Benelli Keeway TX200 Ride To Bukit Tinngi.

When on a ride to Bukit Tinggi. It was a Sunday morning, meeting up point is the same BPH fuel station immediately after the Karak Toll, 7.30 am. As it was a Sunday, the meeting point was a bit crowed. High powered cars, motorbikes & even bicycle. There were at least 10 groups of motorbikes. Couldn't manage to take some photos as my buddy arrived and was already waiting for me. Striaght to Karak for Dim Sum breakfast.

Riding to Karak was at a leisure pace, long up & down hill curve. Traffic was light in the morning except for some high powered sports car, a couple of Porsche Panamera whooshing by. There were quite a numbers of bikes too, mostly racing bikes. Was only traveling at 100 m/h as my buddy shall wait for me at the Karak exit. On the up hill curve, over taking, had to kick down up to 2 gears down. Up hill climb wasn't too taxing as was riding at a leisure mode and with the morning cool air, was rather enjoyable.

Saw some farms coming up at Janda Baik. I guess this could be a good location for high value farming as it's rather close to the city. Also there are lots of weekend tourist here.

There were quite a numbers of Dim Sum shop in Karak. It had been ages since I came here. I guess it's being by-passed by the highway. 2 more buddy joined us, both Kawasakis, a ZX 6-R and a Z800. As usual, had a long chat on bikes, ridding buddies, riding adventure & etc.

After the long chat, we fueled up at Karak, our 2 buddies went off. We continued our ride to Bukit Tinggi. I find that there are lots of section of the highway which is not smooth and with traces of oil.

Right up to Bukit Tinggi was fun as there were practically no traffic. There were also minimum bumps, unlike Genting. There were only 1 curve that has traces of sand. Entrance fee was $12.00 per person.

Our first stop was Japanese Village.

Second stop is the French Village.

As we were still full with the morning's Dim Sum, decided to meet up at McDonald's Genting Sampah on our way back.

Had a light snack and another chat about today's adventure.

Called it a day at about 2.00 pm. Made our farewell and parted our ways. Riding back was down hill and was rather hot. I tried 120 km/h, but didn't like it as the vibration was higher. More comfortable with 100 ~ 110 km/h. Need to arrange my bike for a service before the next ride.

Benelli Keeway TX200, Ride To Betong.

Took my Benelli Keeway TX 200 for a spin as it had been lying by the tree since my ride to Genting Highland. The drive chain had started to rust. Lubed the chain a night before. Even the bees had built a nest on my front wheel. Hope they won't sting me. Fueled up and started off at 10.30 am. Traffic in the city was rather heavy.

Kuala Lumpur to Betong is approximately 425 km. Having no fuel gauge, I reckon I shall do 3 fuel stop. The Benelli has a range of approximately 200 km per tank full. Shall refuel at Tapah, Kuala Kangsar and just before we cross the border. Being a small bike, I shall stop and rest (myself & the bike) more frequently.

The North South highway is a bit crowded that day due to the school holidays. I cruised mostly  at 80 to 100 km/h on the inner lane, with an occasional 110 km/h. I feel that the bike cruise best at this range, for fuel economy as well as least vibration. With the oil cooler, I'm confident that it can cruise all day. A couple of the R&R with petrol station were under renovation that day. Made  stop at Tangjung Malim as my buttock has started to feel un-comfy. Arrived at Simpang Pulai at about 1.00 pm. Was suppose to meet another biker at Ipoh for lunch, but then change of plan. Was asked to meet up at R&R Sungai Perak (S), before exiting to Kuala Kangsar.

The highway after Ipoh, Jelepang has an incline, traffic was rather heavy, with lots of buses & truck. There is a view point, but there wasn't anything to see. Must be due to the haze. Squeezing through buses & truck, I can feel the bike wobbling, due to the side stream (air). This was rather unsettling. This also happens when a bus overtakes me.

