July 2006

BIKE TALK

REVIEWS Honda CRF250R

KWAZULU NATAL

BMW K1200S

NEWS What’s On Calendar In the News Run Feedback

OTHER Who to Buzz

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a word from the editor It has been an interesting month from the “Chicken” to good and cold weather riding conditions, KZN remains one of the best places to ride in. Well we did not get the Kawa ZX14 for review due to stock related issues but we managed to put two reviews together for you nonetheless.

As you will see, we have a few new faces in this issue, yes from advertisers to staff. To all the new advertisers, a heartfelt WELCOME from all of us at Bike Talk and to those advertising again, thank you for your ongoing support and for believing and trusting in this communication tool. In the end, it’s here to serve you and your loyal following of customers.

I again invite all advertisers to please send us your Event Dates which will be placed in the “What’s on Calendar” helping you maximize attendance, and that goes for Run or Event Feedback.

Some of you have already met William, who started with us in the beginning of June, he is here to look after your business advertising needs and also do a review every once in a while. Give him a call ...

I managed to get up to Richardsbay and Empangeni last month meeting some of the dealers up there, thank you to those who received me well. Well-done to Affordable Bikes in Richardsbay for taking the initiative and being the first from that area to advertise with us.

I would also like to apologise for down-time on the website, we’ve recently moved offices and Telkom took their usual time to move our ADSL and telephone lines. As soon as we’re on-line again we’ll update the website with the latest news and mag articles for your viewing.

Here is to another issue of Bike Talk, maybe the best so far, eager to improve on every previous issue. We are continuously looking for lucrative distribution channels through which we can reach more readers for you, any thoughts or suggestions will sincerely be appreciated. To all our loyal readers, please show your ongoing support to everyone advertising in this mag, it’s them in the end who are making this possible.

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CONTENTS

BIKE TALK EDITOR Hein Jonker ART DIRECTOR Trevor Woodside

REGULARS A word from the Editor

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Subscribe & Discount Card

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Keeping it Up?

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(Just a few pointers that could save a life)

ADVERTISING SALES William Morris

What’s on Calendar

FINANCIAL DIRECTOR Carin Jonker

In the News

PRINTING Clickrite

Pic of the Month

CONTRIBUTORS Hein Jonker - Layout Trevor Woodside - Design William Morris - Reviews Mario @ Honda NPN - Cover ... and many others

REVIEWS Honda CRF250R

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BMW K1200S

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OTHER Who to Buzz

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(KZN Biking Events an’ all)

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(People and Places in the news)

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(Send us yours and win)

(Contact details of advertisers)

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Just for Fun The Salesman

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(Used bikes and stuff For Sale)

Bikes on the Dish

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(DSTV Guide for Bikers)

Run Feedback

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(Tell us where you went and how it was)

Competition Time

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(Enter and WIN BIG)

Words of Wisdom While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information and reports in this magazine, the publisher, editor, production personnel, printer and distributor do not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any errors or omissions or for any effect there from.

The views expressed by correspondents are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. All rights reserved.

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(Bikes on Fun Rides)

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(A message of Truth)

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keeping it up

by Hein Jonker

Group Riding Motorcycling is primarily a solo activity, but for many, riding as a group -- whether with friends on a Sunday morning ride or with an organized motorcycle rally -- is the epitome of the motorcycling experience. Here are some tips to help ensure a fun and safe group ride: Arrive prepared. Arrive on time with a full gas tank.

Hold a riders’ meeting. Discuss things like the route, rest and fuel stops, and hand signals. Assign a lead and sweep (tail) rider. Both should be experienced riders who are well-versed in group riding procedures. The leader should assess everyone’s riding skills and the group’s riding style.

Keep the group to a manageable size, ideally five to seven riders. If necessary, break the group into smaller sub-groups, each with a lead and sweep rider.

Ride prepared. At least one rider in each group should pack a cell phone, first-aid kit, and full tool kit, so the group is prepared for any problem that they might encounter.

Ride in formation. The staggered riding formation (see diagram below) allows a proper space cushion between motorcycles so that each rider has enough time and space to maneuver and to react to hazards. The leader rides in the right third of the lane, while the next rider stays at least one second behind in the right third of the lane; the rest of the group follows the same pattern. A singlefile formation is preferred on a curvy road, under conditions of poor visibility or poor road surfaces, entering/leaving highways, or other situations where an increased space cushion or maneuvering room is needed.

