Yes, corrosion is a real problem with AT wheels. But not only AT, but all Honda rims like the AT ones. And yes, the inside is normally worse than the outside. My solution to this problem was to get new wheels built. I have now black AKRONT rims from Spain (cheaper and harder than Excel). For...
I have owned 2 AT's until now and since I'm a bike mechanic I never let anyone else touch my bikes :laughing4:
So here is my solution concerning replacing spark plugs on the AT:
1x small wrench
2x extensions (long and short)
1x 12mm socket
1x original AT spark plug tool
this is in my opinion...
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after making our way up to the Epupa Falls I found that my Oehlins shock is slightly leaking oil. Asked around here in Windhoek but it seems that the only person able to rebuild my shock has left the country last week...
who would you recommend in South Africa, preferably around...
Thanks guys
I'm in contact with BOBNOB and have to meet at his place on the 9th Feb.
@ dieterf: Thanks for the offer. I'll maybe pick up on your offer to fix something on Ruthis Transalp at your place.
Claudio
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has anyone got access to a workshop in or around Cape Town where I could change the steering bearings on my Africa Twin? The best date for me would be sometime on Monday the 9 Feb since I'm getting the new parts on the evening of the 8 Feb.
I'm able to do the work on my own but will...
Hey guys
has anyone got access to a workshop in or around Cape Town where I could change the steering bearings on my Africa Twin? The best date for me would be sometime on Monday the 9 Feb since I'm getting the new parts on the evening of the 8 Feb.
I'm able to do the work on my own but will...
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after fixing the bikes at Groenies place in Pretoria and sitting around for a long time we are now finally on the move...
Have covered the North and also Swaziland. Are heading now over to Lesotho via the Sanipass.
Any suggestions for the route are welcome. Since it's not so easy to...
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@ Snafu: Small correction; The bikes are are a AT RD07 '96 and a Transalp 600 '92 Model.
To all the others: Thanks for all the support during our stay here in Pretoria. Was great to meet some of the guys from this forum.
@ Groenie: Thanks for making it possible to use your workshop...
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We are currently in Pretoria (Centurion) and will stay here till after New Year. The bikes (AT 750 and TA 600) have just arrived from Bangkok and are in need of a big service. I'm a motorcycle mechanic myself, so I'm just looking for a facility where I can work on the bikes for about 2...
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just got to SA two days ago from Bangkok. Currently I'm staying at a friends place in Pretoria. My bike (AT 750) should arrive in Durban sometime next week. Have travelled now for over 1,5 years and will head home from here following the East Coast of Africa.
Now my question: Just...