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i went up to to Ban Bueng today and after numerous enquires with the locals by my Mrs. no one knew where it was although we were sent out on a wild goose chase to some little dirt track until we ran out of time and had to go back to Pattaya..

Anyone got GPS info ??? cheers

No GPS info. No help from the locals. Sounds like a real mission. I'll see if I can get over there in the next few days.

Hmm, let's see if this works...

http://maps.google.c...ailand&t=h&z=15

Phanat Nikhom is in Chonburi province.

Hi guys,

I don't know a lot about motorcycle mechanics and I have never taken lessons. I've learned a lot in the last few years but there is still a lot I want to learn.My first bike was a Phantom, followed by a Super 4, a Ninjette 250, and now my beloved ER6N. I am looking for a riding buddy or buddies who don't mind hanging out with a dude who is more of a listener than a talker. I usually have my little wife on the back and I've never met a person who didn't like her. I am located in Phanat Nikhom and my days off are Sundays and Mondays. I've recently purchased a GPS so meeting-up will not be a problem. I belong to an "MC" and I love those guys like brothers, but they don't speak much English and my Thai isn't very good. I want to see more of Thailand, learn more about motorcycles, and enjoy some conversation about anything in general! I'm a non-confrontational Canadian who enjoys a few drinks on the weekend but of course, safety is top priority when riding so I don't drink-and-ride.

^ sounds like a fun mission. Should have done that today (my day off). I know where Ban Beung is but I dont know where the track is located. I can ride into town and ask around unless someone has GPS co-ordinates?

More info about the track can be found here

http://www.enigmathailand.com/

Website with countdown

http://enigmacircuit.com/

Nice. I live in Phanat Nikhom. Just around the corner

My friend just got back from a trip home to San Francisco with China Air and he said it was a horrible experience. He was travelling with his wife and 2 daughters.

He'd like to try a different airline but is not sure what options are available for a comfortable/cheap flight.

TIA for any suggestions/recommendations

We're heading down to Rayong and I can see there are two routes. The first route is via the 331 and second via the 344. Just wondering which highway is the one of choice for smooth riding.

The foam is available at Carrefour. You can also get those puncture repair kits where you plug the whole at Kawasaki in Pattaya.

Decided to go with the Evergeen. Thanks all!

My wife, mom (60 yrs old), and I will be visiting Hong Kong for 3 nights and I have noticed that hotels are very expensive. I'm looking for hotel recommendations. Is it possible to find a comfortable triple room for <3000 baht in a decent area?

We're heading down to Phuket/Ko Lanta etc in December and I was wondering if anyone has taken the train down south and whether it is worthwhile? "We" includes my 60 year old mom so it would have to be comfortable and have a lot of nice scenery otherwise we'll take the plane.

Thanks for your help

That's a small picture.

So my wife and I are heading to Hong Kong. I just want to confirm that Thais dont need a visa to visit HKG. We have a return ticket booked. Do we need to show money? We are a little nervous as we don't share the same last name. Thanks for any pointers for those who have been to HKG with their Thai spouse

I use a soft wire brush (20 Baht) and kerosene (20 Baht).

One of my chains after 15000km:

That's a nice looking chain. I really need to clean my properly. Can you post a photo of the brush?

Time to get the chain and sprockets changed on my ER6N. Do I need to call ahead to the Rama 9 shop or do they have stock and I can just drop in?

Love trip reports. Thanks!

Thanks for the post geriatrickid.

Cathay and EVA seem to be the best airlines, although the highest priced. Both come out to around $1800 CAD inc taxes.

Will the prices come down between now and December?

Thanks for the excellent response MisterBean

Hi folks,

My mother is visiting in December for 3 weeks. She's located in Toronto. Just wondering what the different recommended airlines are that fly out here are and which to avoid.

Thanks

How about the focus on education for a while and actually teach them something for a change. Don't worry about their clothes.

That would be AGAINST school policy.

Learning gives the students headaches.

I need a holiday! Shut us down!

why the hel_l are you riding on that broken ass ghetto track!

I was thinking the same thing. I've been riding on better roads here in Thailand, not many but a few..