Excellent choice of bike. I know because that's my bike too. I have the keyless 2.1 version - a silver one. Got my registration back after 3 weeks. You're just dying to take the bike out and just clean and stare at it waiting to ride, waiting for that registration to come. But yeah, that bike will indeed take you places. Easy and comfortable to ride on. Now you gotta do motovlogging and travel to new places! Ride safe!
Very good...sooo happy for you! Now u can explore the whole Philippines using your Motorbike....u can travel island to island this time...!!! Enjoy and have fun in my beautiful country ,Philippines...!!! Just drive safely!!
I live in Central Otago NZ and I brought a NMAX 155 as a run around bike as my Honda ST1300 tourer is useless at commuting. The NMAX is awesome cant fault it.
Good choice sir, i have a Yamaha nmax 155, I bought it last 2018, the fuel efficiency is superb. very comfortable to ride. and has a huge under seat compartment. suitable for traffic places & long rides. its more better if you put a huge Alloy top box on the rear so u can carry more things.
Hey friends if you just want to see the bike you can skip to 7:53 and miss the stuff on public transportation. I need to give the new bike a name, any suggestions? Thanks! Hope I earn your subscription today! It is Free! For all those asking the cost was 124,000 php
How about "Mabuhay" 🛵 or "BaHa⚡ LaNa"🏍️. or "TaLaGa?" " Walang Pera!" "Kannon or Kaliwa" "Sige Na" "Bukas Nalang" "The Manila🛵 Thriller" "Mahal❤️Kita" or "Lone ⭐ Star" or "Alamo"🇺🇸 Best move you can make is go to a hardware store and put as many red reflectors and red safety stripes for you and the fenders. Black color is cool, but invisible at night. Be seen is key. Hi Doc, where in Texas do you hail?. My uncle was in El Paso, and my sister lived in Austin I miss Texas,and I miss Cebu. You have a nice easy going relaxed style and a nice travelogue I appreciate your efforts. May god bless you, always. Be aware of potholes at night, wild dogs and crazy lane changers. Most accidents come from 11 o'clock positions and left turns. Have a 1000 pesos handy,for fines,or accidents. Wear a reflecting 🦺 vest, and strobe red light 🚨 elbow pads and ⛑️ helmet. Carry a spare tube air pump,and small tool kit. If you have to slide, away from the muffler, and roll if get tossed, covering your head. Watch carefully, right after rain for oil slicks, and loose gravel around curves. Leave a large car length distance,in front even in stopped 🚦 traffic, lots of folks don't see you at least you won't get pushed or crushed into the front vehicle. You will be fine, because God will be your copilot. Stay safe,on "The Black Gold Ghost"🤠😎 Amigo . 🙏
You have the right idea on the motorcycle I was there on Davao Got tired of borrowing sister-in-law's bike And bought a brand new one it is still there they use it I am anxious to get back there I love the country and the people For now we are stuck in Oklahoma
It is common these days to see Filipinos reaching " American size" . The unlimited rice at Mang Inasal helps speed up the process. Love the scoot and that bandanna helps to accentuate that biker look.
Best choice of transportation if living in the Philippines. Its a bummer though during the rainy season but you get used to it. The father of my friend who was from Belgium moved to the Philippines just because he could ride all year round and has been living there since the early 90s
Good choice on the brand and make. Yamaha 49cc was my first scooter now I have a 300cc Honda scooter. My next one is a NC750X Honda. I like automatics. I dont like the small tires. I like the storage and a step through. Cheap on fuel. Have fun.
You can follow up that registration often in the LTO itself or online. You have to have that temporary plate or License plate and ORCR with you and all that motorcycle documents.
Yes, speaking first hand here. Get the registration before your travels No problem, or not much in the province but while passing cities and you already know you'll stick out for the traffic police, be safe..
Trust me it's gonna be worth it once you have the Papers and registration you will save alot of money. I bought mine back in 2017 and i only use my scoot in the city, and im not going outside the city back then when i didnt have the papers but i got it within a month and now my scoot has 98,000 km on it! you will save alot so its a good choice..
I bought a Sniper 155. Same engine as the NMAX, but with normal (17") sized wheels and a 6 speed manual gear change. Personal preference. I just like to be in charge of my own gear changes. It's perfect for zipping in, and out, of the city. I've also joined the local owners club, who organise longer rides out about once a month.
@@4734291 Fairly certain all the Yamaha 155cc bikes and scoots use the same engine. A slightly different state of tune (possibly down to the ECU). But they are all 155cc, 4 stroke, water cooled, SOHC engines. It makes no sense for Yamaha, financially, to develop multiple engines in the same configuration. Far simpler, and considerably less expensive in R&D, to use the same engine, and tweak the gearing and ECU mapping.
Same engine but different clutch dry vs wet. Different drive chain vs belt. Different ratios. Saying the same engine in this case would only be good for parts not as an equivalent ride as you are making it seem.
