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    Wanted - Lift for trailer Plett to Somerset W

    Hi All, I need an empty 4m trailer towed from Plett to SW in the next couple of days. If there is anyone doing this trip, I would greatly appreciate it. I would of course contribute substantially to your fuel costs. Thanks, Peter
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    Battery Amps

    I have once again been struck by the 800GS battery killer bug which left me stranded the other day.  Started easily once I managed to find a jump start and rode home no problem.  Yesterday I went to Midas and bought a new battery.  I asked the salesman for a YTX14BS which he promptly gave me, I...
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    Original Bash Plate Give Away

    I have a pretty much brand new 800GS original plastic bash plate as well as a cheapie top box plate for the taking.  I am in Plett, so either collection or courier at your cost.
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    F800GS Dim Indicator

    Has anyone had the problem of on indicator (LED) suddenly going dim.  In my case it is the rear right.  It still flashes, but is really dim compared to the rest.  I have checked the connections and they seem fine.  I tried connecting the right indicator to the left side harness, but then it...
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    Bakkie Space Offer PE/Plett

    Hi, I am leaving Plett for PE Mon 11th and returning around 15th.  I have some space on the back for mid size objects, or I could tow a trailer if need be. Peter, 0827788003
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    F800GS Charging Woes - Finally Sorted

    Hi all.  Recently sukkeled to start the bike and having had the same symptoms previously, went off and bought a new battery, thinking problem solved (for another year to 18mths anyway).  Bike started great for the rest of that day, but next day again the slow starter turn over, although it did...
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    Tpt offered PE to Plett/Knysna

    Hi, leaving PE tomorrow morning (1st), can take smallish parcel if can strap to bike or fit in topbox.
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    Small parcel Plett to East London

    Hi, anyone travelling from Plett to EL by any chance.  I have a small package, envelope size (window channel for an old Toyota bakkie), probably less than 100gr that needs a lift.  Thanks in advance to anyone who could possibly help.  Cheers, Peter
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    Assistance Needed

    Hi, Is there anyone in or around Somerset West that could help out a buddy of mine.  He is stuck at BP Heritage Park on the N2 with a broken valve stem.  His number is 083 473 4743.  Name is Mike and he will compensate with beer or cash. Thanks, Peter
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    Smallish Package 10Kgs

    Hi, anyone able to take a parcel from the Garden Route to Pretoria for me please.  Another forumite is interested in a dehumidifier I'm selling, but need to get it to him.  Thanks, Peter
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    Small Package Durban to Knysna/Plett

    Hi, is there anyone travelling from Durban to the Garden Route who could maybe bring a package ( 2 x door rollers, less than 1Kg) along in their baggage?  Would save me a whole lot of trouble.  Thanks in advance
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    Wheel Balancing

    Due to the fact that nobody in my neck of the woods balances bike wheels, I decided to make my own balancer and try for myself.  Seems to do the job except that it took 180gr of weight to balance.  This seems excessive, I mean that's a fistfull of lead, literally.  The tyre is a Mitas E07+...
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    Torque Values Front & Rear Sprockets

    Hi, could someone please tell me the torque values for a 800GS sprockets, Front and rear. Thanks
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    Chain and Sprockets

    Any vendors reading this board?  I am in need of a chain and sprockets, 2008 800GS. Please forward some prices and options.  I am battling to get any response from the shops down my side, Plett.  Thanks, Peter
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    Dead Bike

    Funny thing happened to me yesterday, well not so funny as it left me stranded.  Went of to the shops, bike behaving perfectly with no issues.  Spent less than 5 minutes buying stuff, hopped on the bike switched on and pressed the starter.  Starter motor gave a half arsed turn and everything...
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    Lift for tent Hibberdene (KZN) to Knysna (WC)

    I need to get a large army tent from Hibberdene to knysna.  The whole package weighs about 100 Kg's and consists of canvass, 700 x 700 x 700 mm, and poles, 300 mm diameter x 2000 mm.  If anyone has a truck/van doing this route, or knows of someone that could assist, I would be most grateful.  I...
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    Battlewings Swap

    Set of Bridgestone Battlewings for 800gs with about 50 % tread left, to swap for beer
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    150/70/17 on Transalp

    Anyone know if a 150/70/17 will fit on a standard Transalp rim and will there be enough space between the swingarms?
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    TomTom Rider

    Hi All, anyone using a TomTom Rider 2nd Edition and if so are you happy with it?  Mine has given me endless crap from day one and I am interested to know if this is product related, just my unit, or maybe the way I use/abuse it. Your inputs will be most useful. Thanks, Peter
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    Tyres

    For sale, set Battlewing tyres, original off 800 GS, about 40 to 50 % tread left.  R 750
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