On all our Southern Africa routes you can choose (subject to availability) from a Suzuki DL650 V-Strom, BMW F700GS, or BMW F800GS. The ‘base bike’ – the model included in the basic tour cost is the Suzuki DL650 V-Strom. The Suzuki is a dual purpose V-twin and is very good for solo or two-up use on a variety of terrains.
Our bikes are fitted with dual-purpose tyres, with tread patterns appropriate to a tour’s terrain.
An upgrade to one of the BMWs is available at extra cost, which varies according to the duration of the tour.
All models are available with lowered seat heights, so please let us know if you need a lower bike.
You will be required to place an excess deposit of £1000 against damage to all of our bikes. This must be done online by credit card before you arrive. Please see Terms & Conditions of Hire. Our Suzukis are fitted with crash bars and hand-guards to minimise any damage and we do not charge for marks on these articles, or seek to make a profit from repairs.
If there is another specific machine that you would like to ride on tour, please get in touch and we will see if we can accomodate your wishes.
Suzuki DL650 V-Strom
A comfortable and economical, mile-munching bike. An all-rounder, capable on sealed and dirt roads. The Suzuki has a punchy, smooth, economical engine and all-day comfort for both rider and pillion.
NO SURCHARGE
INSURANCE EXCESS: £1000
Capacity: 652cc
Fuelled Weight: 214kg
Power: 69bhp@9000rpm
Seat Height: 835mm
BMW F700GS
Relatively light, low and very easy to handle. Nippy, low and sips petrol. Very comfortable for rider and passenger. Has rider aids, including heated grips, switchable ABS, traction control and Electronic Suspension Adjustment.
INSURANCE EXCESS: £1000
Upgrade Surcharge
Taste of the Cape (9 days) £110
Cape Classic (12 days) £130
Northern SA (12 days) £140
Jo’burgh to Cape Town (14 days) £N/A
Lesotho (11 days) £140
Capacity: 798cc
Fuelled Weight: 214kg
Power: 75bhp@7300rpm
Seat Height: 820mm (low seat 790mm)
BMW F800GS
Very capable on tarmac, or gravel. Punchy engine, yet good economy. ABS, electronic suspension, traction control and heated grips.
INSURANCE EXCESS: £1000
Upgrade Surcharge
Taste of the Cape (9 days) £180
Cape Classic (12 days) £250
Northern SA (12 days) £250
Jo’burgh to Cape Town (14 days) £N/A
Lesotho (11 days) £250
Capacity: 800cc
Fuelled Weight: 214kg
Power: 85bhp@7500rpm
Seat Height: 880mm
BMW R1250GS
A big thing with lots of smooth everything – comfort, performance and weight. Plush pillion perch. So well known, I’ll stop here.
INSURANCE EXCESS: £1500
Upgrade Surcharge
Taste of the Cape (10 days) £510
Cape Classic (12 days) £610
Northern SA (12 days) £640
Lesotho (11 days) £640
Jo’burgh to Cape Town (14 days) £N/A
Capacity: 1254cc
Fuelled Weight: 249kg
Power: 136bhp@7750rpm
Seat Height: 850mm – 870mm
