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lowpro
post Jan 23 2017, 02:55 PM

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QUOTE(jackbanner @ Jan 23 2017, 10:46 AM)
Goldwing touring bike, is it the same category as a cruiser? Any special thread for this category?
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Goldwing is considered a touring bike or tourer

See reference from Honda USA's website:

http://powersports.honda.com/

* click on 'street' to see the categories

There are also sub categories like the sport tourers (regular sport bikes but with higher set handles and more upright riding position, usually they look alright too if fitted with panniers) and perhaps the ADV tourer bikes

Cruisers (also sometimes called easy riders) on the other hand are like the (Japanese for reference ya) Kawasaki Vulcan S, Yamaha Bolt etc.

For more experienced riders, do correct if there are mistakes in my definition.
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post Feb 8 2017, 02:13 PM

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QUOTE(PedangGila @ Feb 8 2017, 02:11 PM)
Now they use Binelli, easy bike to handle but problematic esp gearbox. The indicator says it's N but actually the gear is still engaged. Heard that it's not reliable gearbox.
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Oh? No more ER-6?
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post Feb 8 2017, 03:40 PM

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QUOTE(ZZR-Pilot @ Feb 8 2017, 03:17 PM)
Driving schools use TNT600 or TNT300?

If they use TNT600, it will be tough for the students because this bike has a pretty tall saddle. You need a hell lot of confidence to ride tall bikes.

I have experienced false neutral on all the bikes I owned, not just my Benelli. Over time you learn never to trust the green neutral light 100% - I always let out the clutch gently even at neutral out of habit. It gives me time to quickly pull it back in case of false neutrals.

The worst is shifting the gear pedal at the traffic light and getting lazy by letting the clutch lever snap out.... only to find out to your horror that the bike is still in gear, despite what the N light says.
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...need to take full B test soon... TNT300 should be an easy pass...I think...
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post Feb 8 2017, 04:44 PM

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QUOTE(ZZR-Pilot @ Feb 8 2017, 03:48 PM)
Good luck. Watch out for the TITI TEST.

The famous TITI TEST is a hell lot easier when taken using cruisers because they carry their weight very low. Easier to balance when dragging the rear brake slowly across the titi. Taller naked bikes have higher center of gravity.

Hey, has the JPJ bike test format changed since the early 90s?

Curious to know.
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AFAIK, hasn't changed
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post Feb 21 2017, 08:53 PM

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QUOTE(xul.muhd @ Feb 8 2017, 03:11 PM)
still any new model from any brand for cruiser?...B2 is all I got hahahaha height only 5.2' lol
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Have you considered this? The Keeway Dorado Black Knight 250 EFi. Not sure if this bike is still available though with the change in brand ownership in Malaysia

https://www.carbay.my/new-motorcycles/keewa...-knight-250/efi

http://blog.hazwanhashim.com/review-keeway...k-knight-250cc/
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post Feb 22 2017, 05:02 PM

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QUOTE(ajaibman @ Feb 22 2017, 04:45 PM)
Not really bro.. depends... if not moving for longed period of time then yes will burned your bulu... but if you still can cilok.. should be no problem...

I rode 1.2 L air cooled cruiser for commuting each day.. and 88cu aircooled cruiser for weekend getaway...
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Wow, those are big time heavies! thumbup.gif
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post Feb 22 2017, 05:22 PM

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QUOTE(ajaibman @ Feb 22 2017, 05:10 PM)
good thing about Cruisers they easily hide the unecessary chrome/metal weight on the geometry.. so as long you sit on the saddle + low center of gravity.. it should work easily..

Unlike those road bikes (especially the dreaded Z800) that has higher center of gravity and front bias weight distribution..
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Ya, I heard the Z800 is scary. I'm happy with my FZ. Not an intimidating bike to ride due to comfortable riding position but can push it when needed too.
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post May 31 2017, 10:35 AM

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Vulcan S is probably a hidden gem that most won't know of simply because they wont give the bike a chance to prove itself.
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post Jul 4 2017, 03:59 PM

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QUOTE(D'cruise61 @ Jul 4 2017, 02:31 PM)
If not mistaken u save RM300 on the "L"
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I had to pay RM250 for my full B 'L' even though I had my B2.

But you have to take your full B exam I think in 2 years after getting your full B 'L'. If you do not, then you will have to apply for another 'L', pay another RM250 and this time they will make you take the undang even though you have your B2.

So, you must make sure that within 2 years of getting the L for full B, you need to take the test...and pass it.

I know because I just scraped through the whole process 2 months ago...almost didn't make it.

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post Jul 4 2017, 04:20 PM

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QUOTE(basilisk @ Jul 4 2017, 04:14 PM)
new rules? i think. itook B in 2014 april frm b2 no nid L wht ever.. i mean no nid to sit/exam L. jz apply for L frm jpj..
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First round, no need to take L if you already have B2. Just pay RM250.

