MotoGP Malaysian Wildcard
Md. Iskandar Raduan, Elly Idzlianizar Ilias, Shahrol Yuzy, Mohd Zulfahmi Khairuddin and Mohd. Farid Ahmad
FINAL FOUR PICKED FOR MALAYSIAN MOTOGP WILDCARD
Elly Idzlianizar Ilias, Md. Iskandar Raduan, Mohd. Farid Ahmad and Mohd Zulfahmi Khairuddin beat 13 other riders to get to the next stage of the 2009 Malaysian Wildcard Programme. All the contenders undergone a three-day trial from May 14 at Sepang Circuit where they were evaluated on their riding skills and techniques on Yamaha 125cc machines. These four chosen riders would undergo a comprehensive two-months training session at SIC under the guidance of Shahrol Yuzy, Malaysia's ex 250cc MotoGP rider. The selection committee consisted of Shahrul Yuzy, Fuad Baharuddin of Asian Super Sport Rider, Ron Hogg from TWMR, Wan Razali Wan Mamat from MAM, Razlan Razali from SIC, Razak Malique from Junior GP Sdn. Bhd. The two-month training would see the committee decide on the final two riders, to be recommended to Dorna and FIM as the wildcard entries to compete in the 125cc class at the 2009 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix in October. Prior to the GP test, the two riders would be doing further training with Ongetta Team ISPA. "Our riders will be using a 125cc Championship contenders machine which are currently in the top 5 of the Championship," added Razlan. The Malaysian Wildcard Programme 2009 was a result of collaboration between Sepang International Circuit (SIC) and its partners in motorsports - Motorsports Association of Malaysia (MAM), Automobile Association of Malaysia (AAM), Two Wheels Motor Racing (TWMR), Moto Millia and Hong Leong Yamaha.
Kawasaki tourers
ORBITUARY - Yong Boon Chay
MODENAS General Manager, Mr Yong Boon Chay, passed away in a motorcycle accident this afternoon. The mishap happened at the southbound PLUS hiway, about half a kilometer before the Bukit Merah exit. He was on his way back to KL after a meeting session at Modenas' Gurun factory, riding with four other fellow bikers. Yong passed away at the site of the accident.
Initial reports indicated that Yong, astride his Kawasaki Z750, was overtaking a lorry, when the bigger vehicle changed lane and forcing him into the middle armco barrier.
Condolences to the bereaved family of this friend and fellow biker.
UPDATE: As at 6am 19 June 09
A bike convoy is being organised to escort the late Boon Chay, at 2.30pm from St Ignatius Church to PJ Crematorium Kg Tunku tomorrow Saturday 19th Jun 09'
to fulfil his last wish.
Fellow bikers who wish to participate is requested to assemble at St Ignatius tomorrow before 2.30pm.
UPDATE: As at 2pm 18 June 09
Those who wish to pay their last respects to Boon Chay, could do so at
St Ignatius Church
Jln 25/3 Tmn Plaza
47301 Petaling Jaya
beside LDP highway 1km before LRT Kelana Jaya
Prayers would be at 2-3pm on Saturday and would be cremated at PJ Crematorium Kg Tunku.
Amongst those who came to bid farewell.
Yong testing out the GT128 during the Media Test Ride at Pasir Gudang track
a short video of Yong
Tribute to Yong.
Below are the two last pics which i took during Akademi Fantasia 7 Finals at Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil.
Farewell.....
Initial reports indicated that Yong, astride his Kawasaki Z750, was overtaking a lorry, when the bigger vehicle changed lane and forcing him into the middle armco barrier.
Condolences to the bereaved family of this friend and fellow biker.
UPDATE: As at 6am 19 June 09
A bike convoy is being organised to escort the late Boon Chay, at 2.30pm from St Ignatius Church to PJ Crematorium Kg Tunku tomorrow Saturday 19th Jun 09'
to fulfil his last wish.
Fellow bikers who wish to participate is requested to assemble at St Ignatius tomorrow before 2.30pm.
UPDATE: As at 2pm 18 June 09
Those who wish to pay their last respects to Boon Chay, could do so at
St Ignatius Church
Jln 25/3 Tmn Plaza
47301 Petaling Jaya
beside LDP highway 1km before LRT Kelana Jaya
Prayers would be at 2-3pm on Saturday and would be cremated at PJ Crematorium Kg Tunku.
