Ride Report #13: Container art run

The group organised a ride to visit the container art which was placed around the state of Penang as part of the attraction to the state. This was organised by The Penang International Container Art Festival (PICAF) and the containers were place in 5 different locations. There are 2 in the mainland and 3 on the island. There are stories behind each art which can be read here.

The plan was to tackle the ones on the mainland first before heading back to the island and incorporate a round island ride as well. The Penang riders were gathered at the usual Caltex petrol stop before heading off to the next stop which is a lay-by after the bridge for a regroup before heading off to the breakfast stop.

Route discussion before kick stand up

 

Aprilia RS 660: First Ride Impression

Recently Sheng Fatt organised a Aprilia demo day for their new RS 600 and Tuono 1100. Since this was one of the most awaited bike to test ride we had to make an appointment in advance to get our names in the waiting list. I did not put my name in for a test ride as I have a fear of riding sport bike due to their ridiculously fast acceleration power.

The demo day was scheduled over the weekend starting on Friday and ending on Sunday. As expected there was a huge waiting list and the weekends are booked. I accompanied a riding buddy of mine as he was interested in getting a Tuono 1100 as his next bike. We managed to get an appointment on Friday at about 1100hrs. Upon arriving at the shop, there was a huge crowd and both bikes are there ready and waiting.

There is a purchased RS 660 bike on display

Tuono 1100 (front) and RS 660 demo unit (back)

CFMoto 250 SR: First Ride Impression

A colleague of mine recently traded in his current motorcycle for a CFMoto 250. His original plan was to get the Patagonian Eagle 250 cruiser but because the bike requires a long lead time, he opted for this instead.