Avoid side-by-side formations, as they reduce the space cushion. If you suddenly needed to swerve to avoid a hazard, you would not have room to do so. You don’t want handlebars to get entangled.

Periodically check the riders following in your rear view mirror: If you see a rider falling behind, slow down so they may catch up. If all the riders in the group use this technique, the group should be able to maintain a fairly steady speed without pressure to ride too fast to catch up.

If you’re separated from the group, don’t panic. Your group should have a pre-planned procedure in place to regroup, don’t ride beyond your skills to catch up.

For mechanical or medical problems, use a cell phone to call for assistance as the situation warrants.

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what’s on CALENDAR DATE

EVENT

DESCRIPTION Leaving Autobahn PMB at 9AM. Entry R35 which includes Badge. Contact Stan on 082 824 3783 or Dave 082 307 2353 Castaways Holiday Resort, Munster.

Contact Jo on 083 285 0815

16 Jul

CMA PMB 4th Annual Poker Adventure Run

28 - 30 Jul

8th Dragon Rally

9 Aug

Bikers Book n Blanket Charity Run

Start: Pinecrest Mall to leave 9.45am, Mass ride to Stables Market. Entry: Bring good condition, Kiddies Books & Clean Blankets. Les 083 487 6846

Rider Training (Proficiency)

Masons Mill, PMB. Cont: Jo on 0832850815. R700 pp. Incl. Camping & Food. BMW Riding Instructor. Own bike required.

20 Aug

CMA Greytown Chapter Launch

Join CMA on this joyful day in Greytown, 10am. Entry R30 plus R40 boufet lunch, lucky draw and refreshments. Contact Leon or Ena on 033 4171674 after 6pm.

26 Aug

RIDER TRAINING (Proficiency)

Masons Mill, PMB - R550 pp. BMW Riding Instructor. Own bike required. Contact Jo on 083 285 0815

27 Aug

Day of the Clubs

V.T.B.A.

1 - 3 Sept

CMA Faith Rally

22 - 25 Sept

Hippo Rally

29 Sept - 1 Jul

Dolphin Rally

19 - 20 Aug

Hosted by CMA at Skogheim, South Coast. Contact Rui on 082 800 4108 Richards Bay Urquhart Campsite, Graaf Reinet Entry R100 Inc. Metal/Cloth badges.

BLOOD RUN to Lahee Sports Park Rugby Club, Pinetown. One PINT BLOOD to swop for One BEER! Badges, T’s, Games, Music, Grub & Pub. Contact Les on 083 487 6846 or Eban on 082 540 2703 Harrismith. Simon Fourie 011 782 5521 or bikesa@icon.co.za

15 Oct

Blood Run

27 - 29 Oct

Rhino Rally

4 Nov

Bad Bunch Num Bum Run

1000km in 12hrs R200/bike Ends & Departs Tusk Casino, Empangeni.

Contact Philip on 083 300 0461

11 - 12 Nov

RIDER TRAINING (Novice)

Pinetown - R1200/person inc. Loan Bike.

Theory & Practical with BMW Riding Instructor. No license necessary. Contact Jo on 083 285 0815

26 Nov

24th National Annual Toy Run

1 - 3 Dec

Legionaires Rally - Harrismith Caravan Park - Great Site

Leaving: Pavillion, Westville - 10am.

Music, Grub ‘n Pub at Lords & Legends in Toti. Contact Jo on 083 285 0815 or Les on 083 487 6846 Full programme, DJ, Big Tent, Foodstalls & Cold Stuff, on-site Dyno & Tyre Changing. Entry R130 (Cloth & Metal Badge) No penalty on late entry. Contact Eben on 082 540 2703

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IN THE NEWS

DMC (Durban Motorcycle Centre) were, to our resources, the first Kawa Dealer to sell the AWE new ZX14 in KZN. Welldone to Bruce and his team, may there be many sales of these Busa Eaters ... ooops did I say Busa, well find out for yourself. Here is Craig from DMC with the proud new owner, Cohen Clarivette Pic by Bike Talk

Xtreme Outdoor is a brand new concept store based in Toti offering a full range of Quads, Scooters, Pitbikes and also a selected range of OUTDOOR CAMPING equipment. They also have a fully equiped workshop and carry enough spares to build a fleet of these machines (see page 14 for more info) Pic by Bike Talk

