A Very Wet And Dangerous Day On Thailand Motorbike Tour EP3

The rainy season in Thailand finally got me today. Today I take you to the notorious Golden Triangle where 3 countries meet. Here Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. This is a notorious drug trafficking area, but has lots of interesting things to see. I waited too long to put on my rain gear, so I got totally soaked riding my Honda ADV160 here from Chiang Rai. Join me as I give you a wet tour of a nearly deserted Golden Triangle, a tour of the House of Opium Museum, and of course some food. The weather caught me off guard, but it was a great day nonetheless.
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[@LifewithSerg]

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[@TheThaiLife]

Wow, you are very tough driving in this weather and finding so many interesting things as usual. Another awesome video.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks buddy!

[@terebellum1981]

The casinos on the Laos side are in the leased land from Laos to a Chinese so called drug lord, according to the West, for 99 years. It is designed to be Special Economic Zone. If you crossed to that side, the city will look closer to a Chinese city than Laotian town. They even use Chinese currency over there.

[@LifewithSerg]

This is exactly what I found out after I shut the video.

[@radical9er]

​@@LifewithSergDid you cross over? I visit the Triagle before Covid.

[@PaulJagger-p9k]

thanks for sharing Serg, the opium museum would have been really interesting, shame about the weather.

[@LifewithSerg]

I did show the opium museum. 🤔

[@edit_by_tony]

Very cool to hear a farang calling LAOS how it really should be called LAO, well done Serg that's worth me hitting the subscribe button Now to continue watching the video

[@LifewithSerg]

So many words are pronounced so different in different languages, but this is one that I definitely was aware of. Just like the names of things where I was born, Russia, they pronounced completely different way in English that they would be in Russian. Thanks for subscribing and enjoy the rest of the video.

[@matthewkjellerson9325]

hope you got some rest, driving can really take a lot out of you. continue with a safe and enjoyable trip.....Matt & Lucy....

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks guys! This trip is kicking my ass. Lol

[@FOCUSonASIA13]

Safe travels! Love that part of Thailand, be up in Chiang Mai in couple weeks

[@LifewithSerg]

Have fun!

[@AlaskaAli]

Hi Serg, glad to see you continue your adventure in Thailand again. Ride safety and bring us more cool video clips plz. Btw, how much did you pay for the hotel room in this vdo? 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

I mentioned the price in the beginning. Sorry don’t remember. Too many hotels so far. Lol

[@lifestyle4193]

Welcome to Thailand we love you from Thai people ❤

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you!

[@chatchaweewong1071]

+10 for the cat! love this vlog as always mate, can't wait to see the next one, Cheer!

[@LifewithSerg]

The cat was very cool, so many colors. I’ve got three more recorded and will probably end up recording at least another 4 to 6 before this trip is over.

[@tomofnorthcal]

Hi! Glad that your Honda ADV160 is able to ride throughout the country. The ADV350 looks too wide for congested traffic. This is way I am also interested in the ADV160.

[@LifewithSerg]

Any of the scooters that are 350 cc or larger are just fat pigs. They’re fatter than a motorcycle. Not for me. I will be buying a 500 cc motorcycle soon though.

[@aggiet4545]

Take care of yourself Serg. Love this roadtrip video. Keep on rolling...😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you’re enjoying these videos. More to come.

[@benzi770]

Thank you for showing wonderful places even in the rain, safe riding and take care 💪🇮🇱

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks, more to come!

[@ScruffyNomad]

A wet golden triangle is always inviting. Good work, Serg.

[@LifewithSerg]

LMAO

[@shaunashton9744]

I loved the museum Serg, I am glad that they can discuss those subjects instead of pretending that it never happened. I would love to visit the Golden Triangle some time, spent 1 night in Chiang Rai nearly 30 years ago and have been wanting to return

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, if you come back, definitely go check out the museum.

[@keithd1219]

That river reminds of the chocolate river from willy Wonka. Fancy a swim?

[@LifewithSerg]

The river was flowing so very fast. You can’t really tell on the video, but it looked extremely dangerous.

