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Sorry I have been out of touch for a while. Thanks for the advice. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Good Day, The time has arrived for my front brake pads to be replaced. Due to the high cost of OEM pads from BMW, I am exploring other options. Can anyone point me to a reputable brand and a local distributor in the Centurion area that will not break the bank? Much appreciated!!

Thanks Drew, That is very good information!!

Morning All, I have the opportunity to do a solo trip up to Ndola, Zambia since I have to be there for work. This will be my first trip outside SA borders and therefore I am trying to get as much information as possible. I need assistance with the border controls. I am planning to cross over...

Thanks a lot to all the comments. I now understand the concept much better and I'm a lot more at ease. I will still try and get a tank of 95, but if not I will just take it easy on 93 for a while. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Hi All, With the petrol strike just starting yesterday, I already see a predicament approaching. Both my closest petrol garages have run out of 95 octane fuel. Now the reason for my question, will 93 octane have any negative effects on my bike? I ride a R1200GS LC, 2014 model. The manual...

Hi All, I'm posting this on behalf of a mate. You can see the full add at https://bikes.autotrader.co.za/used-motorcycles/bmw/r1200/2009-bmw-r1200-1200.0cc-johannesburg-bfpa-8a81c76e51aa26400151b4b8cbc34f73 The bike is a 2009 BMW R1200GSA with panniers and top box. Millage : 57122km Price ...

Morning All, I am in Nelspruit for the weekend. Is there any motorcycle shops you could recommend worth a visit? Thanks Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I had one on loan Wednesday while my LC went in for a service. I was well impressed with the bike. The only difference I was able to pickup other than the obvious cosmetics was that it felt lighter than mine, especially weaving through traffic. But I have to say if you are use to the 'nice...

Thanks for all the advise, I will start shopping around this weekend!

Hi All, I'm new to the whole adventure riding and just bought my first bike a short while ago. At the moment I am still borrowing most of my gear and would therefore need to buy my own stuff quite urgently. But with the massive variety of helmets on the market this is proving to be a difficult...