Classic Rides
Yamaha XT500.
Did this motorbike start the ‘Adventure’ bike revolution? Maybe but back in 1977 they were called trail bikes, aimed towards both on-road and off-road adventures. Either way the Yamaha XT500 soo...
Read More1978 Yamaha RD125
During the mid-seventies two-stroke motorcycles were the only choice for the ‘youth’, or more specifically teenagers who’ve just become 17-years old. Sure, there were some feeble four-stroke offerings...
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Suzuki Avenis 125 - Part 2: Chasing 50?
Words: Bill Hunter.
If you’ve read our previous report you’ll have noticed we’re compiling a long-tern review on this attractive and entertaining scooter. It’s now covered 421km since new and the run...
Read More2025 Redstar Raceway Motorcycle Expo.
During the weekend of 25th-26th January we saw the second edition of the AMID motorcycle show, held at Redstar.
Last year saw a few of the brands in SA not present, this year however there were more ...
Read MoreSuzuki Avenis 125.
Ok, we’ve reviewed this scooter before, so quickly go back to our New Rides section for the article. However, that was just a plain white version, this one here is in the new, and ‘old’, Suzuki MotoGP...
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