Demak Skyline GT 250

    Due to successful of previous model, the Skyline 200, now Demak launching latest model, the Skyline GT 250 and Dart DTX 250 (find more about Dart DTX 250 HERE). The face lift and design are very close to previous model, the Skyline 200. But, this comes with 250 cc engine, more horsepower, and Oil Cooling Engine System (Previous one are using air cooling). For more, let see the quick spec of this bike.

Specifications of SKYLINE GT 250 Motorcycle

DIMENSION
Overall Length 2020 mm
Overall Width 710 mm
Overall Height 1070 mm
Wheelbase 1340 mm
Min. Ground Clearance 150 mm
Seat Height 810mm
Kerb Weight 145 Kg

ENGINE And Transmission
Engine Type 4-Stroke, SOHC, Air & Oil Cooled Vertical Engine
No. of Cylinder 1
Cylinder Bore 66.5mm
Stroke 66.2mm
Displacement 250cc
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Maximum Power 12kW /7500rpm
Maximum Torque 17N.m /6500rpm
Carburetor Shengwei PZ30
Air Cleaner Paper Core
Starter System Electric and Kick
Idle Speed 1500± 100rpm
Clutch Wet multi-plate type
Transmission & Gear Shift Pattern 6-speed (1 Down 5 Up)
Primary Reduction Ratio 3.091
Final Reduction Ratio 3.230
Gear Ratio of 1st gear 3.083
Gear Ratio of 2nd gear 2.063
Gear Ratio of 3rd gear 1.450
Gear Ratio of 4th gear 1.130
Gear Ratio of 5th gear 0.957
Gear Ratio of 6th gear 0.815
Drive Chain Zhenghe 520Hs-110 knobs

CHASSIS
Front Shock: Absorber Oil Damped Telescopic Fork
Rear Shock: Absorber Swing Arm Type Monoshock
Front Shock: Absorber Stroke 110.5mm
Steering Angle: (Left & Right) 44°
Front Brake: Disc Brake
Rear Brake: Disc Brake
Front Tyre Size: 110/70-17
Rear Tyre Size :130/70-17
Electrical
Ignition Type: C.D.I
Ignition Timing: 10°±1.5°@ rpm
Spark Plug: NGK
Battery: 12V9AH
Fuse: 15A-250v
Headlight: 12V 35/35W
Brake Light / Taillight: LED12V0.5 /0.8W
Turn Signal Light: LED 12V0.5 W

Capacity
Fuel Tank:  13.0 L
Front Fork Oil:  180 ml
Engine Oil: 1.3 L

          As you can see, the successful of Malaysia bike brings more R&D, and keep improving from time to time. TO me, these Malaysian bikes are ready to compete with others world brand bike on its class. Many people said this Skyline is a duplicate from a combination Kawasaki Z800 and Ducati Paniegale, but now we know there is originality on this Skyline. People don't call it Kawasaki anymore. They know that this is Skyline.More people know about this brand.

    To me,this is one of the best bike for starter. You can use it for both weekend ride or daily use. The maintenance are goo, fuel consumption not good as Yamaha Fz 150 / M-Slaz 150. But the price is good. You can get this bike with below Rm 10,000.00 budget. On mudah.my, the price featured are RM 9,688.00. Its introduced on March 2016, but took place at market on April 2016. Good luck, guys.

Demak Dart DXT 250

     Introducing the brand new Demak model; The Dart DXT 250. Unlike previous model of Skyline 200 this Dart DXT 250 are really close to KTM Duke 200. This model introduced late March 2016, and haven't placed in Malaysian Market yet. Unlike the, Skyline GT 250 also introduced at same time, but entered Malaysian Market on early April 2016. Maybe we should wait a bit more about this bike.

