It has been a while since I last updated this space. A lot has definitely change since the last post, especially when it comes to my biker life. My current ride is the NC750XA (2021). I had the upgrade since May 2022, so it has been a year and 3 months with this reliable bike.
New Ride – NC750XA (2021)
I’ve also joined a motorcycle enthusiast club for NC7 riders. It has been rather interesting and quite outside my comfort zone. So far, I have yet to meet another female NC7 rider. I look forward to the upcoming day ride to Malacca (Malaysia) with 34 other NC7 riders in mid-August. I’m still quite shy to speak up in the group. Just happy to tag along and learn more about bikes from other like-minded riders.
Solo Riding Trip (just one for now)
Recently, I went up to Kuala Lumpur alone on the NC750X to visit the Art of Speed 2023 at Maeps, Serdang. Road conditions were quite alright on the North-South highway. I did have some difficulty lane-splitting as I approached the city due to the big body of the NC750X. Most of the bikes on the road were kupchais/kupkias, which were slender and easier to mould to the traffic. Clearly I have some work to do to improve my lane-splitting abilities.
TikTok
Social media-wise, I’ve started a TikTok account to share my rides as well as the experiences of maintaining my bike. Feel free to view all the random shortform content here.
Safety Gears
As for safety gear, I’ve been more conscientious to wear more gear so as to dress for the slide. I bought most of my gear from Motorworld, since it is relatively the cheapest and value for money. It definitely is quite expensive since I am purchasing for 2 (my mother and I). I am still on the lookout for a good modular helmet.
Here’s what I am wearing now:
Jacket – Komine JK 128 Protect Full Mesh Motorcycle Riding Jacket
Gloves – Klim Vanguard GTX Short Glove Stealth Black
Helmet – HJC RPHA-90S Carbon Modular Motorcycle Helmet
I have yet to find riding pants and riding shoes. Currently I just wear normal work pants (not advisable as it is thin) and Dr Marts shoes. One thing’s for sure, safety gear isn’t cheap. And… I do get mistaken for being a guy until I open up my modular helmet. Hahaha.
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