Is motorcycling allowed?

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3 hours ago, Spokey said:

Hi there

 

I use the ATG bags. They are the medium size if I remember correctly. Perfect for a week away and staying in guest houses. I carry tyre repair kit and rain suite in the top box including basic tools though am aware of the weight higher up. I bought a second chain tool today with the correct links as I forgot my other one in my KLR’s saddlebags. I had visions of a busted chain on Naudes Nek……….the puncture was enough of a hassle!  I do have a great water proof barrel bag to sit on the rear seat but did not need so much volume this trip, that would be good if camping. If two up I would have to rethink my  system. I carry my back back for the hydration bladder but invariably end up strapping it to the front of the top box as I get tired of the weight on the shoulders……..my wife kindly reminds me that I am not as young as I once was! 
 I can really recommend the ATG bags. The inner bags seal by the roll top method and are totally water proof. 

They look pretty decent and well priced! Can almost get a set of the ATG 32L panniers for the price of 1 Kriega OS-32.

[mazambaan]

11 hours ago, Spokey said:

Hi there

 

I use the ATG bags. They are the medium size if I remember correctly. Perfect for a week away and staying in guest houses. I carry tyre repair kit and rain suite in the top box including basic tools though am aware of the weight higher up. I bought a second chain tool today with the correct links as I forgot my other one in my KLR’s saddlebags. I had visions of a busted chain on Naudes Nek……….the puncture was enough of a hassle!  I do have a great water proof barrel bag to sit on the rear seat but did not need so much volume this trip, that would be good if camping. If two up I would have to rethink my  system. I carry my back back for the hydration bladder but invariably end up strapping it to the front of the top box as I get tired of the weight on the shoulders……..my wife kindly reminds me that I am not as young as I once was! 
 I can really recommend the ATG bags. The inner bags seal by the roll top method and are totally water proof. 

What a lekker ride (hope you missed the rains). I'm envious.

[sawystertrance]

13 hours ago, Spokey said:

Hi there

 

I use the ATG bags. They are the medium size if I remember correctly. Perfect for a week away and staying in guest houses. I carry tyre repair kit and rain suite in the top box including basic tools though am aware of the weight higher up. I bought a second chain tool today with the correct links as I forgot my other one in my KLR’s saddlebags. I had visions of a busted chain on Naudes Nek……….the puncture was enough of a hassle!  I do have a great water proof barrel bag to sit on the rear seat but did not need so much volume this trip, that would be good if camping. If two up I would have to rethink my  system. I carry my back back for the hydration bladder but invariably end up strapping it to the front of the top box as I get tired of the weight on the shoulders……..my wife kindly reminds me that I am not as young as I once was! 
 I can really recommend the ATG bags. The inner bags seal by the roll top method and are totally water proof. 

Thanks. your setup does loook comfortable but I have another question and some observations:

Having looked at the setup of the ATG bags I note they have straps which extend over the seat. Is that not a hassle and will it not damage the seat? Can they attach directly to pannier racks?

I have decided not to ride dirt with my top box. Not only does it place the weight high as you said but also I fear for the mountings on bumpy gravel roads especially those with corrugations. 

Have you seen this guy called Pete? based in George and close to you. I am thinking of buying one of his tailpacks which look very practical and will suit your requirements. Also can take luggage on top so very practical. And it's local of course with a good price. He will customise if required.

 

https://nomadbikebags.co.za/products/

 

He has many recommendations on Wilddogs and I don't think his website does him justice. Just  thought...

 

 

[sawystertrance]

2 hours ago, mazambaan said:

What a lekker ride (hope you missed the rains). I'm envious.

Me too. I must make a plant to get up to that area.

[sawystertrance]

[sawystertrance]

Anybody? You all know who I'm looking at here..

[Hairy]

38 minutes ago, sawystertrance said:

Anybody? You all know who I'm looking at here..

I really like it ... but I have a just about brand new synthetic (Unfortunately) jacket.

Flip man ... been back to look at the pic a couple of times now.

[sawystertrance]

Ja, that's the problem with bikes and bike gear. Always n+1.

Here's a look at more photos

 

http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?topic=261737.0

[Duane_Bosch]

1 hour ago, Hairy said:

I really like it ... but I have a just about brand new synthetic (Unfortunately) jacket.

Flip man ... been back to look at the pic a couple of times now.

Juuuust get it. It's got Houding and everything. You can't walk away from that dude. Seriously.

[Hairy]

56 minutes ago, Duane_Bosch said:

Juuuust get it. It's got Houding and everything. You can't walk away from that dude. Seriously.

Looked again, the one thing that does put me off is all the HD branding .... nice jacket though.

I am the kind of guy that would not buy or generally wear any logo / branded clothing .... so that jacket is becoming a bit to Harley for me every time I go back to the pic .......... BUT it is still a nice jacket

[Hairy]

A quick ride out to Melkbos to get some pastries for breakfast, sure there is a shop around the corner from me .......... but to get to Melkbos I get to do a nice slow ride along the coast and can then pin it down the R27 on the way back

What an amazing morning to be on a motorbike, or even a bicycle.

I set the bike up to catch the sun rays coming through the clouds, but as I got off and took my phone out to take the pics a bloody car came and parked right next to me, with a basically empty otherwise parking lot!

 

[IceCreamMan]

20 hours ago, Hairy said:

Looked again, the one thing that does put me off is all the HD branding .... nice jacket though.

I am the kind of guy that would not buy or generally wear any logo / branded clothing .... so that jacket is becoming a bit to Harley for me every time I go back to the pic .......... BUT it is still a nice jacket

Ypu can run but you cant hide.... i now have a couple of harley shirts, boots and a belt....how i am putty in their hands...

[IceCreamMan]

A lil trip to my local Harley dealer. Guildford Harley. A flagship dealer in the uk. 2 floors of Harley. Free coffee. The last 2 are some of the bikes sold. 3 electric charge stations. 

[IceCreamMan]

More. Just lekker to chill in today’s hectic world  

Edited September 11, 2021 by IceCreamMan

[Hairy]

1 hour ago, IceCreamMan said:

More. Just lekker to chill in today’s hectic world  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am really keen to swing a leg over a HD Fatboy!

[IceCreamMan]

Looking forward to the sportster S. my wife will have me declared a prodigal if I buy one. . As it is she does not know of 2.