HOT TOPIC: LOUD EXHAUST!
“Loud Pipes Save Lives” is one of the most common motorcycle myths. … Unfortunately, there is no study about the sound contribution to the conspicuity of the motorcyclists, so we don’t have scientific proof to confirm or disprove our theory….. but……. Past few days the crackdown on illegal exhaust and modification has begun in Malaysia. The Traffic […]
LOUD AND NOISY EXHAUST CAN BE FINED RM2000 AND 6 -MONTHS JAIL!
KUALA LUMPUR – Motorcycle owners who modify vehicles using noisy exhausts can be fined not more than RM2,000 or jailed for not more than six months. Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) director Datuk Azisman Alias said, under Rule 103 of the Motor Vehicles (Construction and Use) Rules 1959 (LN 170/1959) every exhaust […]
POWER-UP: MICHELIN POWER GP EXPERIENCE
We fitted a brand new set of Michelin Power GP on our MT-09, and just clocked a 1000km mileage in 2 weeks. New Michelin Power Series comes with 2 Compound Technology (2CT). 0-50km: Immediately right after installation, the Power GP felt planted and the carcass felt hard. (Scrub in period for a new tyre […]
POWER-UP: DOMINO XM2 FAST THROTTLE
INSTALLED: DOMINO XM2 FAST THROTTLE, DOMINO GRIP, DOMINO UNIVERSAL THROTTLE CABLE. SERVICED: K&N AIR FILTER Previously I suppose install on the RSV4 Factory, but since the RSV4’s Domino still usable, so decided to install on Hoonigan (MT-09) instead. Stock Throttle: Rizoma Grip & Throttle. (Metal mix with grip which already hardened) Throttling is so […]
DUCATI SUPERLEGGERA V4 STARTS PRODUCTION
The first Ducati Superleggera V4 comes off the production line of the Borgo Panigale plant in Italy. Made in a limited and numbered series of 500 units, the Superleggera V4 is the only motorcycle in the world approved for road use with a carbon fibre frame, swingarm and rims. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hSl9Vk4mmA&feature=youtu.be This is the #001 of the 500 units scheduled […]
MOTO MAINTENANCE: AN OIL FILTER IS YOUR MOTORCYCLE’S KIDNEY!
If engine oil is the blood of your motorcycle, then the oil filter is like the kidney, the oil filter acts to keep your oil clean. It traps dirt, debris, metallic particles, and sludge inside the crankcase. Changing the oil filter regularly will increase the life of your engine oil. It all depends on how […]
DUCATI HYPERMOTORD 950 ❌ RVE
The Hypermotard 950 RVE is characterized by a livery called “Graffiti” that is inspired by street art. This new 950 variant fun-bike sits between the entry model and top range 950 SP. The RVE not only gets new graphics, its enhance with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) Up &a Down, among all the standard electronic package […]
VESPA 946 ❌ C. DIOR
Vespa teamed up with Christian Dior to create VESPA 946 ❌ C. DIOR model and accessories. From the Colour, Helmets, storage boxes to the accessories, Dior design this Italian motorcycle brand Vespa with a fashion statement! The Vespa 946 Christian Dior presents the heritage of two major brands of exquisite craftsmanship and history, featuring a graphic […]
PREPARING YOUR RIDE FOR THE WEEKEND!
With the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) announced few days ago, which the restriction for interstate travel is lifted, many bikers will take the weekend to ride out to their favourite “Makan” (eating) spot. For many motorcyclists like me, a motorcycle is more than just a mode of transport, a motorcycle to me is unique […]
YAMAHA MT-09: OLD RIDE GETS NEW RCB UPGRADES
There’s no slowing of innovation at RCB formally known as Racing Boy. The Malaysian-based aftermarket manufacturer introduced many aftermarket parts including suspensions, master brake pumps, steering dampers, brake callipers and rims for mopeds. But out of curiosity, I had some universal RCB partS installed on my 5-year-old Yamaha MT-09. I had the RCB S1 master […]