johnnybags 0 Posted January 8, 2013 I'm headed to South Africa in March and would love to work a dual sport adventure into my itinerary. I have found an operator that provides all the services. However they ONLY have adventure bikes and while we are willing to go 2up. Tracy would LOVE to get on her own bike. Something smaller and lighter than an adventure bike. Can anyone give me feedback or steer me in the right direction. See y'all at CORE Glamis KOA and the DezDash in Feb Jbags 619-241-3268 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 514 Posted January 8, 2013 johnny check out Motoquest they have rides there and i have other info will post links later Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 514 Posted January 9, 2013 Johnny, check out these companies for possible rental bikes also........ Motoquest South Africa info Another tour company in South Africa.... SA January 2013 Hi guys, the 15 day tour from Johannesburg to Cape Town the "Long Way Down" via Lowveld Mpumalanga, Kruger Park, Swaziland, Zululand, St Lucia Estuary, Kwazulu-Natal, Wild Coast, Hogsback, Tsitsikamma Forest, Garden Route (Storms River, Knysna, Wilderness), Little Karoo (Route 62), Cape Agulhas to Cape Town (Table Mountain, Cape Point, Winelands etc) is set for early January 2013 Conquest of Paradise - Tour (3 January 2013 to 17 January 2013) This is our premier tour and affords an opportunity to get your 2013 off to a great start with a rather special ride down to Cape Town from the Johannesburg Highveld over two weeks and approx. 4000km of magnificent riding through undoubtably the planets most diverse scenery and landscapes and thats just the riding. We have keen interest in this one and would love to host you. Please visit the link below in order to view some lovely pics of this amazing adventure: http://101266.gnrlite.com/Gallery/tabid/13837/language/en-US/Default.aspx How to Book? Simply drop an email to this address and request the booking info. We will send you a quotation and booking form along with basic terms and conditions/indemnity and our e-brochure. On receiving your booking we will reply in confirmation and your ride will be secured Southern Spear Update! This weekend the Southern Spear tour will start over 11 days (29.9.2012 to 9.10.2012). yeehaa. Although I have enjoyed several tours with clients over the past 5 years the anticipation and childlike glee is building up within. Riding a bike around South Africa and the neighbouring countries is always extra special and the Southern Spear (alluding to the ancient Swazi, Zulu and Sotho Kingdoms) is a fantastic experience and includes an evening drive into Kruger Park and a full rest day into St Lucia Estuary (UNESCO World Heritage site) seeking out the Big5 and much more. Keep and eye out on my Facebook page for on the spot updates and pic uploads: http://www.facebook.com/joe.visser.75 Joe Mobile Office: +2783 652 4040 Web: http://due-south.co.za Due South Motorcycle Tours Tel: +2783 652 4040 * Fax: +2786 511 4760 info@due-south.co.za * www.due-south.co.za life's a journey... enjoy the ride... Google: Cape Town * God's Window * Blyde Canyon * Izulwini Valley * Valley of a Thousand Hills * Zululand * Kruger Park * St Lucia Estuary * Oribi Gorge * Panaroma Route * Cape Agulhas * Wild Coast * Route 62 * Karoo * Garden Route * Hogsback * Golden Gate * Katse Dam * Drakensburg Mountains * White Shark Diving * Croc Diving - Oudshoorn Good day, Southern Spear Tour - Update Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnybags 0 Posted January 9, 2013 Thanks Randy, This is the company that got Tracy and I even thinking of the idea. http://www.dualsportafrica.com Seems like an all inclusive operation with rentals, guided, self guided preloaded GPS rides as well as all provisions and accomodations while on the trail whether guided or self. Only issue as of now is Tracy's confidence on their smallest bike XT660 Zenere. 2" taller and 160lbs heavier than her KLX250s. She rides alot of what Big Bear has to offer (NOT John Bull, Gold Mt and the likes) and she has been on my XR400R. So seat heght is workable. But with the added weight.......?? She's a bit apprehensive. Although I think she'd be fine, I'm a little reluctant to pay the rental fee up front. Our main onbjective is visiting her daughter who is going for a 'semester abroad' at the University in Cape Town. We are looking to rent a bike/bikes and do 2 consecutive days of 170km loops out of our Condo/apt and/or one 600km overnighter Unless we can find an operator or local fellow rider that can offer a smaller 'dual sport' for her we will be happy with 2up on one of their 1200's. But she REALLY wants to ride her own bike. Thanks for the feedback. I'll look at the links and see you at the DezDash. Cabin reserved, I just need to finalize registration. How are you looking for Sweep riders. I really enjoyed contributing last year. Felt great to give back to 'The Cause' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnybags 0 Posted January 11, 2013 Itinerary is set. We'll be doing 3 days of riding most likely 2up on a Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere Breakfast loop on first day http://www.dualsportafrica.com/fivepassesbreakfastrun.htm Overnighter on days 2 & 3 http://www.dualsportafrica.com/clanwilliamcederberg.htm I'm sure this isn't something that will attract alot of riders (none) but I wanted to up date those that viewed and Randy for his help and suggestions. See y'all at the DezDash Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
