Buying A Motorbike In Thailand As a Foreigner
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ก.พ. 2022
- The time has come to buy my own motorcycle in Chiang Mai Thailand. After 2 and a half years riding a bicycle, I really needed to get that motorbike to move forward with my Thailand journey. Chiang Mai has many used motorcycle shops and markets around the city, with Ruamchok used motorcycle market being one of the most popular and biggest, with many motorbikes for sale. I wanted to stay with a Honda Click but I was also interested in the Yamaha Aerox. I had my money ready and was looking at buying it today! Did I purchase a bike?
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I know that place well, I got my little bike from one of the vendors there and it's been good. It's a great little part of town to live, that area.
Nice one ! Yes, it can be hit or miss at the Ruamchok bike market but they always have some good bikes 👍. Fa Ham is a great area, especially with Ruamchok market.
This really is bike heaven wish my country had so many varieties
Yes, they have a great selection here 👍
Congratulations on the new bike! Many good times to come with it!!
Thanks buddy!
Great video, Never worry about being picky Wayne. Mr Picky goes home happy ! Can’t wait to see the new bike. Hope it works out good for you mate. 🙏👍
Thanks mate, i'm loving the new bike, had a few little things to fix on it but it's all good now. Next vlog i will introduce her buddy 👍
Wayne really enjoyed your vlog and glade you stepped back and considered about the bike you really want can’t wait to see it Wayne
Thanks Robert! Yes it's always good to step back and think. Hopefully i made the right decision.
Very cool vlog... always nice learn about buying things in other countries .... well done on buying and looking forward to the next vlog.
Thanks Aaron, great to have you on the channel mate.
Awesome vlog Wayne, thank you! Here in CM for about 5 months now and thinking of buying either a brand new one or 2nd hand. Ur video definitely helped with some info!
Thanks buddy ! Good luck on buying the bike and hope you liking Chiang Mai life.
We're you able to buy a bike. I was told you need a work permit
@@friendly-stranger6223 You don't need a work permit.
I went to Honda in Bangkok yesterday and he told me to get it registered required a work permit or you have to sign it in a Thai citizens name. I don't know if the guy is busting my balls or what
Congrats on your new purchase man. Can't wait to see Tida on the back. Happy days.
🤣🤣🤣 that made me laugh mate 🤣
Great blog Wayne good insight into buying a bike
Nice one mate 👍
Bro, should got that Honda ADV 150. I got one last year and it’s doing wonders. I drove it to Bangkok and back to Chiangmai 😁
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Love the roller coaster journey you took us on, we all await the Bike reveal 👍🏍️
Thanks Emma, it sure was a roller coaster day. 👌
I went here earlier this week, following your other video! Yes, loads of bikes in there. Stopped off for Ice Cream as well, nice find Wayne!
Nice one! yes so many bikes and the Coconut Ice Cream is the best. Thanks man.
I’m Happy for you Man For your New bike 🏍 🙏🏼👍🏻
Thanks guys 🙏🙏
Well done on buying your new bike, good work Wayne great vid mate
Thank you Jesse 🙏
Lol .. great video Wayne - loved the emotion in it man 😎👍🏻 Glad you stepped back to consider everything and congrats on the expanding family 👍🏻👍🏻🛵🚲
It was stressful mate, i'm crap at making decisions, i normally make the wrong one. The new bike needed a few things doing, but i'm slowly getting it to how i want it. Thanks Simo !
You should be picky with what you want Wayne its a lot of money to splash out, but having your own Motorbike you can spread your wings now boy. Looking forward to seeing what bike you got tomorrow
Thanks Leila, yes i will always take my time over buying anything, even if i have to keep going back to look. Thank you.
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Great vlog, Wayne, I feel I'm right beside you. Here in our room in Chiang Mai looking for destination ideas, but this was a great watch 🙂
Thanks Allan! Hope your enjoying Chiang Mai. So many great places. Thanks.
