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Of course 7/11 is still giving out bags. Do you really think they would do anything that might cost them money?

17 hours ago, darksidedog said:

While I agree wholeheartedly that anyone who uses a hospital should pay their bill, I think a major point is being overlooked. Tourism generates billions of dollars for the economy. Tourism is also by all accounts other than TAT in sharp decline. That number may well reduce further if every tourist has to pay out for an insurance policy, which may or may not cover problems they encounter. Maybe they should weigh the 448 million baht against the potential tens of billions they might lose.

There is so much wrong with your logic.

 

So you are saying: Thailand makes a lot of money from tourism therefor they shouldn't complain when people don't pay their hospital bills. If you let them pay their bills they might not come to Thailand anymore.

 

I honestly expected more common sense from a moderator. Unbelievable.

15 hours ago, Isaanbiker said:

Please do not buy a Royal Enfield. These bikes are so rubbish that it's already insane. They start shaking at 80 km/h and there's quite a lot wrong with these bikes.

 

   I'd ridden a Bullet 250 in India for a few months and I was impressed. Please watch the movie and it's an Indian who tells you what's wrong...!  

 

 

and it's an Indian who tells you what's wrong...!  

 

Meaning?

1 hour ago, kickstart said:

Last week KTM won the Dakar rally, 10 days and 5000 Km's this year a lot of sand dunes ...........for the 17th time on the trot, I would say the quality would be as good as the parent Austrian company.

I would say the RE's, with to-days technology, they would be as good as any other modern bike, I would have one, a good bike for Thailand, with the bad roads etc, have had a look at one, Lopburi has a dealership. 

KTM had 18 straight wins

On 12/17/2014 at 8:10 AM, BKKBike09 said:

^ Coming down Sathorn when you turn left into Charoen Krung, keep on going till you come to the fire station on your left. These guys are right opposite the fire station on the main road (number 206/1-3 Charoen Krung Rd).

You can call Khun Bay, one of the owners, on 081 696 0707. He speaks good English.

is this one still around? anyone knows another good wrapping place in BKK?

Drink more!  Hot weather and aircos will dry out your body.  Many people are dehydrated without realizing. I drink at least 4 liters mineral water a day . At least...

With money and effort this problem can be dealt with. So many sick minds here that blame the dogs for this problem. Humans have created this mess and humans should solve it.  The billions that were stolen from the rice scam alone could have solved it. Blame the corrupt politicians who have become stinking rich filling their pockets with tax money the last decades. Don't blame the poor dogs and cats.  They are suffering.. 

I have on since 2.5 years. Very comfy!! Not fast but smooth. The little engine has a lot of character. Spares are available and not expensive. I paid 105,000 (125cc). I am still happy I bought it. I ride it everyday and haven't had any issues (of course).


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Low spec USD forks on low spec bikes is just show.


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Visited their show room at Tong Lo. They are in the process of opening dealerships across the country. They sold 1700 bikes since they opened (@Tong Lo). Next time I am going to take one for a spin. For anyone interested in this bike, I don't think there is a waiting list for any of the models. They have A LOT of new bikes in stock. And the Himalaya is coming soon.

Maaan, I love 2 smokes. Just can't see myself riding one with my weight (95kg).


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Only looking forward to the Yammy T7

http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-t7-first-test/


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Obviously you haven't traveled much.  There are even places in farangland where you can pee on the street with crowds passing by. I'm assuming you're from somewhere like Utah or North Dakota??
 

 
 
 
 

This is in Holland. You can find them in many cities.


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--The suspect claimed she was given the tube of chocolate by a passenger on the plane during her flight back from Vietnam, adding that she had no idea that the tube was filled with cocaine--

Haven't read all the posts but on page 4 it says: A chocolate tube filled with coke. Surely it must have been 251 grams.

No, you haven't, have you?

Thank you for reminding me why I haven't been posting on TVF for a long time.

--The suspect claimed she was given the tube of chocolate by a passenger on the plane during her flight back from Vietnam, adding that she had no idea that the tube was filled with cocaine--

Haven't read all the posts but on page 4 it says: A chocolate tube filled with coke. Surely it must have been 251 grams.

Or you can order the original parts, they're distributed from the same warehouse other parts you can order...

Sure but to make it look like the Tricolor they sell in other countries you'll have to pay how much? All the fairing parts, handlebar, rims, seat, tank, fenders, hand guards. I'm sure I missed something. Probably a nice set at 30k THB or so.

Some parts you buy, some you wrap and some you leave as is. Never van make it 100% same. I would start buy buying fenders, fairing and other simple plastic parts from Honda. Tank you wrap. Handlebars will be very cheap to buy. Wheels will be biggest problem. But most problems you can powder coat them in gold. If possible, it will be around 1000 thb a piece.

I would buy DCT on this kind of bike. The engine is not "exciting" enough that you need MT. I see this as a comfortable and safe go anywhere bike. Really the perfect bike for Thailand. It's a shame that the DCT is not available in Tri col or red/black/white. Don't forget that the AT makes it also easier to ride for many. Also safer.

^ yes same company. Old Ducati showroom.

http://www.kkpc.co.th/contact-1-1/

I use this company in Bangkok. Cheap, fast and they do speak English. 500thb rear wheel and 200thb for handle bars is what I paid a couple of months ago.

And it was for my Multistrada..

Most probably Paddock Bangkok. That's where I bought my Sidi boots. Really love this brand. Call them. Their English is good. They can also order stuff.

That PDFs is for some commodities mainly coming from 3rd world countries in order to make sure the poor still make some money. Protecting the locals from the multinationals.

I am sure that there is no export tax on a bike when taking out of the Thailand.

Heat on legs is often caused by the fan as mentioned. An "open" aftermarket exhaust system gets rid of the heat better. If you wear proper clothing you won't feel the heat that much. BKK traffic is the worst place to be with a big bike.

Sorry to be a downer, but my neighbour had a crash on his bike (er6n in central BKK) 2 nights ago and passed away, his wife still in ICU. Fairly young guy, an only son taking care of his elderly mother. A very sad story, and something that has got me thinking.

Do you guys worry about death and injury on your bike? Riding bikes is, without a doubt, the most dangerous thing any of us do on a daily basis. I find that stories such as these give me pause and make me wonder whether I should quit while I'm ahead. Then, inveitably, after a few days the worry leaves my mind and I begin zipping around town like a bat out of hell again.

Do others have thoughts of quitting?

Thailand is one of the most dangerous countries to ride a bike. I hear stories of foreigners being killed almost on a weekly basis lately. I haven't been riding my bike much lately because of this. Only twice the last 5 months. Been riding big bikes for 8 years now in Thailand and have done about 100,000 kms. So far no real dangerous situations encountered but still....