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On 7/27/2023 at 11:19 PM, Agusts said:
The GPX and older Bajaj don't have ABS as far as I know...
Which auctions do you go to, name location would be useful...? Can the bike be started and checked - do they ride it to the bidding spot....?
I have bought a few cars in auctions in UK, it was cheap but always had one or two issues ..., I remember the guy rode one to the front and I bid and won it, next day I went to collect, it nearly had no clutch, no idea how he brought it in ...! ???? But I easily fixed it later...! ????
GPX small motorcycles no ABS at all, newer Bajaj above 200 cc have ABS.
I'm regularly going to SIA (Siam Inter Auction), as it is very near to my home. Motto is another one, but I have never tried it there.
The motorcycles can be started but not driven. Here is some issue. Every Tom ,Dick and Harry starts the machine, revving up to the limit from a cold start. VERY bad for engine. And the staff there of course says nothing. So I tend to stay away from auctions now. Found a few good offers on FB marketplace that I am observing now. CF Moto NK250 and Bajaj 220
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On 7/27/2023 at 11:40 AM, JonnyF said:
Ninja 250R might be a good choice. I still have my 2008 model and it's been rock solid.
Bullet proof, upright seating position (for a faired bike), 17 litre tank.
I dis a fair bit of touring on it back in the day. BKK to Samui, BKK to Nan etc. Great bikes IMO.
Hard to find within my budget
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Okay, I read that you are existing customer of Pacific Cross already, so this might not affect you.
But they are very thorough and picky during initial screening of documents and previous treatments / underlying diseases. So much, that after two months of underwriting process I cancelled it and changed to another provider. My insurance broker warned me about that before and unless their client want (or have to) save premiums, they are no longer recommending Pacific Cross because of these issues.
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Eying a CF Moto 250 NK now. Pretty good price and conditions as new. Low Mileage.
CF Moto builds KTM bikes in China in license along with the engines from KTM.
250 NK is basically a clone of the KTM Duke.
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12 minutes ago, KhunLA said:
30k, so 2nd. Think I'd stick Honda, Yamaha, as most popular, so should be plenty to chose from, along with no issue with parts & repair, if needed.
Looking on FB Marketplace, and 30k doesn't get much, unless older. Not sure you want to go far on smaller bike.
Problem on online marketplaces (Kaidee and FB) is to find the CBR models with ABS.
Need to click through almost every picture. Same with mileage. Not often in the description, duh.
I'm also trying my luck with auction every Monday and Friday.
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2 hours ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:
That's the good ones from Villa that I meant
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Hey guy,
looking for a small CC motorbike (preferably with ABS) for commuting and short weekend trips.
Budget not over 30.000 THB. Eying Honda CBR150, CB300F or Kawasaki Z250 SL.
Honda CBR150 are plenty available however not my first choice because only 150cc and would need to change handlebar to touring style.
Therefore CB300F or Kawasaki Z250 SL.
I found this one:
https://www.kaidee.com/product-368039498
Other choice would be Bajaj 160 or GPX Razer 220 at much lower prices below 30k, around 10 to 15k THB.
I'm wondering if those bikes last long and about the part situation. Also, of course they don't have ABS.
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Just now, TallGuyJohninBKK said:
Ya, you're reminding.... Villa may well have been the last source I used long ago for the last time I went to buy hamburger buns for home...
I think I used their off-the-shelf version of one third-party supplier, which were OK, but not ideal... I don't think I ever tried their frozen brioche variety (though I wish I had!)
I consider the villa buns as emergency, like you said they are just slightly above average or that crap from Farmhouse
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Not wondering since I have seen that you can buy airline tickets or do hotel bookings now on installment. This must be the paramount of credit giving to people who actually can't afford it
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One of my nearby Makro branches has it's own bakery and decent western bread, including burger buns. According to label not margarine and preservative, just butter, flour, yeast, milk and egg powder.
Villa used to have brioche buns (frozen) but can't find them any longer. The burger buns at the bread section are okay, too.
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Where can I get tactical gear such as gas masks, vest and helmets?
Just asking for a friend....
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Bacillus cereus potentially lethal but FDA and press are not allowed to show clear picture of the product with full label and visible brand name due to defamation laws.
Unbelievable
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Kudos to the driver of the silver Toyota CHR that drives through the accident scenes as nothing would have happened. In other civilized countries that would mean a hefty fine, if not suspended jail and for sure not having your drivers license for a long time. But here, business as usual....
Edit: Thairath TV even managed to get the dashcam footage of the silver Toyota CHR
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1 hour ago, rwill said:
Both of the comb guards that broke off have several missing teeth on them. I guess the question is were they already missing? I don't see any of the teeth laying around there but they may have fallen down inside.