But after you get your 'full B' L license, and you do not take the exam within 2 years, then for the renewal of the L, you need to take the undang test. Maybe new rules as this was what I was told by the driving schools. I asked 2 schools and both confirmed the process

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post Jul 17 2017, 08:56 AM

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QUOTE(chinti @ Jul 17 2017, 08:42 AM)
never ride 250cc before. kapcai also ride few times only ><
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If you haven't ridden a 250 bike and above before, 2 lessons are surely not enough...there are people who take 5 days practicing on the ER6 (which is usually pretty beat up) and can still get it wrong on the dreaded titi on the exam day. IMHO lah, going for more practices will only do you much good on the exam day. The other thing is this, the exam day nerves. More practice gives you the confidence, and that helps a lot.

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post Jul 31 2017, 10:01 AM

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QUOTE(D'cruise61 @ Jul 31 2017, 09:56 AM)
The gas tank looks rather elevated imo.
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Yeah a bit 'modern' in that aspect but the real thing is pretty nice
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post Aug 1 2017, 09:55 AM

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Wonder how are cruiser sales doing in view that bike companies are fast adapting their cruisers and even other bikes for cafe racer use. Cases in point, the Bolt which has become Bolt Spec C and the XSR which was an MT09 I think. Even Harley has cafe racer versions of the Sportster and Street 750 became Street Rod. Truimph of course always had cafe racer styled bikes...

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post Aug 1 2017, 09:57 AM

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QUOTE(D'cruise61 @ Aug 1 2017, 09:53 AM)
My vulcan S suddenly stalled on me while riding. However, was able to restart without problem.  Wondering if anyone you u vulcan riders here  ever experience the same problem.
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Engine cold? Or just started riding? My bike sometimes does that when it is just started, and a few hundred metres only from start. So I usually Just clutch in and change gear to jump it back...

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post Aug 1 2017, 12:58 PM

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QUOTE(basilisk @ Aug 1 2017, 12:10 PM)
i have read bout this kinda problem on other bike make, mt forgot 07/09? ktm duke.. so it really depen on how often it happen..
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Any idea what's the cause? In cars it could be a coil pack...
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post Aug 1 2017, 03:02 PM

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QUOTE(D'cruise61 @ Aug 1 2017, 02:52 PM)
so i guess have to live with it until it happens more frequent to determine the cause then.
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If once or twice it might not register but if more frequent, then it will surely by captured in the ECU's data and the service centre can diagnose it by plugging in the diagnostic tool
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post Aug 2 2017, 02:00 PM

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QUOTE(basilisk @ Aug 2 2017, 12:44 AM)
a funny review of harley street rod  biggrin.gif

harley openly said this bike it made to "beat" mt07 wor...  biggrin.gif

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I think the reviewer was sarcastically saying that Harley was trying to build a Triumph, or Scrambler Ducati or etc... wink.gif
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post Aug 19 2017, 11:10 PM

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QUOTE(ajaibman @ Aug 14 2017, 05:48 PM)
Too bad the Bagger all sold out... but to justify still at 120k and above.. quite scary...

When I asked about the Chieftain.. lagi pengsan the price...

However Victory and Indian indeed a better cruiser bike compare to HD, however Victory lost on the Heritage part, that's why Polaris now concentrate on Indian...
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Yeah Victory lost out in the heritage series but their Victory Octane had some good reviews. I think Indian wants to get back the Victory fan base by introducing the new Indian Scout Bobber. Looks unlike the traditional Indian look with its aggressive blacked out look. Sweet but way too pricey for here I think. If only those bikes can be CKD'd for the region...
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post Mar 18 2020, 12:18 PM

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QUOTE(ajaibman @ Jun 7 2019, 09:40 PM)
Indian scout you mean? .. its very low and long wheelbase 100 horses Liquid cooled. You can see it in Naza PJ...

Vulcan yes good bike for it price vs performance, few of Lyn fellowship biker kaki ride Vulcan and they a frequent cross border riders to take care of their  children on the other side..
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Not to mention, those fellas can corner like crazy also right on their Vulcans... notworthy.gif Children on the other side huh thumbup.gif
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post Nov 12 2020, 09:32 AM

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QUOTE(basilisk @ Nov 11 2020, 11:16 PM)
11 Nov 2020

Mforce launched the Wmotor V16.
A 250cc efi v twin cruiser.
Price RM15, 988
Mforce already launched this bike in Indonesia.

Engine same as Bucanner.

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Not sure if Mforce will sell the better looking SM3 here.
They know the B2 boys won't be interested.

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The SM3 looks good. Only problem is getting people here to look past the brand name. Malaysia unfortunately is a very brand conscious country. People generally aren't willing to try new things or to give other brands a chance

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