Thats a good bike sir for someone like the size of you.iys a maxi scoot. Its very reliable motorbike and very comfortable to ride on. Good choice,wise decision.
I got nmax as a gift from my dad last year. Although, I'm used to riding a manual trans, I like how convenient a scooter is. No, wonder why scooter is the trend here in Asia.
@@DrLawaytravels as scooters, i would prefer an adv though... but im happy with my suzuki gixxer. ohh and i think theres an nmax group here in digos if you want to join (yeah im also from digos)
I got the Nmax in 2018 and rode it for 2 years till I went to America and then COV hit and travel held me back so after the Nmax set 2 years I let my Philippina sale it for 90k , Now i'm back here and I got the Honda PCX 160 ....The Nmax is a very nice scooter. It's 45 days on the ORCR now here when we live ..
I was in the philippines 2 day after using the tricycle transportation. I decided to buy a motocycle, kawasaki Bajaj ct--125. It was less expensive then scooter, What I liked was the freedom not needing to wait for transportation. What I did not like in Butuan city was the traffic, and 3 accdents I had none were found to be my fault.
I have been here for over 6 years. When we first came here we rented a van . Then a cycle, but since we were 1.5 hrs from the city we though we should just buy something instead of paying to use a rental Fast forward we have bought 4 different motorcycles. I thought tricycle liked cool and I bought one of those also. Big mistake they do not handle liked a side car on a bike from the Us Sold that and wanted to buy a truck Here in Palawan there is basically no used vehicles. Bought a new truck , I didn't want it really but my wife said I'll be happy I did later in life.
Yup some trikes are akin to sardine cans for us kanos! We have a Suzuki car but some dirt roads are best left for scooters so we also have a Yamaha 155 to use as backup
Dr laway since you got a bike now don’t forget to swingby in my hometown masbate city just cross from cebu city to masbate then cross to bicol province okdok! Alright buddy be safe out there!! God bless you!!
if you are unlucky it can take up to 3 months before you can get your registration papers. it all depends on your dealership and their LTO liaison. Some liaison are just plain lazy so some papers could take 4-5 months . the only way to make them move fast is let them know you will or have file a complaint form to DTI (Department of Trade and Industry) for R.A. 7394 Article 2 Section C, “Protection against deceptive, unfair, and unconscionable sales acts and practices.” or possible violation of the seven (7) day period to register subject vehicle by accredited MAIRDOEs pursuant to AO No. AVT 2014-023 of LTO) that is what i did to my dealer and gave them a copy of the form and email. and after 3 days i got my registration.
Very cool Mr. Laway. You bought a motorcycle much like what the Filipinos use when I know you could afford to buy a big bike much like most of the expats living in Angeles City. But I like it, you are being very practical. Your fellow expats could learn so much from you👍 - Your fan here in A.C, Pampanga
Remember that if you venture out onto the expressway you are required to have 400cc or better on those roads . I personally would go with a Honda CB 500X if you can find one or a kawasaki versa 650 . If you just plan on toddling around the neighborhood then a scooter would be fine. I took the tvs 110 on a long trip from bongabon to dingalan over the Sierra madra mountains and it was pretty sketchy at times but it did it . Not the most comfortable thing I've been on and our kidneys paid the price for a couple of days afterwards.
I've been bouncing around on what to buy and I think the best is 2 bikes, both Honda's (for me). A 'full sized' CB500X/Forsa 350 or similar as well as a Wave or similar. The wear and tear you save on the big bike would be enough to pay for the little scooter and you don't want or need a full sized bike in the city. A crash would most likely happen in the city as well so the little bike can be considered as disposable.
@@Roof_Pizza it's not the bike but your body as I have found that having the power when you need it can get you out of situations where you could be in peril. Also the comfort of a big bike compared to a scooter is well worth the price especially on the beat up roads over there. I would not go smaller than a 250 for around town as passing those tricycles can be treacherous with oncoming traffic.
Your vlog is very informative sir. Very interesting vlog! Well done sir. Keep it up! Ride safe always sir. New subscriber here sir. Enjoy staying here in the Philippines! Let's ride soon sir. Safe travel always.👏👍🤙💪
Yes definitely much more good if you buy motorcycle than car, there are so many car in the philippines that's why it so traffic!! During traffic its more accesible to use motorcycle because it can easily enter in narrow space. Nowadays more and more people in the philippines are using motorcycle to avoid traffic.😄👍👍
Unfortunately most of the people who die in traffic accidents are on under powered and overloaded scooters and tricycles. Perhaps it is easier to get around but because there are no rules a 300 pound motorcycle has no chance against a 3000 pound vehicle.