From this picture it looks like a combination of factors has caused this accident.
Maybe there were broken comb guards with some missing teeth that then caught a wheel of her luggage and jamming one moving metal step so wide off that her foot or leg was trapped in that gap.
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1 hour ago, connda said:
Personally, I like the middle of nowhere. But if your young and randy, then it's probably not the best fit for you. Any only you will know.
Take a one year contract. You'll know after a year.
Personally I spent 3 full years teaching in Korat. When I move back to 'the middle of nowhere' Lamphun Province, I offered to teach at multiple government schools - for freaking free - but all I required was that he school step up and work with the MOL to obtain a work permit. Not one school in the entire Amphur was interested. So my attitude toward Thai public schools got flushed down the the loo. In my humble opinion, Thais are happy to use you without reciprocation.
But you having a paying job in an rural setting with a work permit? Kudos!
Dude - Embrace it. Village life is good. It just ain't the big city but it has it positives and negatives. Give it a shot.Korat, where. The city or province? That makes a huge difference
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On 6/22/2023 at 5:22 PM, richard_smith237 said:
This just about says all we need to about the Op... he's likely going to struggle wherever he is.
Oh really, what do you want to do or talk with village guys? Daydrinking and talking about the upcoming lottery numbers? The place is a ghost town, because everyone who can, left to Bangkok or another city to work and have higher standard of living.
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On 6/22/2023 at 11:42 AM, steven100 said:
so CLW ... did you end up taking the job ?
Nope, some other foreigner from abroad is coming.
The last guy from Canada lasted three weeks and I doubt the new one will be any different
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On 6/23/2023 at 11:27 AM, HammerMan said:
FYG - Sunday is last sailing from Samui before vessel Blue Dolphin proceeds to dry-docking at Laemchabang .
Currently there are no sailings planned for July, but this is Thailand and things frequently change, and service to/from Samui will resume in August.At this point in time it's still undecided if this will be from Sattahip or Bangkok as options are still under discussion/negotiation.Further updates coming.Interesting, Bangkok from what port?
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Agree, I think Monthong is the current mainstream variety, also good for export
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On 6/29/2023 at 10:57 AM, Bandersnatch said:
Mini car show at my local Robinson so asked about Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 6 coming to Thailand expecting a “don’t know”
“Both coming at the end of this year”
Yeah, coming to Thailand for a price tag 2+ million baht
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You would think every Makro store is almost the same since it's a chain store. Reality is far from that. It depends a lot on the store size, location and obviously the store manager how their range of products is and how well they are stocked. I have around three Makros around my home and avoid two like the plague.
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I am quite sure I've seen the land that the OP is looking for on DD Property.
It's not farmland but rather some speculation from the owner or property agent to built something like a resort or whatever commercial there, hence the expensive price tag....
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7 hours ago, Bandersnatch said:
MG 4 or BYD Dolphin?
MG4:
Battery Type
Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Maximum Power (PS (Kilowatt)) 170 (125) Model X (Model D)
Maximum Torque (Newton – Metres) 250
Battery Capacity (Kilowatt – Hour) 51
Maximum Range (NEDC Mode) Kilometres 4250-100 km/h 8.6 s
BYD Dolphin:
Maximum distance 410 km
0-100 km/h 12.3 s
70 kW Motor
Battery LFP 44.9 kWh
EV charger. AC type 2 / DC CCS 2 (60 kW)
BYD now has 46 dealerships in Thailand:
https://www.reverautomotive.com/en/locator/dealer-station
MG has far more
https://www.mgcars.com/en/Dealer
I'd definitely would opt for the MG4. Not because I own one and I'm super happy with it.
I've done extensive research before my decision, which was buy either Atto 3 or MG 4.
My GF helped me with searching also Thai reviews and FB groups.
Main issue about BYD is the lack of dealer network and situation with spare parts in the country.
But to me the test drive really made a difference and the impetus to buy the MG4.
So do the test drive and choose which car you like more.
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16 hours ago, PPMMUU said:
To me, Suphan Buri is hardly the middle of nowhere. There is a Robinson department store and a multiplex cinema with a soundtrack option, although they may have fewer features. What kind of activities are you looking for? Perhaps they can be found there. I can find several gyms with a simple Google search. You might want to try again with the keywords 'fitness' or 'ฟิตเนส' because that's what Thais call a gym.
One hour drive to Suphanburi town. Hardly near...
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2nd hand motorcycle: older but well-known brand vs newer Bajaj or GPX bike
in Motorcycles in Thailand
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From FB marketplace:
2012 Honda cbr250r
฿37,500
Driven 87,000 km
Are there concerns about the age and mileage?
Benefits are double combined ABS and a conversion of the handlebar to touring style