Arrived at R&R Sungai Perak (S) at about 3.15 pm. I felt the engine a bit hot. Waited for my friend and he finally showed up at about close to 4.00 pm. My friend was looking for RON 97 fuel, which was not available. Me I just use RON 95. 7 km later, we exited the highway. By passed Kuala Kangsar and headed for Gerik, via Lenggong. This is the smaller trunk road and traffic was light. I maintain my cruising speed of 80 ~ 100 km/h. The stretch from KK to Gerik is about 80 km. The stretch from Gerik to Pengkalan Hulu, watch out for Kampung Pahit. As most of the bends are light & smooth, there is a sudden bend to align to the bridge. It's not a tight bend, but it did surprised me, so much that I under-steered.

We arrived at the border at about 6.00 pm. Stopped for refueling as it's pricier in Thailand. Fuel so far were $3.60, $16.40, $17.60 & $6.70. There ar a couple of check points. Exiting Malaysia was a breeze. Entering Thailand, we need to go through immigration and declare our motorcycles. a convenient fee of $2 for filling up form, $3 immigration and $2 for bike declaration, quicken the process. As it's a Monday and 6.00 in the evening, there's only us.

After the immigration, to the town of Betong, the road & bends has lots of sand/ clay which is slippery for motorcycles. A caution ride is needed.

Betong is a small town and isn't many thing to do.
Buddahadhiwat Temple,

is located on a hill top over looking Betong. In the town there is a big letter box, clock tower and the Mongkolrit Tunnel. We stayed at the other side of town, hense we use the Mongkolrit Tunnel frequently.

Betong Hot spring.

I tried the water at the lake, it's not hot, just warm. We sat there and enjoy the scenery. There is only 2 swimmers around. Further down is the Winter Flower Garden.

It's up hill most of the way. Caution as these roads are no maintained. Again, sands and loose pebbles along the way. Sudden I can feel the cool breeze as we are high up in the mountain. We stop for a drink and a quick look see. We then proceed further to the Piyamit Tunnel. It's a loop, Hot Spring to Piyamit direct or via Winter Flower Garden.

The section from Winter Flower Garden to Piyamit Tunnel is mostly down hill (high gradient), narrow road with tight / twisty and high gradient bends. Caution as some parts of the road where covered with dropped rubber tree leafs. A couple of bends with slight loose gravel and sand. I took a relax ride, enjoying the scenery and cool weather.

I find that this is the best section on this ride. Betong, Winter Flower Garden to Piyamit Tunnel.

We spent 2 nights in Betong. Went for massage at $25 per hour. Had some nice food and hang around. I slept early on the second night as I'm rolling off first thing in the morning alone.

Started off at 7.30 am (Thai). Went through custom. $2 for stamping. Do remember to sign & return the motorcycle declaration for, otherwise you'll get blacklisted on future entry and fine Thai Bath 2,000. Fuel up after the border $6.70.

Arrived at R&R Sungai Perak (N) at about 11.00 am. Re fuel 17.60. Rest for a while as was feeling fatigue. Bike was also rather hot. Had a snack, sandwich as was too hot to take a meal.

Took a detour at Simpang Pulai as I want to to visit the Agro Mall that I saw on the highway. It's about 4 km from Simpang Pulai Exit. It wasn't what I though it to be. Took the old trunk road and re-enter the highway after Gopeng. Stopped for fuel at Tapah. Took another rest at Tanjung Malim as feeling fatigue again. Reached home at 3.30 pm. Eight hours' ride.

This ride, total about 950 km. Where should I ride next? Hat Yai? Golok?

Benelli Keeway TX200, Ride To Genting Highlands.

Benelli TX200 on a less traveled road.

After a ride to Fraser's Hill, my CBR friend wasn't very happy. Had already made arrangement to ride up Genting Highlands on the Fraser Hill ride itself. Received a call from him 9.30 am and requested to meet at 10.30 at MRR2 Safari. I got myself prepare, my motorcycle riding gear and waited for him. Got a call from my friend, says he shall be late, so I change the meeting place to the Shell station just before we enter Karak highway. Started off slowly. When I arrived, surprise, I saw 2 shell station side by side. I choose the second station, since there is a 7/11. Bad choice. I did a fill up on the TX 200, the pump did not stop automatically, over spilled petrol all over the tank. RM$ 9.30 (RON 95, no fill up from prevoiuse Fraser ride). Had to clean up with clean water, but the smell is still there. Check out the tire pressure, then went for a drink and an ice cream.

