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martin said:
Last two days were especially rough in the mornings and my visor just wouldn't stop fogging up no matter what I try. Having to constantly open it up on the commute was not fun.
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I get that same, but I think it's a fine layer of frost on the outside or something.

Sinbad said:
Got a pinlock insert?
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Yes. The mist/frost/ice whatever is on the outside I think. It goes away when the visor is open a smidge.
 
I seem to recall some talk of backpacks a while back in this thread, so perhaps this is the right place to ask - I'm looking for a properly waterproof backpack that can house a 15" laptop. Any suggestions? And it doesn't need to be available locally
 
I have a Targus backpack issued by my work. I'm not sure how "proper" waterproof it is, but I've done Midrand / Pretoria North in the pouring rain and never had an issue.
 
Tickled_Tortise said:
How far will you be commuting and will you be doing freeways?

Buying second hand, look for signs that the bikes been dropped, i.e. Scratches on mirrors, handle bars, levers, foot pegs, repaired fenders etc. Check for oil leaks and general condition of the engine which may be tricky with the full fairing bikes you are looking at, I don't know how easy they are to remove.
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My commute to work is 30km one way with lots of traffic along the way. I will stay off the highways 100%. Made worse when the traffic signals are repeatedly vandalised. I am mechanically inclined but I was just wondering if there are any specifics on bikes.
 
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jdido87 said:
My commute to work is 30km one way with lots of traffic along the way. I will stay off the highways 100%. Made worse when the traffic signals are repeatedly vandalised. I am mechanically inclined but I was just wondering if there are any specifics on bikes.
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Nothing specific I can thing of, but if you can afford it try get something with ABS, especially since the roads in the Cape are often wet. I tried to be a purist and get a bike without riding aids but in my eight months of riding I have already had too many close calls, so until I upgrade, I don't ride in the rain anymore it's too risky.

This is a backtrack from my previous comments on the subject but iv seen the light....
 
Archer said:
I seem to recall some talk of backpacks a while back in this thread, so perhaps this is the right place to ask - I'm looking for a properly waterproof backpack that can house a 15" laptop. Any suggestions? And it doesn't need to be available locally
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Kriega.

Sadly only sold by KTM these days I think so it will be a customer service nightmare to get one but once you do it's a 10-year guarantee and cannot be beaten.

If you want you could even demo mine as I don't use it every day any more with the Topbox.

https://kriega.com/

I have the R30 but would probably recommend the smaller ones if it's just for the daily commute as it can be a bit overly long and cumbersome.

The harness is the most comfortable thing you'll ever use on a bike and you'll find yourself wondering why you settled for non-bike stuff before.
 
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jdido87 said:
My commute to work is 30km one way with lots of traffic along the way. I will stay off the highways 100%. Made worse when the traffic signals are repeatedly vandalised. I am mechanically inclined but I was just wondering if there are any specifics on bikes.
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There's nothing wrong with a 300cc on the highway, I did it for years and can attest to it. It all depends on your budget for purchasing, whether you're going dealer or private sale. As mentioned earlier, there are some things to look out for if purchasing private. Very similar to buying a car private. Best you take a friend with you that has a bike that can inspect it with you.... If you get stuck, pm me and I'll help, having recently bought a bike privately....
 
Sinbad said:
Get a Honda NC with dct/abs. Commuting dream.
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Second this, mainly because not all large bikes are that scary. Keep it to a large single cylinder or a parallel twin or something, and get a slightly bigger bike. You won't know this now, but once you start riding in traffic, it is safer having the power to get you out of sticky situations than it is to ride with a smaller bikes.

Also, I was advised that getting a smaller bike means that you end up taking chances because you don't want to lose your speed, and get back to highway speed.

Take this from whence it comes - someone that had no riding experience, none. Did a course and bought a F800GS and have been riding JHB traffic daily for the last three or so months.
 
FiestaST said:
WATCH: Man jailed after filming himself riding at over 320km/h on a motorbike

Adam Campion was sentenced to 21 months at Nottingham Crown Court after he admitted driving dangerously.

https://www.wheels24.co.za/News/wat...riding-at-over-320kmh-on-a-motorbike-20180720

(Video at link)
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Clickbait headline from Wheels24.

Man jailed after filming himself riding at over 320km/h on a motorbike is the headline.

Copy reads: A man has been jailed for filming himself riding at nearly 200mph on a motorbike

Video still shows 185mph = 296km/h.

Even the video states nearly 200mph. 185 is not nearly 200.

That's a fair bit slower than over 320km/h

Useless journalist.
 
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