[@DreamofThailand19000]

Golden triangle looks much different from the time I was there. It's the year tsunami hit southern part of Thailand. It just happened that I visited the northern part instead of southern part of Thailand. Love to see your adventures because I can't ride a motorcycle in the rain!

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you’re enjoying this. I’ve been getting soaked almost every single day. Ha ha. Much more to come.

[@stevedriver1476]

a BIG JOB mate,,, when you took the wrong turn at that intersection,, i was scared them cars were going to blast off from the intersection and take you out. the driver outside Bangkok look a little more safety aware.

[@LifewithSerg]

The driver is outside of Bangkok are OK in the towns, but get them on the mountain roads and they’re passing on the wrong side of the turn around corners, over blind crest of the hill, etc. Really horrible driving skills. Lol

[@verykeen2please]

I used to go trekking in the area and staying with local tribes..Every night an older guy would turn up with his pipe and offer you a smoke

[@LifewithSerg]

That sounds like a memorable experience

[@TR8jhlo]

Entertaining vdo but time to write some new comedy lines when talking to dogs. Maybe sell them some crypto instead of oft heard used car warranty. 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Excellent idea. Perhaps some Iraqi Dinars.

[@PEACEKEEPER-mm3js]

Don't missed " Wat rong khun " (White Temple)

[@LifewithSerg]

I was already there. It’s in the video right before this.

[@eddybluesteel9058]

Vlogging in the rain 😊 can't wait to get my DZ3 Drone scooter Thai brand , then make some tours!

[@LifewithSerg]

Do it!

[@hanumon22]

Very informative and original video! Keep creating videos!

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you! Will do!

[@จําเนียรฉางแก้ว]

ขับมอเตอร์ไซค์เก่งมากไปสุดแดนสยาม เลย ครับ

[@LifewithSerg]

It’s been a long trip! Thank you for watching

[@paulmurray8734]

Did you bump into any of your old contacts over there ? LOL

[@LifewithSerg]

Lmao

[@tallthintom]

Nice video Serg! I visited there about 10 years ago. The Laos side had a market that sold tourist stuff and nothing else, it has built up a lot since then!

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah it looks pretty impressive. Apparently all of it is run by Chinese mafia. Lol.

[@Get-A-Life]

Get a small snap lock sandwich bag to seal your phone in on the bike. Still fits in the phone holder and you can still read the google map display. 👌👌

[@LifewithSerg]

I brought some with me, but this is a cheap android phone that I bought strictly for navigation. I wouldn’t subject my iPhone to constant vibrations like this. Besides it’s water proof to rain so it’s ok.

[@dae1973]

Again ppl. 8 dollars for all that food. That a 15 to 20 meal in the states. Loving it

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh yes, the cost of living here is much much lower. It’s not the reason I moved here, but it’s definitely a bonus.

[@chrisgray9972]

Great video mate, take care and stay upright.

[@LifewithSerg]

Doing it! Thanks!

[@dasonzone3]

I have a 160..what tires are you using now ?

[@LifewithSerg]

11k on stock tires.

[@LonglingEriksen]

i love that place. Lovely Mea kong river :)

[@LifewithSerg]

The best!

[@dew4040]

I crossed over from there to Laos in 2004 on the same day the tsunami hit. No visa required and only a tiny village in Laos. Looks like it is really being built up now. Since I did not speak Thai I had no idea the tsunami had happened, I only remember someone saying something about a big wave. I would love to take a motorcycle ride up there someday.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, it’s a very interesting place. It looks like the construction is going pretty strong on the other side.

[@dew4040]

@@LifewithSerg You are quite adventurous ridding that little motorbike all the way up there. Nice job, have fun. I will be in Thailand in December. Maybe bump into you.

[@ElendrielG]

Safe trip and take care of yourself. 😀

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you so much

[@panangiveon8220]

เที่ยวให้สนุก และเดินทางปลอดภัยนะคะ ทานอาหาร เยอะๆด้วยคะ ♥️🌺🌸🎉

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you very much

[@nanalim4873]

Out of shape but handsome as always 🐻🐷

[@LifewithSerg]

Bear man pig at your service.