The thing that I found for me on the scooters is that the handle bars aren't wide enough for the width of my shoulders. The mirrors were completely ineffective for me as they were adjusted so far out that I couldn't see what was coming up behind me which with people passing on both sides is unexceptable and extremely dangerous. I guess you could put wide bars and extended cables and wiring but that would be an extreme hassle and letting one of these so called factory trained mechanics loose on your new bike is a recipe for disaster. The twist the wire together and electrical tape is the common practice and when you mention connectors or soldering they just look at you funny and proceed with mutilating your new bike . I had a throttle cable replaced on a 2020 tvs and they literally destroyed the wiring harness by pulling on the wires instead of the connectors. this was at wheeltec so don't let these idiots near your bike and if you have to replace something Google it and do it yourself . I now have to replace the headset wiring harness and the floor board because when they took it apart they forgot one of the main fastners and snapped the plastic. The two hundred pesos project has turned into a two thousand pesos project by the time i get done buying the parts and account for my time to replace all the damaged components.
Nice bike, I'm in Mindanao, Bislig. I catch the yellow bus to Davou on occasion. Last time in Davou I went to Samal Island. I thought it would be nice to have a scooter to explore the island. Thanks for the heads up on registration and how the LTO works. Have fun.
@@DrLawaytravels No need to have it registered if it's a branded top box like the Givi brands. Only top boxes that are home built are required to be registered with LTO. So I suggest you buy branded too boxes like the Givi, Duhan, etc.
@@michaeljakeusman No need when using branded top boxes. I've been using Givi top box since 2011. Never bothered to register it and never asked to show any registration. You only need to register it if your top box is self built. It is in the laws.
Oh, you're going to love it here. Lots of beautiful places to see, especially the beaches and mountain roads that leads to breathtaking views. Just be aware, road rules are more of a suggestion to a lot of drivers and riders. And a lot of the locals are very friendly for sure but just be careful with people who just see you as a dollar sign walking. Ride safe, rubber side down always and all that. Cheers.
Slick looking bike! ;) But it will be a nightmare if you leave it out in the sun - after an hour you will be able to fry an egg on it - coz of the black color...
When I first went to hard Asia a motorbike (well, a big arse tourer scooter...) was my key to a lot of freedom and yet acquired extreme caution on roads over there... Red lights mean nothing and giveway is a completely foreign concept. .Always wear a helmet. If some numbnut doesn't like wearing a helmet over there because they like paying fines and trying to show they are 'rich', or the local indicator of evident corruption, the world will simply be lighter one day when their number's up... Enjoy but be safe!
The scooter looks awesome when I get there I hope to get the same type of scooter. The safety-related thing I see and this is only based on other vloggers riding in some of the provinces at night would be the fact that it's all black which is nice. Not sure if a few bits of reflective tape or a white helmet would help. I've heard other vloggers complain about running up on other scooters not realizing they were there because they don't bother to replace or fix tail light issues, not sure if a working tag light is necessary in the Philippines.
Nice scooter. Smart getting a model with the fatter tires for wet roads. I will still get a car because of aircon and rainy season. Editing for I was waiting on a price. I must also say 155 is the perfect power for outrunning dogs that give chase! LOL Thanks for sharing. Found your cost of approximately $2480.00 USD Again thanks for sharing!
Great buy depending on what you need. I would've opted for the newer model in xmax or the new ADV but still it's convenient for your size. I bought the Honda Click 125i and I literally put so many upgrades on it it's perfect. It speedy and both big and small enough to go anywhere. We should get together man, I live here in Tacloban City.
How much was the bike? Greetings from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪.. Good information thanks for sharing 👍 I like the way you lay out all the transport options and prices..
I can relate to you Mate as I' also married a Filipina and have spent many times in PI/The Philippines! However, every Expat I know who went the 'motor-bike-route' eventually fell-off and injured themselves- some a lot! As I used to have a Honda 450 and then a Kawasaki 1000 its hard to relate to a Honda 100CC as part of defensive driving is to have the 'power' to quickly Get outa the way! I knew this newly arrived Gringo who bought a new Yahmaha 250 and as he was Bigger it better suited him until... A pig ran in front of him and he went over the handlebars! In PI, for the most part from what I've seen there isn't much of any REAL traffic Control and everyone drives the way they can- which is every which-way! Thereby I've been 'putting up with the Jeepney's and motor-taxi drivers and it works- but certainly is Not going in any style or real freedom of the road! Transportation overall in PI unless you go First Class can be 'rough' i.e. Cebu Pacific when it first came out was a nice airline- but then The Masses started using it, the company grew exponentially and the service soon became- a 'Jeepney in the Air'! I like PI a lot and having ones own transportation- "if' your living outside of any major urban area I'm sure is the Better way to go- just watch out for EVERYONE ELSE and the pigs (Never Beat the Roosters though- no matter where you go!)
