Buying a NEW Bike in Pattaya, The Best in Thailand

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  • @twomp1162
    @twomp1162 Рік тому +12

    To each his own, automatic bikes can't be beat. Switching gears all the time, especially in traffic is a pain!! In any case, enjoy your new bike.

  • @themacker894
    @themacker894 Рік тому +11

    100% agree with you! Selling a used vehicle to a family member is a mistake. Even giving it to them can be an issue, and certainly a headache. Trade it in and be done, then if you want you can give the family member the money and let them buy (and be responsible for) what they want to get. Best of luck! Love the videos.

  • @jgb4unme1
    @jgb4unme1 Рік тому +1

    Congrats on the new ride! The floating market was cute too. Thanks for sharing it! Enjoy your weekend coming up!

  • @carleto9597
    @carleto9597 Рік тому +3

    Good luck and congratulations Lon, Spunky, with your new bike. What you explained is a good bike all the way around, cheap fixes, and runs forever. So all good and good luck with the bike. Stay safe you two.

  • @chandlerbingbong
    @chandlerbingbong Рік тому +1

    I thought you'd opt for a juicy Norton or Triumph?

  • @WATCH-IT-BUSTER
    @WATCH-IT-BUSTER Рік тому +2

    Prices in September at the FLOATING MARKET when I was there were triple compared to everywhere else 😮

  • @jnc07res
    @jnc07res Рік тому +1

    Lan looks to be happy with her new ride. :-) Girl on the go...looking good and feeling even better!

  • @timothyrill3825
    @timothyrill3825 Рік тому +1

    You packed alot of knowledge in this video. Honda is top brand here as well. You got what you wanted and that's important. Great ride on the boat and people loved you two. Lunch looked great. Thank you for shating!😊

  • @kennyj9348
    @kennyj9348 Рік тому +2

    Your videos have been so useful to me lately, im in Bangkok next week and have booked on the unicorn cruise.
    Then down to Pattaya for a couple of weeks where we need to replace my girlfriends motobike as its in the repair shop all the time these days .

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Great Kenny, have fun on the cruise 👍

  • @MisterMitchMM
    @MisterMitchMM Рік тому +3

    Well done Loucous. A nice replacement. Solid and bulletproof. Thank you Loucous 🙏

  • @Lesjennings2295
    @Lesjennings2295 Рік тому +1

    Always love your content. Thank you my brother appreciate it.

  • @MalMilligan
    @MalMilligan Рік тому +5

    My only problem with that particular Mityon is that they took 5 months to straighten out getting me the regular license plate. I met several other purchasers during my many visits there to check about my plates that had the same problem. Also note for people that buy new bikes there, their official service center for oil changes and post-sale mechanical stuff is also on Pattaya Tai in a rather non-descript building just east of (and on the same side of the street as) the 7-Eleven that looks like a ship. Good place but a tad bit difficult to find the first time.

    • @anthonydowling3356
      @anthonydowling3356 Рік тому +3

      Also i heard they charge above the recommended price .People have said to buy in Siracha or Chonburi town for a cheaper price .Not that it will be a huge saving ,but for a pensioner it may be worth it .

    • @stevedrinkschang365
      @stevedrinkschang365 Рік тому

      Same same at the one on sukhumvit rd... took 5 months to get my white plate and green book

  • @seizethedayandlive
    @seizethedayandlive Рік тому

    Very cool; thx for giving us a view of the Floating Market.

  • @rogerwills4727
    @rogerwills4727 Рік тому +1

    Enjoy seeing both of you in Pattaya and now that we’re back in the USA on your channel. Enjoy your new bike

  • @malcomerogers4504
    @malcomerogers4504 Рік тому +1

    Really enjoy your videos, this one was really neat as I wish we had lots of scooters in the US. The Honda Wave is not sold here however. One that's available here that is close to the wave is $4000.00 Dollars, bummer. Be safe and enjoy your new bike.

  • @Jon.......
    @Jon....... Рік тому +1

    And yet another item to add to my list. Thank you, Lucas! Also, I believe last time you mentioned getting a new bike for yourself, so I hope to see that episode soon.

