The company's headquarters and factory are located at the small town of Gurun, Kedah, Malaysia.

After the success of Malaysian automotive manufacturer Proton, the government looked forward to launch a national motorcycle project.

Modenas was formed in 1995 and majority of its shares were held by Kawasaki, Sojitz, Khazanah Nasional and DRB-HICOM.

The Gurun factory was launched by former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on 3 October 1996.

Currently Modenas is exporting its products to 17 countries worldwide with Greece, Russia, Middle East and South America being the largest importer.

It began production in August 1996[1] and was previewed to the public during Malaysian National Day parade in 1996.

Powered by 111 cc Kawasaki-developed engines, Modenas Kriss becomes the best-selling motorcycle model in Malaysia.

All Kriss series variants outcame major cosmetic changes in 2003 especially at the lights for newer, better looks.

Another PGO-based 150 cc model, the PGO G-Max 150(called as BLUR 150 in USA & BOBCAT 150 in Europe) was introduced as the "Modenas Elit Sports" in Malaysia, with a more aggressive engine tuning, alloy swing-arm and different more solid chassis/new era body design.

The standard engine of Elit Sport 150 cc pick up and top speed can easily beat Standard Cup Motors such as Honda EX5 100, Honda Wave 125, Modenas Kriss 110, Modenas Kriss 120, Yamaha Lagenda 100 and 115, and Nouvo LC 135.

It is also claimed by Modenas that this model exceeded Euro 2 emission standards without the addition of a catalytic converter.

This model was built by Modenas as a preparation to take part in Malaysian Cub Prix tournament which are currently dominated by Yamaha and Honda machines.

In addition to more powerful water-cooled engine, Elegan scooter features a large gasoline tank accessible under the handlebars, large underseat storage compartment, and digital meter panel for odometer, fuel gauge and thermometer.

The engine cylinder is coated with Ni-Si ceramic for better reliability during long distance travels.

Besides of the new design and better fuel economy, Kristar also features an underseat compartment that can be opened from the same ignition key slot, dual headlights, stylish superbike-like muffler and rear light failure detection system which claimed by Modenas as the only model equipped with this system.

Using a pair of 14-inch cast iron wheels, Modenas Passion has a direct competition with Yamaha Ego.

Kriss MR2 has 4.5L tank capacity, front disk brake and more stylish design than its predecessors.

[7] This is after Modenas has gained approval from both Kawasaki Heavy Industries and the China Quality Certification Centre to do so.