From left Julian Legazpi of KTM Au, Charles Benson So of KTM Philippines, and Timmy Tan of Zic Motor Oil

On March 06, 2015 also the day when SK Lubricants officially Launched ZIC motorcycle oil in the Philippines, With SK Lubricants Chairman TIMMY TAN, and KTM Philippines EVP COO Charles Benson So. The two big names in their respective industries, KTM and ZIC Motorcycle oils is now partners to participate in the Philippine Super Bike Championship.

ZIC Race Competition 200 cc. Race Bike

ZIC motorcycle oils uses VHVI base oil which means very high viscosity index, It is also a high quality 4 cycle engine oil made in South Korea, engineered to provide excellent bearing and piston scuffing protection, it also guarantees better performance, lubrication, and oxidation stability .

Benson So (EVP & COO KTM Philippines) said

“We all know that viscosity is the single most important physical property of a lubricant. It is a crude measure of a lubricant’s molecular constitution from the standpoint of hydrocarbon chain size. Viscosity is determined by creating friction between the molecules from fluid movement. The higher the intermolecular friction the higher the viscosity. Therefore I trust that ZIC lubricants will work really well with our factory race bikes and also our daily rides.”

RC8 factory Race Bike

Everyone is looking forward to see what’s in store for us in the action packed  PSBK 2015 season. KTM Philippines will be using the new RC8 in the coming races. And enthusiasts are excited to see how the RC8 does when the chequered flag is waved.

SM City Ecoland Davao – Davao City Philippines; May 9-10, 2015– Honda Philippines Inc. launched the Honda Click 125i, the 1^st of its kind in the Philippines powered by the Honda Smart Technology.

Hundreds of Davaoeños graced the event that lasted for two days. Despite the summer sun’s scorching heat, riders and non-riders alike experienced a fulfilling ride as they get a chance to test ride not only the Honda Click 125i but also two of Honda’s automatic model, the Zoomer X and Beat110. Honda is at best in generosity, thus providing its guests with the top of the notch entertainment, lots of freebies, foods and refreshments. The sun slowly bid its goodbye, nonetheless Honda still liven up the night with a program that has taken aback SM City Davao.  A very two lovely host again started throwing prizes and games that made the crowd gaga with laughter and entertainment. Amid the hilarity and amusement, HPI launched the most awaited Honda Click 125i thru Honda Motorcycle Sales Supervisor Mr. Mark Sorrosa, introducing its magnificence from design to safety to world renowned technology. Everyone thought the night is over, until two bands from davao entered the scene and serenade the ground with a heartfelt performance that is truly for Davaoeños.

The entertainment and games ended, yet HPI still extended its stay at Davao via One week of Motorcycle Mall Display in SM City Ecoland Davao for the customers’ familiarity and accessibilityof the unitwhere queries can immediately be responded by different  Honda  Dealers in Davao. Well loved by every Filipino customer, Honda Click 125i is the evolution of Scooters.  And that is Honda – The Power of Dreams.

TRAININGS ALL AROUND, FROM THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF KTM CERTIFICATION IN AUSTRIA TO 30 KTM CERTIFICATIONS IN MANILA!

MATTIGHOFEN, AUSTRIA – MARCH 16th TO APRIL3^RD, 2015, Mr. James Aron Dela Paz, Dave Harold Denaga, and Joel Lanuza participated in the first ever KTM Technical Training Academy in Austria headquarter. It was the first time ever, that KTM unleashed its brand new global training module concept.

Aron Dela Paz working on diagnostic tooling

The training included:

Bronze Level – Servicing, workshop standards, requirements, management, and Dealernet

Silver Level – Repair training, special tools, diagnostic tooling, and XC-1

Orange Level – Highest level training starting with electronic diagnostics, bike electronics, suspension, and full-range engine training.

Aaron Dela Paz with KTM Head Technical Trainers

Aron Dela Paz working on diagnostic tooling

As a result, KTM PH represents 3 of only 9 global technicians to receive the highest level of training – Orange level!

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – APRIL 8th TO APRIL 9th, 2015 KTM Philippines held a Brand knowledge and KTM Dealer.net training toKTM Product dealers from across the Philippine shores conducted by Philipp Moeller from KTM Motorrad AG.

