Gangnam Style Flash Mob in Pavillion KL // Asia Ducati Week 2012

Watch me do the Gangnam...hahaha

The video..

I've uploaded a new video on The DuDu Ride..

The DuDu Ride...

The Dudu Ride means "The Ducati & Durian Ride". So, need I mention, the main highlight or the main objective is...DURIAN. So me and some Ducatistas rode to Karak for breakfast and then to Bentong for a durian do.

As usual, RV at 8.30am at BhP Gombak. Then we proceed to Karak town for breakfast. This group was very fast on Karak..very fast indeed. Was struggling all the way just to catch up. But I wasn't too far behind..hehe.

So after a great nasi lemak (coconut rice)/roti canai/ half-boiled eggs, it was time to head to Bentong for the highlight..Duriansss!

It took us about 20 mins or so to reach the durian place. They sell quite a number of durian species. They have durian kampung, wild durian, and hybrids.

Everyone was a durian-hardcore...whallop all the durians that were put on our table.

Merciless..!!

The durians were awesome! And the ride home was awesome too...with all the burps in a full-face helmet! We all got sooo high..!

THIS MESSAGE WILL SELF DESTRUCT...

HAHAHA...this is a must watch!

Hero 3 Black Edition..intriguing...

Was just browsing through the GoPro cameras and was reading about their latest edition..the Hero 3 Black Edition. A high 12MP at 30fps, built-in wifi, smaller, lighter, better wind-noise reduction, to say the least.

I am currently using the Hero 2..and this Hero 3 comes very intriguing. At this point, the RRP is MYR1,499 (approx USD489.00) and I think it'll arrive to Malaysia's shore some time in January 2013. Still got time to think about it and may be to save up some money for this 'upgrade'...what do you think?

For further reading, please go to GoPro

Moto Guzzi Malaysia

Here's video on the launch of Moto Guzzi Malaysia. The launch was on 15th Dec 2012. Video is by malaysianriderstv .

Christmas Track Day..

A friend took a video on the track day I was at yesterday..credit goes to 75opocot .

Great fun, finally!

Today, joined a track day at the SIC and after a few failed attempts due to the rain...I made it! The weather held very well..it was cloudy and the track was dry. AWESOME!! Choosing a morning session track day, paid off..!

I was on Pirelli Rosso Corsa today. Bought these tyres for track use, but I never got the chance to use it. Finally, today I had the chance to experience it and it was great! Of course, my Battlax S20 (I use it more for daily use and touring) was good..but this Rosso Corsa 'feels' much better.

Half way through the session, I discovered that my clutch hose was touching my engine cover and it got burnt just a little bit. Lucky I saw it..otherwise..hmmm. Had to wrap it with a tape.

But all-in-all, it was a great day and a great fun. Too bad I didn't get the chance to put on my GoPro camera. Really looking forward to my next track day.

Ciao!

Getting ready...

Remember, in my previous entry, I said that no more track days for me until the raining season eases off..well..guest what....Nooot!!

Now changing into my track tyres..Pirelli Rosso Corsa...getting ready for tomorrow's track day. It'll be in the morning..so hopefully the weather will be good for a track day. Of late, the rain always come in the afternoon..so good luck to me!

2012 Kawasaki ZX10R Ninja Red Black

If you wanna know more about the 2012 ZX10R....

2012 ZX10R Leo Vince Factory Corsa R Titanium

Just listen to the sound, man!!  Aaaarrgghh!!   I waaant!!

I'm a member...

Today, I've received my membership card from the Ducati Club Malaysia www.ducaticlubmalaysia.com, finally.

 A few notable good things come with the card..ie. discounts on Ducati merchandise ..club subsidies/sponsorship on club's rides and events..free admission to the club's gym..

I'm a definitely a "Ducati Proud Owner"...

Video on Karak..a continuation..

Here is the Part 2 of the video from my previous entry on Karak.

Ducati 1199 Panigale..

Ducati 1199 Panigale...what can u say abt her....she's a b.e.a.u.tiful beast! Had a chance to take it for a spin a few days back at Naza showroom. Da feeling of sitting on it....da feeling of revving da engine...da feeling of throttling her up....MAAAANNN!! The only thing that is missing..is da feeling of owning it. If only my money grows on tree in my backyard....I will never look no further....da Ducati 1199 Panigale is must buy....

One of my friends took a video of us test riding da pretty beast..check it out..

Credit to "75opocot" for da video.

Ciao!

New video...

I've uploaded a new video on Youtube...check it out!

Ciao!

Karak Junkies..!

Not many places you can ride to in raining season...had a short three hours ride to Karak for breakfast with some friends....da Karak Junkies!

We did what we call..The Pace...da "Karak Pace". The Pace is not about top speed..it is only about going fast at corners..hehe. We had so much fun! May be we should do "the pace" every time we go on Karak..

Moto Guzzi..from Italy with love...

Wow...Moto Guzzi has reached the Malaysian shores...

https://www.facebook.com/motoguzzimalaysia

Apparently, they had a launching ceremony last nite at their maiden outlet, Glenmarie,

Congrats to the owner, Dato Zul Amin and the best of luck for years to come.

Haven't got the chance to view it nor learn about it...hopefully the day will come.

Kawasaki ZX6R 2013

Superlike!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVLRi_wg814&feature=youtube_gdata_player

King Prawn-Lunch Ride

Today, Ducati Club Malaysia (DCM) had organised a king prawn-lunch ride to Temerloh, Pahang. It is about 130 km from Kuala Lumpur (see map). Seems like the place is pretty famous even among bikers. You kinda need to call in first to reserve your prawns..haha.

