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Lets Ride More 2016

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ANITA YUSOF IS BACK HOME Hong Leong Yamaha Motors (HLYM) held a welcome back event for Anita Yusof, the solo female Malaysian adventure rider, with Media this morning. Anita arrived back in Malaysia on the auspicious Malaysia Day 16th September after completed over 65,000 km of journey riding a motorcycle. She started the tour in the American continents, she has traveled through from the freezing Alaska, Canada to the United States of America and down south to Mexico, Brazil, Columbia, Chile and reaching Ushuaia (the southernmost city in the world), Argentina on a Yamaha FZ150i. She jokingly said that no one believed that bike she was riding was a 150cc bike. Then, the FZ150i was flown to London where she continued touring the United Kingdom, Europe and Middle Asia then to Thailand for the final leg of the Global Dream Ride (GDR) 2016’. Upon arriving on Malaysia Day, Anita has expressed her thankfulness to Hong Leong Yamaha and GIVI, that has made possible of this dream journey. We asked Anita, what motivated her, she then replied wanted to find a new trill in her life, so after reading a blog where there were beautiful photos of places in Kyrgyzstan, and she just wanted to visit Kyrgyzstan, at that time she was only a backpacker, she then contacted the blogger and Anita was told that the country was very remote and no public transport, and best is to have her own transportation, and thats when Anita decided to learn how to ride a motorcycle just because she wanted to visit Kyrgyzstan at that time. She pick up riding and one year later she already did her Central Asia ride, the motivation for the Global Dream Ride, was her passion to ride and to see the world, see beautiful places and meeting people around the world. Hong Leong Yamaha Motor was proud to sponsor and to be associated Anita Yusof in her Global Dream Ride, said Dato Jim Khor in his welcome speech. Asked about her future rides, she continues “Let me take a rest for a while first. I have not seen my family for a year and I want to spend time with them and catch up on things.”

We finally tested the long waited RS150R in the Cub Prix Track at Teluk Intan. The first ever media convoy riding in Cub Prix racing track together with Khairul Idham Pawi, who has just returned to Malaysia a week ago after his recent victory in Moto3 Germany. The Honda RS150R was officially launched on 13th June 2016 by Boon Siew Honda. This is the first ever sporty model that Honda has to offer in high price CUB category equipped with 150CC engine capacity. A month has passed now, we finally been granted the opportunity to get our hand on the machine prior to the market release in August 2016. We also tested the motorcycle around Teluk Intan district.

The Honda RS150R will be priced from RM8,213.94 to RM8,372.94 (inclusive of GST) and is available from August â&#x20AC;&#x2122;16 onwards at all Honda authorized Dealers nationwide.

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SHENG KONG MOTOR Sheng Motor launched is new website www.shengkongmotor.com to serve bikers throughout Malaysia. With down payment, as low as RM 1 for selected models. Their philosophy is to provide speedy, heartfelt and quality services to our customers in guiding them to own their dream bike. SKM is one stop shop to provide you all necessary spare parts, accessories, insurance, road tax renewal, repair, & maintenance. Free motorcycle service campaign on regular basis and free i-RideClinic a riding skills workshop to its customers who purchase motorcycles 250cc above to ensure their customers to have safe and enjoyable ride experience all the way and provide a total customer satisfaction experience when you go to SKM or any of their branches.

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MotoGP winner: Dani Pedrosa, Honda Moto2 winner: LoorenzoBaldazarri, Kalex Moto3 winner: Brad Binder, KTM

GP TIM DI SAN MARINO E DELLA RIVIERA DI RIMINI It's all about tyre choices in this seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unpredictable MotoGP and making it so, so exciting and the Misano Grand Prix just iterated the fact further as Dani Pedrosa of team Repsol Honda secured the pole in San Marino, taking his first win of the season. The Honda rider clenched to the title ahead of the crowd's favourite Valentino Rossi of Movistar Yamaha, who was followed by teammate Jorge Lorenzo. Pedrosa overtook Rossi in the final stages with seven laps remaining and crossed the line 2.837 seconds ahead of the Italian. Dani Pedrosa is the 8th MotoGP rider in a row to win the title this season Pedrosa's gamble paid off as he opted for a soft-compound front tyre,

allowing him to push throughout the race, having started 8th on the grid. This helped the Spaniard charge against Yamaha riders Rossi and Lorenzo who were leading the race from the grid with the latter starting at the pole. Rossi, supported by a crowd of yellow, was running on a medium front tyre, much like most riders led the race early on, passing Lorenzo on the second lap, and was expected to grab the victory much to the pleasure of the hoards of supporters present. However, the Honda rider's remarkable move allowed him to become the eighth different MotoGP rider in a row to win this season joining the likes of Rossi, Lorenzo, Marquez, Cal Crutchlow, Andrea

