This is what the future of the motorcycle industry might look like
Sales from Q1 doubled after Q2
Motorcycle brands have shown a strong outing so far this year in terms of sales. During the first quarter of 2023, the 'Big 4' Japanese companies sold a total of 447,429 bikes from January to March, which was just 3,500
Good for a 16.7% year-on-year increase
Motorcycles just continue to sell well here in our market. The Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association (MDPPA) has just shared that there was a 16.7% year-on-year increase in motorcycle sales for Q1 among its members Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and
As seen in several hit movies
Do you remember that old Kawasaki commercial in the late 2000s? The one with the iconic line, "Are you bold enough to ride a Kawasaki?" Anyone who's old enough to remember that commercial also knows the most appealing aspects of a
For improved performance on various road conditions
The Ninja 650 and Z650 are arguably two of the most popular and powerful models in the Kawasaki lineup. That said, the Japanese motorcycle marque doesn't seem content with these bikes just yet, as it has now rolled out some performance-
Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki will also axe several models by the end of 2022
Japan continues to heighten its emission standards as the automotive and motorcycle industries start to go electric. The transition, however, will inevitably come at a cost.Motorcycle manufacturers will have to give up on some of their gas-powered models. According to
Perfect for those eyeing a motorcycle but are on a tight budget
Let's face it: Entry-level scooters are still pricey, at least when you compare them with other budget-friendly underbones and backbones.While there are a lot of affordable scooters out there, the pickings get slimmer when you limit the budget
All figures are based on manufacturer data
Fuel prices just keep going up, and at this point, we're sure a lot of you are starting to look at alternatives that can help you ditch your cars entirely.Of course, the first transport alternative that comes to mind would
Just over a month after his retirement from F1
Just over a month after Kimi Raikkonen called time on his Formula 1 career and drove off into the sunset, the Finn is gainfully employed again. Only now it's in motocross.Kimi has long been into this avenue of motorsport-having
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What would you add to this list?
This year has been a big one for the local motorcycle industry. Apart from the introduction of new models, sales are also up from the year prior, particularly for the top four brands. We know 2022 has the potential to be just
The Versys 650 also gets a few updates
Kawasaki has made a few big announcements at the Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori (EICMA) 2021, and it includes significant updates to the Ninja H2 SX, the Ninja H2 SX SE, and the Versys 650.The Ninjas here have been equipped
As befits an expressway-legal bike
A favorite among budget-minded riders looking to hit the tollways, the Kawasaki Bajaj Dominar 400 is a solid, affordable way to dip your toes into big-bike ownership. Initially brought into the Philippine market in 2018, the Dominar will be getting
It fits the retro look very nicely
Kawasaki has recently been catering to the retro crowd with the newly unveiled Z900RS SE and Z650RS. Those who want something even more classic will be pleased to know that Team Green has updated the W800 for 2022 with a fresh color
Don’t want any bells and whistles? Step right this way
A couple of years back, Kawasaki's range-topping adventure touring bike, the Versys 1000, got a major overhaul with sharp new styling and a ton of electronic features. For 2022, the liter-class model receives some minor updates and a new
What do you think of that price tag?
Rejoice, naked-bike fans. Kawasaki Motors Philippines has finally decided to bring in the Z900, which features a potent in-line-four engine, sharp 'Sugomi' styling, and Kawasaki's current-gen tech. This mean, green naked machine is sure to have lots
It has plans to introduce at least 10 new electric models by 2025
It's not just automakers going electric these days. Even motorcycle manufacturers are going down the same route. Kawasaki, for example, has just revealed its plans to achieve carbon neutrality in the future.One of the biggest steps it will be taking
Even the paintwork is a throwback to a classic Kawasaki bike
If you thought that the bike Kawasaki had been teasing recently was the Z650RS, then you guessed right. The covers are finally off: The Japanese brand's 'Retrovolution' and the accompanying bike can now be seen in all of its modern classic
Small displacement, big attitude
A couple of years ago, the Philippine market saw the arrival of the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL and Z250SL. These two were once great entry points to the brand's Ninja and Z motorcycle lines, but alas, they've since been phased out
Gundam vibes
If Kawasaki's signature lime green paint job is too Power Ranger for your taste, then the latest color option for the 2022 Z650 is probably right up your alley.Dubbed 'Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray,' this classy white scheme
Inspired by the OG Z1’s ‘Yellow Ball’ paint scheme
In case Wiz Khalifa hasn't convinced you that black and yellow make a good combo, then Kawasaki's latest special edition bike probably will. Meet the 2022 Z900 RS SE, an updated version of Team Green's popular retro roadster.Its
The RS200 is priced at P133,900, while the NS200 at P116,000
The Rouser, a product of Kawasaki and Bajaj's partnership, has established itself as an affordable and reliable choice for Filipino riders in the market for a sporty-looking commuter motorcycle. At the top of this model range are the Kawasaki Rouser