[@onlyleavingfootprints]

Hi Serg, loved the video. Not a fan of all that rain, mind you as I am writing this it is pouring where I live in Australia. What month was it when you filmed this ?

[@LifewithSerg]

I am currently on this trip. So when you’re seeing the videos, they’re about 1 to 2 weeks behind. I’m gonna have about six or seven more from this trip. I have three more weeks to go.

[@onlyleavingfootprints]

@@LifewithSerg perfect thank you

[@thomasauslander3757]

It's nice and dry here in Pattaya for now. Except for the beer is wet.

[@LifewithSerg]

Ha ha. Enjoy!

[@jaydenktan3548]

You earn your keep today. Thank you Serg

[@LifewithSerg]

Ha ha. Thanks.

[@skmagson]

What motorcycle do you have? Did you buy it new or used? Do you remember what you paid?

[@LifewithSerg]

2023 Honda ADV160. Bought new 10 Months ago for ฿102,000

[@skmagson]

@@LifewithSerg Thank you for this. You like it alright? No regrets about the purchase, reliable overall, engine doesn't get too hot in the super hot months, good fuel economy for a scooter, etc? Will need to get something for myself once I put boots down and the idea I had was just torpedoed. Thanks again!

[@travelswithjasonf1463]

Other great video shame about the weather food look good as well I am not a surprise that you was knackered after riding all them miles

[@LifewithSerg]

Wait until you see the weather in the next video. Ha ha. It’s rainy season, so this is to be expected. I’m being very careful. Thank you for your support.

[@travelswithjasonf1463]

@@LifewithSerg oh that bad was it oh dear bet you got very wet

[@madjo23s]

niced to see you back, love you video the road super wet, take care, the forcast news is the hevy rain in nort and north east of thailand

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes, there’s lots of rain coming. I’m going to be very careful.

[@abbasmirah3349]

Thanks for sharing that 🎉

[@LifewithSerg]

You bet!

[@robaaront7134]

Nice hair cut. Stay dry.😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you! You too!

[@kajstorgaard1791]

Another super vlog

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dasonzone3]

We need to get you a bigger bike 😂

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, I’m gonna buy a Honda NX 500 later this year I think

[@palidamook1767]

ขับขี่ด้วยความระมัดระวังนะคะ🙏🇹🇭😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes, absolutely be careful

[@denniswong2553]

Great video.

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for the visit!

[@ViVandrarVidare]

Love your traveling videos! Just wish they were a bit longer, since your video releases are my highlight of the week. 😊 Btw I remember that you rented a pcx (160) on an island maybe koh Chang or something like that a while ago. What would you say is the biggest cons with the pcx (remember you didn’t like it) and the biggest pro’s with the ADV 160? Have a wonderful day. 🙏

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m trying to put out a new video every three days on this trip, so I don’t wanna make them too long. You have a good memory. That was on Ko Samui about a year and a half ago the first day they had given me a click 160, then I had an ADV 150 for four days, and then they needed it back and they gave me a PCX. The PCX is ugly and extremely uncomfortable, in my opinion. The reason I really like the ADV, is because it’s as close to an adventure bike as you can get in a small scooter. It’s more of an upright riding position, it has an adjustable windscreen and wide bars. We all have different tastes. You should go and try at least sitting on these different bikes and see what works for you. There really is no right or wrong, it all depends upon your preferences.

[@ViVandrarVidare]

@@LifewithSerg I totally get the idea of the length of the videos! I’ll watch them all as usual! 😊 I actually trust your judgement of bikes because I know that you are a real biker, and not just another KZbinr that just rent a scooter and don’t even got a driver’s license. Me myself have been driving for about 16 years. Soon to make the big step of moving to Thailand with my wife. I will definitely try some different bikes before buying. I also hate the looks of the pcx, but a lot of people love the “comfort” of it.

[@LifewithSerg]

@ViVandrarVidare yeah I’ve been riding motorcycles for about 33 years. Lots of mistakes have been made during that time. Lol. I just don’t find the PCX comfortable, and I don’t like cruiser style motorcycles. If you move to Thailand, renting these bikes, super cheap. You could rent different ones for a couple days or a week and see if you like it.

