WorldSBK: Sykes Strikes BackArt of Speed Malaysia 2026 “Summer Festival – Kustom Bergaya”

The 15th Annual Art of Speed Malaysia (AOS 2026) transformed the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) into a vibrant celebration of Kustom Kulture on 1–2 August 2026. Thousands of enthusiasts from Malaysia and abroad gathered for an unforgettable weekend featuring world-class custom vehicles, international builders, exclusive collaborations, live music, art, and interactive experiences.

Marking a milestone year for the festival, AOS 2026 introduced an expanded Summer Festival concept, delivering an even more immersive programme that seamlessly blended automotive lifestyle with entertainment, creativity, and community spirit. From exclusive vehicle unveilings and international showcases to SoundCircus Festival performances and family-friendly attractions, the event once again reinforced its position as Malaysia’s premier Kustom Kulture festival.

International Guests and VIPs

1. Emi Suganuma, Michihisa “NATQQ” Shinotsuka & Sohei Murakami from MOONEYES, Japan
2. Wataru Kato from Liberty Walk, Japan
3. Yokomizo Gaku from Hawgholic, Japan
4. Yoshiki Okubo from Vise Clothing, Japan
5. Mark Kirkland from DicE Magazine, USA
6. Ronald Wong, USA – Lead Product Designer for the Hot Wheels Premium line
7. Shigeki Isaka (Japan) & Ho Shu Yu (Taiwan) representing Banzai Racing
8. Kiyotaka Fukuda from Boo Pinstriping, Japan
9. Keiji Takada from Jetwrench ArtStudio, Japan
10. Ise & James from Vibes magazine, Japan
11. Kozo Yoshida from Garage Yoshida, Japan
12. Doston Mahmudov from Garage Defend, Japan
13. Russell “MOW” Murchie, Australia
14. Choppajoop, Singapore
15. SixtySick Paintlab, Indonesia (a collective group of 20 pinstripe artists)
16. Fahmi Freeflow, Indonesia
17. Mill Art, Indonesia
18. Irvine Jasta, Indonesia
19. Bangkok Hot Rod Show, Thailand
20. Kustomanila, Philippines
21. Borneo Kustom Show, Brunei
22. Kustomfest, Indonesia
23. Cherrybomb Pin Up Parlour, Singapore
24. The Wicked Wallop, Singapore
25. Sunset Ride, Indonesia
26. BBQ Ride, Indonesia
27. Carcult, Thailand

International Highlights

AOS 2026 showcased an extraordinary line-up of custom motorcycles and cars, giving visitors an up-close look at some of the finest builds from across the region. Highlights included a rare 1945 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead from Japan’s Hawgholic and a 1966 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead from Vise Clothing. The festival also featured a special exhibition of exceptional custom cars from Bangkok, Thailand and Taiwan, alongside the highly anticipated appearance of Liberty Walk (LBWK) from Japan, making it one of the standout attractions of AOS 2026.

SoundCircus Festival Takes Centre Stage

SoundCircus Festival (SCF) 2026 transformed MAEPS into a vibrant live music destination, with six stages spread across the indoor and outdoor festival grounds. Festivalgoers enjoyed an electrifying line-up featuring Ella x Cokelat, Jemput Dengar featuring Sheila Majid, Nadin Amizah, Disagree, Johnny Pandora, Dannqrack & Eemrun, Hari Slatan, the 20th anniversary celebration of Hujan, and the 30th anniversary of Asian Hardcore.

Adding to the excitement, AOS 2026 introduced Asia’s first Flying Fox above a live concert audience, allowing guests to soar across the SoundCircus Pentas 16 Stage for a truly unforgettable festival experience. The festival concluded on a high note, reaffirming SoundCircus as one of Malaysia’s premier live music experiences.