Benelli, cool air, clear sky.

My CBR friend arrived at 11.00 am and off we go. He fill up after the karak highway toll. There is a BPH station with a Oldtown White Coffee outlet. I guess this should be a better meeting point. Shall meet here on any Eastern ride.

Bamboo Orchid with Benelli TX200.

Riding on MRR2 and Karak highway was a breeze. Gear 4 & 5 cruising at 90 ~ 100 km/h. On an up hill over taking, lots of heavy truck/buses, I dropped it to 3rd. Most of the road are wide, but traffic is rather heavy.

Benelli, abandon mill.

We took the bypass before the tunnel. Going up to Genting, road are wide, long sweep, uneven (certain section). There were also lots of traffic, some high power cars, taking fast long sweep corners. I couldn't maximize the the corners and have to bank on keeping much to "my" lane. Being inexperience on the Benelli TX200 I just couldn't find the correct gear. 1st being too tall, no speed. 2 & 3, not enough torque to power out of corner. Was struggling. My CBR friend was having a good time. Having plenty of torque, he can maximize the corner, taking the outer lane, bank in, then powering out. Upon reaching the mid section, it's some down hill, here the TX 200 perform better as it has sufficient torque to power out of the corners. The 2nd up hill section, I had the same problem again but it's getting better, still wrong gear most of the time, also am worrying about those fast cars. Today it's rather cold, but no fog.

Keeway Benelli.

Stayed for a while. Couldn't find a good spot to park and have a drink. We made arrangement to lunch at Gotong Jaya. It rained and we chat for a while. Met up with a Singaporean motorcyclist, BMW GS 1200. Riding Singapore, Genting Highlands, Malacca, Singapore. We exchange Motorcycle stories, compared bike / motorcycle parts prices...... Our new friend left when the rain got lighter as he was in full (rain) gear. We stayed until the rain stopped. Eating in Gotong Jaya is rather pricey, maybe it's tourist's price or Big Biker's price. A fried Fresh Prawn Mee (very big prawn) for 2 person, with Chinese tea cost us RM$ 63.00.

Started off the down hill ride very slow as the road was wet. It was much better, but there are just too many speed breaker for motorcycle. It's before and after all corners. Some even have double speed breakers. It's still ok being a light bike, I can maneuver over those. I wonder how my friend handle those speed breakers. Had to slow down to even 1st gear. Stand on the foot peg ease going over the speed breaker.

My CBR friend over took me on a straight and off he went. Met up with him when he slowed down along the Karak highway and signal that he's going off. He then speed off. It was so hot after the cool weather at Genting. Riding home was hot, as it's going down hill to the Klang valley. I tried 110 km/h, there wasn't much vibration (downhill). I rode home using MRR2, traffic were extremely heavy. Stopped at Petron (MRR2) did a fill up, slowly as I don't want it to spill again. RM$8.30 (RON 95). Home I went.

Riding up to Fraser's Hill Benelli Keeway TX 200 & Honda CBR1000rr.

Took a joy ride to Fraser's Hill with a friend. Started off after meeting up at R&R Jejantas Sg. Buloh. Fill up our tank. Pump up the tires, 210 kpa front & 200 kpa rear. My friend says he knows the way, so he lead. We head up the North South Highway. As he was leading, I just followed. Traffic was heavy as it's a Saturday, plus school holidays. I ride on a relax mode, cruising at 100 Km on the highway, and 60 ~ 90 Km on the trunk road. When we stopped at a traffic junction, I check with him why are we taking a detour. He said, heavy jam at Rawang, need to avoid. Anyway, we reach Kuala Kubu Baru, did a refill as was told there are no petrol station in Fraser.

