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Moto camp showcases new moped-scrambler motorcycle
Moto camp showcases new moped-scrambler motorcycle
Yamaha Motor Philippines
Published Jun 20, 2024 02:00 PM PHT
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Yamaha Motor Philippines invited riders to 'Leave It All Behind' and explore the great outdoors with its newest off-road motorcycle, the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Yamaha Motor Philippines invited riders to 'Leave It All Behind' and explore the great outdoors with its newest off-road motorcycle, the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News In a bid to redefine moto-adventures, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) recently hosted the Yamaha Explorers Camp, a two-day event that brought together motovloggers, media partners, and film enthusiasts for an outdoor adventure.
In a bid to redefine moto-adventures, Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) recently hosted the Yamaha Explorers Camp, a two-day event that brought together motovloggers, media partners, and film enthusiasts for an outdoor adventure.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
On May 24, the attendees set off early from Yamaha Motor Philippines' Flagship Shop - the YZONE. Their destination? Camp Hiatus in Tanay, Rizal, where they would explore the brand's latest creation, the New Yamaha PG-1. The event encouraged participants to 'leave everything behind' as they explored the great outdoors, and connected with fellow motorcycle enthusiasts.
On May 24, the attendees set off early from Yamaha Motor Philippines' Flagship Shop - the YZONE. Their destination? Camp Hiatus in Tanay, Rizal, where they would explore the brand's latest creation, the New Yamaha PG-1. The event encouraged participants to 'leave everything behind' as they explored the great outdoors, and connected with fellow motorcycle enthusiasts.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
"We want them to explore the PG-1 and enjoy the ride. We prepared activities so they could experience the outdoors and test the PG-1's capabilities," explained Jen Perey, Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Communications Senior Supervisor.
"We want them to explore the PG-1 and enjoy the ride. We prepared activities so they could experience the outdoors and test the PG-1's capabilities," explained Jen Perey, Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Communications Senior Supervisor.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Turning life's challenges into an adventure
Turning life's challenges into an adventure
Motovloggers and film enthusiasts were divided into five teams to create reels and snap photos that best capture the essence of 'Leave It All Behind' with the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Motovloggers and film enthusiasts were divided into five teams to create reels and snap photos that best capture the essence of 'Leave It All Behind' with the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News As the weather played along, the campers were divided into five groups for team activities, allowing them to immerse themselves in nature and make new acquaintances. These activities turned into a friendly competition.
As the weather played along, the campers were divided into five groups for team activities, allowing them to immerse themselves in nature and make new acquaintances. These activities turned into a friendly competition.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
To amplify the experience, YMPH introduced seven stations, each symbolizing corporate and everyday life challenges, which the participants had to overcome by unlocking the full potential of the New Yamaha PG-1.
To amplify the experience, YMPH introduced seven stations, each symbolizing corporate and everyday life challenges, which the participants had to overcome by unlocking the full potential of the New Yamaha PG-1.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN NewsEquipped with high-quality cameras and gear, each group's mission was to capture the New Yamaha PG-1's performance in action and create video reels from the stations:
Equipped with high-quality cameras and gear, each group's mission was to capture the New Yamaha PG-1's performance in action and create video reels from the stations:
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Station 1: Rough Day - Participants tested the New Yamaha PG-1 on rough and rocky terrain.
Station 1: Rough Day - Participants tested the New Yamaha PG-1 on rough and rocky terrain.
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Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Motor enthusiast Jerald Rabino, shared, "It is a breakaway from the hustle in the city. The PG-1 is perfect for these terrains. Maganda 'yung suspension. Hindi siya masakit sa katawan. Very forgiving 'yung throttle niya. It looks rugged with its dual-sport knobby tires and makes for an enjoyable ride," he said. (The suspension is good. It is not painful on the body. Its throttle is very forgiving. It looks rugged with its dual-sport knobby tires and makes for an enjoyable ride.)
Motor enthusiast Jerald Rabino, shared, "It is a breakaway from the hustle in the city. The PG-1 is perfect for these terrains. Maganda 'yung suspension. Hindi siya masakit sa katawan. Very forgiving 'yung throttle niya. It looks rugged with its dual-sport knobby tires and makes for an enjoyable ride," he said. (The suspension is good. It is not painful on the body. Its throttle is very forgiving. It looks rugged with its dual-sport knobby tires and makes for an enjoyable ride.)
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Station 2: Burnout - The durability of the New Yamaha PG-1's block-patterned tires were put to the test as the participants performed burnouts.