Amongst those who came to bid farewell.
Yong testing out the GT128 during the Media Test Ride at Pasir Gudang track
a short video of Yong
Tribute to Yong.
Below are the two last pics which i took during Akademi Fantasia 7 Finals at Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil.
Farewell.....
Kawasaki VNII - Vulcan 250V
Tunggangan santai dan juga kembara jarak jauh kian mendapat tempat di hati peminat motosikal di negara ini. Samada untuk kegunaan hujung minggu atau sebagai pengangkutan harian ke tempat kerja, genre motosikal kruiser boleh memenuhi kehendak sebegini. Salah satu siri motosikal kruiser yang tidak asing lagi dalam dunia permotoran motosikal ialah siri Vulcan yang dikeluarkan Kawasaki. Mula diperkenalkan sejak tahun 1984 lagi, Vulcan terkenal dengan motosikal berenjin dwi-selinder konfigurasi V, bersesaran 125cc sehinggalah ke model sebesar 2000cc.
Meneruskan legasi Vulcan terkini ialah Vulcan 250 dengan gaya dan penampilan tersendiri. Model ini ditawarkan Kawasaki Motors Malaysia Sdn Bhd sebagai model pemasangan tempatan (CKD) dan dikuasai enjin dwi-selinder V bersesaran 249cc.
VNII di perkarangan New World Hotel, Genting Highlands
Enjin sejukan cecair ini mempunyai bilah penyejuk menyerupai enjin sejukan udara, dan mampu menjana 31 kuasa kuda (hp) dengan tork sebanyak 22.2 N-m pada 9,500 pusingan enjin se minit. Enjin kompak ini menggunapakai profil aci sesondol yang direka khusus untuk memaksimakan kesan tenaga inertia rodaputar untuk meningkatkan kuasa enjin pada rpm rendah. Nisbah mampatan yang tinggi iaitu sebanyak 12.0:1 juga meningkatkan lagi kuasa enjin pada julat operasi enjin yang rendah. Jaket cecair penyejuk yang mengelilingi enjin ini juga bertindak sebagai peredam bunyi untuk menghasilkan operasi enjin yang lebih senyap, dan sistem penyejukan cecair membolehkan penetapan suhu enjin yang lebih sekata, sekali gus mengelakkan kehilangan kuasa yang dialami enjin sejukan udara apabila suhu enjin melebihi suhu operasi optimum.
Ini juga menghasilkan enjin yang lebih lasak dan tahan lama. Bilah penyejuk pada blok enjin dan kekotak gear nya dihiasi krom kilat bermutu tinggi yang menyumbang kepada karektor kruiser motosikal ini.
Hantaran kuasa diagihkan melalui pilihan enam gear untuk disesuaikan dengan kehendak kuasa pada satu satu masa. Dihubungkan kepada enjin melalui sistem klac basah dengan plet berbilang, penukaran gear didapati lancar dan tepat, dan mudah di neutralkan apabila sampai ke persimpangan berlampu isyarat. Ini mampu dicapai dengan mudah melalui bantuan sistem Carian Neutral Positive (Positive Neutral Finder). Penukaran gear juga didapati lancar sewaktu tunggang-uji di laluan Ulu Yam - Awana - Genting Highlands, dengan nisbah gear yang agak tepat bagi kelancaran hantaran kuasa yang diperlukan sewaktu pendakian curam. Laluan sebegini amat sesuai bagi ujian nisbah gear, kerana nisbah perbezaan gear yang terlalu jauh antara satu sama lain akan menyebabkan ngauman enjin yang terlampau apabila rpm enjin meningkat terlalu tinggi bagi memenuhi permintaan kuasa yang tidak dapat disambut baik oleh gear berikutnya. Julat gear VN II ini didapati agak tepat untuk hantaran kuasa yang sekata dan lancar, dengan tork yang mencukupi untuk memacu jentera 171kg ini bagi menghasilkan tunggangan yang mengujakan sewaktu mendaki pusat peranginan tanah tinggi tersebut.
