Motorcycling in the Philippines

[SkyMan 23,041]

9 hours ago, noddle said:

is there an engine size restrictions in the Philippines ?,

I believe you have to have at least 400cc to ride on the toll roads around Manila.

[Soupeod 6,936]

Nice example of the Hima and the Classic.

[Soupeod 6,936]

 

[Soupeod 6,936]

 

[Soupeod 6,936]

 

[RR3 520]

 

[Soupeod 6,936]

http://www.motortrade.com.ph/motorcycles/compare/yamaha-r3/kawasaki-dominar-400

 

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	YAMAHA R3		KAWASAKI Bajaj Dominar 400
	Php 239,000		Php 165,000
	Downpayment  Php 65,000	Monthly Payment Php 7,444	Downpayment  Php 34,000	Monthly Payment Php 6,920
Frame	Backbone		Backbone
Category	Pang Sports		Pang Sports
Engine Type	4-stroke, Liquid-Cooled, dohc, 4-valve / Cylinder		Triple spark 4-valve DTS-i engine, closed fuel injection, liquid cooled
Displacement (cc)	321		373.3 cc
Bore x Stroke (mm)	68.0mm x 44.1mm
Fuel Capacity (L)	14 Liters		13 Liters
Max Output (kW)
Ignition Type	TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Front Suspension	Telescopic		Telescopic, 43mm forks
Engine Oil Capacity (L)	2.40 Liters
Front Tire	110/70-17 (Tubeless)		110/70-17 Radial
Wheels Type
Starting System	Electric Starter
Transmission Type	Constant Mesh, 6-Speed
Brake System (Front / Rear)	Hydraulic single disk / Hydraulic single disk		Twin-channel ABS, 320 dia disc / Twin-channel ABS, 230 dia disc
Wet Weight (with oil & fuel)	166 kg		182 kg
Seat Height	780 mm
Fuel
Maximum Horse Power	31.1kW (42.3PS) / 10,750 r/min		35 PS @ 8000 RPM
Maximum Torque	30.2 N·m (3.1 kgf·m) / 9,000 r/min		35 Nm @ 6500 RPM
Gear Shift Pattern	1st=2.500, 2nd=1.824, 3rd=1.348, 4th=1.087, 5th=0.920, 6th=0.800
Carburator Type
Compression Ratio	11.2:1
Rear Suspension	Monocross		Multi-step adjustable mono shock
Rear Tire	140/70-17 (Tubeless)		150/60-17 Radial
Overall Dimensions (lenght x width x height)	2,090 mm X 720 mm X 1,135 mm		2156mm X 813mm X 1112mm
Wheelbase	1,380 mm		1453 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance	160 mm		157 mm
Dry Weight (without oil & Fuel)
Cylinder Arrangement
Lubrication System	Wet sump
Fuel System	Fuel injection
Clutch Type	Wet, Multiple Disc		Slipper clutch
Frame Type	Diamond		Beam type perimeter frame
Headlight	Halogen bulb / 12V, 55W x 1, 55W x 1
Primary/Secondary Reduction Ratio
Top Speed
Combination Brake System
Turning Radius
Security System
Taillight
Instruments

 

 

[RR3 520]

Category

Pang Sports

[+Dafey 14,454]

 

[RR3 520]

Now This is more funnee 

[RR3 520]

750cc wins 400cc. But just. HD is a joke 

[RR3 520]

Duke390 beats HD750. And 'cause R3 beats Duke390 so 

[RR3 520]

Inndia boys should take some real off-road bikes w proper tires when going up slippery slope 

[ROCO22 1,630]

Not a resident but keep a Honda XR150 at family's home for annual visits

Great little bike...

 

[ROCO22 1,630]

Stateside dirtbike I would like to have in PI...

DRZ440... w/keihin 39mm pumper carb.

This girl will throttle up in 3rd no worries.

[+Dafey 14,454]

16 minutes ago, ROCO22 said:

Stateside dirtbike I would like to have in PI...

DRZ440... w/keihin 39mm pumper carb.

This girl will throttle up in 3rd no worries.

That could probably fit in 2 Balacbiyan Boxes if you packed it right!!!

[lolhahaha 1,425]

I was at Honda today and I've been looking for something to use on the road and also dirt roads since those are about half the roads in this area, and I'll go riding in the mountains occasionally. I thought something 150+ would be good but the crf 250 looked like I'd be riding a horse and I doubt the 150 is much lower to the ground. They don't have the xr150 so I couldn't compare it without actually seeing it.

