KTM 390 Adventure vs Interceptor 650

[@BuluBiker]

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[@anirbanray6074]

Bulu bhai agar Himalayan 650 ho jai to.. Kesa hoga?

[@oporajitoD]

Which is more reliable ktm or re

[@rajmishra192]

hi bulu bhai.....why dont you do a video on gear ratios....and how manufactures dont often publish the gear ratio data.....gear ratios according to me deside the actual on road behaviour of a motorcycle or cars for thqt matter...agar aap ye video karte ho yoh this will be much liked by enthusuats who are imclined more towards tech behind engines...please reply

[@striker1011]

I have riden interceptor quite a lot it's a great value for money bike & very good for touring after some essential mods. I know both these bikes IN & OUT. I own 390 adventure & reasons I considered buying it over the interceptor are :- 1. Easy maneuverability 2. No heating at all like Duke or RC 390 due to twin radiator fans 3. More mileage 28-29 in city & 34 in highway 4. Do it all bike can be taken to any terrain Can do hardcore off-roading also but needs some mods & skills. 5. Damn cheap maintenance cost & spares cost. Paid service - 2500 max 6. Good for tall riders. 7. Big bike road presence 8. Unbelievable travel events like PRO-XP & lot more conducted by ktm almost every week a long tour across India & near city much bigger & better facilities are provided for very less cost. 9. Ktm mobile app has lots of features & less glitches than RE. Service guy can collect our bike anywhere in India. 10. Only bike with Cornering abs under 10lakhs. Only bike with Lean sensitive traction control under 6 lakhs. 11. Stock bike goes 175 - 180 top speed. 11. After proper ECU upgrade better than powertronics . I bought bestadventuresportbikes ecu. K&N air filter & After market exhaust. My bike got whopping 50.5 bhp & 44 Nm torque figures. Believe me after this upgrade my bike can do 185kmph top speed at 10000rpm range. Still 2000 rpm is unused. Done 14 teeth sprocket change so top speed is around 175 kmph But believe me the brute pull after the mods & ecu upgrade is far stronger than of interceptor because of the Power to weight ratio which is so huge after upgrade that almost all times i won top speed race with RE twins easily that too without using the quickshifter. 12. Quickshifter became butter smooth after ecu upgrade. 13. Unfortunately RE twin has no BHP increase after Ecu remapping only slight torque increase 55Nm torque. Big bore project is available but I am seriously concerned about the heating issue after that. So if you ask me in terms of Power & Speed adventure 390 is superior after ecu upgrade, air filter & exhaust mods. My total mods costed me 5 lakh including the bike. 14. There is no case of chassis break in adventure 390 unlike interceptor i was shocked to see some KZbin videos. 15. Light weight easy to pick up. After exhaust change without removing catalytic converter weight drop is 5.5 kgs. 16. I can ride ktm adventure 390 wearing shorts no heating issue at all even in city traffic. 17. The alloys are stronger than i thought can take huge beating. You can watch the World Record of Spiti valley on 390 adventure . 18. Lots of decal sticker options for 390 adventure are available. Follow me in Instagram :- shrikkar_tr

[@arunraj-sr3062]

amazing write up and review !

[@striker1011]

@@arunraj-sr3062 Thanks mate 🙂👍

[@technorohit5409]

Bhai I am confused super meteor ya ktm 390 adventure kaun si bike lu please suggest😊

[@striker1011]

@@technorohit5409 if you ride for long distances more than 600kms etc & want to explore India & also want to ride in himalayas do off road & stuff, I would recommend you adventure 390 with fully adjustable suspension variant . If exhaust sound is very important for you & you already have a bike or scooty to ride in the city & want to buy a secondary bike . If you ride casually highway rides not more than 400kms long ride then I would recommend you interceptor 650 👍

[@antarikshsangwan3462]

@@striker1011 brother which year model u have of adv 390 m getting a 2021 model 15000km 1st owner bike for Rs 2,30,000 shall i take it or buy new one if new which new x,std or sw plz answer my these questions

[@BuluBhaina]

Friends Both these bikes are equally good, I would suggest you better take a test ride of both the bikes after watching this video and try to observe the infos I have shared here while u test ride the bikes. May be then you can understand better which bike will be comfortable for you.

