2023 Kuala Lumpur Bike Show at PWTC

The much-awaited Kuala Lumpur Bike Show 2023 has come and went. The event, which was held at Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) over two levels of exhibition space, was a sight to behold despite the criticisms (as usual, from trigger-happy “experts”) received.

Honda Booth did great business for its apparel.

Honda Motorcycles, was present via their official importer/distributor, Boon Siew Honda. They had the largest booth at the show, but with only 1 new model on display, the CB350RS, as the other 3 models, were delayed by shipping. Next was M-Force Holdings, with 8 Chinese brands on display, ranging from WMoto, Benelli-Keeway, CFMoto, Qjimotor and SYM. Others making their presence at the event were Ducati Malaysia, Fantic Motorcycles, Husqarna Motorcycles, MV Agusta and Suzuki Motorcycles Malaysia.

On Level 3 were accessories, riding apparel brands, helmets, lubricants and heritage motorcycles, such as vintage 2-strokers, on display.

Some of the 2-strokers on display on Level 3.

Comments and criticisms ranged from cringing types to constructive.

Some of the cringing types are like: “There’s nothing to see” to “Tickets as well as F&B prices are expensive” while constructive ones were: “It’s refreshing to finally see a show dedicated to motorcycles and bike-related stuff without the car brands” to “Get to see new bikes been showcased in advance prior to them available from the dealers!”