Other people, animals, unmarked road construction pits...tons of hazards for sure on the road here. If you can believe it I have been to two countries where it is even worse. "Jeepney in the Air" had me spilling my drink LOL You are right though Everyone else is the problem, gets exhausting dodging from every direction. Also at night cars driving with no lights on coming up behind you and passing fun times.
Btw short for Philippines is Ph/PH. I also drive motorcycle to get around Metro Manila, you need to learn to be a defensive driver when driving here in Ph especially in congested roads. One thing you will learn here for sure is dodging other vehicles.
Couldn't believe that you said " bought a Motorbike" but didn't mention how much on your video,., had to read comments to find out about the price., i'm sure many people would ask.
motorcycle/motorbike/bike-as-you-call-it here in ph espicially in towns = convinient/convinience. nice ride,sir.hope you enjoy your stay here in ph.stay safe and God bless.
Been living here 18 years having a motorcycle feels more convenient living in metro manila with the traffic congestion here. I have now new 125 Honda click scooter my 4th bike I have my bike registered soon as possible also wearing helmet boots proper attire cos plenty of check points been stopped few times but I'm fully legal . As for driving here in the Philippines very scary in metro manila with traffic and idiots on the road.but going out of manila to the province nice been all over central Luzon just to point out cracks and holes in the roads and traffic pulling out of junctions beware and traffic overtaking on narrow roads specially buses been forced off road few times . Had some nice drives specially in the mountains Iv also ride round Marinduque island with a rented bike actually little MiO 125 scooter 500 peso for day nice But take my advice don't let anyone borrow your bike have a great drive exploring 🙏🏍️ keep safe
I am going to buy a Tuk Tuk for use in the Philippines. What's a Tuk Tuk? That red three wheel motorcycle in the aerial shot at the beginning of this video. For driving around in town a motorcycle is a must because there is hardly anywhere to park a car and run into the store.
I would hope to have something for around the area small and then a big touring bike with luggage and tail trunk. 900cc or bigger. Oh.. Congrats on the nice scooter.👍
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I'm Filipino living in the Philippines and I don't even know why I'm watching this.😆
Haha! Well I hope it was entertaining 😀
Haha
Maybe you will learn something. From us.
Keep watching
Already learning a great deal! Amazing people!
😂
Me too Im watching😂😂😂
As a motorbike owner oh yes! Definitley its worthit. Just for the freedom you bought along with it. Worth it.
Yeah the freedom was my main thought!
you should get 400cc scoots instead, so you can Enter express ways here in PH if you're planning on touring the whole PH on a bike. 👍
Excellent choice bro, NMAX good for long rides with comfort and power.
Excellent choice of bike. I know because that's my bike too. I have the keyless 2.1 version - a silver one. Got my registration back after 3 weeks. You're just dying to take the bike out and just clean and stare at it waiting to ride, waiting for that registration to come. But yeah, that bike will indeed take you places. Easy and comfortable to ride on. Now you gotta do motovlogging and travel to new places! Ride safe!
Very good...sooo happy for you! Now u can explore the whole Philippines using your Motorbike....u can travel island to island this time...!!! Enjoy and have fun in my beautiful country ,Philippines...!!! Just drive safely!!
Thank you so much! Looking forward to exploring!
I live in Central Otago NZ and I brought a NMAX 155 as a run around bike as my Honda ST1300 tourer is useless at commuting. The NMAX is awesome cant fault it.
I just started following you as of last week. I’ve seen many of your recent videos, very informative. Keep up the great content… and thnx again
Awesome, thank you!
Good choice sir, i have a Yamaha nmax 155, I bought it last 2018, the fuel efficiency is superb. very comfortable to ride. and has a huge under seat compartment. suitable for traffic places & long rides. its more better if you put a huge Alloy top box on the rear so u can carry more things.
Hey friends if you just want to see the bike you can skip to 7:53 and miss the stuff on public transportation. I need to give the new bike a name, any suggestions? Thanks! Hope I earn your subscription today! It is Free! For all those asking the cost was 124,000 php
I gave some thought to name your new bike Hogg!
congrats on the bike! I think you should name it "Tisoy"
if you're also good at lane filtering, how about "Tagiwalu" (banded sea krait) 😄
How about
"Mabuhay" 🛵
or
"BaHa⚡ LaNa"🏍️.
or "TaLaGa?"
" Walang Pera!"
"Kannon or Kaliwa"
"Sige Na"
"Bukas Nalang"
"The Manila🛵 Thriller"
"Mahal❤️Kita"
or "Lone ⭐ Star"
or "Alamo"🇺🇸
Best move you can make
is go to a hardware store
and put as many red reflectors
and red safety stripes
for you and the fenders.
Black color is cool,
but invisible at night.
Be seen is key.
Hi Doc, where in Texas do you hail?. My uncle was in El Paso,
and my sister lived in Austin
I miss Texas,and I miss Cebu.
You have a nice easy going
relaxed style
and a nice travelogue
I appreciate your efforts.
