All-new Honda Monkey Concept appeared at the IMOS 2016

After some time ago we published a tiny motorbike Kawasaki Z125 Pro as one of the rivals of the tiny motorcycle figure on which displayed at the Honda's booth at the Indonesia Motorcycle Show (IMOS), 2016. 

Well on this occasion we also publish a similar tiny motorcycle concept called 'Honda Monkey Concept' made as a continuation of the sales success of Honda MSX 125 in Europe last year. This is what makes Honda so eager to make a continuation model by redesigning the MSX modern design combined with the classic style of the Honda Monkey.

Honda Monkey Concept at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fQrzJ)

Honda MSX or Grom, a Honda's motorcycle has a smaller size than a motorcycle in general, plus a stylish design makes it feel fun to drive. Honda tiny motorcycle concept retains classic design which could be seen at its rounded fuel tank. Then the seat also designed can accommodate one rider only.

Front three quarter of Honda Monkey Concept at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fQsJq)

What is interesting muffler has silincer just to the right seat. Though thick with a classic impression, but still there was a contemporary touch and so Honda Monkey Concept looks more modern. For example, in the headlamp sector in which the light components even though made rounded but already using the LEDs.

Left side view of Honda Monkey Concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fQsTg)

While in the engine, Honda Monkey Concept still holding the same machine to MSX is an air-cooled SOHC engine with a capacity of 125 cc. The power from the engine is channeled via the four-speed manual transmision system.

This cute motorcycle looks more handsome with a pair of upside down suspensions in front. While its rear suspention keep a pair and did not adopt the monoshock like on the Honda MSX. And the motorcycle concept used the tires measuring 120/80-12 and combined with disc braking system at front and rear wore the Nissin's 2 piston calipers at the front and one piston for the rear.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TRIBUN OTOMOTIF]

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A tiny monster of Kawasaki

Kawasaki Z125 Pro motorcycles have a unique look with supermoto style combines with small body and engine. This motorcycle carrying a fuel injection 4 stroke, 2 valves, SOHC, engine with a capacity of 125 cc, which is mated to a four speed manual transmission system.

Kawasaki Z125 Pro. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fQl4x)

In the global market, Kawasaki Z125 Pro has a competitor ie Honda MSX125 known as Honda Grom. This little motorcycles was interested in Indonesia. This makes the PT Kawasaki Motor Indonesia (KMI) as the brand holders agent of Kawasaki in Indonesia overwhelmed to meet demand.

Deputy Head of Sales and Promotion PT Kawasaki Motor Indonesia Michael Chandra Tanadi said, although rarely seen on the streets, but the interest of consumers against this tiny motorcycle outside his company expectations.

"For the Kawasaki Z125 Pro we are overwhelmed. Its stock is always empty at the dealership so it must be booked in advance or indent. Our target of 50 units per month, there are now at 100 units per month. Beyond expectations," said Michael, some time ago.

He considered, the Z125 Pro models is different from most motorcycles marketed in Indonesia. This provoked a special attraction. "People are interested in this bike because its model (different). The Z125 Pro consumers generally people who really enjoys the motorcycles, but because the bike comfortable to use, so many are used to daily. Most demand in Jakarta and Bandung," he added.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OKEZONE AUTOS]

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Honda CB500F in touch a Classic Café Racer

PT. Astra Honda Motor (AHM) is also displayed several modified motorcycles in the exhibition of Indonesia Motorcycle Show (IMOS) 2016. At least three motorcycles that have been shown, which is a type of sport CB500F and Vario 150 scooter and Beat. Of the three, the motorcycle with the most striking appearance at the Honda booth is CB500F.

A café racer styled Honda CB500F at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fNpfV)

With the concept of Techno café racer, Honda entrust the process to two Jakarta-based workshops, ie Baru Motor Sport (BMS) to modify the motorcycle and Tomi Airbrush to paint the whole body. The café racer style is identical to a typical seat.

Left side view of Honda CB500F café racer at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fNq78)

The back is curved and used clamp handlebar like the racing motorcycle bygone era, that also applied to the Honda sport bike.

In order to reinforce the concept that it has, then also some custom devices embedded in the body such as the back frame, rear body plate, front fender plate, side body plate, leather upholstery, and double muffler.

Right side view of Honda CB500F café racer at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fNqQK)

Although the concept of the old bike but touches on this bike was more modern. It looks at the headlights already use LEDs, Termignoni speedometer, LED taillights, upside down suspension taken of the CBR1000RR, and so on.

