yellowferoza

maiba naman, sino nagpunta clark yesterday, ang balita is someone died sa ironman challenge. driver was from alabang (i think) and he was riding a BMW K1200. ang kwento ng marshal is he was navigating a turn, eh nag overshoot. sumasak sa ilalim ng parked truck. hindi bumitaw sa bike. and sa lakas daw ng impact, eh sumabog 2 gulong ng truck. well, yun ang kwento. i saw the bike and it was a wreck.

that's sad to hear.

why are riders so hated? to the point that some people would intentionally go out of their way to make life miserable for riders?

 

nagtataka lang ako.

Not all, it is because any dingbat can get a motorcycle. And these people ride their bikes as if it will be taken away by the repo man the next day.

Education and responsibility plays a big part of this, and it seems some of our fellowriders are too young for that.

I wonder why people upgrade their rides even if payment is due for some long months.

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yeah, i read that.

i drive a car most of the time but i also have a vespa so i know where you're coming from.

whether i'm driving or riding, i always try to be considerate of other people on the road

Uy! a vespinoy at MTC!

The 09 City is displayed at the Glorietta activityy center. Para siya maliit na civic on the inside. Definitely a good buy!

Ganda! It has paddle shifters on the E model!

maglight, nailcutter, mini army knife. + car/bike keys which i use!

mga dude anong magandang tires for drag na pede din pang araw araw...

Avon or Toyo Z-rated.

kung matanda na auto mo, (1992 - 1997) malamang kelangan mo i-adjust yung timing mo. yun lang naman ang problema jan. basta EFI ang auto mo ok ka na, pag carb, wag ka gagamit ng e10 kung ayaw mo masira engine mo.

Sir, any reason why 'masisira yung engine'?

I use E10 occasionaly on our 90 model carbed car, and my 2stroke scoot, wala naman problem:D

I believe sir leviticus is talking about those markers located at the middle of the road to separate lanes. Yes they are hazardous even if the bike is just rolling over them, what more if you tilt the bike to one side taking a turn and one comes in contact with your tire. Metal and rubber dont mix well.

In regards to MotoGP, those red and white markings are devoid of humps unlike the tracks used in formula 1. Though MotoGP sometimes use tracks designed for F1. Race tracks for bikes are designed not to have these humps as they are more hazardous to the rider than overshoot a curve:D

Check out some of my fellow 250cc bikers when we hit the road to Marilaque last oct7

http://motorcyclephilippines.com/forums/sh...8425&page=4

ride safe!

guys, pahingi nga ng advice or tips.

 

who among you have tried going up to baguio on your bikes? I have already attempted and succeeded in riding my XRM 110 up and down baguio but I still need help. sanay ako sa kotse pagakyat at baba ng baguio.

 

problem ko ay sa curves. saan ba ako pwepwesto on a two-way highway specifically sa curves? malakas ang hatak ng UB xrm ko sa paakyat but problem ko lang talaga sa curves. dito ko nakita (and naramdaman) ang advantage ng motor in terms of acceleration as compared to automobiles. feeling ko kasi nasasayang ang acceleration ko because of my slow curve turns.

Honestly I've not tried going up to baguio on a bike.

First thing is -STAY ON YOUR LANE

If you have watched bike racing, they tilt their bikes towards the curve they're attacking because bikes cannot take turns straight up will engaging a curve. When a curve approaches, take the outside lane (on your lane, and not occupying the other) and go to the inside of the apex, then exit towards the outside of the curve. This takes lots of practice. And I'm not suggesting that you make the streets your personal racetrack.

It is highly suggested that you upgrade your stock tires to 'branded' ones like (in XRMs case) Dunlop TT/TL 900s, Bridgstone, Pirelli, etc as it will provide more traction than studded stock tires.

Note also that you might overshoot a curve and fall on the cliff! This is caused by improper or excessive speed going into the curve.

Ok na yung mabagal for me. It is the joy of riding 2 wheels that makes me get the bike keys.

Wear proper gear!

tnx! i got ur points! if japan bikes, like yamaha or honda? which is better? ang pinaka ain factor tlg sa ag pili ko ay engine sound and proma. ung speed ay next lng.tnx! and can u give me some price range and if its second hand or not. san nakakbli o pwd tumingin ng brand new japanese big bikes? tnx

If engine sound and 'porma' is on your priority list, I would suggest of not gettiing an UB. Though it is the most practical nowadays; easy maintenance, low gas consumption, reliability, etc...

Getting a jap 250 or higher will meet your expectations, and maybe surpass them. But expect to pay 4X in maintenance.

