Developed by South African whiz kid Mike Puzey, the BRM 300 is the first ever South-African manufactured motorcycle. Powered by the Italian TM engine, this 2-stroke race machine has made some waves in the market place, in events against world-famous race-winning brands, holding its own and even out-performing many competitors in its class in tests. It proved itself at the Roof of Africa 2012, and surprised the media when it was tested; the PUZEY BRM 300 has to be the best value-for-money 2-stroke 300 enduro motorcycle in the country.
“The goal was to design and built an affordable South African production dirt bike, using all the best trick components available to us, we were really pleased with outcome as were the media testers,” said Mike Puzey
“The BRM 300 came out tops in all the tests, I think surprising them in the way it performed, the stock features include a Gripper seat, billet wheels, Pro Taper bars, Brembo Hydraulic clutch. Big radiators – with a fan fitted standard, braided brake lines – twin pot stoppers up front and a single pot out back, Spider grips, Cycra Brush guards. The plastics are identical to those on the top factory models. The brake calipers and wheels are top quality. The disc protectors are unique and really work better than most of the competitors. Our stock tank holds 9.5 litres of fuel – good for a range of around 80km, we also have a secondary bolt-on aluminium tank available that holds an extra 3 litres, that mounts neatly just above the engine,” said Puzey.
Going this route with the BRM 300 allowed Puzey to have all the parts for this motorcycle which are readily available. Another unique feature and a first in the industry is Puzey’s patented cam-adjust system, which raises and lowers the seat height according to what ones needs.
So what’s the bike like, we took an extract from Glenn Foley’s Dirt & Trail test that’s says it all.
“From a stylish and build point of view – this bike is reminiscent of the latest Maico’s. The guys from Puzey have used ideas and components from all over – and we recognised more than 1 or 2 mainline brand bits on the bike.”
She feels a tad portly compared to other 300cc 2-strokes – but we do like the fact that the seat height can be adjusted – nice for people with shorter legs. The kick started is perfect with a good stroke and she fired up easily after a few kicks. The stock HGS pipe emits a wicked howl when you hit the throttle. The clutch is lekker soft, snick her into gear and you take off… 
Take off is the right word, this bike is a rocket, but thanks to some clever mechanical and electronic trickery, Puzey has managed to really tame the TM engine down – so it is incredibly user friendly. If you need torque for climbing, the engine delivers oodles of just that. If you want a fast ride, open the throttle, flick through the gears and you’ll soon be doing Mach 4 or so. You also have a mapping switch – map 1 for the fast stuff – map 2 for more torque – and you can feel the difference. The gearbox is slick, handling is predictable. The suspension is really good – turns out that the forks are Showa cartridges, with specialised inners designed by Mike Puzey himself. We did notice that it has been set up by ace suspension tuner Hilton Hayward; they felt really good – quite soft, which is great for the more tricky stuff – and it never got out of shape while we rode it. The rear monoshock is fully adjustable with a remote reservoir – so you can have it all set up to your specific needs.
The conclusion, we rode everywhere from some tricky rocky sections, through rivers, over mountains and – of course on some really fast winding sections. We’ll say it again – take any preconceived notion that you have about alternative bikes and chuck them out of the window. This one feels as good as anything out there. It did not overheat, it never battled to start – it was an absolute pleasure to ride. – Glenn Foley
The Puzey workshop will build this motorcycle on special requests and confirmed orders placed.
“We still have a few in stock and some orders for the BRM 300 Motard machine, it will certainly make a very quick Motard unit with its lively 2 stroke power plant.” “All the BRM’s are fully race prepped, the current stock will be on sale at the old price R 58 999 (incl. VAT).” “All units built on special orders will include exhaust and radiator guards together with the standard race-spec disc sprockets, rear brake guards, hand guards and radiator fan. Plus a long-range fuel tank as optional extra, we will be announcing the new BRM 300 pricing soon,” said Mike Puzey.
For more information on the BRM 300 call Puzey Bikers Warehouse, Mike or his sales team on 011 795 4122
Or visit their web site for more info www.puzey.co.za and www.bikerswarehouse.co.za