Iannone, Jack Miller and Maverick Vinales. Much like Pedrosa, it was their first victory of the season for the last four riders. The Misano GP also marked Pedrosa's first victory, since the Malaysian GP last season

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stablished in 2004 and HQ located in Meru Klang, Selangor , Founded by Mr. Ben Ho, Welly Top Motor Sdn Bhd is a big bike and biker gear shop and the branch located right at Sunway Motorsport area is fully equipped to serve you and all your biking needs

As a major dealer in all big bike brands such as Ducati, CMC, Kawasaki, Suzuki, SYM, Naza, BMW, Yamaha, and others. Our outlets offer varieties of superbikes (CKD & CBU), motorcycles and scooters. Premium biking gears are also available in both outlets such as AGV helmets, Ixon, Oxford, Arai Helmets and more.

KTM SUPERDUKEGT KTM Malaysia introduced 1290 SUPER DUKE GT tourer, to the Malaysian Media. Now KTM forcefully extends its Street range at the upper end. The star of model year 2016 is a perfectly equipped, lightweight and agile marathon sprinter with plenty of power as well as a vast package of the latest riding assistance systems. Besides the motorcycle stability control MSC including traction control and the C-ABS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both lean angle sensing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it includes the KTM Ride Mode Technology as well as a quickshifter. KTM shores up the long distance capabilities of the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT with a comprehensive touring package: a 23 liter tank, a lengthened rear subframe with integral mounts for the optional luggage system, heated grips, cruise control, comfortable seats, the wind and weather protection of an adjustable windshield, LED cornering lights and LED daytime running lights. With a more than comprehensive equipment package like that, as well as its 173 hp LC8 engine and semi-active suspension, the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT masters the whole range from comfortable long distance motorway travelling to track day use. .

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road| We were presented with the rarest opportunity ever to road test the 1996 Honda NSR250SP PGRM4 (MC28) We were the first exclusive motorcycle media to have ridden this fully restored NSR250SP! Have to say we are truly honoured and humbled by the experience. Big thanks to Hamadi Khalid! The fully rebuild NSR rock big time!! One of the most sorted 250cc 2 stroke, must be the Honda NSR PGRM4. (MC28). Only 1000 SP’s were built and painted in Repsol colours to commemorate Mick Doohan winning the World GP Championship title. When the NSR250SP owner Hamadi Khalid started on this project to re-build this 1996 NSR SP “Repsol” and also added only quality ingredients, this is what you can end up with was amazing. The MC28 is the only can be activated with a “Smart Card” and first production bike to sport a digital display. Meanwhile HRC made the MC28 the hardest NSR to de-restrict. To get the NSR started you’ll have to insert an card, which enables the NSR electronics, then kick start the NSR.

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This 20 year old Honda NSR250SP PGRM4 completely – BREMBO rear master cylinder build up to TYGA Performance 300cc, MODEL TYGA PARTS NSR250SP (SPECIAL PRODUCTION) FULL SPEC NSR – TYGA spockets 300cc TYGA Performance Kit – TYGA drive chain carbon cover Upgrades include: – TYGA fork top bridge BODY. – TYGA stem sub steering – Cover Repsol original NSR250SP – TYGA meter cover – windscreen original – TYGA footrest – new brake master cylinder – TYGA adjuster – new double front disc ARASHI – TYGA rear fender – new brake pad – TYGA air box racing – new Pirelli Rosso II 110 / 70/ 17 – TYGA cover clutch – new Pirelli Rosso II 150 /60 /17 – TYGA side mirror hole filler – new brake hose hell front and rear HARNESS – new slider chain – card key PGRM4 – new chain – SP – II coil plug – new valve rim aloy SUSPENSION – new 2T tank – Ohlin rear shock – MAGTEX RIM – upside down forks – HRC tank pad – Ohlin damper