  • @kennetharntson5912
    @kennetharntson5912 Рік тому +1

    A very good Thai friend I went to school with gave me a very good description of the difference between a car and a motorcycle. A car is like meat in can and a motorcycle is like a can in the meat. Much earlier in Thailand 1996. I was building a papermill about 100 miles North of Pattaya and the small country town that I was renting a house really did not have much to offer as far as night life unless you considered the one 7/11 opened after midnight. I already had a company supplied pickup but at 47, I had always dreamed or owning and riding a "crotch rocket".. Buying a really nice used CB 750 Honda I normally only rode it on weekends to Pattaya for my overnight rest and recreation. However I did make 2 long rode trips, one following the border between Thailand and Cambodia and Laos to Nong Khai and taking a different routed back through Loei to my home in Prachin Buri . The last road trip was during my 2 week vacation to Mai Sai then to Mai Hong Son to Chiang Mai where I stayed with a Thai friend that I went to college with in America.
    I had that motorcycle one year when I noticed that my normal speed from Prachin Buri to Pattaya that was usually 100 kph was reaching speeds of 160-180 kph when the sudden thought came to my mind that I had, had a fantastic year seeing Thailand and hundreds of photo and great memories and I better stop now and sell the motorcycle as soon as I could. Which I did. Still have great memories about that time and I still have both my legs, arms and even my head is in great shape which has not been the case of many of the people I see today that own motorcycles. My wife a manager working in our city hospital will not allow our son to buy a motorcycle and I have to back her up. I was riding my motorcycle here 27 years ago in Thailand where you could actually enjoy the scenery as you traveled. Today I still love long road trips all over Thailand just finishing a trip from Rayong to Buri Ram for the Superbike GP then to Korat for some shopping before going home. Don't see near as many touring bikes on the road as I saw 27 years ago.

  • @sunrisejak2709
    @sunrisejak2709 Рік тому +1

    Waiting with baited breath for the acquisition of the Versys replacement! Lots of good choices and curious what direction you choose! 😁

  • @BiffBurns
    @BiffBurns Рік тому

    Morning Lucas, I've baught 3 there in the last 12 yrs. Loved them all. As alway's stay cool,kind and generous.

  • @Jblack142
    @Jblack142 Рік тому

    Great video! I will visit the market on my visit. Is the French restaurant still open in Pattaya that you did a video on?

  • @soumenchakraborty2450
    @soumenchakraborty2450 10 місяців тому +1

    I plan on buying an ADV160 for long distance touring, and riding to work/7-11

  • @desmondyang1018
    @desmondyang1018 Рік тому

    👍U are always such a good generous provider but prudent as well🙏

  • @billsimpson2392
    @billsimpson2392 Рік тому

    10:42 Looks very refreshing Lou!!! ................. Congratulations on the new Honda. A great machine, How much would a 125cc version of that cost mate? 👍

  • @mauihowey
    @mauihowey Рік тому +2

    My wife has an old Wave, never a problem with it in more than 10 years…..have a scoopy that is her main transport here in Hua Hin…..and we were just at Amphawa floating market this week(closer to home). Great video as always and safe travels on the new bike😃

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      So she has both of Honda's top selling bikes 👍👍

  • @philipfreeman72
    @philipfreeman72 2 місяці тому

    I went out with my Eskimo ex on a snow machine. I drove on the way out , she drove back hitting 100 mph . The other machine got back about 30 min. later .

  • @martykong3592
    @martykong3592 Рік тому

    :) WOW! CONGRATS on New Ride and GREAT Video! ALL the BEST and Cheers! :)

  • @martinfroml.a.5984
    @martinfroml.a.5984 Рік тому

    Nice video. I heard or read that the floating market had burned to the ground--glad you cleared that up. Congrats on the bike.
    Martin From LA

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Yes, I think the news was over dramatized and many people thought it was done. 👍

  • @anthonycarney7849
    @anthonycarney7849 Рік тому

    It looks great value for all I could watch thia dances all day love traditional way of the land😊😊

  • @0bob0cya
    @0bob0cya Рік тому

    As usual another great informative vlog…just purchased a Forza 350 in Italy. Love it.

