planning a virgin ride to KL.

[safshadows]

good day people,

 

me and my buddy are planning a ride to KL and we are very new to this touring stuff. Would you guys mind giving us tips on how to go about doing it?

 

recommended hostel/hotel in KL that are safe for riders?

 

what important things to bring along?

 

the questions are endlessss....

 

would definitely appreciate your kind response. thanks!

[HaiR1]

what bike u ridin? stayover or 1 day trip?

[safshadows]

we're both riding super4s. we plan to stay KL for 2 nights.

[braveiron]

For me I try not to stop along the NSHW shoulder if someone flag me. I had this experienced once.

 

Whilst I was riding slowly along NSHW proceeding to Ipoh to repair my front bearing, suddenly a guy stop me and asked for my help. He said his motorbike run out of petrol and he asked me whether I can pillion him to the nearest petrol kiosk and send him back to his bike. But the strange part was that the he said his bike was at a different location. So I felt something wasn't right, so I decided not to help and ride on.

 

So my advise is to be extra wary and careful. Try to ride together.

Edited March 28, 2012 by braveiron

[World Misanthropy]

And always go minimum 4 people. Why? Cus at least if one bike break down or whatever at NSHW, the other guy can accompany him while the other two can go look for help. Its like a buddy system.

[kinwei]

The easiest and safest way is to join any orgianised trip to KL or Genting. I think there are already informations inside the forum particulary at the Trip Thrill section. You can gather details from there.

 

Another way is to initiated a trip. See if there are any experience tourers whom might be interested to join your trip.

 

You could PM me if you need advise but definately not hotel as I don't usually stay there, only at Genting.

 

Cheers.

[safshadows]

For me I try not to stop along the NSHW shoulder if someone flag me. I had this experienced once.

 

Whilst I was riding slowly along NSHW proceeding to Ipoh to repair my front bearing, suddenly a guy stop me and asked for my help. He said his motorbike run out of petrol and he asked me whether I can pillion him to the nearest petrol kiosk and send him back to his bike. But the strange part was that the he said his bike was at a different location. So I felt something wasn't right, so I decided not to help and ride on.

 

So my advise is to be extra wary and careful. Try to ride together.

 

thanks buddy! i'll take note of that

[Meat Eater]

When is your trip?

[safshadows]

When is your trip?

 

my trip's on the 13th of april. we are currently looking for a good parking place to park our bikes. any recommendations?

[aloha]

The last time when I rode up to KL I parked at Grand Seasons Hotel. They have parking for bikes at the basement (RM2), but for big bikes they should be able to let you park right outside the lobby. That's what they did for me last time. You should be able to find the details through google etc. Good luck!

[safshadows]

The last time when I rode up to KL I parked at Grand Seasons Hotel. They have parking for bikes at the basement (RM2), but for big bikes they should be able to let you park right outside the lobby. That's what they did for me last time. You should be able to find the details through googleetc. Good luck!

 

Thanks for the info! i found a a place, or i should say hostel which has parking facilities. im not sure whether its true or not. the hostel's called Reggae Guesthouse. ever heard of them guys?

[aloha]

Nope, but if they say they have you should be able to park there. They're actually quite flexible about these kinda things up north so don't worry so much. Just go and enjoy the ride!

[KerplunkZ]

chain up both bike together.

[Wan13]

chain up both bike together.

And cover up the bikes.. Even better..

[Kazky]

Usually i'll be staying in Bt Bintang area. Food and shopping is all available there. Incld numerous reflexology outlets to pamper those legs after a ride or after a walk. Also a good place to "feast" ur eyes.

 

Hotels ive stayed that is gd and safe for bikes so far:

1. Hotel Fortuna

2. The Royale Bt Bintang

3. SKY hotel

 

So far they allowed me to park right at the lobby itself. Some cheap protection to ensure a peace of mind is disc lock and canvas. Just so to keep eyes away to ur bike. Sort of a double protection.

Hope this helps a bit.

[playful]

*sigh*

would join u guys if it's end of the mth or beginning of next mth.

 

anyway, since it's u guys virgin ride, just make sure:

1) check your bike's health at least 1 wk prior (coolent, tyres, break system, lightings, horn, etc)

2) good riding attire (padded one preferrable)

3) tyre repair kit (and do go learn how to use it if u dun know how)

4) copy of ur passport/IC (just stuff it wif your insurance paper on ur bike)

5) $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$

6) adventureous mind set (be happy and enjoy)

 

Cheers mates

[safshadows]

*sigh*

would join u guys if it's end of the mth or beginning of next mth.

 

anyway, since it's u guys virgin ride, just make sure:

1) check your bike's health at least 1 wk prior (coolent, tyres, break system, lightings, horn, etc)

2) good riding attire (padded one preferrable)

3) tyre repair kit (and do go learn how to use it if u dun know how)

4) copy of ur passport/IC (just stuff it wif your insurance paper on ur bike)

5) $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$ MONEY $$$

6) adventureous mind set (be happy and enjoy)

 

Cheers mates

 

thanks buddy! looking forward to this ride man....

[Shahiran]

Hi guys i'll be going too KL to but not comfirm either on may or june

But currently looking for KaKi to tag along as i'm also riding the

Same bike as yours. Do pm me aitz

[Shahiran]

Hi guys i'll be going too KL to but not comfirm either on may or june

But currently looking for KaKi to tag along as i'm also riding the

Same bike as yours. Do pm me aitz

[playful]

Just posting in here to try my luck for KL ride up kaki...

 

Heading up to KL:

1) Either > 29 Jun, Fri, 6+pm

2) Or > 30 Jun, Sat, Morning (anytime)

 

Return back to SG:

1) 1 Jul, Sun, between 3pm-6pm at Shell station after KL toll.

 

 

Anybody interested... Make some noise here or PM me also can.

Edited June 27, 2012 by playful