Rear side view of Honda CB500F café racer at the IMOS 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fNqQK)

However, there is no change in the engine that still rely on a 4 stroke, 8 valve engine with a capacity of 471 cc, which is capable of producing the power up to 35 kW at 8,500 rpm and peak torque of 43 nm at 7,000 rpm. Those power is channeled to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OKE ZONE-AUTOS]

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The Verificacao by Queen Lekha Chopper

Of the many contestants of the Kustomfest 2016 which was held in October 8-9, 2016, 'The Verificacao' of Queen Lekha Chopper (QLC) became one of the most attracted the event's visitors.

The design of Yamaha XS650 engined motorcycle was simple and carried a typical traditional classic chopper with amazing details. So naturally if the highest award in Japan Chopper and Bobber class successfully achieved. And according to QLC owner Agung Satria, it took time about six months to build this bike and really prepared to perform at the Kustomfest 2016.

The Verificacao by Queen Lekha Chopper at the Kustomfest 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1f6MkP)

"Initially, motorcycle owners want to build of a British motorcycle, due to the components are mainly machinery is not available and hard to find, finally we turn to Japanese motorcycles. We built by using the 1977 Yamaha XS650 engine," said Yaya, as he usually addressed.

After that the work on the motorcycle is started and as if a race against time given the timing of the Yogyakarta's motorcycle festival event approaching (6 months). Fortunately, the machine acquired was in a healthy condition. So that they stay focused on the frame making of 4 mm seamless pipe.

Front three quarter of the Verificacao by Queen Lekha Chopper at the Kustomfest 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1f6MkP)

According to the concept, the stern designed hardtail or rigid, while its springer front fork made with a slope angle of 28º. And the fork itself use solid iron material which is then layered with chrome by the builder who had opened the garage from 2011 ago.

Here are several detailed pictures of the Verificacao. (All pictures taken from: http://adf.ly/1f6MkP)

What is unique is the design of the tank as well as the rear fender, looked layered with a grating that is on the inside. Details, this grid whitewashed with dark color, contrast with the matte black tank that sprinkled by glitter.

Rear three quarter of the Verificacao by Queen Lekha Chopper at the Kustomfest 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1f6MkP)

"To make it look nicer, the seat designed like a thin triangle, small at the front and wide at the bottom," explained the owner of the garage located in the Green House residential complex, Karangkajen Mergasan, Yogjakarta.

The details of Cahaya Prayoga motorcycle used a clear handlebars without any handle. Mechanism of throttle shells were also made detail, recycle of manual hand drill. Uniquely the tip of exhaust instead taken from the pipe connections. After all chrome plated, so it looks fancy is not it?

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OTOMOTIFNET]

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Unravel the puzzle of magical architectural sites in Tondowongso

An ancient constructions with magical architecture found in the Tondowongso, Gayam village, Gurah subdistrict, Kediri. Now, the archaeologists of the Yogyakarta Archaeological Center (Balai Arkeologi Yogyakarta) is conducting in-depth researchs. The structure was discovered in late 2006 by the local residents when they digging the soil for land fill and making bricks.

The first phase of the research on the structure has been done in 2007 to 2014 ago. And on October 10 to 23, 2016, a team of archaeologists led by Sugeng Riyanto is conducting the second phase of research.

The Tondowongso structure. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ezmjO)

"However, further research seeks to uncover portions of the sacred complex," Sugeng said when met on the sidelines of excavation on Wednesday, October 19, 2016. The goal is to unravel the story of the site that is now full of riddles.

The structure is expected to cover an area of ​​land covering an area of ​​120-120 meters was said to be magical because of the plan and the architecture. The barriers that exist in it form a room measuring 3 x 3 meters, so there are 9 fields. If the assumptions drawn on the second area measuring of ​​350 meters x 300 meters, then the number of field-space gained is 81.

In the context of a religious symbol, the number of plan-field is similar to the Vastu Purusha Mandala concept, a magical architectural concept in Hinduism. The Hinduism building complex built with this concept that in order to prevent the anger of Vastu Purusha, the giant created by Brahma.

A worker cleans a structural part of the Tondowongso site in Kediri, East Java. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ezmjO)

Once upon a time, the giant is growing fast, furious, and devoured everything on Earth. Another god killed him but Brahma make him immortal. Beside, the Vastu Purusha Mandala being the answer to preventing the giant anger also consider other aspects of the cosmos, especially energy.

Part of the magnificent sites

Tondowongso structure had previously been studied by a team of Institute for Preservation of Cultural Heritage (Balai Pelestarian Cagar Budaya /BPCB) Mojokerto as well as the researchers from several universities. In a previous study came to the conclusion that the Tondowongso site has some similarities with the Temple Gurah structurally and statues.

The Temple Gurah is located 300 meters from the location of Tondowongso site and have been examined by an archaeologist in 1957 ago. The temple dating from the shift of the center of the kingdom from Central Java to East Java.