Kerangka VN II ini adalah dari jenis tiub berbentuk dwi-dukungan, dengan lengan ayun belakang yang di dokong suspensi konvensional seperti kebanyakan motosikal kruiser. Bahagian hadapan jentera ini di ampu suspensi cabang teleskopik 41mm, dan dipasang roda aloi aluminium yang menarik. Konfigurasi kerangka dan suspensi ini menghasilkan sebuah jentera yang stabil dan mudah dikawal, dengan meklumbalas roda yang baik. Kawalan kelajuan diyakinkan oleh brek cakera dwi-angkup Tokico di hadapan. Cakera bertebuk ini dibuat sedemikian bagi penyesaran haba yang lebih baik dan juga menyumbang kepada pengurangan berat keseluruhan jentera. Roda belakang dibekalkan brek jenis gelendung untuk melengkapkan sistem pemberhentian jentera ini, yang di dapati menyakinkan tanpa mengalami kepanasan sewaktu menuruni laluan Genting dan juga Bukit Tinggi, sebelum menempuh selekoh curam selepas Genting Sempah sebelum pulang ke ibukota. Tayar hadapan yang bersaiz 120/80-17 dengan gabungan tayar belakang 160/80-15 didapati selesa untuk menangani laluan berliku, malah mampu mengujakan mereka yang gemar menyeret pemijak kaki.
Beberapa aksesori juga turut ditawarkan bagi mereka yang ingin menambah sentuhan peribadi kepada jentera ini. Penampan angin hadapan yang dipasang kepada jentera pandu-uji ini menambahkan lagi penampilan kruiser nya dan membantu menyesarkan angin ke belakang sewaktu penunggangan laju dan juga pabila hujan. Keselesaan pembonceng juga mampu ditingkatkan dengan penambahan penyandar belakang yang digabungkan dengan tapak pengikat barangan. Bar pelindung enjin juga boleh ditambah bagi menyerlahkan lagi keterampilan VN II anda.
Pelana dwi-aras nya adalah setinggi 690mm, dengan posisi duduk yang agak menegak dan membolehkan penunggangan seharian tanpa perlu banyak hentian rehat. Maklumat kelajuan penunggangan boleh di dapati dari meter analog yang terletak di atas tangki bahanapi. Lampu isyarat dan juga lampu amaran ditempatkan di antara meter kelajuan dan penutup tangki bahanapi berkunci. Tangki bahanapi ini dikawal tompol pilihan aliran bahanapi yang terletak di sebelah kiri, dengan suis utama juga berada di sisi yang sama. Hendal melintang nya cukup lebar untuk kawalan jentera yang mudah, dengan letakduduk suis kawalan yang mudah dicapai. Lampu utama nya menggunakan mentol kuartz halogen dengan kuasa suluhan 60W yang selesa untuk penunggangan malam hari yang selamat. Ekzos berbentuk menirus berhias krom kilat melengkapkan lagi penampilan jentera santai ini, dengan pemasangan sendeng ke atas.
Secara keseluruhan, VN II ini mampu memenuhi kehendak penunggangan yang selesa dan menyeronokkan, bagi kegunaan harian ataupun untuk bersantai malam minggu, mahupun bagi konvoi jarak jauh. Ia mampu memberikan satu gaya hidup yang tersendiri bagi pemiliknya, disamping menjanjikan sebuah jentera yang selesa dan tahan lasak. Penggunaan bahanapi di anggar menimatkan dengan satu tangki penuh mampu membawa penunggangnya melebihi 200km. Bagi mereka yang inginkan penampilan tersendiri dengan sebuah jentera 250cc, ini merupakan satu lagi keluaran yang perlu dipertimbangkan. Namun bagi peminat jentera kruiser, tentuya ia merupakan sebuah jentera yang diidamkam, apalagi bila ianya merupakan sebuah jentera permulaan yang amat mudah dikendalikan bagi mereka yang kurang berpengalaman dan baru dengan dunia motosikal.
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Spesifikasi VN II
Panjang Keseluruhan 2 355 mm (92.72 in.)
Berat Keseluruhan 775 mm (30.51 in.)
Tinggi Keseluruhan 1,075 mm (42.32 in.)
Tapak 1,620 mm (63.78 in.)
Kelegaan bumi 150 mm (5.91 in.)
Tinggi pelana 690 mm (27.17 in.)