Had a short stop to chat after Kuala Kubu Baru. It's refreshing after Highway & trunk roads. After KKB, it's B & C roads. There is a water catchment, Paretak Dam, with a few scenic stop points. As this is a riding trip, I didn't stop. Maybe on my next solo trip I shall. After passing the dam, the road got narrower, C road. I started to experiment with the TX200. Playing with the gears. For flat road, the gears are well spaced for a relax rid. Doing 60 to 90, no stress to the bike.

After a while, my friend start to lag behind. I overtook him. The road got narrower and twistier. Road surface is also bad, uneven, small pot holes and sandy corner. Being a light weight bike it's easy to maneuver and avoid those. I had a fright hitting Chilling Waterfall. It was a sharp left bender, a narrow old bridge, the suddenly lots of vehicles parked by the road side and plenty people (Saturday & School holidays). Stopped for a moment to regain my composure. My friend then over took me. I played chase up for a while, then over took him again. The road is getting twistier, fun is beginning. Was having some difficulty maneuvering the bend. This is when I decide to switch my riding pasture, from relaxing to aggressive motard style. Sat nearer to the fuel tank, crank up my arms (crab style) and stand pushing the handle bar on the corner. It was a great feeling, taking on endless bends. These bends can even scrap my toes. Also be caution on the right hander. It's quite easy to scrape the rear break when you corner and brake. It's so pleasurable.

Had another stop just as we climb the Fraser Hill. Another short chat. My friend says he is struggling with the CBR1000rr. Being a heavy bike, narrow C roads, short sharp corner, uneven corners and unfamiliar road. Starting here it's a one way street, all vehicles in 1 direction. I guess we were early and we're the only bikers. We make arrangement to meet up at Fraser and ask me not to wait for him. Again the climb is extremely "funtastic" Sharp short  uphill bend. Shifting between Gear 2 & 3 offers the best ride. Down shift to 1st gear made the TX200 skid at the rear, accelerating out of a corner is too slow & stressful. Met a couple of cars going up along the way, all of them were very "gentlemenly", give way for me to overtake even on sharp corners. I guess they must had seen me having so much fun enjoying the ride. My mind was already thinking, how would a KTM 390 feel on this uphill road? Felt that the climb is just too short, reached Fraser's Hill. Park and waited for my friend. Had a short chat, my friend insisted his bike is not suitable for this trip. it's so tiring for him and the bike. Him hands are trembling, due to the weight of his body (sport position), also very tiring negotiating the slow sharp corners. The temperature of the bike is also high, the twin cooling fan was blowing fanatically even is parking. The Benelli on the other hand was just fine, not hot as there is an oil cooler. The my friend pointed out the exhaust cover.  

One screw had dropped off and the other screw is loose, about to drop. Thank goodness it's still holding the cover. Tried to find the tools and didn't know how to open the seat. Finally found a small tool box tuck on the left rear mudguard. Tighten the screw just to hold it temporary. Need to find a screw when I'm back in KL. My friend suggested stainless steel screws.

Went for lunch at the golf club, they had it rented out to a malay restaurant. It was self service. Had rice and chicken, with a couple of vege. 2 Pesi Cola to go with. Amount to RM$ 18.00. As we were having lunch, other bikes started to roll in.

This Versys has a gear lever "socks" installed. It's a rubber based sock, covering the gear lever, non marring, so as not to leave a mark on your shoes.

This Honda VFR 12000 really caught my eye. Check out the exhaust, it's so sexy. Single swing arm, shaft driven.

Going down hill, the road started as a 2 way street, until we reached a school. After that, it's 1 way street. Met a couple of vehicles along the way, again they make way for me. I played with 2nd, 3rd gears, slipping the clutch, brakes front and rear. It was so exciting. Sound of the blabbering exhaust of Leo Vince Cobra was ecstatic  Made me feel that I'm young again (ahem), thinking of my teens. Return trip is also fun, motard style. I started to enter and exit corners at a higher speed and higher angle as my confidence is back. Wishful thinking, a gear indicator and a tachometer should be nice. Again wondering how a KTM Duke 390 would fare on this trip. Slowed down to a relax ride after I reach Chilling Waterfall. My friend caught up, we ride together. When we reach Paretak Dam my friend signal that he'll ride off. I signal back that I'll need to refill up front. Off he rode went.

