IceCreamMan Posted March 16, 2020 Posted March 16, 2020 Those free coffee's cost so much in chrome, be warned....... I have said it before, the Livewire intrigues me and if the charging network is good enough and when/if the price ever becomes more reasonable, then I will consider one. Its nigh on 30 grand here, to put in perspective a Tesla 3 is around 36k iirc. The Livewire has a range of 90 miles. If i commuted on it i would need to charge it every night, its a lil impractical. Harley must be applauded for the initiative but perhaps they just a lil ahead of the curve on this. Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1
BenReaper Posted March 16, 2020 Posted March 16, 2020 After much prevarication between a 2017 Africa Twin and a 2014 XT1200 this machine threw me a curve ball and stole my Randellas! A 2015 1190 by our Orange friends. Will Thursday get some Anakee Wild Tyres and a Remus end can. Buggar it is quick......though not as brutal as Big Zed the ZRX1200 R.Top speed is ridiculous for an Adventure bike and the various rider modes will take a bit of getting used to. Top box is now removed, as usefull as they are, I don’t like them.2CEC17DC-59E1-45D2-A609-13D2F97C1196.jpegLekker bike you got there. Moerse upgrade from the KLR, even though that was a lekker bike in its own way.Many safe kilometers dude.[emoji1690] IceCreamMan 1
BenReaper Posted March 16, 2020 Posted March 16, 2020 Its unlike any other bike i have ever ridden before. It is engaging though and it is fun and i guess thats what it is about. An one rides slowly past the shop windows to get a glimpse of just how bad ass one actually is. Also a lot more compact than you would think a harley to be.Nice!!! Almost baught a 883 Iron myself over the weekend, but like they say if you snooze you loose. Only considered it as it was a great deal. Probably for the best that I mist it though as I've actually had my sight set on a adventure bike for a long time now.
BenReaper Posted March 16, 2020 Posted March 16, 2020 (edited) Speaking of, I'm still a year off from buying something around R100k in the adventure market. I've not much interest in the GS 1200 or KTM's, although these are the benchmark bike's I'm looking for something cheaper maintenance wise in the long run. The Super Tenere has been top of my list with the V-Strom trailing shortly behind, and most recently the Honda Crosstourer has caught my attention. That said I have a itch and can't see myself waiting another year to scratch it. So decided to look for something in the R60k bracket for now. Also keeping in mind whatever I buy will need to do 2up comfortably and at highway speed (neither of which my DR600 is capable of). This has me now looking at older models like the V-Strom 650 and Transalp 650/700. But I'm leaning pretty hard towards the F800GS as of late. Edited March 16, 2020 by BenReaper Hairy 1
BenReaper Posted March 16, 2020 Posted March 16, 2020 I've spoken too a buddy who has owned the F800GS for the past three years and he has nothing but praises for the bike. I would however like to hear from others aswell who might have some experience with owning these bikes or other options regarding these bikes.
mazambaan Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 I cannot buy a bike I can't pick up if it falls over.
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Speaking of, I'm still a year off from buying something around R100k in the adventure market. I've not much interest in the GS 1200 or KTM's, although these are the benchmark bike's I'm looking for something cheaper maintenance wise in the long run. The Super Tenere has been top of my list with the V-Strom trailing shortly behind, and most recently the Honda Crosstourer has caught my attention. That said I have a itch and can't see myself waiting another year to scratch it. So decided to look for something in the R60k bracket for now. Also keeping in mind whatever I buy will need to do 2up comfortably and at highway speed (neither of which my DR600 is capable of). This has me now looking at older models like the V-Strom 650 and Transalp 650/700. But I'm leaning pretty hard towards the F800GS as of late. Look at the Triumph Tiger 800XC, I had one and it was an amazing bike.Can't compare to any of the other in its segment though. I have ridden my dad's DL650, and while it is a great bike, the tiger was much better. But completely different segments too. BenReaper 1
sawystertrance Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Ice Cream, when you going to take a ride up to Ace Cafe?