– JHA fork internals ENGINE – new block big bore 300 cc – new piston ring WISECO – new crank shaft – new head 300 cc – new oil seal full set – new SAMCO radiator pipe – new PV cable 300 cc – new DRY CLUTCH plate – new bearing full engine – new plug iridium – new gasket and o-ring carburetor – new HRC reed valve – new insulator carburettor EXHAUST – HRC 500cc replica – JHA carbon Rebuilt rebuilt cost RM40,000

feature|MOTO KTM Malaysia launched the 2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT: the newly developed sports touring motorcycle. At first glance, the GT shows the same distinct, extremely aggressive based on the 1290 SUPER DUKE R naked bike that became famous as the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Beastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. In fact the GT approaches sports touring from a very sporty angle. No if and buts. The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is the fastest V2 sports touring bike in the world. And it comes with comprehensive equipment of riding assistance and safety systems. Thanks to intelligent and innovative solutions from semi-active suspension to quick-shifter, the GT masters the seemingly impossible split between passionate fun riding, comfortable long distance travelling and breathtaking track day use.

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With its versatility, the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT sets new standards in every respect in the premium sports touring segment. Based on the LC8 powerhouse of the 1290 SUPER DUKE R, the V2 engine of the GT is right up there with the peak power of the ‘Beast’, but in addition, it distinguishes itself with an exemplary, smooth power delivery and an incomparably wide ‘mountain’ of torque with a peak value of 144 Nm. The 75° V2 with electronic engine management and ride-by-wire function combines breathtaking performance and convincing touring capabilities so perfectly that its range of operations stretches from inner city traffic to the race track. At just 205 kilograms of dry weight, the abundantly equipped 1290 SUPER DUKE GT reaches a power-to-weight ratio currently unmatched in the premium sports touring category.

feature|MOTO An engine with 1.3 liters of displacement and 173 hp, however refined and predictable it may be, poses a veritable challenge for any suspension engineer. The new 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s suspension not only converts the resulting challenges into a performance benefit. With its light-footed handling and razor-sharp precision, it also offers the rider a great safety benefit. The preconditions for this superiority are top quality chassis components on the cutting edge of technology, like the extremely stable steel trellis frame, semi-active suspension components by WP Performance Systems, unsurpassed Brembo brakes and sticky Pirelli tires. That means maximum riding enjoyment, unbeatable feedback and top levels of comfort – no matter if riding alone, two-up or fully equipped for longdistance journeys.

ERGONOMICS AND COMFORT

The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s trellis frame in the typical KTM design is made of thin- walled, stainless chromemolybdenum steel and has an extremely well-balanced rigidity distribution down to the most minute details, as well as superior stability. The steel pipes are manufactured with extreme precision, then laser-cut and welded in place by robots in order to ensure a perfect fit and the highest welding standards. A top quality surface coating protect the frames quality from corrosion. The bolt-on rear subframe made from the aluminium tubes is that of the 1290 SUPER DUKE R to give more room for the pillion and it features integrated mounting for the optional panniers.

NEW SUB FRAME

The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s remarkable versatility made it a challenge for KTM’s reconcile the most diverse demands on ergonomics and comfort. But the technicians even this challenge, and in a more than convincing fashion: the 1290 SUPER DUKE freedom of movement and all the comfort he needs for full focus on long distance through the twisties, ambitious back road dashes and fast laps on the race track. rider’s seat, the perfectly shaped handlebars and the rider foot pegs leads to a focused Automatically prepares the rider for a brisk pace without exhausting him even after parison to the 1290 SUPER DUKE R, the handlebars are a bit higher and wider, the are a little lower and the sub-frame as well as the seat provide more room. In order kinds of rider physics and personal requirements the GT’s handlebar can be adjusted 22 millimeters and four positions, the brake and shift levers offer three positions and hand levers are span adjustable to accommodate varying finger lengths. Of course GT has comfortable heated grips for the rider fitted as standard, temperature adjusted via the mode switch and menu.

ADJUSTABLE WINDSHIELD The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s new windshield offers protection against wind and weather. The windshield can be positioned with only one hand and without tools, adjusting it to the rider’s stature and individual requirements. A variable windshield mount opens up additional positioning options.