Met him again at KKB Petronas. Told me that he's riding off home, so we said goodbye. It was a boring ride back to KL for me. Made my way via the old road and hit the highway at Bukit Beruntung.

I stopped by a motorshop at Pudu to look for the screw. Couldn't find 1 that fit. Went to another shop, managed to find an old screw. Doesn't matter, screw it up 1st as it's almost 5 in the evening.

When to Jalan Loke Yew, Asia Bolts & Nuts bought the sample. Got 2 sets of stainless steel with spring washer, RM$1.50. No more rust.

Hope to go riding again soon. Oh yeah, just received a call from my friend, this time Genting Highlands.

Shipping Benelli Keeway TX200 From Kuala Lumpur To Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

As my intention was to ship the newly acquired bike to Sabah. I try searching for a cheap shipper. Air freight should be quite costly and most probably not within my budget. hence  sea freight it shall be.

Trying to ship Benelli TX200 to Sabah.

Contacted MDM Shipping Agency Sdn. Bhd. Got a quote.
1) Transportation - pickup by lorry - within KL/Selangor - RM 300.00

2) Shipping by container - 1 unit Keeway Tx200 - RM 1,300.00
including customs clearance, forwarding, documentation, handling and ocean freight to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

3) Transportation - delivery by lorry - within Kota Kinabalu - RM 300.00 

This adds up to $2,200 not including insurance. I feel this is too much (for me) and is totally out of my budget. I was figuring that it's within $600 ~ $800. I inquired if there is a cheaper means. Shipping a superbike, they are charging $1,800.

I search further, then finally found  Amber Freight Management Sdn Bhd. They asked for the dimension, which was in the brochure.
Dry weight 135 Kg
Overall Length 2090 mm
Overall Wight 830 mm
Overall Height 1140 mm (I forgot about the box).
I was quoted approximately $650. 
This include crating and insurance is approximately $25.00
Condition is that I have to deliver the bike to their warehouse in 3 1/2 mile Jalan Kapar, Klang. Their shipment is on batch. The bike shall be left at their warehouse until they have 5 units of motorcycle then they shall ship. Could not estimate the time frame.
  Documents required:
1) Copy of owner's IC
2) Copy of Registration Card / Original if no loan.
3) Release/Consent Letter from Bank/Shop (if under loan).

I was initial planning that if I could get the bike over before December, then I shall use it to tour Sabah. On December I do not have any scheduled traveling. With no time frame, maybe I shall have to put this off for the time being until after March 2014. I shall most probably use the bike in Peninsular for the time being. I may have some time during Feb ~ March 2014.

In the meantime, joined the Keeway TX200 club and hope to enjoy the bike with fellow riders. 

Benelli Keeway TX200 1st Ride

Had time to test out the bike today. Took out my old riding gear. A jacket, glove and a full face helmet.

Took out the glove & jacket from the closet.

As I got no where to go, just make a trip to Kampung Jawa, Klang, to meet up with a friend, whom had got a superbike a few months back. Put on my gear and started off, full of enthusiasm. Maybe I was a little bit over excited. Was traveling about 110 Km/h, most outer lane at the MRR2 near the Bandar Tasik Selatan under pass, suddenly all the front vehicles made an emergency stop, I immediately slammed on the brake rear and pressed the front brake. The Keeway TX200 when into a rear end wobble and I don't think I can stop in time. I then realized the it went into a wobble as the rear is too light and I had apply too much braking pressure on the rear. Thank goodness that the wobble was controllable by releasing the rear brake and re-applying again at a lower pressure. I manage to slow down slightly but still can not stop in time. I then made a slip through the space between the front car and the side barricade. Thank goodness again that there was sufficient space. Quite a number of vehicles stopped completely. It was a near miss for me. I was so grateful that I no mishap happened.

