Diddo
I can say YES to ALL of kentfallen's recomendations. I, myself, prefer the Suzukis, the Yamahas or the Honda as they are more "dirt" oriented. The Kawasakis are smoother on the long haul pavement routes, but in the softer stuff they are very "head-heavy" and bog down or slip out as they have more forward weight.
Another thing to consider (not necessarily for Africa tho) is if they have automatic carb and timing compensation for altitude. Makes a HUGE difference in grief if you are constantly changing altitude! Here is the DRZ400 at 13,000 ft waiting for a Honda XR450!
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