Superb turn ups, about 65 DCMers joined the ride. The last time we had such numbers was at the Asia Ducati Week 2012. Superbly awesome!

We rendezvous (RV) at the usual spot, BhP Gombak at 8am. I had McDonald's on the way to RV point. Didn't want to ride with an empty stomach. The journey will take about 1.5hrs.

Due to the numbers, we had to split into four groups so that it would be safer for us and also other motorists on the road. See3! We are very considerate..! Ok! Briefing time!

We rolled out at about 8.45am, all according to our own groups. I was in Group 3, the "fast-but-not-fast-enuf" group...hehe. Went on Karak Hiway, everybody had a good pace travelling at an average speed of 160/kmh. As soon as we passed through Bentong we were caught in the rain. It rained and it rained and it rained until we had to stop. *sigh*

After 25mins, the rain didn't show any sign of stopping hence, we decided to continue our journey. We were all drenched anyway. After a 40 mins of dismal ride, we finally reached our destination. taadaaaaaa!!

we actually filled up da place..ahaks

Feeling very cold, we got very hungry and...it's time to eat! King prawns! Brace yourselves! 

Main course...king prawns, ulam, sambal belacan, tempoyak, and steam rice...! And for desserts...the king of fruits..DURIAN!!

After all the food and stomach was full...there's nothing much to say..hehe. All in all...it was a great ride although we were all soaking wet. Can do this again, some time...

** Kingprawn-lunch ride to Temerloh....DONE!

What next?!

Another Track Day cancelled....yet again...

Sad day for me.

 Was at da Sepang International Circuit (SIC) today with all da hope to "remp-it"....BUT...it was raining and da organizer have decided to cancel it for safety reason...aaarrggh!!  Rain..rain..go away..!! Dont come on a track day...

Of course...many, including me, were frustrated..but I guess..better safe than sorry...

That's me in da suit!  :)

We ended up chit chatting, taking pictures, and making new friends..

I think that's it for me..no more track days for this month. May be next month..wait til da raining season ease off..but can i take it? One month without going to da track...eerrkk.......well, let's see...

Need for speed....

Yesterday, I took on Karak again with some friends. They were Karak-1st-timers so I took them for a stroll and had breakfast there too. One of them was riding a ZX10R..and I had a chance to take it for a spin.  :))

I rode the ZX10 from Gombak toll plaza then on da DUKE all the way to Damansara..a total of about 20km or so at an average speed of 140/kmh.

At first, it felt quite akward simply because of the sitting and handle bar positions as opposed to my Monster 795. But it only took me a short 5 minutes to get da hang of it..hehe...after that...everythg went...WOOOOW!!

I was on L mode...means not at the bike's full power. Still..the bike felt like she wants to go faster and faster and faster..awesome power. Good handling at corners..made me look like a pro...ahaks.

Bottom line...I need an SBK  :)) I kinda narrowed down to a Jap's..either a CBR1000 or a ZX10R..

Next is the challenging part...MONEY..

Motorbike shops in Hong Kong

Hi guys..am back in Kay Ell..

As mentioned in my previous entry, below are some of the motorbikes shops I went when I was in Hong Kong...

DUCATI HONG KONG 

It's just a place where they sell Ducati bikes and some Ducati apparels and accessories. It's also a service centre for Ducati. Take the MTR to Fo Tan Station, take Exit D, walk on Au Pui Wan Street, turn right into Wo Heung Street, and then turn left into Wo Shing Street. (URL)

HUNG HING STORE

This store is on Jordan Street. Take the MTR to Lok Fu Station, take Exit B, and get on Jordan Street and walk downwards. I think it's about 5km walk from the Lok Fu Station. (yes, it was one hell of a walk for me!). This store sells a lot of Arai helmets and a little bit of apparels and accessories. Unless you want to look for Arai helmets, you don't need to go.

SANWA MOTORCYCLE COMPANY

I found this shop by chance. It is the same block as Hung Hing Store. It's more of a motorbikes service centre but they do sell some helmets (mostly HJC) and apparels and accessories. I got some of my HJC helmet's replacement parts from this store. If you are coming from the Lok Fu Station, you will see this store first before Hung Hing Store.

MOTORMART CO LTD

This is the store that I wanted to go so much. They sell apparels and accessories, and from their website, it looks like they have quite a range of products and brands. I wanted to check out the Komine riding pants but too my frustration, when I got there..the shop was closed. They are closed on Mondays!!  Aaaarrggh!! Anyhow, I think this store is a must go.  (URL)

Well, these are the shops that I was recommended to go except for the Sanwa store which I found it by chance. I didn't get the chance to pay a visit to Dainese Hong Kong outlet. No regrets though.. don't think I can afford Dainese  ;))  

There are other motorbike stores around Hong Kong. There's a shop selling Shoei helmets near the Ladies Market and I'm pretty sure I saw a few others when I was busy being a tourist.

Try googgling them.

Happy hunting!

Can't wait...

It's the 3rd Dec...and tomorrow am flying back to Kuala Lumpur. Can wait to be reunited with my Duc!

Oh ya...today I went around to visit some bike shops in Hong Kong. Will try to give some info on them in my next entry...

I'm comin' home, baby Duc!!

Too far..to go or not to go...

Am still in Hong Kong...been thking of paying a visit to Dainese Hong Kong outlet...but when I saw the map...i thk it's too far off (click on see map)..am staying at Nathan Road, Kowloon area..perhaps I should just settle for Motomart which is much closer to my hotel.

(see map)