Advice. Buying Touring bike.

[buriramboy]

hello to all, maybe you here can help me to make a decision.
I would like to buy a bit bigger bike than the regular honda click bikes.
the idea is to have a bit strong bike, not noisy like a chopper it will give me headach everytime I go on the bike. its not for me, but a racing bike speed bike like or no noise at all better.
A bike that will take me smoothly and the engine will not choke if I want to drive a bit faster than 60-70 km's/hour.
comfort is also important so a real racing bike with the low angle of riding is not an option at all.
so, bikers fan, Is it touring bike what I'm after? if so, what kind of touring bike would you recommend?
budget is up to 100K Baht. 

one more thing, I have no experience with bikes other than honda wave/click,etc. 
 

[dave the dude]

I would suggest two bikes to check out. One a traditional 'proper' touring bike and the other a step through with a bigger engine. Both bikes have recieved good reviews from people doing long trips across Thailand.

1) Tiger Boxer 250 RS @ 72,000b

2) Honda PCX @ 69,000b

[buriramboy]

both bike are not my style.
I'm looking for a sexy impressive bike,some sex appeal and nice ride.

Honda PCX is more like a JRD.
The other bike is more like a copy of Honda CBR150

maybe I need to raise my budget to 150,000 baht. but not more. 

[dave the dude]

Your welcome 

I'm looking for a sexy impressive bike,some sex appeal and nice ride

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That phrase does not easily describe a touring bike. You will get a '92 > '99 Honda Steed 400cc
for between 100 to 150k REGISTERED. That is a comfortable but slowish bike suitable for touring.
Parts(std or custom) are readily available and its reliable. (I've got a customised one BTW)

Isnt Ron of Ice Furniture, Buriram looking for a new bike? might be worth speaking to him about his existing ride???

[buriramboy]

That's better, but what about something like racing bike like with a normal straight position driving? or is it not come together?
it will be a bike for fun but if I really connect to the idea of having a real bike other than a wave  I may consider seriously to be part of the bikers gang  until now it looked pathetic for me, especially the wear but hey, living in Thailand with no hobbies may be boring sometimes.  can be fun.

[dave the dude]

Thats a contradiction (Race bike & straight bars).
If you were to spend double that, I know of an absolutely beautiful (red of course) Ducati M900 Monster for sale for 250k.
The trouble you are going to have is, all second hand bikes bigger than 250cc have been imported (illegally=no book or Legally = book costs 50k) so prices are crazy high and depreciation is very low.

Many Thai bikers ride Honda CB400's (CB1) and although they are 'bullet-proof', they have usually had a hard life. That might be an option for you but not to sure about the sexy stakes with them???

With due respect, I have been riding bikes all my life and this is the most dangerous area I have ever experienced. Expect the unexpected at all times,ALWAYS wear a 'proper' crash helmet and not a Thai Salad-bowl type. A mesh Armoured Jacket is a must.

A number of us farangs in Surin meet up and ride out to Thai bike shows, its great fun and the hosts are always very happy to see us. Next one is Krasang on the 19th.
     

[buriramboy]

this one will match for me. not sure about the budget 
so the design style have to be more aggressive than a chopper design motives, more like a fighter than a lover....... 
the engine power ability is not so important for me because I never drive more than 100-120 km's / hour.
Its about the look and how it feels, but I guess when you have powerful engine its hard not to use it.

The reason I don't want a real racing bike is because I think its not practical for the everyday's life and I will hate to buy a bike I need to leave in the garage and take my Honda small bike.
makes me wonder, is it just a fantasy to have a "real" bike and not use it often at all or it can become a real fun hobby.

[dave the dude]

I am sorry but I am having trouble understanding what you say.
 I do agree with you about a racing bike, these roads are not built for them, nor are the cows/dogs/buffallo's.
It is a fun hobby for me but not to everyone. My Honda Steed is very comfortable and turns heads when I ride it, too.
I have never liked the American chopper style bikes but they suit this country well. I have always had classic British or Italian metal.

[Admin]

I am sorry but I am having trouble understanding what you say.
 I do agree with you about a racing bike, these roads are not built for them, nor are the cows/dogs/buffallo's.
It is a fun hobby for me but not to everyone. My Honda Steed is very comfortable and turns heads when I ride it, too.
I have never liked the American chopper style bikes but they suit this country well. I have always had classic British or Italian metal.

Dave, Can you upload the bike picture? Interesting to see what are you driving on..

[dave the dude]

I am sorry but I am having trouble understanding what you say.
 I do agree with you about a racing bike, these roads are not built for them, nor are the cows/dogs/buffallo's.
It is a fun hobby for me but not to everyone. My Honda Steed is very comfortable and turns heads when I ride it, too.
I have never liked the American chopper style bikes but they suit this country well. I have always had classic British or Italian metal.

Dave, Can you upload the bike picture? Interesting to see what are you driving on..

Although the seat looks cool, it was a killer so it had to be been changed.




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[buriramboy]

your bike look like a chopper to me but to be honest I am still unsure about this idea.
my so called "partner" does not like the idea and like to be rather in a car than a bike.
she also said I will look funny on a bike like this and its not match with my "vigo" personality. 
that's why I need to get a real big muscle bike.only problem left is budget.

[dave the dude]

your bike look like a chopper to me but to be honest I am still unsure about this idea.
my so called "partner" does not like the idea and like to be rather in a car than a bike.
she also said I will look funny on a bike like this and its not match with my "vigo" personality. 
that's why I need to get a real big muscle bike.only problem left is budget.

I have never heard of anyone on a Thai road being killed by Budget.
Now in-experience is a different matter. Trust me, the ashfelt is just as hard when the sun shines and I should know.
 I agree with your 'so called partner' its far more comfortable in a truck than a pasenger on a bike.

[Admin]

Probably the ultimate best touring bike.
*way out of the budget you mentioned, if you wondered..


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