ADJUSTABLE HANDLEBAR

The ride mode technology and the motorcycle traction control (MTC) – both fitted as standard – ensure powerful but fully controlled propulsion by modulating the LC8 engine’s power delivery via the on-board computer with regard to the selected ride mode as well as the amount of rear wheel slippage detected by the MTC. The rider of the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT may choose one of three ride modes that utilize different engine power mappings: “Street” and “Sport” mobilize up to 173 hp of maximum power with different throttle response. In “Rain” mode, the power is limited to 100 hp and the engine has a less aggressive power delivery. Depending on the selected ride mode, the Motorcycle Traction Control will allow different amounts of slippage: soft slippage in “Rain” mode, a little more in “Street” mode and controlled wheel spin when switched to “Sport”. In case of excessive slippage, MTC reduces the engine output in a matter of milliseconds with an extremely smooth, barely percep- tible intervention at the throttle valves, until the system has reduced slippage to optimum proportions for the selected ride mode and current angle of lean – the guarantee for maximum performance and ultimate riding pleasure, but also a decisive contribution to active safety. For particularly ambitious riders who feel like enjoying the unrestrained and breathtaking propulsion of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT without any electronic assistance, the traction control can also be switched off.

NEW COMFORTABLE SEAT UNIT

LOWER PILLION FOOT PEGS

RIDE MODE TECHNOLOGY TRACTION CONTROL (MTC)

PLUSH PILLION SEAT & INTEGRATED PANNIER MOUNTING

SINGLE-SIDED SWINGARM The ravishing single-sided aluminium swing arm of the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is not only extremely light and stable but also manufactured with special precision and with ample dimensions. By design, the single-sided swing arm’s flexural behavior and rigidity are perfectly tuned to the trellis frame and to the variety of stresses and loads occurring in the powerful sports tourer. Chain slack is dialed in with a highly precise eccentric adjuster. The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s slipper clutch automatically reduces the pressure on the clutch discs whenever the torque feedback toward the engine becomes too great. This way, rear-wheel chatter under forceful braking is efficiently eliminated. In addition, it increases pressure on the clutch discs in proportion to the engine torque, so softer clutch springs can be used. This in turn means that less force is necessary to operate the hydraulically actuated clutch – it has a sensitive single-finger action

Borrowed from Formula 1, the forged piston structure gives the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s pistons maximum resilience despite an extremely low and lightweight design. This design minimizes the oscillating masses, achieving optimum engine response. Furthermore, the piston skirts have a state-of-the-art, hard anodized finish. Not only does this reduce friction, it is also particularly hard-wearing with consequently a positive impact on durability.

LED CORNERING LIGHTS WITH INTEGRATED LED INDICATORS The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is the first motorcycle in its segment to feature standard LED cornering lights. Comprised of three LED segments each, the light units are mounted on both sides of the tank and connected to the lean angle sensor of the MSC system. Depending on the lean angle, one, two or all three segments of the cornering light on the inside of the curve light up additionally to the main headlight, always giving the rider the perfect view to where he is going. Integrated in the cornering lights are the LED indicators, for a unique and exclusive look. Well deserved in a bike like this.

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ENGINE The extremely narrow, fourvalve-per-cylinder engine of the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is among the lightest big twins in the world, developing no less than 173 hp of maximum power and 144 Nm of maximum torque with its electronic engine management, ride-by-wire function, dual ignition and selective mapping. These values are identical to those of the “Beast”. However, for the application of the LC8 power unit in the sports touring 1290 SUPER DUKE GT the KTM technicians have made the impossible possible. They developed new cylinder heads, they modified valve timing and they optimized the mappings to realize even more refined engine run, even more homogenous power output and even more rounded performance curves. For example, no less than 114 Nm of torque are available at 3,250 rpm only. Thanks to these lots of low-end torque, plenty of mid-range punch and breathtaking maximum power, combined with remarkable refinement and incredible smoothness, the upgraded engine covers the complete bandwidth that could be expected of an extreme sports touring bike, from enjoyable cruising to all-out mayhem

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NEW 23-LITER TANK

OPTIONAL PANNIER SYSTEM

The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT supplies its rider with all necessary and desirable information on a state-of- the-art, clearly arranged instrument cluster from automotive manufacturer VDO. Core data is displayed on a central gauge that consists of an analog rev counter with integrated, adjustable gearshift light and an LCD display. This display is dominated by a digital speedometer and supplemented with a digital clock, a gear indicator, bar graphs for coolant temperature and fuel level plus the display for the selected riding mode. A second LCD display is positioned to the left of the central instrument, which serves the purpose of conveying important additional information and displaying numerous menu pages as a screen for the on-board computer. Everything is tidy, clean, clear, intuitive and simple to operate – even on the go.

Fully fueled, the extremely well-equipped 1290 SUPER DUKE GT weighs in at just 228 kg. This figure includes 23 liters of fuel, which is sufficient for a wide kilometer range thanks to the bike’s excellent consumption figures. That is what is called genuine long-distance capability, combined with the reassuring feeling to be able to reach the next gas station even in remote areas. Despite its large volume, the tank offers a very relaxed knee contact for riders of any size. It also has the added benefit that the gas reservoir shields the rider’s lower body effectively from wind and weather.