I immediately went to the left most lane and lowered my speed. I rode at 80 Km/h after that. After the toll plaza at Shah Alam Highway, I turned into the motorcycle lane. It was narrow and twisty. Met a couple of bikes that I passed. I can see quite a number of motorcyclist using the highway, and not turning into the motorcycle lane. I then realized that there wasn't much road signs on the motorcycle lane. Some under pass tunnels were really narrow and low. A sudden change in lighting condition also made it dangerous. Lots of speed breaker bums. I then saw the speed limit is like 40 Km/h and when it approach twisty turns or tunnel, speed limit is suppose to be 20 Km/h. No wonder, I was doing 80 ~ 90 Km/h. Now I know why those motorist are not using the motorcyclist lane. There were a couple of detours on the lane too that was a bit bad.

Keeway TX200, R&R Shah Alam.

I find the TX200 is a light bike (on the move) and easy to handle. Riding height is good for front viewing. I'm 168 cm and just manage to plant my feet on the ground. It comes with disc brakes, front & back. It's shroud with Pirelli tires. Riding position is straight up, being a motard styled bike. All the control switches are in the normal position.

Basic specification
Keeway TX200G Dual Purpose (engineered by Benelli)
Engine: 200cc single cylinder, 4-stroke, 2-valve, carburetor, OHV oil-cooled
Bore and stroke: 63.5 x 63.2 mm
Compression ratio: 8.3:1
Max power: 9.5 kW @ 7,500 rpm
Max torque: 13.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed wet clutch
Tyres: Pirelli
Lubricant: Petronas Syntium Moto

Traveling at 110 ~ 120 Km/h the engine noise is high (for my liking). With the Leo Vince Cobra exhaust, it mask the engine sound which I feel is pretty nice. I find that cruising at 80 ~ 100 Km/h is more relax and can be done all day long with the oil cooler cooling the engine. Vibration is minimum at this speed both from the engine and handle bar. Stopping power is good, as per my miss. For the price range I feel this is value for money. This bike is adequate for suburb and city riding. It's not about speed, but the convenience of a two wheeler in avoiding traffic jams. Power wise is a bit sedated. Just drop a gear or so to bring up the power. Gear changing is smooth on the go. Once stopped, it take some time to locate the Neutral.

The mod done by Andy, the previous owner. Leo Vince Cobra, I love it. It add style to the already handsome bike. The exhaust sound is terrific. Not too loud, and solid. I love it best when I kick down a gear, going down slope, with the throttle closed. I shall try to make a sound recording when I find the time. Check out the horn, very solid bass, twin horn. Used it a couple of times. I even horn it a couple of times when the lane was empty, just for fun. The hand guard, well it's nice and solid but I saw some with L.E.D. lights which maybe nicer. Finally I had use for the rear luggage box. eep my glove and jacket while we had tea. I tried but it can't fit my full face helmet. Am still have trouble learning to lock / un-lock the box. The netted seat cover, keeps my pants from getting wet and cool.

Things that I find lacking are
1) Fuel gauge
2) Small fuel tank
3) Tachometer
4) Head lamp not bright enough for my liking.

My other wise list for this bike (which I don't think can be done being a budget bike)
1) ABS
2) Keyless
3) H.I.D. head lamp
4) Hydraulic clutch
5) Wider tires
6) Liquid cooled
Dreaming on...

Shall be having some fun time with this bike. Most probably go on a longer trip when time permits. I read that the Thai model has fuel gauge. Maybe I can ride over and have it mod there. In the mean time I shall have to brush up my rusty riding skill and have it suited to riding motard style. I shall write more as I use the bike because I find that there are far too few review for this particular bike in Malaysia.

 

Have Bike Shall Travel.

My interest in motorcycle had been with me since my younger days. Maybe I was watching too much movies and subscribed to the American dream of ridding off to the sunset.

My dream bike.

