<Gathering interest> Ride to Northern Thailand MHS - Mid 2024 (See the year) Speed 110-120km/h

[adesmond2]

 

Date: TBC Most likely between May - July 2024

 

Best case scenario.

Day 1 - SG -> Hatyai

Day 2 --> Hua Hin

Day 3 --> Ayutthaya

Day 4 --> Somewhere near/after Phitsanulok

Day 5--> Chiang Rai

Day 6 --> Golden triangle -> Chiang Mai

Day 7 > MHS -> Pai (might extend one more day)

Day 8 -Chiang Mai Train Station -> BKK Train Station

Day 9 - BKK Train Station -> Hatyai Train Station

Day 10 --> Betong or Sungai Kolok Border

Day 11 --> KL

Day 12 --> SG

 

Estimated speed: (To maintain/not top speed)

110km - 120km (digital speed) (at MY) 

90km - 100km (digital speed) (at TH)

speed limit will all based on road/traffic conditions.

 

All interests is subject to my discretion, and I'll advise more as the date approaches.  (seen too many incidents, accidents happened to me as people dun listen to instructions, as you age, you see things differently).

Sometimes, riding alone is much safer then with a group..

A group is fun when you reach your destination. but while riding, if a person doesn't know how to ride safety in group settings = dangerous. (this will jeopardise the entire trip and that's what happen to me)

 

-2A and above is welcome to join. (CL2 can ride all the way to R&R and wait for the rest).

*Please remember the route or know the way or at least know the turns, at the same time, do not ask me to get everyone to ride at your comfort speed as my speed is fixed..

-Please ensure your bike is in best condition as we don't wish any bike to break down anywhere along NSH.

-Min knowledge of your bike is required.

-Know all basics troubleshoot of your bike and fix it yourself. (we wun be able to help out to repair bikes as most people will be shag on riding for long distances)

-Do not stop along the roadside no matter what as alot of accidents happened. (I had an accident back - another day story) 

If really need to stop, signal towards the side that you intend to stop.. SLOW DOWN not stop. check mirror.. make sure everyone already signal and slowed down.. then gradually slow down further and stop..

-Stay at left lane unless you see something weird is infront. (do not go in shoulder lane unless both lane jam)

 

Please rest well and ride safety as I would not know what you are doing the previous night or control how you ride.

 

Items to prepared before going Thailand

1) Tyre repair kit (with gas) Tubeless

2) Disc lock (alarm preferred) bring the allen keys for disc lock.

3) any spare parts that you think you might need, and bring your motorcycle to your trusted workshop at least 2 weeks beforehand and 1 day beforehand.

4) Rain coat / rain shoes

5) Clothing to last you at least 12 days/personal hygiene (this varies if you wan to break off half way)

Thai bahts / RM(Must) / Cash card /touch and go card (for those going via Tuas)

6) Insurance covered in Malaysia and thailand for entire 12 days. (Update us emergency number and we will call if anything happen)

7) Wind-proof lighter for smokers to light their ciga while riding.. LOL..

Chain lube and pad lock if you need additional locks

9) Water proof bags or tank bags to put your stuff

10) 1 metre long of chain + lock if you want to chain your bike together (optional)

 

Last but not least, please ensure you are wearing full covered shoes/ Jeans / full face helmet / amour jacket. (a must)

*Singapore and NSH is TOTALLY diff..

 

We will have at least 1 meet up on the convoy and etc. Will update again. 

 

For those who have problem seeing at night/wear contact lens, please wear your spec while riding.

 

Preferred: Can travel at least 250km without refueling. (can skip every 1 alternate petrol kiosk and save time) (In case petrol station down or renovation as well)

 

Important

If anything happen I will only call tow for you and you have to pay for all charges

 

 

**Please change RM in advance if possible**

MAX total distance for this trip about 7000 KM (looking to lower this number to 4000 if train services is available)

 

Total damage to pocket about 2-2.5k Since this trip will takes about 12-14 days.. 

***Bring a CC just in case.. 

 

Interested? Put your details as per follow, (only left 2 slots - unless you are a group already) as it will be a long ride, I dun wish to gather too many riders.

If you are inactive here, pm me your contact number, will WhatsApp you on a nearer date.. 

 

Name / Current bike / Years of bike experience / Been to any official group ride before? / understand hand sign for bikes? (Basic or full)

 

1-  Desmond / MT03 (might change to CL2-TBC)  / more then 20 years of riding experiences / experienced in official group rides / basic hand sign understood.

 

2-  One of my riding buddies / MT03 -> CL2 (TBC) / 10 years of riding experiences / inexperience in official group rides / hand signs unknown 

 

3 - 

 

4 - 

 

(Max at 6.)

[shiba2b]

good to be planning ahead

just my 2 cents

1) may/june/july isn't the best weather in north thai but i guess have to fit work/leave schedule. Anyway you're only spending a few days up there. 

