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Motorcycle luggage systems

December 18, 2018 Motoman

On our unassisted tours, every motorcycle comes fitted with a lockable top case and side panniers. We generally use standard…

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Posted in: FAQ, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: accessories, equipment, included, motorcycles, self-guided

Cross border travels

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If you plan to travel outside of SA, i.e. to Lesotho, Swaziland or any neighbouring countries to the north, please…

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Posted in: FAQ, Travel matters Filed under: documentation, law, route, services, support, tours

Visas for South Africa

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If you are not sure whether you need a VISA or not to visit South Africa, visit the following official…

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Posted in: FAQ, Personal matters, Travel matters Filed under: documentation, personal, terms, tours

Electrical plugs and adaptors

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We live in an era where we all have multiple devices we need to keep charge or recharge daily.  Most…

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Posted in: FAQ, Personal matters, Travel matters Filed under: cellphone, equipment, facilities, mobile, personal

Here are some general topics we discuss at our first tour briefing prior to a guided tour

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This is the important stuff we’d like to bring to your attention at our informal tour briefings. Because we don’t…

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Posted in: FAQ, Included in packages, Personal matters, Travel matters Filed under: group, guide, included, itinerary, meet & greet, package, safety

What do I need to know about SA chauffeurs (motorists) and road users?

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They are mostly friendly and patient, and importantly don’t behave aggressively towards motorcyclists. Or at least that’s been the case…

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Posted in: FAQ, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: riding, road safety, traffic rules

What can I expect when riding in South Africa?

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The most important rule of the road in South Africa is that we drive on the left. On dual carriageways…

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Posted in: FAQ, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: group, guided, riding, road safety

What are the most important rules when riding in a group?

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First and foremost, relax on your bike and enjoy the ride. It’s your tour leader’s responsibility to look out for…

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Posted in: FAQ, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: group, riding, road safety

What is the D-riding or drop off system protocol?

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Many European riders are familiar with the concept of D-riding. When riding in a large tour group and either a…

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Posted in: FAQ, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: guide, guided, route, tours

Potholes and other dangers on the road

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This is Africa (TIA) and riding conditions are, well slightly different to what you might be used back at home.…

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Posted in: FAQ, Health matters, Motorcycle matters, Travel matters Filed under: motorcycles, road safety, safety, self-guided, traffic rules

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