(Yupz, no doubt. This 10 L fuel tank really look like Duke 200)

Here we go for a specification of this Demak Skyline

1. Dimension
   
   Overall Length               : 2010 mm
   Overall Width:               : 865 mm
   Overall Height:              : 1105 mm
   Wheelbase                     : 1360 mm
   Min. Ground Clearance   : 200 mm
   Seat Height                   : 785 mm
   Dry Weight                    : 133 Kg
   
   
   
2. Engine
   
   Engine Type             : 4-Stroke, SOHC, Air & Oil Cooled Vertical Engine
   No. of Cylinder:       : 1
   Cylinder Bore           : 65.5 mm
   Stroke                     : 66.2 mm
   Displacement           : 250 cc
   Compression Ratio  : 9.0:1
   Maximum Power     : 12 Kw / 7500 rpm
   Maximum Torque    :17 N.m / 6000rpm
   Carburetor              : PZ30
   Air Cleaner             : Paper Core Filter type
   Starter:                  : Electric
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. Transmission
   
   Clutch Wet                      : Multi-plate type
   Transmission and             : 6-speed (1 Down 5 Up)
   Gear Shift Pattern
   Primary Reduction Ratio   : 3.091
   Final Reduction Ratio       : 3.231
   Gear Ratio of 1st gear      : 3.083
   Gear Ratio of 2nd gear     : 2.063
   Gear Ratio of 3rd gear      : 1.450
   Gear Ratio of 4th gear      : 1.130
   Gear Ratio of 5th gear      : 0.957
   Drive Chain                      : 520#
   
   
   
   
   
4. Chassis
   
   Front Shock Absorber                : Upside down Oil Damped Telescopic Fork
   Rear Shock Absorber                 : Swing Arm Type Monoshock
   Front Shock Absorber  Stroke    : 140 mm
   Steering Angle (Left & Right )   : 34°
   Front Brake                              : Disc Brake
   Rear Brake                               : Disc Brake
   Front Tyre Size                         : 110/70-17
   Rear Tyre Size                          : 150/60-17
   
   
   
   
   
5. Electrical
   
   Ignition Type    : C.D.I
   Ignition Timing : 15±2 (1500r/min)
   Spark Plug        : NGK D8EA
   Battery             : 12V 9Ah
   Fuse                 : 10A
   Headlight         :  12V 35/55W
   Brake and Taillight  : 12V 21/5W
   Turn Signal Light     : 12V 10W
   
   
   
   
   
6. Capacity
   
   Fuel Tank  :10 L
   Engine Oil :1300 ml
   Front Fork Oil :370 ml
   
   
   
   
   
   
          So far, previous model of Demak like DZM 200 and Skyline 200 give really good impression and very good sale. Even though this look a lot to Duke 200, but there is something inside this bike that you won't feel the same with others bike. Can't wait to see this bike hit the road.
   

REVIEW KTM RC 200 : City Performance

   Welcome to April! Happy GST everyone. Too bad its wasn't April's Fool right? Its okey. The good part is the price of new motorcycle decreased. So you can have more choices to do if you planning getting a new bike. Talking about new bike, I will give you a review about KTM RC200. So those who planned to purchasing this bike soon.

(The Official Poster For KTM RC200)

     That is one hell have great bike. Before your purchasing this bike, I will give you a quick info about the specifications first. This KTM RC 200 is a single cylinder engine, four stroke engine system and liquid cooled. with engine displacement of 200 cc, KTM RC 200 produces at least 25 horse power. A quite fast to me for 200 cc bike. By using electric starter ststem, this bike come with 6 speed of transmission. And one more, with dry weight of just 135.g kg, the full tank fuel for KTM RC 200 is just 10 litters.

      Alright, you know the spec, now we go for review. The owner for this bike is Hasrul. He works at MARA and I met him when I purchase his Grayfost helmet last year. He is the first KTM RC 200 owner that I met. So I test his bike for few minutes and here is my review result.