So many cool looking motorbikes at the place you did this VLOG. 💪
Great VLOG!
Thanks. Loads of nice bikes .
@@WalkAboutWayne That hunter green color is awesome though! ...as my profile color suggests 💪
Two points of caution re buying bikes - the kilometres are routinely wound back at dealers and a lot of the people selling bikes at Ruamchok are actually dealers. Also, it is far more difficult to sell a bike then buy one in Thailand. However, you are still better of owning one both financially and for your safety.
That's right Thomas, alot of dealers here do put the mileage back, i've heard some storys about Ruamchok. Some good dealers there also though. I was lucky with my bike i think. Thanks.
I will be going riding in Thailand for 14 days. I want to rent a Honda 500, I am an experience rider.
Will ride the loop and all over, is this bike to big, font forget all my luggage of 3 weeks will be strap on the bike.
@@adv67 They are a bike devoid of character, so if you don't mind never falling in love with them they would easily handle the job for one rider. It would be too small for 2 people.
You will need at least a rack for your gear.
can't wait to seeing the new bike wayne and all of the future videos you make on it gliding around c m like a swan
rachel
Thanks Rachel, i'll be swanning about everywhere. It's nice to have my own bike now.
Awesome vlog. Really enjoyed seeing all the different bikes. I was surprised when you said you passed on the green one but I’m horrible with sticking to my guns when I see exactly what I want. I’m sure I would’ve ended up paying more than I intended..hahaha. Thanks for showing us the bike shop. I’ll have to remember it when I’m there. Looking forward to the introduction of the new bike!
Thanks Earl, i was surprised i didn't get the green one also mate. I payed a bit more for my bike but i'm happy with it. Thanks Earl, the bike will be unveiled in the next vlog.
nice one Wayne, looking forward to the next vlog already, woomba woomba yeeeehaaaaaa...... 😂
Haha thanks Lee mate.
Yes mate good video
Cheers mate.
Rent money down the drain good on ya Wayne buying your own, I bought a bike in chiangmai years ago and it's still going strong repairs are easy and cheap hopefully not to soon though mate.
Best wishes looking forward to seeing it
It's only money mate 🤣. Yeah it should be easy to repair and cheap. I've had to get a few things done on it already, but hopefully it will run for a longtime now. Thanks mate.
Wonderful video young man. I've just moved to Chiang Mai with my Thai girlfriend. She's been asking me a lot so I'm going to buy her a bike soon. Her tastes are different to mine as there's a 49 year age difference! ha ha. She's 26 so you can figure out my age LOL. This video will help.
Thanks buddy! Sounds like your a lucky man 👍
I am not a bike person but was really interesting looking at all the bikes. I felt sorry for you at one point in the vlog, you genuinely looked in turmoil over the green bike 🙂 That was good though you waited and got a more reasonably priced one. I hope you have many happy safe journeys on your new bike and looking forward to meeting your new wheels in the next vlog 😃
I was really torn over the green bike, but i think i made the right decision, not buying it. Thank you Monica 👍
Awesome video. I wanna go back to Chiang Mai.
Thanks mate. Hope you can get back here soon.
Nice video , The PCX is for sure very nice bike, also the Click is nice , but not to compare with the PCX
PCX is a great bike Nils. In hindsight, i wish i never purchased the click. It's a great bike for around the city, but less so for road trips.
CONGRATULATIONS , waiting to know what u will name her
Thanks Dan. The new name is the hard part now. I will put it to you subscribers in the next vlog.
Plenty of bikes 🏍 - always good to have a lot to choose from - you will always get some $ back - happy days 😎🙏👌👍
Loads of bikes at this place Ant. Yep, i will get some of the money back if i ever need to. Thanks.