RocknRolla Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Current 8gs owner. no issues (2013 spec) been doing maintenence regularly. Did fork seals a while ago.I get around 20k on a set of tyres as well as chain and sprockets.consumption around 20km/l most of my miles are commuting, of which around 40% 2-up the motor is quite awake for the weight of the bike. But then again, coming from. 650dakar previously, anything is more awake... Spokey, BenReaper, Steven Knoetze (sk27) and 2 others 5
IceCreamMan Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Ice Cream, when you going to take a ride up to Ace Cafe? Soon, may pop up this weekend seeing as just about everything else gets cancelled. sawystertrance 1
BenReaper Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Current 8gs owner. no issues (2013 spec) been doing maintenence regularly. Did fork seals a while ago.I get around 20k on a set of tyres as well as chain and sprockets.consumption around 20km/l most of my miles are commuting, of which around 40% 2-up the motor is quite awake for the weight of the bike. But then again, coming from. 650dakar previously, anything is more awake...Have contacted two dealers this morning whom advertised bikes in my price range and both were unfortunately gone already.The others I see are either unfinanceable or out of my price range.......or in Gauteng. The missus and I are going to go have a look at a friends 800gs this afternoon to get a feel for it and check how it is for us comfort wise.Also going round to another friend who owns a V-Strom to have a look at that aswell. Think this will let us distinguish which would be a better suited option for us.I am however starting to rethink my decision in the light of the uncertainty of what impact the Covid-19 virus might have on our economy in the near future. Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1
Kalahari Vegmot Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Have contacted two dealers this morning whom advertised bikes in my price range and both were unfortunately gone already.The others I see are either unfinanceable or out of my price range.......or in Gauteng. The missus and I are going to go have a look at a friends 800gs this afternoon to get a feel for it and check how it is for us comfort wise.Also going round to another friend who owns a V-Strom to have a look at that aswell. Think this will let us distinguish which would be a better suited option for us.I am however starting to rethink my decision in the light of the uncertainty of what impact the Covid-19 virus might have on our economy in the near future.Please keep us updated. How tall are you? BenReaper 1
BenReaper Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 Look at the Triumph Tiger 800XC, I had one and it was an amazing bike.Can't compare to any of the other in its segment though. I have ridden my dad's DL650, and while it is a great bike, the tiger was much better. But completely different segments too.The Triumphs look like great bikes and a great contender for the GS, but unfortunately they are mostly out of my price range. I did see an older V-Strom 1000 for a good price this morning. Would be a great bike to get by on for a year or three until I can afford to upgrade to a DL1000xt.
Kalahari Vegmot Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 The Triumphs look like great bikes and a great contender for the GS, but unfortunately they are mostly out of my price range.I did see an older V-Strom 1000 for a good price this morning. Would be a great bike to get by on for a year or three until I can afford to upgrade to a DL1000xt.https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/new-germany/triumph-tiger-800xc/1006920505320911305600209 https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/new-germany/triumph-tiger-800-xc/1006472933550911305600209 BenReaper 1
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 The Triumphs look like great bikes and a great contender for the GS, but unfortunately they are mostly out of my price range.I did see an older V-Strom 1000 for a good price this morning. Would be a great bike to get by on for a year or three until I can afford to upgrade to a DL1000xt. Just be very sure of what you are getting the bike for.The tiger and 800gs cannot be compared to the v-strom 1000.The former can very easily be ridden offroad and will be very competent. The V-strom is very much a road bike with the looks of something that could go offroad but will probably be horrible and more than likely break.Just something to think of. BenReaper and sawystertrance 2
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/new-germany/triumph-tiger-800xc/1006920505320911305600209 https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/new-germany/triumph-tiger-800-xc/1006472933550911305600209 The 60k km valve service is a big bill if you can't do it yourself......
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