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Hi guys/gals, Watched an interesting video of an ADV rider, doing an oil change on his bike, after a hard ride to get the engine nice and hot. It’s all to do with sediment in the engine of fine particles being assimilated into the old oil when the engine is hot, and subsequently being flushed...

Hi all, I’m taking delivery of my very first KTM on Wednesday, and wanted to know if you would be so kind as to list the necessary/essential maintenance items for home servicing. I know there are things that we can’t necessarily keep in stock all of the time, but things like chain lube, chain...

I’d like to purchase a used pair of MX / Offroad boots. The owner says they are size 46 which I presume is EU size and converts to a US 12 and a UK 11.5 According to Gaerne, it is better to have a size up to your regular boot shoe size? Could someone advise if this is indeed the case?

Because I am very new to riding KTM and my bike will only arrive in the coming week; I’ve read a lot of forums regarding how much the 640 vibrated when riding, especially on tarmac. It seems to me that it could be two factors contributing to this., and those much more experienced than I...

Has anyone acquired a side-stand foot enlarger for their 640 [2005], or know of someone that makes them / business that stocks them?

I’m taking delivery of my 640 next week; but due to having hippo feet, I need to install wide adventure footpegs. Suppliers apart from KTM themselves, don’t seem to have the option to upgrade. Could someone please send me in the right direction? TIA.

a. I’d like to know from those who know and have done this more often than I’ve even ridden my 640; but is spending money on luggage racks and steering dampener, worth the cost? b. Also, would you choose hard or soft luggage and why? c. Does a steering dampener make a big enough difference in...

Looking for “old school” motorbike for a start-up business; ideally something similar to a Honda XRV750 AT with the double headlights. Engine capacity 600cc and above, but mot bigger than 1000cc. Must be road licensed and have valid RWC. Budget below R90,000 including bike courier.

Brand New - Stealth Exhaust bought less than a month ago for my 2010 R1200GS Adventure / AC. Had to sell the bike and new owner did not want the new exhaust. Paid R5,200 for it; ideally wanting R5k for it. Postage / courier at buyers expense.

Looking at a few options, and some bikes come with/without steering dampeners … is it worth the cost getting a used bike with it or without it? How much of a difference does having one, make to your ride? Asking because I don’t know..

Hi guys, I’m posting specs on a KTM, which for it’s age and condition, plus low milage and extras, seem to be a good buy … but how does one determine what the purchase price is … guess it depends on the buyer what they are willing to pay for it?! The specs are as follows: KTM 990 S Immaculate...

Redundancy forces the sale of my 2010 AC GS-Adventure. Sale includes the following: 1. 2010 BMW R1200GS Adventure with low km’s [29,389km’s]; 2. BMW Aluminium side panniers and top-box; 3. 12V charging point [USB & cigarette style connection]; 4. Throttle control; 5. Headlight protector; 6...

Hi everyone, I should hopefully receive my rear shock back, from the Bling King, before this weekend; but can’t seem to find the torque value on the manual for the rear shock’s upper & lower bolts. Any advice please? Image for reference.

Good day everyone; I’d like to offer to all ADV riders coming through Riebeek East, a free cup of coffee and some biscuits, the use of our loo if need be and an opportunity to stretch your legs for the journey ahead. This will be the start of the ADV rider coffee shop and locally roasted...

Hi everyone, I’m seriously considering trading-in my current ride, for an old-school bike. We live in a remote village, about 42km outside of Grahamstown with 25-30km of gravel road in both directions into the village. Only the remaining few km’s into town, is tarred road. There is a plethora...

Are there any Saffa’s that make exhaust pipes, specifically for 1200/ADV’s, before I set-off on the big market brands and spend money I don’t have right now 😣

Hey everyone, Just wondered if there isn’t a document that gives all of the torque values, in different areas of the motorcycle. For instance, having removed the pannier frame, exhaust clamps and rear wheel; when replacing those, they need to be tightened to a specific torque. I know the...

Hi everyone, So today I’ve followed the advice of WD’s on how to set the ride mode depending on what I want to do. For interest sake, I set it to SPORT mode and chose the small mountain symbol, and felt the ESA adjusting itself. Once I switched off my bike, engaged the kickstand and got off...

Hey everyone; I’ve recently acquired my 1st adventure motorcycle [2nd hand], and even though having read the Rider’s Manual, it doesn’t really go in depth, into the settings for a rider. There are 3: Normal, Comfy & Sport. Which option is best for short tarmac trips, long tarmac trips &...

A while back I posted about my experience with an adventure accessories company - Motorradical. In my post, I briefly described my experience of ordering an adventure bash-plate and why I felt it necessary to do a small write-up. Some of you seem to have experienced the same or something...