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    Bakkie/Trailer Parking near East London

    I’m planning a Wild coast trip for me and the missus - Leaving Cape St Francis on the 3rd of June and returning on the 10th. Ideally I would like to start riding in East London, so I’m wondering if anyone has or know of secure parking for my bakkie and trailer in East London or nearby? Thanks...
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    170/60/R17 Near Oudtshoorn

    Two friends from the Netherlands are currently touring the Western/Southern Cape on an 1190S and a 650GS. The rear tyre on Wouter’s 1190S is busy falling apart [emoji28] 4 punctures in the last hour. Anyone in the Oudtshoorn area that can assist with a tyre? Even an old tyre that will last till...
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    Safe parking in/around Robertson

    We're on our way to Robertson to do the Arangieskop hike.  I've just heard that it isn't safe anymore to park at the start of the trail.  Can someone perhaps assist with safe parking for my car till Sunday morning?
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    Tankwa Cross Country Rally on a 1200 GS

    I'll write and post this ride report in sections - one for each day of the race.  Work is keeping me busy, so it may take a few days to finish it! Unfortunately, I didn't take that many photos at the event, but will post the ones I have. Prologue A few of my friends entered to ride in the...
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    Why you should be wearing a neck brace

    Good data that shows why you should be wearing a neck brace... https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/8696ef_e368603256a842af99cf2270914596b4.pdf
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    Contact details for farmer on Old Postal route

    Does anyone have contact details for the farmer whose home is on the Old Postal route?  The road runs through his yard and I'd like to confirm that the gate will be open.
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    BMW GS Trophy regional qualifiers on 17 February 2018

    For the first time, BMW is taking GS Trophy South Africa to the picturesque town of Montagu in the Western Cape. There will be plenty of on and off-road routes, varying levels of difficulty and of course, breath-taking vistas and scenery to match. To participate in the skills challenges at GS...
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    FS: Husky 501 - low hours R88k (Sold)

    Putting this one back on the market.  It is a 2016 model with 20 hours. The bike has never been raced. It has also never been dropped, so it is pretty much in showroom condition. Reason for selling:  I bought the bike to participate in rallies.  Due to some uncertainty around the future of the...
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    Vote for this photo and help Team SA win this year's international GS Trophy

    Vote here to support Byron, Charl and John - https://r.bmw-motorrad.com/voting
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    2011 KTM 990R for sale (Sold)

    I'm selling my 2011 KTM 990R.  The bike currently has 25 200km on the clock.  Price dropped to R107 000 The following extras are included: Akrapovic exhaust (Original also included) Two-finger clutch and brake lever (Originals also included) Crash bars Frame protectors Garmin cradle for Zumo...
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    Rear Brake Problem

    Rode my 2011 990R on the weekend for the first time in a few weeks and immediately noticed a problem with my rear brake. At first I thought it wasn't working at all, but then realized that it still works if I push down far enough. I can still lock it on the tar, but the distance that the lever...
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    Need route advice from KZN / Mpumalanga dogs

    A friend and I have a 5 day trip planned through Lesotho from Monday onwards, including Sani, Ongeluksnek etc. The cold weather that arrived earlier this week has made me think that we should rather come back in December to do Lesotho. Seeing that we're already in Bethlehem (travelled from CT)...
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    Most interesting route from Greyton to Barrydale?

    Kan iemand wat daardie omgewing goed ken bietjie raad gee?  Soveel grondpad as moontlik en 'n paar tegniese uitdagins sal welkom wees. Van Montagu af loop daar 'n grondpad langs die Kinga rivier tot waar hy na die Grootrivier split.  Volgens T4A loop daar 'n pad (privaat) van daar na die...
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    Tegniese roete - Kaapstad omgewing

    Wonder of daar een naby CT is? As 'n groterige bike daar kan loop sal ek hom probeer.
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    Öhlins for GSA

    I need to have the front shock of my 2010 GSA refurbished or replaced. Currently have ESA, but would like to consider options such as Öhlins even if it means losing ESA. Has anyone here fitted Öhlins on a GSA or know where I can get a quote?
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    990 Adventure - Running Costs and Fuel Range

    I have this itch... but I'm a little worried about: Running costs.  I've heard rumours that KTM's services are quite expensive.  A mate of mine's colleague rides a 990R and claims that a service from KTM costs between R4k and R7k?!  If that is true and one adds the 7500km service intervals you...
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    GPS Tracks for Anysberg Reserve

    Hi Guys I've seen some photos of nice technical sections (sandy/rocky etc) in the Anysberg Nature Reserve.  Does anyone have some GPS routes/tracks for that area?  Will be appreciated!
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    Northern Namibia and Southern Angola - Route Advice Needed

    I'm planning a 2 week trip in Northern Namibia and Southern Angola for a group of about 5 bikes.  The idea is to camp whilst staying off the beaten track.  Any advice regarding good way points, routes, GPS tracks etc. will be much appreciated!
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    BMW Rallye Pro 3 Trousers for Sale (Sold)

    Black/Yellow Size 54. Immaculate condition. Phone Dirk at 0741486283 or [email protected]. R3500.
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    Hello uit Stellenbosch

    Het in die verlede al so bietjie hier rond gekyk, maar was nog nooit regtig aktief nie. Die naweek se lekker ry saam met van die WD manne by die CABC het my oortuig om die forum bietjie aktief te probeer.
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