  • @johnmeyer7378
    @johnmeyer7378 Рік тому

    Great post,Sold my bike last trip,looking to buy new in Jan,any tips on bike storage while away

  • @johnny_bravo9990
    @johnny_bravo9990 Рік тому

    What was the 13:00 food you zoomed in

  • @antonioperezosorio7647
    @antonioperezosorio7647 Рік тому

    Am sure yiu make a good buy. Love your videos in rhe morning. Always watching while eating breakfast. Happy travels and stay safe. God bless you all👍🏿.

  • @geoffgill3240
    @geoffgill3240 Рік тому

    Just arrived back, time to try a few of your recommendations 😊

  • @Robert8455
    @Robert8455 Рік тому

    Congrats on the new wheels. Hard to go wrong when you pick a Honda. Cool market place on the water.

  • @brianpoffley1771
    @brianpoffley1771 Рік тому

    Love my Wave, in the north lots mountains so i got the big 125, I think its part mountain goat. New sprokets and chain 350 baht, over 100k now great bike.

  • @manolexing68
    @manolexing68 Рік тому

    The​ scooter​ is perfect​ city commutes, market a great​ 😊 VALUE, and the dancers very​ beautiful!!! Thank you​ for​ letting​ us​ tag along.

  • @leomaguire2517
    @leomaguire2517 Рік тому

    Hoo yeah I like the floating market. Very nice . The artist yes. I really like the Thai traditional dance and music. Nice bike. You look nice LAN 😊🥰👍

  • @tome709
    @tome709 6 місяців тому

    Great videos thanks!!

  • @mickyLat3652
    @mickyLat3652 Рік тому +1

    Not a bad choice.
    Waves are bulletproof.
    Mag wheels are good as you can run tubeless tyres.
    Cheers

  • @JohnDoe-xr5is
    @JohnDoe-xr5is Рік тому

    1:15...Is that a kick start?

  • @tommyj3071
    @tommyj3071 Рік тому

    Nice video - Good info on the motobike

  • @chrisminter271
    @chrisminter271 Рік тому

    Great video you guys,,,, as always.

  • @markelliot6757
    @markelliot6757 Рік тому

    So does Lan sell the sugar came for sugar or fot wood.

  • @yourdadsvan6763
    @yourdadsvan6763 Рік тому

    Totally agree Honda Wave best bike. Had mine for over 12 years.

  • @Vintage_Garage
    @Vintage_Garage Рік тому

    I enjoy all your videos, and this one especially. When you bought the Wave, you said all you need is a passport and a residency certificate. I was hoping to buy a Honda Dax in Thailand as a tourist and ride it around Chiang Mai for a month or so before returning home. Is that possible, or do you really have to have a residency certificate to buy a motorcycle in Thailand? I was planning to give it away to a friend in Thailand when I left, or else ship it home to the USA if he didn't want it.

  • @nikt6374
    @nikt6374 Рік тому

    That's was really interesting, man them seats at the restaurant, they were so small, I'd never get back up!! Plus the bike in UK (called a vision) is £2850 a lot more than you paid.

  • @markelliot6757
    @markelliot6757 Рік тому

    How is the fragrance pn the floating market. What is growing on Lans farm at this time.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Mostly just smelled the different food cooking. The sugar cane is almost ready to be cut.

  • @John-u3v6q
    @John-u3v6q 7 місяців тому

    Is there a break in period for the new bike .. ?

  • @johnmayerislovee
    @johnmayerislovee Рік тому

    Thanks for another interesting video. Out of curiosity; what's the gas mileage on your new bike and the price of gas? Thanks

  • @keithskelton5596
    @keithskelton5596 Рік тому

    Good deal
    Drive safe ✌🏼🙏

  • @kevininsiam
    @kevininsiam Рік тому

    Lucas if the jacket didn't fit i sure your man at lucky tailors could help you out.
    i brought a oversize shirt in Vietnam and lucky did the biz. very happy with it, 👍

  • @Brian-ro9vn
    @Brian-ro9vn Рік тому

    I love Honda ,…Too bad you weren’t in Phuket , I arrive Dec 1st, my brother just bought a condo there , I’d buy the pcx off you and just leave it there when I come home . I actually own the 2016 pcx 150 here in the states , I’d be more than happy to own a 125 to put around Phuket on . Good luck with your new purchase,.. I’m sure you’ll enjoy it !

