Say: Kanga!

Oh wow!
I received my Tern Eclipse S11i with a set of Kanga rack and a Tern luggage truss.
Initially, I told the K2 Asia representative to take it back.
But he said: "Eric insisted that you try it out.."
Having heard that, I bowed into pressure.
So, all good things said and done, I mounted the Tern luggage truss and later, fitted the Kanga.
This was really easy as the instructions were very clear.
There's even a VR code that you can scan on your Android phone or iphone to see the instruction videos. Now, how much cooler can that be? 

The Kanga blends-in very well with the  24" ride

It's cool, it works, it rocks!
Overall built-quality of the Kanga rack is top-notched! 
There is a harness that enables you to strap-on your satchel and helmet while you ride.
The buckles are adjustable to allow a snug-fit.
Even the luggage truss is something that I truly marvel at.
Its high-quality and actually made by Klick-fix, a German-based company.
So, don't be shocked at the RM190 retail price for the Kanga rack and another RM140 for the luggage truss.
In order to fit a Kanga onto your Tern, you'll need the luggage truss. So, that's roughly about RM330 investment for further enhancing your bike.

My trusty Pango folding helmet on the Kanga rack

Who benefits?
Well, having seen the practical use of the rack, I'd say that those who cycle to work would really get a bang out of their buck for the rack.
Perhaps the best time to invest in one is during Rodalink's year-end or mid-year sale. There might be a 'suicide' pricing for the rack and luggage truss.
As for me, well, the Kanga goes back with the Eclipse S11i to K2 Asia once my evaluation period is up... 

And now, back to the regular Tern programming..

Peace talk
I've decided to end six months of hostility with K2 Asia. 
These are the guys who market Tern Bicycle in Malaysia.
One of the key guys had apologized and admitted to the mistakes and shortcomings.
During a sit-down session yesterday, I voiced out my grouses and it was heard.

The word from Taiwan
Some months back, I was corresponding with Joshua Hon, VP for Mobility Holdings who owns Tern Bicycles about the possibilities of reviewing the Eclipse S111, winner of the 2011 Eurobike Best Design Award.
I saw the bike last year at the Tern Malaysia launch and fell in love with it.
Josh made mention of this after I previewed the Tern Link P9 and said he would talk to K2 Asia about making the bike available for a hand-on and detailed look.
I was surprised to find out that the RM7.7k bike was actually stuck at the Rodalink showroom in Bandar Botanic, Klang.
Six months has nearly passed and the Eclipse S11i is still wrapped in the box.

New accessories: The Kanga rack system

A true winner: The Eclipse S11i

 Sweet!
Tern Bicycle's consumer project manager Eric Mah had sent down a Kanga rack with a luggage truss adapter to go with the Eclipse S11i.
This is an awesome package and I am very impressed with the quality, fit and finish on this product.
The Tern Eclipse S11i, on the other hand, is a classy ride.
It's also a head-terner.
As I wheeled it into my office, Ah Wai Kor, the head honcho was stopped dead on his track.
He is a Tern owner who rides a Link D8 and actually said that the Eclipse is a beautiful bike.
Some guys from the office actually made a bee-line to check out the bike. Its really a dream machine..
So, that said, this weekend, I will take it out a spin and a long-distance ride next weekend..