Supporting Malaysia’s Creative Future

Art of Speed 2026 also received support from the Ministry of Communications through MyCreative Ventures (MyCreative) under the Concert and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI) programme. The incentive supports the organisation of international-calibre concerts and events and played a key role in the successful staging of SoundCircus Festival 2026, enabling the festival to deliver an even more ambitious programme of live music, performances, and creative experiences. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s creative economy while elevating the country’s reputation as a destination for world-class cultural and entertainment events.

The Ultimate Builder Showdown

The return of the Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build-Off brought together eight talented builders, each showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Following a closely contested competition, Mujo Joros was crowned both the Overall Jury Winner and the Public Choice Winner with their outstanding GPX Gentleman 200, earning unanimous recognition from both the judging panel and visitors. Mujo Joros received a RM15,000 cash prize as the Overall Jury Winner and a RM5,000 cash prize as the Public Choice Winner.

Hot Wheels Take the Spotlight

The 4th Official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) once again brought together collectors and enthusiasts at Hall C for one of the festival’s most anticipated attractions. Visitors enjoyed an immersive Hot Wheels experience featuring interactive activities, collector exhibitions, community sessions, and a vibrant marketplace.

A major highlight was the release of the HWCCM 2026 Exclusive Custom Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34), complete with a unique serial number, official Nissan licensing, and authentic Motul and Yokohama decals. The convention also welcomed Hot Wheels Premium Lead Product Designer Ronald Wong as a special guest, while Hall C featured a curated display of Nissan Skyline GT-Rs by the Malaysia Skyline Owners Group (MSOG), celebrating the launch of the exclusive collector model.

 

Expanding the AOS Experience

 

AOS 2026 continued to evolve beyond automotive culture through a series of new collaborations and community-driven experiences. The festival introduced ten new partnerships with global and local brands, including Liberty Walk, Hot Wheels, DicE Magazine, Xocks, DRUM, Touch ‘n Go, Zippo, Cricket, Skillo, and Easthood, further strengthening its position as a regional Kustom Kulture hub.

Visitors also enjoyed a special collaboration with Astro Shaw promoting the film “Terbang”, featuring the movie’s hero vehicle and exclusive meet-and-greet sessions.

Complementing the festival atmosphere were a variety of lifestyle attractions, including the Santai Scooterist & Car Club Gathering, a dedicated Kids Recreation Zone, and the KL Orbits cycling gathering and competition, offering engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

 

Exclusive Attractions Across the Festival

Beyond the headline attractions, AOS 2026 delivered a diverse range of exclusive experiences throughout the festival grounds. Visitors had the opportunity to purchase event-exclusive diecast models from Kyosho × MOONEYES, Tarmac Works × RWB, and Mini GT × Liberty Walk, while Hall A showcased themed exhibitions including Chopper Paradise in collaboration with DicE Magazine, Pick-Up Line, and an international display of modified vehicles from Thailand.

Hall D celebrated lifestyle and creative subcultures with Gravel Travel, a custom bicycle Show & Shine competition, Kulture Kartel featuring vintage fashion, streetwear, B-Boy competitions, and a rap battle, alongside an exclusive fashion presentation by Sunburst Tribe, ensuring there was something for enthusiasts of every generation.

A Complete Festival Experience

Complementing the festival’s automotive and music highlights, AOS 2026 featured a diverse range of lifestyle, leisure, and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages. Festivalgoers enjoyed an outdoor food court, the popular Payung Kopi café, and live entertainment by the Backdoor SoundSystem Collective, while automotive enthusiasts explored the Automotive Flea Market and Collectible Alley in Hall C for rare parts, diecast models, and memorabilia. Visitors also experienced motorcycle test rides from leading brands, product launches, sponsor activations, and complimentary product sampling, ensuring there was something to discover throughout the weekend.

Kembara Passport Rewards Adventure

The return of the AOS 2026 Kembara Passport once again proved to be one of the festival’s most engaging visitor activities, rewarding participants with an exciting lineup of prizes worth over RM80,000. Throughout the weekend, ticket holders completed interactive challenges at participating corporate and sponsor booths in pursuit of exclusive prizes, including the grand prizes of a custom Thunder Motorcycles 250 and a specially modified Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition.

