber

The Aveta VS110 comes in four colour options, Cyan Blue, Blue, Red and Black.

Bimota Announces Tesi H2 Carbon Edition – Limited To 250 Units

The Bimota Tesi H2 is already a stunning machine, but somehow the people in Rimini, Italy, decided to spice things up for 2021 by announcing a Carbon Edition.

The question is, what is the difference between the standard Tesi H2 and the Carbon Edition?

Like the name, it is the same mouth-watering motorcycle, but the Carbon Edition is limited to only 250 units, and it comes in a black colour scheme with carbon fibres features.

The limited-edition Tesi H2 still packs with the same 230hp Kawasaki H2-derived engine but looks more menacing with the carbon fibre trims.

If you have some money to burn and seeking excitement post-Covid-19, the Tesi H2 Carbon Edition is priced at GBP60,000 (RM339,675).

Yamaha To Introduce MT-07 Based Sportsbike?

Last year, Yamaha announced their decision to discontinue the YZF-R6 due to the stringent emission rules.

The motorcycle instead continued to be sold as a non-homologated, track-only machine.

Nonetheless, rumours start to rife that Yamaha may be working on an MT-07 based Supersports, possibly called the Yamaha YZF-R7.

Japanese publication, Young-Machine even predicted the R7 before Yamaha decided to pull the plug on the R6.

The said motorcycle is rumoured to fill the gap between the beginner R25 and the 1000cc R1.

If the rumour is accurate, we are looking at a possible R7 powered by the same CP2 engine of the MT-07 that produces 74hp.

Even though the power is not up to par with the Aprilia RS660 or their Japanese counterpart, the Honda CBR650R, we can assume that Yamaha might tweak the engine to add more power.

The R7 might also retain the same chassis and electronics as you get on the MT-07.

Buell Motorcycles To Return Without Erik Buell, 10 Models To Arrived By 2024

Out of the blue, the Michigan-based Buell Motorcycle plans a big comeback after Harley-Davidson ousted the company in 2009.

The American brand continued to exist after the exclusion under Erik Buell Racing (EBR) in November 2009.

However, their struggle continues, and EBR filed for bankruptcy before they were bought out by ‘Liquid Asset Partners’.

According to the latest reports, Liquid Asset Partners has taken ownership of Buell Motorcycles and plans to release an all-new line-up with the help of investor Bill Melvin.

“Buell is back, and we are excited to bring Buell back with this incredible assortment of superbikes and performance motorcycles.

“We start with the fastest American production motorcycles, hand-built in the USA, so that’s a nice start!

“We’re building out those platforms for more touring & adventure models, and then we’re expanding our displacements to be competitive with other global brands. The passionate Buell Nation can grow and thrive again,” expressed Melvin.

It might sound farfetched to assume that Buell is trying to go head to head with Harley-Davidson considering the Milwaukee counterpart has established itself as a vital American brand.

Nevertheless, with Harley’s recent corporate and product restructure after disastrous Q4 sales last year, the return of Buell Motorcycles seems well-timed.

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