MT09 office commute

[@jxcreativedesign]

First time watching your channel and I really enjoyed the down-to-earth demeanour! Makes it very relatable esp from a Class 2 rider 👍🏼

[@asphaltadventure448]

Thanks a lot for your support and kind words, really appreciate it :)

[@Alvin2Wheel]

Comprehensive Insurance. Biggest reason on why comprehensive and not other policies is a peace of mind. If and when something were to happen, that burden of finance will be at the bottom of my list concerns/priorities. Riding safe and defensively is still the best practice to develop.

[@asphaltadventure448]

Well said! Indeed, having comprehensive insurance offers peace of mind, but ultimately, it comes down to how safely we ride.

[@pokpoklon]

Thank god I don't stay at your area. The traffic is insane over there. Also a fellow 23 Mt09 rider here

[@asphaltadventure448]

Nice to know you're also riding a MT09! True that, it's always a challenge with the heavy traffic and all the lane splitting😅

[@hhxlegacy]

You can switch the orientation & strap of your Apple Watch to have the crown on the left.

[@asphaltadventure448]

Oh, I didn't know about that. Thanks a bunch for sharing, really appreciate it 😄

[@mysterioswagger]

nice ride! thoughts on the new traffic rules where they are implementing speed cameras in normal red light cameras junction. am on 2a now and not sure if i wanna take class 2 because of this :P

[@asphaltadventure448]

Thank you! In Singapore, on regular roads, there’s a traffic light about every 100 meters, and red light speed cameras are everywhere! You’re spot on, it’s hard to fully enjoy class 2 bikes here, but heading north to open up the throttle is always an option! Haha, YOLO, go for it! Get your class 2 license soon! 😎😄

[@avadakedavra696]

Do you need a special license to ride a motorcycle in SG? Like if you were to drive a car you gotta pay for a license to drive right?

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hi there, you are right. In order to purchase a vehicle, we need to bid for a Certificate of Entitlement (COE). Right now, the COE for motorcycles is nearly $10,000, and for cars, it's over $100,000. After that, there are additional taxes to pay, and it's important to note that ownership only lasts for 10 years. E.g R15 can cost you over $15,000

[@khidirmustafa9750]

You can enable water lock mode on your apple watch before starting your ride. At least that's what I do when I ride!

[@asphaltadventure448]

Thanks a lot for sharing 😃 I really appreciate it. I'll definitely give it a try.

[@2Young4War]

Hi what’s the fuel consumption for your bike? Thinking of getting the SP version as well

[@whozrab5005]

normal traffic jam, used to ride the same route as you haha. Cars and lorries just hogging the road and driving like 70 and keep changing lane LOL

[@asphaltadventure448]

True that, really rabzz!! The traffic congestion tends to ease up after passing Bukit Timah Fire Station. The presence of bus lanes and the duration of traffic lights largely contribute to the heavy traffic.

[@zanzan3807]

Bro, how do you not sweat riding to work in office wear?

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hey bro, I'm used to it! Hahaha I make sure to maintain a steady pace to keep cool.

[@numbie3527]

oh.. That's very true about the bus lane.

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hope they can allow motorcyclists to use the bus lane 🥲

[@hadishim4706]

Googled mt09 gen3 some commented on the recall, and the integrity of the chassis, any thoughts? So far, All good on ur bike?

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hi there, It's been a year since I got my MT09 Sp from the authorised dealer, and I haven't received any recall notices yet. However, I'm aware of recalls regarding ECU programming and O2 sensor connector problems. Thankfully, my bike seems to be fine. As for the frame part, I've taken precautions by installing frame sliders and crash bars to protect against any potential frame issues.

[@hadishim4706]

@@asphaltadventure448 awesome, i'll be wainting for the 2024 vr, hopefully coming to our shores soon~ ride safe bro!

[@b-reel]

Am learning class 2A now. What’s your opinion, upgrade to MT-03 or just hang in there for the MT-09? Thanks!