May god bless you,
always.
Be aware of potholes
at night,
wild dogs
and crazy lane
changers.
Most accidents come
from 11 o'clock positions
and left turns.
Have a 1000 pesos
handy,for fines,or accidents.
Wear a reflecting 🦺 vest,
and strobe red light 🚨
elbow pads and ⛑️ helmet.
Carry a spare tube
air pump,and small tool kit.
If you have to slide,
away from the muffler,
and roll if get tossed,
covering your head.
Watch carefully,
right after rain
for oil slicks,
and loose gravel
around curves.
Leave a large car length
distance,in front
even in stopped 🚦 traffic,
lots of folks don't see you
at least you won't
get pushed or
crushed into the front
vehicle.
You will be fine,
because God
will be your copilot.
Stay safe,on
"The Black Gold Ghost"🤠😎
Amigo . 🙏
What a lovely motorbike you have.... Maybe you got chance to tour islands, visit my province Iloilo...
Alternatively, you could've bought a Honda PCX 160, it's got a bigger underseat space 30 liters and larger fuel capacity at 8.1 liters.
You have the right idea on the motorcycle I was there on Davao Got tired of borrowing sister-in-law's bike And bought a brand new one it is still there they use it I am anxious to get back there I love the country and the people For now we are stuck in Oklahoma
It is common these days to see Filipinos reaching " American size" . The unlimited rice at Mang Inasal helps speed up the process. Love the scoot and that bandanna helps to accentuate that biker look.
Best choice of transportation if living in the Philippines. Its a bummer though during the rainy season but you get used to it. The father of my friend who was from Belgium moved to the Philippines just because he could ride all year round and has been living there since the early 90s
Yeah the rain gets you stuck sometimes, but the storms don't seem to last very long in the area I have been in so far.
Enjoy with your new bike. Will see you with more moto vlogs soon around the country!
That's the plan!
Good choice on the brand and make. Yamaha 49cc was my first scooter now I have a 300cc Honda scooter. My next one is a NC750X Honda. I like automatics. I dont like the small tires. I like the storage and a step through. Cheap on fuel. Have fun.
You can follow up that registration often in the LTO itself or online. You have to have that temporary plate or License plate and ORCR with you and all that motorcycle documents.
That's one of the best bikes there maybe even better than the Honda PCX because of the dual ABS and little quicker.Enjoy!
Yes, speaking first hand here. Get the registration before your travels
No problem, or not much in the province but while passing cities and you already know you'll stick out for the traffic police, be safe..
Trust me it's gonna be worth it once you have the Papers and registration you will save alot of money. I bought mine back in 2017 and i only use my scoot in the city, and im not going outside the city back then when i didnt have the papers but i got it within a month and now my scoot has 98,000 km on it! you will save alot so its a good choice..
BTW, Like your informative videos as a Westerner living here too..
Wow this videos so crystal clear felt like you were riding threw my living room on your new bike
I bought a Sniper 155. Same engine as the NMAX, but with normal (17") sized wheels and a 6 speed manual gear change. Personal preference. I just like to be in charge of my own gear changes. It's perfect for zipping in, and out, of the city. I've also joined the local owners club, who organise longer rides out about once a month.
Sniper 155 engine is not the same with NMAX.
@@4734291 Fairly certain all the Yamaha 155cc bikes and scoots use the same engine. A slightly different state of tune (possibly down to the ECU). But they are all 155cc, 4 stroke, water cooled, SOHC engines. It makes no sense for Yamaha, financially, to develop multiple engines in the same configuration. Far simpler, and considerably less expensive in R&D, to use the same engine, and tweak the gearing and ECU mapping.
Never seen a foreigner using a Sniper 155 before, nice choice sir! Being in a group is a great experience to roam around the province
Same engine but different clutch dry vs wet. Different drive chain vs belt. Different ratios. Saying the same engine in this case would only be good for parts not as an equivalent ride as you are making it seem.
Nmax , nice scoot. ride safe, a lot of dogs roaming in the street sometimes, slow down when you see one, got 2 accident on dogs.
If you want to filter well on the streets you need a smaller scooter. Much better in fuel economy and bang for the buck!!
I started watching your video since i saw you and the park haha
Thats a good bike sir for someone like the size of you.iys a maxi scoot. Its very reliable motorbike and very comfortable to ride on. Good choice,wise decision.
Good cruising scooter and Ride safe Dr Laway!
I would love to know more about the cost of bike, reg, and other unexpected costs. A very sharp looking bike, I do love the color combination
Very nice little bike. Looks comfortable.
I was hoping you'd take it for a spin!
