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    Leatt Boots Giveaway!

    Black would be great in a size 10
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    Wanted Suzuki DL1000XT V-Strom Touring Screen

    Good Morning, A friend of mine is urgently looking for a touring screen. The screen that is currently on the bike cracked at the mounting bracket and can't be repaired. He mentioned that he quite likes the Puig screen, but is open to other options. What would you recommend and where could...
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    Which Spots to choose?

    Hi Everyone, I need a bit of advice regarding Spot lights for my bike. I researched a bit and found that there are basically two Brands that are fairly popular. Desert Fox Raptor Extreme Lights Which would be best? The are 10W,15W and 36W options available. I personally think the 10W...
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    I will take some pics tonight. Bike was completed and was running but not 100%, been standing for about 6 months now. Mostly mechanical issues.
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    Thanks for the advice. I will contact them. Hopefully the bike will be running by next weekend.
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    I see that both amazon and motocomp require that you order 4 as a minimum. Don't need that many.
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    Great, I am registered on their site now. Now to find a starter clutch, will check motocomp as well.
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    Thanks. I saw that carb kit as well on motocomp, but was not certain if its trustworthy. The one on Amazon looks to have more spares and costs roughly the same as motocomp. I will have the VIN nr etc by tonight. Could help in the sear.
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    New Member - advice needed

    Do yourself a davor and visit Bikers warehouse in Randburg. They have loads of gear and a fair amount of bikes. I bought a Spirit Adventure Helmet, Adventure jacket with all the kevlar support and gloves for under 6k. Next on my list is riding pants and boots, will spend more or less the...
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    1980 Suzuki GSX 1100 rebuild

    Im assisting a friend of mine with the rebuilding of his 1980 GSX1100. There are two issues that I need help with. The Carburetor is leaking and the Starter Clutch is not working. Where would Ibe able to get these parts or kits? I have googled and am struggling. The local bike shop is...
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    Wanted: SW Mototech Panniers

    Good Morning, A friend of mine is looking for a set of secondhand SW Mototech Panniers. He bought himself a Suzuki 2018 DL1000. It has a SW Mototech Topbox that is matt black in color and brackets for the Panniers. Are there any secondhand panniers available that are in a good condition? I...
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    New Member - advice needed

    Hi Timothy and welcome. I bought my first scrambler when I was just out of school without know hiwcto ride. Taught myself and progressed to a bigger cc. Ive mainly ridden road bikes and have had loads of fun but was restricted to tar. I bought myself a DL650 Vstrom recently and am very happy...
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    Mpumalanga Routes / Places to visit

    Afternoon all, I recently Purchased myself a DL650 and am planning to do a few one day trips around Mpumalanga. I am fairly new to Adventure Riding and haven't done proper riding in 10ish years (took a painful dive off a superbike). What routes would you recommend? Anything scenic with the...
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    Found: Suzuki DL650 VStrom

    Morning all, I am in the market for a Suzuki DL650 Vstrom. Mainly for touring and a bit of offroad. Im still a rookie with the offroad. Doesn't really matter what year model. I had a look at one in Nelspruit yesterday, but had a few concerns. Will be going to Jhb on Sat to view another...
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    Looking for Touring Screen BMW F 700 GS

    Good Morning All, I am urgently looking for a Touring Screen for a BMW F700GS. My Mom recently bought the F700GS and she is taking some strain. All help will be greatly appreciated Regards Sent from my ANE-LX1 using Tapatalk
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