How To Buy A Scooter or Motorcycle In Thailand
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- Опубліковано 1 гру 2023
- I share my buying experience purchasing a new Honda ADV 160 from one of many Mityon dealerships in Pattaya, Thailand. The process is very simple. The most challenging part is the language barrier, which takes some patience and asking the same questions multiple times. Once I had the Residence Certificate, the buying process at Mityon only took 30 minutes.
Chonburi Immigration Pattaya
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Mityon - South Pattaya Headquarters maps.app.goo.gl/KDz4BfmW3x4Mx...
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Just to clarify, the basic mandatory insurance does not cover both you and your motorcycle, it is used to cover any other victims in the accident. The most comprehensive insurance, Class 1 (or usually referred to as 1st class) covers both victim and your motorcycle, and usually comes free for the first year with bigger bikes. Note that even then, personal coverage is non-existent to limited at best. I've been riding in Bangkok and around Thailand for ~5 years and learnt the above the hard way after a bad accident.
Thanks for sharing the information, Caleb. When I looked into first-class insurance, I was skeptical about how well the insurance companies paid out because the premiums were so cheap, and Google reviews were usually bad for most of them.
Mityon service is fantastic. I bought the same bike in November. They give you a free helmet, jacket, insurance, etc. In the states, the same bike is $4500 plus $1500+ dealer fees.
Awesome! Nice variety of scooters, and it is less expensive to buy, own, and operate in Thailand. I love it here.
Very helpful. BTW your wife Gig has a cute voice
Great, I'm happy it was helpful! Gig says, "Thank you!" 🙏
I would never ride a motorbike in Thailand without real insurance. I have insurance from AXA for 7300 thb per year for first class which will cover the cost of my bike and any vehicle involved in my accident. I have a PCX150 since 2016 and have had insurance every year since then.
Good to know, thank you for sharing. 👊🏼
I like Honda CBR Look so cool.
I agree.
just a joy to view a purchase of a small scooter, gee to much work.
A little confusing at first, but easy due to the helpful people working at the dealerships.
Very helpful. thanks
You're welcome. 🙏🏼
Hello Jake. Great video! You're my ADV 160 expert :) Do you think I could mount a 12 volt lighter socket in the corner of the battery cover of an ADV? I'm going to add one somehow, for running a 12V air pump, laptop charging, and for USB charging under the seat. Thank you Sir!
Hello Joe, and Thank You! 👊🏼 Yes, adding a 12 volt power socket should be no problem.
I bought a Honda adv 160 for 105.000 baht yesterday in pattaya... including everything, at motorbike shop soi arunothai-central pattaya road, just opposite big c extra.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
How much does adv 350 keys in hand/ready to go cost in Pattaya? Any one?
@@studyobservation-rn3bm ฿202,900 ($5,848.78) at Mityon in Pattaya. ฿193,900 ($5,589) at Asia City Motors, a 40-minute ride from central Pattaya. Those prices are current as of Dec. 1st, 2023.
Both "Out-The-Door" prices are for the Road-Sync version. Non-Road Sync versions are only ฿2,000 ($57.65) cheaper.
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Was it Route 66 Motorcycles?
Thanks for the great video, mate. I have a couple of quick questions I'm hoping you or someone viewing your video can answer.
I'm planning to head down for two months this time, and later on, I'll be staying in the area for six months at a stretch. Initially, I was thinking of skipping getting a driving license (even though it seems fairly straightforward there).
How often do the police stop those who are wearing helmets, and how thorough are they in checking for a driving license? I've been there before and just pointed to my Swedish driving license (for cars), which also has an unchecked MC (motorcycle) category on the back. In Phuket at least, they've bought my white lie that it was valid for riding motorcycles in Sweden. (A white lie since it's only valid for what's called an EU moped.)
Also, I'm wondering if you have any advice on where to buy the cheapest possible bike, what model that would be, and the expected price range. I'd rather ride a less powerful motorcycle, assuming they are also cheaper. The most important thing is that the model you recommend is also the most reliable, as I enjoy riding a lot.
Thanks in advance!"
I recommend getting an international driver's license. It's very inexpensive and straightforward to get. It's an online process. Gig and I have an international license; one less thing to worry about when driving or riding in other countries.
Every time I've been stopped, I was wearing a helmet. The police randomly set up checkpoints to check foreigners for driver's licenses and asked a few simple questions about why I was there, where I had just come from, etc.
I've been stopped once every year so far.
I'd buy from an Expat or a dealership. The cheapest scooters for sale are Thai-owned and are usually poorly maintained, unreliable, and dangerous.