@@WalkAboutWayne Easy rider 👌
The MSX is a true fun bike buddy would like to see you having fun with it 🤙
Cheers buddy
It looks a fun bike mate but not for me. Loads of Thais use the MSX though. 👍
Look kid Bike😂
Wayne, I rented an Aerox 155 from Mango in January for the Mae Hong Son loop and a loop around the Golden Triangle. It was a great bike and felt way more stable than the 125s I rented when I was between 70-100 kph. Thanks for the recommendation on the rental shop, I made sure to give you a shoutout to the owner
Nice one Mike, I wanted the Aerox and still might get one in the future. No worries buddy, thanks for watching.
Saw the bike you chose but I am sure I would have gotten the green bike with those classic gold rims. Your choice and happiness. Cheers.
I loved that green bike for so long, but i made the right choice with my black bike. Thanks.
Wowww.....After buying a motorcycle, you go to Doi Inthanon and Pai 😅😉😊
I like a girl who sells motorbikes, she looks cute. 😉😊
🤣 I'm not sure about that mate but the girl was very cute, i agree.
woah, did not expect to see so many Japanese dual sport bikes... might have to go up there and get one asap.. wheelie time
Loads of cool bikes at Ruamchock Sam, well worth having a look.
look into wrapping it in vinyl wrap in custom color scheme that you design
I would love to do something like that .
Exciting, Wayne! It's like the season finale of the Bachelor... Waiting to see who you've chosen to be "your ride!" 😂
Good stuff, man... Enjoy... You deserve it!!
🤣 Thanks mate! Season 2 coming soon 🤣🤣
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Nice one mate I'd like to do that at some point I'd like to get something a bit different I've always owned modified vehicles and I used to rebuild cars and bikes so I know a little bit about them I'm not sure I'd buy a click as it's a but too small so I'd probably end up getting a bike with gears who knows 😂 great video as always my friend 👍🏼
Nice one Stuart, sounds like you got a great plan, come over and modify a bike. As you probably well know, the Thais do some crazy mods and peobably not all legal 🤣🤣. Thanks mate,.
Hahah good video Wayne Thanks! I was cheering you to get the green one because I could tell you wanted it sooo bad hahah About Thai years I heard you say to lady you couldnt figure it? Or were you saying the Thai printed Chiang Mai on palte? anyway......For Thai year easy to remember & convert just remember 543 easy right 5-4-3 Just add it to present year so 2022 + 543 = 2565 which is the Thai present year ;) Good Luck with new bike! Take Care Mate!!
I was wanting that green bike for months but i preferred my new one now. Cool , nice one on working out the year Mike. Thanks.
It was love at first sight Wayne! You made a good decision even though you could save some money somewhere. I would do the same. Enjoy her, you deserve it! :)
Cheers Filip, yes i could have gotten a cheaper older one , but i wanted a half decent one. Thanks man.
Can hardly wait to see your new bike! Jealous as hell! Glad you took it to the Thai AA 😉
Thanks Rebecca. Yes, i had it checked right away. 👍
Thanks for the update mate awesome now the big question is are you going to get leathers or what maybe the bigger bike just in case you want to do longer rides
Cheers Brendan! I don't think i will be getting leathers mate but i will be wearing jeans a lot more.
That's awesome congratulations! Can't wait for the next video! What's her name?
Cheers Jerry! No name yet mate.
Good stuff Wayne.
Buy a crash helmet. And wear it Wayne. Then take it easy
Thank you 👌
Great video mate
Black beauty is going to be pissed.
Shes's not happy! Thanks mate 👌
i do love a green motorcycle/motorbike
I did love that green bike for so long, but as time went on i preferred different colors.
Great, really helpful video Wayne. Where exactly is this market? I know there are a few 25 minutes outside of the city, but this might be more convenient.
Cheers Alex, the location is in the description of the video mate. Ruamchok is behind Central Festival Mall.
@@WalkAboutWayne Excellent! I will be having a look around 20th March. Cheers amigo.
Aerox all day long for me I'm afraid, that extra power gives you a bit more confidence!... But you obviously loved the Green Click, looked great with the Gold wheels
I really like them Aerox as well Mark. The green and gold does look good on the click. Thanks.