Philipp Moeller discussing the KTM products

Attendees were Granstar Motors & Industrial Corporation, Blip Motors Inc., Motorcentral Sales Corporation, KServico Trade Inc., Grand Canyon Multi Holdings Inc., Mototechnik Inc., Saga Agro Inc., KTM Iloilo, and KTM Manila.

The 1st day of training was all about the Brand and the Products from KTM. For the 2nd day it was mostly about KTM Dealer.net.

Philipp Moeller discussing Dealer.net

As Philipp discussed the race heritage of the KTM brand, global-partnerships, and the KTM core-values. It was very clear that our objective to inject the ORANGE blood was successful.

Dealer.net training was a big step for our dealers, the different functions and benefits ktmdealer.net were discussed in detail by the presenter.

Group picture together with top level managers of said dealers

It was a very active event when participants asked technical questions and Philipp were able to address some of the issues and concerns by our dealers, mostly was for warranty claims and difficult situations with the products that they have previously encountered.

Attendees were very pleased to know that KTM PH are making steps in providing them with these programs, to strengthen their knowledge about our product and most importantly they will be given training programs for their mechanics and salespersons in the future.

This is one of the many programs KTM PH will be having for our dealers, as we get ready to turn the Philippines to an ORANGE country.

As we ended the training we left the dealers with veins filled with ORANGE, and a READY TO RACE attitude to be applied in their respective areas.

Guanzon Corp marked their milestone as they celebrate their 70^th anniversary together with their customers and suppliers through Guanzon Festival 2015.  The activity aims to promote and showcase all the products of Guanzon in collaboration with their suppliers.

Honda Philippines Inc., to show support and being one of Guanzon Merchandising Corporation’s suppliers, joined the first leg of the Guanzon Festival 2015 held at Lingayen Capitol Grounds, Pangasinan last April 25 – 26.

During the first day of the activity, Honda Philippines’ took part in opening the Guanzon Festival by having a group of teenagers for Drumline exhibition.  Safety Riding Seminar was conducted late in the afternoon to educate riders, after that Larong Pinoy was introduced as fun game to the riders. For the said event, Guanzon Group invited many riders from different parts of Pangasinan to participate during the 2-day activity.

A full line up of motorcycles that Honda has to offer opened the booth display.  The focal point for the display is the all new Click 125i, the first scooter model equipped with eSP – Enhanced Smart Power, ISS – Idling Stop System and CBS – Combined Break System, indeed it is the scooter of the future.

HPI had 2 Test Ride Areas wherein people can choose if they want to try our new scooter model, the Click 125i or our off-road models which includes CRF 250, XR 150, XRM Dual Sport.  For those participants who wanted to learn how to ride a motorcycle, we offered Learn to Ride.  To ensure safety, all areas of Learn to Ride and Test Ride were conducted by our Safety Riding Instructors all throughout the day.

Guanzon Biker Babe Competition opened the night with 14 participants showcasing their beauty and intelligence to the crowd. At around 12mn Callalily owned the stage were the crowd, from teenagers to college students to employees to adults, got wilder as they started to sing their famous songs and their rendition of the hit love song Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran. Indeed Callalily ended the night of Guanzon Festival with a bang!

Booth Display, Test Ride and Free Servicing were the main activity for HPI that happened during the second day. Motorcycle Stunt was part of Honda’s entertainment. Of course we hired a professional stunt rider for that! Cheerdance competition also graced the activity area of Guanzon Festival.  Dancers from around Pangasinan participated on this activity. Rain or shine, nothing can stop Honda Philippines Inc. in supporting one of its dealers and thanking everyone for their continued patronage of the brand.

Undeniably, Pangalatok, really had a great time with the entertainment and activities that the Honda Philippines, Inc. prepared for them.  We are truly blessed to be welcomed by the people of Lingayen, Pangasinan.   You’ll see more of Honda Philippines Inc. at the next Guanzon Festival happening this July!