Brand New in KZN, B & Q Trailers, was started by Dave Marshall in May this year supplying various bike & quad trailers to our local market. Dave offers options to suite your requirements and quality is guaranteed. A no frills no fuss trailer that’ll suite your pocket (see page 20 for prices) Pic by Bike Talk

The Junction at Nottingham Road has become a prime spot for any biker and his pillion. Take the N3 or the Meander, but get there and take part in the feast they have to offer. Lots to see, lots to do, any amount of people any day of the week from 8am - 5pm. (see page 14 for more info on their Bikers Breakfast) Pic by Bike Talk

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Welcome the Auto Umhlanga, now in their first issue of advertising with Bike Talk. This is a true upmarket store with BMW Motorrad Accessories and Gear everywhere you look.

As part of Auto Umhlanga, they offer a full range of BMW Motorcycles, Spare Parts, a fully equiped Workshop to handle all service or maintenance related issues. With a BMW qualified technician you can be sure they’ll get it right all the time. Not only are these great motorcycles but you get the service you deserve from two great guys truly dedicated to the brand. The recently expanded showroom, as you can see, is clean and well set up ... walk in the one door and ride out the other. Keep an eye out for any upcoming events and you can be sure we’ll be there to cover it. So, what are you waiting for, it’s time to upgrade your RIDING LIFESTYLE boys!!

Have a look at the review on the K1200S and at their advert on the back cover.

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REVIEW - HONDA CRf 250r REVIEW BY WILLIAM MORRIS Thanks to Stefan at Honda Pinetown for organizing this review, and for getting the bike to and from the track.

taste dirt in no time at all.

OVERVIEW The CRF250R is Honda’s finest offering into the 250cc MX competition arena. Power comes from a liquid cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke boasting 31.5kW at 11 000rpm and 29.2Nm at 9500rpm.

Straight from the outset it is obvious that this is a track focused tool. Just a quick glance at the motor and realization hits that CRF is on the cutting edge of technology. This is not a bike “for the whole family”. Respect is due and necessary, or you will

CONGRATULATIONS HONDA, THEY’RE TWINS! The immediate standout on the ‘06, of course, is the twin pipes tucked neatly in under the number panels, the purpose of which Honda claim, are to sharpen power delivery and give smoother, more responsive handling.

Well, they certainly look impressive! This bike is extremely well balanced and gave me lots of confidence in the air. The low centre of gravity, thanks to the radiator being mounted 5mm lower than the ’05 model, was a major part of it, and the parallel pipes, if anything, seemed to add to the impeccable balance. Front and rear adjustable Showa suspension has been improved for extra bump absorption, giving a beautifully smooth ride whilst providing plenty of feel; landings especially felt solid, but not hard, and yet forgiving at the same time.

Suspension has come a long way over the years, and this is as good as it gets. The 240mm discs front and rear bring you to a halt as quick as you could wish for on dirt. The front dual-piston calliper felt especially strong adding to the confidence factor that just seems to grow with every minute on the Honda. The acceleration from low down is astounding; remember that this is a four-stroke, so the power curve is far more usable than a two.

Bringing the front up at any speed is an absolute breeze with loads of grunt being the order of the day. Top end is there as well, but the bottom and mid range is so impressive that it is a little overshadowed.

MULTI TALENTED? This is a motocross sensation with podium spots to prove it, but what about trails, sand, hills and the like? Can she “do it all”? In my humble opinion, indeed! The CRF’s handling is agile, sharp and responsive, thanks to its light weight and balance with perfectly matched suspension. Add to the mix smooth and practical acceleration and you have yourselves a fantastic trail bike. In the sand you realize how light this bike really is, with the low centre of gravity giving the impression of being even more so. At a 93.3kg dry weight the Honda is truly a lightweight, but don’t think for a moment that translates to weakling! The twin-spar aluminium frame is absolutely solid and crafted to withstand a serious hammering. Weight loss from last year’s model is due to a few minor changes including shorter and lighter front fork outer tubes, a lighter and stronger front wheel hub, and a lighter swing-arm construction, but the exhaust system is a little heavier and brings the actual total to about half a kilo heavier than the ’05.

