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Taste Tests

Taste Test: 2018 BMW S1000 RR [K46]

It was November 2017, on a sunny day in Long Beach, California. I’m about to ride one of the best Super-Sport bikes…ever!

This is the first-generation BMW S1000 RR, the much-loved crotch-rocket in the riding community!

With its critically-acclaimed dynamics, balance, power, and ferociousness; of course, I was intimidated!

After riding the S1000 XR ADV-Sport & S1000 R Hyper-Naked, I am really looking forward to facing the final boss!!! LoL

At the time of recording, I have only ridden the 2008 Honda CBR600RR & the 2017 Yamaha YZF-R1 (base). Being bike-less and lacking in experience, yes, I was a bit scared!!!

At this time in 2017, I was not that proficient at riding sportbikes as I am today. I regret that I was not able to edit nor upload this video any earlier, I was supposed to save this as one of my highlights in my riding experience.

But after watching the raw footage, it took me awhile on how will I approach this.

 

2018 BMW S1000 RR Price (when new):

United States = USD15,700 (+tax & license)

Philippines = PHP1,400,000 [100% import tax inc.] (+license & fees)

 

Event:

– Long Beach International Motorcycle Show (2017)

https://www.motorcycleshows.com/longbeach

 

Host Manufacturer:

– BMW Motorcycles North America

https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/en/home.html

https://www.facebook.com/BMWMotorradUSA/

@BMWMotorradUSA

 

-BMW Motorrad AG

https://www.bmw-motorrad.com/en/home.html

https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/brands-and-services/bmw-motorrad.html

 

Dealer/Distributor (PHI):

– BMW Motorrad Philippines [RSA motors] (Quezon City, NCR)

https://bmwmotorrad.com.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/pg/BMWMotorradPhilippines/

@BMWMotorradPhilippines

 

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Taste Tests

Taste Test: 2019 Triumph Street Triple RS 765

Things can’t get any much better than this, Triumph has stepped up the game in the ‘Super Naked’ genre by introducing the 765 Triple engine on its Street Triple line back in 2017!

Back then, it was a masterclass of a motorcycle! Making the newly updated (at the time) Yamaha MT-09 back on its drawing board. And making other models took notice right away!

Having ridden the previous-generation 2016 Street Triple R 675 (no video) and the more ferocious 2019 Speed Triple RS 1050 (https://youtu.be/SnaT7mZv7Fs), I had high hopes for this model!

For this is the last model year of the 2017-version, I took the opportunity to ‘Taste Test’ this much-anticipated model before the updated 2020-version ‘squinty’ model comes out. My expectations for this 765 is very high, I couldn’t contain my excitement!

This will also showcase the 765s ability to handle one of the worst cities to drive/ride in the world according to Waze: Metro Manila, Philippines. This will be stupid fun!

 

Host Dealer/Distributor (PHI):

– Triumph Motorcycles Philippines (San Juan City, Metro Manila)

https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com.ph/

https://www.autohubgroup.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TriumphMotorcyclesPhilippines/

 

Manufacturer:

– Triumph Motorcycles Limited (Global/USA)

https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TriumphMotorcyclesGlobal/

 

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Bite Tests

Bite Test: 2020 Voge 500DS

In the middle-weight Adventure bike class, it can be split-up into 3 categories: 400cc-500cc | 550cc-700cc | 750cc-900cc.

This unit right here is a Philippine-market prototype. Motorstar Philippines is currently conducting a test market phase for its viability of the Voge brand in the country. America!

Of the ever-growing 500cc segment you can add this Voge 500DS! As of this upload, the 500DS has been in both Europe and China for a while now. And as the Loncin DS7 in South America!

This unit right here is a Philippine-market prototype. Motorstar Philippines is currently conducting a test market phase for its viability of the Voge brand in the country.

The 500DS is the middle child of the Voge/Loncin line along with the smaller 300DS/DS6 (LX300-6D) and the bigger 650DS/DS8 (LX650-2). How will this bike perform in my very short time?

[NOT YET AVAILABLE IN THE PHILIPPINES (at the time of recording)]

[NOT AVAILABLE IN NORTH AMERICA]

 

Event:

– CHAMMP Riders’ Day Out

https://www.facebook.com/Chammp-113695136675055/

 

Manufacturer:

– Voge Motorcycles [Loncin Motorcycles]

http://www.chinavoge.com/

https://www.facebook.com/vogemotor/

https://www.loncinindustries.com/en/motocycle/Index.aspx

https://www.facebook.com/Loncinofficial/

 

Host Dealer / Distributor:

– Voge Motorcycle Philippines

https://www.facebook.com/Voge-Motorcycle-Philippines-102736525049302

 

– Motorstar Philippines (Nationwide)

http://www.motorstar.com.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/Motorstar-281557838883573/

 

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Taste Tests

Taste Test: 2020 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650

What happens if you’re stuck in the middle? If a 400-500cc felt a bit too small, while an 800-900cc seems like a death wish. Many riders agree that the 650cc is the goldilocks in the bike class. But you also dislike new tech?

One humble Indian motorcycle manufacturer with British roots went in a bang with an updated 650 Twins from Royal Enfield! This is Continental GT, the sportier of the two (the other is the standard Interceptor).

While the 650cc class is a highly competitive segment, this Conti sets apart from its peers by offering simple and organic motoring. With an air-cooled twin-cylinder engine, the lack of modern touches like traction control, ride modes, and even a gear indicator! Tailored to people who want a pure analog experience without the headache.

Will this Conti woo me into this type of motorcycle? It sure does look nice in its Snow Queen color!

 

Host Manufacturer/Distributor:

– Royal Enfield Philippines

https://royalenfieldph.weebly.com/

https://www.facebook.com/RoyalEnfieldPhilippines/

 

Manufacturer/Distributor (USA):

– Royal Enfield USA

https://www.royalenfield.com/us/en/home/

 

Host Dealer/Shop (PHI):

– RideTech Moto (Pasig City, NCR)

https://www.facebook.com/RideTech-Moto-348750032478314/

 

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BLOOPZ!

BLOOPZ! Bloopers, Out Takes, & Impressions Inside The Levdeo i3

Welcome to BLOOPZ! It’s a different kind of video I made outside the confines of my usual Bite, Tate, my upcoming Snack & Buffet tests!

This is full of out-takes, impressions, and some comedy takes from my usual videos! Have fun!

 

Host Dealer / Distributor:

– Auto Hub Group (San Juan City, NCR, Philippines)

https://www.autohubgroup.com/

https://www.facebook.com/autohubgroup

https://www.facebook.com/Philippines-Levdeo-Electric-Car

 

Guest:

Chine Reyes [Assist. Admin for Sales & Marketing, Triumph Motorcycles Philippines]

https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/TriumphMotorcyclesPhilippines

https://www.facebook.com/chnrys10/