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February 29

Day 7. Exploring south of Prachuap Kiri Khan

This morning the bay at Prachuap Kiri Khan was dark with rain on the way. I decided to wait a few hours before heading south. My first stop was at Waghor Antique Train Exhibit, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/aL1WUWLHYbpKhc8Q6

Next was trying to follow the coast line further south and hitting dead ends where Google maps showed roads, eventually finding a small pier with a bright and new looking Mosque here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wchf5NyaW7bEj4ss9

Then on to Lemon Bay, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/rNsBbjWvWmWzBHSCA

From here I was going to go to Wanakorn Beach, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/93WyHPviufdQCKYu5

But being inside a National Park with fee to enter, I decided to cross road 4 and loop back on smaller roads.

https://www.relive.cc/view/v1Ow57DYgXq

February 28

Day 6. Prachuap Kiri Khan Ao Manao and Border ride.

The map of the ride is incomplete, but all the viewpoints are below.

My first stop today was not far at An Manao beach, I was waved through security at first but refused access to the actual beach road by a Navy guard, he was very polite and explained how to get there. Strangely enough after looping around it appeared I could ride all along from the south side. But i just took a photo at the beach promenade and rode on.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/c6S5ae34K4VjEcNf9

I then rode to Klong Wan Fishing Pier, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/b6Vwtofie4fNMjnv7

Just up the road was Klong Wan new Fishing Pier, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/aPUkhcDRg32DyxBF7

It was very busy there with boats still being unloaded.

Not far was the Statue of King Rama IV, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/BnXP6VA9i6i5BBro6

I then headed inland to Huai Nam Chon Reservoir which was very small and did some exploring in the pineapple fields.

Next was Klong Wa Thon Reservoir that was nearly empty, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/KxNEEkgpSAod1JsX8

Riding towards the Burmese Border I stopped at Wang Takhian Reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZMCYnPwPHTCLRTre9

I did not get very close to the border and turned around at Sing Khon Border Crossing Station, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/evbnQVTfq393A9d98

Soon after leaving it started raining heavily all the way back to Prachuap Kiri Khan.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vRO7ezL9Eyq

February 27

13 hours ago, johng said:

By the look of that piston he should check the 2 stroke oil mix also check that there is no water in the fuel..I had terrible problems on my water cooled 2 stroker because ( my guess) of coolant leaking in the combustion chamber causing piston seizures..won't be coolant as the Vespa is air-cooled but could be water in the petrol.

Last night it was being stripped right down and hopefully the issue found and repaired.

February 27

Day 5. Prachuap Kiri Khan exploring

To update about the Vespa, the bike is still being worked on. If not repairable Mike will ride another bike back.

I spent the morning exploring inland from Prachuap Kiri Khan, my first two intended stops were reservoirs I could not find, but there was plenty of green laning exploring.

I then found Chum Num Malako Reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/52hk7ow8uBd58esAA

I spent a while exploring the pineapple fields in the area before riding back to photograph Saranwithi Pier and then went for a cold beer.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/7a6di1Xf8P6U4trc9

https://www.relive.cc/view/vWqBm7pMoQ6

February 27

16 minutes ago, papa al said:

The Vespa is a 2T.?

Lubrication-problem failure.?

Broken ring.?

All of the above possibly, it's back in Chonburi being checked out.

February 27

1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:

Check out the temple on the northern end of Ban Krut bay it, has the most extraordinary stained glass I've seen on any temple in Thailand, it's really worth a visit. Nice area. Very peaceful. Great beaches.

Thanks, i will google it

February 27

4 hours ago, BTB1977 said:

I would choose your riding partners better. A junk bike can really ruin a ride. Your lucky it exploded. Know you can enjoy the rest of your ride.

Just bad luck, i have ridden with him before, a great guy to ride with. We will ride on together as it stands.

February 26

Day 4. Hua Hin to Prachuap Kiri Khan.

Today unfortunately a few kilometers after starting our trip the Vespa decided to give up and die. Mike has tried his best and he and the Vespa are in his pickup back to Chonburi.

As it stands he is riding back to meet me on another bike and I will wait a Prachuap Kiri Khan for him.

Today’s photos shop Mike’s beachside workshop yesterday, his abandoned Vespa in Hua Hin and my ride following the coast roads as far as possible.

My first stop was Three Palm Trees, Pranburi, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/zYnabDXHHUetA4uy9

Then Khao Kra Lok mountain on the coast, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/rNknzAiEGdexvSKGA

Then Sam Roi Yot Beach area, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/mdExLtF7gdEGPkJ49

I then stopped at Dead End Road at Kamnan Dam Road, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/PMFcpFsJ34GgmPbj7

Next stop was Wa Khao Beach with the swings, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8h6UnvPVjp6BYAH96

I then continued to Prachuap Kiri Khan, another hot ride finished with cold beer.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vKv2nVQ3j4v

February 25

Day 3. Exploring Hua Hin westward

Today I went riding alone and headed west. My first stop was at Khao Hin Lek Fai, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/zCMX4mNY7N3WobG19

After my walk back from the rocky viewpoint I found one of the local monkeys had tried to steal my water bottle, when buying a new one it tried to steal a bag off the bike too!

From here I rode on to Khao Nokkrichib Reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wtc3ZE1JWV6GLXMb6

This was just a small reservoir and not so interesting.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/ThCnksdqo4fskJoa9

As was this reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/4wsEDFiP83Rv8Zu58

Next was Ban Pa La-U Reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vz7KgubWR6zqBBJUA

There are some massive earthworks near here and it appears they are enlarging the present reservoir or building a new one besides it.

The waterfall of the same name is in a national park, so I gave it a miss and rode to Reservoir Sao Ha, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/iszwtki594QiKGng9

There were some nice views of the mountains behind it. I then returned to Hua Hin.

