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.
Thanks for this just bought a adv 160 at the same place ... pricec decreased as it cost 105k including top box .. i got my residence cert from a visa agent to save the hassle... they will also hold the white plate until i return
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.
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.
@@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.
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!
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.
Thanks for a good video 👍 I consider buying a new scooter in Thailand myself. I do not live there but travel 2-3 times a year. I wonder if you can just come to the shop, pay for the scooter and drive your way with the red numberplates? No visa or residence card needed? And then later (1-2 months) you can deal with the documents needed for registration in you rname and white plates? Is it like that?
You're welcome. Unfortunately, you'll need the Residence Certificate to purchase the motorbike. The registration process starts at the time of purchase. The easiest way to buy is to have a Thai girlfriend, wife, or friend purchase it and keep it in their name. There is a trade-off between risk and ease.
In the US, you can expect to pay a destination charge of at least $1,000 over the cost in asia, as the bikes are manufactured there, and shipped to the US. I bought a Honda PCX160 a few months ago. The list price was $4,300 but ended up being just over $7,000 after fees, the largest of which was a shipping/destination fee.
@@staceman7981I bought my 2021 PCX 160 ABS brand new in 2021 in the Philippines for $2700 out the door when the peso was around 48/49 to the dollar. Currently it's 56.62. It was 59 a few weeks ago. But also recently the price jumped about $600 for the 2024 model. But with today's php it's still only $2984. A few weeks ago $2860. So it's actually less than half than the U.S. cost here in the Philippines. And bikes are left hand drive in the Philippines like the U.S. 😂😅😂
it seems so easy to do everything in Thailand. dang! I may sellout of Texas and the states. Take my money and move somewhere else for a while, this looks too fun. I want a scooter and cheap Thailand everything. You're living the dream.
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.
And how about if you buy a secondhand motorcle? I mean, do you also need to have a red plate first or not? I am looking for a secondhands, do dealers note the mileage during maintenance?
No, only new motorbikes get the red plate. I know they check the mileage, but I'm unsure if they keep a record like dealerships in the US. I never thought to ask until now.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Oke, but i thought i had seen some second-hand motorcycles with a red plate…I am thinking about buying a second-hand motorcycle, i have seen some at marketplace/Facebook , but you never know if the mileage isright if the don’t note it when it has maintenance!
If I were the second owner and the motorbike was in excellent condition, I'd buy a used one. Otherwise, I'll buy a new one in Thailand. I only buy used In the US because I'm more confident about what I get.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple I have to think about what i will do….Rental motorcles often in bad condition, that’s why i want my own bike when i stay lfor long time in Thailand.
I know it's 9 months old video, but hopefully you can tell me. At that dealership, if I wanted to buy either a 160 or 350, what is the time frame to receive it? Do they have plenty in stock or is there a 6 month lead time? I want to buy one and then ship it to the Philippines.
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
Always purchase in your name and significant other. It's not like you can take it with you in your luggage or afterlife. You're just leaving them with a massive headache. And if you need things like registration handled while your gone they can take care of it
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. th-cam.com/video/O4NgaDr8rpY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lJCMlFXp_xh9Nz0T th-cam.com/video/PqWxhfCZaZI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=FD11tVXVywT6QFke
In Thailand, a person can buy a new ADV 350 for $5,300 out the door. I've seen US dealerships trying to sell leftover ADV 150s at a discounted price of $5,500 out the door. I love living in Thailand. Lol Also, other dealerships in Thailand are selling the ADV 160 for $2,834, almost $200 less than I paid.
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.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple check your IDP, I thought it was only good for three months , I could be wrong, maybe it’s a year , I’ve been going over to Thailand for three month stays for the last two winters , the last two times I’ve gone to AAA in the states for the IDP they told me they no longer stamp the motorcycle endorsement , I’ve talked them into it both times but I don’t want to take the chance that they just flat out refuse so this year I’m going to get my Thai drivers license, I’ve watched a few videos on it and it seams pretty simple if you already have the motorcycle license endorsement on your American license ( something you might want to look into )
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.
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.