Station 2: Burnout - The durability of the New Yamaha PG-1's block-patterned tires were put to the test as the participants performed burnouts.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Station 3: Streaming - This station required the motorists to skillfully navigate through shallow rivers with the New Yamaha PG-1.
Station 3: Streaming - This station required the motorists to skillfully navigate through shallow rivers with the New Yamaha PG-1.
One of the female riders, 'Idol MOTO' motovlogger Jem Sun, shared her experience, "Actually nabigla ako kasi hindi ko in-expect 'yung ganda ng suspension niya sa rough road na dinaanan at sa river crossing. 'Yung suspension niya maganda talaga. The bike is lightweight and perfect for beginners," she said. (Actually, I was surprised by how well its suspension handled the rough road we passed and the river crossing. The suspension is really good. The bike is lightweight and perfect for beginners.)
One of the female riders, 'Idol MOTO' motovlogger Jem Sun, shared her experience, "Actually nabigla ako kasi hindi ko in-expect 'yung ganda ng suspension niya sa rough road na dinaanan at sa river crossing. 'Yung suspension niya maganda talaga. The bike is lightweight and perfect for beginners," she said. (Actually, I was surprised by how well its suspension handled the rough road we passed and the river crossing. The suspension is really good. The bike is lightweight and perfect for beginners.)
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Station 4: Deadlines - Participants were challenged to 'overcome deadlines' or navigate past obstacles on the road.
Station 4: Deadlines - Participants were challenged to 'overcome deadlines' or navigate past obstacles on the road.
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Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Station 5: Long lines - The motorists navigated through long, rugged paths to test the motorcycle's handling and durability.
Station 5: Long lines - The motorists navigated through long, rugged paths to test the motorcycle's handling and durability.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN NewsStation 6: Night Shift - Participants continued the adventure by riding through the night.
Station 6: Night Shift - Participants continued the adventure by riding through the night.
Station 7: Meetings - To conclude the full-day adventure, participants shared their experiences and exploration reels. The evening program, hosted by Drew Arellano, was livestreamed on Yamaha Motor Philippines' Facebook Page, encouraging the online audience to vote for the best exploration content.
Station 7: Meetings - To conclude the full-day adventure, participants shared their experiences and exploration reels. The evening program, hosted by Drew Arellano, was livestreamed on Yamaha Motor Philippines' Facebook Page, encouraging the online audience to vote for the best exploration content.
After announcing the winners, Arellano revealed an upcoming Yamaha PG-1 Film Competition where selected filmmakers will create a film showcasing how the New Yamaha PG-1 enables them to leave everything behind and take on a new adventure.
After announcing the winners, Arellano revealed an upcoming Yamaha PG-1 Film Competition where selected filmmakers will create a film showcasing how the New Yamaha PG-1 enables them to leave everything behind and take on a new adventure.
Day 2: Bridgetowne adventure
Day 2: Bridgetowne adventure
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During the second day of the Yamaha Explorers Camp at Bridgetowne Open Grounds in Pasig City, a flat track test ride was made available to the public. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
During the second day of the Yamaha Explorers Camp at Bridgetowne Open Grounds in Pasig City, a flat track test ride was made available to the public. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN NewsThe second day of the Explorer's Camp took place at Bridgetowne Open Grounds in Pasig City, where Yamaha Motor Philippines welcomed the public to join the event. Attendees were able to try the flat track test ride to experience the performance and capabilities of the New Yamaha PG-1.
The second day of the Explorer's Camp took place at Bridgetowne Open Grounds in Pasig City, where Yamaha Motor Philippines welcomed the public to join the event. Attendees were able to try the flat track test ride to experience the performance and capabilities of the New Yamaha PG-1.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Among the participants was Ariel Santillan, who shared his excitement after test-driving the New Yamaha PG-1. "Wow! Ang sarap niya i-ride. I am thinking of getting one agad. Kasi meron na akong pang off-road ngayon, pero mas masarap itong PG-1 kasi semi-auto ito, medyo approachable 'yung ride. Even my daughter can ride this one," he shared. (Wow! It is so enjoyable to ride. I am thinking of getting one immediately. Because I already have one for off-road use, but the PG-1 is more enjoyable because it is semi-automatic, the ride feels more approachable. Even my daughter can ride this one.)
Among the participants was Ariel Santillan, who shared his excitement after test-driving the New Yamaha PG-1. "Wow! Ang sarap niya i-ride. I am thinking of getting one agad. Kasi meron na akong pang off-road ngayon, pero mas masarap itong PG-1 kasi semi-auto ito, medyo approachable 'yung ride. Even my daughter can ride this one," he shared. (Wow! It is so enjoyable to ride. I am thinking of getting one immediately. Because I already have one for off-road use, but the PG-1 is more enjoyable because it is semi-automatic, the ride feels more approachable. Even my daughter can ride this one.)