I like the convenience of the dealership because the people working there are very helpful, explaining and helping foreigners through the process.
I recommend the Honda Click 160, priced new at ฿72,000 (€1,943), for a cheap ride. Anything less feels too small for me. I'm 5' 11" (180.34 cm) and 185 lbs. (83.9 kg). The Honda Click 125 and Scoopy or Yamaha Filano and Fazzio are cheaper options. There are so many to choose from here in Thailand. I recommend renting the scooters you are most interested in before buying.
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@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Thanks!
Really good advice. Appreciate that you took the time to go into all the details. Keep up the good work, mate. 👍
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In US it cost $6000 out of door due to above list markup of $1000 etc.
I noticed that when I was in the US last. I feel lucky I get to buy and ride in Thailand.
Have you made any modifications to your ADV? Some say the vibrations are bad at idle/low speed and midrange are not good but they can’t be sorted with CVT or Pulley changes?
I have new variator rollers that should improve acceleration, but I haven't installed them yet because I've been riding in Udon Thani. Top speed is more important to me up here, riding long distances every day. When I take my ADV160 back to Pattaya, I'll swap out the rollers and upload a video about the results.
Honda scooter engines vibrate more than the silky smooth Yamaha engines, but it's not bad at all. I'm surprised any person would consider it a problem.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Just picked up my ADV 160 today and was worried about vibrations from what ive read other users say but cant say I have noticed it being too bad. Need more time on it to confirm.
You'll love that ADV 160. I ride my equipment pretty hard. I have almost 5,000 km on mine with no issues.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple There's no many English videos on YT for ADV 160 owners. Would be good to get an ownership update as to how you are finding the bike and maybe what mods you think might be valuable e.g different tyres, phone holders, extra luggage, CVT tuning, exhaust, suspension set up specific to rider etc. Just a thought.
That's a great idea. I'll do that; thanks. 👊🏼
Great video.as a foreigner.Can I finance a motor bike ok a O-A visa...thanks
Every salesperson I’ve spoken with told me every foreigner must pay cash.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Thank you.Much appreciated
You're welcome.
Can you just use a Wise account to make payment as I don't have a thai bank account?
That's a great question. I've only used Wise to transfer money from my US bank account to my Thai bank account. I've never kept any of my money with Wise, but I know that is an option. I could transfer and hold the money in Wise, so I believe I would have no problem transferring directly into the dealership's bank account. I rarely use cash in Thailand; everything I pay for is a bank transfer. It's so fast and convenient. Amazing we still use paper checks in the US. Lol
Transferring from Wise would take a few more steps since you'd have to enter their bank account number and information manually, but that's easy to do. Using the Kasikorn bank app, I scan a QR code at the dealership, and within seconds, I'm done.
OMG what a major head F##k just to buy a scooter…..the best way is a E-BIKE fantastic for pattaya city and bkk..cheers for your fantastic video mate
Thanks! 👊🏼
Overall, a useful video but.... 0:40 sec, this won't be licensed? What is that supposed to mean? What legal status should I have to buy a bike and drive and also what if I don't have a Thai gf or wife 🤔
You only need to have at least 30 days remaining on your current stay in Thailand. Any visa will work, including tourist exemption. If you have a retirement or family visa, you will have no problem, of course. No need for a Thai wife or GF. You can easily purchase it yourself if you will be in the country for more than 30 days.
My problem was I had to leave Thailand soon after I purchased the scooter to take care of business in the US. If I purchased it and left, I wouldn't have been there to get the white plate and registration book when it arrived. That's the only reason I had Gig purchase the scooter for me. I probably could have worked something out with the dealership to hold my white license plate and registration book until I returned to Thailand.
The process is very simple, but the language barrier made it challenging to figure everything out.
I was told at the Honda dealer just a couple of days ago the insurance only covers if the bike gets stolen. Nothing to do with accident or break down. You get 70% of the price of the bike refunded. That was an extra 2000 baht per year.
I was told I need a work permit to buy a bike at the Honda dealership also, not the case?
103,500 I was quoted for the ADV, thinking of buying one, are you happy with your purchase and have you gotten proper insurance?
Two different Mityon dealers and Asia City Motors sales reps explained the required government insurance only covers my medical expenses. It didn't cover anything with the motorbike. To get coverage for damage, theft, and medical for others involved in an accident, I had to purchase it separately at an insurance office.
I know you don't need a work permit. I specifically asked that question. I know most Expats living here never have a work permit. It's surprisingly easy to purchase a motorbike here as a foreigner.
