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hmmm... here are the reasons I've came up with :
1) Cheaper than owning a car (as in road tax, parking, fuel, COE, maintainence, etc..etc.. ) *note: some points might not be applicable for high maintenance bikes like Harley Davidson or Hayabusa Turbo *
2) Damn easy to park (No need to worry about parralel or reverse parking in narrow or busy roads, just ride straight into the lot, set the bike on its main/side stand and u are done! To go out, just push the bike into position! )
3) No worries about parking space when eating at famous places (eg: U are in Geylang wanting to eat Tau Huay: If u are a car driver, u must find a space to park your car at the road side, and that often requires u to park far away from the store. As a bike rider, u can simply park your bike on the pavement(for a short while as u eat ) ! )
4) Able to squeeze through traffic while cars remain stuck in a traffic jam.
5) Can take short cuts through places too narrow for a car to take (eg: back alleys )
6) U will be more aware of the traffic around and be able to judge traffic conditions better u as u are in "open air " while the car driver is in an enclosed area.
Add on guys!
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Originally posted by markzz:Aiyooooooooooooo... why all negative replies sia..
because you're getting replies from people who don't understand how riders feel.
i've given up on such people.
i don't let weather, accidents, road conditions etc etc. affect my decision to ride a bike. because i just love to ride.
what are the reasons given? i can go touring and there is a feeling drivers will never feel.
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Originally posted by kopiosatu:because you're getting replies from people who don't understand how riders feel.
i've given up on such people.
i don't let weather, accidents, road conditions etc etc. affect my decision to ride a bike. because i just love to ride.
what are the reasons given? i can go touring and there is a feeling drivers will never feel.U own a Touring bike? What model?
I guess most good touring bikes are Class 2 bikes like the Honda Goldwing
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Originally posted by markzz:Nice bike!
But some people I know go Touring to Malaysia on a Phantom!
Dunno if its reccomended...
Phantom not too comfy compared to a proper touring bike right?definately not comfortable
but if you follow the correct crowd, and you just want the experience of riding all the way to thailand, then the bike shouldn't be an issue.
the correct crowd meaning people who will take care of you on the highway. there are many different type of riders, just hope one mixes with the right group.
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Originally posted by kopiosatu:definately not comfortable
but if you follow the correct crowd, and you just want the experience of riding all the way to thailand, then the bike shouldn't be an issue.
the correct crowd meaning people who will take care of you on the highway. there are many different type of riders, just hope one mixes with the right group.Yeah.. best to tour in a big big group and avoid ulu areas ... Malaysia got many cases of Singaporeans getting robbed these days
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looking forward to an STX soon..
but seriously, i`m not a bike fanatic, but somehow bikes are all that i can afford for now..
and ya, phantoms are not comfy for touring,
i`ve been to places like desaru all by myself,
nv went further though..
makes a sort of cheap tour..
while, u gotta take care of u cuz u`re naturally smaller in size...
tt`s why me looking forward to my STX in 4 yrs times after i grad and save enuff money for it
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We humans like mobility.
First humans walk. But that is a hassel, nevertheless it is done.
Then came riding. Horses.
The feeling of wind in your face riding in the grasslands.
Exhilarating.
That was it, humans became hooked on riding.
Now the horse is replaced with the motorcycle.
And roads the grasslands.
Ride for joy, independence.
Motorist who only drive never know the joy of riding.
P.S. A cager can drive and daydream at the same time (lapses in attention). But no so the rider.
The rider has to be alert and aware at all times. Prolong this sense of awareness and you can hit nirvana.
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