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Triumph Trident 660 in South Africa: How It Rides and What Owners Say
The 2026 Triumph Trident 660 costs R180,000 in South Africa. How the 94 hp triple rides, what owners love and hate, and how it copes with our roads and heat.
Triumph Rocket 3 in South Africa: An Honest Look at a Gloriously Excessive Motorcycle
The Triumph Rocket 3 is expensive, heavy and thirsty, and it's one of my favourite bikes. Here's an honest look at the Storm R and GT, their rivals and what owning one costs in South Africa.
Royal Enfield Bear 650 Review South Africa: Price, Specs and Real-World Verdict
The Royal Enfield Bear 650 brings retro scrambler style, a proven 648cc twin and plenty of character to the South African market. Here is a local-market review covering price in rand, ride quality, handling, comfort and mild gravel-road ability. The…
The Yamaha RD350: The Two-Stroke Street Terror That Changed Motorcycling
How Yamaha’s Two-Stroke Icon Redefined Performance, Power, and Passion on the Streets Few motorcycles have left an imprint as deep and smoky as the Yamaha RD350. Affectionately dubbed “The Giant Killer,” this snarling two-stroke streetbike carved out a reputation in…
Kawasaki KLR650 vs Honda Africa Twin vs BMW R1200GS – The Most Reliable Adventure Bikes Compared
The Most Reliable Motorcycles Ever Made – A Rider’s Guide to Longevity Published on: July 24, 2025By: The Daily Rider Whether you’re planning a round-the-world journey or just want a bike that’ll go the distance without draining your wallet, reliability…
The KTM 1190 Adventure R – Why I Ride The Orange Dragon
The KTM 1190 Adventure R – Why I Ride The Orange Dragon Words from a guest rider with a free mind—no structure, no rules, just raw thoughts on two wheels. The KTM 1190 Adventure R – A Wild Machine With…
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Reviewed: Adaptive Tech, Heated Comfort, and Real-World Ride Feedback
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure – First Impressions from ABR’s Long-Term Test Please note: This review and video are courtesy of Adventure Bike Rider (ABR). We didn’t test the bike ourselves, but we thought this one was just too cool…
KTM 990 Adventure Review: The Cult Classic That Still Rips
A Review of the KTM 990 Adventure I get a lot of questions and comments about my bike – almost exclusively from riders who have never swung a leg over a KTM 950 or 990. This review is for the…
The KLR 650 – Proof That You Don’t Need R200k to Ride Forever
The Indestructible KLR 650 – Cheap Never Dies “Our definitions of power and beauty have changed over 30 years. Our definition of the KLR 650 has not.” In the age of high-spec electronics, ride modes, and performance pissing contests, the…
The Legendary Gen 1 Suzuki Hayabusa: A Speed Icon
Introduction to the Beast Back in 1999, Suzuki didn’t just launch a motorcycle; it unleashed a monster. The Gen 1 Suzuki Hayabusa, officially known as the GSX1300R, wasn’t just fast; it obliterated every speed record on the books. This wasn’t…