Berat kering 171 kg (377 Ib)
Berat kasar 187 kg (412 Ib)
Kapasiti tangki bahanapi 13.0 L (3.4 US gal)
Radius pusingan minima 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
Enjin 4-lejang, dwi-selinder V90°, DOHC, 4 injap se selinder Sejukan cecair
Gerek dan lejang 62.0 x 41.4 mm (2.44 x 1.63 in.)
Sesaran 249 cm3 (15.2 cu in.)
Nisbah mampatan 12.0 : 1
Kuasa maksima 30.8hp / 23 kW(31.3 PS) @12 500 rpm
Tork maksima 22.2 N-m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.4 ft-lb) @9 500 rpm
Jenis klac cakera basah berbilang
Transmisi: 6-kelajuan, berpanca
Nisbah Gear: Pertama 2.857 (40/14)
Kedua 1.842 (35/19)
Ketiga 1.409 (31/22)
Keempat 1.160 (29/25)
Kelima 1.038 (27/26)
Keenam 0.928 (26/28)
Sistem hantaran akhir: Pacuan rantai
Kerangka Tiub, dwi-dukungan
Saiz Rim: Depan 17 x3.OO
Belakang 15 x4.00
Tayar Depan: Tanpa-tiub 120/80-17 M/C 61S
Tayar Belakang: Tanpa-tiub 160/80-15 M/C74S
Suspensi Depan: Cabang Teleskopik
Pergerakan roda: 150 mm (5.91 in)
Suspensi Belakang: Lengan-ayun
Pergerakan roda: 96mm (3.78 in)
Jenis brek: Depan Cakera
Belakang Gelendung
RM25,989 untuk motosikal standard
RM26,989 dengan aksesori lengkap
VN250 - A Smooth operator
The Vulcan name has been used by Kawasaki to denote their "custom" or "cruiser" type motorcycles since 1984, using mostly V-twin powered motorcycles ranging from 125cc to 2000cc.
The latest offering Kawasaki is the VN II ; a cruiser bike with attitude and style. The VN II has a 249cc V-twin, liquid cooled engine. The compact V-twin design has special cam profiles which is combined with the flywheel effect to boost low end torque. The 12.0:1 high compression engine generate up to 30.8 horsepower, and delivers 22.2 N-m of torque at 9,500 rpm, enabling smooth low and mid range power delivery. Finning on the cylinders helps provide an air-cooled image, but the water jacket of the liquid cooling system results in even running temperatures, eliminating “power fade” on hot days, longer engine life, and also insulate engine noise for quieter running. It has a 6 speed gearbox with a well-dispersed ratios to provide ample power for changing riding needs. A gear for every situation gives better acceleration, and allows engine’s full potential to be utilised. The traditional "test-track" of Ulu Yam, Awana, Genting Higlands and Bukit Tinggi was negotiated with comfort and exciting speed. Gear change is smooth throughout, and its Positive Neutral Finder helps invaluably for shifting into neutral at light stops.
This locally assembled bike is a low rider, with a fairly long wheelbase. It appears to be a great learner's bike, as it is easy to handle, very forgiving, nimble and a joy to ride. With a 249cc displacement, is of no wonder to be concerned with the engine size on the highway, but the smooth 6-speed gearbox really helps with highway cruising and has no problem accelerating above 100-110 km/h, even with a pillion. The wind tends to move it around a bit due to its cruiser appearance, and it is something which is not unexpected.
Speeds are being kept checked adequately from its front dual-piston caliper which offer good braking and brake feeling, producing quick, sure stops. The disc is drilled to provide excellent heat transfer for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight. The brake lever is adjustable in four stages, to operate the dual-caliper Tokico brakes. The rear end gets a 160mm drum type brake.
The narrow 120/80-17 front tyre with a big beefy 160/80-15 rear tyre complement the VN2 II traditional cruiser styling. Large 41 mm diameter front fork tubes are for precise handling, and provides good road feedback for feel and control. The cast alloy spoke wheels augurs well with the bike's looks, and is signatured with the polished chrome, taper-type exhaust. The seat is comfortable, with a stepped cut for comfort and character. A relaxed laid-back riding posture allows all-day riding for long journeys. Optional backrest for your pillion is available as an accessory, so is the front windsheild to keeps the bugs at bay.
