I did not know they sold Husqvarna in the Philippines...crazy how that got me excited...I have a 2022 Svartpilen 401 and I absolutely love it!! Maybe that's confirmation I need to move to the Philippines!! Peace.
I'm a bike nut from the States.. I have had 50 bikes at one time or another over the years. Recently sold off 5 just for room sake. I'm a big fan of KTM. Had 5 of them. My favorite KTM was my 950 supermoto.. Great channel. Drive safe. Cheers
Great new channel ! I'm one of those guys who rode when I was a younger. When I got out of the service in 68 bought a Triumph Bonneville, great machine. When I got here I knew I needed some type of transportation so I bought a Honda Click. Biggest mistake I made. I'm used to shifting gears for the control of the bike, not so with the Click.
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 Yes, I hear you but, it's complicated. too long to go into it now. perhaps we can meet up and discuss what I can do under the circumstances. I'm not in Dumaguete, I'm north in Tanjay. Scooter is in the shop now, when and if it's running maybe I'll take a ride down and we can have a coffee.
got my first bike when the pandemic hit, a 7 year old beaten honda wave with broken headlights and side mirrors lol, used it as a service and found riding to be amazing, got my self a honda ADV 150 a few months later and I'm having a blast with it!
Enjoyed the tour and the music. The Himalalayan looked good. I'll be interested in seeing you ride and review it. I'm midway through a restoration of a 1962 Big Head 500cc Bullet been in an outbuilding for 30 years! The range of bikes from Russi looks interesting though I'd feel more comfortable with an established manufacturer. Thanks for sharing.
Great video! New viewer here. My family rode Husqvarna's & Harleys for decades. Husky has chg'd alot from leaving Sweden to Italy, & to KTM. That was a lot of off road & back road riding in the States. Thx!!
Thanks for the Vid, That answered the Question I had, Honda doesn't sell an asian version of the Honda Rebel. I had a 250 Rebel several yrs ago now ,I always thought that would an ideal sized bike for there.
Thanks for the tours! Good to know there are that many options in a town the size of Dumaguete. I continue to be surprised at the lack of Yamaha KLR's that I see over there... you would think that "The Cockroach" would be the perfect answer for the combo platter that the Philippines offers up in overland terrain. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying your channel!
Hi mate thanks for the bike shop tour. Glad to know you can get decent bikes as im moving there next week (end of august) would love to catch up for a ride with u as we would get on very well. Im an aussie raced bikes since i was 9. Was factory sponsored with yamaha from 9yrs until 16. Then rode speedway bikes throughout europe for many yrs. Retired now but bikes r still in the blood.
@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 I'll get in touch with u soon as I get settled. Cheers. As they say, stay upright, when the green flag drops the bullshit stops...lol
Love you videos; I’m a retired motorcycle officer. I have been riding motorcycles for 45 years in the United States I’m currently residing in Tucson Arizona and very interested in checking out the Philippines, the Dumagutet/Valencia area.
Love your channel and your commitment . It's easy to see its your passion. I was over there in August and stopped at a few Honda places around Tacloban and Maasan in the vesayas. Of course no ADV models but I tried to put money down for a 2023 but they didn't know what to do. Any suggestions on how to reserve one for next year would be great appreciated. Again thank you for the work you put in for our entertainment and education! Drive safe!
hey Marc the Honda dealer i found said to me he could get me a red or black ADV 160 in the next couple of months. i ordered a white one so let’s see how i go getting one but he seems confident. if and when i get it i’ll do a video on it. 👍
I enjoyed that video. It got me interested in the Royal Enfield bikes so I visited a showroom nearby. I came away liking the scram 411 but more so the 650 interceptor. I notice you seem to have good storage for your bikes. I will need the same. I would like to communicate with you about that if possible .
himalayan oh no... they have a couple of common issues like moist in the dash, panniers, ABS, etc, and if you're starting to have bad engine problems, their parts would be shipped from india.
Was I reading the price tag right on the Honda's, $9k US for the 250, but under $2k for the 150? The XR's. It seems like what we'd call a "Dirt bike" or Enduro style bike would be most advantageous for street/dirt off-road riding.