 I would have bought a xrm125 for 68k, they are even fuel injected now,  but the dealer only takes cash and I have a visa rewards card that I try to use for everything to get the cash back. I think I'd get about 50 dollars back for the purchase, not bad.

Is this how it is everywhere or is it just because I live in the middle of nowhere?

I bought 2 bicycles a few months ago in the city for about 50k and the bike shop didn't want to let me use my credit card but when I told them that I changed my mind then they changed their minds.

Also, is there something else to consider similar to the xrm125? Maybe a 150 or a 175 from something other than honda?

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1 hour ago, lolhahaha said:

I was at Honda today and I've been looking for something to use on the road and also dirt roads since those are about half the roads in this area, and I'll go riding in the mountains occasionally. I thought something 150+ would be good but the crf 250 looked like I'd be riding a horse and I doubt the 150 is much lower to the ground. They don't have the xr150 so I couldn't compare it without actually seeing it.

 I would have bought a xrm125 for 68k, they are even fuel injected now,  but the dealer only takes cash and I have a visa rewards card that I try to use for everything to get the cash back. I think I'd get about 50 dollars back for the purchase, not bad.

Is this how it is everywhere or is it just because I live in the middle of nowhere?

I bought 2 bicycles a few months ago in the city for about 50k and the bike shop didn't want to let me use my credit card but when I told them that I changed my mind then they changed their minds.

Also, is there something else to consider similar to the xrm125? Maybe a 150 or a 175 from something other than honda?

The seat height of the XR 150 is 5 inches lower than the CRF 250. For the usage you describe, it will probably be difficult to beat the XR 150 overall.

[+Dafey 14,454]

9 hours ago, lolhahaha said:

the bike shop didn't want to let me use my credit card

I shop bikes everywhere and have never found a shop that takes CC !!! Crazy! I think they would do a lot of business in cards alone.

[GBT62 827]

On 4/9/2018 at 2:15 AM, soupeod said:

 

I was looking at a local custom shop that does bobbers and cafe style using some of the local 125-175's - for a Sunday toy once I move out of the city - but hell that Rusi might be a decent option. Price is about the same and comes with a 13 month warranty and roadside assist.

For the amount I ride the Chinese quality shouldn't be a real issue.....  

[T.S. 783]

11 hours ago, GBT62 said:

I was looking at a local custom shop that does bobbers and cafe style using some of the local 125-175's - for a Sunday toy once I move out of the city - but hell that Rusi might be a decent option. Price is about the same and comes with a 13 month warranty and roadside assist.

For the amount I ride the Chinese quality shouldn't be a real issue.....  

That Rusi model is actually a Thai bike rather than Chinese. It's a re-branded GPX Legend.

[+Dafey 14,454]

Also, a lot has to do with how you take care of your bike. I've had a Motorstar Explorer 150 for over 2 years and never had a problem. But, I change the oil regularly, clean and oil the chain, maintain fluids and generally keep it clean and covered. Looks and drives like new.

Look around at the crap that is on the street...easily half are just held together with wire and string. Obviously not registered as they would never pass a yearly E test.

[GBT62 827]

9 hours ago, T.S. said:

That Rusi model is actually a Thai bike rather than Chinese. It's a re-branded GPX Legend.

Chinese parts assembled in Thailand is what I've heard/read. Seen as a Sinnis in China is the consensus. Wouldn't really worry me whatever the case is. They're cheap enough to buy a second one for spares (have done that before with cheap Chinese tools at Bunnings for those odd-job requirements.)  

[rizla 1,718]

This is my Rusi, can't say I'm impressed, the vibration makes it uncomfortable for more than 30 min travel, and not being able to fit a Top Box makes carrying shopping etc a pain, too small for two people to ride in comfort. I will be selling it when back in Argao and get something bigger. Having said that, the bike works well, considering it is left for over six months, just need to recharge the battery and flush the carb and she fires up with no problem.

[shadow 18,481]

54 minutes ago, rizla said:

This is my Rusi, can't say I'm impressed, the vibration makes it uncomfortable for more than 30 min travel, and not being able to fit a Top Box makes carrying shopping etc a pain, too small for two people to ride in comfort. I will be selling it when back in Argao and get something bigger. Having said that, the bike works well, considering it is left for over six months, just need to recharge the battery and flush the carb and she fires up with no problem.

LOL.

My wife rode one of those for a day or two (belonged to a friend). She didn't like it, said it was too small for her.

She is 4'8".

I sat on it, I felt like a gorilla humping a football.

What kind of hocus pocus spell would possess a grown man to buy one of those?