The TIWI Adventure....

Last month, after work, me and my friends had a long ride from legazpi to tiwi with our bykes. Yes friends, only our bykes (motorcycle). The experience is not only exhilarating but it is also fun. Aside from looking at the wide farm lands beside the road, you can also see lots of beautiful ladies along the way. Yes, cute girls walking on the street side. This just a proof that bicolandia is a land of beautiful, "mestisa" girls. But sorry guys, I dont have any pictures of the beautiful ladies. Just us cruising around....

The entrance to the municipality of tiwi where the famous Cathedral could be found. DJC halo-halo is situated here.

A picture of me with the arch going to tiwi.
Alexander Osias

Jhon Ronell Araña

Jethro Laviste

Salvador Daet Jr.

Another shot with the arc...

And now, eating time at DJC Halo-halo...

Inside the famous DJC Halo-halo...

On the counter... Still at DJC Halo-halo...

Far view capturing all the tables and seats. This was at around 11 am.

Motorcycles help keep you young: software expert

TOKYO (AFP) - - Riding motorcycles helps keep drivers young by invigorating their brains, the scientist behind popular "Brain Training" computer software said Wednesday, citing a new scientific study.

"The driver's brain gets activated by riding motorbikes" in part because it requires heightened alertness, Ryuta Kawashima said after his research team and Yamaha Motor conducted a string of experiments involving middle-aged men.

"In a convenient and easy environment, the human mind and body get used to setting the hurdle low," he warned. "Our final conclusion is that riding motorcycles can lead to smart ageing."


Kawashima is the designer of "Brain Training" software, which incorporates quizzes and other games and is available on the Nintendo DS game console under the name "Brain Age" in North America.

A self-professed motorcycle fan, 49-year-old Kawashima cited a new study conducted jointly by Yamaha and Tohoku University, for which he works.

One experiment involved 22 men, all in their 40s and 50s, who held motorcycle licences but had not taken a ride for at least a decade.

They were randomly split into two groups -- one asked to resume riding motorcycles in everyday life for two months, and another that kept using bicycles or cars.

"The group that rode motorbikes posted higher marks in cognitive function tests," Kawashima said.

In one test, which required the men to remember a set of numbers in reverse order, the riders' scores jumped by more than 50 percent in two months, while the non-riders' marks deteriorated slightly, he said.

The riders also said they made fewer mistakes at work and felt happier.

"Mental care is a very big issue in modern society," said Kawashima. "I think we made an interesting stir here as data showed you can improve your mental condition simply by using motorbikes to commute."

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I think this is one of the reason why I love riding my motorcycle? Hhhmmmm... Good news....

The Final Countdown.....

This is the final result of my last project. It was finished last week of june but i've been so busy. So here it is folks....

Right Side View
Left Side View
Left Side View.... again....
Right Side View.... again....

Front View

Part 1 of the Yamaha YZR-M1

Last weekend, I started my new paper craft project. It is an YZR M1 motorcycle another product of Yamaha. The M1 is an 800cc sports bike specifically developed for racing purposes on the MotoGP series. Other specifications include a Liquid-cooled, in-line, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke with 16-valve DOHC engine which is fuel injected to ensure perfect as possible combustion process. A 6-speed cassette-type gearbox, with alternative gear ratios is also fitted to complement the power of the engine.

Coming back to the real world of mine, what I am doing right now is made from paper so there are no such specifications included. What you will just see are sheets of papers, pastes, scissors, toothpick, and other materials needed for paper crafting. So let start now what I have done so far..

The first images are the front suspension system complete with handle bars, brake levers, brake calipers and mud protector.

The next two images are the finished rear part of the M1. It includes the rear part with seats on it.

Next are the fuel tanks with Yamaha logo on both sides

The front panel which contains the removed portion of headlight including the windshield can be seen in the next array of images. The headlight is removed due to aerodynamic reasons and load reduction for faster acceleration and top speed.

For our last image the exhaust pipe is also completer. It consist of the down pipe, the muffler, pipe shield, plus the clip where the canister can be fitted snugly over the motorcycle.

The Finish Product of my YZ450fm

After months of cutting, pasting, and connecting all parts of this paper craft, it is finished at last. It is something that I can be proud that even my baby wants to play with it. So friends and not so friends (lol), may I now present to you the final judgement... hahaha...

