umbanda Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 That's is very cool my friend!!!...I am looking for one in my town to buy, but I cannot find any .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoisyourdaddy Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Nice looking clean rig. You got a good deal. I too have been looking at Tuk Tuks and the prices mentioned are in line. A new one is around $4000 or so. I paid $13,000 for my little Kubota so $4000 for a Tuk Tuk is a good deal for me. My big concern is getting a Thai license. I can not learn to read or write thai. I think you will find, a real tuk tuk, as in the ones used in BKK are more like $10 000, for some reason those things are really expansive. There are electric ones out now, good specs but again prices are almost same as a car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffreyWitty Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I have the opposite of one of these - the SEL-ENG (?). Basically the back half of a motorbike, front half a 2 wheel pushcart. The steering is done with the bar on the cart! It's GREAT! Not too fast but its a beast for runs to the market and hauling rice or lumber up in isaan. PS - I absolutely love it! Perfectly suitable to take water jugs around to refill while human traffic small children. (I am joking of course! My niece LOVES to ride in it.) I forgot to add, it cose less than 30,000 baht. Used frame, new engine and tires. No speedometer (not needed since 45km seems to be top speed). Turning isaan girls heads - priceless! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thakkar Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 (edited) Cool ride, Krisb. I bet you really pull the chicks with that sleek machine. I'm guessing that is why Mrs. T won't let *me* buy one! Cheers T Edited February 17, 2014 by Thakkar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedBullHorn Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Nice looking clean rig. You got a good deal. I too have been looking at Tuk Tuks and the prices mentioned are in line. A new one is around $4000 or so. I paid $13,000 for my little Kubota so $4000 for a Tuk Tuk is a good deal for me. My big concern is getting a Thai license. I can not learn to read or write thai. Thai driver license have english option and questionairs are in english multiple choice. 50 questions if i can recall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post simosiam Posted February 17, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2014 I raided my saleng from Phuket to Malaysia border in Satun by way of Phattalung 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrwallettt Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I'm in the states with my Thai wife, but if I lived there I would definitely buy one. Excellent choice!!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 This is our TUK-TUK in Nakhon Sawan. Chinese made CHAMP from the local Dealer [see PIC]. Paid 74,000.00 THB with all accessories [canopy'side wall curtains all round , etc] 107 cc semi-auto ... GREAT unit can carry up to 350kg; fold down panels on rear and both sides; I made my own windscreen later. Took it all the way to CHIANG MAI 3 years ago just after purchase. Made my own wooden seats for 6 persons in rear. Great for shopping and the markets. Went everywhere in the flooding 2 years ago and never missed a beat. I think I was the first FARANG to own one in Nakhon Sawan. AND my WIFE [Thai] and family just love it !!! Although they originally thought I was "MAD" [TingTong] brianlg@@iprimus.com.au NewBikes 004 10x8.jpgNewBikes 005.jpgChamp 001.jpgChamp 004.jpgChamp 003.jpgChamp 005.jpgChampShop 002.jpg Hey Brian, check out that 3 wheel thing in the shop behind you guys in the pic. Do you have any details on it or are you able to post a pic of it here for me? Looks interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Nice looking clean rig. You got a good deal. I too have been looking at Tuk Tuks and the prices mentioned are in line. A new one is around $4000 or so. I paid $13,000 for my little Kubota so $4000 for a Tuk Tuk is a good deal for me. My big concern is getting a Thai license. I can not learn to read or write thai. Thai driver license have english option and questionairs are in english multiple choice. 50 questions if i can recall. Yep tuk tuks you need a license, which an international license would cover. Sam lors like it seems a few of us have you don't need any license. They are farm equipment you could say, for transporting around village farms, but now are also used as Issan taxis, just like the tuk tuks in Bkk (but much cheaper to hire and you won't get taken/abducted to jewellery shops) ...but you probably already knew this. Here's the catch...DO NOT have any accidents on them or you will be screwed I dare say. I usually travel at about 25km/hr max around the village. When we do the rare run into Chumphae, about 30km away, I drive with real care and keep wits about me at a nice safe speed. If my wife's in it she usually smacks me in the head to slow down a bit even though I'm taking it easy, it feels faster sitting in the back of them. I actually feel safer driving this around than the Hilux. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Cool ride, Krisb. I bet you really pull the chicks with that sleek machine. I'm guessing that is why Mrs. T won't let *me* buy one! Cheers T Yeah I look pretty sexy on it mate .... No I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 That's is very cool my friend!!!...I am looking for one in my town to buy, but I cannot find any .... Chumphae have 2 shops selling them. If you really wanted 1 you could get it shipped to you or ride it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipperylobster Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Chinese rebuilt motor? That would help explain the low price. If it is fun...then do it. Tuk tuks are known for their amazing maneuverability and speed, and everyone will stay out of the way. Besides, you can charge 100 baht a ride for Russian tourists, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Why be ashamed?This is Thailand.Nice ride my man do it your way.Here is issan way.Like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smotherb Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I am surprised that your wife isn't ashamed. I always thought they were kind of cool, but was quickly informed not over my dead body. And, what type of Mercedes does your father-in-law drive? Take back your pants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucjoker Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I own one of these, 86000 baht, 150cc Get pulled over all the time by the cops to ask where I got it from as they wanted to get one for their wife image.jpg This is the real thing,look at the frontfork,this will steer perfect . The other one looks like it had a big accident ,the front fork almost stands vertical? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 (edited) oh dear......down south luckily no, leave it up to the locals who would much prefer a pick up if they had the $$ ,......nah..... , I'm not going even going to get into this "follow isarn style" way of living.... please guys, dont make a fool out of yourselves. Go ahead, blast away....... just arrived here...dont know ziltch Just arrived,you hawe to learn a lot.make it issan way and you hawe fun and a lot of people like it Edited February 17, 2014 by homsiam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I wonder why one doesn't need a license to drive it".....it's a 250cc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smotherb Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 These are Chinese utility vehicles, motorcycle front-end and pick-up back-end, sometimes even with a dump bed. They are many of them in use here in the South. Don't confuse them with the Sam Lor in Bangkok or its driver-enclosed variation in Trang--which are more scooter-like and originally had Japanese drive-chains. However, these are fun to drive and quite practical for its cost efficiency and use effectiveness. I like the look you have created. Years ago, almost every Thai commercial vehicle was decked out in graphics, colors, lights and chrome--similar to some of the outrageous trucks in India. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 (edited) Errr...Sorry to intrude~ Mine.. I love it Issan way its the way Electric motor : 800w Battery : 48v 20Ah Charge once of 5-8hr will travel 40-55km depending on load. Max load (for this version) : 500kg Dumpster size : 130cm x 95cm Max climb : 40° Max speed full charge (empty, no load) : 50-55kph Max speed full charge (583kg load including me) : 30-35kph Distance from home to farm : 830m Auctioned price i paid on that day : ฿22'000 Delivery : ฿800 Commission : ฿3'000 Made In China. P.S= That is a big pooch by the way, a 46kg Golden Retriever. The dumpster is not small. Edited February 17, 2014 by homsiam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Errr...Sorry to intrude~ Mine.. Electric motor : 800w Battery : 48v 20Ah Charge once of 5-8hr will travel 40-55km depending on load. Max load (for this version) : 500kg Dumpster size : 130cm x 95cm Max climb : 40° Max speed full charge (empty, no load) : 50-55kph Max speed full charge (583kg load including me) : 30-35kph Distance from home to farm : 830m Auctioned price i paid on that day : ฿22'000 Delivery : ฿800 Commission : ฿3'000 Made In China. P.S= That is a big pooch by the way, a 46kg Golden Retriever. The dumpster is not small. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 (edited) Sorry get in wrong on the post Edited February 17, 2014 by homsiam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 By the way love your ride,Where the west 1procent issan 555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipperylobster Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I am jealous..... You could park that in any parking lane and never get a citation. The bed is really the kicker.....Nice and simple, but very useful and cost effective. Can I order one without a retriever..or is that standard option? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Hope you dont prang it and end up in hospital, no license, no accident/health insurance. This bike to go to farm and fore market thing not ride on highway,You not think him hawe an other bike also 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bujan Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 What kind of a driving license must you have to drive a sam lor ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 What kind of a driving license must you have to drive a sam lor ? You must have missed it in the thread, no license needed or registered either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I am jealous..... You could park that in any parking lane and never get a citation. The bed is really the kicker.....Nice and simple, but very useful and cost effective. Can I order one without a retriever..or is that standard option? I assumed that the dog was the built-in security-system, comes with the vehicle ? Whenever Mrs R says she wants her own 'wheels', I offer to buy her a tuk-tuk, she hasn't taken me up on the offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 I am jealous..... You could park that in any parking lane and never get a citation. The bed is really the kicker.....Nice and simple, but very useful and cost effective. Can I order one without a retriever..or is that standard option? I assumed that the dog was the built-in security-system, comes with the vehicle ? Whenever Mrs R says she wants her own 'wheels', I offer to buy her a tuk-tuk, she hasn't taken me up on the offer. You just offer to take her for a ride in the new tuk tuk you just bought! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLCrab Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Classy looking machine KB Do you consider this safer than a standard bike? I'm surprised it was only 50,000 Baht. Seems quite the bargain Perhaps safer, you feel like you have a bit more around you but it's not smooth like the Hondas or decent bikes are. Doesn't take off like my Clik i does either. Not quality parts, mainly unknown Chinese parts but it's now got a few k's on it and no problems yet. Does it have the standard Isaan screeching metal-on-metal brake drums? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homsiam Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 (edited) Nice looking clean rig. You got a good deal. I too have been looking at Tuk Tuks and the prices mentioned are in line. A new one is around $4000 or so. I paid $13,000 for my little Kubota so $4000 for a Tuk Tuk is a good deal for me. My big concern is getting a Thai license. I can not learn to read or write thai. There vill not get a problem for you to get a drivinglisence, Just go to the locall office fore drivinglisence and they make it four you,If you can speak some thai ok but you put upp the money they will help you,If i not forgett its about 500b,That what i pay last year here in issan my english Edited February 17, 2014 by homsiam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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