DILLIGAD

If I want to change my 2013 model I would seriously consider this version. Seems to address most of the niggling faults of the current one.....in theory

And look like a V Strom

33 inch seat height may limit a few potential buyers unfortunately. It seems a very well equipped bike and looks good too, which is unusual for its genre.

My wife is approached monthly with requests from local ladies to find them a falang. Some are dogs some are definitely not; the the cute ones tend to get fixed as soon as they go online; some of the desperate ones head off to Pats never to be heard of again.

Perhaps I should start a sideline business!

As an Agony Aunt? SS

hey mate, cheers for the reply... not too far, if your ever in this area and fancy a beer or ten give me a shout!

There is a handful of Farangs who go to the MSK football matches and it usually ends in a beer afterwards

Paint it a fluorescent colour ( the stand, not the bike) and maybe that might help? Disc lock are usually like that too.

I live in very rural Loei and use a True H 3g dongle and it is very good. and you can take a laptop any where and it works.

How long to download a movie torrent?

3BB also cover some areas outside Sisaket

Has Yammy given out any official statement about this (what seems) universal need for improvements?

Yamaha has given an official statement on this from day one: The price tag.

Good point and perhaps today's recall notice mentioned in 'Motorcyclist magazine' Facebook page re faulty wiring?

I've had supplies from a few different sources and the beer-taste seems to have gone downhill lately (out of date stock or copies????no idea)

Has anyone else noticed a change???

V Strom 1000 is also available now for 698,000b.

I see the official suzuki wenbsite is also advertising the V Strom 1000 as being available here now for 698,000b. Good news!

Hi Peter, Welcome. I live in Surin/Buriram. Try joining the Surin Farang Forum. There is section on to do with Sisaket. In fact I am planning on visiting Sisaket in the near future. Perhaps we can meet up and have a drink. I come from across the ditch.

Let me know when your coming over here, Les. I must owe you a beer or 3. Franks place has a Facebook page called 'Livin in the past'. There is also a nice Thai/Farang restaurant called 'Pop in' that's good too!'

I revved up my bike next to a car yesterday and the car alarm went off, the lights flashed.

Does that make me a 'Pui' ?

thanks for the help guys. my current visa runs until january3rd 2015, so i guess they will stamp me until then.

You current what?

ive been in a few lakes in Isarn - those leaches are scary and i didn't stop bleeding for like 24 hours.

Those big Catfish are also pretty scary

Many also have an abundance of broken tree stumps in them too.

Hmmn ... yes also got excited for a minute or two. Would love a 400cc version of the tu250x, but the side view looks decidedly russian.

Back in '78 my riding buddy had an sr500 ... It could be a real ankle breaking bitch to start at times. I think an electric leg on the sr400

would be a good option.

Or both, like the RE Continental GT

+1 for Panda Riders shop

Peter, to work on a government school you need a degree in education. That should be your first hurdle ( I believe).

If I am wrong about your situation, I apologise.

Hi Dilligad, I just have a TEFL-certificate (which means: 3-months-teacher-training at a private language school), after that I taught at those language schools for 4 years, but never at government schools yet.

Some people told me there are teacher positions in Isaan for non-native English speakers just holding TEFL.

maybe that means: at Technology Colleges etc. , but not at government schools ?

Unfortunately I don´t have Bachelor/Master/TOEIC.

Because I got a Thai wife from Sisaket Province (and a little daughter) I want to try to get a teaching job in that area.

I am 49, German and it seems to be impossible (too old) to strive for further degrees, right ?

Thank you very much in advance for your advice

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Peter, to work on a government school you need a degree in education. That should be your first hurdle ( I believe).

If I am wrong about your situation, I apologise.

You seem to be getting more comments about your "style" of communication rather than actually getting raw data for research.

It may be worth considering changing your approach to get a better result or any result at all?

Just an observation.

Dunno what scooters you have been using but if it's the small ones maybe try one of the bigger ones forca or pcx,although I have never ridden one the pcx looks really comfortable for the longer journeys I imagine the pcx are ideal for a fun and relaxed ride that would be more about taking in the scenery than racing from bend to bend. ,failing that if you want to move up to a proper bike probably the cbr 250 or ninjas 250.

I'm looking to go up north to do a bit of riding myself in Dec/Jan and will be looking to hire a bike probably opt for versys

You will definitely not go wrong with the Versys. It has en extremely sitting position, almost upright. It this group ride at the end of the year takes off, I will probably be riding up on my Versys too.

The PCX is also very comfortable but lacking in the power department naturally, compared to the 650's. I once rode my PCX from Bkk to Yasothon (close to 600 km) and while it was comfy, it took a long time so I had it trucked back instead.

His budget is 80,000b !!!!!

Thanks for the review Jack. I think these bikes could be a lot of fun for cruising around and doing a few trips in comfort and style. I'm guessing the kick start will get easier as you get used to it and the engine beds down.

I agree because the initial designer had a gammy ankle and that's why they have the de-compression lever near the clutch lever, so I have read.

Good luck

Most Isaan provinces have pie makers, so I doubt if that's a deciding factor for a life changing move. : )

Has Yammy given out any official statement about this (what seems) universal need for improvements?