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The reason AHM did not change the design and engine of the New Honda Vario 125 (2026 guide)

 The reason AHM did not change the design and engine of the New Honda Vario 125 Modification Honda Vario 125 does not represent consumer expectations. The revisions made only minor updates to the design and the addition of features for the highest variant. Not a few hope that the Vario 125 will also find a design similar to its older brother Vario 160. Consumers also expect the use of an eSP + 4 valve engine and a revised eSAF type chassis. In this regard, according to As Large Project Leader From Honda R&D South East Asia Co., Ltd, Sompong Sureechairattanakul, the development of the New Honda Vario 125 is based on consumer needs and demands. The results of internal research obtained state that the core design and old engine of this model are still needed by consumers. "For the Vario 125 model, it was developed from the desires and needs of consumers. So why is it maintained, once again because it is considered sufficient for daily and urban use," he said during a vir...

this is the difference between eSP and eSP + (2026 guide)

 this is the difference between eSP and eSP + Enhanced Smart Power (eSP) technology is available in all Honda scooters. Beat, who introduced it for the first time in 2013. The manufacturer claims, this technology is able to increase combustion efficiency and reduce wasted energy. So that the automatic motor becomes more fuel efficient, the engine is smoother and produces better power. While eSP + is now installed on the PCX160. Check out the difference. The following are the components contained in eSP technology: This is the difference between eSP and eSP + ACG Starter Technology that serves to reduce friction so that the engine starts more smoothly without sound. It also supports the ISS (Idling Stop System) feature function. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Kn...

Can penetrate 20.5 km / liter, this is the key to the efficiency of the Peugeot 2008 (2026 guide)

 Can penetrate 20.5 km / liter, this is the key to the efficiency of the Peugeot 2008 Peugeot 2008 plays in the compact SUV class at the level of the Honda HR-V RS. Currently sold for IDR 505 million on the road in Jakarta, which means it is cheaper than its rivals (HR-V RS Turbo IDR 515.9 million). Certainly an attractive offer from a premium brand from Europe. In addition to looks and technology, the selling point offered is fuel efficiency. One of the testers has recorded gasoline consumption touching 20.5 kilometers for one liter. This result is done when the car is driving constant on the freeway. However, this figure cannot be used as a reference. Because the driving style and how to maintain the rhythm of the vehicle (engine speed) varies from person to person. The heart of the Peugeot 2008 has a 1.2 liter turbo Puretech three-cylinder fuel volume. The results of the internal combustion engine provide a power boost of 130 PS at 5,500 rpm and an abundant torque of 230 Nm ...

Yamaha R15 V4 vs Honda CBR150R Complete Comparison, Which One is Worth Buying?

 Yamaha R15 V4 vs Honda CBR150R Complete Comparison, Which One is Worth Buying? Yamaha answered the challenge of the Honda CBR150R by launching the R15 V4. Now, the latest generation of Yamaha's entry-level sports bikes has been caught making major changes in the exterior sector and supporting features. With all the revisions taking place in the R15 arguably brings a new standard for the 150 cc class full fairing bike. Comes with 2 variants, this bike is sold with a price tag of IDR 38.9 million for the V4 Connected variant (standard) and IDR 43.5 million for the M Connected ABS option. From the pricing set by YIMM, the R15's price tag is now more expensive than the Honda CBR150R. It is possible that the manufacturer is confident because the standard version can also be changed in the display until it is injected with the new Y-Connect feature. And it doesn't feel wrong to call the R15 the pioneer of the most advanced motor in its class. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Ti...

Here Are the Dirt Bike Options for Those Who Want to Upgrade

Here Are the Dirt Bike Options for Those Who Want to Upgrade  The Indonesian automotive market turned out to provide quite a large selection of dirt bikes. Iron horses of this breed are in great demand because they have a dashing look. The performance in devouring difficult terrain is unquestionable. Because in general, you use dual-purpose tires and are supported by long legs. For beginners, the most popular is the 150 cc class. The choice also varies as many manufacturers provide their dirt bike products. But if you want even more promising performance, you can choose a trail with a capacity of 250 cc. That model is perfect for those who want to move up a grade. In Indonesia there are three Japanese manufacturers that offer dirt rake motors in the middle class, here are the options. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA...

