DYRT - Dynamic Riding Team

18/01/2025

New bike fleet update.

Six new CFMOTO 450MTX will join our lineup in March 2025.

These bikes will mainly be based in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, for both training and travel event purposes.

Rental options will also be made available and rates will be published soon.

09/10/2024

Enjoyed a fantastic weekend with the bikers in Brunei.

DYRT - Dynamic Riding Team teamed up with Moto Shed Co. to organise the DYNAMIC SAFETY & DEFENSIVE RIDER SKILLS TRAINING in Bandar Seri Begawan.

Thank you for your trust and wholehearted participation.

📷 Dominic Cayetano Santomin

24/09/2024

Another awesome weekend to introduce, activate and apply the fundamental knowledge, skills and attitudes, for riders to enjoy smoother and safer rides.

More smiles, more miles.

Congratulations to all nine participants!

23/08/2024

📢📢📢📢

*Dynamic Safety and Defensive On-Road Motorcycle Skills Training.*
20 - 22 SEPT 2024
KOTA KINABALU, SABAH

Register online at:
https://forms.gle/5hbMZdn2VFWKpyHfA

This on-road motorcycle training program equips and empowers riders to further experience the thrills of motorcycling by becoming smoother and safer riders.

We will be working on the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude to enhance your motorcycling experience.

*DAY 1: 20 SEPT 2024*
7PM - 10PM (Assessment)
• INTRO Session & First Assessment
Venue: Chocolate Room, Pintas Square (Eminent Hotel)
*light dinner & refreshments included

*DAY 2: 21 SEPT 2024*
9AM - 4:30PM
RIDING SKILLS (Activation)
Venue: Borneo Enduro Sports, Bandar Putra
*light refreshments & lunch provided

*7PM - 11PM*
NIGHT CLASSROOM
Venue: Chocolate Room, Pintas Square (Eminent Hotel)
*light dinner & refreshments provided

*DAY 3: 22 SEPT 2024*
8.30AM - 4PM
ROAD RIDING (Application)
Venue: Meeting point will be decided the day before
*on-road riding in real world scenario through twists & turns, up & down hills, through the highway and in moderate traffic
*lunch provided

INCLUDES:
- Training by conducted by Master Trainer Mr Silas M Martin, a Qualified, Experienced and Internationally Certified Instructor and team
- Handbook & other training material
- Refreshments, 2 lunches & 2 dinners

SYLLABUS INCLUDES:
- Motorcycle familiarisation & scrutineering
- Balance points
- Riding position
- Line of Vision
- Steering techniques
- Braking techniques
- Slow riding
- Evasive maneuver
- Roadcraft
- Defensive Riding Rules
- Group RIDING Formation & Rules

Fee / rider:
RM1,700 /Rider (First Time Participation)
RM850/Refresher student (Within 24 months of previous participation of the same training)

Bike Rental Option:
BMW F850GS x 1
BMW R1200GS Rallye x 1
CFMOTO 450MT x 1

Registration closes 13 SEPTEMBER 2024

Fees payable to DYRT VENTURES SDN BHD.

Things to bring:
Helmet
Riding boots
Riding gloves
Riding jacket & pants (armored)
Earplugs
Valid motorcycling license

Contact person:
Silas M. Martin
+60138289907

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14/08/2024

Happy Wheelie Wednesday!

25/07/2024

A review by our lead instructor and tourguide, Silas Dema Michael.

The first CFMOTO 450MTX to make it to Bario Highlands.

Picked up this bike on 13 July 2023. Had the first 1000km service done on 18 July, thanks to Fred Dion, who helped me perform the run in as I didn't have time to do so. Flew in to KK to ride the bike down to Miri on 22 July.

The bike setup is stock standard but Fred helped to stiffen the rear preload by one round and I stiffened the rear shock rebound by three clicks clockwise. All done by feel as I have yet to fully calculate the suspension adjustment settings.