As standard, the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is prepared for mounting the optional KTM PowerParts panniers that have been especially developed for the GT – as befits a top class sports touring motorcycle. Hardly noticeable on the rear frame, two inconspicuous case mounts serve to attach the panniers close to the center of gravity without impeding the pillion’s freedom of movement. A solid grab handle offers extra support for the passenger.

MOTORCYCLESTABILITY CONTROL(MSC)

The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has the latest version of the cutting-edge motorcycle stability control (MSC) as standard. Developed in co-operation with Bosch, this riding dynamics control unit ensures lean angle sensitive control of the multi-stage C-ABS and the Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) of the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT which also offers several different control modes. The system allows proportionately less slip of the wheels as lean angle increases. This way, the MSC enables the rider to brake and accelerate in safety on wet roads and other slippery surfaces even when the bike is leaned over in corners. In other words, MSC creates the perfect conditions for maximum dynamism and riding enjoyment, combined with optimum safety.

COMBINEDANTI -LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (C-ABS) The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is equipped with the combined anti-lock braking system (C-ABS) as standard. Like no other ABS, this system stands for extremely short braking distances, combined with optimum vehicle control. If the front brake is applied alone, C-ABS adds a wellbalanced amount of rear braking pressure in order to optimize directional stability during braking. The system modulates the braking pressure in such a way as to minimize any tendencies to roll over at full braking, while also effectively avoiding locking up and sliding of the wheels even in corners – of course within the natural physical limits only. Depending on conditions and personal preferences, the rider may select

“Supermoto” ABS mode or disengage the C-ABS completely. In “Supermoto” mode, the system allows the highest degree of front wheel slippage and even rear wheel lock up. The GT’s CABS unites the talents of combined braking and lightning-quick, efficient pressure modulation with the high quality Brembo hardware to make the most advanced braking system on the market – nothing else brakes more progressively or safely, even at extreme lean angles

KTM SUPER DUKE GT Specs: Engine: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° Displacement: 1,301 Cc Bore x Stroke: 108 x 71mm Compression Ratio: 13:2:1 Transmission: Six-speed Ignition: Electric Fueling: Keihin EFI throttle body Final Drive: Chain Frame: Chromium-MolybdenumSteel trellis frame, powder coated Front Suspension: WP Semi-active Suspension USD Ø 48 mm Rear Suspension: WP Semi-active Suspension Monoshock Front Brakes: Dual semi-floating 330mm discs with dual four-piston radial-mounted Brembo M50 monobloc calipers Rear Brake: Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm Front Tire: 120/70 ZR17 Rear Tyre: 190/70 ZR17 Trail: 107mm Wheelbase: 1,482 ± 15 mm Seat Height: 835mm Fuel Capacity: 23 litre / 3.5 reserve Dry Weight: 205Kg Colors: ANTHRACITE / ORANGE MSRP: RM 118,000

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RIDE-BY-WIRESYSTEM Instead of the electronic injection system’s throttle valves being controlled by cables, ride-by-wire processes throttle twist grip movements with the help of electronic sensors and activates the throttle valves accordingly using servo motors. However, the ride bywire system on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT goes the extra mile: it electronically translates the throttle commands of the rider into optimum throttle valve positions for the current riding situation. Choking, jolting and involuntary wheelies are a thing of the past. Voluntary ones, however, could easily be a thing of the future.

The 1290 SUPER DUKE GT’s highly modern DOHC four-valve cylinder heads with improved combustion chambers and with dual ignition deliver a significant contribution to the outstanding performance of the LC8 engine. Via separate, newly developed mappings, the dual ignition controls the sparks of the two spark plugs per cylinder Head independently from each other, achieving an efficient combustion as well as a smooth combustion cycle. The results are more power, more torque and more refinement, lower fuel consumption and fewer emissions than a single ignition. The four valves of each cylinder head are actuated by two overhead camshafts via DLC-coated finger followers. Nitrified exhaust valves minimize wear and allow for extended valve play inspection intervals – one of the prerequisites for the new SUPER DUKE GT’s service intervals of 15,000 kilometers.

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MOUNTING DEVICE RELEASED

e panniers for the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT are an excellent example how closely the development of a KTM motorcycle and the elopment of the associated PowerParts interlock right from the rt, as well as a perfect demonstration of the resulting customer benefits. No luggage system adapted after the fact could ever hope to match the design of the GT this perfectly.