You did well to resist the green goddess - it did look tidy, but you stuck to your plan, so good on you! Looking forward to seeing the "new member of the family"
I was surprised i passed on the green bike as well, i wanted that bike for so long. I'm happy with the bike i purchased. Thanks mate.
Fantastic
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Oakley Holbrook XL Black Iridium Polarized? Nice~
Yes mate, but the Thailand version 🤣🤣
Thanks for sharing! How big was those Kawasaki Ninja? 125 or 250cc?
Atleast a 250.
Fantastic video Wayne. Interesting to watch you logically progress through the decision process. Overpaying, buying based all on emotion many times leads to buyers remorse.
Now...do your subscribers get to help name your new ride? haha
Thanks Robert. Yes i will be taking name suggestions on the next vlog and i will come to some sort of decision .
My heart always says ''trail bike'', my head and practicality always says ''Honda Click''!
I woud love the trail bike to Tanya, but it just wouldn't be the right decision for Chiang Mai.
Chaing Mai would be a Honda Wave 125
Bangkok would be a Honda Click 150
Honda Wave sure is the most popular bike in Chiang Mai.
The MSX reminds you of a kids bike because it's the updated version of the old monkey bikes we got as kids in the UK. Nice little bike
Nice! i was tempted to get one of them MSX bikes. Alot of Thais use them.
Pcx/aerox over click for sure definitely for comfort and distance but glad you brought something as per the rental I’m sure they will take it back no problem and refund a bit
That's the reason i really wanted one of those bikes, the Click can get uncomfortable very quickly.
@@WalkAboutWayne yess I unfortunately had to take one to pai for a friend the worst ride ever
Vario click bah, keren euy😎
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buy the model with a coffee holder!
Coffee will get the pride of place on the bike mate. 2 holders, one each side haha.
@@WalkAboutWayne great job and when you do the video Wayne I want to see coffee cups in each holder with coffee!
Getting a car or a bike was one of my dreams wishlist 😂
Hope you can get one 👍
Great video mate, have you got a new name for yer bike yet
Thanks Robert! No name yet mate, i will be doing a live chat on the next vlog and you guys can give me some ideas.
Good investment if living there a year or more Wayne and wouldn't worry about selling it if you need to leave Thailand fast can always take it to that market for a quick sale
That's a great idea Brendan, i never thought of that. That's what i would do if i needed a quick sale. Just getting a nice chunk of the money back is better than nothing.
did it come with license plates? how long does it take to receive the license plates? I just bought a new bike and i haven't heard back from the dealer after a week. thanks for your help!
Just take it to the transport office and change ownership. That's it. Thanks.
Thank you
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WHat was the legal process to buy one if I may ask? and what websites do you talk about when you said you found a batter price? thank youu
I have a video on my channel with all the things I needed to register the bike. Facebook Marketplace is where I got my bike . Thanks
Honda click and Adv 150 is good for long ride ..that is popular here in Philippines
I really like the Honds Adv, great bike.
Not the most orthodox way of spending your hard earned. Buying a beautiful bike from somebody you can't communicate with properly. Not a how to do it video but how I did it video. Very entertaining as ever Wayne. I hope that it all works out well for you. Drive it safely.
Yes, my vlogs are never telling "HOW" in Thailand, but more how i do it. I've actually walked away with a right bargain this time, so lady luck was on my side. Thanks.
I don't know but I thought prices was a bit high then. I check same new bikes in Pattaya now and I might go for a new one instead.
Hi Paul, can find some good deals here but i find Facebook is better, that's where i ended up buying. It's always better buying new though.
@@WalkAboutWayne I was adviced to buy the new Honda 160 cc. Seem to be lighter then the previous model 150 cc. Yes, that new one look really good. 70.000 + bath.
We will see. :-)
The new clicks are nice but if I could go back, I wouldn't buy click again. I should have got the ADV, Aerox or PCX.