[@motorcycleryder]

Bro aap software engineer ho kya? Aap kousa tech pein work karte ho?

[@pranavathalye87]

This is something I have been waiting for too long...

[@anjalivartak4797]

Hey Bulu, Gr8 vlog as people have come to expect from you! You've covered all the valid points very well. Yes, I have to agree, ultimately, which bike you decide on depends on - Budget, Purpose. These definitely determine the one you pick. Tnx for a very detailed vlog covering all points. Look fwd to a vlog comparing Himalayan with the KTM 390 ADV! Cheers!!

[@beerfeverag]

This is exactly something I was looking for! Thanks bro...

[@sunnysubbu007]

I'm so much used to your videos , and seen so much if your content. I completely know what your thinking and how on what basis your saying the points. And know completely what your reference videos your going to give. Much waiting for the videos from Africa twin 👍👍

[@yathi1947]

Bulu...not sure how to say thanks to you, you are always coming with key points which is from real life, thanks buddy

[@trippychariot]

Bulu bhai, Thank you for this lovely video, just wanted to share my experience: I am over 6 ft tall and I ride interceptor 650 and I use it for daily commute to my office (in moderate-heavy traffic ). Trust me I find it very comfortable and enjoining maybe that is because of my height and as you mentioned low end torque & also the breaking of this bike. What I believe if someone is over 5.8 he can use this bike in city traffic as well. This bike has very nice road presence. Thank you :)

[@BuluBiker]

Agreed totally.. aah man looks I forgot to add, undoubtedly the Interceptor wins on it.

[@GetYossedLol]

I am 6'1 too, and when I sit on classic it looks really small on me. Will the interceptor also appear small?

[@trippychariot]

No my friend.. It won't look small... Even My height is 6.1

[@GetYossedLol]

@@trippychariot thanks man, considering getting the interceptor in ravishing red 👍

[@darshansompura2540]

sir i met you on rider maina and i have never seen any one such a humble person like you and after watching your videos and test ride i bought int 650 and its rocking crossed 10 k kilometer and many more miles to go, great content sir keep rocking love from mumbai :)

[@majidiqbal052008]

Done... I done with interceptor.... Bhai... Mujhe uska weight hi uska plus point laga, even city me.... Thank you

[@arslanalam4325]

Only motovlogger who has knowledge like an expert auto journalist.Bulu bhai

[@shree397]

I was confused between 390 single vs 650 twin engine wise......but at last I decided to go with bigger 650 twin as that bike will age very slowly as compared to high reving 390 single also it takes more to maintain that ktm engine with its valve issues (identified world wide ask Ari Jennings). Besides fewer the electronics better are the chances for repair in emergency situation, also analogue vs digital, always analogue you can trust..... This was for me, can be different for you☺️ But this is my forever bike i won't sell it even if i get a new one so i choose 2 pistons vs 1

[@prvdubai]

Thanks for this upload.....your observations on these two great bikes are absolutely correct.

[@nagakishorep]

You explained it so well, it cleared all the doubts I had.

[@SaiPrasad.k]

Thank you Bulu Bro. For making this video. I have been dying to make the decision between these two from last one month. Hope this discussion will help me out to make the final call.

[@BuluBiker]

Absolutely bro it will help for sure to understand both the bikes

[@SaiPrasad.k]

@@BuluBiker Thanks a lot bro. 🙏 Finally made my decision. Going for 390 ADV. As it's going to be my second bike and I use my vespa for daily office commute. And I'm looking for the bike especially for my Touring Purpose only. Shall I go for it. ??

[@ashishpuma3950]

@@SaiPrasad.k what did you got bro?

[@vishalprabhakar09]

Kindly make a Vlog for RE Himalayan vs KTM 390 Adventure. I ask as this as you have made Vlog for RE Himalayan as well + They are both of the same Genre.

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

Really helpful..you deserve a million soon❤️

[@praveennigam6202]

On highway also, 390 Adv seems better choice because of the wind protection ( which may be upgraded from current windscreen) and better posture. Also, the higher end is good.

[@fredyph30]

Aaraam se chalenge - INT 650 Hit that f8cking hair pin now - ADV 390 This is a summary of the characteristic of the bike

[@ramijraja2453]

Thank you so much Bulu vaai. Video is very helpful

[@fmontes30]

I have a ktm 390 adv, however I am in love with the modifiable strength and simplicity of the 650 interceptor. I cannot have both, I am debating whether to sell it and buy the interceptor, how functional do you see it for travel and a little brown .