And the pannierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bezels in matching The PowerParts cases, which no aftermarket supplier could bike colors are only the cherry on the ever emulate, is that they accept the ignition key of the cake. Much more crucial is the fact 1290 SUPER DUKE GT. Even with the panniers, the GT that the cases are positioned closer to remains a single-key bike. And the fact that the cases are the longitudinal axis and the overall mounted and removed within seconds thanks to a center of gravity of the 1290 SUPER sophisticated locking mount, proves that the KTM DUKE GT than any cases could ever be development department invests just as much brain that were developed after the fact or power into the development of the PowerParts as the just bought off the shelf. This not just design of the motorbikes made in Mattighofen. At an makes for a slender rear but is also empty weight of just 3.4 kilos, the GT panniers offer a highly beneficial to the riding stability storage volume of a full 30 liters and a payload of a and aerodynamics of the GT. Also, the proud 7.5 kilos. Per side of course. And the fact that a panniers do not impair the pillionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s KTM C3 PRO flip-up helmet fits into each GT pannier goes mobility in the slightest. to prove that PowerWear products also do not languish in isolation at KTM.

review KYT HELMET has fast forwarded to become important brand benefiting from constant research and acquisition of latest technology to create premium motorcycle racing helmet. It has its Research and Development and Design facility based in Italy, Europe. KYT presents to customer selected models that start from entry level to highend professional racing helmet. Visors are completely different shape and for the Galaxy and Venom but made with Polycarbonate resin with UV 380 filter anti scratch treated, solar shied integrated in the shell, plus the Venom’s standard clear visor is 2mm thicker. Both comes with Quick Visor Change (QVC), KYT’s easy system to remove the visor without tools.

SHELL Outer shell made of Injection of Advance Thermoplastic resin and is E3 certified. Galaxy and Venom have are different front air design, with the Venom having the air ducts embedded in its shell, The Venom shell shape has been shaped sharper. Galaxy has a manual integrated solar slide button while the Venom has a one touch button. Padding is much more comfortable and fitting on the Venom, and comes with Asian Size & Fit. We have been wearing the KYT Galaxy for over a six months and had a crash when the bike we rode, the steering cone was a little loose and a tank slap that happen to throw me off the bike with head 1st to the tarmac. The Polycarbonate visor didn’t not cracked but had a massive scratching on the tarmac till the visor opened. Now we are testing the KYT Venom, the Venom has more comfortable Asian Fit inner cushion and we really like the new aerodynamics shape. Venom is available in solid colour, full graphic design and MotoGP/Moto2 rider replica design of Andrea Iannone and Simone designs. KYT Venom Helmet retails about RM350 at authorised KYT dealers nationwide. Super value openface helmet comparing to other brands in the market, KYT Helmets provide a value and safe gear comparing with other Italian or Japanese brands. Smoke/ Dark Smoke visor are retails at RM60RM70 compare to a AGV K5 Jet which will set you back RM250-280 for a dark smoke visor Distributed by:by:

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This is our second request to Road Test the 2016 ZX-10R this time we took a longer route to the north in to Penang Island. People think that riding a superbike for 300-400km will give you a back or neck pain. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why to took this challenge and see would the ZX-10R give us that. A few weeks back we rode the 2010 ZX6R, we also didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have this problem and tucking under the bubble gave us less wind drag even at higher. So we got up at 7am, packed our GoPros and SLR, and a night of clothing in for a 2 day 1 night adventure to shoot a video at Telok Bahang. We left our office at 8am. And we took our 1st stop

Rawang R&R for some Nescafe and Sardine bun. We got there at 8.10 am as it was a Friday, I was surprise to see only one biker at Petronas/Starbucks area , and the biker was riding a Suzuki Hayabusa. ( Hayabusa was a mean machine in its days) We chat for a while, and he told me he was heading to Bentong for a bikers gathering. He was waiting for the rest of his group. He had never seen the new ZX-10R he added. So I explained a little bit about the new ZX-10R I was riding and told I going on a Road Trip to Penang. The weather is was great for riding as it was just cloudy, the

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riding position was much more relax compare to the ZX-6R. With 3 stops and some selfie shots along the way the ZX-10R was way smoother. Even my throttle hand does not feel any bit tired. I reach Juru Autocity and drop by to a Kawasaki dealer and waited for my videoman there for lunch, then we head to to Batu Feringgi and Telok Bahang for a taste of narrow but twist corners.

