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Astra Honda Motor never shows the modification work on the Revo product. Now, the producer of Honda motorcycles in Indonesia was again demonstrated through skutik New BEAT modifnya which was originally going to join the launch of the New BEAT enliven the standard on January 20 last (void regarding the death of President Director of PT Astra International, Tbk Michael D Ruslim).

Modification model adopted is a vehicle for exploring the natural (off-road). “The concept that we provide FACT, which is fun, active, and cross tracker. So, this modification can be followed by those who like adventure,” commented Djalu Pratomo, Product Research AHM.

Viscous characteristic off-road look at the front sepatbor higher. In order to bottom, so there’s nothing more liaison between the chassis and engine front rake. “Instead, we made re-frame with steel pipe. Chassis is similar to underbone and certainly more robust,” added Djalu. It looks more muscular after the chassis was made extending to the side of the body.

Another strong impression appeared on the front foot that has adopted the model upside down. Although not full to the triangle on the kinds of variants sport, dashing impression was shock absorbers represented by the variation.

Rear shock absorbers made of mono models. Holder who wore the bottom steel plate is above the crankcase. As for the top, Djalu explained that the holder is made from the same plate and located on the trunk.

Dyad embedded in the side body signifies BEAT is a second variant of modified Honda after the Revo.

PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) held a contest finals Mechanical & Service Advisor to the National Honda-17 at the Honda Training Center (AHTC) in Sunter, North Jakarta, Tuesday (06/07/2010). This activity is a testing ground skills, while enhancing the ability of 35 mechanics and 27 advisors from all over Indonesia who followed this race.

Before appearing in Sunter, the finalists had to compete with the 3135 and 1054 contestants mechanical service advisor.

“Today, the final being the best for them. We want to prove service of Honda in Indonesia is equivalent to the level of the world,” says Senior General Manager of Technical Services Division AHM Tedjosiswojo in between activities.

The total prize kontesan gaining more and Rp100 million top prize of a Honda motorcycle models. Winners will also be sent to represent Indonesia at the level of Honda’s Asia-Oceania Regional.

Until now, Honda has a network of 3375 points AHASS workshops throughout Indonesia. In total there are 16 350 people and 2,900 mechanical service advisor.

Moreover, the activity also diperlombakan skills contests and special seminars for students of vocational schools in Indonesia. A total of 20 students was involved in the activities this time

German motorcycle manufacturer, BMW, introducing new models, exclusive K1300GT Edition. This vehicle is specially designed very comfortable for long trips. Anyway, this bike Gran Turismo (GT) wheels are two very fit for cross-country.

For long-distance touring, of course, comfort is the demand even if the rider facing various road conditions. Well, K1300GT have used technology II Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA II). Thus, the rider can adjust the height of the chassis simply by pressing a button.

There’s more. This motorcycle also features anti-skid function Automatic Stability Control (ASC) and monitors air pressure control (RDC).

When walking at night, headlights are very bright due to use Xenon. Then, there are also screens that provide, in particular, information relating to travel (distance), air temperature, and average fuel consumption.

For color, BMW will only provide Granite Grey Metallic contrasting with the color wheel. It cost 19 450 euros

After a three-wheeled scooter launched last year, Piaggio re-make his debut with a hybrid version. This is the first hybrid motorcycle in the world that combines a plug-in lithium ion battery power with the innovative.

Fixed three-wheel concept (MP3), only the larger engine capacity. If the earlier 124 cc, for which this environmentally friendly technology with a capacity of 300 cc pinned. Hence, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer named Hybrid MP3 300ie.

Labor supported the propulsion magnet motor and gasoline engine in parallel with the automatic transmission (CVT). Interestingly, this three-wheeled technology also has been using technology drive-by-wire and four modes, namely two and two electric hybrid modes simply by pressing buttons located on the right handlebar.

Hybrid technology on the 300ie is the same with plug-ins, this is only the smallest version. This vehicle also has a performance equivalent to 400 cc petrol engine. Thus the claim of Piaggio.

For fuel consumption, 300ie can travel 60 km with one liter of gasoline, while the petrol version 30 km / liter. Lowest emissions of 40 g / km, far below the average of 90 g / km.

For battery hidden under the saddle, in addition to storing helmets and other equipment. A 12V power socket for charging electricity is available in these compartments.

The price of this MP3 300ie in Italy dibanderol 7990 euros, slightly more expensive than MP3 and MP3 300ie offered LT 6090 U.S. dollars.

Are you that in Indonesia have a BMW R-Series motorcycles Boxer Twins or K1200GT? If yes, principals in Germany announced a safety recall. The problem is, there is a leak in the braking system on both types of motorcycle production in August 2006 until May 2009 that.

“BMW Motorrad has announced a recall of R-Series and K 1200 GT. It was observed, berpontensi brake pipe on the system is broken. That may be due to vibration, especially at the front, so that brake fluid could come out of the pipe at the front,” the statement from company, was quoted Autoevolution, Wednesday (05/19/2010).

As a result of that leak, brake fluid in the tube in the reserves will be reduced and the handlebars will certainly affect the grip front brake. “But for the rear brake did not influence at all,” said BMW’s management.

They also ensure that the leakage through the pipe was very small. Until now, no one has had an accident because of problems in that section.

Just for information, the total amount of the second motor is affected by the recall reached 122 000 units worldwide. BMW dealers will contact the owner of the motor that is exposed to the problem.