[@shashanks1702]

Don't sell 390 and buy the interceptor...wait until RE updates the 650twins properly.... interceptor has a better engine but it is not a very user friendly bike like the KTM is interns of convenience.......and RE can be frustrating sometimes if it break down

[@fmontes30]

@@shashanks1702 Thanks for the answer. I follow enjoying my ktm 390 adv

[@NamgyalWangchuk]

I find the ktm's 390 engine to be less reliable, the ktm service says that you need to replace every part of engine like piston head, cylinder kit , camshafts etc. after its hits 30k odo , mine got seized at 24k when i was doing jammu - kanyakumari ride, sadly i had to give up my ride in mumbai. ( the engine oil was draining even after toping up at 300kms) Though i dont have any idea about the royal enfield twin cylinder engine life. Bulu bhai, please let me know about your opinion when you're free ! thanks. love from leh ladakh.

[@BuluBiker]

Haan that is because of the high compression engines, the reliability for sure is a big concern.. RE are very unpredictable that way, some guys have done close to lakhs without issues and some face issues after 40k kms. With Interceptor since it is a new bike so can't ckmment.

[@NamgyalWangchuk]

@@BuluBiker thank you bulu bhai for your precious time. Means alot ! Be safe and keep making quality content.

[@romeorajkumar3562]

Bhaino i m feeling too lucky, because i have both ☺️❤️

[@Quenchedfooty]

Great pointers Bulu + Tyre issue too -Tubed Interceptor Vs Tubeless 390 Adv You had sealed the interceptor Rim in previous video, is it still holding?

[@itsdna08]

Hi bulu, one thing I noticed is that int 650 makes more power than adv 390. Rest all good, keep up the good work and making good content.

[@mayukhbiswas2390]

Bulu Bhai....me confused with Himalayan vs 390...i commute mostly city...once or twice go for breakfast rides...i have a concern with tyres...tube or tubeless... which one should i go for?

[@satvikgopal2928]

if money is not an issue go with ktm ,

[@BuluBiker]

Aah man that tube tyre is a headache in case of puncture. As on date go for 390 adv because what I understand u r not doing hard core off road so better go with 390

[@mayukhbiswas2390]

Thanks Bulu Bhai & Gopal

[@automotriztechnica]

Hey Bulu Bhai, Aap ka valuable review a big Thumbs-Up 👍 for your honesty

[@gajrajsinghchouhan8162]

Thanks Bulu bhai, for awesome comparison.

[@biswajitdash2300]

owning cost & maintenance cost shouldn't be a factor.. as lot of ppl in this category are there who doesn't consider them bikers but get inspired and buy wrong bikes.. this video will help guiding those guys..

[@dibyendubera4555]

I am confused between duke 390 and adventure 390 Which one is better??? For daily ride as well as touring????

[@whatthearthur8660]

Such a detailed video, thanks bhai.

[@bhawanisinghyps]

Well explained. Thank you Bulu.

[@ExploreWithSandeepG]

In Darjeeling like scenarios how you rate Xpulse, how it would have behaved on that steep climb with luggage?

[@SS-vu1xk]

अति सुंदर, कई क्रिटिकल पॉइंट्स ईजिली क्लियर कर दिए, बढ़िया बुलू भाई

[@shankyrocking92]

No offence intended bulu bhai But if you have bought Africa twin already...what is the use of 390 adventure now? Also please tell us the price you have bought the africa twin for.

[@BuluBiker]

Haan so right now I am selling all other bikes n holding just the Africa tein n 390 adv. Africa twin for all big n long rides. 390 adv for city rides and some trail rides n sometimes I may transfer the bike on train and then feom there will eide to destination like I did for Nepal upper mustang.. in that case its better to send a lighter n cheaper Motorcycle there I will use. Price 10

[@shankyrocking92]

Thank you for the reply. Now your line up makes sense.

[@abhiraambharadwaj1556]

Bulu bhai I need your opinion on which of these is a better touring bike considering our road n traffic conditions- Dominor 400 or a Ninja 300. Can you please suggest which one to go with

[@indysrikanth]

Goto 0:51 kissa khatham... thanks Bulu bhai. Got my answer. 😄😄

[@Unofficialnomad]

How interceptor perform in leh ladakh? Can we take it to leh and spiti ride?