I got nmax as a gift from my dad last year. Although, I'm used to riding a manual trans, I like how convenient a scooter is. No, wonder why scooter is the trend here in Asia.
great choice. people have been choosing this over other bikes in the past few years
Yeah apparently it is really popular now
@@DrLawaytravels as scooters, i would prefer an adv though... but im happy with my suzuki gixxer. ohh and i think theres an nmax group here in digos if you want to join (yeah im also from digos)
I got the Nmax in 2018 and rode it for 2 years till I went to America and then COV hit and travel held me back so after the Nmax set 2 years I let my Philippina sale it for 90k , Now i'm back here and I got the Honda PCX 160 ....The Nmax is a very nice scooter. It's 45 days on the ORCR now here when we live ..
When I lived in Malaybalay, the common transportation is a motorella which is a motorbike with essentially a small jeepney built around it.
Yamaha nmax very nice midget use scooter in the country. Enjoy and safe ride sir
I was in the philippines 2 day after using the tricycle transportation. I decided to buy a motocycle, kawasaki Bajaj ct--125. It was less expensive then scooter, What I liked was the freedom not needing to wait for transportation. What I did not like in Butuan city was the traffic, and 3 accdents I had none were found to be my fault.
I have been here for over 6 years. When we first came here we rented a van .
Then a cycle, but since we were 1.5 hrs from the city we though we should just buy something instead of paying to use a rental
Fast forward we have bought 4 different motorcycles.
I thought tricycle liked cool and I bought one of those also. Big mistake they do not handle liked a side car on a bike from the Us
Sold that and wanted to buy a truck
Here in Palawan there is basically no used vehicles.
Bought a new truck , I didn't want it really but my wife said I'll be happy I did later in life.
A trip from Dipolog to barngy Back round trip is 3000php .Wife's from bago , she was the Baragy accountant
Congratulations..drive safely and enjoy.the.places u want.to.explore
Thanks!
Yup some trikes are akin to sardine cans for us kanos! We have a Suzuki car but some dirt roads are best left for scooters so we also have a Yamaha 155 to use as backup
You could a "Kingcab" motorcycle somewhat a tricycle for cargo or shopping trips. 150 or 200cc
Dr laway since you got a bike now don’t forget to swingby in my hometown masbate city just cross from cebu city to masbate then cross to bicol province okdok! Alright buddy be safe out there!! God bless you!!
Good idea buddy have fun this country smile😄😄😄
Thanks 👍
New subscriber from Philippines
if you are unlucky it can take up to 3 months before you can get your registration papers. it all depends on your dealership and their LTO liaison. Some liaison are just plain lazy so some papers could take 4-5 months . the only way to make them move fast is let them know you will or have file a complaint form to DTI (Department of Trade and Industry) for R.A. 7394 Article 2 Section C, “Protection against deceptive, unfair, and unconscionable sales acts and practices.” or possible violation of the seven (7) day period to register subject vehicle by accredited MAIRDOEs pursuant to AO No. AVT 2014-023 of LTO) that is what i did to my dealer and gave them a copy of the form and email. and after 3 days i got my registration.
Hey, that's good for you. That a very convenient transport vehicle in city more especially in province life. Good pick. 👍👍
Thanks 👍
Change your tire for better road grip
Very cool Mr. Laway. You bought a motorcycle much like what the Filipinos use when I know you could afford to buy a big bike much like most of the expats living in Angeles City. But I like it, you are being very practical. Your fellow expats could learn so much from you👍 - Your fan here in A.C, Pampanga
Remember that if you venture out onto the expressway you are required to have 400cc or better on those roads . I personally would go with a Honda CB 500X if you can find one or a kawasaki versa 650 . If you just plan on toddling around the neighborhood then a scooter would be fine. I took the tvs 110 on a long trip from bongabon to dingalan over the Sierra madra mountains and it was pretty sketchy at times but it did it . Not the most comfortable thing I've been on and our kidneys paid the price for a couple of days afterwards.
I've been bouncing around on what to buy and I think the best is 2 bikes, both Honda's (for me). A 'full sized' CB500X/Forsa 350 or similar as well as a Wave or similar. The wear and tear you save on the big bike would be enough to pay for the little scooter and you don't want or need a full sized bike in the city. A crash would most likely happen in the city as well so the little bike can be considered as disposable.
@@Roof_Pizza it's not the bike but your body as I have found that having the power when you need it can get you out of situations where you could be in peril. Also the comfort of a big bike compared to a scooter is well worth the price especially on the beat up roads over there. I would not go smaller than a 250 for around town as passing those tricycles can be treacherous with oncoming traffic.
Your vlog is very informative sir. Very interesting vlog! Well done sir. Keep it up! Ride safe always sir. New subscriber here sir.
Enjoy staying here in the Philippines! Let's ride soon sir. Safe travel always.👏👍🤙💪
Yes definitely much more good if you buy motorcycle than car, there are so many car in the philippines that's why it so traffic!! During traffic its more accesible to use motorcycle because it can easily enter in narrow space. Nowadays more and more people in the philippines are using motorcycle to avoid traffic.😄👍👍
Unfortunately most of the people who die in traffic accidents are on under powered and overloaded scooters and tricycles. Perhaps it is easier to get around but because there are no rules a 300 pound motorcycle has no chance against a 3000 pound vehicle.