  • @anthonyC214
    @anthonyC214 Рік тому

    Best of luck on your new purchase

  • @TheWelshman50
    @TheWelshman50 Рік тому

    Honda adv 160 would have been my choice but your Honda looks superb in blue

  • @A1Mo592
    @A1Mo592 Рік тому

    Have that artist do a painting of your motorcycle. Would be interesting. ❤

  • @hnobro7210
    @hnobro7210 Рік тому

    Great! Miss some longtailboarrides.😊

  • @ChrisHamilton-je7ln
    @ChrisHamilton-je7ln Рік тому

    Just curious what's the best price you want the pcx for? Thanks

  • @larryw.cartier5245
    @larryw.cartier5245 11 місяців тому

    Is the entry fee for Thai driver’s licenses waived at most tourist areas?

  • @chrisphillips835
    @chrisphillips835 Рік тому

    Hey Luckaz Lan ,Decent Deal on the Honda Wave 48300 , flirting Market looked Fun good prices very Reasonable too Thank you Have Fun Chris

  • @paulietv2162
    @paulietv2162 Рік тому

    I'm up in Udon shopping for bikes and nobody is telling me I need one of those red plates up here - do you know if that is something specific to certain provinces such as Chon Buri?

  • @SurfCityAmpRoom1
    @SurfCityAmpRoom1 Рік тому

    My Suzuki Burgman 400 would be a Harley in Thiland as far as step though motor bikes?

  • @syaghi3384
    @syaghi3384 Рік тому

    So how much did you buy it the Honda wave in Thai baht

  • @marcp108
    @marcp108 Рік тому +2

    B48K is reasonable considering I paid B28K for a 2016 Yamaha 125GT a year ago. You answered one of my long standing questions - Why do motorbike shops refuse to accept cash for a bike and want you to take out finance? The sales commission is why! I might look at upgrading next year.

  • @charlesscinta7377
    @charlesscinta7377 Рік тому

    Great bike my friend also bought the Wave hee got the 125. I had the Honda Airblade and Lead in Vietnam. Honda is the way to go. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🥳🥳🥳🥳

  • @RaymondMullen-t9j
    @RaymondMullen-t9j Рік тому

    Your right about selling anything to a Friend or Family ,Things go wrong
    You feel responsible. I saw Pictures of the Fire and it looked a Total loss..
    Safe Travels and Good Luck with the new Bike .

  • @steveh7823
    @steveh7823 Рік тому

    I would have gone for an auto scooter like the Zontes or Sym. I don't know what the bike theft risk is there, but anything that isn't used as a taxi or delivery bike will be lower risk. I like the full color LCD dashboards on new scooters because some of them can show navigation linked to your phone. 125cc is plenty for short trips in the city, two up.

  • @glennjones7905
    @glennjones7905 Рік тому

    do any of the Waves have a proper clutch (obviously on the left hand grip) ?

    • @ant2312
      @ant2312 Рік тому

      no, they are step throughs like the old Honda 50's and 90's

  • @Tedskuttle1971
    @Tedskuttle1971 Рік тому

    I use tha family yam 110 clunk when there, so cheap for parts & 17" wheels ride better than the scootay's, me and the wife load it up with backpacks & even tour on it, slowly ofcourse 😅🤣
    Will be sniffing out some 2 strokes when we move over fulltime to get my powerband fix in retirement 💯👍👍
    Honda wave makes a great daily ride tho

  • @colski222
    @colski222 Рік тому +1

    Would love to go there and eat all that food. Looks Lush.❤🙏👍

  • @peterphillips7193
    @peterphillips7193 Рік тому

    I'm looking at purchasing a new ADV where would you recommend for the best price, Pattaya ,or Bangkok area??

