FNG Works’ RXZ Twin Boss V2 became the talk of Art Of Speed 2024 after clinching both the Jury Pick and Public Choice Award at the Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build Off.
As the overall winner of the build off, the RXZ Twin Boss V2 will be showcased at the 32nd Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2024 in Japan, alongside the best custom vehicles from across Japan and the world.
FNG Works is owned and operated by Mohamad Irwann Bin Mohd Azlan. The 33-year-old, affectionately known as Cheng, is a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from UiTM Shah Alam.
Some of his inspirations come from motorcycles crafted by Khalid “The Rusty Factory”, Omar Jumiran, Padin Musa, Hills Angels, Azizan Rahim, and Acid Welding. As for International builders, Cheng admires the works of Maxwell Hazan, Allen Millyard, Ed Roth, Arlen Ness, and Sure Shot.
The story of the Twin Boss V2 harksback to Art Of Speed 2017 with the debut of the original RXZ Twin Boss. In its V1 design, the Twin Boss was also powered by two Yamaha RXZ 135cc engines but configured with one engine in front of the other and connected at the crank via chain-drive. The original Twin Boss was completed in a ‘Digger’ style and became the lucky draw giveaway prize of AOS 2017.
For the 13th Annual Art Of Speed Malaysia 2024, Cheng took a new and evolved approach for the RXZ Twin Boss V2, this time fully combining two Yamaha RXZ 135cc engines into a single two-cylinder engine.
Cheng explains, “I wanted to create a bike that looks beautiful and pleasing to the eyes. Some might categorise it as a ‘Board Tracker’ or a ‘Land Speed Racer’ style, but I started with two Yamaha RXZ engines that I merged into one unit.
“From there I built a motorcycle around the engine that, in my opinion, has the right proportions and lines. For the final touch I aimed for the highest level of fabrication precision that I could achieve.”
Art Of Speed Malaysia (AOSM) is proud to finance Cheng’s entry for the event, with a budget of RM60,000 to send the bike to Japan, including flight, hotel, transportation, and logistics.
To celebrate this event, the AOS team will be producing a short film to commemorate the RXZ Twin Boss V2’s journey from Ipoh, Malaysia to Yokohama, Japan.
The film project will feature Cheng, together with co-star Farid Nabawi, the Creative Director of AOS. Hanif Sulhi, who won Best Documentary Series Award 2023, Fail Mahkamah TV3, brings his talent in storytelling and will serve as the Director of the short film.
Titled “RXZ Balik Kampung: Dari Ipoh ke Yokohama”, this cohesive, powerful message aims to empower creativity among youth, foster fun, and create unforgettable memories.
The short film will be divided into a series of six episodes, premiering across all AOS social platforms on Christmas Day, 25 December 2024. It will also be submitted for various International Film Festivals, notably the Motorcycle Film Festival (Toronto, Canada), VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival (USA), and Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival (Dubai).
AOSM believes that Malaysia’s participation in this event will highlight talented Malaysians on a world stage and bring global attention to Malaysia’s creative industry especially in the world of customization.
The AOS team will be in Japan for six days with 15 members to support and cheer on FNG Works.
The 13th Annual Art Of Speed (AOS 2024) was held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) from 27 – 28 July 2024.
Art Of Speed’s tradition of various international guests together with a showcase of customized vehicles from overseas has always been one of the main highlights that draws both visitors and fans alike.
This year’s Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build Off 2024 featured 10 talented builders competing to wow the jury selection and public choice.
The overall jury pick winner and public choice were unanimously awarded to Irwann Cheng from FNG Works with their amazing RXZ Twin Boss V2. FNG Works took home a RM5,000 cash prize for the public choice and will have their custom bike shipped to Japan for the 32nd Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2024 as the jury pick winner.
The 2nd Official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia was once again held at Hall C for fans and collectors of the die-cast brand. AOS 2024 marked the launch of the first ever convention exclusive die-cast model from Mattel factory for Malaysia together with Hot Wheels Design Manager – Vehicles, Dwayne Vance.
AOS 2024 also marked a special collaboration with Selangor FC (SFC) in support of SFC’s campaign; “Stop The Violence” crossing over from football to automotive lifestyle. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari attended the event on Sunday to officiate the collaboration and was given a special tour of AOS 2024.
Other AOS 2024 activities included:
Roda Rumble 2024 – Two Wheels Gathering & Outdoor Festival supported by Retro Mania
La Cultura – Malaysia’s Chicano Culture Appreciation Gathering, which includes a fashion display of Cholo and Chicano style, Dance and DJ show, and more
Food Park food vendors and trucks
Automotive flea market
Product launching on stage
Test Ride Zone for bike (Royal Enfield, Vespa, Aprilia, Triumph, Lambretta, Harley-Davidson, and more)
Instead of the usual outdoor festival, this year the SoundCircus Takeover returned as an indoor experience in Hall A. The SoundCircus Takeover line-up included Spider, Gerhana Ska Cinta, Salam Musik, Jemson X Forcesparkbois, Slatan, 53 Universe and many more.
