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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...
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    Re: TIC (This is China)

    Here is an interesting article on China's pollution
    http://insideclimatenews.org/print/30323

    Regards Whitworth
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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

    I found it...
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    Re: help my sell my bike

    Hello Slabo,
    Can you tell me if the bike has been sold or Not?
    Regards Whitworth
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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.
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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...
  7. Re: Western Sichuan: From Chengdu to Gongga Shan

    Milton,
    Great report. It has further whetted my appetite for Chinese Moto travel.
    Regards Whitworth
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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
    and the...
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    Re: Galaxy Motorcycles?

    Hello All,
    I cant find any website for Galaxy Does anyone know if they are still operating?
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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...
  11. 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.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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    Re: Waterproof gear?

    Hello Euphonius,
    Did you ever find that Taobao seller to try the Bering suit on?
    Regards Whitworth
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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