PRO

1. Good Bike for City Use
      This is the bike if you planning to purchasing a bike for daily use. Either you gonna us it to go work, or planning yourself to stuck at traffic jammed. 
2. Great Value For Money
       By the time its launched, the price is just RM 16,888.00. (Source: www.mudah.my) So this is the best price for full fairing bike.
3. Fuel Save
      Competed with RON 95 & RON 97, a full tank can have you to travel at least 400 km. So a full tank can holds for a week if you using this for daily use. 
4. Reliability
       KTM known for the quality. This bike is built in 2 days on the factory and can stand 10 years depends on how you maintain its.
5. Good For Beginner Bike
      A small bike and easy to ride with it. Either fast ride or you can enjoy riding slowly, enjoying the breeze while you travelling.
6. Super Light and Small Size Bike.
       KTM RC 200 is just a small bike compared to Kawasaki Ninja or Yamaha R25. But this small bike makes you easier to control especially on heavy traffic jammed.
7. Racing Spec For Daily Use.
        Not just for daily use, but this bike is complete with racing spec. In other words, either you can ride slowly, or you can go fast in highway. Just remember to be care full while riding fast.

CONS

1. Harder To DIY Maintenance
         One of the example is the battery's position. Located under the tank makes you gonna need extra hands to help you replacing battery.
2. Spare Parts Not Ready Stock
        KTM is not like Kawasaki and Yamaha. If you having problem of some parts, the you gonna need to wait for days to got the spare parts.
3. Too Small
        Too small for big guy. Even it suits for average heights of Malaysians riders, but if you are tall guy, this is not the bike for you.
4. Bad Loud Sound.
        This is only has single cylinder but the cylinder size is way too big. So you can hear a loud engine sound but not as good as V-Twin or 2 cylinders bike.

 

     So, how was my quick review? I hope I helped you giving some info and ideas before purchasing any bike. But for conclusion, this bike is real awesome, and if you are the beginner biker, this is the best learner bike. So that is all for today. Big thanks to Hassrul for allowing me reviewing his bike. Thanks to you for supporting my blog. Have a nice day people. 

     What? oh, the girl with bike? okey fine.. here you go..

Note: Great bike attracts great girls. Bare that in mind. Haha! 

Tips: Changing Engine Oil

      Now, most of us, the rider wants our bike to last like, forever. But, it takes maintenance to do that. We start with the basic. Changing the engine oil & filter for both air and oil filter. Motorcycle engine are smaller than car. Its complicated but its easier if you wish to DIY.
    Start with changing the engine oil. For those who using 4 Stroke engine, your engine oil must change it regularly. Most of people do it for every 4000 km, but i recommend you to change it in between 2000 km to 3000 km. Most engine oil are cheap. But keep it in mind, not all cheap is the good ones. So I recommend you for superbike engine, use Motul 10W40. Its not the best or the most expensive engine oil, but it will do. Of course other brand like Castrol or Repsol are good as well. Whats more important is the grade. Please pic 10w40 or better. Changing engine oil regularly and using better engine oil will expand your engine lifespan. Here are example for recommended engine oil.

(Motul are the most rider's choice. It said that Motul Engine Oil are suitable for most superbike or bike with large engine size)

(Beside Motul, Castrol also well-known product. It produce better acceleration and take care of your engine as well. But for some reasons, Castrol cost you more than other brand with same engine oil grade)

(Repsol are well-known for Honda Motorcycle.Its suitable for all Honda motorcycle but also can be use for other bike too. If you are using Honda, I recommend you to use Repsol.)

(Everyone knows about Shell. Not even just rider but everyone. This could be the cheapest engine oil that has 10w40 grade. So, if you running out budget, pick Shell instead.)

Why Changing Your Engine Oil?

1. If you do only one thing for you motorcycle and get the shop to do anything else, well changing the engine oil will be the one.
2. Engine oil is like life blood for any vehicle in the world. It doesn't matter if you are using car, truck, motorcycle or even boat, as long its using engine to move.
3. For motorcycle, engine oil is the critical life of your motorcycle's life. Without engine oil, doesn't matter how old or new your bike is, it will seize and die in full pain.
4. Motorcycle are very hard compared to typical car. Its because motorcycle runs higher Revolutions Per Minutes, meaning parts are moving 100 times faster than in car, at hotter temperature and most oil and air are the only thing that keeps your engine cool from melting.
5. So again, do yourself a favor, change your engine oil regularly.      

What Use Of Engine Oil?

