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Banyumas Regent Redirects $1.7 Billion Rupiah Official-Car Budget to VinFast Electric Motorcycles
Banyumas Regent Sadewo Tri Lastiono, in Central Java, test-rode a VinFast electric motorcycle and said he now plans to redirect roughly Rp 1.7 billion previously set aside for a new official car into buying electric motorcycles instead. The plan envisions about 60 units for village chiefs and 30 for school inspectors, with hill-climb testing planned in Cilongok.
Kompas.com · 8/7/2026
Luca Marini Hints 2027 Future Announcement Could Come This Weekend, Rumors Point to KTM Tech3
Ahead of the British GP media debrief, Honda's Luca Marini said an official announcement about his 2027 future could come as soon as this weekend. He kept the team name under wraps but said his motivation is "100 percent" here, as paddock rumors increasingly point him toward Red Bull KTM Tech3. His current Honda contract runs out at the end of 2026.
TMCBlog · 8/7/2026
Quartararo Quietly Locked In a Move to Honda Before the 2026 MotoGP Season, With No Yamaha Talks
A Vietnamese outlet reports that MotoGP's Fabio Quartararo secured a move to Honda (HRC) before the 2026 season even began, without entering contract renewal talks with Yamaha. The report says HRC's clear answers on its 850cc engine development, aerodynamics, and long-term plans sealed the decision, timed around the new 850cc engine era starting in 2027.
2banh · 8/7/2026
MotoGP's 2027 Season Opens in Thailand, Debuting New Technical Rules at Buriram
MotoGP has confirmed that its 2027 season will open at Thailand's Buriram International Circuit, running March 5-7, 2027 - the third straight year Thailand hosts the curtain-raiser. The 2025 event drew a record 228,228 fans, and 2027 marks the historic debut of the new technical regulations covering the 2027-2031 cycle.
気になるバイクニュース · 8/6/2026
Honda Team Asia Fields Thai Rookie Kiattisak Singhapong for Silverstone Moto3
Indonesia's TMCBlog reports that Honda Team Asia will give Thai rider Kiattisak Singhapong his Moto3 World Championship debut at Silverstone, standing in for Zen Mitani, who is recovering from a hand injury sustained in Assen. His teammate is Indonesia's Veda Ega Pratama, who finished 8th at the Sachsenring before the summer break and says he's motivated for the season's second half.
TMCBlog · 8/6/2026
Z400 vs MT-03: Comparing Two Lightweight Naked Bikes Head to Head
A new comparison pits the Kawasaki Z400 against the Yamaha MT-03 in the lightweight naked bike class. The 398cc, 47hp Z400 leans on power, while the 320cc, 41.5hp MT-03 emphasizes rider-friendly control and lower running costs. Both weigh in around 166-167kg, positioning the pair as rival first bikes.
RiderTua · 8/6/2026
Yamaha's Fazzio Gets a Sunset-Themed Limited Color in Indonesia
Yamaha Indonesia has launched a limited-edition 'Sunset Blue' version of its retro-styled Fazzio scooter, priced at Rp 23,150,000. It carries the same 125cc Blue Core hybrid engine, follows the earlier 'Starry Night' special edition, and comes standard with an LED headlight and USB Type-C charging port.
Webike · 8/6/2026
Malaysian BMW Dealer Offers F 450 GS Giveaway for Merdeka Sales Event
Malaysia's Auto Bavaria is running a Merdeka Day sales event from August 7-9, offering a chance to win a BMW F 450 GS with every purchase. BMW Motorrad financing runs up to seven years from 3.99% interest, with buyers also receiving a complimentary five-year service and repair package.
Paul Tan · 8/6/2026
When to Change Final Drive Oil on a Matic Scooter: 8,000-12,000km Guideline
Indonesia's Antara News has outlined when to change the final drive (gardan) oil on automatic scooters, recommending intervals of 8,000 to 12,000 kilometers or every six months to a year. Warning signs include a humming or rough sound near the rear wheel, reduced smoothness under acceleration, and unusual vibration. Neglecting the change risks costly transmission damage.
Antara News · 8/5/2026
BMW Motorrad Launches F 450 GS and R 1300 RT at GIIAS 2026, Its Most Powerful Boxer Yet
BMW Motorrad has launched the F 450 GS and R 1300 RT at GIIAS 2026 in Indonesia. The F 450 GS packs a 420cc parallel-twin making 48hp, priced at 398.9 million rupiah during the show, while the R 1300 RT runs BMW's 1,300cc ShiftCam Boxer engine at 145hp, priced at 1.619 billion rupiah and described by BMW as its most powerful production Boxer engine to date.
oto.com · 8/5/2026
Vietnam Builds Over 2 Million Motorcycles in H1 2026, More Than Double Philippine Sales
Vietnam produced 2,082,300 motorcycles between January and June 2026, crossing the two-million mark in a six-month period for the first time. June alone accounted for 368,100 units, up 23.5% year-on-year, more than double the 939,528 motorcycles sold in the Philippines over the same period. Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Piaggio, SYM, and VinFast all operate manufacturing plants in the country.