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hey there, you might want to consider waiting and upgrading to the MT09. It makes more financial sense in the long run. However, the transition from Class 2b to Class 2 is quite significant. If you're up for it, though, go ahead and grab the MT03 first. It's a blast to ride!

[@b-reel]

@@asphaltadventure448 Thank you very much for your reply and valued opinion. Another consideration would be the CB400X as a consideration, only Japanese brand bikes for now. What's your take on it? Currently riding the "baby-iest" of the MT lines.. . Thank you very much again.

[@TheSunMoon]

​@@b-reel I passed 2A in July 2024, and upgraded from a 2nd-hand and problematic CB190X to a new 2023 CB400X, while the COE is relatively "low" in recent years. Because I feel like it's enough for me and kinda my "endgame" bike for the time being 😂 I'd love to ride a Tracer 9GT or CFMoto 800MT or even a used GSA1250 as my true endgame bike, but that's for another life 😂

[@b-reel]

@@TheSunMoon Got my 2A but sitting it out for the CL2..... I was thiking of the CB400X new, but it's almost closely priced to the ZX-4RR but CB400X is made in Japan

[@didimotorvblog]

So lane splitting is also legal in Singapore :)

[@asphaltadventure448]

That’s right, it’s legal in Singapore! 😅

[@hanturaja]

For the topic on insurance i think it depends on how much your bike costs, for yourself you're riding an almost new mt09 my advice is stick with comp. If anything were to happen, insurance covers both your bike & the third party. For myself as i ride a 15yo fz6 which i bought for cheap, i'm using third party. If anything were to happen i'm comfortable scrapping the bike.

[@asphaltadventure448]

That's a good point about insurance. It really does depend on the value of the bike. I will continue to stick with the comprehensive insurance 😄

[@scootzup8180]

My normal route to office is BKE and PIE.. tell you it is the worst everyday 😂.. thats where you use your lane spliting skills to the max

[@asphaltadventure448]

Hahaha true that 😂 lane splitting in PIE rush hour feels like version of Whac-A-Mole with cars and motorcycle popping up from every angle!

[@hafiz7058]

You will also occasionally see the rider that jam brake while lane splitting because not confident 😅 Stay safe!

[@asphaltadventure448]

True that! it’s getting scarier these days 😅

[@imkaytyt]

nice ride mate! how's the fuel consumption like on your mt09? 😅

[@asphaltadventure448]

Thanks bro, with a full tank of 14 liters, I can cover around 250 kilometers (conservative riding)

[@imkaytyt]

@@asphaltadventure448 cool! btw, i lodged a case on the one service app for that particular traffic light junction. I did so for a traffic light near my house and they fixed it within a couple of days, let's see if they do the same for the one at upp bukit timah 😃

[@Chilblain91]

Your mt09 looks awfully familiar and similar to one I see at my Senja Valley MSCP…

[@asphaltadventure448]

Actually, I also live nearby, in the Bukit Panjang area! 😃

[@Chilblain91]

@@asphaltadventure448 always recognise that Cashew-Bukit Timah stretch haha. What made you pick the MT09 over the other 900 options like the XSR900?

[@asphaltadventure448]

Oh yeah hahaha! I always rely on that stretch to get to work. By the way, what bike do you ride bro? The XSR900 is undeniably a fantastic bike with sleek looks. However, after test riding both the MT09 SP and XSR900, I personally find MT09 SP offers nimble handling and a more comfortable seating posture.

[@phyopt9164]

@@asphaltadventure448 Hi, how do you get test ride? which shop should I try to get test ride? going to class 2 first time.

[@edwintay8654]

🔥🔥

[@CIPI-pn5hk]

thought my office commute was bad but yours is much worse god damn

[@asphaltadventure448]

Thanks, it’s definitely a challenge! Fortunately, I only work in the office three days a week 😅