Try browsing at the MCP classifieds http://motorcyclephilippines.com/classifieds

Maybe a Honda Steed 400 or a Yamaha Shadow 400 would suit you. V-twin engine, open pipes, cruiser style, easy handling, and has a ticket to pass the highways.

Get a bike that will suit your needs. Consider also the image you would like to project.

your right yellowferoza, ducati monster can shell you out a minimum of 200k++ for a 98 duc 400 monster and up to 700++ for a 2007 model duc s4rs(900cc). for the provinces??? hmm bakit hindi.. but please keep in mind that you have to maintain the bike and yes tama po si yelloferoza that u will spend 3-10k per period including tune-up,change oil, etc. (may chain pa yan,bearings, clutch disk that can go as high as 7k per set). Yes, super 4's are now so in demand bec of reliabilty and easy to use and maintain.. it can go to a 100k to newer model for 500k (super 4 big1, type s, type r, spec 1,2,3 nd hyper vtecs.)

About the sounds of motorstar Z200/Z250 wag mo ng asahang tutunog sya like "big bikes" bec it only have 1 cylinder and most big bike have 4 cylinders so malaking deperensya. Pero in terms of maintenance and looks ok na motorstar tipid sa gas and easy to modify and maintain. But, if your a begginer with bikes/big bikes stick to smaller displacements first then upgrade if you have enough experience para di nman masayang bike pag na spill. But still you have all the decision if you are going to buy a 400cc up bike. Always remember to be safe and drive defensively and offensively. Hope this helps. Ride Safe and Happy hunting.

Very well said sir!

Autoplus on EDSA

Matonetiks on Banawe

They are regulars on the racing scene. Di ka nila lolokohin, but expect to pay the price. Pero lahat naman ganun ang binayad:D

Shell Kapitolyo in Shaw blvd Pasig near Rizal Medical Center

Shell E10 P37.75

Shell Super Unleaded 38.25 as of this date.

If i where you andrean48 go and check that forum.. stick to the Club/Groups & technical forum thread and sa Trading Section dami... wag ka punta sa General Interest and Motorcycle Rights & Legal... hahaha.. daming matatalinong tao dun...

di naman sa galit bro... nawalan lang ng gana.. before BOW na BOW ako sa kanila.. kasama pa nga ako sa nagrally regarding sa STICKER on HELMET eh... ipinaglalaban ang DESKRIMINASYON sa mga naka MC.. tapos sila din pala mahilig magDescriminate.... pag ikaw nakaSANDALS or TSINELAS... babansagan ka nila na PASAWAY... kahit na matino ka magmaneho... at meron dun nag-claim na traffic violation daw ito.. well, its good na dapat lahat me proper gears... for SAFETY.. pero judging a RIDER na PASAWAY dahil sa suot na ito.. eh kahangalan...

Its for your own safety bro, why wear sandals instead of shoes? Nagmamadali? Tina-tamad mag suot?

When I visited POC (Philippine Orthopedic Center) in Banawe, Q.C., there was this guy who had his 4th and 5th toes amputated because he hit his right foot on a big rock, eh lowered pa naman daw bike niya. Get the point po?

Mostly bikers here in our country is uneducated. Imagine, for only 3.5k as downpayment and @ 2.5k monthly, one can own a MC!!! Kahit yung yosi vendor sa tapat namin may SYM Magic eh.

I used mostly, not all.

Have you seen a bike riding fellow wearing sando, shorts, and slippers on a major thoroughfare? I've seen many along Shaw blvd, Kalayaan ave, Quezon ave, Commonwealth, etc... Would you do the same?

:flowers:

Sir John, if you're really considering a take-you-anywhere bike, I'd highly suggest get a 400cc honda s4. Very reliable, and parts are abundant. Seating is comfortable. price would range from 100-160k for the non vtec models also depending on condition. Also, you can zoom past cars on the NLEX.

If you're going to buy an UB, it'll be more practical, but from the provinces to manila and back on a UB? Hmmmm, but some people actually do it.

If you have cash, why not flaunt it. It you can buy a BMW320i, would you also consider a KIA Picanto? Its a matter of preference, style, and buying power.

Happy hunting!

Ducatis are very nice bikes, but it's rather impractical to use them on the provinces unless you do go to manila often. italian bikes and cars have a particular habit to break down unexpectedly. It comes with the ownership and passion that one must have.

2nd hand Ducati monsters from year 2000 may cost @ 300k at Access Plus.

Maintenance? Change oil every 5000km = @7.5k for the set.

You can't just buy an aftermarket piece of equipment meant for a jap bike and install it on a Ducati.

Better go for any japanese bike for the provinces, better, get a Ducati and leave it at home.

For when Petrol runs out, and my grandkids asked me what bike i used to ride, I'll proudly say "I rode a Ducati!"