In this episode on Tekniq, We will observe some unique forms of passenger transport using motorcycles and makeshift wooden trolleys and karts with appropriate engines.
I have been riding motorcycles for many years, but my fellow American bikers and motorcyclists will never know what a simple motorcycle means to most of the world outside of the developed countries. Motorcycles in these countries are true workhorse vehicles that are vital and necessary to the lives of the people of those regions. Much respect to these people.
Necessity and poverty give way to creative ideas. I know many Filipinos here in the USA, they are humble, grateful people and always with a smile, may God bless them👏
The skill of the driver can't be overstated, but the 'teamwork' of the riders is something to respect also, something learned from longtime experience...Making maximum use of what you have... I love how the railroad tracks are part of the public road system for ALL to use.
I have nothing but respect for those people. They really make it happen. They find a way to survival. Here in the West we take things for granted and too many of us don't even appreciate it.
We all know these type of transportation are not safe. However, both the driver as well as passengers are fully aware of the Risk they are taking. The motorcycle driver need the money to feed his family. The poor people living in the village needed inexpensive transportation. If we are born in those nations with little education, we would have done exactly the same. He would rather put on a suit and tie and work as a high paying corporate attorney but this is the best he could do for the time being and hopefully if he raise his kids well they do not have to do what the father had to do. I admire his hard work and determination.
As already mentioned, necessity is the mother of all invention. I'm a retired US military FilAm living here in the Philippines and I've seen it all loaded on a motorcycle from another motorcycle, 16 sacks of charcoal to a cow (I'm not joking either) I've seen it all.
That was such an awesome video. Thanks you for making it and posting it. I hope it gets 10 million views! One of my best friends went to Philippines to share Jesus with the villages and the stories he brought back are incredible.
One night coming back from town, I tipped my '84 old beater Goldwing over while stopping at the mail box, when I put my foot out on loose gravel. I had a 50 pound bag of dog food, and a 10 gallon filled propane tank, plus the panniers full of groceries on board. I could not pick that sucker up, but 30 seconds later a local rancher stopped and between the two of us it was upright again. Then the rancher, right before he left, asked me if I ever thought of getting a pickup truck. I told him I had a 1 ton at home, but only use that for big loads, we both laughed.
I've been to the Philippines a couple times... And I've seen scooters loaded with people... Bags of rice... Boxes of groceries.... Construction material
I have been riding motorcycles for many years, but my fellow American bikers and motorcyclists will never know what a simple motorcycle means to most of the world outside of the developed countries. Motorcycles in these countries are true workhorse vehicles that are vital and necessary to the lives of the people of those regions. Much respect to these people.
People make the most of what they have. Salute to these hardworking and ingenious people.
Necessity and poverty give way to creative ideas. I know many Filipinos here in the USA, they are humble, grateful people and always with a smile, may God bless them👏
The skill of the driver can't be overstated, but the 'teamwork' of the riders is something to respect also, something learned from longtime experience...Making maximum use of what you have... I love how the railroad tracks are part of the public road system for ALL to use.
Not only the driver(rider?)'s incredible skill and confidence, those passenger's coordination and trust on the man are simply unbelievable.😮😮
The beautiful people of the Philippines 🇵🇭😎👍❤️.. love to all from Ireland 🇮🇪
Genius use of rail track and motorcycle by Philippine citizens. Hats off 👏
I have nothing but respect for those people. They really make it happen. They find a way to survival. Here in the West we take things for granted and too many of us don't even appreciate it.
We all know these type of transportation are not safe. However, both the driver as well as passengers are fully aware of the Risk they are taking. The motorcycle driver need the money to feed his family. The poor people living in the village needed inexpensive transportation. If we are born in those nations with little education, we would have done exactly the same. He would rather put on a suit and tie and work as a high paying corporate attorney but this is the best he could do for the time being and hopefully if he raise his kids well they do not have to do what the father had to do. I admire his hard work and determination.
it's amazing a 175 cc engine can propel so much weight, also fantastic riding skills I would be scared but passengers look happy
For a minute i thought the scale was to weigh the people. 😅
As already mentioned, necessity is the mother of all invention. I'm a retired US military FilAm living here in the Philippines and I've seen it all loaded on a motorcycle from another motorcycle, 16 sacks of charcoal to a cow (I'm not joking either) I've seen it all.
That's how life is here. Live , survive and be happy 🤣👍😸
Gives a whole NEW MEANING to the Word BALANCE for sure!!!
That was such an awesome video. Thanks you for making it and posting it. I hope it gets 10 million views! One of my best friends went to Philippines to share Jesus with the villages and the stories he brought back are incredible.
One night coming back from town, I tipped my '84 old beater Goldwing over while stopping at the mail box, when I put my foot out on loose gravel. I had a 50 pound bag of dog food, and a 10 gallon filled propane tank, plus the panniers full of groceries on board. I could not pick that sucker up, but 30 seconds later a local rancher stopped and between the two of us it was upright again. Then the rancher, right before he left, asked me if I ever thought of getting a pickup truck. I told him I had a 1 ton at home, but only use that for big loads, we both laughed.
Wow genius ideas nobody should complain after watching this 😊
Wow...a unique and rare transportation mode in the world.
I've been to the Philippines a couple times... And I've seen scooters loaded with people... Bags of rice... Boxes of groceries.... Construction material
I watched this video with pleasure. I think that if public education were at a higher level, the Philippines would be like Japan.