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Rev up north! Kawasaki Leisure Bikes Nueva Ecija opened its doors with a bang last May 16, 2015 in Cabanatuan City with the SE Asian premier of the Kawasaki H2R. The ribbon cutting ceremony was graced by Dr. Reynaldo & Teresita Odulio & family together with “Idol” Robin Padilla and Kawasaki Motors Philippines Corporation President Mr. Hitoshi Inoue.

In case you haven’t notice, it’s the H2 with the R – Kawasaki’s most powerful bike to date with 300 stallions in between your legs thanks to its state-of-the-art 998cc Supercharged engine. Please bear in mind though that the H2R is a closed-circuit only bike according to Kawasaki.

Mr. Hitoshi Inoue and Robin Padilla with the opening remarks

A toast to success with Robin Padilla, KMPC President Hitoshi Inoue and Dr. Reynaldo Odulio

It’s also a special day for the Odulios as the wife of Raymond (VP for Finance) celebrated her birthday together with the riders and guests

The H2R presented on stage by Wheeltek’s VP for Sales & Marketing Roscoe Odulio

The ceremonial revving of the H2R surely cracked our ears with its monstrous roar

Philippine Superbike Champion Dashi Watanabe will be riding the H2R in Clark International Speedway this 20th of May

Riders and guests indulged to a sumptuous dinner with bands on stage keeping the night alive

Raffle prizes were also given away during the event. The next day, riders who stayed were treated to a quickie breakfast ride towards Laur Nueva Ecija to enjoy the cool morning breeze and a bit of action from its winding roads.

A short briefing before the ride by Wheeltek General Manager Bobby Orbe

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Class picture at the mountain top overlooking the plains of Nueva Ecija

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Nueva Ecija Big Bikers Club guiding our way back to Sta. Rosa and towards SCTEX

Come and visit the Kawasaki Leisure Bikes Nueva Ecija at Valisno Building, National Highway, Cabanatuan City Nueva Ecija Philippines. Also available in their showroom: Ninja ZX10R, Ninja 1000, Ninja 250, Versys 650, Vulcan 650, Z1000 and many more awesome bikes!

Got this from a message in Motorcycle Philippines Facebook page from Lee Washington of Maxman.TV

At 13 years old most of us were probably racing motorbikes in video games, but Australian teen Lachlan Taylor is doing the real thing. Lachlan is an up and coming young rider from Queensland and is at the Shell Asia Talent Cupto compete in six events and 12 point-scoring races across five countries. He’s the first Australian to do so.

The Cup, which takes place across Thailand, Qatar, China, Japan, and Malaysia, is where riders aged 13-18 from across Asia can compete against one another and hone their skills, setting themselves up on the path to a career in competitive road racing. Lachlan is by far the youngest rider in the group.

What makes Taylor’s achievement even more remarkable is his relative inexperience when it comes to road racing. He’s been doing it for less than a year.

The video, from Maxman.tv, follows Lachlan on the track as he discusses his love for the sport which started when he was just 7 years old.

Although only young, he’s full of ambition and big plans for the future. “I have always liked to make it as the Moto 3 champion, but we’ll see what happens and I will try my best,” he says. “If it doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen, but if it does that would be awesome.”

Compared to the other riders in his group he looks so young and when asked about his chances in the first race his Asian competitors don’t hold out much hope for him finishing the race, let alone being any kind of rival.

But by the end of the competition their attitude has completely changed towards the pint-sized Australian as he proves that size doesn’t matter, but skill and determination definitely does.

Keep an eye on Lachlan Taylor, i have a feeling he’s going to be a big name in this sport one day in the not too distant future.

May 24 2015, Manila Philippines – Up to 2,500 riders converged at the Quirino Grandstand to be part of the Guinness World Records attempt for the “Largest Road Safety Lesson” held in one place.  In partnership with the Department of Transportation and Communications, Suzuki Philippines and Ropali Motorcycles, Motorcycle Rights Organization headed by Jobert Bolanos together with various motorcycle clubs spearheaded the event.

Riders, as far as the Bicol region in the south and Ilocos in the north also attended this historic event.  Also present in the festivities is DOTC Assistant Secretary Dante Lantin, in which he reminded riders of the importance of safety riding and arriving home unharmed. The event was hosted by Jobert Bolanos and Sexbomb Louise Bolton, whom together with her group made the afternoon temperature even hotter with their dance performances.