Yamaha Fazzio MotoGP Motorcycle Edition Fabio Quartararo (2026)

 Yamaha Fazzio MotoGP Motorcycle Edition Fabio Quartararo The official Yamaha SBW dealer presents Yamaha Fazzio with a choice of colors and graphics in the style of Fabio Quartararo's MotoGP motorbike. With this touch, Fazzio looks more sporty and racy, which of course will provoke the interest of MotoGP fans to ask for his hand. In terms of appearance, this Fazzio Quartararo edition uses a color combination that is identical to the Yamaha YZR-M1 2022 MotoGP motorbike belonging to Monster Energy. The color is dominated by dark blue and black. The dark blue color spreads the headlamp, a little front tebeng area, a bit of the front fender area, and the body panels under the deck. The rest, the black color so dominates the retro-looking automatic motorbike. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips ...

New Honda CBR250RR Against New Yamaha R25 and Kawasaki Ninja 250 FI, Who is the Best?

 New Honda CBR250RR Against New Yamaha R25 and Kawasaki Ninja 250 FI, Who is the Best? The competition for 250 cc sport bikes is getting excited again after Astra Honda Motor (AHM) has refreshed the CBR250RR. Manufacturers provide updates in terms of design, engine to the legs sector. In addition to Honda, a quarter liter full fairing iron horse with a two-cylinder configuration is currently still filled by Yamaha R25 and Kawasaki Ninja 250 FI. If the three are compared according to the manufacturer's data, who is the best? Design Talking about design can't really be compared, it depends on everyone's perception and taste. Even so, all manufacturers give the best for their products. All three carry a sporty and aggressive design, but each has its own characteristics. On average, they have an all-round shape with firm lines all over their bodies. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United St...

AHM Recall Honda PCX and ADV160, Indicated Malfunction in CVT Components (2026 guide)

AHM Recall Honda PCX and ADV160, Indicated Malfunction in CVT Components  PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) wrote to several Honda PCX and ADV160 users to check and repair components at the official AHASS workshop. This can be called a recall campaign because AHM found a malfunction in the CVT components of the two scooters. Several owners of Honda PCX and ADV 160 received a letter from AHM with the theme Product Update. This information was first revealed through uploads on several Facebook community forums. The component repair and replacement activities are effective from September 2022. The part that needs to be checked and replaced is the Pulley Assy Drive. Indications of this component malfunction are said to have occurred on the Honda PCX and ADV160 because these two scooters indeed pack the same platform. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car...

HJC Releases New Sonic The Hedgehog Graphics for the RPHA 11 Series (2026 guide)

 HJC Helmet has come up with some pretty eccentric designs over the last few years. The product line up always gives a different feel. An example is in the RPHA 11 unit livery of several DC and Marvel themed super heroes. The latest South Korean helmet brand has released Sonic The Hedgehog graphics. One of the top helmet brands in the motorcycle industry is now partnering with Sega of America. The collaboration resulted in a unique design, featuring one of the biggest video game icons, Sonic the Hedgehog. This is not the first time that HJC has collaborated with a video game company. Previously, this South Korean brand made work with Activision and produced a helmet with the Call of Duty design. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Know BMW R 1250 GS vs Harley-Davids...

Because of this part, Honda PCX160 and ADV160 have to be recalled (2026 guide)

 Astra Honda Motor announced to Honda PCX160 and ADV160 owners to check parts at the nearest authorized dealer. This is due to a Product Update related to the replacement of Face Set Drive. This program is not fully addressed to all users of the two scooters, but only those who receive a summons. The letter that was distributed to consumers said it was face set driven, but on the body of the text it was written Pulley Assy, Driven. That means there are some components that need to be replaced. Our assumption of replacement includes the face set driven, double clutch and clutch bowl or a set of Secondary Sheave (Driven Pulley). So how does the rear CVT component work? Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Know BMW R 1250 GS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250: Ultimat...