The right side view of the finished YZ450fm motor cross.

Front view with my monitor at the background.

Rear view of the completed YZ450fm.

Front right side view with stand.

I will make a glass enclosure for this to preserve its beauty. Soon, I will now start the YZR-M1. Another Yamaha motorbike.

4th Part of the YZ450fm

After spending days of cutting, folding, and pasting, i finally finished the most important part of the motorcycle - the engine. The powerhouse is complete with kick start, gear shifter, block, cylinder head, engine covers, and even the sprocket cover.

Left side of the engine where the gear shifter is located.

Right side of the powerhouse where you can see the kick start and the two cylinders.

Here is the front side view where the exhaust pipe should be located.

The finish product is coming near. Just wait and see what would it be like as a whole. Next post will be the frame of the motorcycle...

3rd Part of the YZ450fm

After days of serious paper crafting, I finally finished another part of my Yamaha YZ450fm motorcycle.


This is the radiator which is detailed including fins and connecting body. A little more time and i will soon finish the mono shock and the exhaust canister... It is tiring to do such small crafts but I think I will surely love to see if it is finished...

2nd Part of the YZ450FM

Now, here is the 2nd part of the Yamaha YZ450FM motorcoss paper craft. It cost me 1 week to assemble this little thing.


This is the rear wheel with rear disk brake assembly including sprocket and chain set. I forgot the name of the part that holds the rear wheel.

Next, i will soon post the finished suspension system and if time permits, I will include the radiator and the pipe assembly.

1st Part of the YZ450FM

After weeks of sitting my butt in the chair and enjoying the moments by cutting papers and pasting all the pieces, I have finally completed one, I mean two parts of this motorcycle.


This is the front steering wheel fitted with front wheel. I didn't get its dimension but looking at the picture, you can see that it is big enough to be displayed in a shelf or anywhere. This is complete with front disc brakes, guards, and even the fluid brake reservoir.



The image shown above is the bike stand. Since the YZ450FM is a dirt bike, putting a center stand is not necessary due to its characteristic. So if you want to do something with this bike, you will need this. But in this paper craft, the stand will be used as a means to display the bike.

Next, i will soon post the finished rear assembly with rear wheel.

Dying to have one – Honda CBR 150

One of my dream bikes is the Honda CBR, not the big bikes you see in motogp but only the CBR 150. This motorcycle is a sport road bike that has racing features similar to those used in moto sports but without the powerful engines.

Technically, the Honda CBR 150 is only a 149.4 cc motorcycle with a 4 stroke, DOC 4 valves engine. For faster heat dissipation, it utilizes a water cooling system with a small radiator located under the fuel tank. It also has a 6 speed / gear transmission that allows you to run up to 150 kph.

Though it only has a 150cc engine, my friend from a forum site named Motorcycle Philippines (MCP) said that this simple beast can run more than 150 kph with or without any modifications. By having one, you can experience to be motogp racers like Valentino Rossi.

Motorcycle – a cost effective means of transportation.

Studies shown that in most accidents happen today, especially in the busy streets of the Philippines, motorcycles are involved. This type of transportation is also considered as among the most dangerous and hazardous type of transportation today. With the statistics shown here, it is said that almost 50% of the total incidents of mishaps in the road are caused or involved motorcycle riders. It is also recorded that at least half of it causes death due to various safety reasons.

Due to less physical protection of motorcycle riders, accidents involving this type of transportation lead to death. However, with this data shown in various websites, the number of registered motorcycle is increasing in dramatic rate. This rise in the quantity of motorcycles in the road is due to its affordability these days. If you visit local shops that offer motorcycle, you can see that they offer these medium of transportation in terms that even a low wage employee can avail.

If you want or need transportation, the motorcycle is among the most reasonable means. However, when you opt for this, make sure that you invest in safety gears as these will save your life during mishaps. Among the safety gears available in the market include the helmet (this is very important), body protector, knee, elbow pads, and many others.

Aside from various safety gears, keep in mind that drinking while driving is prohibited as this is among the causes of many fatalities. In addition, keep your temper cool in order to think clear and navigate your motorcycle efficiently. And also, have your ride properly cared and well maintained to ensure optimum performance.