1. Simple to understand, its to makes your bike last longer.
2. Not only cools your engine,its also to prevent metal parts contact each other. Trust me, you won't that happens.
3. Since, metal on metal contact can cause  expensive damage to your engine (pistons, blocks and engine head).
4. Engine oil also improve acceleration on your motorcycle. Higher grades provides you smooth acceleration. For those who loves speed, use grade 5w40. This is the most expensive engine oil, but also the best. For who just want a long lifespan, just pick 10w40 instead.

How Often To Change The Motor ?

1. Some change their engine oil too often,some forget to change it at all.
2. Refer to your manual book. See how often recommended. let say it says every 3000 km of mileage, you should change your engine oil, the I say do it before you reach 3000 km of mileage. 2500 km is the better.
3. Changing too often is completely a waste since engine oil is non-renewable source. If you change engine oil once in a month, and mileage not reach 2000 km since last time you change your engine oil, you should change that.
4. Please change engine oil once you reached 2500 km of mileage and above. Or every 6 months.
5. Early change is better but not too soon. We, rider like to be green as well. Don't waste, but often check your engine oil.

Oil Filter and Air Filter

1. I would recommend you to change oil filter at the same time you change the engine oil. Don't ever wash and reuse the oil filter. Don't be cheap. its only cost you around RM10-RM20.
2. For air filter, some of it are washable and you can reuse it. But if you see the air filter has damage or you used it for a long time, just buy a new one. Cost you only around Rm20 but its ensure your engine healthy for a long time.

          So I hope that you could take care of your bike. Engine oil is really a blood to your motorcycle's life. If you not taking care of it, your bike will suffering pain and slowly die. It will cost you more money to fix it. So remember this basic tips. Its simple, but its important.

Kawasaki Ninja Z250SL (Mono) Naked Version

Hello everyone. This might a little late for the world, but its still new in Malaysia. Kawasaki z250SL is now available in market. I just notice it few days ago on mudah.my. Its has opening price as low as Rm16,000. This bike is a naked version for z250sl. Even she just a single cylinder but she could generates 27 horse powers! Amazing right. This bike is suitable for beginners, or those who wanted a bike bike to go work and adventure.

      Here's some specification that I can provide to you:

            ENGINE

• Displacement:249cc
• Engine: 4-stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
• Max Power: 27.62 BHP@9700 rpm
• Max Torque: 22.6 NM @8200 rpm
• Gears: 6 speed transmission
• Clutch: Wet multi-disc, Manual
• Bore: 72
• Stroke: 61.2
• Chassis Type: Diamond Tube
• Cooling System: Liquid Cooling

           DIMENSIONS

• Length : 2010 mm
• Width : 750 mm
• Height : 1025 mm

           SAFETY

• Suspension (Front) : 37 mm hydraulic (telescopic fork)
• Suspension (Rear) : Uni-Trak with aluminium linkage
• Brake (Front) : 290 mm Petal Disc, Disc Brake
• Brake (Rear) : 220 mm Petal Disc, Disc Brake
• Stand Alarm : YES

           OTHER FEATURES:

• Fuel Gauge : Digital
• Self-Start : YES
• Mileage Meter: Digital
• Trip Meter : Digital-2 
• Speed Meter : Digital
• Passenger Footrest: YES
• Step-Up Seat : YES
• Pass Light : YES
• Low Fuel Indicator : YES
• Low Oil Indicator : YES
• Low Battery Indicator : YES

          OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

• Weight: 148 kg
• Ground Clearance : 140mm
• Tank Capacity: 17 Litters
• Wheelbase: 140mm
• Headlamp: Halogen
• Wheel Type: Alloy
•  Wheel Size: 110/70 (Front) 140/70 (Rear)
• Battery Type: MF
• Colors : Black, Orange,& Green

(This Model featurings nice Digital Speedometer)

 (Last but not least, chicks with Superbike)

Image source:Google Image

     Conclusion, this Kawasaki Ninja Z250SL is new inovation that Kawasaki brings to our country motorsport. Z250SL is cheap, and affordable. Also, not to mention, she looks sooo beautyful and what you can get from this bike is a great feeling riding and cruising your town. Going to convoy also good idea since this bike can handle long distant of travelling. So, if you wanna get this bike, head to your local store now.