Last but not least was the crowd favourite lucky draw giveaway. On Saturday, the giveaway was for ONE (1) paid Japan trip to the 32nd Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2024. The lucky winner of the Japan trip was awarded to Fitri Wahyudi B Suparno.
On Sunday the grand prize for AOS 2024 was ONE (1) modified Honda Jazz in collaboration between AOS X QARTEL TV. This year’s lucky winner of the giveaway was awarded to Muhammad Farish B Mohd Fadzil.
The Best of Show motorcycle winner will win a package trip to the 32nd Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2024 as the Guest of Honour.
AOS SPECIAL AWARD
BEST OF SHOW MOTORCYCLE
Winner : PA’DIN MUSA – Malaysia
Vehicle model : HARLEY-DAVIDSON SHOVELHEAD 1969
INVITATIONAL BIKE BUILD OFF
Abah & Sons (Padin Musa)
Nodie Cycles
Acid Welding
Zuhalfast
RGF
Flying Loser
Chaos Customs
FNG Works
Hills Angels
Son of Abdul
PUBLIC CHOICE AWARD
Winner : FNG WORKS – IRWANN CHENG
Vehicle model: RXZ TWIN BOSS V2
JURY PICK WINNER
Winner : FNG WORKS – IRWANN CHENG
Vehicle model : RXZ TWIN BOSS V2
CUSTOM KINGS BY HARLEY-DAVIDSON
First Runner Up : NORKHAIRI – Malaysia
Winner : KHAIRUL AZIMIN – Malaysia
List of AOS2024 winners:
BEST MARKETPLACE
Winner : NANOSTIX – Malaysia
BEST DISPLAY CAR
Winner : BWB – Malaysia
BEST DISPLAY MOTORCYCLE
Winner : HILLS ANGELS – Malaysia
Invited Guest Pick
MOONEYES PICK
Winner : ART GARAGE – Malaysia
EVILACT PICK & KUSTOMFEST PICK
Winner : HILLS ANGEL – Invitational Bike Build Off – Malaysia
STOOP MC PICK, LITTLE BOY CYCLES PICK, CHOPPAJOOP PICK, MASANARI PICK, ROUGH CRAFT PICK & BANGKOK HOT ROD PICK
Winner : PA’DIN MUSA – Malaysia
KATIE’S CUSTOM PICK
Winner : FNG WORKS – RXZ TWIN BOSS V2 – Malaysia
ONE LOW PICK
Winner : ASEP AHMAD ISKANDAR – ART OF SPEED FESTIVAL DIRECTOR
From February 23rd to 25th, the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) will play host to the Off The Grid (OTG), an event specially tailored for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts.
Organised by the same team behind Art of Speed (AOS), the event is inspired by Japan’s biggest annual outdoor lifestyle event, ‘Fieldstyle’ and is expected to attract approximately 30,000 visitors.
Set to take place inside the 150,000 sq ft Hall A, OTG 2024 will feature five main attractions, as follows:
An outdoor lifestyle vendor exhibition featuring leading brands such as Montanic Adventure Store, Anbot Store, Campguru, Eiger Adventure, Pahlawan Store, Outside Malaysia, EcoFlow, and many more.
Brew Festa is a slow bar concept with an outdoor/camping theme where baristas dedicate their time to meticulously craft coffee specifically for coffee enthusiasts looking to stimulate their brain neurons.
BBQ Showdown is a nightmare for vegans hosted by MeatXpert Premium Butcher.
Makers Jamboree & Pasor Dinda Ladies Market is the best place for vintage and rare item hunters.
Exciting activities for the whole family including skimpool, surf skate, roller disco, strider races, and hourly lucky draws for those who spend RM100 in a single receipt.
In addition to these main attractions, visitors can also enjoy traditional and acoustic performances, as well as participate in meet-ups for van campers, MINI RC Crawler hobbyists, and much more.
Vendors at OTG 2024 also have the opportunity to participate in the Best Booth Competition, which is divided into two categories: Best Vendor Booth (Food and Community) and Best Brand Booth.
The winners in each category will win a trip for one to the 2024 Fieldstyle Jamboree in Nagoya, Japan on May 18th and 19th, 2024.
Those interested in attending OTG 2024 can obtain weekend passes online for RM35 or RM50 if purchased on-site. The weekend pass is valid for a three-day entry.
There are also single-day passes available for RM15 if purchased online or RM20 if bought directly at the venue. Entry is free for children under 12 years old and for OKU cardholders.
Tickets can be purchased through the official website at https://otg.artofspeedmy.com/ticket/. A processing fee of RM3 per ticket will be charged for all online purchases.
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