DFSK Parent Company Changes Name to Seres Group (2026 guide)

 The success of Seres as one of the EV vehicle brands belonging to the Sokon Group continues to increase, especially in terms of sales in China. This popularity finally decided to change the name Sokon Group to Seres Group and oversee a number of automotive brands DFSK and Seres itself. Currently, Seres has collaborated with Huawei to develop premium electric vehicles in China and several other countries outside China. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Know BMW R 1250 GS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250: Ultimate USA Adventure Bike Comparison (2026 Guide) The collaboration between Seres and Huawei has actually existed since last year when it introduced its first electric car, the Seres SF5 in China. In addition, Seres was also able to sell 7,807 vehicles in Jul...

Honda Hornet Engine Details Revealed, Use Unicam 755 cc (2026 guide)

 Honda has announced that the Hornet is getting an all-new engine. Use the Unicam 8-valve Parallel-Twin 755 cc engine. It is claimed to have an output of 90.5 hp at 9,500 rpm and 75 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm. It has a 270-degree burn sequence and the sound character it produces mimics that of the V-Twin engine. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Know BMW R 1250 GS vs Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250: Ultimate USA Adventure Bike Comparison (2026 Guide) Last year Honda revealed a teaser drawing the Hornet Concept. The manufacturer released that model to revive the popular mid-range nude streetfighter. The prototype unit at that time was still in the form of sculptures and was done in detail by computers. The language expressed in the artwork is only about "ultramode...

New Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Born in Europe, Use Renault's Platform

 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation introduced the Mitsubishi ASX or better known as the RVR and the Outlander Sport in several countries. This update targets the European compact SUV segment and the presence of the ASX has started since 2010. Interestingly, the model introduced uses the product base of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. The platform uses the CMF-B model which had previously been developed by Renault through the Captur product. Based on Mitsubishi's official release, it was revealed that the latest ASX products will be produced at the Renault factory in Valladolid Spain and will be present in March 2023 at Mitsubishi showrooms in several European markets. The latest ASX makes the impression of Mitsubishi products disappear a little. However, Mitsubishi ensures that distinctive designs such as the Dynamic Shield are still given. This can be seen from the thick grille design with the iconic three large diamond logo on the front. In addition, the smooth design li...

Kawasaki Partners with Toyota to Develop Hydrogen Engine (2026 guide)

 Kawasaki Motors Corp. cooperates with Toyota Motor Corp. The partnership was carried out for the development of a hydrogen engine. While moving forward with the commercialization of green vehicles, Toyota aims to share data and concerns with the motorcycle industry. According to the world's largest automaker, this is a move that is believed to accelerate the development of hydrogen engines for vehicles.  Toyota has been one of the most pro-active manufacturers with regard to the development of future sustainable alternatives to ICE, including hybrid and electric technologies. And now manufacturers are also forging ahead with innovations in hydrogen power. While Kawasaki stands out from its competitors for investing in hydrogen technology. It has emphasized its commitment by joining forces with Toyota to pool resources and develop hydrogen engines for future motorcycles. The deal with Toyota offered Kawasaki many advantages. At least the giant car company is already at a ...

5 Cheapest Cars Using Panoramic Roof Or Sunroof

 The sunroof or panoramic roof feature in Indonesia, usually only found in luxury cars or European cars. Understandably, in Europe the sunroof is no longer a luxury feature and can be found in almost every car. Yup, in Europe, there are kia Picanto city cars that only use a sunroof. However, lately there have been several non-luxury cars in Indonesia that use sunroofs. Even the cheapest new car in Indonesia that uses a sunroof, is sold with prices starting from Only Rp. 300 million. Some Japanese and Korean manufacturers have also begun to dare to install sunroofs for their medium-sized cars in Indonesia. There are also those of the panoramic type. Here we explain five cheap cars in Indonesia that already use sunroofs. Read Also :  Smart Automotive Tips to Save Money on Car Repairs in America Beginner’s Guide to Car Ownership in the United States Top Automotive Tips to Extend Your Car’s Lifespan in the USA Essential Car Maintenance Tips Every U.S. Driver Should Know BMW R ...