The Ouzo Posted February 23 Posted February 23 3 hours ago, Hairy said: Honda are currently offering a 50K discount on the Africa Twins ... in conversation with them today, the CT branch, you can get the manual on the road for just under R205K If this is something you're interested in then let me know and I'll chat to the guys sitting opposite me Hairy 1
Hairy Posted February 23 Posted February 23 1 hour ago, The Ouzo said: If this is something you're interested in then let me know and I'll chat to the guys sitting opposite me unfortunately outside of my price range for now
IceCreamMan Posted February 26 Posted February 26 A few thoughts after living with the 850 GSA for a few weeks and a few hundred miles. the motor is incredibly lively compared to the 800GT, revs far quicker and pulls like a train, which is surprising given it’s only a few more horses and torque about the same ( on paper). Given the gsa weights a lil more than the GT makes it even more surprising. Speaking of weight, the GSA is a lardy beast and carries the weight relatively high. It’s a lil intimidating to be honest and coupled with the 21 inch front wheel , the high seat height (875 mm) makes it a large beast. At slow speeds it’s something I am aware of and need to be careful. Won’t be green laning any time soon but off the beaten track on nice dirt roads is a pleasure. the electronic components of the bike are amazing. Adjust seat height etc , loads of info on the dash and the navigation works well. Never liked the sat nav systems so the gsm nvigation is great. And the app that interfaces is excellent. First time for me to have this feature. The cruise control works well , although unlikely to use it too much here but going up to Scotland in July so will use it to give my hand a break every now and again, works well. The speed shifter is something I doubt I will use. Just no need for it on a street bike and having ridden for 40 odd years without one it’s not something I would view as needed. BMW ownership experience is amazing. Can’t fault it. Part of the ownership experience and KTM could learn a thing or 2 here. Price of the GS and GSA is a little on the high side when comparing to other brands but the residuals are higher so all good there I spose. great bike all round. Will need to learn how to ride it properly at low speeds and being mindful of the weight. The new GSA900 is almost the same bike with the larger motor at a few grand more for one more model year and the GS900 has a few changes but at a bit more expense. The GSA models are always a year behind the GS models. Example the GSA1250 is still being built for this model year . Stoffel76, Hairy and WaynejG 3
Spokey Posted February 28 Posted February 28 On 2/23/2024 at 4:36 AM, Hairy said: Honda are currently offering a 50K discount on the Africa Twins ... in conversation with them today, the CT branch, you can get the manual on the road for just under R205K This is exceptional value.I have always liked these bikes since riding the first models years ago at the AMID bike event at Kyalami. However, despite now spending a bucket load more on my Yam T7 with all the upgrades I fancy, I am still more than stoked with my T7. Keep in mind I have my Orange 1190 and a Ducati 1098 (amongst others) if the need for speed comes up!!! Hairy, IceCreamMan and WaynejG 3
IceCreamMan Posted February 28 Posted February 28 5 hours ago, Spokey said: This is exceptional value.I have always liked these bikes since riding the first models years ago at the AMID bike event at Kyalami. However, despite now spending a bucket load more on my Yam T7 with all the upgrades I fancy, I am still more than stoked with my T7. Keep in mind I have my Orange 1190 and a Ducati 1098 (amongst others) if the need for speed comes up!!! I agree, if I was going to ride up Africa it would be on an Africa twin. Horniest looking adventure bike of all of them. Probably most reliable too
IceCreamMan Posted February 29 Posted February 29 Dave Myers passed away, he of hairy bikers fame. ( dark haired dude) mazambaan 1
Hairy Posted March 11 Posted March 11 So I made the first step to getting a bike to ride on the dirt .... bought a pair of Leatt boots 😂 Small steps mazambaan, IceCreamMan and WaynejG 2 1
Hairy Posted March 12 Posted March 12 (edited) 10 hours ago, Hairy said: So I made the first step to getting a bike to ride on the dirt .... bought a pair of Leatt boots 😂 Small steps forgot to upload a pic, not pitchas and it never happened colours are so so, but they were a great deal on the Leatt 5.5's for a supposedly "high end" boot. Edited March 12 by Hairy Stoffel76 and Spokey 2
Stoffel76 Posted March 12 Posted March 12 13 hours ago, Hairy said: So I made the first step to getting a bike to ride on the dirt .... bought a pair of Leatt boots 😂 Small steps "But honey, I have to buy a bike... I have a pair of boots!" he said to his wife... 🤣 WaynejG and Hairy 2
Hairy Posted March 12 Posted March 12 3 hours ago, Stoffel76 said: "But honey, I have to buy a bike... I have a pair of boots!" he said to his wife... 🤣 I started my Momsen STR single speed build with a pair of grips .......... sooooo WaynejG and Stoffel76 2
Hairy Posted March 13 Posted March 13 Do you think you can use a Honda Gold Wing as an off road adventure bike, and ride two up off road? Well the answer is yes
IceCreamMan Posted March 14 Posted March 14 Howies ramblings on a Roctane. https://www.zabikers.co.za/2024/03/14/bmw-r18-roctane-road-trip/
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