while engine braking is happening, does the engine RPM match the speed?
if RPM is mismatched, maybe like jaycee said, it's the slipper clutch

No slipper clutch on the bike
RPM still match the speed as usual

Well might have to take it to workshop to ask for compression test then, will try to ask on next service.

So if the bike is ildling higher than usual check if your throttle plate(s) are fully closed.....and throttle cable slack..or on electronic throttle, if it's fully closed. .also good to check if there is a leak in the PVC valve circuit. Those rubber hoses can crack and leak over time on older bikes.

why the roads nowadays filled with scooters.

heard from my friend who ride one, say the honda scooter and the imitation zonda from china scooters are all marked up and no stock even if lu mau pay cash?

how the heck ppl even buy these scooters then, rolex ka ada waiting list even for scooter now

Is there anything I should be worried about when buying tubeless rims for EX5 off Shopee?

I saw plenty of choices at around 150+ for a pair? Seems way too cheap?

Only gonna use the bike sparingly so looking for the cheapest option possible.

for normal usage is ok. if hardcore use then better buy branded.

scooter easy to ride
shop don't want cash, they want you take loan

kena pothole when riding fast enough, you will immediately lose the rim
I kena before, spoke putus and rim dented
not worth the risk

the more spoke, stiffer and better

Thought I'd share one life changing tool I started using recently. I now clip my TnG and access cards to my key with a retractable lanyard clip that is often seen with office lanyards for scanning through barriers, and it's made my life so much easier by not having to dig through my pockets exiting the parking and entering my condo. It was such a nuisance in the past as I have to handle my bike with one hand doing that, and of course super dangerous.

https://my.shp.ee/4ewpm6Z

Only concern would be durability of this, but given the price this can be replaced very often.

Why is this a problem?

I have no issues getting to my right side jacket pocket to get my key card. Even with gloves on. And better jackets has key card pocket right at the sleeve so you can just tap your sleeve.

Something tells me you don't ride with a bike jacket and thus have to fish things out from your trouser pockets....it's not like you can be completed hands free with the lanyard also.

I do wear my RS Taichi RSJ334 jacket, but there are a few problems with the pocket designs:

1. It has a horizontal zipper instead of a more accessible diagonal zipper
2. The storm flap that runs across the zipper makes it difficult to reach for the zipper

I have also changed to a much thicker pair of gloves recently which made matter worse, a lot of the time I have to stop at the roadside to keep my card when I failed to put it in before I hit a junction.

Jacket photo for reference:

Where do u hang it? I assume its flapping in the wind while riding?

In terms of retractable clips n keychains... Im using this

https://my.shp.ee/Nzn1udW

Quite robust n with a steel wire...used it extensively on a recent 2 week trip n it held up very well with the heavy set of keys

Only downside (for my soecific usecase) is it doesnt have that clip n instead uses a carabiner...

But id probably get urs since urs uses a clip

Ah . Ok. Those pocket design are notoriously hard to access. Pocket design is one of my criteria when looking at jackets. Like you said vertical pockets are easier to use, and if zippers are hard to get to, you can just add longer zipper pulls. But those sleeve pockets are the best for these applications.


But just out of curiosity, have you considered cloning your access card into a small bracelet?

I just clip it to the keychain ring attached directly to my key, so it just rests in my cockpit without moving as the windshield protects it, so yea it's not a trick for keyless motorcycles.

I would not use it for anything heavier or important like keys though, my TnG and access card are things I am prepared to lose in exchange for the convenience.

Yea... unfortunately, I didn't know too much about jackets back then, all I cared about was breathability and protection. And I paid RM500+ for the jacket back when I was riding EX5, and it was a time when I can put things into a basket

I explored all kind of options like taping the cards to my bike, putting the card within my phone case and mounting it on the bike and none of them worked before coming to this.

Didn't know you can clone access cards into bracelet, that's a good idea maybe I can explore.

Technically you can depending on the system run by your security. A better key maker might be able to help.

Not cloning but you can probably do the same with TnG cards. Buy one of those TnG NFC charms and cut them to size and somehow attach to a watch strap.

I've been looking at that but what I'm doing now isn't bothering me enough to explore that route further.


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I'm thinking along the lines as these... For the rfid tag, just need to find out what frequency your existing card uses.







Jackets with sleeve pockets are designed for this particular use. Try to look for 1 with both sides. But I'm sure a resourceful tailor can do it also.

