We dropped into the recent AMID Bike Show held at the Red Star Racetrack during the weekend of January 27th. Most of the motorcycle importers were there showing off their new models for 2024. We did notice the absence of big names like Kawasaki, BMW and Triumph though, which was a little sad to say the least.

However there was still a considerable attendance from excited motorcyclists enjoying good food, trade stands, and a chance to ride around the twisty track. Maybe next year could become an even bigger event, which we’d like to see?A few bikes that did stand out were the new Rally version of Suzuki’s DL800 DE, which we’ll be testing in the very near future, and the new range from MV Agusta (www.mvagusta.com) now supported by the KTM brand. Hopefully 2024 will become a good year for all concerned and well done to all for the support.

The first of the all-new 390 Duke has arrived in SA. With an increased capacity of 399cc, new chassis, improved WP suspension, new headlight, new electronics and new styling, it’s surely going to be a sales success once again during 2024.

Our friends at RAD KTM have one of the first demo models in SA, so if you’d like to go and ride this new bike give the guys a call. We had a quick ride and can confirm it’s a very impressive new motorcycle on all counts. We will be testing this bike in the beginning of 2024, so look out for that review.

Another impressive feature is the price of R110,000, which is only a slight increase over the previous 2023 model. So why not drop by RAD KTM and check out this bright new KTM.

Visit www.radktm.co.za or call (011 234 5007) for more details. 

It’s that time of the year, again, and are you struggling to find a gift for your friends and family? Well Ducati SA has the answer with their gift cards, which you can see here.

Their store is simply enormous and full of delightful Ducati products, including t-shirts, caps, jackets, boots and helmets, to name just a few.

You can also admire their comprehensive range of Ducati motorbikes, not forgetting the full range of Suzuki motorcycles and Kawasaki as well. After walking around their three floors you might feel a little thirsty, where you can then enjoy their posh restaurant selling everything from a tasty sandwich to an ice cold beer.

So drop in and have a chat with the friendly staff at MFE, based in Centurion/Pretoria, and maybe buy one, or two, of these cool looking gift cards for your partner? There’re also a few demo bikes too, if you fancy trying out a new bike from the above manufacturers – tell them we sent you.

Call: Ducati SA (012 765 0600) or mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (066 151 1823) for more information.