I'm thinking of taking my pulsar 180 to the berg in a couple of
weekends time, its about a 3 1/2 hour drive in a car, but I'm planning
on taking it slow with frequent rest breaks. I wont be doing it alone
and I wont have to take a back pack. Any other advice?
Cool thanks, Ja I have been thinking about the 17 tooth, but the power
I would miss... And puncture sealant definitely sounds like a great
plan. Do you recommend long trips?
On Aug 18, 9:08 am, cat <bpar...@mrpricegroup.com> wrote:
i'll get back to the forum later, but for now...question 1 / answer 1 :-)
try to get the sprocket, you can change it yourself easily and put the original back later.
i got mine from Jonway, apparently they don't get 16T, and there's no clear information on the indian forums about what is available from Bajaj - seems like they just get them from..third-party manufacturers. the one i got from Jonway turned out to be Motrix, for Yamaha FZR 250.
it's easy, you have to loosen the chain (loosen the axle) ...take off the front sprocket cover (8mm socket) ...bike in first gear ...unscrew the 2 8mm bolts holding the sprocket, wiggle it off and out of the chain, put the other one on... adjust the chain tension, tighten rear axle. :-)
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Sent: 18 August 2009 11:36
To: Bajaj Riders RSA
Subject: Re: Any advice for long trips?
Cool thanks, Ja I have been thinking about the 17 tooth, but the power
I would miss... And puncture sealant definitely sounds like a great
plan. Do you recommend long trips?
On Aug 18, 9:08 am, cat <bpar...@mrpricegroup.com> wrote:
> I'd want the 17 tooth sprocket. And I'd take some puncture sealant.
> (The 4x4 one, Holts.)
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Yes! Definitely. Check this:
http://www.bcmtouring.com/forum/travelogues-west-india-f62/sariska-ri... ...you'll find lots of nice ride reports there - with Pulsars and
other similar bikes - with good photos. Good people there. If you can
take a few photos on your trip - or someone else does, it would be
very welcome there, if you wrote a little ride report.
There is an article about a father and son who did a trip up to Namibia.
The only problem there is with the bike is the lack of top-end, even
with the sprocket change. If you are riding into a headwind or have a
crosswind, the 125km/h is quickly reduced to 85 - 95 km/h.
The greatest danger is that running at full throttle, there is no play
for acceleration to get out of danger and this increases the risk to
yourself, given our crazy drivers in SA.
However, from a mechanical perspective, it will handle it and from a
comfort perspective I found a run up to Swartruggens and back to JHB
(approx 350km)a comfortable ride.
[mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of cat
Sent: 18 August 2009 05:06 PM
To: Bajaj Riders RSA
Subject: Re: Any advice for long trips?
> Do you recommend long trips?
Yes! Definitely. Check this:
http://www.bcmtouring.com/forum/travelogues-west-india-f62/sariska-ridin g-tiger-s-den-t8265/
...you'll find lots of nice ride reports there - with Pulsars and
other similar bikes - with good photos. Good people there. If you can
take a few photos on your trip - or someone else does, it would be
very welcome there, if you wrote a little ride report.
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3.5 hours sounds like 500km to me. It is going to be a hard trip.
On the philosophy side: get your attidude right at the beginning and
it seem ok already...
What I mean is, you have a small sized engine and you are going to do
a longish trip, you want to enjoy the trip at well , slower speed. Big
mc can do 700 to 900 km in a day. You will be lucky to do 300 and
enjoy the views and not get tired. You will soon understand what I
mean...
On the technical side:
Be prepared for cold, and take a small tent or share one between you
all.
Bring the necesarry tools.
Tyre levers and puncture repair kit including 1 or 2 gators for the
tyre. Remember the little valve screw.
Forget about changing sprockets ha-ha you are going to need torque on
passes. And talking about that, our machines like it more screaming it
out long inclines than being in lower gears...you will see the
difference in fuel economy and engine life...
Take some oil, the bajaj engines do use oil too.
Remember those MRF's are hard compound rubber, watchout for water on
the road and especialy on curves! Maybe you will be lucky and find
some ice too in the berg , he-he.
To tie things to the bike, use those elastic ropes, they stay tight.
I need to hear of your experiences for my trip, please.