2) seems quite rush, no? 

i've done the MHS loop a few times (car, scooter, bike) and each time i do it over 4-7 days. And each visit is a different experience. 

[adesmond2]

24 minutes ago, shiba2b said:

good to be planning ahead

just my 2 cents

1) may/june/july isn't the best weather in north thai but i guess have to fit work/leave schedule. Anyway you're only spending a few days up there. 

2) seems quite rush, no? 

i've done the MHS loop a few times (car, scooter, bike) and each time i do it over 4-7 days. And each visit is a different experience. 

1) weather should be warm? I choose that period cuz warm is better then rain every now and then.. I ride before on both periods.. rain = can cause floods.. warm= dehydration (just drink more water will be alright)

2) ya.. abit rushing due to the limited time/leaves.. like this already at least 11 days.. (with train services Somemore.. no train services = 14-15 days) and we haven’t include any “delays?” Then the days will get extended as we observe the situation.. 

[shiba2b]

23 minutes ago, adesmond2 said:

1) weather should be warm? I choose that period cuz warm is better then rain every now and then.. I ride before on both periods.. rain = can cause floods.. warm= dehydration (just drink more water will be alright)

2) ya.. abit rushing due to the limited time/leaves.. like this already at least 11 days.. (with train services Somemore.. no train services = 14-15 days) and we haven’t include any “delays?” Then the days will get extended as we observe the situation.. 

i've always gone up there in winter (Nov-Jan). Night and morning kena hypothermia, afternoon heatstroke 

but malaysia and south thai will be raining during those months. 

this trip schedule sounds like meant for those that just want to go riding with convoy and "been there, done that" and squeeze into 11 days.

for those that want to maximize their exploration of the north in a short time, i would suggest flying to CM and renting big bikes to go around. Just last month, i was riding from Pai to MSH and met a bunch of SG bikers along the way. They are all super experienced bikers (rode all around indo china) but this time due to CNY schedule, they were limited to just 12 days. They flew up to CM and rented bikes to ride around the region. Chiang Mai, MHS, Chiang Rai. 10 days rental i think. This way, they focused their time on riding around the north region, albeit not on their bikes. 

but of course, doing it on own bike is a different feeling.

for me, i wouldn't drive/ride up unless i can spare at least 3 weeks. My trips up there usually 4-5wks. I think my most rushed trip was KL-Kui buri-alpaca hill (ratchaburi)-KL in 5 days. But that time i was also testing some new parts.

[adesmond2]

9 hours ago, shiba2b said:

i've always gone up there in winter (Nov-Jan). Night and morning kena hypothermia, afternoon heatstroke 

but malaysia and south thai will be raining during those months. 

this trip schedule sounds like meant for those that just want to go riding with convoy and "been there, done that" and squeeze into 11 days.

for those that want to maximize their exploration of the north in a short time, i would suggest flying to CM and renting big bikes to go around. Just last month, i was riding from Pai to MSH and met a bunch of SG bikers along the way. They are all super experienced bikers (rode all around indo china) but this time due to CNY schedule, they were limited to just 12 days. They flew up to CM and rented bikes to ride around the region. Chiang Mai, MHS, Chiang Rai. 10 days rental i think. This way, they focused their time on riding around the north region, albeit not on their bikes. 

but of course, doing it on own bike is a different feeling.

for me, i wouldn't drive/ride up unless i can spare at least 3 weeks. My trips up there usually 4-5wks. I think my most rushed trip was KL-Kui buri-alpaca hill (ratchaburi)-KL in 5 days. But that time i was also testing some new parts.

Wooo... that period raining ah.. shag... nvm.. adopt accordingly bah.. rain coat is a must so ok la..

agreed.. this trip is more on been there done that.. and only go to "key locations".. if really wan to explore, like what you mentioned, fly and rent lor.. 

originally wanted to train all the way but this become a bit pointless.. might as well fly.. so ride one way, train one way..  

For people who wanted a more relax ride.. like use these days * 2.. then all location can stay additional one more night.. or maybe the few main city +1-2 nights more.. only for people who can truly take leave for long duration or retired..  

Definitely different feeling riding our own SG plate bikes.. haha.. 

FYI.. one of my MOST regretful thing in life is unable to complete my laos trip 12 years ago.. it was my charity ride plan for about 2+ weeks.. I had major bike issues on day 1 (carb dirty/jam) - (wash carb one week beforehand) and accident on day 2 (caused by other group member, mirror cannot see rear).. (I'm a very very careful person) Bike serviced one month & one week in advance.. one day before hand even went for checks. but things happened for a reason.. 

Thus.. this trip is more or less for me to have a closure of that ride.. every now and then, I would think back.. what would happen if I continue to ride upwards despite the accident.. the rest of the folks make it back.. will I be able to do so? thus this trip..