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02-17-2014, 02:33 AM
Thread: ASIAWING LX450
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Re: ASIAWING LX450
I really like the look of the Asiawing.
I think they have addressed some of the quality issues that where around when they first came on to the market.
The vote is still not in about ultimate... -
02-17-2014, 02:07 AM
Thread: TIC (This is China)
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Re: TIC (This is China)
Here is an interesting article on China's pollution
http://insideclimatenews.org/print/30323
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01-02-2014, 02:38 PM
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Re: Chinese Helmet - Good Quality Ones
Has any one used this LS2 Helmet
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-LS2-motorcycle-helmet-MX455-dual-lens-professional-off-road-dirt-bike-helmet-full-face-helmet/1340798475.html
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01-02-2014, 01:12 PM
Thread: help my sell my bike
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Re: help my sell my bike
Hello Slabo,
Can you tell me if the bike has been sold or Not?
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01-02-2014, 12:27 PM
Thread: Roads to take or to avoid
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Re: Roads to take or to avoid
Wow Modron,
Stunningly beautiful photography. thanks for posting. It inspires me to get over there and see for myself. -
12-19-2013, 03:38 AM
Thread: TIC (This is China)
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Re: TIC (This is China)
Yes, This is China.[/QUOTE]
Slightly off topic.
I just flew Into BKK yesterday And saw an Orange Gallardo pull onto Rama IV Freeway while in a taxi to DMK airport. (this is only the second Lambo... -
12-10-2013, 02:55 AM
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Re: Western Sichuan: From Chengdu to Gongga Shan
Milton,
Great report. It has further whetted my appetite for Chinese Moto travel.
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12-10-2013, 02:16 AM
Thread: Zongshen RX3
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Re: Zongshen RX3
[QUOTE=MJH;66397]There is not a comparable offering in China for the Shineray X2,
Hello MJH,
How does the Jialing http://www.jialingmotor.com/pid13935493/223CC+Off+Road+Motorcycle.htm
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12-10-2013, 01:32 AM
Thread: Galaxy Motorcycles?
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Re: Galaxy Motorcycles?
Hello All,
I cant find any website for Galaxy Does anyone know if they are still operating? -
12-10-2013, 12:13 AM
Thread: Scam advice
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Re: Scam advice
Hello Motoviva,
I have not dealt with Cooper. However I have used Alibaba quite a lot and only had two problems both not big enough amounts to worry about.
I did not check one delivery properly... -
12-07-2013, 01:27 AM
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Re: 20 days Yunnan - Kunming -> Shangri-La -> Yuanyuang -> Kunming
Thanks for sharing the great Ride report.
It inspires me to get organised to do the same next year. -
12-07-2013, 12:47 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hello Lao Jia Hou,
Thanks for the information. Australian License has the motorcycle endorsement on it. So one hurdle out of the way. I have downloaded Chinese Driving test flash cards to my mobile... -
12-06-2013, 04:20 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Thanks Lao Jia Hou for the prompt response.
It helps if I was looking at the right companies website!
I cant believe how much heavier the GW 250 is 44kg is a huge amount.
I found an EFI 250 single... -
12-06-2013, 02:08 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Thanks for the great response.
Can I ask if the YBR250 is a current model. I looked on the Jialing website with no success. -
12-01-2013, 08:22 AM
Thread: Waterproof gear?
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Re: Waterproof gear?
Hello Euphonius,
Did you ever find that Taobao seller to try the Bering suit on?
Regards Whitworth -
12-01-2013, 07:38 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hi MJH,
No I am not going to buy a bike from Taobao. I am just using it as a price guide.
The Zhongshen RX 3 and the Shineray X5. Really look the part.
The RX3 is 175kg?? in the brochure. The X5... -
12-01-2013, 05:54 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hello ZMC888
My current ride is an old BMW K75c. That's got quite a low seat height and I find that due to my height it gets uncomfortable fairly quickly. The seat height to foot peg distance means... -
11-30-2013, 05:32 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Thanks MJH
I will look up the Yinyang.
I am just a bit concerned about how well a 150 will drag my not inconsiderable weight around.
I appreciate your comments regarding putting luggage racks on... -
11-30-2013, 01:31 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Several MCM members, past and present, have ridden around China. Most have done this on small, domestic bikes and/or scooters. The main reason for this is simple ... mechanical support.
The... -
11-29-2013, 12:51 PM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hello Vale,
Thanks for the tip. I looked at the article and there is a picture of a 450 scrambler. My mate used to have one of these and I clocked quite a few hours riding around in the outback on... -
11-29-2013, 07:47 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hello Bikerdoc,
Thanks for the sage advice about Taobao. With my zero Chinese language I am really fumbling about on there.
Its more of a guide to set a budget.
I am hoping that I can buy direct... -
11-29-2013, 03:54 AM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Re: Newbie from Western Australia
Hello ZMC888,
Thanks for the prompt response.
I appreciate the advice. I have been wading through Ride Prep and Making Tracks Forum.
I have driven quite a lot in Thailand. Even through Bangkok so... -
11-26-2013, 04:05 PM
Thread: Newbie from Western Australia
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Newbie from Western Australia
Hello MCMers,
I have joined this group to ask about what is the best bike brand to travel around china next year.
I would like to buy a bike direct from the factory. Fabricate up some touring...
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