[@cpramshadcp]

If you need to choose one bike for a long ride say ladakh or cross country.. which one will you choose among these two?

[@KahanikarSomraj]

390adv OR Dominar ??🤨🧐🧐

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

Sir please tell what all customisations we need for interceptor to do long tours?.. please make a detail video if possible

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

Sir interceptor ke handle bar kaha milege.

[@BINAYAK0045]

Bulu bhai pls suggest me a bike between interceptor 650 n 390 adventure..i usually do long tours...which bike should i buy...

[@dilipjangid9485]

I am searching for this one only thank u so much 👍👍

[@gopaliitm]

Valuable information bulu bhai 👍👌👌❤️

[@sarkarjoydeep]

How is the seat in KTM 390 Adventure for city ride?? 🤔

[@bikramkeshareesahoo]

First like then started watching the video. Thanks bulu bhaina for such amazing content even in lockdown period.

[@deepakdebatirtha]

Bulu Bhai during this ride Outex was installed on Int 650?? So far how's it's performance and feedback if possible.

[@BuluBiker]

Naah bro outex was installed way later... Outex is good kit bro but everything depends on who has installed, for me the installation was poor for which couple of places air was leaking, but I have seen some friends using on Africa twin are very happy.

[@deepakdebatirtha]

@@BuluBiker Thanks Bhai. I have been thinking of using it. I have already one kick by nail on the rear tire. Hence wanted to take second opinion before I opt for it. Thank you again. Will catch up sometime.

[@anchitboral468]

On 1min 06sec, Varthur shell petrol station right?

[@l_unarpunk4245]

Thank you man! You made up my mind. I'm buying the adventure 390

[@kaushikparam]

Great unbiased review..

[@74anir]

May be a comparison of 390adv with the Himalayan would have been more apt. Have done 12k+ km on my Interceptor & also have a little bit of experience with the ktm390 ( not the 390adv though) & I find them a world apart. KTM vibrates a lot more & absolutely disgusting at crawling speeds while the Interceptor I feel is the best thing to have happened to the long distance biking scene in the affordable section in the Indian bike market.

[@BuluBiker]

Yes I have said the exact same thing in the video, ktm lacks low end n interceptor is best on highways. The only reason for comparison is the similar price point for which ppl r confused

[@pravatdey3117]

Thanx sir ..... Nice video ...clear the concept

[@amogh1773]

How is the pillion comfort of both these bikes?

[@vlogerboyanish8366]

Bhai adventure jesa ladakh waha jana ka liya konsa behtar hai Himalayan OR ktm adventure OR x pulse

[@adithyashankaramanchi9018]

Useful 👍... Nd which one is best Himalayan bs6 or ktm 390 advanture ?

[@ashwinkini973]

Bulu bhai, what's a good modification? Changing handle bars or fitting handle bar risers? If changing handle bars, then which is a good replacement? Pls also let me know where can I get the replacement in Bangalore. For 650s seat comfort, is it ok to fit touring seat? Or should I alter existing seat itself? Thanks!

[@ravtokas]

Bullu bhai very confused kon si lu, please guide

[@BuluBiker]

I can understand bro, both r neck to neck... Overall I would suggest Ktm

[@rohitnagpal1031]

Which one to buy RE 650 or ktm 390 adv, if city ride is 90 km per day, bumper-to-bumper traffic. It took 2 hours to cover 35 km.

[@Prabh_hr02]

Jonsi apke dil ko chuhe bhai☺️

[@pakathmanuvasudevan4531]

Bulu, I have a 5 year old Harley 750... I have tires from MRF (the rear tire with new pattern treads)... Went all the way from Chennai/Bangalore to Ahmedabad (Sabarmati Ashram and back for a crowd funding project run)...What would you suggest? Keep the bike or get one of these new age bikes... Cost of ownership for a Harley is high of course but then they are cult stuff... Please do suggest...!

[@gaurangagarwal1067]

i own a interceptor

[@vedjanve4361]

Hands down, interceptor

[@kartikthakkar2327]

How’s your review for the bike . I am thinking to buy it . Next week

[@harshal544]

Hi...My height is 5.3 So can I handle 390 adventure ?