Hi, I think you have the Honda CB500x. It’s the same weight, and twice the bike. Although we don’t need more than the Royal Enfield power around here. I have the Duke 390 and it has a lot more power than I can use. The problem I have with the Duke is the high power band. Built to race, no smooth power until 3000 rpm’s. It’s kind of rough in traffic. I saw the KTM 790 Adventure at ACE. 😍 But I know that thing would be a monster around here.
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 Thanks appreciate, thinking bike for short travels once I'm there permanently, but car as I get older. Hope your doing well, regards family & friends. Cheers 🍻
Kawasaki has the dominar 400 that is expressway capable and decently priced . 40 hp and 35 ft lbs of torque with a max speed of 165 kph . At 195k its not bad
Hello Mark. I enjoyed the video. Its nice to do some window shopping from my living room till I get there. The two Honda PCX 160 at the first shop, MotorAce. Were they new bikes? Is that common there selling new from a non Honda dealer? Any warranty problems or service with that? Of course like a lot of guys, any word on when to expect the new Honda ADV 160 arrival at the dealers there? Are the ADV 350's only going to be a fantasy in the Philippines? Surprising they won't supply the 350s when they have the 750s. Thanks again for another great video.
Hi Doug, The PCX’s we’re the latest brand new models and are covered by warranty from Moto ace. I have no idea about the ADV 160 arrival but interesting to note that the PCX 160 has the same four valve engine. I wish the ASV 350 was here too as they are a great middle of the road bike! thanks for your support i appreciate it 🙏
Gedday Doug, On Eid my subscribers wrote to me recently saying he bought a Russi Macho 175 and put a bigger cab on it and he reckons it flys! I asked him about handling and I haven’t heard back from him yet but he did say it cost him a mere 57k. They are a tough bike and with 13 months factory warranty they are a great buy. It all depends on a price point budget I suppose as another mate of mine just bought a brand new NMax, keyless, abs, gold wheels for 150 k and he was sooooo impressed with the build quality esp things like the headlights. The Russi copy of the NMax is 175 cc and is under 100k. So it all depends on your budget? I’m considering buying a Macho 175 and upgrading the carb just for the hell of it ! Add it to the collection lol, good luck and thanks for the support
Hi Mark, enjoyed the video, I'm traveling to cebu and dumaguete in September. What city you think I will be able to find the Honda avd 150 for purchase new. Thank you
Hi David, Perhaps Cebu and you could contact the Honda dealers i’m advance. they do come up for sake here but don’t last long and the dealers are never sure when they will have new stock. Hope that helps?
Hi mark so Raddi. Does the Cvt mods on the ADV Do they Stock parts for that conversion ? Or did you bring them the parts ? I just picked mine up Like to make those same changes. Bike seems sluggish /heavy out the gate
@@kinglionma Have no idea, it’s strange like that here. For example you can buy a brand new Honda PCX for 140000 and second hand they are asking 120000, as i said check out FB marketplace
came for the motorcycles stayed for the tunes !!
I'm a bike lover myself from Jamaica
Love the music in this video
Great choices for "Bikes".....good video, it will save someone some time.
Great video thanks,
Love scooters. Suzuki. Burgman. 650 cc. Also
Godbless sir 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
I did not know they sold Husqvarna in the Philippines...crazy how that got me excited...I have a 2022 Svartpilen 401 and I absolutely love it!! Maybe that's confirmation I need to move to the Philippines!! Peace.
Thanks for the eye candy and as always the good music
When i was 18 had a Montesa Impala 175cc. Latter a Binelli 500cc. Now a Quad Kawasaki 400 4x4..
I'm a bike nut from the States..
I have had 50 bikes at one time or another over the years.
Recently sold off 5 just for room sake.
I'm a big fan of KTM. Had 5 of them.
My favorite KTM was my 950 supermoto..
Great channel. Drive safe. Cheers
Great to hear from you Pete!
Nice clean and crisp video w intermittent narrative.👍
~$15k for the ADV 750 😮 wow.
Great new channel ! I'm one of those guys who rode when I was a younger. When I got out of the service in 68 bought a Triumph Bonneville, great machine. When I got here I knew I needed some type of transportation so I bought a Honda Click. Biggest mistake I made. I'm used to shifting gears for the control of the bike, not so with the Click.