Hello, new subscriber here welcome to the philippines ❤️🇵🇭
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Same here
Yes sir its worth it you can go anywhere anytime you want.. Less spend your money..you can moto vlogging to. But the gasoline is now fucking high.
Im looking forward on ur next vid abt ur tour wd ur bike!!!!!
The thing that I found for me on the scooters is that the handle bars aren't wide enough for the width of my shoulders. The mirrors were completely ineffective for me as they were adjusted so far out that I couldn't see what was coming up behind me which with people passing on both sides is unexceptable and extremely dangerous. I guess you could put wide bars and extended cables and wiring but that would be an extreme hassle and letting one of these so called factory trained mechanics loose on your new bike is a recipe for disaster. The twist the wire together and electrical tape is the common practice and when you mention connectors or soldering they just look at you funny and proceed with mutilating your new bike . I had a throttle cable replaced on a 2020 tvs and they literally destroyed the wiring harness by pulling on the wires instead of the connectors. this was at wheeltec so don't let these idiots near your bike and if you have to replace something Google it and do it yourself . I now have to replace the headset wiring harness and the floor board because when they took it apart they forgot one of the main fastners and snapped the plastic. The two hundred pesos project has turned into a two thousand pesos project by the time i get done buying the parts and account for my time to replace all the damaged components.
Good choice, riding an NMAX too
The funny remarks 😂 I like your sense of humor
Nice bike, I'm in Mindanao, Bislig. I catch the yellow bus to Davou on occasion. Last time in Davou I went to Samal Island. I thought it would be nice to have a scooter to explore the island. Thanks for the heads up on registration and how the LTO works. Have fun.
good choice i also bought the nmax.
8:00 Nice choice! Time to buy a topbox for it.
yep Have to register the top box with LTO or you get fined, so got to go and get that done now
@@DrLawaytravels No need to have it registered if it's a branded top box like the Givi brands.
Only top boxes that are home built are required to be registered with LTO.
So I suggest you buy branded too boxes like the Givi, Duhan, etc.
@@aumarigan you need to register it, specially when you do your yearly registration. it's only 50pesos. better pay that or be fined 1000
@@michaeljakeusman No need when using branded top boxes. I've been using Givi top box since 2011. Never bothered to register it and never asked to show any registration.
You only need to register it if your top box is self built. It is in the laws.
Good choice, nmax is perfect for long travel
Important things don't forget ware helmet and shoes. South to north enjoy.❤❤❤
Try Philippines loop with your bike registers to tourism ofc.
Oh, you're going to love it here. Lots of beautiful places to see, especially the beaches and mountain roads that leads to breathtaking views. Just be aware, road rules are more of a suggestion to a lot of drivers and riders. And a lot of the locals are very friendly for sure but just be careful with people who just see you as a dollar sign walking. Ride safe, rubber side down always and all that. Cheers.
Thanks for your thoughts!
nice motorbike,good job man.
that scooter looks hard for sure, good purchase.
Slick looking bike! ;) But it will be a nightmare if you leave it out in the sun - after an hour you will be able to fry an egg on it - coz of the black color...
They all throw cardboard on the seats in from of the shops around here at first I couldn't figure out why
@@DrLawaytravels Get a mesh seat cover.
Mean looking machine! Black on black.
When I first went to hard Asia a motorbike (well, a big arse tourer scooter...) was my key to a lot of freedom and yet acquired extreme caution on roads over there...
Red lights mean nothing and giveway is a completely foreign concept.
.Always wear a helmet. If some numbnut doesn't like wearing a helmet over there because they like paying fines and trying to show they are 'rich', or the local indicator of evident corruption, the world will simply be lighter one day when their number's up...
Enjoy but be safe!
Good video,exactly what I was looking for..
love the backgroun only lds would know haah
welcome here in Philippines
wow a new one, yahama Nmax excellent
The scooter looks awesome when I get there I hope to get the same type of scooter. The safety-related thing I see and this is only based on other vloggers riding in some of the provinces at night would be the fact that it's all black which is nice. Not sure if a few bits of reflective tape or a white helmet would help. I've heard other vloggers complain about running up on other scooters not realizing they were there because they don't bother to replace or fix tail light issues, not sure if a working tag light is necessary in the Philippines.
Keep safe sir... U have a good choice to buy a motorcycle.. You now have a lot to do and xplore.. Keep it up.. From phillipines
Thanks 👍
I’ve seen 12 on a bike and tricycle on all saints day … bike and sidecar would probably describe the setup best
Good lord! Danger
Nice scooter. Smart getting a model with the fatter tires for wet roads. I will still get a car because of aircon and rainy season. Editing for I was waiting on a price. I must also say 155 is the perfect power for outrunning dogs that give chase! LOL Thanks for sharing. Found your cost of approximately $2480.00 USD Again thanks for sharing!
