A total of 1,124 Raider R150 riders from across Mindanao converged in Davao City for the exciting Raider Big Ride – Mindanao held last June 9, 2024. The event, brought together motorcycle enthusiasts for a thrilling parade in celebration of the Suzuki Raider’s supremacy as the Underbone King in the Philippines for more than two decades already.
The event is also Suzuki’s way of showing its gratitude to the Raider enthusiasts for their patronage since the beginning. The convoy saw participation from various motorcycle clubs including but not limited to the R150 Raider Fi Club, Allied Raider R150 Riders Club, Davao Riders Club, Philippine Raider R150 Fi Club Inc., R150 Allstar Nation, Raider R150 Riders Davao City, Suzuki Tachometrix, Team Motor Tech, and Torque Riders Organization Philippines Inc.
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated headed by Dave Obrial, Regional Sales Manager for Mindanao, Edelyn Yanilla, Marketing Communications Group Head, Victoria Caringal, Products Team Acting Group Head, and Johnny De Guzman, Field Marketing Group Head expressed their appreciation to the riders and highlighted the message of road safety.
The event was further fueled by the presence of popular Motovloggers and Suzuki motorcycle owners themselves – Reed Motovlog and Kumander Daot with well-known riders from Davao city namely: Kuyz TV, Boy Baldo, Frozz Moto, Tope Motovlog, Kabuhay Moto TV, and Rodkris Bisdak Motovlog.
Scenic Ride and Parade
The riders embarked on a thrilling 35km journey from Roxas Avenue, Davao City to Panabo Gym, Davao Del Sur. The stretch of convoy went as long as 3kms attesting the Raider R150’s dominance along with the proud owners.
Culminating the event, Suzuki prepared fun activities and games for the riders. Hosted by Dj Kath Tan, Panabo Gym felt the energy of the riders with the Raider 150 Riders Davao City Dance Troupe and Tawag ng Tanghalan’s The Rivera Sisters’ vibrant performances.
On to the most exciting part and Suzuki’s ultimate gift to the riders, the brand raffled off a brand new V-STROM 250 SX motorcycle which was won by Alexander Maulana.
The event is the second leg of the Suzuki Raider Big Ride to celebrate its flagship model’s – the Raider R150 – more than 2 decades unrivalled dominance in the market. The first ride happened in Luzon with over 1000 riders passing by the expressway creating another history in the Philippine motoring industry. Aiming to make another unforgettable impression, the Mindanao leg once again solidified the strong bond between Suzuki Philippines and its passionate motorcycle community.