@@WalkAboutWayne I check them out aswell.
Good morning Mr wyne,do you know if how much tje Tag Prize of GT 1w5 2nd hand motorbike.i
I'm guessing you mean the Yamaha GT 125? Depends how old the bike is. I would say anywhere from 25,000 to 35,000 Baht.
Wayne. How does insurance work? Anyway, now I won't have to rent. I can use it for my drunken soapy binges. Right? Also, I know you are a safe driver. But just reminding folks to look both ways at all intersections. There have been some terrible red light running crashes here in Nevada recently. A whole family of seven was wiped out by a drunk in Las Vegas. So not just Thailand. But great you got the bike.
When you transfer ownership of the bike, they make you pay for Tax and Insurance. The insurance they give you doesn't cover much, but at least it's insurance. I go over some of this in my next vlog mate. Tragic story about Nevada , hopefully i won't see anything like that. I always make sure i look both ways TWICE! . Thanks mate, i can get to all the soapys around the city now .
"Soapy"...good na name for your new bike.
The resale value on Yamaha is not very good . You can sell a Honda in 5 hours , and get a bright colored bike so you are visible to oncoming traffic LOL
Hi Neil, i did see that the Yamaha decreases in resale value, so that's another plus for the Honda. Thanks.
When your in different cities would you be able to mention in passing whether the people there speak some english or is it hard to find people that speak english?
You'll always find people speak some English. Every town I've been, people always speak some English.
Do Happy Mushroom sell magic ones?
I've never asked mate 🤣 but anything is possible in Thailand.
I go to Thailand in winter season since 2015 and use to rent a motorbike there. Now I'd like to buy one because it's rewarding to me riding my own motorbike. But, as far as I know, as a tourist, it is not allowed to buy a motorbike neither used nor brand new! That's a pity!!! Is it true? Do you have any information to give me a chance to buy one in my name? Thank you
I have heard about this recently Ruggero. All you need to do is show a residence certificate. There are ways of getting one on a tourist visa. Money talks.
I've rode Harley's all my life and I know how you feel when looking at bikes, lol.....ahahahahhaa...boy's and their toys, lol
Yes, I love looking at bikes 🤣
Do they have the after market parts for bikes like fat rear tire swing arm xtension
Parts are easy to get for certain bikes but i think the bigger bikes, you would need to order parts in.
"Wayne has his Happy Mushrooms and nearly decides to buy a bike, cause he loves the colour of it haha". The click is fine for 150km rides man. No worries. Must say the PCX drives a bit more relaxed if you go faster, say 70 to 80 km an hour. Congratz with the bike man!
Color is the main thing for me mate, i've got to look at it, if i like the color i move onto engine and how it runs. The PCX and AEROX look cool . Thanks buddy.
@AVRO filmvideo smart bike indeed.
@AVRO filmvideo just got my wife a Vespa 150S it’s in a different league for comfort, stability just everything really. Birthday treat for her, but it rides like a dream….I’m a car man but I will drive this Vespa…..Wayne should have had a word with me, got a Honda click 125cc that I would have let him have at a silly price as a favour. Mai pen rai….
Awwww man, now he tells me 😂😂. Should have let me know mate. What year and color?
@@spizzenergi2292 thats really kind. Maybe Wayne can sell his one without driving it..and make the deal with you. win-win!
We were in Thailand few days ago. Forgot to ask if a foreigner like me from Philippines can buy motorcycle and ship to manila
I'm not sure about that Arcelle, best to ask a dealer in Thailand.
Good thing about Thailand is the cost for repair of a motorbike is just so damned cheap compared with the west. So unless you buy a real lemon, you got a good deal.
So true, repairs and fuel is so cheap. I filled the tank on 120 Baht and the service at Honda was 420 Baht. It's incredible really.
