Choices that I have

[Jakeman]

I just obtained my 2B license and I know I can only get a bike below 200cc. Since I am new to Singapore and am a foreigner, what are my choices and where can I go to get a loan for the bike?

 

Incidentally, I like something that looks like the Aprilia 125 RS 2010 modal.

 

Would appreciate your views and feedback.

 

Jake

[nuad]

wow, hmm well the bikes that compare with a 125 rs2010 (2stroke) model (not necessarily in performance) are

 

http://www.raptorsandrockets.com/images/Yamaha/2008Y/2008_R125_6.jpg

 

yzf 125 r - 4 stroke, thus less power, but more reliable (debatable)

 

http://wheelcraze.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2955&d=1246514111http://wheelcraze.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2955&d=1246514111

 

yamaha R15 -4 stroke - not as expensive nor good looking as the r125

 

 

http://www.perthstreetbikes.com/33050/De-restriction-kit-for-Mito-SP525/Cagiva_Mito_SP525_st1pz.jpg

 

mito 525- 2 stroke -the most desirable of 2B sportsbieks IMO

 

http://images.clickedit.co.uk/2456/car_id_74_1.jpg

 

reiju rs2 125 - 4 stroke - new kid on the block, i dont know much about it

 

http://www.bikebits4you.com/images/categories/Hyosung-Comet-gt125r.jpg

 

the hyosung Gtr125 (4 stroke) - good looker, not bad performance, but apparently poor finish, screws rust quick

 

http://www.arpem.com/motos/modelos/daelim/flash/2007/daelim-roadwin-125-r-fi/daelim-roadwin-125-r-fi-ld.jpg

 

daelim roadwin R - 4 stroke - looks like a decent buy, someone went on a very long touring trip to thailand on it, so it seems reliable.

 

http://www.westcoasthonda.com.au/2010/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/CBR125.jpg

 

the little cbr 125 4 stroke

 

http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/Gallery/Derbi%20GPR%20125%20Racing.jpg

derbi GPR 125 racing - 2 stroke - i dont know much about it

 

 

http://www.normanbirchbikes.co.uk/modules/shop/images/GPR125%204v%20.jpg

 

derbi gpr 125 4v - 4 stroke - i dont know much about it

 

 

this is not exhaustive, and are generally only the NEW 2b sportsbikes

 

list goes on if u include 2nd hand, but u seem to be targeting new bikes, so here you go.

 

if you're buying first hand, it wont be much of a problem getting a loan, shops selling first hand usually provide hire purchase, ask around more. or if u decide on a bike you like, there are riding groups in the forum that center around particular bikes, you can ask them for more info and help. (such as where to buy, and good prices)

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/40-SingaporeBikes%E2%80%A2SportsBikes

 

you if are looking for 2nd hand, maybe others can give u suggestions regarding reloan, heard shops like bikeproduction provide decent reloan for only some models, but u should ask around more, some shops like to cheat foreigners as they are new to the community

 

you can google these bikes that are avaliable here for 2nd hand sportsbikes

 

kawasaki krr150

nsr sp 150

aprilla rs125 older model

cagiva mito 125 older model

Honda NSR Hornet 125

Yamaha tzm 150

 

err i wouldnt reccommend 2nd hand 2b sportsbikes unless you do know how to check its condition, as old sportsbikes are notoriously abused.

 

also as you are new to singapore, you have to learn about other legalities, such as the requirement for insurance before you can ride, and the different classes of insurance covers avaliable.

 

yearly inspection for bikes over 3 years of age.

 

fitment of an IU unit to pay for electronic road tax for road usage for selected roads and timings in singapore.

 

yearly or half yearly road tax payments per year.

 

anyway do ask around more if you are unsure , there are helpful people around in the forum.

Edited December 9, 2010 by nuad

[deckard]

just go to any shop at jalan bukit merah.

 

show your ang moh face, tell them that you just passed 2B know nothing about bike scene here

 

choose the salesman with the widest GRIN

 

buy your bike from him

[nuad]

just go to any shop at jalan bukit merah.

 

show your ang moh face, tell them that you just passed 2B know nothing about bike scene here

 

choose the salesman with the widest GRIN

 

buy your bike from him

 

 

and prepare to pay outstanding prices for an outstanding bike eh

[chris 525]

Not all foreigner are ang moh, could be from China, India, Africa, even outer Space.

 

As foreigner, to get loan you need guarentor, you will find most bike shops are very insistant for this.

Otherwise be prepared to pay full cash.

[Cracked]

Judging from his name, shd b an ang moh.

 

BUKIT MERAH area has the best shops in Singapore, very friendly motorbike shops.

 

Btw, if no money and can't afford a bike, dun get a loan. Ride the MRT instead.

Edited December 9, 2010 by Cracked

[chris 525]

You should not judge someones race soley by their nick, I would guess that Jakeman is of Indian natioinality.

 

My gut feeling tells me.

[excalibre]

i'll go for yamaha r15 ...more sytlish and 4 stroke engine is easier to maintain

[AhZong]

there are also places like mah motor and ubi. they hace a wide selection of motorbikes to choose. i feel you should head down to the shop and have a feel

[AhZong]

the CBR 125 R looks handsome

[haoKR]

dun go bukit merah ther..

 

another chioce-RS3 from reiju

12.9k machine 4 stroke

[terrormania]

hi jake you can google search the bike shops in SG... and you find where are the locations. Most importantly do your homework on the price and the type of fairing bikes that you want.... cheers happy shopping for your ride.