Riding on the highway with fully loaded panniers and top box, the 450cc engine performed smoothly and the bike remained stable even at high speeds. I had a brief spell above 140kmh but felt that this bike cruised best between 100 - 120kmh. The 403km journey felt plush as the suspension soaked up the bumpy bits very very well and the seat cushioning is more comfortable than it looks. I must admit though, that at moments, I did miss my R1250GS seat. Nothing comes close to that level of comfort.

Then again, this "little" 450 shouldn't be compared to the mighty GS. For a light middleweight machine, it packs a lot of torque and throttle response is punchy if not a tad snatchy. The clutch lever action is super light, probably the easiest clutch to use after my GS and KTM Sixdays. The bike doesn't feel small at all and space is sufficient for my 174cm and 80kg mass.

Ok. Back to the ride.

On 23 July, I embarked on the off-road segment of this trip, leading my group to Bario to attend Pesta Nukenen. We took three days to cover 330km of the offroad route by enjoying overnight stays in Long Suling and Long Banga en route to our final destination.

With panniers removed, the 450 was now lighter and even more agile.

There was no lack of power and speed throughout the journey despite being in the midst of more powerful machines such as the BMW R1200GS and Aprilia Tuareg. (The only thing I missed about my GS was sheer, absolute power.)

With a 3-second press of the ABS button, the bike switches to OFF-ROAD mode which turns off traction control and rear wheel ABS. Front wheel ABS remains active. This allowed me freedom to spin and slide the rear wheel at will, both under power and brake. So so much fun.

The front shock compression may need some work, though. It felt a tad too stiff for comfort and probably was the reason for some of the handlebar wobbles. That being said, I would recommend adding a steering damper for riders who intend to ride off-road at higher speeds on the 450MTX.

The CST tyres were also the ones found standard on the showroom bikes. Surprisingly, they have performed decently well in all conditions thus far. Even on damp surfaces. The real test will probably be experienced if there should be rain during this journey.

At 4.5L/100km, fuel consumption is just a tad better than my BMW R1250GS but still, a very acceptable rate considering the amount of fun I had to date.

My current thought is that the CFMOTO 450MTX is a great light middleweight adventure machine. A superb option even for those with a higher budget. The price tag of RM30,888 (including panniers & papers) is startlingly value-for-money as the bike never gave me any of the stereotypical "made in China" sensations.

In fact, it feels like the one motorcycle that the top European and Japanese brands have failed to produce when a large number of motorcycling enthusiasts would have truly appreciated owning and riding it.

How long will this bike survive my test rides? That remains to be seen. However, at this price point, the CFMOTO 450MTX has to be one of the top picks for any adventure rider.

What is certain is that more units of the CFMOTO 450MTX be added to the fleet of training and travel motorcycles at DYRT - Dynamic Riding Team in due time.

Till my next long post about this bike, do find time to check it out at your nearest dealership.

28/06/2024

We're looking to enhance opportunities for riders to train and travel onboard a lighter and more agile all-terrain adventure motorcycle here in Malaysian Borneo.

Should this unicorn be added to our stable?

18/06/2024

Huge congratulations to all seven participants of the recent DYRT OFF-ROAD SKILLS TRAINING in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, last weekend.

Your respective levels of progress over the two days were impressive and encouraging.

We look forward to seeing you all enjoy your own off-road adventure trips in the near future.

Go on and .

11/06/2024

HEART OF BORNEO MOTORCYCLE ADVENTURE
BARIO FOOD FESTIVAL
23 - 28 JULY 2024
Organiser: DYRT VENTURES
Lead Tourguide: SILAS M MARTIN (+6013 8289907)
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Motorcycle Type: Medium to Large ADV

Pesta Nukenen, the Kelabit Food Festival up in the Highlands of Bario, some 1000M above sea level is set to satisfy the adventurers' craving for some of Borneo's most tantalising indigenous culinary delights.

An amazing motorcycle journey awaits, with riders departing Sarawak's premier oiltown, Miri City, for the timber trails that will lead them deep into the Heart of Borneo, passing picturesque scenery and dynamic terrain, covering some 220KM tarmac and 700KM off-road terrain.