฿103,500 is a good price.
I love my ADV 160. I've been riding it in Udon Thani province, putting in more highway miles. It's wonderful in the city, of course, and riding long distances on the highway is very comfortable.
I checked into getting full coverage insurance. Nobody spoke English at that office, so I wasn't confident about the policy I was being sold. Gig wasn't with me, and I don't trust my iPhone or pocket translator with legally important things. I just arrived back in Pattaya and will be looking to get full coverage.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Thanks bro for all there info that helps alot. Safe riding
You're welcome. 👊🏼
Why don't you visit Philippines people here,, are so in love with the motorcycle.. Go and review all motorcycle type.
I've been to the Philippines. It seems Thailand has more variety of motorbikes.
This price for ADV160 with ABS? in Chiang Rai its around 105k for ABS version, and 187500 for ADV350 that i bought 3 month ago
Yes, my ADV 160 has ABS. I paid ฿111,000 out the door in Pattaya.
Can you ship it to the US after you buy it?
Yes, it can be shipped. I imagine the total fees wouldn't be worth the time and trouble.
What’s with all the scooters vids by the way? Are they something you’re really into or did you used to work in the industry?
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I love these scooters, and riding in Thailand is awesome. I've owned sport bikes and dirtbikes in the US for many years. The variety of scooters and motorcycles available to buy and rent here in Thailand is a dream come true for me. Lol
I plan on creating more living in Thailand videos. The scooter review videos are more fun to create, though.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple cool, thanks for replying. And yeh, you do you man. Who knows it could help open up a niche following that helps grow your channel 🤷🏻♂️
I love his ADV 160 and Click 160 videos because I will be buying one of them soon when I retire to Philippines. There are so few English videos on them, let alone with the quality of Jakes videos. I post links to Jakes videos in many Expat groups I'm in.
@@joepangit6938 Thank you! I'm happy to know the videos are helpful.
I have never needed a picture for certificate of residency in Bangkok. I bought 2 new cars and a motorcycle.
Interesting; was that recently?
Every bike comes standard with 2 keys.
That's what I expected, but that hasn't been my experience. My ADV160 only had one key. I also purchased an XMAX in the US, and there was only one key. When Mr. Deen Bike Rental in Pattaya purchased a new Click160 and ADV350, they only came with one key, so he had to get spare keys programmed. All of these use electronic keys.
My motorcycles all used mechanical keys and always came with two keys.
Can you buy the Bike use it for like 6 months and then store it in Thailand until you return?
Yes, that's exactly what I do. There are many places to store a Motorbike here in Pattaya. I've even had Thai friends offer to store my scooter at their property. The dealerships have a lot of customers like me. The people working there are a great resource, and usually can advise where to store your motorbike.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Can you recommend a bike storage place in Pattaya?
@@cryptocrusader6078 No, sorry. I've never had to pay to store a motorbike yet, so I can't recommend a place.
Helmets in tesco lotus bro 600tb full face
Thanks for the info. 👊🏼
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple good enough I gave mine to a Thai friend he said I can use it again when I come back lol
You’ll get back to Thailand and she has vanished with the bike 😁🤣
I certainly wouldn't recommend trusting a holiday girlfriend with such matters. Lol
Same bike in the US out the door new will run you over 5k.
You can buy an ADV 350 for that price in Thailand.
I feel lucky to have a home base in Thailand. Lol
How To Buy A Scooter or Motorcycle In Thailand.. one goes in and pays ???
Exactly, one goes in and pays after completing the first steps with immigration. Unless you're Thai.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimpleyou can always buy one on the spot. you just need an address to register or and get plates on it
No dealership I stopped at would sell to me until I went to immigration and received a residence certificate. I also needed at least 30 days left on my visa.
do a how to buy a toast in 7 eleven
Why are you buying toast at 7-Eleven? Lol
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple you have to excuse me, just take it as constructive criticism of a random person on youtube
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Exactly same ADV in Philippines is 99.000 baht or 155k pesos
Do not advise other expats To put their property’s in their gf names Thailand or Philippines man, it’s just bad advise I’m sure you know why.
Thank you for sharing info. I did not advise other Expats to put their property in their girlfriend's name. The cheapest I found in the Philippines was 164,900 pesos (฿105,865)($2,863.04). What city and which dealership did you find it priced at 155K? I assume that's not an out-the-door price. The selling price has come down since it was first released.
Ripped off. Price too high. Embarrassing.
What do you believe the price should be? You are embarrassed, what do you mean?