Thanks Henry, maybe consider buying a bike with gears? Russo Macho 175, yamaha Sniper 155?
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 Yes, I hear you but, it's complicated. too long to go into it now. perhaps we can meet up and discuss what I can do under the circumstances. I'm not in Dumaguete, I'm north in Tanjay. Scooter is in the shop now, when and if it's running maybe I'll take a ride down and we can have a coffee.
I'm real interested in the ADV 160 next year. I hope you get a chance to review them when they arrive. Thanks for the tour!
got my first bike when the pandemic hit, a 7 year old beaten honda wave with broken headlights and side mirrors lol, used it as a service and found riding to be amazing, got my self a honda ADV 150 a few months later and I'm having a blast with it!
great to hear
Thanks for taking us along
Great dealerships over there 👍
you are welcome
Can’t wait till I see that Himalayan in your garage! Thanks for the visit too! Small world indeed Mark!
i got here today to pick it up and it had a completely flat battery ! Not well maintained unfortunately
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 aaaaw… because the owner has been away
@@yvettekim3518 decided not to buy it after i rode as everything seemed loose and well worn with lots of rattles. Think i will buy new if at all
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 😔. Sorry to hear that… anyway, at least you saw its condition already
Gday Mark. Great choice of music mate. A man of good taste.
Enjoyed the tour and the music. The Himalalayan looked good. I'll be interested in seeing you ride and review it.
I'm midway through a restoration of a 1962 Big Head 500cc Bullet been in an outbuilding for 30 years!
The range of bikes from Russi looks interesting though I'd feel more comfortable with an established manufacturer.
Thanks for sharing.
Great video! New viewer here. My family rode Husqvarna's & Harleys for decades.
Husky has chg'd alot from leaving Sweden to Italy, & to KTM. That was a lot of off road & back road riding in the States. Thx!!
Welcome, hope you enjoy 👍
Thanks for the Vid, That answered the Question I had, Honda doesn't sell an asian version of the Honda Rebel. I had a 250 Rebel several yrs ago now ,I always thought that would an ideal sized bike for there.
Great video mate.
thanks Sammi, please share them in your channel hehe
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 sure wait mate. I'm driving going to bayawan city hehheheheh
@@Sammiinthephilippines be safe! amping
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 salamat kuya 😍
Nice video and I hope you get better camera soon because I like your content.
Thanks for the tours! Good to know there are that many options in a town the size of Dumaguete. I continue to be surprised at the lack of Yamaha KLR's that I see over there... you would think that "The Cockroach" would be the perfect answer for the combo platter that the Philippines offers up in overland terrain. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying your channel!
Thanks for your support Chris 🙏
Hi mate thanks for the bike shop tour. Glad to know you can get decent bikes as im moving there next week (end of august) would love to catch up for a ride with u as we would get on very well. Im an aussie raced bikes since i was 9. Was factory sponsored with yamaha from 9yrs until 16. Then rode speedway bikes throughout europe for many yrs. Retired now but bikes r still in the blood.
Glad to hear from you and would love to catch up if you are in Duma
@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 I'll get in touch with u soon as I get settled. Cheers. As they say, stay upright, when the green flag drops the bullshit stops...lol
Love you videos; I’m a retired motorcycle officer. I have been riding motorcycles for 45 years in the United States I’m currently residing in Tucson Arizona and very interested in checking out the Philippines, the Dumagutet/Valencia area.
drop me a line when you are here 🙏i’ll show you around and organise a bike for you
"Such a long way to gooooo...🎵🎶🎶
Great vid, I bought the Macho 175 there at that Rusi shop. Had a larger carb installed. That bike really had the power and speed. Cost me 57,000
Great feedback! How does it handle ?
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 I ride everyday Duma to Valencia. I'm. 6 feet and going uphill in 5th it pulls strong, thanks for asking.
@@johndelong9230 saw Harro's comment. What is the Rusi like in terms of reliability, build quality and handling mate?
I like the big diameter of the front tire on the Himalayan, should roll over rocks and debris really well, great vlog.
