I can confirm, 30 hours in Doha beats a 9 Hour layover at the airport, hands down. Especially when it includes an epic opening MotoGP! Thanks to the night race, we had time to explore our surrounds, and what a pleasant surprise Doha has been. Clean and peaceful, yet they get the job done. Makes … Read more
As a dealer, a KTM dealer, I struggled to understand the 390 Duke positioning. Legally too much for under 18 and too little (read slow) for over 18. #preconceptions In my experience, naked bikes are not very practical in this country. Exposing the rider to unpleasantries on our long straight roads, unlike European congested towns … Read more
The GPS warned me that the Moto Guzzi Museum only opens at 15:00, so I rerouted to MV Agusta assuming the Museum would be at the same location. Well its not. And its closed until Saturday. A blessing in disguise!!! Upon arrival at MV, I presented myself to security and whispered the password “factory tour”, … Read more
Back in the day, when we owned Ducati Cape Town, we were privileged enough to visit Italy and Ducati regularly. Our since visit back since 2006, like Ferrari, not much has changed other than new models. Still have a massive respect and soft spot for Ducati as a Brand on and off track. Lovely to … Read more
Kyalami Track Day courtesy of SA Biking Academy & KTM South Africa, with a quick visit to Lamborghini Johannesburg. [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”59″ gal_title=”Kyalami Track Day”]
A stroke of genius I thought when the KTM 1190 Adventures were introduced, sharing the same frame and motor, but different suspension & wheel setup catering to different market segments. The R enjoying a 21/18 wheel combination with longer (manually adjustable) suspension travel, wider handlebars, lower screen and one piece “motocross” style seat clearly the … Read more