GT Riders Google Map
The initial preview of a new GT Riders Google Map is now viewable… Its aimed at serving multiple purposes;
- Providing a centralised, geographically correct resource for GT Riders recommended accommodations, restaurants, pubs etc
- Providing online, illustrated maps of highways and loop rides
- Providing online, illustrated maps of towns within the GT Riders Website Network
NB: Shows temples, pubs, hotels, restaurants, hot springs, barber, scenic shots etc.
Click on a few of the icons (temples are nearly all done) and note that there is an image on most, and links to more information on many…
Online examples include;
- GT Rider: regional view, need to zoom in on a location.
- Highway 1148: click on the road, click on the Landscape Icon
- Highway 1149: click on the road, see the video
- Chiang Rai
- Mae Sariang
- Nan
- Fang
We can illustrate any Highway or Loop ride, using images already contained in GT-Rider posts…
This is being followed up (in February 2010) by an upgrade to the Forum software that will provide the ability to insert video clips into Trip Reports.
Forum Upgrade in Progress
We are upgrading the Forum to the latest version – phpBB 3 – so some interruptions to access may occur over the next day or two.
As part of this process, we are planing to enable placement of YouTube Video clips into Forum Topics ![]()
- that will no doubt please some people
The Chiang Mai Toy Ride
A new photo gallery for the Chiang Mai ToyRide is up at
http://www.gt-rider.com/gallery/chiang-mai-toy-ride
The Chiang Mai Toy Ride has been going for 2 years with one main annual fund raising ride & then numereous small rides & charity events during the year to assist needy children & people in North Thailand who are under the radar & not receiving satisfactory support.
The Chiang Mai Toy Ride gallery starts with today’s 30th October 2009 charity event at San Tor School in Hang Dong district. More event photos will be added.
Here is the Chiang Mai Toy Ride website.
The Chiang Mai Toy Ride has a clear mission statement
To bring together motorcyclists of all nationalities in support of children in need living in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
To raise money, gifts and other items through charitable motorcycling events focusing on children who may otherwise be forgotten.
Our specific intent is to focus on events and donations which will put a smile on the children’s face and instill a sense of self confidence and assurance. The Chiang Mai ToyRide will also contribute to health and welfare needs in specific situations.
The Chiang Mai ToyRide will operate with complete transparency as a true charitable organization and assure that all available assets are directed toward our mission.
All motorcyclists are invited to join in & support the Chiang Mai ToyRide.
Click here to help & donate money on line if you want to start now, or if you want to just come & ride at the events please go to the Chiang Mai ToyRide website for more info.
Thailand Bike Week Motorcycle Events
JANUARY 2009
17 Jan Nagas Poker. Sri Racha (1000 Baht entry??)
17 Jan Thung Song. Nakon Si Thammarat
24 Jan Ratchaburi
30-31 Jan Lopburi
FEBRUARY 2009
6-7 Feb Udon Thani
13-14 Feb Pattaya
19 Feb Paknam (Thursday?)
20-21 Feb Khon Kaen
20-21 Feb Pranburi
28 Feb Suphanburi Bike Week
MARCH 2009
APRIL 2009
9-12 Apr Phuket Bike Week
MAY 2009
1 – 3 May Bangkok Bike Fest
15- 16 May Chumphon
JUNE 2009
7-8 June? Hat Yai
JULY 2009
3 July Top Twin
3-4 July? Hatyai
AUGUST 2009
SEPTEMBER 2009
6 Sept? Maptaphudd Classic MC Biker Party. Klaeng. Rayong.
13 Sept Jesters Children’s Fair at Diana Garden Resort and Driving Range, near Pattaya
19 Sept Jesters Party Night – Jameson’s Irish Pub, Pattaya
26 – 27 Sept 3 Nations Charity Ride. Penang, Malaysia
OCTOBER 2009
3 Oct Nagas MC Grand Opening Party. Sri Ratcha. Chonburi province
16 – 31 Oct Asian Nomads MC Malaysia Bike Tour. Hard Rock to Hard Rock
http://asiannomadmcthailand.com/?page_id=692
17 Oct Dragon Bike Party. Mae Rumphung. Taphong, between Rayong and Ban Phe.
17 Oct Baby Two Song Pee Nong Night Party. Suphanburi
23 – 27 Oct Ride Thailand Malaysia Moto GP Tour
24 Oct Diamond City 6th Anniversary Party. Phetchaburi
24 Oct Phitsanulok Bike Week
25 Oct Malaysia Moto GP Tour. Sepang. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia
31 Oct? Klaeng Honda Classic MC Biker Party. Klaeng. Rayong.
31 Oct Tonlafan. Konlaphan. Kampheng Phet
NOVEMBER 2009
6 – 7 Nov 1st Malaysia International Bike Festival 2009
6 – 7 Nov Bang Saen Bike Week
7 – 8 Nov Nonthaburi Bike Week
14 – 15 Nov Northern Bike Week. Lampang
14 – 15 Nov Joker Highway. Nakhon Nayok
20 – 22 Nov Thaivisa / The Nation Benefit Motorcycle Weekend. Bangkok-Kachanaburi
21 Nov Free Life Bike Week. Sisaket
21 Nov Ayuddhaya Bike Week
27 – 28 Nov Nonthaburi Bike Week
28 – 29 Nov Siam International Bike Week – Ride For The King – Siam Square Bangkok
DECEMBER 2009
2 – 4 Dec Harley Owners Group (H.O.G) Rally. Khao Yai
3 – 4 Dec Midway Bike Week Phitsanulok.
http://www.midway.in.th/event/view.php?id=15
4 – 5 Dec Hua Hin Bike Week Headstone Riders
5 – 6 Dec Chiang Mai Bike Week
— Dec Chiang Mai Group Party. 700 Year Stadium. Chiang Mai.
10 Dec Lampang Big Bike Party Night
12 Dec Black Devil Party
12 Dec Sakon Nakhon Bike Week
12 Dec Saraburi Bike Week, Saraburi
12 Dec Formulate Hell Party Chiang Mai
13 Dec Chiang Rai Bike Party
19 Dec Black Angels Off Road Max Party. Saraburi
19 Dec Tong Pha Phum Bike Week. Kanchanaburi
26 Dec Chainat Bike Week Party. Chainat Riders
26 – 27 Dec Air Force Rider. Ayuddhaya
The above events have been added to the GT Rider Thailand Motorcycle Events Calendar.
Please advise any discrepancies / changes / new events.
Kawasaki Big Bikes In Thailand
New Kawasaki big bike info is now on GT Rider with a list of bikes & prices at
http://www.gt-rider.com/motorcycles-in-thailand/buying-motorcycle-in-thailand/motorcycles-in-thailandbuying-motorcycle-in-thailandkawasaki-big-bikes
and a list of Kawasaki big bike dealers at
http://www.gt-rider.com/motorcycles-in-thailand/buying-motorcycle-in-thailand/thailand-kawasaki-big-bike-dealers