Wow you bought a yamaha nmax, best buy bro. Its fast !!!
I will by a scooter or small bike when i get to the Philippines. I don't plan to go in a big city either. really really nice bike.
Thanks! I like it a little more rural myself.
I just found you today. I’m liking your content. I wish you would tell us what things cost. Keep up the good work.
Great buy depending on what you need. I would've opted for the newer model in xmax or the new ADV but still it's convenient for your size. I bought the Honda Click 125i and I literally put so many upgrades on it it's perfect. It speedy and both big and small enough to go anywhere. We should get together man, I live here in Tacloban City.
Check with yamaha about yamaha connect module draining battery if not driving everyday
Thanks! Will do
How much was the bike?
Greetings from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪..
Good information thanks for sharing 👍
I like the way you lay out all the transport options and prices..
Thanks! 124,000 php
That's a good decision to buy your own transportation.
Nice bike and speedy👍
Perfect choice on the motor 😎
Thank you so much!
Just started following you... Great 👍 informational video.
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good choice and i have that bike too
Good mornin man
I can relate to you Mate as I' also married a Filipina and have spent many times in PI/The Philippines! However, every Expat I know who went the 'motor-bike-route' eventually fell-off and injured themselves- some a lot!
As I used to have a Honda 450 and then a Kawasaki 1000 its hard to relate to a Honda 100CC as part of defensive driving is to have the 'power' to quickly Get outa the way! I knew this newly arrived Gringo who bought a new Yahmaha 250 and as he was Bigger it better suited him until... A pig ran in front of him and he went over the handlebars!
In PI, for the most part from what I've seen there isn't much of any REAL traffic Control and everyone drives the way they can- which is every which-way! Thereby I've been 'putting up with the Jeepney's and motor-taxi drivers and it works- but certainly is Not going in any style or real freedom of the road!
Transportation overall in PI unless you go First Class can be 'rough' i.e. Cebu Pacific when it first came out was a nice airline- but then The Masses started using it, the company grew exponentially and the service soon became- a 'Jeepney in the Air'!
I like PI a lot and having ones own transportation- "if' your living outside of any major urban area I'm sure is the Better way to go- just watch out for EVERYONE ELSE and the pigs (Never Beat the Roosters though- no matter where you go!)
Other people, animals, unmarked road construction pits...tons of hazards for sure on the road here. If you can believe it I have been to two countries where it is even worse. "Jeepney in the Air" had me spilling my drink LOL You are right though Everyone else is the problem, gets exhausting dodging from every direction. Also at night cars driving with no lights on coming up behind you and passing fun times.
Btw short for Philippines is Ph/PH. I also drive motorcycle to get around Metro Manila, you need to learn to be a defensive driver when driving here in Ph especially in congested roads.
One thing you will learn here for sure is dodging other vehicles.
Nice bike. Ride safe!!
Thank you so much!
Couldn't believe that you said " bought a Motorbike" but didn't mention how much on your video,., had to read comments to find out about the price., i'm sure many people would ask.
Hello.. am your new subscriber from Bukidnon
Hello merl, thanks for subscribing!
motorcycle/motorbike/bike-as-you-call-it here in ph espicially in towns = convinient/convinience. nice ride,sir.hope you enjoy your stay here in ph.stay safe and God bless.
Thank you so much!
Gio in the Philippines has the same scooter and recommends it.
Been living here 18 years having a motorcycle feels more convenient living in metro manila with the traffic congestion here.
I have now new 125 Honda click scooter my 4th bike I have my bike registered soon as possible also wearing helmet boots proper attire cos plenty of check points been stopped few times but I'm fully legal .
As for driving here in the Philippines very scary in metro manila with traffic and idiots on the road.but going out of manila to the province nice been all over central Luzon just to point out cracks and holes in the roads and traffic pulling out of junctions beware and traffic overtaking on narrow roads specially buses been forced off road few times .
Had some nice drives specially in the mountains
Iv also ride round Marinduque island with a rented bike actually little MiO 125 scooter 500 peso for day nice
But take my advice don't let anyone borrow your bike have a great drive exploring 🙏🏍️ keep safe
I am going to buy a Tuk Tuk for use in the Philippines. What's a Tuk Tuk? That red three wheel motorcycle in the aerial shot at the beginning of this video. For driving around in town a motorcycle is a must because there is hardly anywhere to park a car and run into the store.
I would hope to have something for around the area small and then a big touring bike with luggage and tail trunk. 900cc or bigger. Oh.. Congrats on the nice scooter.👍
I got the same motorcycle, thats sick its like batman stealth
wish i could to place, looks awesome