  • @lilo7019
    @lilo7019 Рік тому

    Thank you take care great video

  • @ccnixon
    @ccnixon Рік тому

    Would you consider numbering your videos,so people and keep track of the episodes,

  • @stevedrinkschang365
    @stevedrinkschang365 Рік тому

    Do you still have 300l? Let's go ride!

  • @paulwiseman2747
    @paulwiseman2747 Рік тому

    how much is the pcx and i am in korat so will be out of your hair visiting pattaya in a couple of weeks

  • @karltraveldude7817
    @karltraveldude7817 Рік тому

    Wow the blue looks great , congratulations on the new wave Loucos ! Is it only 110 CC ? and it still scoots along with 2 people , impressive .... Enjoy guys

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      yeah, it's a work horse Karl, any night of the week, you will see a moto taxi guy picking up a big farang and his girl and wisking them away from the bar, all three on the bike 😂🤣😂

    • @karltraveldude7817
      @karltraveldude7817 Рік тому

      Sounds like a work house , thanks for the info !@@Rides4Kickz

  • @geoffhart8573
    @geoffhart8573 Рік тому

    Hi, how much do you want for the old scooter, I live in Jomtien and need one for small trips, cheers

    • @ant2312
      @ant2312 Рік тому

      He said in the video he won't sell to someone he knows because he doesn't want the hassle if something goes wrong with it later down the line

  • @paulclare6589
    @paulclare6589 Рік тому

    Hey Lucas, how many bikes you have now....5 and a truck ,lots of variety.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Something like that 🤣👍

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Something like that 🤣👍

    • @SunnynPhilly
      @SunnynPhilly Рік тому

      Time for a fleet updated Video 👍 I like the Blue Wave

  • @johnmellyn2700
    @johnmellyn2700 4 місяці тому

    Where in Thailand has the best prices out the door on a brand new 2025 adv 160 ?

  • @dkissoflove
    @dkissoflove Рік тому

    Any three wheelers there?

  • @traveler7249
    @traveler7249 Рік тому

    In another video, you mentioned a 125 backbone and perhaps a 150?
    -- Am I conflating your discussion about a different type of scooter??

  • @Glyn69
    @Glyn69 Рік тому

    That's a great bike you bought. It's a good tip at the market. I can use my licence

  • @newyorkhardcore3353
    @newyorkhardcore3353 4 місяці тому

    they dont do trade ins do they

  • @phillipr1334
    @phillipr1334 Рік тому

    2 ladies making stuff very very veautiful see that...

  • @tonyh6846
    @tonyh6846 Рік тому

    Cheers mate
    🙂

  • @kosamui
    @kosamui Рік тому

    MORE THUMBS UP PEOPLE, PLEASE. He deserves them! 👍👍

  • @davidvalez2256
    @davidvalez2256 Рік тому

    Was that a manual or automatic? I would definitely go with blue over red.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      Manual - Matic. 4 gears, no clutch.

  • @steveone
    @steveone Рік тому

    Can I ask why you didnt go for the 125 Wave ?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      I think for the extra $$$ there wasn't enough justification over the 110.

  • @photographerjonathan
    @photographerjonathan Рік тому

    I never considered getting a Honda Wave. I just sold my 2006 Honda scooter a day ago. I bought it 2nd hand in around 2011 or 12. but I still have a few other bigger bikes to ride. but I will keep my eyes open for a new 2nd hand scooter. because sometimes it's the best way to get around town. and park easy. with storage under the seat. but I have never been into the Wave. but I've never ridden one. so I don't really know. but for me I would rather have something like the new Honda 160 click or even the smaller engine one. or the Yamaha Aerox 155. all the Japanese scooters are pretty bullet proof. and I'm sure if I keep my eye open for a 2nd hand one I'll find one in new condition with maybe 5000 km on it for less then what the wave cost new. is the wave automatic ? or you have to shift gears. because part of what I love about a small little scooter is it being automatic and so easy to ride on small little Thai streets in traffic without having to shift.
    how long is the little boat ride ? I haven't been to the floating market for many years because last time I went with some visiting people. they charged us all 200 baht each to get in. even me with the thai license. but I don't remember if I showed the license to them or not. but for some reason I feel like I did. do you know if it was always free with a thai license for a foreigner ? or if they changed that sometime since the last time I was their. all I remember was thinking that a person who lives in Thailand shouldn't have to pay to go into a place to buy things and spend money. so I never went back. but now that I know I can get in free I think I will go visit it again.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому

      Not much shifting around town, just leave in 2nd gear 😂

  • @onedirection3510
    @onedirection3510 Рік тому +1

    Nice bike!
    Just curious to know how Vespa stacks up against the Japanese bikes? Vespas at least for me look really cool if not the coolest of all those type of bikes, but I wonder if they are reliable?

    • @schael4164
      @schael4164 Рік тому +1

      Vespa's for the asian market are made in China, VietNam, Indonesia and India NOT in Italy !

    • @onedirection3510
      @onedirection3510 Рік тому

      @@schael4164 Whoa that’s good to know.

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      They are more expensive than the Japanese bikes, but some of the Thais really like the style so they do sell fairly well here.

  • @nigelbodieNB
    @nigelbodieNB Рік тому

    Wow Lucas a brand new Honda scooter for that money is almost like stealing 😂 and a great value day out as well very good 👍

  • @anthonydowling3356
    @anthonydowling3356 Рік тому

    I sold loads of bikes on Facebook Market place when i lived in Chiang mai .They always went fast .A PCX even the 125 cc is sought after .Have been to that floating market around 10 years ago .Its not my cup of tea .It was far too crowded but it looked quiet enough when you were there .Seems you got the 110cc Wave .I would always go for the 125cc .Not that it makes a huge difference ,especially if its your feather weight GF that will mostly be riding it lol PS , I have ridden to Ko Chang and back on a Wave from Pattaya /Jomtien and it was doable .Solo riding with a suitcase strapped to the back seat .

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      Lol, nice. I'll bet you were happy to have that bike on Ko Chang with all those hills. 👍

  • @sdfv4zx
    @sdfv4zx Рік тому

    How much was it in usd?

  • @johnosullivan2197
    @johnosullivan2197 Рік тому

    You didn’t buy at the SIA auction ?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      Nope, brand new

    • @ralphynetau
      @ralphynetau Рік тому +1

      Anyone know how to view and translate at auctions. Don't understand anything. Frustrating

    • @ralphynetau
      @ralphynetau Рік тому

      How do you buy at SIA. Don't understand Thai language

    • @johnosullivan2197
      @johnosullivan2197 Рік тому

      @@ralphynetau Ride for kickz done a video on the SIA auction
      some of the information is displayed on the bidding screen, Think you would have to visit for more information as the bikes/cars have the details on them stating mileage and year registered

  • @newyorkhardcore3353
    @newyorkhardcore3353 4 місяці тому

    maybe because it is like 150,000 baht less then a adv 350 ad hald the cost of a PCX 130

  • @ralphynetau
    @ralphynetau Рік тому

    Did you buy 110 or 125. How much cost, can get auto ?

    • @Rides4Kickz
      @Rides4Kickz  Рік тому +1

      110, 48300, they are all manual-matic, not full autos.

    • @ralphynetau
      @ralphynetau Рік тому

      @@Rides4Kickz click only 5000 more

  • @markfoley2220
    @markfoley2220 Рік тому

    We bought a 2022 110 wave with 2200 kilometers on it in march. Typical Honda,bullet proof.

  • @JohnDoe-xr5is
    @JohnDoe-xr5is Рік тому

    4:30 Forza 350! Honda won't bring those 350 scooters to America.

  • @garychilds1130
    @garychilds1130 Рік тому

    Should of got the 125i

  • @SuperZhawk
    @SuperZhawk Рік тому

    How much in $?

  • @Michael-cr2rn
    @Michael-cr2rn 7 місяців тому

    About $1600 American?