The Road Safety Lesson was officiated by Mel Aquino of Moto 360 and Ropali Motorcycles with the help of Suzuki Philippines’ Noel Villapando as they demonstrated the proper way of braking, steering and riding the motorcycle. Also, they showed to riders the importance of wearing safety gears whether it’s a short or long distance ride.

Richard Stenning from the Guinness World Records verified the total number of riders present, which unfortunately didn’t surpass the previous Largest Road Safety Lesson that was attended by 1917 participants in Abu Dhabi UAE on Oct 10 2011. According to him, the gate admittances totaled at 2080, but 294 partakers either went out or left during the actual Road Safety Lesson leaving only 1786 in attendance – just 132 individuals short to beat the current World Record. Grabbing the top spot may not be for us this time, but one thing is for sure: those 1786 riders can now impart their knowledge to other riders and will make our roads safer by the day.

It was estimated that around 3000 riders joined the motorcade

Mel Aquino Briefing riders on how to do group riding safely

Snatcher! (that was me, pun intended thanks to the Manila’s Finest for being a sport)

Suzuki Philippines Inc. headed by Mitsunori Shiraishi, Assistant National Sales Manager

Jobert Bolanos of MRO and Louise Bolton of the Sexbomb Girls

DOTC Assistant Secretary Dante Lantin

Mel Aquino and Louise Bolton

Suzuki’s Noel Villapando and Mel Aquino of Ropali Motorcycles at the start of the Road Safety Lesson

Mel Aquino shows how to properly grip the brake levers

Team Suzuki Pilipinas demonstrates how to sit straight and properly on a motorcycle

Mel Aquino as he demonstrates different types of braking and how to properly use them

Yolanda survivors AH26 Riders together with ASec Dante Lantin

Steaming hot performance from Sexbomb Louise Bolton and her group

Guinness World Records official Richard Stenning with yours truly

Ropali launched its newest brand ambassador during the Contract Signing plus Meet & Greet with Jaime Dempsey last May 28, 2015 at the Ropali Classics.

Jaime Dempsey, the host of History Channel’s hit show Ride N’ Seek, is now the face of Ropali Motorcycles in line with its recent undertaking as a sponsor of the program’s third season which showcases the Philippines. The launch was well-attended by local riders and personalities who were excited to meet and take photos with Jaime.

Ride N’ Seek is the popular motorcycle travel documentary that takes viewers on the most electrifying excursions in different locales. The program’s upcoming season puts the spotlight on the Philippines, with Jaime travelling the country’s most intriguing locations on her local official rides from Ropali – Ural and Kymco motorcycles.

The new season of History Channel’s Ride N’ Seek premiers August 22 and airs every Saturday at 10PM thereafter.

HISTORY™ is available on SKYCable Ch. 67; Cable Link Ch. 44; Dream Satellite Ch. 30; Destiny Cable Ch. 57 and Cignal Ch. 125.

Ropali Corporation was founded on May 12, 1975 as a retailer of agricultural machinery. The company has since transitioned into motorcycle retail and now operates over 124 stores across the Philippines.

Our media friends from Inside Racing The Pinoy Rider Erik Gatmaitan and Al Camba, the Turban Rider Telly Buhay, Jun Mirasol and Juver Mirasol

Fans waiting in queue for a moment with Jaime

Spike ran out of English words during his moment with Jaime (pun intended)

Jaime signing the Kymco Xciting 400i

Jaime with the Like Owners Society

Look at those gorgeous bikes outside!

Yours truly on an Italjet DiablOne e-bike

SM City Cebu, Cebu City; May 19-25, 2015– Honda Philippines Inc. had unveiled the Honda Click 125i, the 1st of its kind in the Philippines powered by the Honda Smart Technology. Under the melting hot sun, warmness and excitement filled tons and tons of Cebuanos who joined the event which lasted for two days. These people have specifically experienced a very satisfying ride as they get the full chance of test riding Honda Click 125i and two of other Honda’s automatic model—the Beat 110 and Zoomer-X.

