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Latest motorcycle news, road tests, buying guides, and industry updates from across South Africa.

Brough Superior and Aston Martin first street legal motorcycle, the AMB 002

Aston Martin has finally built a road legal motorcycle, but the interesting bit isn't the badge. The AMB 002 is a 130 hp, 190 kg collaboration with Brough Superior, combining carbon, titanium and nearly a century of motorcycle history.

Sep 11, 2026 · 10 min read

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Ducati Johannesburg Is Back. And This Time It’s Proper

A new Ducati home in Johannesburg. Personal messages from Marc Márquez, Gigi Dall’Igna and Ducati’s racing elite. One 888 that started it all for Marco Casciani. This isn’t just another dealership opening, it’s a proper homecoming for Ducatisti.

Aug 25, 2026 · 3 min read

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Corse Customs Sandton: Where Nothing Leaves Standard

Think you’ve seen every motorcycle workshop in Johannesburg? Think again. I found Corse Customs tucked away in a Sandton parking complex, and inside is everything from award-winning Ducati builds to wild custom QJMotors and a BMW S1000RR that’s had a serious makeover.

Aug 14, 2026 · 9 min read

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Stand a chance to win an Insta360 X4 Air bundle!!!

🔥 FINAL CHANCE TO WIN! We’re handing over an Insta360 X4 AIR package to one lucky motor enthusiast! Want to capture every ride in ultimate 360°? Enter now before entries close 31 August 2026. T&Cs apply. Details below🎥🏍️

Aug 03, 2026 · 2 min read

ScorpionEXO GT SP Air

The EXO-GT SP Air is a groundbreaking touring helmet that combines cutting-edge technology, premium safety features, and rider-focused comfort. The EXO-GT SP Air offers exceptional performance, safety, and style.

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MotoAmerica Mid-Ohio 2026: Binder Wins Twice, Scholtz Takes Superbike Victory

South Africa’s MotoAmerica contingent had one hell of a weekend at Mid Ohio. Darryn Binder swept Supersport, Mathew Scholtz won Superbike Race Two, and Cameron Petersen survived the chaos. But is “Saffa domination” really the story?

Aug 03, 2026 · 6 min read

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Is the Honda NX500 Worth R132,000? A Tall Rider’s Brutal Honest Verdict After Thousands of Kilometres

A 2metre, 115 kg rider on an entry level 500cc adventure bike… most people would call it a mismatch. After thousands of real South African kilometres, the truth is far more interesting than the size difference.

Jul 28, 2026 · 15 min read

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The Great Saffa Invasion: South African Racers Who Shaped MotoAmerica

Why are we still chasing MotoGP when our best homegrown talent is quietly dominating a massive global series across the Atlantic? Local riders and crews are rewriting the rules. Discover the massive transatlantic shift changing SA racing

Jul 17, 2026 · 6 min read

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Triumph (Buying and learning to ride a motorcycle in her fifties)

At 50, I thought my colours had faded forever. Then I sat on a red Triumph motorcycle, and everything changed. This is a story of reclaiming my life, finding courage on two wheels, and learning that it’s never too late to ride your own road.

Jul 16, 2026 · 9 min read

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A Week with the QJMotor SRT900SX: The Adventure Bike That Kept Changing My Mind

Can a R170k adventure bike with Brembos and heated seats actually rival the premium giants? The QJMotor SRT900SX is SA’s most disruptive release of the year. But a week in the saddle proved that spec sheets only tell half the story.

Jul 15, 2026 · 17 min read

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Shindy Motorcycle Parts South Africa: Premium Piston Kits, Carburetor Kits & More

When maintaining a motorcycle, there is no room for compromise. Shindy Products has built a 40 year reputation for Japanese precision engineering that meets or exceeds OEM standards. From piston kits and carburettor repair kits to brake calliper rebuilds and starter clutches, Shindy delivers the reliability serious riders and workshops demand. Now available in South Africa through Game Services Racing.

Jul 09, 2026 · 4 min read

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MXGP Returns to South Africa After 18 Years… But Was It Enough?

MXGP returned to SA after 18 years with world class bar banging at Terra Topia! But did a tight economy and premium ticket pricing price out the grassroots families the sport desperately needs? We dive into the blunt reality of balancing the sport vs. the spreadsheet.

Jul 09, 2026 · 11 min read

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QJ Motor SRK 600 RC – Is it cheap for a reason…?

Everybody says Chinese motorcycles are cheap. Almost nobody asks why. We rode the new QJ Motor SRK 600 RC and discovered a sportbike that doesn't just challenge expectations, it forces us to question whether the entire motorcycle industry has been pricing itself into a corner.

Jun 30, 2026 · 8 min read