21 inch
Love your channel and your commitment . It's easy to see its your passion. I was over there in August and stopped at a few Honda places around Tacloban and Maasan in the vesayas. Of course no ADV models but I tried to put money down for a 2023 but they didn't know what to do. Any suggestions on how to reserve one for next year would be great appreciated. Again thank you for the work you put in for our entertainment and education! Drive safe!
hey Marc the Honda dealer i found said to me he could get me a red or black ADV 160 in the next couple of months. i ordered a white one so let’s see how i go getting one but he seems confident. if and when i get it i’ll do a video on it. 👍
Watch Itchy Boots adventures she has ridden 2 Himalayan on her around the world adventures!😃
Suzuki Bergman!..interesting name
The interest rates must be high looking at those tags
I enjoyed that video. It got me interested in the Royal Enfield bikes so I visited a showroom nearby.
I came away liking the scram 411 but more so the 650 interceptor.
I notice you seem to have good storage for your bikes. I will need the same. I would like to communicate with you about that if possible .
glad you liked the video and feel free to contact me
The Honda 125 Trail would be a great bike riding around the Philippines!
himalayan oh no... they have a couple of common issues like moist in the dash, panniers, ABS, etc, and if you're starting to have bad engine problems, their parts would be shipped from india.
Totally agree, my friend recently bought one and it’s been a nightmare for him due to the poor build quality. Apparently the new 450 is much better.
Hey again, finally broke down and bought a Honda XRM. Very happy with it.
They are a great bike, we bought a white one also
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 I'll see you next month!
Hey Harro, is that cb1100 air cooled looks like only has oil cooler?
Love the red and white scooter I wonder how reliable they are
at that price i’d say very reliable
Dreamland
oh yer !
Amazing bikes, there’s one bike that I’m interested but I did not see one at the showroom. The Honda Rebel 500.
Was I reading the price tag right on the Honda's, $9k US for the 250, but under $2k for the 150? The XR's. It seems like what we'd call a "Dirt bike" or Enduro style bike would be most advantageous for street/dirt off-road riding.
Was some of the mods you did a Cobra tuner and pair valve delete to get better performance.
Hi, I think you have the Honda CB500x. It’s the same weight, and twice the bike. Although we don’t need more than the Royal Enfield power around here. I have the Duke 390 and it has a lot more power than I can use. The problem I have with the Duke is the high power band. Built to race, no smooth power until 3000 rpm’s. It’s kind of rough in traffic. I saw the KTM 790 Adventure at ACE. 😍 But I know that thing would be a monster around here.
New is the way hey, checked a bike at Coco Grove.. 60000km!! Hired one over the road instead
I was there last weekend and most of their hire bikes were flat or had crap tyres! No maintenance just a dash for cash as usual.
I heard you were over here 👍
Thanks for the video Harro, enjoyed.
BTW have you travelled up Bacolod from Duma, if so what is the roads like?
Cheers 🍻
Gedday Glen, Yes i have travelled the whole island and the roads to Bacoled are great, smooth and scenic
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 Thanks appreciate, thinking bike for short travels once I'm there permanently, but car as I get older.
Hope your doing well, regards family & friends.
Cheers 🍻
Going to look at the Himalayan when I move to Butuan, the reviews in RE’s are good
That RE 600 and the Himmy looked awesome, I have been looking at them and will consider in PI in December, thanks for your help and great videos bud
Hello thanks for the video, I enjoyed all the bikes. Question have you seen a Honda Forza 350 in any of the Honda Show rooms?
no sorry i haven’t seen any 350’s anywhere
Kawasaki has the dominar 400 that is expressway capable and decently priced . 40 hp and 35 ft lbs of torque with a max speed of 165 kph . At 195k its not bad
that’s a good option !
Hi, just subscribed to your channel...just wondering, what are the main differences, advantages/disadvantages, between a PCX 160 and the ADV ?
Hi Steve, Quite simply the ADV is better suited to all types of roads with better suspension and tyres. the PCX is the NMaX equivalent
Ok, Thanks for that !
Hello Mark. I enjoyed the video. Its nice to do some window shopping from my living room till I get there. The two Honda PCX 160 at the first shop, MotorAce. Were they new bikes? Is that common there selling new from a non Honda dealer? Any warranty problems or service with that? Of course like a lot of guys, any word on when to expect the new Honda ADV 160 arrival at the dealers there? Are the ADV 350's only going to be a fantasy in the Philippines? Surprising they won't supply the 350s when they have the 750s. Thanks again for another great video.