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Angel Mendoza, who owns four Yamaha motorbikes, had this to say about the New Yamaha PG-1: "Surprisingly, ang ganda ng suspension niya. Hindi ko naramdaman na nag-slide o nag-skid ako. Maliit kasi siya kumpara sa iba. Abot na abot. she shared. (Surprisingly, its suspension is really good. I did not feel like I was slipping or skidding. It is smaller than other bikes, but it is just the right size.)
Angel Mendoza, who owns four Yamaha motorbikes, had this to say about the New Yamaha PG-1: "Surprisingly, ang ganda ng suspension niya. Hindi ko naramdaman na nag-slide o nag-skid ako. Maliit kasi siya kumpara sa iba. Abot na abot. she shared. (Surprisingly, its suspension is really good. I did not feel like I was slipping or skidding. It is smaller than other bikes, but it is just the right size.)
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
In addition to the free test rides, attendees enjoyed various activities such as henna tattoos, word carving sessions, and games like the Maze Explorer. There were also merchandise stalls for those looking to restock their motor riding gear.
In addition to the free test rides, attendees enjoyed various activities such as henna tattoos, word carving sessions, and games like the Maze Explorer. There were also merchandise stalls for those looking to restock their motor riding gear.
Leave it all behind with the New Yamaha PG-1
Leave it all behind with the New Yamaha PG-1
Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Section Manager, Toni Boy Acuesta, posed with the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Section Manager, Toni Boy Acuesta, posed with the New Yamaha PG-1. Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Section Manager, Toni Boi Acuesta, emphasized the New Yamaha PG-1's versatility for off-road adventures. "The all-new Yamaha PG-1 is not just about adrenaline or speed; it is about inspiration and freedom. It is the first in its class with a 115cc displacement moped engine, but we are talking about a scrambler moped – it is manual transmission, but much easier and lighter. It is perfect for exploration and outdoor adventures," he explained.
Yamaha Motor Philippines Marketing Section Manager, Toni Boi Acuesta, emphasized the New Yamaha PG-1's versatility for off-road adventures. "The all-new Yamaha PG-1 is not just about adrenaline or speed; it is about inspiration and freedom. It is the first in its class with a 115cc displacement moped engine, but we are talking about a scrambler moped – it is manual transmission, but much easier and lighter. It is perfect for exploration and outdoor adventures," he explained.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
The New Yamaha PG-1 is built for rugged adventures with its air-cooled, 4-stroke, 2-valve engine.
The New Yamaha PG-1 is built for rugged adventures with its air-cooled, 4-stroke, 2-valve engine.
Its H-shaped front fork helps ensure increased rigidity and a high level of running stability, providing shock absorption on bumpy roads and contributing to handling performance on unpaved roads and flat dirt.
Its H-shaped front fork helps ensure increased rigidity and a high level of running stability, providing shock absorption on bumpy roads and contributing to handling performance on unpaved roads and flat dirt.
The block-patterned tires feature a tread that helps provide good adaptability to a wide range of surface conditions, ensuring traction on various terrains.
The block-patterned tires feature a tread that helps provide good adaptability to a wide range of surface conditions, ensuring traction on various terrains.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News With 190mm of ground clearance, it may handle tough terrains while reducing the chances of hitting obstructions.
With 190mm of ground clearance, it may handle tough terrains while reducing the chances of hitting obstructions.
This dual-seat motorcycle has a 115cc engine, offering good performance, easy handling, and low fuel consumption.
This dual-seat motorcycle has a 115cc engine, offering good performance, easy handling, and low fuel consumption.
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News
Photo source: Sarah Herrera, ABS-CBN News Priced at P96,400, the New Yamaha PG-1 comes with a 5.1L tank capacity, upright handlebar, and iconic round headlight and tail light, all packaged in a sleek matte brown design.
Priced at P96,400, the New Yamaha PG-1 comes with a 5.1L tank capacity, upright handlebar, and iconic round headlight and tail light, all packaged in a sleek matte brown design.
"The PG-1 is your perfect ally for chilling, exploring, and unlocking your outdoor potential. This motorcycle takes you from city meetings to campsite streams and rough roads. It transforms the city experience into a campsite adventure, letting you leave it all behind," Acuesta concluded.
"The PG-1 is your perfect ally for chilling, exploring, and unlocking your outdoor potential. This motorcycle takes you from city meetings to campsite streams and rough roads. It transforms the city experience into a campsite adventure, letting you leave it all behind," Acuesta concluded.
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