@JakeSnowLiveSimple could be a bummer .my friend bought one for thai girlfriend went back to uk for work when he came back asked where the bike was ,answer it's getting repaired. Truth was she sold it needed money as usual
@@allangreenley9901 I couldn't find full coverage for my ADV160. I was told full coverage is only available for the larger 300cc and bigger motorbikes. Most people only have government-required insurance on the smaller motorbikes. 125 - 150cc is ฿430 ($12.22) /year. Bigger than 150cc is ฿645 ($18.32) /year.
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.
This is by far the BEST video I have seen about purchasing a motor vehicle in Thailand. A+ dude !
Wow, Thanks! 👊🏼
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!" 🙏
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.
Thanks for this just bought a adv 160 at the same place ... pricec decreased as it cost 105k including top box .. i got my residence cert from a visa agent to save the hassle... they will also hold the white plate until i return
Nice, good deal! That's a good idea to use a visa agent.
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.
@teckin139 what kind of insurance is it? What's the name of it?
@@PXX-t1j Its called First Class Insurance with a company called AXA Insurance,
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.
Send Google maps pin please
Was it Route 66 Motorcycles?
Very helpful. thanks
You're welcome. 🙏🏼
Hi jake really appreciated the vid, would like to know the process of buying the scooter for export can you make a vid like that
Thanks, I'll see what I can do.
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.
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.
@cryptocrusader6078 .yes u can use wise account I did recently no problem. Took less than 4 minutes to receive from the UK
Thanks for a good video 👍 I consider buying a new scooter in Thailand myself. I do not live there but travel 2-3 times a year. I wonder if you can just come to the shop, pay for the scooter and drive your way with the red numberplates? No visa or residence card needed? And then later (1-2 months) you can deal with the documents needed for registration in you rname and white plates? Is it like that?
You're welcome. Unfortunately, you'll need the Residence Certificate to purchase the motorbike. The registration process starts at the time of purchase. The easiest way to buy is to have a Thai girlfriend, wife, or friend purchase it and keep it in their name. There is a trade-off between risk and ease.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Ok, I see. I will try to get the Residence Certificate as soon as possible. Thank you.
You're welcome.
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.
In the US, you can expect to pay a destination charge of at least $1,000 over the cost in asia, as the bikes are manufactured there, and shipped to the US. I bought a Honda PCX160 a few months ago. The list price was $4,300 but ended up being just over $7,000 after fees, the largest of which was a shipping/destination fee.
@@staceman7981I bought my 2021 PCX 160 ABS brand new in 2021 in the Philippines for $2700 out the door when the peso was around 48/49 to the dollar. Currently it's 56.62. It was 59 a few weeks ago. But also recently the price jumped about $600 for the 2024 model. But with today's php it's still only $2984. A few weeks ago $2860. So it's actually less than half than the U.S. cost here in the Philippines. And bikes are left hand drive in the Philippines like the U.S. 😂😅😂
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.
it seems so easy to do everything in Thailand. dang! I may sellout of Texas and the states. Take my money and move somewhere else for a while, this looks too fun. I want a scooter and cheap Thailand everything. You're living the dream.
So far I haven't encountered anything difficult, or at least what I would consider difficult.
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. 👊🏼
And how about if you buy a secondhand motorcle? I mean, do you also need to have a red plate first or not? I am looking for a secondhands, do dealers note the mileage during maintenance?
No, only new motorbikes get the red plate. I know they check the mileage, but I'm unsure if they keep a record like dealerships in the US. I never thought to ask until now.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple Oke, but i thought i had seen some second-hand motorcycles with a red plate…I am thinking about buying a second-hand motorcycle, i have seen some at marketplace/Facebook , but you never know if the mileage isright if the don’t note it when it has maintenance!
If I were the second owner and the motorbike was in excellent condition, I'd buy a used one. Otherwise, I'll buy a new one in Thailand. I only buy used In the US because I'm more confident about what I get.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple I have to think about what i will do….Rental motorcles often in bad condition, that’s why i want my own bike when i stay lfor long time in Thailand.