OVERALL RATING All around, Honda has put together a captivating machine that is practically race ready, whilst being a brilliant all rounder. If you are looking at getting into motocross seriously or just want to leave your friends in the dust out in the bush, get yourselves down to Honda Pinetown and organize a test ride. I give it two thumbs up!

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REVIEW - BMW K1200s REVIEW BY WILLIAM MORRIS First off, we’d like to thank Ian and Shaheen at Auto Umhlanga for affording us the privilege of testing this beauty.

FIRST IMPRESSION Styling is elegant, sharp and aggressive, giving an overall impression of brutal power. This machine oozes refinement and sophistication. Powerplant is an across the frame, in-line four; a rarity in BMW stables. The 1157cc engine is compact in design allowing a beautifully sleek and slender build. Build quality is top notch - no surprises, considering its heritage and price tag. Judge this book by its cover, it tells no lies.

CONTROLS AND GADGETS Placements of basic controls are different than Jap bikes and take a couple minutes to get use to, but once you do, the arrangement is user friendly and actually makes sense. Heated grips are standard and have two temperature options.

PERFORMANCE Max power output is 123kW at 10,250rpm; torque a mighty 130Nm at 8,250rpm. Delivery is powerful and smooth all the way though but starts getting real exciting over 7,000rpm. Once in movement this 227.5kg Beemer feels light and can easily be flicked from side to side. Handling is positive and confident, with a hint of playfulness; a truly delightful ride. Braking is a phenomenal experience, thanks to BMW’s Motorrad Integral ABS, giving the rider absolute peace of mind at any speed, or even at any angle. This is one bike you can actually brake mid-curve, thanks to the brand new suspension design up front. This unconventional setup, called Duolever, negates all diving motion, giving you far more control under heavy braking.

COMFORT BMW has taken a giant leap forward with its world-first (in a series production motorcycle) Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) which has 3 options: comfort, normal and sport, which allow you to adjust suspension on the fly to suit riding style. Set it on “comfort” and I swear they quickly slip an extra bit of cushion in the seat; it just soaks up the bumps and makes cruising an absolute pleasure. Sport mode was my personal favourite and made peg scraping a breeze, the whole bike seemed to stiffen up allowing the rider complete confidence in critical sections. As usual, BMW has considered the pillion rider, whose seating position is roomy and comfortable. I felt that the clutch was very stiff, which got a little tiresome after a while. There was also a fair amount of engine vibration from just under 6,000rpm till about 7,000rpm, but other than that, the twin balance shafts make this one smooth operator.

RUNNING COST Claimed fuel consumption at 120km/h is 5.5 l/100km. With tank capacity at 19 litres that should get you about 345km, assuming you drive like a fairy. We travelled a bit over 250km (distance, not speed!) in a day (albeit sometimes heavy-handedly) and pretty much finished a tank.

OVERALL RATING A truly multi-talented machine, outstanding in so many areas, makes driving the K1200S one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have on a bike. Can perfection be reached? I am giving this one 9/10!

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PART NITE DJ C from East Coast Radio, come join the party with his live band “Alpha” Free champagne give-aways and jelly shooters.

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who to buzz AFFORDABLE BIKES Phone: 035 7511000

HONDA PINETOWN Phone: 031 7025603

R B S YAMAHA Phone: 031 7011311

AUTO UMHLANGA (BMW) Phone: 031 5029800

JEFF’S BIKES Phone: 031 3012073

REALNET - TOTI Phone: 083 777 8716

B & Q TRAILERS Phone: 084 549 7084

JORDAN MOTORCYCLES Phone: 031 3378003

RAZER GEAR Phone: 082 8243783

BREAKEVEN (APRILIA) Phone: 031 5691357

KAWASAKI CORNER Phone: 031 7012464

ROADMASTER Phone: 031 3013181

DAKAR MOTOR CORP. Phone: 031 3685665

LORDS & LEGENDS Phone: 031 9034534

SPEDDICK MC TYRES Phone: 031 5792260

DUCATI CAFE Phone: 031 5665464

MONTCLAIR MOTORCYCLES Phone: 031 4622210

SUZUKI HILLCREST Phone: 031 7658969

DURBAN MOTORCYCLES Phone: 031 3327487

MOTO-TOUR AFRICA Phone: 082 412 2232

THE JUNCTION Phone: 033 2666116

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NEVILLE’S EXHAUSTS Phone: 031 4622210