[@ViVandrarVidare]

@@LifewithSerg True! That’s smart!

[@dd-hs2zx]

safe trip Serg

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks!

[@mariovandenhovel1341]

Nice vlog Mate ❤🙏🙏🙏

[@LifewithSerg]

Thank you 🙌

[@konthaijaidee3035]

Very wet trip.

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh yes. It will get wetter. Lol

[@JP.Travelz]

😂😂 Go Time

[@LifewithSerg]

Wet and wild. 😂

[@davidbollaerts4705]

You showed here some perseverance Serg. Well done very nice vlog. Keep on going strong Serg.

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you enjoyed it! Trust me, there’s more wet weather to come on this trip.

[@davidbollaerts4705]

@@LifewithSerg I can imaging that it's the rainy season. But it has to stop one time.

[@elund408]

about 40 years ago, some refugees were found to be growing Opium Poppies in a large patch next to I-5, (around Portland Oregon I think) when the cops raided the field the people said what do you mean we can't grow them we bought the seeds at the health food store.

[@LifewithSerg]

LMAO. That’s funny.

[@EarthCamper]

Great spirit Serg....for exploring 👍

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks 👍 got much more to come.

[@SABAI15]

Great video as usual Serg! It's not to bad out on the open roads with not much traffic in the rain. But in and around Bangkok in the rain is no fun at all!

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh yeah, I would not ride in Bangkok during rain. Not at all.

[@Heathrow75]

Awesome day. Food looked great and the museum looked really interesting . Cheers

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, I definitely had a great lunch and the museum was pretty cool

[@วีระวัชระ-ฅ3ฅ]

สวัสดีครับ

[@LifewithSerg]

Hi!

[@sompolbumrongjaroen826]

You can go to Myanmar walk from Changrai border.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, but no. Lol.

[@chetthamakkapan9124]

hi dude i think your enjoy and so happy in my country....good

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks! 😃

[@do-everystory]

🙋🏽‍♂️

[@LifewithSerg]

👋💪🇹🇭

[@xantee]

Thanks for the video and that you still keep a smile on your face while it's raining like that :D Enjoy watching your vids while i'm also on a road trip, down south in Thailand atm from Rayong to Krabi :)

[@LifewithSerg]

Ah enjoy! I liked Rayong.

[@xantee]

​@@LifewithSerg Rayong is a chill spot for sure! If you’re still in Chiang Rai and want to see the biggest Buddha statue, where you can travel inside up to the head with an amazing interior, check out the "Guan Yin Statue".

[@lillianrosbottom7366]

Good video again serg riding in all that rain take care

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you enjoyed it. There’s more wet riding to come. 🤪

[@HaklGuru]

Another great Episode!

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you enjoyed.

[@kbarnbrook4993]

So your breathing problems have nothing to do with your overeating then?

[@LifewithSerg]

LMFAO. Hello troll. 😂🤣

[@arrukkikrina2755]

I have been there during the dry season when the water level is very low. In some places there are very rough rocks protruding into the river. Sitting by the Mekong River drinking beer during sunset is a great memory.

[@LifewithSerg]

That sounds great! I’ve never been here before, but the river was very high

[@arrukkikrina2755]

@@LifewithSerg My advice from Chiang Rai, heading to Mae Hong Son Province, to Tee Lor Su Waterfall. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXfddImXiqamebs

[@radical9er]

Long time ago in the 90s, I had a friend from the UK, who visited the G.T. He sat at a coffee shop. A Thai looking guy was sitting there as well. He asked him to join him, so he did. They chatted for a long time. Then the guy pulled his gun and showed it to him and let him handle it. After a while the guy left. The staff working at the shop came to my friend and told him if he knows the guy? He said nope. He told him that's Khun Sa. My friend said, he was going to crap in his pants when he heard that. Now, do you know who Khu Sa is? True story, unless my friend lied. He sounded genuine though.

[@LifewithSerg]

If that’s true, then that’s pretty wild! What a story!