[@kshitishkum]

Ktm adv will be too high for u better to take test ride

[@justbeloud]

Bullu's height bhi 5.3 hi hai bhai

[@sun-jb2fs]

I am using ktm duke 125 for city rides in Mumbai. But I always face the problem of heating in heavy traffic. Is this problem solved in 390

[@rahulkate23]

Hi Bulu, Thanks for the information - Very useful. Well I wanted to know how'd you rate Dominar 2019 with KTM 390 Adv. ?

[@Beingsalmankhan31.7mil]

i like your way of dealing the things in your own way 👍

[@zidaneduke]

Thank you Bullu bhai. Its been indeed a detailed information. Big Fan of your knowledge and content. Keep it up. Best wishes ❤️👍👌

[@jaswanthreddy8088]

So mostly in Indian roads you won’t go higher rpm. So I choose torque instead of power here

[@sajeevps]

Nice comparison. I like both bikes but since my usage in highway rides not having tubeless tyres and un shielded exhaust forces me to think away from interceptor. How abt durability?

[@shubhamoysarkar6538]

Sir mayra hight 5ft4 hy kia mujy interceptor lyna chahiye!mayra ghar darjiling sy 190k.m duri par hy..may months may akbr pahar may riding k lia jata hu..lakin mujy 2 yr sy Kamar may spondilitis ka bohot prblm hy mayra pass Classic 500 tha avi seal kar dia..ya continental gt650 ly lu! Ya iss dono may koi v nahi lu! Plzz sir bolia..or interceptor may kia chain spoket katny ki koi prblm aiaa hy aapkaa! classic bhoot bar mayra chain kat jata thaa

[@jackreacher3930]

Bulu bhai intercepter 650better or duke390? @bulubiker

[@BuluBiker]

Interceptor definitely bhai

[@hkk25hindi82]

My daily uses for office commute is 60 km. I m also planning to sale my 2017 model thunderbird 350 before my plan to ride ladhak. Pls suggest which bike I need to purchase

[@worths5681]

Did u face frequent tire punctures in interceptor650 bulu bhai?

[@BuluBiker]

Only once I faces puncture.. too difficult to remove the wheel n fix it back

[@worths5681]

That's what worries me.. anyway Thanks for the feedback.

[@khuzan11]

Good video Buu keep it up

[@goutamk1494]

Intercepter is best or Continental GT

[@RitikKumar-vp4gw]

Continental gt 650 and duke 390 m se kon sa lena chahiye

[@anuragtripathi985]

Which is better for stunts.

[@viswamitra2397]

Bulu vai new RE chrome 350 BS6 or Jawa Classic BS6 kaunsa lu....plz ur suggestion does matter to me

[@BuluBiker]

Bhai enfield 350 is a waste of bike, so much vibrations. Anyday the Jawa is a better bike

[@Sabyasachi9697]

This is a definitive edition I would say❤

[@thejas007]

Bulu bhaiyya, 390 adventure or versys 650?

[@BuluBiker]

Versys bro or else try Vstorm 650 even better

[@darjeelingwoodsvlog4656]

Love from Darjeeling....

[@saurabhgunwal2177]

Dada super amazing video, once lock down is over..please review Jawa Perak...I'm looking for a bike who is all rounder but under right budget

[@HSAutomotive]

Very informative 👍👍👍

[@summersprings7321]

Bulu bhai is right!!...both are two different kind of bikes we can't compare them!!

[@rollonwheels81]

I have an interceptor and a duke 390 2017. I am thinking for a change and that is 390 adv in exchange of the duke. Should i go for that or wait for new coming.. Please suggest.

[@BuluBiker]

Naah bro don't do it, u may not find the 390adv any better then the duke 390 except the seating posture.. better to wait I have heard even Honda is coming up with some more bikes.

[@rollonwheels81]

@@BuluBiker many thanks..keep it up..sir

[@nareshnain4624]

Bulu bhai iss video ko dekhne se phle tak I was also in doubt.. now make my mind...😊

[@shantanughosh8524]

Much awaited

[@1forged_piston]

Bulu bhai duke 390 ka coolent mix with engine oil ka tension hota hai mujhe apka iss bare mein kya advice hai ?

