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  1. Big Al

    A vent about riders and this sense of self-entitlement.

    Similarly to a thread a while back about some Harley guys with this self-entitlement attitude, and having seen and been on the receiving end of one or two of these types of riders, I've decided to ride with my camera, and to capture if any some of these guys who feel entitled and above everyone...
  2. Big Al

    Old VR1 DS Helmet for sale. *** SOLD ***

    Gents, haven't used this for years, it's in the way and just gathering dust. Its an old VR1 DS Helmet with a full face tinted visor. It doesn't have an internal eye visor, just the one large visor. Helmet features a D-ring chin strap. All the internals are clean and have been washed. I'm an XL...
  3. Big Al

    Cruz Tools BMW Specific toolkit for sale *** SOLD ***

    Guys, In my cleanups, I have found this toolkit which I no longer need. It's complete, has been used but all the tools are there, and I've replenished the kit with new tape, torch with new Batteries. I want R 1800-00. Postage anywhere in SA for additional R 100-00 via Postnet only. cheers Alan.
  4. Big Al

    Insurance? Who with? What type?

    Hi guys, I've been calling around recently trying to get some decent coverage for this "new" scoot I've just bought. Firstly, premiums are all over 700 bucks a month,f or a 2015 650 cc scoot, which bothers me immensely, but even moreso, it seems you cannot get 3rd Party only for a Motorcycle...
  5. Big Al

    2009 Suzuki Burgman 400 Scooter for sale. **** SOLD ****

    Hi guys, I know it's not a DS bike, but it's an awesome commuter. Selling my 400cc Burgman as I've found a good deal on a bigger model. This is a 2009 facelift model with just over 70 000 kms. My daily commuter to work and back. Comes with a Givi touring high screen, Dr Pulley sliders and...
  6. Big Al

    BMW K75 triple for sale. ** SOLD **

    Hi, reluctantly selling this bike, not being used and need the funds for personal reasons. Spent 6 months doing a complete strip-down and rebuild. Mechanically 100% inside and out. Completely cleaned up, cosmetically completed to a high degree. High quality powder-coated frame, BMW matched...
  7. Big Al

    BMW K 75 triple For Sale. ** WITHDRAWN **

    Keeping the Bike. No reason to sell it right now.
  8. Big Al

    K75 wheels and brakes\calipers left over for sale.

    After my GS wire wheel conversion, I have a full set of wheels let over for sale. Rims were straightened out 100% (Invoice) Discs are 100%, includes ABS gears. Also offered the front twin Brembo Disc Calipers and pads and the interlinking metal brake hose, as well as the rear Brembo caliper with...
  9. Big Al

    Brake hoses in Paarden Eiland? Who? Where please?

    Guys, I need new braided hoses made up in Paarden Eiland please. Who makes hoses? (I know about hosefit), they a bit expensive IMO. Anyone else?) Alan
  10. Big Al

    BMW K 75 / K 100 wheels, tyres and brakes for sale.

    Hey there, I have a pair of wheels for sale. These are original Aluminium Rims which came off my BMW K 75 when I did a Cafe' conversion. I got them straightened at Mag repair shop in Cape Town, and then got a deal on wire wheels so these became obsolete. I have the invoice for the work done...
  11. Big Al

    I need 10 mm's milled off a Hub?

    Hi guys, need to bounce this off a few technical minds and get feedback. Soundboard please. I'm rebuilding a K 75 Brick, everything is pretty stock, except I've gone wire wheels route to add that extra WOW factor.It's certainly looking the part, however, my rear now sits about 10 mm's as close...
  12. Big Al

    Awesome stuff. With our own Wade Young from South Africa.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUKpOSba-Kc
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    Old GS 1100\1200 Calipers wanted please?

    Gents, I'm trying to build a Cafe out of an old K75. I'm fitting GS 1100 Spoked wheels, which foul the K75's Thicker Calipers. Looking for an old, unused set of Calipers please? I'm pretty budgetless, so would appreciate 2nd hand pricing if you do have a set. thanks in advance guys  :thumleft...
  14. Big Al

    Old Calipers lying around? Anyone?

    Guys, I'm building a Cafe out of a K75. I've bought a 2nd hand pair of 1100 GS wheels which the K75's Calipers don't like the GS Wheels width, Spokes intrusion.. Anyone possibly have old Calipers they aren't using, pls pm me..  :thumleft: thanks in advance. Alan
  15. Big Al

    Who does Electro-plating (BLACKENING) of Stainless Steel Spokes - *SORTED*

    Hi guys, attempting to get some Stainless Steel Spokes "Blackened", electro-plated, in Cape Town? Any of the rebuilders\customizers know who to go to? Lucinco turn away motorbike parts Metallica can't help Totally at a loss here. Dunno where to go, but want a matt black finish on 80 Bike...
  16. Big Al

    Knock knock? Cafe in the making...

    Anyone in here, building, cutting, restoring, modding?  :thumleft:
  17. Big Al

    Anyone in submersible Sensors Industry. Fueltank sensor needed.

    Guys, need a little help please. Gonna be starting a Cafe build of sorts soon, problem is the fuel level sensor is stuffed. Not too much of an issue as the dash doesn't have a fuel gauge, only a reserve LED". So, my idea is to retro mount some sort of a submersible sensor in the bottom of the...
  18. Big Al

    WANTED. BMW K75 running and in daily use? If you have one PLEASE let me know..

    Hey Dargs, 3 years ago I promised my laatie I'd buy him a car when he matriculated, and part of that funding was selling me one and only R100 Cafe Racer build. I have subsequently tried hard to buy it back, but the new owner is not interested. :'( I am wanting to build another project bike and...
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    Very cool Commercial.

    Some awesome TV Advertising here, with a great "feel good" sentiment.. Pls embed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vksdBSVAM6g
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