MotoPinas · 8/5/2026
NIU FX Pro Electric Scooter Debuts With Car-Like Tech, Priced at 69,000 Baht
Chinese EV maker NIU has unveiled the FX Pro electric scooter in Thailand priced at 69,000 baht (about 53.7 million VND equivalent, per the report). It packs a 4,000W peak motor and a 76V 32Ah battery, delivering a range of 70-80km per charge and a top speed of about 80km/h. Standout features include reverse assist, blind-spot warning, and 2-channel ABS — tech typically found in cars.
2banh · 8/5/2026
2026 Lambretta J200 Scooter Debuts in Malaysia, Reviving the J Series
Lambretta's new J200 scooter had its first public preview in Malaysia at Art of Speed 2026. Powered by a 174.5cc liquid-cooled engine making 16.8 hp, the 139kg scooter comes with two-channel ABS as standard and design cues drawn from the classic J Series, aimed squarely at urban riders.
Paul Tan · 8/5/2026
Honda CB750 Hornet, 755cc and 90.5hp, Yet Still a Mystery No-Show in the Philippines
Honda's CB750 Hornet, a 755cc parallel-twin making 67.5kW (90.5hp) and 75Nm, remains sold globally but has still not launched officially in the Philippines as of August 2026. Locally, Honda already covers the price range from the CB500 to CB1000 Hornet, and competition from the Yamaha MT-07 and Suzuki GSX-8S is seen as a barrier to bringing it in, RobiMoto reports.
RobiMoto PH · 8/5/2026
Vinales Sidelined by Shoulder Injury, Espargaro Fills In at the British GP
Maverick Vinales will miss the MotoGP British Grand Prix after a small tear was found in his infraspinatus, even though the shoulder injury he suffered at the Sachsenring has otherwise healed. Pol Espargaro, a familiar face in the Tech3 garage who has substituted for Vinales before, steps in for Silverstone, with Vinales expected back at Aragon.
Otorider · 8/5/2026
Triumph Malaysia Reveals New Tracker 400 and Thruxton 400
Triumph's Malaysian arm has revealed the new Tracker 400 and Thruxton 400. Pricing starts at RM27,900 for the Tracker 400 and RM29,900 for the Thruxton 400. Both share a 400cc engine making 42PS at 9,000rpm, a 5% peak-power gain over the previous generation.
Malaysian Riders · 8/5/2026
Can-Am's Electric Adventure Origin Gets Special GIIAS Show Price
Can-Am showcased its electric adventure bike, the Origin, at GIIAS 2026 with a special show price of Rp325 million, down from its normal Rp475 million. It runs a 35kW liquid-cooled Rotax E-Power motor with Level 2 fast charging, claiming roughly 114km of WMTC-combined range and a 20-80% charge in about 50 minutes.
Otorider · 8/5/2026
Aveta Launches Vanguard 180 Scooter in Malaysia From RM9,398
Malaysian newcomer Aveta has launched the Vanguard 180 scooter with a 174cc liquid-cooled single making 18.2hp. The standard model costs RM9,398 while the Explorer pack with a top box and crash bars costs RM9,698. It features a 7-inch TFT touchscreen with dashcam playback and is pitched as an Adventure Touring Crossover for new riders.
Paul Tan · 8/5/2026
Indonesian Rider Spends 3 Years Customizing Her Yamaha XSR155 in R1 Anniversary Livery
Indonesian rider Suherti, nicknamed 'Ntie Chan,' spent three years customizing her Yamaha XSR155, naming the build 'Jubei Yagyuu' after a legendary samurai. The livery uses black bodywork with a mustard-yellow tank inspired by the YZF-R1 60th Anniversary Edition, finished with Brembo calipers and titanium fasteners throughout.
Iwanbanaran · 8/4/2026
Viñales's Shoulder Injury Worsens, KTM Tech3 Reportedly Lines Up Espargaro as Replacement
Maverick Viñales's left shoulder injury from a July 2025 crash at the Sachsenring has not fully healed and may require surgery, according to reports. KTM Tech3 is said to be preparing test rider Pol Espargaro as a replacement starting at Silverstone, though Viñales himself insists health, not friction with the team, is behind his struggles.