Because it has similarities with Temple Gurah, allegedly Tondowongso structure was also derived from the same period, precisely between Sindok reign (929 AD) to Kertajaya (1222 AD). Of carbon analysis revealed that the Tondowongso structure comes from 1006 AD. At that time, the king who ruled in Java is Dharmawangsa Tguh.

And the archaeologists believe that the Temple Gurah and Tondowongso structure equally the Hindu Shiva oriented not only from the same era, but are connected to one another. Both, together as one building allegedly as the gate located 300 meters from Tondowongso structure, which is a settlement complex of ancient Hindu.

Sugeng said the complex was really exotic although the conditions are no longer prime. In total, the area of ​​the complex is more than 12 hectares. Currently the Kediri district government has freed a land area of ​​1 hectare in Tondowongso so that the process of excavation can be done.

Suffered much

Not prime condition of the Tondowongso site is the result of the 'suffering' which experienced for thousands of years. The complex pass through various political dynamics, religious, to the dynamics of nature.

Approximately 1,000 years ago, Ken Arok conguered Kediri Kingdom. Because he came from a different dynasty and religious orientations. Ken Arok then moved the government from Daha to Tumapel. The king's religious conception further up to the offerings to the ancestors.

"It was an initial momentum where the complex began to suffer," said Sugeng Riyanto. Where originally the grand complex gradually but surely become less meaningful.

However, the most severe "suffering" experienced are due to natural factors. One of them is the eruption of Mount Kelud in 1334 AD as recorded in the great book of the Majapahit period titled Negarakertagama written by Mpu Prapanca. Volcanic material burying the site. Then afterward eruption that occurred in 1586 AD also adds to the problem.

Sugeng added, the Tondowongso site "suffering" also experienced when the Dutch government in the 15th century began to open up to the cane plantation to supply sugar to the country. They moved the river which was originally located in the north of the complex, which is then made to flow right into the middle of the complex to drain their cane land.

"That is why the structure that we found today, are broken or is not intact," said Sugeng who previously also reveal the existence of an ancient settlement in Liyangan, on the slopes of Mount Sindoro. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SAINS KOMPAS]

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A unique champion of Inspired 27

The figure of this bike looks very unique. Well, a Triumph Bonneville T120 650 cc owned by Uji Kuswanto. The custom bike called 'Inspired' can be considered radical. And in the hands of the Malang-based modifications garage called Inspired 27 was able to change completely the manufacturer initial design, without exception.

Triumph Bonneville T120 'Inspired' custom bike by Inspired 27 managed to grab the title as Best Custom Bike Show at the Kustomfest 2015. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ek6qo)

Also visible tidiness in the execution of modification of the bagger concept motorcycle carrying an engine capacity of 650 cc by combining a classic feel and the changes that lumpy handmade. So the result was even able to fool the eye if in fact this is an old motorbike.

The frame of motorcycle was full custom and made specifically with the model curve. Uniquely in the bottom and rear connection is not there any sector that is welded, but connected by using some screws at the middle between the bike's seat.

Uniqueness of Triumph Bonneville T120 'Inspired' custom bike also can be seen from the winding handmade exhaust models between its twin-head engine. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ek6qo)

By maintaining a vintage impression, used  the coil spring suspension models in front and rear to support its sturdy feet of the rims of TK 185-21, complete with the drum of Honda SR in front. While the rear wore the Yamaha RD drum.

Its fuel tank designed a quite slim which is then placed under the main frame. Another uniqueness is also can be seen from the winding handmade exhaust models between its twin-head engine.

With these performances it is not surprising if this custom built motorcycle was able to grab the title as Best Custom Bike Show at the Kustomfest 2015.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OTOMOTIF KOMPAS]

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A Tiger transformed into Five Dragons

In the Kustomfest 2016, one of the famous annual automotive modification contests in Indonesia, we can find hundreds of unique motorcycles and cars coming from various regions in Indonesia. One is a modified motorcycle called 'Naga Lima,' or Five Dragons.

The builder M. Yusuf Adib Mustofa ride along with the 2002 Honda Tiger 'Naga Lima.' (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ejvQ3)

The unique motorcycle was the work of PsychoEngine, a Purwokerto (Purbalingga)-based workshop got a lot of attention from visitors and the competition juror. Many people wondered if this bike is really able to function properly.

At glance, this bike is performing so unique and its modification style reflects the builder thinking is out of the box. How not, on this motorcycle pinned five cylinders radial engine at a time. Interestingly, the motorcycle was functioning well. 

2002 Honda Tiger 'Naga Lima' by PsychoEngine as Best of the Best Kustomfest 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ejqFP)

The motorbike built by took the base of 2002 Honda Tiger with multi wet transmission system. According to M. Jusuf Adib Mustofa workshop owner, he working on the motorcycle engine took a fairly long time, ie two years. Once done with the machine, then he continued with the motorcycle frames, which took almost two months.

