Malaysian Top 7 Streetfighter Touring Bike

    Say.. You done riding 250cc bikes, and going to upgrading your bike into intermidiate class, like below 1000 cc. Well, Lucky for you I made a list of bike that loved by most Malaysian riders when it comes to touring bike. This time we focus on streetfighter a.k.a naked bikes. Here's the top 7 Malaysian Streetfighter Bike.

1. Kawasaki Z800

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    Whenever we talk about naked superbike, Kawasaki Z800 is the most favorite of Malaysian riders. This bike clearly won the market. We saw this bike almost everyday if you live and work at city. Kawasaki Z800 can be use for both daily use and weekend ride.Short distance or long, has no different for this bike.  This is the true Malaysian bike. Let's go to quick spec of this bike.

• Engine: DOHC 806cc, 4 inline, 112.8 horsepower @ 10,200 rpm, top speed 233 kph
• Fuel Capacity: 17.5 L
• Curb Weight: 213 kg
• Price: RM 49 900.00
• Pro: Reliable, Spare Parts are ready stock, great design
• Con: Too heavy. Even heavier than Kawasaki Z1000.

2. BMW F 700 GS

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       This BMW 700cc, F GS version gains more popularity than his brother, GS 800 and GS 1200. BMW F 700 GS an adventurer touring bike which cater perfectly to many bike enthusiasts in Malaysia, who  is want a dynamic performance of a sports bike, the adaptability of an enduro and yet providing comfort of a touring bike. Its a unique mix of high performance, innovative technology and safety.

• Engine: 698 cc two-cylinder, liquid cooled engine with electronic fuel injection, six-speed gearbox.
• 75 horsepower and 77 torque.
• Featured ABS.
• Price: RM 56 900.00
• Pro: Best for both long distance or off road
• Con: Even you may easily find spare parts, it's usually expensive,

3. Aprilia Shiver 750

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Well-known for appearance on movie Abducted starred by Taylor Lauthner, Aprilia Shiver 750 is meant to be for every biker, be it a beginner or an advanced rider. Should you be riding this ‘sexy lady’ around town, it’s smooth, comfortable and easy to control. The ‘ride by wire‘ is the biggest improvement of this bike, and the system is derived from the car world, so it’s tried and tested. From everyday use to a long distance ride trip or for the racetrack, the Aprilia Shiver 750 is completely at home in any situation, guaranteeing pure riding pleasure at all times!

• Engine: Liquid-cooled, four stroke, DOHC 4 valve
• Fuel system: Digital electronic, integrated with injection
• Displacement: 749 cc
• Max power: 95hp at 9,000rpm
• Max torque: 81Nm at 7,000rpm
• Fuel tank capacity: 15-liters
• Price: RM 37,000

4. Honda NC 700X

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• If superbike can go fast, Honda NC 700X can go anywhere. You can use this for long distance ride, an off road challenge, or even daily use to go work. This is a new crossover concept, catering for urban and off-road riding. The NC 700X offers a high standard of safety, comfort and agile performance of an off-road bike, yet easy and convenience like a street-bike.

• Engine: Liquid-cooled, SOHC 4 valve, parallel twin.
• Horsepower: 57 (Torque: 45)
• Fuel system: Digital fuel injection
• Displacement: 670 cc
• Max power: 51hp at 6,250rpm
• Max torque: 62Nm at 4,750rpm
• Fuel tank capacity: 14-liters
• Price: RM 53,000

5. Kawasaki Versys 650

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Kawasaki’s third-generation Versys 650 has grown into a serious entry-level sports tourer that is worth every sen it asks for. Despite all the upgrades that has been added, it is still perfect for the less experienced, as well as the veterans. However, due to the height of the bike, it is not suitable for small-sized individuals. On the brighter side, it is among the more powerful candidates in its class.

• Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel twin
• Displacement: 649cc
• Fueling: Fuel Injection
• Max power: 68hp at 8,500rpm
• Max torque: 64Nm at 7,000rpm
• Fuel capacity: 21-litres
• Price: RM38,369

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