This motorcycle & 4x4 adventure travel event promises to excite and fulfil the desires of those who wish to experience the majestic outdoors, thrilling off-road motorcycling and warm hospitality of the local natives, whilst being escorted by DYRT, led by a certified and accomplished Motorrad Tourguide and Instructor.

Sign up now for your adventure of a lifetime at
https://forms.gle/G7ovTLnzMV7RzWBy7

31/05/2024

Wishing all our Dayak friends and riders a Happy Gawai.

20/05/2024

Any guesses what the instructor was about to demonstrate to the trainees?

16/05/2024

Shout out to all mid-to-large adventure motorcyclists who desire to upgrade their off-road riding capabilities to be more confident and safer when riding off the beaten path.

Discover and empower yourselves with the right methods and techniques at the Dynamic Off-road Riding Skills Training, Sabah (North Borneo) with our experienced and energetic team, led by Master Trainer Silas Dema Michael.

The purpose-built training ground just 25 minutes outside of Kota Kinabalu will provide participants with a safe and practical environment to explore the potential of their off-road riding capabilities.

Lunch and refreshments are provided during the sessions. Showers and washrooms are also available to stay fresh and clean during and after the training sessions.

To sign up, please complete the form and attach proof of payment at

https://forms.gle/TuFHWB6avBPNg24n8

Riders from Brunei Darussalam are advised to contact our collaborative partner, Motoshedco, to be part of their convoy schedule to and fro KK.

Motoshedco aka FTW Racing Brunei is a multibrand store for two wheels and will be offering 15% discount off all products (except liquids) to registered participants of this training program.

Phone Moto Shed Co : +673-2222258
IG: motoshedco

05/05/2024

Just concluded a fantastic round of Dynamic Safety & Defensive Rider Training with Silas Dema Michael as the invited Lead Instructor for Harley-Davidson Kota Kinabalu.

All riders showed marked improvements in both theoretical assessment and riding skills.

We look forward to seeing more smiles as the riders cover more miles smoother and safer than ever.

06/04/2024

Tyre pressure management.

It is recommended to ascertain optimal tyre pressure before each ride to ensure best possible tyre grip and stability when riding.

This can be done by observing readings on the tyre pressure management system display onboard your motorycle dashboard or, if your motorcycle doesn't have such a feature, by using a tyre pressure gauge.

Motorcycle manufacturers usually place a sticker that displays the recommended maximum (cold) tyre pressure on the motorcycle tank or along the swingarm or inside the storage compartment (in the case of scooters). This is important reference for bikers who do not know what pressure range to inflate their respective motorcycle tyres to.

In the case of the pictured motorcycle, a BMW R1200GS Rallye, the pressure set was based on the maximum (cold) tyre pressure allowable by the tyre manufacturer as the off-road tyres installed carried lower pressure thresholds than that of standard on-road tyres.

If uncertain, read the manual provided or refer to reputable online sites.

The tyre is the most critical part of any operational motorcycle. It is literally where 'the rubber meets the road."

Ride on. Ride far. Ride safe.

01/04/2024

DYRT - Dynamic Riding Team is taking a break from motorcycle rental as we focus on our training and travel events plus a potential change in our fleet.

If you wish to travel by motorcycle on your own in East Malaysia, do get in touch with BK Borneo Adventure for rental options.

26/03/2024

Snippets of moments captured during our recent travel event, taking riders from the coast of Kota Kinabalu to Bario via the Sabah Sarawak Link Road, covering a thousand kilometres off-road, taking in breathtaking scenery (and dust 🤣), made to feel at home by warm hospitality of the locals (Kayan, Kenyah, Lun Bawang, Kelabit, Saban, Berawan and Penan) whilst enjoying native cuisine at its finest.

Stay tuned for opportunities to be part of our next rounds of trainings and travel event experiences.

09/02/2024

Wishing all celebrants a dynamic new year.

22/01/2024