Typical cruiser forward control handlebars complement its overall character, as well as for ease of handling. The meter is centrally located on the fuel tank, providing information at a glance, and the fuel tank cap is flush-mounted, blending in to the meter cluster. Switches on the handlebars are logically located to be within easy reach for better control and safety,
Riding it around town definitely gets plenty of headturns especially from curious onlookers. If you like the cruiser style, and are after a tough, reliable motorcycle that looks great and performs well, then this is a definite contender. Overall, this is a great bike. This is a 250cc motorcycle that looks more like a 600. This may work great if you need to work within a 250cc engine size restriction, be it due to your official JPJ licensing, or your "ministry of home-affairs".
Penulis bersama dua buah VNII yang ditunggang-uji pihak media ke Melaka
GENERAL INFORMATION
General Specifications VN250V (VN II)
Dimensions and Weight
Overall Length 2 355 mm (92.72 in.)
Overall Width 775 mm (30.51 in.)
Overall Height 1,075 mm (42.32 in.)
Wheelbase 1,620 mm (63.78 in.)
Road Clearance 150 mm (5.91 in.)
Seat Height 690 mm (27.17 in.)
Dry Weight (Mass) 171 kg (377 Ib)
Curb Weight (Mass) 187 kg (412 Ib)
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.0 L (3.4 US gal)
Performance
Minimum Turning Radius 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
Engine
Type 4-stroke, 90° V-2 cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Cooling System Liquid-cooled
Bore and Stroke 62.0 x 41.4 mm (2.44 x 1.63 in.)
Displacement 249 cm3 (15.2 cu in.)
Compression Ratio 12.0 : 1
Maximum Horsepower 30.8hp or 23 kW(31.3 PS) @12 500 rpm
Maximum Torque 22.2 N-rn (2.3 kgf-m, 16.4 ft-lb) @9 500 rpm
Fuel System Carburetors, Keihin CVKR 32 x 2
Starting System Electric starter
Ignition System Timing Battery and coil (transistorized)
Advance System Electronically advanced (digital)
Ignition Timing °/rpm BTDC 15°/1 300 ~ BTDC 35°/5 000
Spark plugs NGK CR9E or ND U27ESR-N
Valve timing:
Inlet:
Open BTDC 32.5°
Close ABDC 67.5
Duration 280°
Exhaust:
Open BBDC 66°
Close ATDC 26°
Duration 272°
Cylinder Numbering Method Front to rear, 1-2
Firing Order 1-2
Lubrication System Forced lubrication (wet sump)
Engine Oil: API SE, SF or SG
Grade API SH, SJ or SL with JASO MA
Viscosity SAE10W-40
Capacity 2.1 L (2.2 US qt)
Drive Train
Primary Reduction System:
Type Gear drive
Reduction Ratio 3.440 (86/25)
Clutch Type Wet multi disc
Transmission:
Type 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Gear Ratios:
1st 2.857 (40/14)
2nd 1.842 (35/19)
3rd 1.409 (31/22)
4th 1.160 (29/25)
5th 1.038 (27/26)
6th 0.928 (26/28)
Final Drive System:
Type Chain drive
Reduction Ratio 2.933 (44/15)
Overall Drive Ratio 9.369 @ top gear
Frame
Type Tubular, double cradle
Caster 35°
Trail 154 mm (6.06 in.)
Rim Size:
Front 17 x3.OO
Rear 15 x4.00
Front Tire:
Type Tubeless
Size 120/80-17 M/C 61S
Rear Tire:
Type Tubeless
Size 160/80-15 M/C74S
Front Suspension:
Type Telescopic fork
Wheel Travel 150 mm (5.91 in.)
Rear Suspension:
Type Swingarm
Wheel Travel 96mm (3.78 in)
Brake Type:
Front Single disc brake
Rear Drum brake
Electrical System
Battery 12 V 6 Ah
Headlight:
Type Semi-sealed beam
Bulb 12 V 60/55 W (quartz-halogen)
Tail/Brake Light 12 V 5/21 W
Alternator:
Type Three-phase AC
Rated Output 16 A/14 V @ 12 000 r/min (rpm)
RM25,989 standard bike base price
RM26,989 fully accessorised
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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