02-07-2025
Pantai Morib turns into bike lovers' paradise
Supt Mohd Akmalrizal (second from left) and Tengku Rohana (fourth from left) presenting a motorcycle to the winner of the lucky draw. With them are (from fifth left) Zulkefli, Safiee and Tengku Mohamed.
OVER 30,000 local and foreign visitors made their way to Banting, Selangor, for Retromania Grand Gathering – Back to Morib 2025.
Touted as Malaysia's largest retro motorcycle gathering, the two-day event at Pantai Morib brought together owners and enthusiasts from across the country, including Sabah and Sarawak, as well as participants from the region including Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand.
More than 600 classic and retro motorcycles were on display, alongside vintage-themed exhibitions highlighting the 1970s to 1990s.
In addition to the bike showcase, activities included a motorcycle convoy, best modification contests, sales of accessories, performances, special exhibitions by community groups and a lucky draw.
Suzuki motorcycles and a collection of Yamaha TZR Deltabox bikes (below) were part of Grand Gathering – Back to Morib 2025 in Banting.
The gathering served not only as a showcase of machines but also as a platform for the community to exchange experiences, build networks and promote related industries.
Local artists and bands took part in the event, which was aimed at positioning Pantai Morib as a tourism destination in conjunction with Visit Selangor Year 2025.
In a statement, Kuala Langat police chief Supt Mohd Akmalrizal Mohd Radzi said the event provided a safe space for fans aged between 20 and 60 to come together, socialise and engage in activities while complying with traffic laws and prioritising road safety.
He said no crimes or illegal racing activities were reported, and thanked visitors for their cooperation in maintaining public order and respecting local sensitivities.
'The event also gave an economic boost to the surrounding area, with increased earnings for traders, food vendors, homestays and budget hotels.
'Visitors were also reminded to ensure their vehicles were in good condition and to get adequate rest before returning home, especially those travelling to southern and east coast states,' he said.
Present at the event were Kuala Langat district officer Tengku Rohana Tengku Nawawi, Kuala Langat Municipal Council (MPKL) deputy secretary Zulkefli Mohamed Arif, Morib state constituency coordinator Safiee Harun and Orang Besar Daerah Kuala Langat Tengku Datuk Mohamed Tengku Harun.
According to social media posts, the theme 'Back to Morib' harks back to the start of Retromania, which first took place at Pantai Morib in 2013.