Honda has always been known of sharing its bounty, thus guests and enthusiasts were given top of the notch entertainment, freebies, foods, and other refreshments. After the day has long passed, nevertheless Honda still had the energy to make the best out of the night at SM Cebu. Once again, a very cool host started heaving prizes and games alongside Yuri of GMA comedians which certainly made the crowd go crazy with laughter and entertainment. Amid the hilarity and amusement, HPI launched the most awaited Honda Click 125i thru Honda Motorcycle Sales Coordinator  Mr. Cristian Vincoy, introducing its magnificence from design to safety to world renowned technology. Everyone thought the night is over, until Cueshe’ entered the scene and serenaded the ground with a deepest performance that is truly for Cebuanos. The amusement and games ended, yet HPI still extended its stay at Cebu also, via the One week of Motorcycle Mall Display in SM City Cebu for the people’s familiarity and accessibility of the unit, where queries can immediately be responded by  Honda Dealer Partners from Cebu City. Well loved by every Filipino customer, Honda Click 125i is the evolution of Scooters. And that is Honda – The Power of Dreams.

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Granstar Motors is pleased to announce its Mid Year Apparel Sale.

Up to 30% Off on all Alpinestars and Husqvarna Apparel for the entire month of June!

Great deal for a great brand!

Radio Republic will be holding the first ever Biker Build Off  during the Moto Builds Pilipinas Moto Trade Show this coming June 13-14 at the Tiendesitas Trade Hall.

Meet the builders who will be competing in the Biker Build Off.

The KTM Super Adventure 1290.

Now available at KTM Manila.
218 Katipunan Ave., Brgy. Blue Ridge A, Quezon City.
Telephone Numbers: (632) 696-1949 /  (632) 696 – 1951

Meet the builders: Jimmy and Bong of Hardcore Brothers

Moto Builds Pilipinas Moto Trade Fair and Biker Build-off! Tiendesitas Trade Hall, June 13-14, 2015.

Yamaha Motor Philippines Inc. proudly announced the arrival of their newest motorcycle and scooter lineup in the Yamaha Dealers Summit held last June 5, 2015 at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza, encompassing Yamaha’s plan for the next several years, a new engine technology known as the Blue Core, the introduction of Yamaha’s big bikes in the Philippines and the existing underbone and scooters got not just a facelift but is now loaded with the latest Yamaha motorcycle technology that is sure to create a more intense market competition.

Now that the Yamaha big bikes are already here, riders and racers now has access to the race-bred Yamaha R1 that is guaranteed to challenge the European bikes currently dominating the Philippine Superbike grid in numbers.  Arriving also is the Yamaha R6 and R3, perfect for the middleweight and entry-level race categories.  Another one of Yamaha’s big guns that is set to arrive is the Super Tenere, it is an 1199-cc parallel twin adventure bike that is packed with the latest technology and electronics such as traction control, the Yamaha Chip-Controlled Throttle, ABS/UBS, adjustable seat height and wind shield, and tunable front and rear suspension.  The 847-cc naked MT-09, the 942-cc Bolt cruiser, and the 530-cc Tmax maxi-scooter are also going to be released soon in the Philippine market.

Scooter fans will be upgrading soon with the new Mio Soul i125, the Mio i125, and the Fino i.  Underbone enthusiasts also has something to look forward to in the future as Yamaha is due to crown a new “King”.  At the end of the night, everybody was treated to a sumptuous dinner while listening to good music and new Yamaha bikes added to their wish lists.

The Yamaha Motor Show held from June 4 to June 7 at the SM Mall of Asia Atrium was a rousing success. Several new models were launched last Saturday, June 6, during the media preview. The Mio and Mio Soul with Blue Core Technology. The new Sniper 150. The TMax’s little brother the NMax 150. And the much awaited R3. These along with the previously introduced Big Bikes makes this year an exciting one for Yamaha. Great job guys!!!

Meet the builders: Robby Malapitan of Anghel ng Lansangan

Moto Builds Pilipinas Moto Trade Fair and Biker Build-off! Tiendesitas Trade Hall, June 13-14, 2015.