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Ali Adrian .R #12

Jul 27, 2013

Old mate and Deus Ex Machina team member or as we like to call him our “Motto Ambassador” Ali Adriansyah Rusmiputro or Adrian for short. Stopped by “The Temple” while on a bit of a break from the Euro JR cup, and were glad he did. A special kind of breed Adrian is because he is the ONLY Indonesian on the Motto GP Euro JR. Cup circuit. Yep, the only Indonesian, soak that in for a bit. Born in Jakarta he started racing at the age of 3 ½ on a lil 50cc and continued riding and training throughout his youth until he turned pro. Adrians major accomplishments consist of. 2009 - OMR Kawasaki Ninja 150cc National Championship with Scorpio BBC Glass Racing Team and attained 3^rd position. 2010 - Super sport (600cc) with the Ridlatama Racing Team and attained 5th position in the National Championship. OMR Kawasaki Ninja 250cc with Ridlatama 3DI Racing Team attaining 3^rd position in the National Championship. 2011 - National Championship 250cc with Anjany NHK FDR CLD Racing Team attaining 1^st position. OMR Kawasaki Ninja 150cc National Championship with Anjany NHK FDR CLD Racing Team attaining 2nd position. 2011 - 2012 Int’l LARRS Supersport 600cc at Losail Circuit in Qatar attaining 2^ndposition in the National Championship. His current bike of choice is a CBR 500cc and is presently 10th in his class, but Adrian is climbing the ranks like a bat out of hell and for Adrian hoisting the Indonesian flag on the victor’s podium is his main objective this season and his white whale. Adrian is a young talented Motto GP racer in the Euro JR. Cup and is kicking ass so out look for him. Not to shabby for a 19 year old… Now you know how he got to be where he is now. We thought we take the opportunity to sit down with him before he jets off around the world again and see what the young man had to say for him self. Deus: Name and year you wer born and Zodiac sign?

Him: Ali Adrian Sayah Rusmi Putlri 1993, year of the Rooster.Deus: Wow, that’s a mouth full. Him: That’s what she said. Deus: Cheeky Bastard. Deus: How long have you been racing bikes and what class are you currently racing in? Him: Pro six years, class Euro JR. cup CBR 500cc Deus: Is it true you are the only Indonesian on the circuit? Him: Yes that’s true as well as the only Asian for the Euro JR. cup Deus: Which group of racers do you hang with when you have down time? Him: Well mostly all of then, but I do gravitate towards the Spanish racers. Deus: If there was only 1 bike at Deus and you and Dhump needed to go to a party who would ride bitch? Him: Dustin for sure. Deus: Now I heard that you went out on the town with the boys last night, where did you go and when did you get home? Him: First drinks at Deus, then Sky garden and then around Kuta. I got home at 4am. Deus: That’s a good bender, now I see that you have a glass of orange juice, is there a bit of vodka in there? A bit of “Hair of the Dog” for ya? Him: Nah just O.J. Deus: What are your other interests? Him: Bicycles, I like going to the beach, music standard stuff. But since I am in the middle of the season and heading to the world champs I’m always in the gym and training. Deus: You a Black Sabbath fan? Him: Not that I’m aware of. Deus: Well then, I’ll make you a mix tape for your ear-canals to get down on. Him: What’s an ear-canal? Deus: you’ll see. Deus:When not in Indo where do u hang your leathers at night? Him: Jakarta. Deus:How are the groupies on the circuit? Him: Fine, sometimes there really distracting, god knows there’s quite a few of them in Europe. Deus: Any last word for future racers out there? Him: Never give up, and after last night, always find time to have fun with your friends…

Well there you have it, that’s what’s on the mind of a 19yr old Euro JR cup racer. Adrian, you’re a good egg and we wish you the very best as you haul ass down the track with your knees dragging around the corners, and lets hoist that Championship Trophy this year. And when you get back to The Temple we’ll all go back to Kuta, but yer buying…

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Setiap tahun, teman-teman kita Tasix Adventure—penyelenggara petualangan ban berlumpur dan adrenalin berbahan bakar terbaik di Bali—mengadakan acara akhir pekan berkemah yang sangat dinanti-nantikan. Mereka menamakannya “ The Wild,” dan jujur saja, tidak ada kata yang lebih pas dari itu.

Ini bukan sekadar acara; ini adalah petualangan wajib bagi siapa saja yang mencintai tanah, tantangan, dan persahabatan yang hanya bisa terjalin saat tertawa melihat teman lain terjatuh.

Hal tentang The Wild adalah misterinya. Kamu tidak tahu ke mana akan pergi, bagaimana sampai di sana, atau apa yang akan kamu temui—seperti hidup, tapi dengan lebih banyak asap knalpot.

