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larrysimpson 13 Jul 2012 22:39

south africa bike rentals
 
Hi
Anyone ever have any experience with dualsport adventure and rental or motorbikehire, owned by Craig Marshall in Cape Town, SA? They are quoting pretty good long-term (2 month) rental rates for XT660s but want to confirm they are solid and reputable before I send deposit sight unseen.

Regards,
Larry Simpson

bajanz 14 Aug 2012 18:58

private vs. corporate
 
Be sure to check on the insurance....a private hire is sometimes not necessarily legal, especially it could void the insurance. We rented (BMWs)from a group called MotoBerlin in South Africa....picked up in Joburg and returned them in Capetown....very painless...

Vaufi 14 Aug 2012 22:08

You could ask at this forum of South African bikers:
Wild Dog Adventure Riding - Index

Electra 12 Sep 2012 23:45

Not an answer but another question. All tours in South Africa appear to be aimed at big, expensive bikes and big riders.
Does anyone know of tours suitable for shorter riders (but not Harleys).
Alternatively, and better still, can you rent smaller bikes, perhaps Kawasaki KLX 250 etc.

Vaufi 15 Sep 2012 19:22

You could try alficox.co.za
He has KTM bikes. Just send him an email. Maybe there is something for you :innocent:

Otherwise there is BMW MOTORRAD in Pretoria & Cape Town. Maybe they offer the 650cc bike with lowered seat & suspension.

Good luck!

davenwalk 29 May 2013 16:48

I've used them and they were great. Priced better than most, and we hired 3 bikes and had a great time.

Craig was also very helpful with suggestions on routes, accomodation etc etc.

Forsellini 11 Mar 2014 00:22

Motorrad
 
I was supplied with a bike in May last year (13) and left Centurion heading for Vic Falls. This company was wonderful to deal with. I had a unfortunate rear disk brake problem the second day out (in Botswana) and Motorrad "overnited" a replacement bike to my location. No delays. Great bunch of guys.
Bob

Squily 11 Mar 2014 04:57

I rented an XR650L from Michael in Johannesburg (also from DPA Dual Purpose :: Motorcycle Experiences in Southern Africa) With Michael, cash is king and you can get a much better price ;)

Got a great price, no hassles with the bike or the return. He supplied soft luggage as well.

Not sure what Craig has down in CT, but Michael also had TransAlps and a 950KTM available.


Edit: Electra: DPA also does great tours to different parts of the southern Africa continent and can do 'special' guided tours as well, which normally includes catering and support vehicles.

Brntrt 11 Apr 2014 16:21

I rented a 650 Sertao, from Africa4Adventure. 7500 km of trouble free riding from CT to Vic falls and back. The owner Charles is great to work with.

*Touring Ted* 12 Apr 2014 20:28

Motozulu, I guy on hear rents bikes in South Africa.

I know through first hand experience he is a top bloke..


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