The handing package of the ZX-10R is as close as WorldSBK, in the track but how will it perform in narrow single lane roads of Batu Feringgi? I had the bike on F Mode all through the journey, TC , riding on the uneven roads, was a breeze, easy flip flopping from left and right, the Showa suspension was working perfectly, 2nd 3rd back to second, some times 1st gear was simply smooth, any what I loved about the 210 hp (154.4 kW) at 13,000 rpm, it’s the slipper clutch and the Kawasaki Engine Braking system (KEBC) working together feels like no other 1000cc superbike we ever testest on road or on track, but the road test this time was to find out that how comfortable a riding experience is to ride long distance. This ZX-10R Road Trip to Penang Island convince us that this ZX-10R is the one of the easiest handling 1000cc superbike indeed, weather on road n on track, but most of us use it on the roads would not even think it was a 1000cc. We know as our long termer is a ZX-6R, that don’t even come close. To a beginner I can say it handles like a Ninja 300, to a experience rider, feels like a ZX6R but packed with rider aid, that make a experience rider ride like a pro.

The 2016 ZX-10R indeed a must to take it to a trackday at least to fully enjoy this machine, but given any Sunday ride would be breeze, all built around Bosch’s incredible Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), which measures five axis of movement and calculates a 6th. This is the same little magic box that made it impossible to low side a Ducati Multistrada in the rain, even better on dry. The system is able to measure acceleration and braking, lateral forces while cornering, vertical acceleration (like cresting a hill at speed), lean angle, and during a “wheelie” or “stoppie” and then uses those to calculate a powerslide, I can slide out of a sandy corner with full confidence, as it takes those measurements, as well as ones on wheel speed, brake pressure, throttle position, engine rpm, and throttle opening. Kawasaki even go so far as to claim the system’s level of chassis awareness is so high, it can adapt to changes in tire performance and road camber. The difference, for better or worse, in this system is that it uses software developed in house by Kawasaki using the experience of their WSBK team rather than an off-theshelf Bosch system – so its application will be unique to any that have come before it. And it really works! All of those fancy measurements give Kawasaki the data they need to implement what they’re claiming are some of the most accurate and appropriately intervening electronic aides. The 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R has traction control (SKTRC), ABS (KIBS), launch control (KLCM), brake control, corner management, and 3 step power modes. Corner management works similar to the system on the Ducatis, and distributes brake pressure based on the motorcycle’s lean/pitch angle. While this doesn’t sound sexy, it was maybe the most important thing I experienced on the Multistrada, because it keeps the bike from standing up and running wide in a turn when the brakes are applied. Holding your line while you slow is a game changer. Brake management was something Kawasaki implemented on the H2 and is allows the engine braking characteristics to be customized, which can be massively helpful in setting up a bike for different tracks. Enough said, if god is willing and the wifey says okay, I hope I get one, in my personal garage!

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review I got this helmet MKA Motorparts Sdn Bhd, it fits very well on a round head. The replica graphics are amazing. The KYT Venom padding has improve from the previous Galaxy I got from Indonesia, I love the new padding on the helmet, no complaints on the front top air vent and the new rear air outlet. Switch from the standard clear visor to Iridium tinted , blue, orange or rainbow to match the replica design you choice and the KYT open face looks stunning. Noise level is a bit above average. We tested the KYT Venom during a few rides to Gotong Jaya and to Bukit Tinggi ECE3, SIRIM & JPJ approved helmet. Rider replica are #I29 Andre Innnone, #41 Aleix Espargaro, #10 Thitipong Warokorn and #19 Xavier Simeon KYT helmet is designed with several features, such as open-face double visor, flat visor (glass visor flat) , antitheft system (there is a hole to tie a helmet and lock to avoid theft) , removable and washable cheekpad and inner liner, double d-ring retention system (safety standard fastener system is best used in racing Moto GP) , automatic sun visor one-button release.