Congratulations to Tan Kok Leong (DJI Action Camera), Ariana (Thailand Bike Week trip with Art of Speed Malaysia), Muhammad Hazrul bin Jamalludin (Vespa S 125), Nurul Nizam bin Mohamed (DJI Osmo Camera), Nur Hakimah Binti Ramli (trip to a music festival in Jakarta), Muhammad Bin Mat Yasin (trip to the BBQ Ride in Bandung), Arsh Rafayed Bin Muhamad Izzatul Firdaus (custom Thunder Motorcycles 250), and Amirul Fitri Bin Sharif (Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition) on their well-deserved wins.

Discovering Selangor Through Motoring

In conjunction with AOS 2026, Tourism Selangor launched Tourscape @ Selangor, an initiative that connects automotive passion with travel and tourism. Through its Road Trip Fun Maps, visitors are encouraged to explore all 12 districts of Selangor by car or motorcycle while discovering the state’s attractions, culture, gastronomy, and authentic local experiences.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari, Menteri Besar of Selangor, together with Dato’ Ng Suee Lim, Selangor State Executive Council Member for Local Government and Tourism, and Ms. Chua Yee Ling, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor. They also took the opportunity to tour the many attractions at AOS 2026, reaffirming their support for strengthening tourism, the creative economy, and automotive culture through internationally recognised festivals such as Art of Speed.

Driving Kustom Kulture Forward

Reflecting on the success of AOS 2026, Festival Director Asep Ahmad Iskandar said the festival’s growing international presence was the result of years of building meaningful relationships within the global Kustom Kulture community, particularly across Southeast Asia. He noted that Art of Speed has earned the trust and support of internationally renowned brands and builders from around the world, while remaining committed to nurturing Malaysia’s custom automotive scene and strengthening the regional Kustom Kulture movement.

“The international support we have received is a reflection of what Art of Speed has built over the years—not just as an event, but as a platform that connects builders, brands, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world. As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to celebrate creativity, support our local community, and showcase Malaysia as a leading destination for Kustom Kulture in the region,” he said.

 

Champions Beyond Borders

The Best of Show Automobile winner received a trip to attend the 34th Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2026 in Japan. Meanwhile, the Best of Show Motorcycle winners were each awarded a commemorative plaque in recognition of their exceptional craftsmanship.

 

AOS SPECIAL AWARD

1. BEST OF SHOW AUTOMOBILE

Winner  :   SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO
Model   :   1957 356 Speedster Replica

2. BEST OF SHOW MOTORCYCLE

Winners : THE BANGKOK  BOYS (THANOPORN, APRIL BOYS AND FREESTYLE CUSTOM)

List of AOS2026 winners:

1. BEST MARKETPLACE

Winner :  VESPA

1. BEST DISPLAY CAR

Winner :  MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM

1. BEST DISPLAY MOTORCYCLE

Winner :  HILLS ANGELS

 

 

Invited Guest Pick

1. MOONEYES PICK

Winner :  LEFTGEKUHT VOLKSWAGEN (EJ 3859)

1. ABAH & SONS PICK

Winner :  JONTOE CYCLE WORKS

1. BACK WHEEL BITCHES PICK

Winner :  RAJA NAQIUDDIN (A490A) GX71 CRESSIDA

1. BANGKOK HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW PICK

Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

1. BBQ RIDE PICK

Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

1. BOO PINSTRIPING PICK

Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

1. BORNEO KUSTOM SHOW PICK

Winner :  SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO – 1957 356 Speedster Replica

1. BANZAI RACING EQUIPMENT PICK

Winner :   DATSUN PICKUP SANITORA

1. CARCULT PICK

Winner :  S MAIKEL MOTORS SDN BHD (FH8511)

1. CHOPPA JOOP PICK

Winner :  CAPT CHUA (PX5560)

1. DicE MAGAZINE PICK

Winner :   AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)

