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    BMW G650X-Challenge SOLD

    first post updated - sorry folks, the bike is sold  :'(
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    BMW G650X-Challenge SOLD

    Attached are the last six pics that I have, and in the video is pretty much its whole entire history https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrAn51iM6FU From countless Cullinan rides with folks I now consider family, Sabie Solo, ADA DP training, Vaalwater sand monsters, many Rhino Park outings, one or...
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    BMW G650X-Challenge SOLD

    Thanks for all the interest guys, the bike is sold. FOR SALE: well-used 2007 BMW G650X-Challenge Non-Runner - R15,000 Would prefer to let the complete bike go as donor for a project or even restoration (it's licensed 'til August 2019) BUT I'm willing to let him rest in pieces / donate...
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    The BMW X-Challenge Thread

    i offer to deliver this bike to its new owner anywhere in the world  ;)
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    REAR SHOCK - GENERIC SECOND HAND?

    how are are you coping with the wait? did you also have to borrow a bike to get by? i was told a week ago that mine is done and will be sent as soon as possible... how's the bubblewrap and boxing coming along? isn't it crazy how fast a week flies by!  :o
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    Show us your X

    lekker KnopKop! you on that X @ 2:30 ;D https://vimeo.com/83985672
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    REAR SHOCK - GENERIC SECOND HAND?

    thanks i emailed mpcustomvalve, no reply since wednesday... what are all the options, besides mpcustomvalve, wilbers, hyperpro and ohlins for x bikes and more importantly: where to get? i don't need fully adjustable everything... dealer confirmed that the airshock is beyond repair and...
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    REAR SHOCK - GENERIC SECOND HAND?

    this morning just as i pulled up at work... doesn't seem like any air escaped. has anyone experienced this? what to do!  :P BMW is 4.5km down the N1 from me but i'm not sure i should try and ride there...
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    Knopkop and tankgirl sliding through the Eastern Cape (Beware - Lots of Pics!)

    Thanks for letting me crash your would-be solo trip amigo, you’re welcome on any of mine  :P Some random thoughts and highlights for me: There was that time when I was slowly losing my sense of humour on Baster Voetpad and then finding it again with weird and wonderful drinking buddies in...
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    My 'Mother' of a Solo ride to Namibia

    brilliant! just one trip and i'm also hooked on namibia ;D
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    A Touch of Tankwa Tour- December/January 2015

    cool bike! (just a shame about the hard luggage) nice report, thanks :)
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    Facing the Fear and Finding Friends (now with video)

    exactly what long weekends are for 8) great trip!
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    Mountaineering in Lesotho

    outstanding!       :notworthy:
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    OliveOil and tankgirl Lilo Lake Malawi *video added to first post*

    Thanks everyone, there is so much more I didn't even touch on but frankly I'd much rather be riding, or taking pictures, than writing!  ;D Blitsie is with BMW now to get the clutch sorted, holding thumbs for a full recovery! Here is again just a short video clip...
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