[@BuluBiker]

Aah man for that I have to ride the bike more to understand.. its a long term thing.

[@1forged_piston]

@@BuluBiker thanks for the key point " its a long term thing" . Now i am tension free atleast for now. I can trust and go out for adventure

[@deckoo661]

Almost after your 10000 km, its better to change the oring of the water pump and use a good coolant oil not the green color one normaly seen on ktm and bajaj bikes..

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

But ktm goes till 155 approx and interceptor goes till 180 after gurusevak and ktm is really bad at low end and there are alot of vibration...like adv is not good at anything but interceptor can do everything 👍..

[@deepakjimba8670]

Thank you so much sir

[@shouvikmitram3856]

Sir india may scrambler kab ayaga which may be atleast above 40 Bhp ?

[@debasishgouda8999]

Bhai tamara intercepeter kuade gala

[@Sonu19424]

How is the low end torque in Dominar since you have that bike also ..

[@BuluBiker]

Dominar is better then Ktm with low end.. actually its a very good bike

[@Sonu19424]

Bulu Patnaik If you compare it with interceptor as far as the low end torque is concerned..

[@shaikjabir5031]

Bulu bhai do u still own interceptor?

[@BuluBiker]

No Jabir recently before buying the Africa Twin I sold it to a friend, because I was in need of hard cash.

[@vilaskulkarni3147]

To my experience, the simple structure of Interceptor at its price point is an excellent proposition. But I feel that KTM 390 is vastly better "value for money" looking at the electronics, safety features, ergonomics etc offered with it, as it offers the driving safety features of that level which used to be offered till recently only with the bikes costing Rs 8.00 - 10.00 Lacs or more! We should be thankful to KTM for providing the kind of driving safety features at this price point. Whatever one says, the safety feature like "cornering ABS" proves to be so important at twisted roads and in situations of incidental miscalculation by the rider, even occasionally! Its various driving modes provide considerable assistance in uncertain and unpredictable weather conditions! As a whole "package", it's sheer value for money! Actually, it has raised the bar about "value for money" propositions in India. Looking at pretty widespread dealership of KTM in India (though Royal Enfield is still the leader in this regard), one can feel assured about the necessary support in case of any difficulty. Another advantage with KTM is its"rally experience" which has been proved by overwhelming majority of titles it has earned in the toughest rallies all over the world. This brings about a lot of "dependability factor" in design and construction of the bikes. Though RE has improved a lot on quality factor in interceptor range, it still has to achieve the "consistency" factor for time to come! Ideally, a fantastic combination of "best value for money" bike would be Himalayan 650 kind of bike which may have a lot of grunt, off road capabilities, higher speeds highway ridability, reliability etc, inbuilt. Alas, we need to wait for it, indefinitely. What do you think?!

[@sandipsangpawar2041]

Bulu bhai aapke pass bike kitne hain

[@tineshshah6247]

Sir wt about comparing it with Himalayan?

[@BuluBiker]

Compared to Himalayan, Interceptor is a much interesting bike to ride man.

[@bpk4601]

@@BuluBiker compare Himalayan with 390 adv bulu bhai

[@tineshshah6247]

@@BuluBiker yes sure.. I am confused between Himalayan & adv390 both have some pros and cons.. but just can't get on the decision.. If u can help me than it would be great sir.. 😊

[@njfilms1829]

Billu bhaia you were invited to the adv 390’s off road event i want to know what do they did to those bikes which they used at the event do they send it to the showroom to sell or do they send back to the factory for reassemble.

[@BuluBiker]

No bro I was not invited since I do only laid Collaborations 😁😁😁 Well those bikes were sent to different showroom n being used as test ride bikes now.

[@njfilms1829]

Bulu Patnaik i doubt my bike is the same coz its been ridden 88km’s from the showroom, how much kms your’s was clocked ?

[@jijopj9624]

Bro which is the best sem off road tyre for interceptor 650 for leh ladkh ride?.me the owner of baker express

[@amitloveriderkolkata8963]

Bulu vai what u want to say about Dominar400 2019 UG..is it good for Ladakh ride with pillion?

[@BuluBiker]

Absolutely bro its a very good bike n comfortable for both

[@amitloveriderkolkata8963]

Thnx bulu vai...saty safe