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Can Harley-Davidson electrify Millennials?
Actually, this is a classic question — at least for me. Sometimes I wonder why Harley-Davidson never seems to take the obvious steps, like making motorcycles that people actually want. On one hand, I get it — they don’t want to lose their core market, and they’re pretty fierce about protecting it. Basically, you have to understand what Harley riders are like: a lot of them reject modernity and have pushed back hard whenever Harley tried to change things. And Harley has lost those fights before. They can’t really do much because those are their customers — the people they have to listen to.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
Motorcycle Storage Woes: Will Your Bike Start After Months of Inactivity?
Sometimes we question it. Like, when we’re busy with work and the motorcycle’s been sitting in the garage for months, the thought pops up: “Is my bike actually safe in there?” Especially for people living in four-season countries—most can only ride during the summer when the weather’s decent. The rest of the year, the bike just sits in storage.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
The Frustration of Speed Limits on Highways: Does it Make Sense?
Not everyone can drive fast, especially on toll roads. Speed limits are there to keep everyone safe. The main issue is that many people think driving fast is easy. Okay, in some ways it is, but not everyone has quick reflexes. If an accident happens, it can set off a chain reaction, and that’s dangerous.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
The Rise of Ineos: Is Ineos Capitalizing on Land Rover’s Pickup Absence?
This is actually an interesting topic. You see, JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) stopped production of the Land Rover Defender a while ago for some reason. There was another company trying to make a new Defender, though. Why? Well, the owner of that company really liked the Defender and was upset when it was discontinued, so he decided to make a new version. That's how the Grenadier came to be.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
Formula 1 Car Speed & Horsepower: How Fast Can These Beasts Really Go?
F1 cars race on over 20 different tracks worldwide, each with unique characteristics. This makes it tricky to pinpoint a single top speed. Some tracks have long straights where cars can really open up, while others have tighter corners and lower speed limits. Plus, teams constantly adjust the car’s setup—suspension, aerodynamics, and engine settings—to suit each track. So, while an F1 car can theoretically reach very high speeds, the actual top speed achieved varies greatly depending on the circuit.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
The Tesla Paradox: Why People Pay More for Less (Compared to Chinese EVs)
I sat in a Model 3 a few years ago during an exhibition. The salesperson said that I could try it, but I was not interested in EVs, especially Tesla; my focus was only on the car.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
The Demise of Manual Transmissions: Why Fewer Cars Have Stick Shifts
As far as I know, automatic transmission was the most expensive option you could add a few decades ago. From some old car brochures I read, at least automatic transmission added about 20–30% to the price of the car. Let’s say you bought a sedan for $5,000 in the 1960s. An automatic transmission costs more than $200. That was quite an expensive option, and not everyone liked it.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
eSAF: Putting Consumers at Risk — How a Leading Brand Failed
Honda Indonesia, or AHM, introduced the eSAF frame for its scooter lineup in Indonesia. The frame is said to be stronger and lighter thanks to a special type of alloy. Since it’s lighter, it’s expected to boost performance—especially for lower- or mid-range scooters in Indonesia. Honda started using the eSAF frame on its scooters from the 2020 model year onward, and they’re still using it today.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
BYD Leads Price Cuts: How Intense Competition Impacts Chinese Electric Vehicle Market
Have you ever seen a BYD? If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a Chinese electric car that’s been getting pretty popular in a lot of countries, especially around Asia. They’re popular mainly because (let’s be real) they’re cheap, and they actually seem to make a pretty decent car. At least for daily use, it holds up fine. I read somewhere that they’ve even overtaken Tesla in terms of sales, which honestly isn’t that shocking—Chinese companies are usually pretty aggressive when it comes to competition.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo2 years ago in Wheel