Tahun ini, The Wild yang berlangsung pada 7 Desember 2024, mengumpulkan 135 pecinta motor enduro, trail, dan cross di Desa Kopi, Tabanan. Tepat pukul 9 pagi, kami berangkat menuju Desa Gesing, Singaraja. Rute tetap dirahasiakan hingga hari acara, meningkatkan sensasi penasaran dan antusiasme. Dengan dibagi menjadi beberapa kelompok kecil, kami melengkapi diri dengan perlengkapan motocross lengkap untuk menghadapi tantangan musim hujan.

Perjalanan? Murni magis. Jalur berkelok melalui permata tersembunyi Bali, di mana setiap tikungan menawarkan pemandangan yang memukau atau hampir membuat jantung berhenti. Rute tahun ini menghadirkan medan tanah liat merah—dijuluki tanah "keramik" karena teksturnya yang licin dan keras saat basah. Untuk melintasinya, diperlukan teknik khusus yang disebut “paddling the throttle,” sebuah manuver yang mendebarkan dengan motor yang sering bergoyang liar. Dari kejauhan, mungkin terlihat lucu, tetapi saat di atas motor? Ceritanya berbeda.

Setelah menempuh 68 kilometer petualangan liar, kami tiba di perkemahan di puncak bukit yang sudah dipenuhi tenda-tenda peserta lain dan deru knalpot. Destinasi selalu mencuri perhatian, dan yang satu ini tidak terkecuali—tempat tinggi dengan pemandangan 360 derajat yang menakjubkan dari laut, gunung, hingga kota.

Saat hujan turun, tenda-tenda didirikan, dan malam itu diisi dengan berbagi cerita tentang penyelamatan heroik dan kecelakaan yang menggelikan. Dan tentu saja, ada balapan. Bayangkan sekelompok pengendara penuh semangat meluncur di perbukitan dalam kekacauan yang terkontrol. Balapan tahun ini termasuk duel 1 lawan 1 yang seru di sekitar puncak bukit, dengan peserta menyelesaikan dua putaran penuh adrenalin.

Bukan soal menang; ini tentang hadir, tertawa, dan menikmati momen. Para pemenang dan peserta tercepat yang mencapai puncak bukit dirayakan dengan hadiah, tetapi senyuman, persahabatan, dan kebersamaan membuat semua orang merasa seperti juara.

The Wild tahun ini benar-benar sesuai namanya, bahkan lebih. Petualangan, tawa, dan cukup banyak tanah di gigi untuk menyebutnya otentik—kami tidak akan menginginkannya dengan cara lain. Terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua peserta yang menjadikannya pengalaman tak terlupakan. Sampai jumpa di petualangan berikutnya!

Every year, our mates over at Tasix Adventure—Bali’s finest purveyors of muddy tyres and fuel-driven adrenaline—host their much-anticipated camp-out weekend. They’ve named it “Wild,” and honestly, there’s no better word for it.

It’s not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for anyone who loves dirt, daring, and the kind of camaraderie you can only forge while laughing at someone else’s wipeout.

The thing about Wild is that it’s shrouded in mystery. You don’t know where you’re going, how you’ll get there, or what you’ll find—kind of like life, but with more exhaust fumes.

This year’s Wild, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, brought together 135 enthusiasts of enduro, trail, and cross motorcycles at Desa Kopi, Tabanan. The route was kept a secret until the event day, heightening the thrill of the unknown. At exactly 9 am, they shared the destination, Desa Gesing, Singaraja, Divided into small groups, we geared up with full motocross kits to tackle the rainy season’s challenges.

The ride? Pure magic. Twisting trails through Bali’s hidden gems, where every turn promised either breathtaking views or breathtaking near-misses. This year’s route featured red clay terrain—nicknamed "ceramic" soil for its slick, hard texture when wet. Navigating it required a special technique called “paddling the throttle,” a nerve-wracking maneuver that had bikes swaying wildly. From a distance, it might have looked hilarious, but on the bike? It was a whole other story.

After 68 kilometres of this wild adventure, we arrived at the hilltop campsite already alive with the buzz of activity and the roar of exhausts. The destination always steals the spotlight, and this one was no exception—a high-altitude perch offering stunning 360-degree views of the sea, mountains, and city.

As the rain came down, tents went up, and the evening was all about swapping stories of heroic saves and laughable crashes. And then there were the races. Picture a pack of overexcited riders tearing up the hillside in what can only be described as controlled chaos. This year’s races included thrilling 1-on-1 duels around the hilltop, with participants pushing through two laps of sheer adrenaline.

It wasn’t just about winning; it was about showing up, laughing, and embracing the moment. The race winners and the fastest hilltop arrivals were celebrated with prizes, but the smiles, the camaraderie, and the shared triumphs made everyone feel like champions.

This year’s Wild lived up to its name and then some. Adventure, laughter, and just enough dirt in your teeth to call it authentic—we wouldn’t have it any other way. A massive thank you to all the participants who made it unforgettable. See you on the next adventure!