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So it has finally happened. My Nav VI started ghosting (registering touch on the screen without it being touched). I purchased it used a while ago so no warranty. I have been in contact with Garmin but I have heard they might not repair. They are unable to give me an estimate of the screen...

Thor Guardian Body Armour up for grabs. Size XL/2XL. I am about 182cm and 95kg as reference. Fits well. Used for a few adv rides but, not needed anymore. No falls with it. Selling as I don't use it anymore. R800 Collection only, No shipping. Located in Burgundy Estate, Cape Town.

So we decided to take the long road up to the big smoke from Cape Town. Plan is to ride up the N1 to Three sisters then break away and follow the N12 stopping somewhere around Hope Town for the night. Tomorrow we will make our way to Gauteng to visit the folks for a few days then back to Cape...

Ok so all the people I see commuting lane splits. I do the same in stand still or slow traffic. Seldom at higher speeds on the highway but, since when has people in cages started doing the same? The last few days I have had two try do this and I am trying my best not to strip my moer. Let me...

Picked up my 2016 R1200 GSA few weeks back after upgrading from a 2015 F800 GSA. We decided (better half and myself) that we would like to go visit family over Christmas in JHB and we planning to ride the bike up from cape town and via Upington back to Cape Town. The bike has a full service...

Hi Guys, Seeing as I just got a new scooter (upgraded from a F800 GSA to R1200 GSA LC) I thought I would put it to a proper test and ride it from Cape Town to JHB. I am planning two days for the ride with pillion but, thought I would ask the people here if there are any interesting routes to...

Morning everyone, Anyone know where I can get rear wheel hub rubbers for my 2015 F800GSA? I am replacing the rear disk and pads soon and want to replace the rubbers while the wheel is off. They seem a bit worn

Decided to create one area where I post my report videos. Last Sunday, I set off last minute with a rough plan for a solo ride. With more or less an idea where I want to go and some charged camera batteries, I set off on my own little adventure. Route took me via Paarl, Franschoek and...

Had a quick ride with some other riders to an area just outside of Montague, Western Cape. Was fun but, also noticed how unfit I am. 450km round trip and about 8 hours in the saddle https://youtu.be/I7M4A6qPns0

So last Sunday I did what my mother always told me not to do. I met random people off the internet. You see.. I joined a whatsapp group for Cape Town ADV bois and been following the rides and photos. Last weekend, I decide to join the group for an "easy ride" from Durbanville to Darling...

Found some old clips of a trip we did out to Cederberg on new years day. Thought I would throw a quick video edit together and post it. Might cause some itchy boots :ricky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWXg3Er6FYY

Greetings dogs, Seeing as I have a keen interest in motorcycles, aviation and started to play around with some video filming and editing, I have decided to try and combine the three into one small project. So here is the idea, I am looking for remote locations in the Western Cape, preferably...

Morning dogs, After a bit of chain cleaning last night I noticed that my chain is getting to the end of its life. When I replace the chain in the near future, I would like to replace the sprockets as well. Has anyone changed sprocket sizes? I ride mostly highway between 100 - 120ish with the...

So I had a bit of a smashing afternoon and collided with a car right outside Flying brick. Before I could gather my thoughts one of the flying brick staff was right next to me. I forgot to get your name and thank you for the concern and checking if all was good. Thanks dude. Sent from my...

Good morning dogz, Since I am full of shit with most things and could not find exactly what I was looking for in terms of a top box, my cousin and myself has decided to build our own the way we like it. Things are coming together nice and at the point where I want to start fitting locks. I have...

So I dropped my F800 off for a service this morning and they noted the steering neck bearings was warn out. After speaking to the shop I bought it from, they let me know that the steering bearings was replaced before it was shipped to me. Are these bearings prone to ware out quick (around...

Good day Dogs, As the subject says, I need some new tyres. My bike came with a road tyre and want to change to a tyre that is more ribbed for my pleasure. Seeing as I do a mix of road but also enjoy a lekker dirt road in the Cederberg and the mountain passes and open roads on my way there, I...

Hi everyone, Been itching for an adventure and started a rough route plan for later this year (depending when I fit a bit more offroadish tires on my F800 GSA) Plan is to ride to Cedeberg Oasis via the R355, Play around the area and stay over. Next day return via the N7. Any tips for the...

Afternoon, It looks like my rear pads are running a bit thin and would like to replace them. Where is the best place to get a set in Cape Town/Northern suburbs and recommended brands? I can do the work myself. Cheers

Is it really needed and how can I get rid of it?