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I am looking for a small and durable GPS to mount on a KTM dirt bike. I have a Garmin InReach Mini which has the ability to navigate ‘as the crow flies’ back to a fixed point which is great to find where you left your car. What GPS can you guys recommend that can be programmed with tracks etc?

I have a SILVER touratech XL engine guard for sale. I am looking for R3,000 for this. I am in the Melkbosstrand area north of Cape Town. I will be happy to fit this for any purchaser if you come to my place. I have a pneumatic bike lift which will make the job a little easier. If you are...

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The standard BMW crash bars bend with the smallest crash. I am going to fit Alt Rider lower crash bars this time, but utilise the OEM uppers, also fit an AltRider skid plate plus X-Head cylinder covers. They are not cheap but are reputed to be the best solution. Has anyone else had experience...

We need to get a motorcycle (BMW F800GS) plus luggage from Keetmanshoop (Namibia) back to Cape Town. Or even to the SA border. Is anyone travelling this route with space on a trailer on in a truck with space? Or anyone know a transport company that does this route? Posting here is a long-shot...

We have removed the BMW mounting brackets, Plastic style (Black) BMW panniers plus a Givi top box plus associated mountings from a 2008 F800GS. Any idea how much we could ask for these? The keys for the panniers will need to be set to match the ignition key of a new purchaser.

The headlight reflection back of the lens on a F800GS (2008) shows sighs of burning, it looks like someone replaced the standard bulbs with something more significant at somepoint. Does anyone know where I can buy either: - After market LED complete headlight unit? - Standard bulb type...

Maybe looking for a low seat for a F800GS to fit a 2008 model preferably located in the Cape area. Not looking to cut down a standard one. Has anyone got one collecting dust that they want to sell? If so PM please.

Looking for a bike to tour around Namibia. Does anyone have anything suitable?…. Looking for 600-800cc range preferably. It will be used for 2-3 months then sold. No issues with getting it registered to a SA address etc. Reliable and economical in purchase price is the preferred criteria :)...

I have a Guglatech tank neck filter for my BMW GSA, the purpose of which is to catch any foreign bodies entering the fuel tank and subsequent fuel system. While I would assume fuel quality issues may not be an issue in South Africa, but may be further afield? Is this filter or something similar...

When researching the faults with the LC 1200 GS/A models, the rear shock seemed to be the highest failure part followed by the front. The rear shock has been reported to fail between 15,000-25,000kms which I think is not acceptable in my opinion for a bike that is supposed to be designed for...

Looking for bike storage for a BMW R1200 LC in the Bloubergstrand area of Cape Town. I am seeking and willing to pay for safe and covered/garaged space to store my bike. The bike will be under a carnet de passage so it is going to cost me dearly if it is stolen, hence my request for a safe...

A great link to the borders that are open and covid test requirements: https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/corona-virus-information

Can any one recommend a route from Cape Town to the Border at Vioolsdrift to Namibia? In addition are there any interesting sites/locations worthy of a visit on the way? I have noted some people have mention the west coast route between Lutzville to Hondeclipbaai as being very scenic.  I will...

Are there any riders who own a pair of Spidi Adventure 2 boots? They are extremely comfortable but are they suitable for Namibia/Botswana and gravel roads etc? Or are these a ‘dressed up pair’ of road boots? They seems to have very good ankle protection but very light on the shin area but that...

Can anyone tell me if Is the Alexander Bay to Oranjemund border to Namibia open? Is it still permits only?

I am planning to tour both Namibia and Botswana and I will be experiencing soft sand roads at some point. Can you guys tell me what the ideal tyre pressure should be for soft sand?. I will be running a TCK80 on the front with a Mitas E07+ Dakar on the rear on my GSA, I will be solo and the bike...

Hello Wild Dog Members, Just introducing myself as a new member and this is my first post. I should hopefully be arriving in Cape Town in the second half of October 2021 along with my BMW R1200GS Adventure 2016 LC from the UK. My plan is to keep my GSA south of the equator for a period of 12...