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Thanks mate! And kudos for running such a good shop—popped in twice in the last few weeks for some small, essential items. Great selection and helpful staff!

BMW VentureGrip GTX boots Colour: black Size: EU47 / UK12.5 / US13 Price: R4900 (new price is R5988) Location: Cape Town Northern Suburbs, willing to Postnet at buyer's expense These are very lekker adventure boots with a waterproof GoreTex liner, full oiled leather uppers, hard shin protectors...

this  :laughing4:

If I'm reading the website correctly, that R299 900 seems to be for the 'First Edition' model, which includes extra chrome trim, pin stripes, etc. So most of what you see is in the price. Adaptive headlight, heated grips and reverse feature all cost extra. BMW South Africa are in habit of...

Surprise! It's R299 900

Here's the skinny: https://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-r18-cruiser-motorcycle

Whoa that is indeed disappointing. Hopefully it can be flashed / uncorked.

That can't be right. According to motorcyclespecs.co.za, 250L makes 23 hp and the 450L makes 52.9 hp. Yes, 7.something litres of fuel and a plank for a seat. But then, Honda aren't selling this as an 'adventure bike' - it's just supposed to be a trail bike that can link trails together on road...

Changes are inevitable as manufacturers take a bike from concept to something they can homologate and sell to the masses. From the Concept 101 to the K1600B, you can see a more practical fairing, more ground clearance, and less fancy finishes that will cost more to produce / require more...

I was at the Concorso d'Eleganza at Lake Como this past weekend, for the official unveiling.  :thumleft:

LOL well I popped in for my annual check-in, saw the bike being discussed, and thought I'd chime in. It is pretty special though. Seeing it in the flesh was a real treat, it's loaded with very nice touches and details.

That's very close to what you have already, but you want to go and put side covers and lower handlebars on it  :deal:

If you want another perspective on it, here's the article I wrote for Bike EXIF from the reveal at the Concorso d'Eleganza: https://www.bikeexif.com/bmw-concept-r18 :sip:

Don't be THAT guy...