@@WalkAboutWayne fuel here in Philippines is P88 for a liter now.. 😂
Really have no idea which brand i have to choose …..bro could i ask why you looking honda click ?
Click is great for the city, the best at carrying shopping, one of the easiest and cheapest to repair. Every mechanic will have parts. Fuel consumption is excellent. But after all that, I wish I got a Yamaha Aerox 🤣🤣
@@WalkAboutWayne thanks bro than i looking honda click
Any idea about buying a new africa twin in bangkok?
I don't know much about buying a bike in BKK. Sorry.
@@WalkAboutWayne no problem brother. Appreciate the video
Hi Wayne,
Congratulations on the purchase. You must be so excited to have your own bike.
I would have been just as picky as you. Let's face it, you want what you want. Nobody went home happy by settling for near enough.
Now to name the new family member. 🏍
Hi guys, yes i'm so bad at making decisions but i want to make sure i get what i want. I'm happy with the new bike. Thanks.
Do they sell ordinary older motorbikes as opposed to scooter's?
Yes, they sell some bigger bikes that are not scooters.
Is there warranty and where do I go to places like this
Yes, you'll get some sort of warranty. Used Motorbike markets in any Thai city.
Congrats on the bike. There pretty cheap there. You can always sell it when your ready. What you gonna name it.
Thanks Robert! I'm not sure what to call her yet, we will discuss that in the next vlog when i introduce the bike. Thanks.
Bonjour Merci pour cette vidéo et découverte de ce site..je cherche des 300 CC mini et je voulais savoir si vous avez des sites à me proposer pour aller les visiter et quelles sont les démarches pour avoir le scooter à son nom Merci de votre aide
Hi Brigitte, i don't speak French but i translated and it seems you want to know how to transfer a bike in your name? I have a video on my channel called transferring ownership, that video should help you. Thanks.
sir please make videos on dirt bike atv
Hopefully soon.
New name Wandering Wayne ..........
Wheelin' It Wayne
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No triumphs Harley
Not at this place . You can find them though.
How much are you paying for your rental Wayne?
2500 a month mate.
Don't go used with the price of new ones it's a no brainer so far we bought a new one every 18 months or 2 years and we couldn't be happier I love the fresh engine etc and our old ones I have always got top dollar for them because we take care of them and you can tell. My 2cents
Nice, thanks for the info Dave.
Are those all moped or actual motorcycles ?
Many big bikes too.
how much rent a motorcycle in thailand for a month bro?
Around 2500 baht for a 125cc buddy. Around £60 👍
Thank you for your good report, how can I buy from these stores and auctions, I am not Thai, can you give me their contact information?
You just turn up and look at the bikes, and make a sale if you like one. It's best to take a Thai person with you , as some sellers don't speak English. Make sure all the paperwork is in order for the exchange. The link and contact should be in the description of the video.
@@WalkAboutWayne Well, I want a reliable person to buy for me in Thailand, and I'm looking for that reliable person, to buy and do the cargo delivery and shipping to reach my port, actually my question was how to find this person. , or if you give me the number of these stores and auctions, is this the issue, thank you for your guidance.
Can you ride that bike outside of Thailand now?
Outside of Thailand? Riding over the border do you mean?
Is £1000 (45,000 baht) enough to get a decent runaround?
Yes Dave, my bike was 35,000 .
@@WalkAboutWayne I really like those bigger scooters, the ones that look like you can carry 2 comfortably. I guess I'll need to up my budget and does the scooter license cover the bigger engines?
@dave3k Yes you might want to add a bit more if you want a pcx or Nmax. I wouldn't go much older than 2019. Bike licence covers all bike sizes here 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne Awesome, thanks for the info.
How you get it back to your home country
??? Why would you want to take it home?
Does anyone know a trustworthy used motorbike shop in Bangkok?
Hope someone can help 🤞
Can buy a bike with tourist visa?
You will need to get a residence certificate. It's possible on a tourist visa. I would let a visa agent take care of it for you.