Summer season is winding down—before you know it, we’ll have cloudy skies and torrential rains again. So now’s actually the best to make the most out of dry roads and clear skies. Why not go out on long rides with your trusty two-wheeled partner?
While Honda’s sports riding underbone, the Supra GTR150, has gained ground as an ideal ride for daily use, it’s also a hit with those who are looking into satisfying their inner wanderlust.
With the Supra GTR150’s tried-and-tested fuel efficiency, lightweight handling, speed, and safety features, it’s a fitting ride to bring to these underrated destinations.
Mount Samat in Pilar, Bataan
Distance from Manila: 135km
Craving for a bit of everything where you can go on a long ride, eat delicious food, and experience local culture and national history? Mount Samat in Bataan is your best bet.
You’ll pass by Bulacan and Pampanga heading to Bataan, where you can enjoy a chock-full of famous delicacies. When you reach Bataan’s Roman Highway, it won’t take long before a giant cross perched atop a mountain reveals itself. That is the iconic, 555-meter Memorial Cross at the Mount Samat Shrine, overlooking the rolling hills where Filipino and American soldiers made their last stand during World War II.
From there, you can make a side trip to nearby Dunsulan Falls, the many beaches at Bagac town, or several scenic restaurants in Subic Bay.
The Supra GTR150’s reliable and efficient performance makes for a smooth travel companion in traversing highways and navigating traffic going to Bataan. It features a 6-speed DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled engine for maximum performance, great handling, and better fuel efficiency of 42km per liter, ensuring a rewarding yet budget-friendly trip.
Daranak and Batlag Falls in Tanay, Rizal
Distance from Manila: 57km
For something more splashy, how about a drive to Daranak and Batlag Falls in Tanay, Rizal?
Daranak, which means “to flow,” offers a wide catch basin that’s perfect to dip in if you want to cool off after a long, sweaty ride. Just upstream is the more serene Batlag Falls, nestled in the middle of a dense forest surrounded by wooden tree houses.
To reach these picturesque views, you can snake through the Marilaque (Marikina-Rizal-Laguna-Quezon) mountain road. But conquering sharp turns and going off-road en route to Daranak and Batlag Falls is not something for every motorcycle. Luckily, these pose no challenge for the Supra GTR150.
Designed for the Filipinos’ “work hard, play hard” attitude, the Supra looks as gritty as it drives, offering wider tubeless tires and bigger front and rear disc brakes (220mm diameter) that provide better traction and stopping power for safety. It also comes with a built-in bank angle sensor that automatically turns off the engine when your bank angle exceeds 51° on either side.
Meanwhile, its superior stability is also something worth noting thanks to its big front telescopic suspension (31mm diameter), giving you control and comfort all the time.
Paete, Laguna
Distance from Manila: 111km
It’s almost always twisty roads, sprawling fields, or glistening bodies of water that we go for when riding out. If you want a fresh experience, mark Paete, Laguna as your next stop for its world-famous Filipino artistry and culture.
Paete is known as the Carving Capital of the Philippines, and its name is derived from “paet,” the Tagalog term for a chisel. The historic lakeside town paints a picture of the country’s proud heritage surviving into modern times, with rows of old bahay na bato lining up the streets along with new establishments.
Other stops here include the Paete Church for a spiritual reflection and Kape Kesada to refuel on snacks before you head home.
Make heads turn when you hit the streets of Paete with Supra GTR150’s sporty look. Its aerodynamic body design is sculpted to slice through the air and look good while you’re at it, with an angled sporty muffler and under cowl. It’s also topped with aggressive decals all around for a ride you can truly be proud of.
The Honda Supra GTR150 comes in two colors—Valiant Red and Black—with a suggested retail price of P102,900.