2banh · 8/4/2026
MotoGP's 2027 Rules Shrink Engines to 850cc, But Ducati Isn't Worried
MotoGP's 2027 technical regulations cut engine displacement from 1,000cc to 850cc and ban ride-height and holeshot devices outright. Ducati Corse General Director Gigi Dall'Igna calls the overhaul an 'opportunity' and a 'blank sheet' rather than a threat, and the team has already begun testing an 850cc prototype at Misano with test rider Michele Pirro.
2banh · 8/4/2026
Malaysia's RXZ Bike Meet Draws Safety Backlash After 6 Deaths, 200+ Illegally Modified Bikes Seized
Malaysia's RXZ Members 8.0 gathering for Yamaha RXZ enthusiasts saw six participant deaths and 29 traffic accidents, up sharply from 11 the year before. Authorities issued over 1,800 fines and seized more than 200 illegally modified motorcycles. Participants argue the problem is reckless riding, not the event itself.
The Rakyat Post · 8/4/2026
Alex Rins Eyes Move to Go Eleven's WorldSBK Ducati After Losing His Yamaha Seat
After Yamaha declined to renew his contract, Alex Rins is reportedly exploring a move to independent WorldSBK Ducati squad Go Eleven for 2027, riding the Panigale V4. He has begun preliminary talks with team management, though securing an estimated €300,000 budget and competing with incumbent rider Lorenzo Baldassarri's sponsor backing remain hurdles.
RiderTua · 8/3/2026
VinFast Launches Electric Scooter Lineup and Battery-Swap Network in the Philippines
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast launched three new electric scooter models in the Philippines on July 31, alongside a nationwide network of roughly 30,000 battery-swap stations. Swaps take under a minute and cost P35 (about $0.60), with the top-spec model priced up to P107,300.
CleanTechnica · 8/3/2026
Alva CEO: Indonesia's EV Motorcycle Market Turns a Corner After 2025 'Transition Year'
Purbaja Pantja, CEO of Indonesian electric motorcycle brand Alva, called 2025 a transition year for the EV bike market after government purchase subsidies ended in September 2024, causing buyers to hold back. Demand began recovering in the second half of 2025, and Pantja said the company is more optimistic heading into 2026.
GridOto · 8/3/2026
GridOto's 3-Step Home Check for Used Motorcycle Shock Absorbers
GridOto outlined how to inspect a used motorcycle's shock absorbers at home, an area buyers often overlook. Experts recommend three steps: checking visually for oil leaks, feeling around the shaft for leaks, and taking a short test ride to assess condition — rather than judging a bike by engine sound and looks alone.
GridOto · 8/3/2026
Malaysian Mforce dealer Wei Ling Motor marks 9th anniversary with four new model debuts
Wei Ling Motor Sdn. Bhd., an Mforce Smartshop dealer in Kluang, Johor, celebrated its 9th anniversary on August 1, 2026 with business partners, media and customers. The company unveiled four new Mforce models now open for booking — the Morbidelli T250, Morbidelli T250X, ARIIC GOBI 250 and WMOTO NEXY+180 — alongside test rides, a 20% discount on Mforce Oil and CVT belting, and a lucky draw with LS2 helmets and YHPro top boxes.
BikesRepublic · 8/3/2026
Astra Motor Hosts Honda Vario Evo 160 Night Ride Event in Yogyakarta
Astra Motor Yogyakarta held a community night ride event for the Honda Vario Evo 160 on July 26, inviting riders to test the scooter on a dedicated riding-center course that simulated various road surfaces after a safety briefing. Marketing manager Julius Armando said the event is meant to strengthen community ties and teach customization and content-creation skills.
GridOto · 8/3/2026
ALVA Says It Still Doesn't Know What Counts as a 'National' EV in Indonesia
Indonesian electric-motorcycle maker ALVA says it can't tell whether its bikes will qualify for the government's planned incentives for 'national' electric motorcycles, because officials haven't defined the criteria yet. CEO Purbaja Pantja said ALVA already clears the required 50%+ local-content (TKDN) threshold, but with no official definition of 'national' status, he can't say more. Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has said the incentives, under the 'Molinas' program, will be built around locally categorized national cars and motorcycles.
Otorider · 8/3/2026
Can-Am's Pulse Electric Naked Sells Out at GIIAS 2026 After Big Discount
Can-Am made its Indonesian debut at GIIAS 2026, and its Pulse electric naked bike sold out before the show even ended. The show-only price cut Rp150 million off the regular Rp425 million tag, bringing it to Rp275 million, according to Sea-Doo Can-Am Indonesia marketing head Cynthia Ratna. With the Pulse gone, the booth now shows the three-wheeled Can-Am Canyon adventure model instead.
