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  1. dw1

    Sold BMW R80 G/S - first reg 01-01-1984

    Selling this old girl - 38 year old R80 G/S. Colour - Blue, still original colour from BMW factory Mileage: shows 48K but odo does not work, so no idea what correct figure is. Front mudguard and rear indicators non standard. Modifications: Wilburs progressive springs in forks. I had it done by...
  2. dw1

    Seen Bargain for 2sD - RD 350

    @2StrokeDan https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/pinetown/collector-39-s-item-1975-yamaha-rd-350/10011149727591010354228509
  3. dw1

    LF TW200 Workshop Manual - Oil leak @ starter

    My TW has an oil leak at the starter. I believe this is quite common. I would like to know if anyone here had the same problem and the fix. thnx
  4. dw1

    Anyone know what this spring is for

    this large spring came outof the frame under the fuel tank? What could it be for??
  5. dw1

    Value of Kreidler Florette?

    Anyone have an idea what this might be worth? Kreidler florrett, I think it is a K54, 1968 model. This bike is complete, on the road and licensed, totally original and in beautiful condition. amazing barn find
  6. dw1

    Bought this today R80 G/S

    I bought this baby today. 1982 R80G/S 42K km Stock standard - even the colour. runs perfectly.
  7. dw1

    IT goes for swim - Sad ending

    Good rains in the Calitzdorp area and the river coming down strong. yesterday a group of riders wanted to cross one of the drifts in Groenfontein and the only Italian in the group went for a swim. The others caught a fright and did not attempt the crossing. This morning they were back to do...
  8. dw1

    BMW/Laverda Prototypes - Interesting story

    End of 1976, under the pressure of the US BMW importer who wanted to counter the Japanese brands increasing their market shares on the US off-road motorcycles market, Hans-Günter von der Marwitz, BMW technical director, decided to contact his friend Massimo Laverda asking him to realize an...
  9. dw1

    Norton bought by Indian TVS

    Another iconic British marque going to the shits. Norton was bought by Indian company TVS for 19m Pounds. Lets see what they do with it. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-norton-motorcycles-m-a-tvs-motor/indias-tvs-motor-snaps-up-british-brand-norton-motorcycles-idUSKBN21Z2PJ
  10. dw1

    Lockdown ride

    Today i decided to do a bit of a lockdown ride. Just a daytrip so as not to violate the Guberment’s rules – Not completely in any case. First had to decide which bike to take, it being a fairly gnarly ride I decided on the 200 Djebel.  Took it out of the garage to do a proper pre-ride check...
  11. dw1

    KTM 950 - 2004 Done only 25258 km

    Owned it from brand new. All long distance riding Serviced 2 months ago by heddles here on the forum. Ask him about the condition and what he thinks about the bike Only one small off in the sand in Namibia in 2004- no damage. New Sprockets, chain, Rear tyre, battery and Stearing head bearings...
  12. dw1

    Value of R100/7 - 1977 model in original condition? 11000 km only

    What would you guys reckon this bike is worth? I believe it only has 11000 km on the clock and stock standard. I'm interested in buying it What do you think - would 45K be a reasonable price?
  13. dw1

    R80G/S Final drive main seal leaking

    Any tips as to best procedure, changing the seal? Oil leaking into brake drum.
  14. dw1

    R80G/S backfiring

    Anybody have an idea what could be the cause.One of my G/S's starts easy and goes well until it is warm then starts backfiring and have no power. After a while it runs OK again but only for a little while then it starts again. I have an idea it might be one of the carbs but dont just want to...
  15. dw1

    XR500R project bike for sale

    I have 2 of these - bought as project to rebuild but no time so decided to sell One is complete - sort of and engine running. needs some parts like break cables etc. 2nd in parts but mostly there. Engine stripped etc. R10k for the lot.
  16. dw1

    1990 Honda XR200R SOLD

    Honda in perfect condition - almost brand new. Only 428 km on the clock perfect original condition R23000
  17. dw1

    1983 - XT600 For sale. SOLD

    Good condition - runs well. Bitch to start. Licensed and on the road. R20K Slightly neg.
  18. dw1

    1983 Yam XT600 Tenere for sale/Swop

    I think around R25K would be a fair price. Done roadworthy last week and runs well. Bitch to start but otherwise really nice bike to ride. Also willing to swop for TW200/XT500  with some cash adjustment.
  19. dw1

    DR200 - Nelspruit to Kempton Park/Pta

    I am also going to Pta from Calitzdorp next week. I can take some smaller stuff with if anyone has a need.
  20. dw1

    "Advised" to do this

    So I have made a couple of posts on another thread and was "advised" that this is the correct protocol - come here and do an introduction. I have been riding bikes for 3 decades - started off with AG175 ( This was a great bike - high and low gears like a tractor) and currently have a KTM 950...
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