During my younger days, I had owned bikes like Suzuki TS 100 and that was during my schooling days.

Pic source from BikePics.com. This is the exact model that I had owned.

My next bike was a Yamaha RXK 135. This was during my college days.

Pic source from ChaosAds. This is the exact model that I had owned.

I then graduated to a bigger bike a Suzuki GS500. My bike was a red color one. I bought this bike as there was a promotion going on and it was within my budget. That was when I got my B Full license.

After this Suzuki GS 500, there was a very long lapse as I had graduated to cars. It was back in 2010 that I had time to ride again. Went on a trip to Sabah with a friend and we rented 2 bikes from Go go Sabah

These were the Kawasaki KLX 150. We spent close to a week on these bikes and tour the northern part of Sabah. After this trip the bug really got to me and I went to Thailand to ride. I flew in and rented bikes in places like Chiang Mai, Krabi & Phuket. As those are rented bikes, I got to test quite a number of bikes. There was one time in Chiang Mai that I change a bike every two days. It was fun. Roads in Northern Thailand were fantastic. 

Some of the smaller bikes that I had rented.

Had tested scooters, kapchai, sport bikes and motards.
I had always like naked bikes, I prefer these as the engine can be view easily, which is the heart of the bike. As I had the ambition of going touring, I plan to acquire a bike that is durable and affordable and most probably not more than 750 cc. I started to look into bikes like Kawasaki Versys 650, Kawasaki ER650-N and Aprilia Shiver. I then hope to start saving for a bike. Then reality check in, I can't afford any of these yet, even on a used unit. I then down graded to look into lower end models and still it's not within my present budget.

I then worked the other way, work from my budget. I am only willing to spend about 6K at the moment. With a limited budget I can only go for a used unit. In order to maximize my budget and I prefer higher cc bikes over kachais. I shortlisted the 200 cc range. I then decided on the motard version as my intermediate plan is to use this bike here in Peninsular then ship this bike over to Sabah, to complete my tour of Sabah. I think I can also put on off road tires and travel the whole of Sabah even on the un-paved roads. I may then do a trip to Brunei & Sarawak.

Was searching via Mudah.com, one of my favorite website and found a Keeway Benelli TX 200. Was contemplating over the Keeway Benelli TX 200 and the Keeway Benelli RKV 200. It's a used unit, 6 months old. The owner Andy had done up the bike. I then found the blog of the owner as I was searching for review of this model in Malaysia and there was really little. Since the owner is a biker & a blogger I immediately decided to get this bike. I like most of the mod done by Andy. The mod liked most is The LeoVince Cobra. The mod the I like least is the rear box. I shall most probably do more mods to it. I would like to install LED spot light, brighter for night & foggy traveling in Sabah, hydraulic clutch set, to replace the cable type, improve the suspension, a set of off road rims & tires. 

What I've Bought.
Keeway Benelli TX 200.
Download TX 200 digital brochure.

We met up at the Wangsa Maju JPJ and the transfer went on smoothly. Cost was $6 K for the bike,$349 for a year of insurance (insured for 6K) and $3 for the transfer. Total $6, 352.00. We then went over to collect the bike.

The Bike before collection.

Bike is parked in a covered car park. We did a quick check over the bike. The Pirrelli tires are still pretty new.

Heavy rain at Jalan Cheras.

Decided to park at the covered walk way as the initial stop under the overhead bridge is rather dangerous.

On the way home, it started to rain, I pressed on but unfortunately I couldn't make it home. I reached Jalan Cheras, Badminton Court and couldn't carry on. Stopped at the overhead bridge. After which I feel that it was too dangerous. I moved further up to the covered walk way and waited. Aftet more than 20 minutes and the rain got lighter, I moved on as it's just about 3 Km more. I reach home totally wet. I only realized that with a high front mud guard, water splash is tremendous over the lower part.

As I'm leaving to my farm in a couple of days, shall leave it here until my next visit end November. Already looking forward to it. Once my wife's health had been restored, I shall start on a short trip. So excited over this. It's like receiving an early birthday present.