Otorider · 8/3/2026
Lambretta Debuts J200 and X250GP Speedster in Malaysia
Malaysia's Bike Continent unveiled the Lambretta J200 and X250GP Speedster at Art of Speed 2026. The J200 has a 174.5cc liquid-cooled single, two-channel ABS and a 780mm seat height, while the X250GP arrives with a sportier design.
BikesRepublic · 8/1/2026
ALVA Debuts AIPRO Personalisation and ALVA Care for EV Riders
Indonesia's ALVA unveiled AIPRO for configuring its N3 Next Gen electric motorcycle through the MyALVAApp, alongside ALVA Care with 24-hour support, at GIIAS 2026. Features include hill assistance, adjustable regenerative braking and ride-mode limits; the company cites more than 400 charging connectors.
Otorider · 7/31/2026
VinFast Opens 21 Electric Motorcycle Showrooms Across the Philippines at Once
Vietnam's VinFast has simultaneously opened 21 dedicated electric motorcycle and scooter showrooms in the Philippines, launching three models — Evo, Feliz II, and Viper — with top speeds of 80 to 90 km/h. The company plans to deploy 30,000 battery-swapping cabinets nationwide, and new buyers get free swaps at partner stations for a year, up to 20 times a month.
Media OutReach Newswire (VinFast) · 7/31/2026
Triumph Launches Three Models at GIIAS 2026 and Prices Its New 400s
Triumph Motorcycles Indonesia unveiled the Thruxton 400, Tracker 400 and Speed Twin 1200 at GIIAS 2026. Local prices are Rp186 million, Rp182 million and Rp825 million respectively, while Indonesia receives three of the 800 Speed Twin 1200 units built worldwide.
Otorider · 7/30/2026
Indonesia Redesigns Electric Two-Wheeler Incentives Around National Vehicles
Indonesia plans to continue EV incentives in 2026 while limiting eligibility to four- and two-wheelers covered by its national-vehicle program. The proposed scheme would replace direct buyer discounts with support for selected companies, but vehicle criteria, recipients and timing have not yet been announced.
Otorider · 7/30/2026
Honda NX500 Launches in Indonesia With E-Clutch at Rp 230 Million
Astra Honda Motor has launched the 2026 NX500 in Indonesia at an on-the-road Jakarta price of Rp 230,000,000. Its 471cc parallel twin produces 37.1 kW and 44.7 Nm, with Honda E-Clutch, RoadSync, and a five-inch TFT fitted. Sales and after-sales support will run through Big Wing outlets in 11 Indonesian cities.
BeritaMotor (bmspeed7) · 7/30/2026
Honda Vietnam Recalls 6,426 Motorcycles Over Steering, Fuel, and Engine Risks
Honda Vietnam is recalling 6,426 Rebel 300 and 500, CL500, and CB1000 Hornet motorcycles. Potential defects include a steering-lock bolt coming loose, a detached fuel hose, and incorrectly fitted pistons that could raise the risk of a crash, fire, or rear-wheel lock. Repairs began for 748 units on July 27, with the remaining 5,678 due from late August.
Tuoi Tre News · 7/30/2026
2027 Honda Forza 750 Adds Two Colors and Retains Its Core Hardware
The 2027 Honda Forza 750 adds Gunmetal Black Metallic and Mat Iridium Gray Metallic alongside the existing Mat Warm Ash Metallic. Its mechanical package is carried over, including the 745cc parallel twin, 58.6 PS, 69 Nm and six-speed dual-clutch transmission.
2banh · 7/30/2026
Thailand's Mai Khew Takes Eighth at Magny-Cours, Moves to Ninth Overall
Honda Racing Thailand rider Kiattisak “Mai Khew” Singhaphong started second and finished eighth in the FIM Moto3 Junior World Championship race at Magny-Cours on July 26, earning eight points. He has scored in all six races and now sits ninth of 37 riders on 47 points; Valencia hosts the next round on September 4–6.
Motorcycle Magazine (Grandprix) · 7/30/2026
Indonesia’s Charged Unveils 11 kW Ndara EV From IDR 69 Million
Indonesia’s Charged has unveiled the Ndara electric naked bike with an 11 kW motor, a claimed 125 km/h top speed, and a choice of one or two 4 kWh battery packs for up to 100 km of range. The single-battery version starts at IDR 69 million, and a 5-to-80-percent charge is quoted at 40 minutes.
New Atlas · 7/30/2026