1. FREEFLOW  PICK

Winner :  MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM THAILAND

1. HAWGHOLIC  PICK

Winner :   AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)

1. IMPACT SPEED FEST PICK

Winner :  ROUGH WORLD (RAUH-WELT BEGRIFF)

1. INFINITE PICK

Winner :   LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE)

1. JETWRENCH PICK

Winner :  ADIPATI BERTIGA

1. JOEY THAI TEAM PICK

Winner :   NESTER BOBBY FUGO (WV6583)

1. KUSTOM MANILA PICK

Winner :  OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

1. KUSTOMFEST PICK

Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

1. LIBERTY WALK PICK

Winner :  ROYAL ENFIELD BOOTH

1. RONALD WONG PICK

Winner :   OGBC MOTOSPORT AKA99

1. SIMON GARAGE CHINA  PICK

Winner :  NISSAN HAKOSUKA KPGC10 IMPACT SPEED THAILAND

1. SUZZY HELMET PICK

Winner : AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE 7665)

1. VIBES MAGAZINE PICK

Winner :   KABUTO

1. VISE CLOTHING PICK

Winner :   8BU 1952 (THANAPORN)

1. WICKED WALLOP PICK

Winner :   SYUKRI YUNUS (SY1984)

1. SIXTYSICK PAINTLAB

Winner :   DANISH HAFIZ VAG5100

Partner Pick

1. BELLO PICK

Winner :   70 MOTORSPORT (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR-34, VLW 70)

1. BLOKEES PICK

Winner : LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR34)

1. DURIAN BIKERS PICK

Winner : AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)

1. EXN PICK

Winner : SPEEDY GT402

1. HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF MALAYSIA PICK

Winner :  NAGID MUSTAFA (JUU 9913)

1. HAUSBOOM PICK

Winner : PERFORMANCE HAUZ (NY 97)

1. HOT WHEELS PICK

Winner :  OGBC MOTORSPORT (AKA 99)

1. IGL PICK

Winner : NESTER BABY FUEGO (WV 6583)

1. KOPI SAIGON PICK

Winner :  AQID ANAQY B NOR AZMI (BRN 74)

1. KYOSHO PICK

Winner : WHITE EK9 (QARTEL)

1. LAMBRETTA PICK

Winner :  MOHD NASIR B MAHMOD (NB 7405)

1. PETRONAS PICK

Winner : MOHD SYAHRIL B JAMALUDDIN (WDE 283)

1. QARTEL TV PICK

Winner :  AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)

1. ROYAL ENFIELD PICK

Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

1. SUPER SUNDAY PICK

Winner : SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO – 1957 356 Speedster Replica

1. TARMAC PICK

Winner :  MR. HO DATSUN BLUEBIRD 510 KPGC (2356-V9)

1. THUNDER MOTORCYCLE PICK

Winner : ADIPATI BERTIGA

1. TOURISM SELANGOR PICK

Winner :  SATREN DE SILVA (ABY 1293)

1. TRIUMPH PICK

Winner :  AZBEDER90S TRIUMPH T21

1. VESPA PICK

Winner :   SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)

 

AOS206 Show & Shine winners

BICYCLES CATEGORY

1. BEST OF OPEN LOWRIDER

Winner :  LIL JEFE X DOUBLE DICE CREW

2. BEST OF GRAVEL TRAVEL BIKE – (HIGHLIGHTS)

Winner : THE PIPE DREAM ALICE

3. BEST OF FABRICATION
   Winner :  MOHD UBAIDULLAH (MARVALLA 084)
4. BEST PAINT
   Winner :  GT 1981 OUTPOST – MOHD ZULFAHMIE
5. BEST LIVERY DESIGN           

Winner :  JEFRRY – STRIKE BY FABIO CAVILI

AUTOMOBILE

1. BEST OF CLASSIC EURO

Winner :   BMW E38 – QARTEL

2. BEST OF MODERN EURO

Winner : PORSCHE RWB 997 – YIPYEET

3. BEST OF USA

Winner :  FORD MUSTANG – 70 MOTORSPORT

4. BEST OF JDM PRE 2000

Winner :  NISSAN SKYLINE KG110 KENMERI – MR LONGLAM

5. BEST OF JDM ABOVE 2000

Winner :  NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR – AZMAWIE YASIN