Mike has already returned and is working on his bike, so we should be on the way in the morning.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vMv8GNWgzPq

February 24

56 minutes ago, jvs said:

Good luck in getting it going again,you could have stopped here in Cha-am we have a shop full of tools.

In about one hour we are heading South also,tomorrow we will be in Ban Krut i think.

Tonight probably in Pa-mak.a great place to camp but because of the long weekend it will be busy.

Maybe we can meet up somewhere for a cold drink or so.

We will also be heading to Chumphon,the beach there is also great to camp.

Our group will be 6 people this time.

Shop location for reference please.

February 24

38 minutes ago, jvs said:

Good luck in getting it going again,you could have stopped here in Cha-am we have a shop full of tools.

In about one hour we are heading South also,tomorrow we will be in Ban Krut i think.

Tonight probably in Pa-mak.a great place to camp but because of the long weekend it will be busy.

Maybe we can meet up somewhere for a cold drink or so.

We will also be heading to Chumphon,the beach there is also great to camp.

Our group will be 6 people this time.

Mike will come back tomorrow morning if possible, difficult to firm up anything until bike is running.

I will update here when i know, but hopefully meet up.

February 24

Day 1. Today was the first day of a tour to the south of Thailand with my Mate Mike on his 60 year old Vespa, with me riding my CT125.

The ride up to the ferry crossing in Bangkok was ok considering the heat. But the road works heading south made things difficult with Google maps also getting confused at times.

Not long after lunch Mike the Vespa had some issues with the headstock slipping which was eventually repaired Basil Fawlty with a hammer.

Back on the road the Vespa started having more issues and we could only get it running by me towing it and bump starting it. We eventually got to Hua Hin after a very hot day.

Day 2. Today we got the Vespa to a shop that specializes in Vespa’s but the staff were not available to help.

Mike is now going back to Chonburi to pick up the spares required, hopefully back on the road tomorrow or Monday morning.

https://www.relive.cc/view/v26MjzmkMEq

February 15

4 hours ago, Dibbler said:

“The government was thinking about charging tourists a special fee to help pay for this insurance, but they've decided to wait a while. For now, they will usegovernment money to help tourists in need.”

Wow, so people who pay tax in Thailand are to foot the medical bills for random tourists who hurt themselves. Knowing this hospitals are free to charge what they want for the misadventures of a few who should have taken out travel insurance. Amazing Thailand indeed!

The government has been taxing all flights with a fee for medical help for years.
You used to have to pay at a kiosk at the airport, but they added it to ticket prices.
So nom the tax payers should not be paying as the government has the money already, but...........

February 12

On 2/10/2024 at 7:56 PM, stix40 said:

Dude

I have had owned montessa and bultaco trials bikes

Yamaha Enduro bikes

YZ Scramble bikes

Harley Davidson Monkey bikes

And push bikes !

All ridden in and off road .

Europe and Asia.

So the answer is yes !

Great, just asking 🙂

February 10

13 minutes ago, uttradit said:

Tourists don't have Thai licences and most no motorbike licence.

Why do you think that?

February 10

1 minute ago, uttradit said:

The average tourist has no licence.

From their own country, who knows. Thai licence most likely.

February 10

3 hours ago, stix40 said:

If he had rented a car instead, he would still be able to look after his family.

Was it worth feeling the dusty air in your face ?

Having ridden all around Thailand 100,000+++km i would say yes.
Have you ridden here, do you have any experience of riding anywhere?

February 10

1 hour ago, stix40 said:

Rent a car and make sure you have adequate insurance.

Forget about motorbikes

Here !

Best way to travel Thailand is a motorbike, try it one day.

February 10

3 hours ago, sfbandung said:

I have lost track of the number of people I have warned about not riding a motorbike in Thailand. It should go without saying that if you don't hold a valid license to ride the same sized bike in your home country then you will not be insured. Every travel insurance policy I have seen explicitly says this. Same as no coverage for alcohol related incidents.

Bloody lucky the missus was wearing a helmet. I have very sympathy for the young family involved but now a hopefully generous public are being called upon to fund what was irresponsible behaviour.

Do you ride here?

February 6

14 hours ago, Dmaxdan said:

Or just do the sensible thing and refrain from riding motorcycles full stop.

Best way by far to see Thailand.

January 29

Yesterday was the last day of my ride, day 87. I was riding to Koh Chang, but at the last minute changed my mind.

It’s been a great ride, seen great views and no punctures or accidents! Just short of 14k at 13,925km

The screenshots are of yesterdays ride and my whole trip.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vYvrQV42wxq

January 27

Today was another interesting day exploring Ban Kruat. Heading north east I was on small roads and farmers tracks just outside of town. My first stop was Lahan Sai Mai Reservoir, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/7Tmp4Mhx5GsY6crF8

I rode all around it on good tracks, finding a large charcoal kiln here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/eXAKqSVDVT1eebKD6

Next to it was the walk behind tractor, locally called a tak tak I understand, pumping water out of the reservoir.

Further round a rescued a turtle that was cooking in the sun and took it to the edge of the reservoir.

I looped north and back to road 224 mostly off road before returning to Ban Kruat.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vZqN17eV8G6

January 25

Today was an easy 200km ride from Korat to Ban Kruat in Buriram. The only photos are my breakfast at Da and Ped’s bar and restaurant, here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/HWcKZ3Y6UpQSEi78A

And the Gaia map

January 24

This morning I rode up to Putsa Reservoir to look for off road tracks. There are many all around the area. My starting point at the reservoir was here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/AoupfuCPA75HEyqW9

Almost all of my ride in the area was off road, and fun.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vJOK4xeDLw6