TOMMY JOHNS MC Phone: 031 7012464

GEAR UP Phone: 031 5664932

PAZ SPRAYPAINTERS Phone: 031 4622007

TOTI MOTORCYCLES Phone: 031 9032067

GOPIS MC TRAINING Phone: 083 4440679

PERRY YAMAHA Phone: 031 3126310

XTREME OUTDOOR Phone: 031 9038904

GRANT UMPLEBY Phone: 031 3038323

PINETOWN SPORTBIKES Phone: 031 7012115

ZAP AUTO CARE Phone: 031 4641992

JUST FOR FUN

This month I had the enjoyment of riding the Kawasaki ER-6F for an entire weekend. What a beautiful bike!

This Kawa looks fantastic and drew admiration from all. The rear shock integrated into the frame and the low lying bullet exhaust are the standout features. This bike’s purpose is to offer an entry level into sport biking that looks great, is easy to ride, promotes confidence and has decent power too. In my opinion, they have achieved this fabulously.

The low rider’s position offers the beginner a more “in control” feeling, as well as a viable option for those of you who are, shall we say, vertically challenged. Ladies, are you looking to get off the back of hubby’s crotch rocket and onto your own milder mannered speedster? The ER-6 may be the perfect fit.

For a 650 twin I thought there was plenty of power on tap. On the freeway this bike felt really stable and comfortable, and the fairing does a splendid job of protecting its rider. This bike does 2-up as well, with a decent pillion seat and pegs that have been positioned with comfort in mind. So for those of you who would like the pillion to be in as good a mood as you are at the end of the trip, check out this well balanced machine!

Thank you to Bruce at DMC (Durban Motorcycle Centre) for arranging this great bike for us – William Morris

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R40 BIKERS REAKFAST - pillion eats free RIDER: 1 Pork Sausage, 1 Boerewors, Bacon, 2 Fried or Scrambled Eggs, Sauté Mushrooms with Onions, grilled Tomato and Chips or hash brown PILLION: 1 Pork Sausage, Bacon, 1 Fried or Scrambled Egg, Sauté Mushrooms with Onions, grilled Tomato and Chips. Both served with homemade Toast, Fresh Orange Juice and Tea or Coffee.

TIMES: 8am until 11h30am - Bookings only for large groups, otherwise just ride & arrive.

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Importers & Distributors of Sunner Quads, Distributors of selected CADAC Outdoor Scooters & Bikes. We also stock a selected Equipment such as Camping Equipment, range of Gear & Accessories Tents, Sleeping Bags and much more.

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FOR SALE ‘05 Aprilia Tuona 1000R, 1000km, higher screen, hardly used - R85,000.00

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FOR SALE ‘06 Honda CBR150 comes in Orange/Blue/Red. R22,000.00

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words of wisdom No Root, No Fruit

Have you ever wondered why you do what you do?

One former Navy pilot tells how he was living a wilder life than he knew he should live. He decided his problem was that he was being led astray by his friends in flight training. So he arranged to finish his work in the program early and be transferred to another field nearby. Yet, it wasn’t long, he said, before he was back in the same old bars, with the same girls, just with different friends. One night out-on-the-town he wondered, “Why do I do this?” And he realized, “Because I like to.”

Before a person becomes a Christian-I mean a real Christian, not just someone who says he is-his “want-to” is broken. He is not interested in God. He is bored by church and by reading his Bible. He cannot “make” himself “want to” do right and he cannot “make” himself “want not” to do wrong. When a person is born again, God repairs his “want-to.” Even though he still feels the pull of temptation, he will have a new set of desires. He will love God and want to talk to God in prayer and see what God has to say to him in His Word, the Bible. He wants to be around other people who love God; church attendance becomes meaningful. There is a new desire to obey God. Why do we do what we do? The answer is simple: we do what we do because of what we are. It’s like fruit trees. Apple trees bear apples, pear trees produce pears, peach trees grow peaches. The fruit is the natural result of the nature of the tree. I suppose you could tie apples to a peach tree, but that would not make it an apple tree. In the same way, adding religious activities to one’s schedule doesn’t make one a Christian. Just as the fruit of the tree naturally flows from the nature of the tree, even so the attitudes, words, and actions of our lives reveal the true nature of ourselves.

Jesus said, “Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit....Therefore, by their fruits you will know them” - eSWORD

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