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  1. Andrew_Smith

    Before I Pull The Trigger

    Hi all, I am considering getting a casual kit for short city commutes/stopping at the local coffee shop to go with my BMW Rallye Suit. What are your thoughts on the Spirit clothing? They seem decently priced and the style isn't too bad either. Would love to hear your feedback on those who...
  2. Andrew_Smith

    Sold 2007 BMW G650X Challenge

    Price: R59 000 neg Location: Durbanville I am selling due to possible upgrade {BMW R nineT}. I am the 3rd owner. 17 332km (at the time of posting) Servicing: - New Oil Refill (Motul 5100 10W40), Oil Filter and Air Filter at 18 041km - New Mitas E07 Rear with heavy-duty tube at 16 966km - New...
  3. Andrew_Smith

    Arlen Ness Mesh Textile Jacket (Small)

    Was bought in June 2021 at Mike Hopkins Motorcycles. Lekker beginner jacket to start with. Honest Section: I had a stumble on the tar and since it is a mesh jacket, I got a hole rubbed through on the right arm underneath the wrist. Price: R1000? Thanks, Andrew
  4. Andrew_Smith

    BMW Rallye Replacement Armour (Sorted)

    Hi guys, Looking for new elbow armour for the BMW Rallye 2 Pro jacket. Part #: 7 694 523 (Left) Part # 7 694 524 (Right) Could someone point me in the right direction or would I be forced to go to BMW? Thanks, Andrew
  5. Andrew_Smith

    Airoh Spark Helmet (S)

    Would like to take the following of M3X3Z3's hands: https://wilddog.net.za/forum/index.php?topic=263238.msg4738532#msg4738532 But will need to sell mine first to do so. Here goes: Size: Small (55 – 56 cm) Pin locked fitted from day one. Was purchased at Mike Hopkins Motorcycles on 4th June...
  6. Andrew_Smith

    Help On Pricing of Tyres

    I got a pair of Michelin Desert tyres in the garage that I got with the bike but with my type of riding being mostly tar and gravel roads, this can go to a better home. What would be a fair price for these? I am not sure about the mileage.
  7. Andrew_Smith

    Rear Shock Adjustment

    Looking for a guy called Martin Petser or Pelser (located in Cape Town) to have a look at my C2P rear shock on my G650X. I got a few comments that my bike looks out of proportion, see the below picture for reference: The shock was tuned for the previous owner who was shorter and heavier...
  8. Andrew_Smith

    Calling Yzerfontein Locals

    Is there any dirt roads perhaps in and near the Yzerfontein valley? I tried looking on Google Maps but couldn't find any to be honest. I am visiting the family for the weekend, planning to ride through West Coast National Park on Sunday morning since it looks like a promising day weatherwise...
  9. Andrew_Smith

    First Maiden Ride

    Destination: Disakloof Betty's Bay Route: 174km To give some context, our church was holding a men's camp and we decided to make a trip of it with the bikes. Neither I nor ravingDIODE tackled such distance and Raving's gear was itching to be tested! We were both excited for the trip - I...
  10. Andrew_Smith

    Retracting Sale: 2009 BMW G450X

    Selling my 2009 BMW G450X with 16 500km on the clock (306h). Stator rewound done, new battery fitted, new spark plug, in-line fuel filter, oil changed, new oil filter included. Immobilizer fitted as well. There is work to be done on the bike still, as mentioned in the thread below...
  11. Andrew_Smith

    Clutch Cable for 2009 BMW G450X

    Hi guys, Looking for a clutch cable for my G450X. Can anyone perhaps point me in the right direction:
  12. Andrew_Smith

    Fixing my 2009 BMW G450X

    Got my 2010 BMW G450X a week ago and sadly there seems to be an issue with the alternator since it does not charge the battery while riding, luckily with me being lightweight and the bike as well, my friends just pushed me to jumpstart the bike to get me home where I put it on charge again. We...
  13. Andrew_Smith

    New Rider From Durbanville (Cape Town)

    Hi guys, I am a new rider in the world of motorcycling and recently joined the club. A little more about myself, I am a software engineering (Java) student coming from a cycling background (4-years) eventually stopped after an accident with another motorist. I am a forum moderator on one of...
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