6. BEST OF NATIONAL HEROES

Winner : PROTON WIRA RALLY CONCEPT – SAIFUL

7. BEST OF RADIKAL

Winner :  GBK SILHOUETTE MERCEDES W123 – BWB

8. BEST OF VW AIR-COOLED

Winner :  VW BEETLE RWB – TANJIA SEAN

9. BEST OF RAT LOOK

Winner :  CHEVROLET 3100 – JOEY

10. BEST OF RACE CAR

Winner :  DATSUN 510 COUPE RACECAR – WADI FAROIB AUTOSPORT

11. BEST OF ADVENTURE

Winner :   BTB TOYOTA LANDCRUISER II –  BY THE BILLION

12. BEST OF PICKUP LINE – (HIGHLIGHTS)

Winner : MITSHUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP                                     CUSTOM

13. BEST OF WAGON

Winner :   TOYOTA KE36 – FAROIB AUTOSPORT

14. BEST OF VAN

Winner :  TOYOTA HIACE COMMUTER – MUHAMMAD NUR FIQRI

15. BEST OF STANCE

Winner :  MINI COOPER – MUHAMMAD AKIF

16. BEST OF K CAR

Winner :   PAJERO MINI – MOHD HELMI

17. BEST OF OPEN CLASS

Winner :  1957 356 Speedster Replica

18. BEST OF WILD COLOUR

Winner :   NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR – AZMAWIE YASIN

19. BEST INTERIOR

Winner :  VW BEETLE – DEMICA

20. BEST ENGINE BAY

Winner :  DODGE CHARGER

21. BEST RIM SET

Winner :   LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR – REY GENJI

22. BEST LOWERED

Winner :   1957 356 Speedster Replica

23. BEST LIFTED

Winner :  FORD RANGER – IGL

24. BEST LIVERY DESIGN

Winner :  MINI COOPER LEICA – ANDREW LAU

25. BEST OF ENGINEERING

Winner : SAMING – KK GARAGE

26. BEST OF FABRICATION

Winner :  NIL

27. BEST PAINT

Winner :  FORD MUSTANG – 70 MOTORSPORT

MOTORCYCLE

1. BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE ABOVE 401CC – (HIGHLIGHTS)

Winner :  DANISH HAFIZ (VAG 5100)

2. BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE BELOW 400CC – HIGHLIGHTS)

Winner :  JONTOE CYCLE WORKS

3. BEST OF CAFE RACER ABOVE 401CC

Winner :  JD 23 (NORTON DOMIRACER)

4. BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER ABOVE 401CC

Winner :  MACR         

5. BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER BELOW 400CC

Winner : JONTOE CYCLE WORKS

6. BEST OF MODERN HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Winner :  PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) NY97

7. BEST OF CLASSIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Winner : BANGMAN (DJ270) 1981 ELECTRA GLIDE

8. BEST OF CLASSIC SCOOTER

Winner :   ACHONG (ROSAX CARBON)

9. BEST OF MODERN SCOOTER

Winner : MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (5XK 8608)

10. BEST OF RETRO JAPANESE

Winner :  HAIR JOHARI (PAP 2360)

11. BEST OF ALL MAKES MODERN BIKE

Winner :  MOHD RAHMAT (PQT 4606)

12. BEST OF CLASSIC CONTINENTAL

Winner : AZBEDER 90S

13. BEST OF ENGINEERING

Winner : PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) (NY97)

14. BEST OF FABRICATION

Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

15. BEST TANK DESIGN

Winner : RACHUN MOTORCLUBS

16. BEST PAINT

Winner :  SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)

17. BEST LIVERY DESIGN

Winner : MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (JXK 8608)

18. BEST OPEN CLASS

Winner :  OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)