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    SOLD: Honda NC700x 2013 model. R42K

    SOLD: Honda NC700x for sale.  White, 2013 model. 18000km.  One owner since new. Based in Plettenberg Bay. Good condition, never been dropped. R42000 onco. Reply here, or whatsapp 083 2 double eight 7037
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    Securing bike against wind

    Saw a thread on the 90km/h winds in PE. Things haven't been much better in Plett the last couple of days. My previous bike has been blown over twice while parked overnight. Not a nice feeling waking up to your bike lying on it's side. Trying to prevent that with my new bike.  I didn't sleep a...
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    Do aftermarket slip-on pipes actualy make a difference?

    Do aftermarket slip-on pipes actually make a difference in terms of power?  Or is it mostly just sound? It seems to be the first thing most guys buy when they get a new bike.  Any experience out there of it actually making a measurable difference in power? (dyno graphs etc) They weight savings...
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    Leather jacket care

    Ok, so I sold my dual sport bike and bought a road bike.   :peepwall: I also ordered a new custom leather jacket to go with the new bike. Can't go around riding a road bike looking like I'm on safari. How do you guys clean and care for leather jackets?  All my textile jackets I just chuck in...
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    Grunge brush. Where to buy

    Does anyone know where I can find one of these in South Africa.  Can get them on e-bay for about 11USD, but after postage it becomes a R300 mission. Grunge Brush.  3 sided brush for cleaning chains.
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    2007 KLR 650 for sale (Old shape) - SOLD

    I'm trying to sell my KLR.  Time for a new bike. 2007 model No crashes (the wind blew it over twice though) +- 20 000km Doohicky done at 2000km Upgraded bolts, including subframe and footpeg bolts Newish rear tire. (Anakee) Serviced 100km ago. (Brakepads + Oil Filter done) Brand new...
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    Quick weekend mission.

    After sitting around with nothing to do, the wife and I decided on a whim to do a quick weekend mission to De Vlugt from Plett. Some pics Somewhere along the pass. (Yes a KLR can carry 2 people and luggage) Some views. Old watermill & pub Accommodation Not exactly a 6 month epic, but...
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    K53 yard test in the rain

    Hi, Does anyone know what the policy is regarding bike license testing in the rain? I know some stations won't do it, but is it a overall rule, or just for some stations? My test is coming up on Friday, and the weather forecast doesn't look great (Knysna) 
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    KLR Hooter not working

    Hi, I have an old KLR, and the hooter stopped working.  Normally I wouldn't bother, but I'm going for my real license at long last, and need the thing to be roadworthy. Any tips on what to look out for, is it likely to be the hooter,fuse, or is there a relay? What I did: Checked the fuse box...
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    Wanted: KLR 650 Indicators (old shape)

    Hi. Does anyone have some KLR indicators they want to sell.  2006 Model. Some idiot stole mine last night.  Thanks
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    New from Plett

    Hi All, I'm new here. (well, new poster. long time lurker) From Plettenberg bay.  I like cruising the back roads in the forests on my KLR.   And commute around town on my scooter. Do most of my riding alone, but wouldn't mind linking up with some locals. Cheers
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