This post has been edited by jaycee1: Sep 16 2025, 10:53 AM

just out of curiosity, why not just slow down, get what ever you need from your bag, pocket or wherever you store them , tap/touch it than drive in/out.

Is it that dangerous to stop/slow down at exit/entry points?(im imagining that both feet will be on th ground, and bike in neutral?)

This post has been edited by mhyug: Sep 16 2025, 12:34 PM

Diff ppl in diff locations will have different conditions that will requiire diff solutions....some condos (like my old.one) have weird acess points layout...

Also it isnt always about danger.... These little things can really make things easier no matter how tiny it is. Just like wiring my autogate remote onto my bike...digging into my pouch for my remote isnt hard...but having the button on the bike itself is just easier. Even though getting the initial setup n installation can be a lil time consuming, once its done...i appreciate it so much that its become a must to me now

Its about improving quality of life...a tiny improvement is still an improvement and ull appreciate it more when its something u have to do every single day or even more when u have to do it multiple times a day, everyday.

This post has been edited by mADmAN: Sep 16 2025, 12:54 PM

My condo exits into a narrow single-lane road that also happens to be a slope...

So I have to worry about:

1. Getting rear-ended or be obstructing other road users
2. Having one foot on the rear brake to stop my bike from going backwards while not dropping it

and pray that the weather treats me kindly while I am doing all that.

I have actually dropped my bike at the petrol station before when trying to get my credit card for the paywave.

Also I am not sure if it's the same for others, but I tend to wonder 'have I really put it in' when I put things into my pockets without actually seeing it, so on my way to workplace I would feel my pocket a couple of times just to make sure the stuff are there and haven't flown out.

This post has been edited by JustForFun: Sep 16 2025, 02:03 PM

I'm just reading some practical tips, and leave some judgements aside
who knows I may need it someday

say for example, a modular helmet is 'less' safe than a full face; or a DD ring is safer than ratcheting mechanism - but there's a grey area between how safe you can be, vs getting tired and fatigued to the point of reducing our riding focus

anything that makes a whole riding experience more comfortable, can actually increase safety margin

some ppl including myself, do not like holding up traffic
I feel bad just causing a slow traffic who knows some poor fella behind is doing a toilet run

the bottom line is, we ride our own ride

but, opinions will vary and it's good to keep a positive riding community and exchange experiences and ideas

I keep coming back because I feel bikerbase has a pretty healthy group

Yes indeed. To add a few points....

I feel for newer riders, getting too stressed out is the main reason getting fatigue for longer rides. When you are tired, things have a higher chance of going wrong.


A couple of tips.

1) Look further ahead - Looking further ahead give you more time to process what is going on and anticipate traffic situation
2) Learn proper riding position - Proper foot placements, being loose on the bars and supporting your weight with your core and legs will allow you to relax on a ride and make emergency maneuvers quicker and easier than if you are all locked in
3) Bike setup - All bikes will have some minimal adjustment possibilities. Don't be afraid to make adjustments for a more comfortable position that suits you and we are all built differently. Proper lever levels and positions will help in emergencies as well. Almost all bikes have clutch and brake levers in the incorrect position from the factory (ie, set too high).
4) Additonal training/riding - Go for a track day, go off road. Vary your riding experience. Know how your bike handles at the limit or at loose surfaces. Feel how the bike handles when things gets sketchy in a controlled safer environment. This will help you learn to work with the bike and not fight it, giving you more confidence and able to relax for longer rides reducing fatigue and increasing your safety margin.

These are basic fundamentals that I see a lot of newer riders (and some seasoned riders) fail to check off because either they werent informed for know better.

I used to be a advanced driving instructor (advanced safety and track driving), so these are what we teach students. Most of these skills can be applied both on 4 wheels and 2 wheels. Of course these are not all inclusive, and more seat time or training will further improve this.


If any of you had sat in a race bucket, you would be surprised just how upright the driving position is and how loose your arms are in order to steer a car properly, something almost everyone does wrong.

This post has been edited by jaycee1: Sep 18 2025, 10:27 AM

Can't agree more.
As riders we would have to accept the fact that our ride and the way we personally ride only work for us.

Different bike, different personalities, different posture, different preferences. If something work for us doesn't mean it'll work for others.
Bikerbase have lots of healthy discussion. Older, more experienced riders guide newbies just starting their journey. It's a pretty healthy environment.

Even I got some really useful tips from here.