KYT Helmets are available at authorized MKA Motorsports Sdn Bhd dealers nation wide

KYT Helmets Blue, Orange & Rainbow Iridium are available at KYT Helmet dealers nation wide

Welly Top Motor Sdn Bhd (Klang Showroom) No.133, Jalan Cokmar, Mutiara Bukit Raja, Off Jln Meru, 41050 Klang, Selangor. 010-2252588(Salam) (Sunway Showroom) No.24,Jalan PJS 11/3, Bandar Sunway 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. 016-2491498 (Mady) 012-2323602 (Ben)

KYT HELMET has fast forwarded to become important brand benefiting from constant research and acquisition of latest technology to create premium motorcycle racing helmet. It has its Research and Development and Design facility based in Italy, Europe. KYT presents to customer models for daily riding Visors are completely different shape and for the Galaxy and Venom but made with Polycarbonate resin with UV 380 filter anti scratch treated, solar shied integrated in the shell, plus the Venom’s standard clear visor is 2mm thicker. Both comes with Quick Visor Change (QVC), KYT’s easy system to remove the visor without tools. SHELL Outer shell made of Injection of Advance Thermoplastic resin and is E3 certified. Galaxy and Venom have are different front air design, with the Venom having the air ducts embedded in its shell, The Venom shell shape has been shaped sharper. Galaxy has a manual integrated solar slide button while the Venom has a one touch button. Padding is much more comfortable and fitting on the Venom, and comes

with Asian Size & Fit. We have been wearing the KYT Galaxy for over a six months and had a crash when the bike we rode, the steering cone was a little loose and a tank slap that happen to throw me off the bike with head 1st to the tarmac. The Polycarbonate visor didn’t not cracked but had a massive scratching on the tarmac till the visor opened. Now we are testing the KYT Venom, the Venom has more comfortable Asian Fit inner cushion and we really like the new aerodynamics shape. Venom is available in solid colour, full graphic design and MotoGP/Moto2 rider replica design of Andrea Iannone and Simone designs. KYT Venom Helmet retails about RM350 at authorised KYT dealers nationwide. Super value openface helmet comparing to other brands in the market, KYT Helmets provide a value and safe gear comparing with other Italian or Japanese brands. Smoke/ Dark Smoke visor are retails at RM60- RM70 compare to a AGV K5 Jet which will set you back RM250-280 for a dark smoke visor.

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Launched

GoPro HERO5 Black and HERO5 Session will be in Malaysia next week GoPro Malaysian distributor Funsportz had just announce launching its brand new action cameras, the HERO5 Black and HERO5 Session, both of which will be available in Malaysia starting next Monday, October 3, 2016.

Between the two cameras, it’s the HERO5 Black that’s more the more hi-end featured wise. It’s able to capture 4K videos at 30 fps (or 1,440p and 1,080p videos at 80 fps and 120fps, respectively), and shoot 12MP RAW and Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) images. It also comes with creature comforts, such as a 2-inch LCD touch display, and built-in GPS for location tracking. Looks like GoPro incorporated the Hero 4 Silver and Black and Hero 4 Session all in to 1 Black Edition, and it-self is water proof with out casing up to 10 metre just like the Session4. The HERO5 Session is likewise able to capture 4K videos at 30 fps, but 1,440p and 1,080p videos are recorded with a lower maximum framerate of 60 fps and 90 fps, respectively. Resolution of still photos are capped at 10MP (no RAW format or WDR), and you’ll also have to come to terms with using the HERO 5 Session without a touchscreen or built-in GPS, but as I biker I prefer the session as its more convenient to place at my helmet or and mounting points on our 4 bikes.

With that said, there are some commonalities between the HERO5 Black and HERO 5 Session. For example, both can be brought underwater at depths of up to 10 meters without the need for a special underwater housing. In addition, they feature ‘professional-grade’ electronic video stabilization, and they can be voice controlled in seven different languages. The only disappoint news is the GoPro Karma Gopro’s drone will not be available until next year, as we eagerly want this Karma in our gadget list The GoPro HERO5 Black and HERO5 Session will be retailing for RM1,849 and RM1,399. You can purchase the Hero5 and Hero5 Session from the participating authorized retail outlets listed below starting October 3, 2016: • • • • • • • •

Foto Flash, Suria KLCC Foto Shangri-La, Mid Valley Megamall Fotokem, Sunway Pyramid Shong Lee Photo, 1 Utama Shopping Center CamWorld Digital Gadgets, Pavilion KL Foto President, Gurney Plaza (Penang) Rightway, Mahkota Parade (Melaka) A1 Perfect, Plaza Angsana (Johor Bahru)

ZR RACING GP MUFFLER

The ZR Racing GP Muffler is made in UK and its universal for most bike 56mm and 60mm link pipe. The ZR GP offers a Carbon designed slip-on exhaust system for demanding motorcyclists. The modern and compact shape underlines the sporty character of the newer range of Superbike and Naked bike models. Available at MKA Motorparts dealer through out Malaysia.

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