Hi Doug, The PCX’s we’re the latest brand new models and are covered by warranty from Moto ace. I have no idea about the ADV 160 arrival but interesting to note that the PCX 160 has the same four valve engine. I wish the ASV 350 was here too as they are a great middle of the road bike!
thanks for your support i appreciate it 🙏
Hi Harro. Enjoyed the vid. Interested in any comments on Rusi reliability, build quality, handling?
Gedday Doug, On Eid my subscribers wrote to me recently saying he bought a Russi Macho 175 and put a bigger cab on it and he reckons it flys! I asked him about handling and I haven’t heard back from him yet but he did say it cost him a mere 57k. They are a tough bike and with 13 months factory warranty they are a great buy. It all depends on a price point budget I suppose as another mate of mine just bought a brand new NMax, keyless, abs, gold wheels for 150 k and he was sooooo impressed with the build quality esp things like the headlights. The Russi copy of the NMax is 175 cc and is under 100k. So it all depends on your budget? I’m considering buying a Macho 175 and upgrading the carb just for the hell of it ! Add it to the collection lol, good luck and thanks for the support
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 For that price I'll purchase a Macho and check it out Harro. Cheers!
@@douglasljdunn Add the carb upgrade if you can
Hi Mark, enjoyed the video, I'm traveling to cebu and dumaguete in September. What city you think I will be able to find the Honda avd 150 for purchase new. Thank you
Hi David, Perhaps Cebu and you could contact the Honda dealers i’m advance. they do come up for sake here but don’t last long and the dealers are never sure when they will have new stock. Hope that helps?
Can you get little Chinese bikes like the ice bear champion there? I've got one here in the states and I have a blast on it
there are lots of brands of chinese bikes but i’ve never heard of the ice bear but it could be here
What’s the equivalent to the 1,500,00 peso to dollar? I believe it was the 1000cc Honda.
Honda CBR 1000 RR
How are the Huskvarnas bikes?
i’ve never owned one but a mate of mine ran a dealership with Huskies and rated them highly
Hi mark so Raddi. Does the Cvt mods on the ADV
Do they Stock parts for that conversion ? Or did you bring them the parts ?
I just picked mine up
Like to make those same changes. Bike seems sluggish /heavy out the gate
Hi Gary, they stock them and i think the set is around P2350 plus the weights 350 and fitting around 250
I imagine a little labor on top did they keep bike overnight ?
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 plus some
@@MR.G-N2IT fitted it on the spot, took roughly 46 minutes and cost me 250 peso
@@MR.G-N2IT so allow around 3000 and enjoy the difference !
thanks mark
Just picked up bike today
Hopefully I can get the crash bar and added lights also along with the CVT WORK 👍🏽
May I ask mate. Is there adv 350 in dumaguete? Someone of my friend ask me and I'm not there yet I'm here in bayawan city and here no adv 350 yet.
Hi Sammi, to the best of my knowledge there isn’t any in the PI
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 that's what I think too kuya. Thanks kuya
@@Sammiinthephilippines walay sapayan Sammi 😀
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 sana all kuya. Hope you visit my channel too kuya. Hehhehe
@@Sammiinthephilippines unta tanan Sammi! i’ve subscribed
Can you register for road a 4 wheeler in Philipines? Out of everything Id probable chose the Ktm 390 Adventure.
I saw an 800cc wicked looking 4 wheeler on the road not long ago so i suppose so ? Have to enquire
Wonder if I could get a DRZ400 or XR650L.? Wonder if a person could make a YZ450F street legal there?
I found a few on the local FB marketplace, send me your email or messenger and i’ll send you the ads
I couldn’t see any issues making a YZ450 street legal, many things are possible here 👍
any second hand bike shop？
Yes there are however the bikes are almost as expensive as new ones. Facebook marketplace is the best bet
@@ridingtheislandswithharro6581 how come ？
@@kinglionma Have no idea, it’s strange like that here. For example you can buy a brand new Honda PCX for 140000 and second hand they are asking 120000, as i said check out FB marketplace
so...better buy a brand new
@@kinglionma yes because you get full warranty and no issues with changing registration over as it’s in your name from the beginning