Five cylinder engine pinned on the 2002 Honda Tiger 'Naga Lima' by PsychoEngine. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ejvvS)

The changes in engine capacity, thus making the motorcycle's sound becomes very fierce. Take a look the video below:
As a result, the appearance of a muscular motorcycle figure with the exhaust pipes look stretched along the body. Aesthetically also appealing, the engine is mated to the rigid frame and springer front suspension. While the unfinish color combination on the frame, some parts chromated and dark colors adopted on the fuel tank made it appear attractive. Well, the hard work of the builder paid off after the juror stated that Naga Lima was crowned as Best of the Best Kustomfest 2016. 

Right side view of 2002 Honda Tiger 'Naga Lima' by PsychoEngine. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ejpgx)

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Seeing the Kebo Bule, a lucky-draw custom chopper of the Kustomfest 2016

Many special treat is always given by the Kustomfest, to be enjoyed by the visitors of the annual event, including a lucky draw custom motorcycle made by Retro Classic Cycles.

In building a motorcycle specifically made for the luckiest visitor of the Kustomfest 2016, the Yogyakarta-based workshop Retro Classic Cycles is not just created of different engineering side, but on the detail concept also comes with a thought of an Indonesian cultural heritage background combined with the aspects of special technologies.

Kebo Bule or 'White Giant,' a lucky draw custom chopper bike of the Kustomfest 2016 made by Retro Classic Cycles. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ed2HM)

Lulut Wahyudi, the owner of Retro Classic Cycles who also the Kustomfest director were not exclusively explore the culture of Yogyakarta, but the richness of cultural heritage in various regions in Indonesia also adds the inspiration.

"The Kustomfest is a special event that combines the art and engineering in which all the fans come from all over Indonesia. This is where we devote all the notions, ideas and ability to design and build vehicles. This includes the background of our lucky draw custom motorcycle in the Kustomfest," he said further.

Now, the Paksi Naga Liman carriage of the Sultanate Kanoman created in the year 1350 Saka or 1428 AD by Prince Losari, which became a carriage of Sunan Gunung Jati of Cirebon as an inspiration for Lulut Wahyudi in designing a custom bike of Lucky Draw Kustomfest 2016 nicknamed Kebo Bule.

A traditional 'Mega Mendung' batik motif decorated nicely on the body of Kebo Bule chopper bike. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ed2PI)

"My long dreamy view details such as the carriage is different to the one that I had seen before. In those days it had been prominent in terms of technology that makes the carriage convenient, among others, about the construction of the wheel that takes into account the comfort of passengers," said Lulut.

Kebo Bule chopper bike powered by an American V-twin Sportster 2012. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1eebHz)

When he returned to Yogyakarta, with a relatively short time, only 30 days to build a custom motorcycle, Lulut gathering the inspiration from the Paksi Naga Liman carriage into the figure of custom motorcycle based of an American Traditional Old School Chopper combined with the Cirebon motifs nuanced.

"Why did I choose the traditional style of American chopper, because it was eternal and I would like to dedicate this special work in Kustomfest 2016 themed the 5th Reborn Legend and bring a lot of legends. And Retro Classic Cycles are always oriented to Yogyakarta, but whatever inspiration of Indonesian cultural heritage as well as the Cirebon motif is the evidence of our respect combined with the art of design in the world of custom motorcycles," he said.

Every detail ranging from the construction of the frame, handlebars election and riding position has been designed so that Kebo Bule which means 'White Giant' raises glamor and offers a strong blend between art and engineering.

"I have traveled the region in Indonesia and continue to study how the builder to design the bike and engineering process. through these Kebo Bule, I enhance what is obtained by taking into account all angles. For example, the blends of fork springer with the dimension of mini ape hanger handlebar to be a characteristic of the traditional chopper style but does not leave the side of ergonomic and comfort of handling," said Lulut.

Over selection of the Sportster engine, Lulut not necessarily apply to his rigid frame design. However, filled with art engineering that is directly aligned along Retro Classic Cycles handmade works, including the engine accessory of EMD.

In terms of painting, Lulut also now encourage a young painter named Titah Argayoga of Retro Syndicate Kustom Paint to explore his ability to be trusted work on the Kebo Bule painting, including the Mega Mendung batik motif.

Do You want to get these special custom bike? Please buy the ticket for Rp.50 thousand (or approx US. $3.89) only as your appreciation of the work of the nation at the JEC Hall from October 8 to 9, 2016.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins.... ••• [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OTOSIA | NAIK MOTOR]

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