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! 👊🏼
I know it's 9 months old video, but hopefully you can tell me. At that dealership, if I wanted to buy either a 160 or 350, what is the time frame to receive it? Do they have plenty in stock or is there a 6 month lead time? I want to buy one and then ship it to the Philippines.
The 160 and 350 are readily available. They are easy to find on showroom floors now. I'm sure you can also get a cheaper price than what I paid.
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.
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.
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.
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. 👊🏼
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.
Always purchase in your name and significant other. It's not like you can take it with you in your luggage or afterlife. You're just leaving them with a massive headache. And if you need things like registration handled while your gone they can take care of it
Good advice. 👊🏼
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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I have never needed a picture for certificate of residency in Bangkok. I bought 2 new cars and a motorcycle.
Interesting; was that recently?
How do I buy one in the USA?
US Honda dealerships can get the ADV160 right now. I've also seen some deals on left-over 2022 ADV150s on the showroom floors.
$4,500 Honda AdV 160 plus title tax n dealer fees for us here in U.S. $6000-$6300
In Thailand, a person can buy a new ADV 350 for $5,300 out the door. I've seen US dealerships trying to sell leftover ADV 150s at a discounted price of $5,500 out the door. I love living in Thailand. Lol
Also, other dealerships in Thailand are selling the ADV 160 for $2,834, almost $200 less than I paid.
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.
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.
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
And it's a good idea to get a full face helmet. I love my jaw and want to keep it intact.
What about driver's license, you never anything about that?
I carry my international and U.S. driver's licenses at all times. However, throughout the buying process, nobody asked to see my license.
@@JakeSnowLiveSimple check your IDP, I thought it was only good for three months , I could be wrong, maybe it’s a year , I’ve been going over to Thailand for three month stays for the last two winters , the last two times I’ve gone to AAA in the states for the IDP they told me they no longer stamp the motorcycle endorsement , I’ve talked them into it both times but I don’t want to take the chance that they just flat out refuse so this year I’m going to get my Thai drivers license, I’ve watched a few videos on it and it seams pretty simple if you already have the motorcycle license endorsement on your American license ( something you might want to look into )
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.
basic insurance just liability not full covered
That's right; it's very basic medical only.
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
They sure do make it difficult. Go here. Go there. No thanks!
It's much easier keeping it in my wife's name.
Only buy in your GFE Name no Paperwork for ya very convienient
Munny spend wise ly
That's true.
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.
Make sure the bikes in your name not the Thais.
That's good advice for most people. 👌🏼
U can buy it in your name straight away I’ve done it myself then u get your green log book in my name after six weeks.
That's right. 👊🏼
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
@JakeSnowLiveSimple lol heard the story many times farangs come back and motorcycle has disappeared and the girlfriend as in her name ..😂
@@allangreenley9901 Bummer
@JakeSnowLiveSimple could be a bummer .my friend bought one for thai girlfriend went back to uk for work when he came back asked where the bike was ,answer it's getting repaired. Truth was she sold it needed money as usual
@@allangreenley9901 Hopefully, it was an inexpensive Scoopy or something similar. A good cautionary tale.
Why cheap out on a helmet, and get some decent gloves btw?
I don't understand your question.
Just get a good helmet (yeah not cheap) also gloves.
@@JAY-wn2hr Good advice, I agree.
The government insurance a total waste of time get private and insure fully comp I recommend Roojai Insurance widely used in Thailand
Thanks for the tip!
How much roughly to fully insure motorcycle say 150 pcx
@@allangreenley9901 I couldn't find full coverage for my ADV160. I was told full coverage is only available for the larger 300cc and bigger motorbikes. Most people only have government-required insurance on the smaller motorbikes. 125 - 150cc is ฿430 ($12.22) /year. Bigger than 150cc is ฿645 ($18.32) /year.
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.
Why not leave it in your wife’s name…. It’s only a scooter?
That's true.
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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The ADV 160 is a little boy, girlie bike. The ADV 350 is a real man’s scooter, unless this is actually just a gift for your girlfriend.
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Ripped off. Price too high. Embarrassing.
What do you believe the price should be? You are embarrassed, what do you mean?
price off main dealers in Thailand would be roughly the same everywhere to say 2000 bhatt maybe difference .they don't discount very much