Cheers
On Aug 18, 8:48 am, hosebeast <hosebeast3...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I'm thinking of taking my pulsar 180 to the berg in a couple of
> weekends time, its about a 3 1/2 hour drive in a car, but I'm planning
> on taking it slow with frequent rest breaks. I wont be doing it alone
> and I wont have to take a back pack. Any other advice?
I'm going on the 24th of September, only I'm not sure if my partner is
keen so we may end up taking a car this time, but I will definitely
twist his arm for a later date when we have time to spare (which we
don't really have this time) but we shall see, maybe some arm twisting
will go somewhere this time:)
On Sep 1, 11:19 am, cat <bpar...@mrpricegroup.com> wrote:
Two months ago I didn't do what any normal person would do. I didn't sleep
in my comfy bed till 07h00. I didn't wake up to a hot shower. I didn't have
some nice morning tea and toast.
No, you see me, I rode from Durban to the bottom of Sani Pass. Firstly its
was LONG, and secondly it was a COLD ride. Long, because I was riding a
disabled bike. And cold because I left at 04h30!
Remember, what you plan to do, and what you actually do are two very
different things. I planned to have my bike in mint condition but it wasn't.
I planned on taking a few mates with, but I ended up going solo. I planned
on riding up Sani Pass but I chickened out a few weeks before.
I'm sure you've done the easy things like book accommodation, plan outings,
and get your passport (if you're entering Lesotho).
My tips:
Figure out how long you're going to be away and make space for luggage. I
went away for a long weekend, so my Topbox had more than enough space for
me. I also ordered an ammo box, to fix to the side "sari-guard" (the little
rack at the back-left) to use as a toolbox/pannier. Unfortunately it only
got delivered the day before I left so I didn't have enough time to attach,
or use it. I've attached a picture of it though. If you want one then go to
www.packrat.co.za
Map out your fuel and rest stops. I didn't.
My journey:
I rode from the North Coast (where I live) to a garage just before the
Marianhill toll plaza. I stopped there for a toilet break and some coffee.
Remember I was riding a disabled bike so my top speed was a Flash Gordon
like 74km/h! That means serious cases of numb-bum very frequently. Like a
fool I took coffee in a flask (don't believe what the salesmen tell you,
they don't work) and I also didn't fill up fuel at that garage.
On the way towards PMB it was a soul-crushing ride because of the low speed,
not enjoyable at all. Trucks were overtaking me. :( I didn't feel like
stopping in PMB and I thought there would be a garage just after. There
wasn't. I had to take the off-ramp near Howick (R617) and travel into the
rural areas. I passed little dorpies but no sign of a garage! Couldn't stop
as it was really dark and I was skrik of being alone in the middle of
nowhere. Again it wasn't enjoyable due to the fact that on uphills I slowed
down to a crawl at 55km/h! Eventually found a garage but when stopped in
front of it realised it was closed! Damn, these rural folk don't understand
the concept of 24hours.
To make things worse I was almost on reserve now AND my feet felt like logs.
I kid you not! I had lost all feeling in my legs, save for a slight
tingling. Now I was desperate. It was starting to get brighter but what a
shame I couldn't stop to enjoy the scenery and take some photos. Eventually
made it on reserve to Bulwer where a Caltex was open. It felt like the doors
of heaven opened and angels were calling my name, (Kiiiiraaaan, Kiiiiraaaan
(can't you hear them?)) :) I trudged into the men's to get my kit off and
then use the hot water to thaw my limbs but when I opened the tap nothing
came out! No hot water! Now I felt like the devil was pointing and laughing
at me :(
After filling up and sending a quick sms home (Hi ma, I'm alive :) ), I
shoved off towards my target, Underberg. There I shot right towards
Himeville. This last 30kms were the longest off my life. I stopped 3 or 4
times and when I finally turned left onto Sani Pass road I felt so relieved.
Sani Pass road is in the process of being tarred so at the moment its mostly
gravel.
Made it easily to my place of accommodation. Here I unpacked and stowed my
stuff away. Initially I planned to ride up Sani Pass but chickened out a few
weeks earlier so I decided to go up via the chalet's 4x4. Was sharing with
some Dutch tourists so wasn't that expensive.
The drive up Sani Pass and the weekend up there in Lesotho was something
else. I'll leave that for another time. My ride back was uneventful as I had
learnt from my mistakes, had enough fuel and blasted my way back to Durbs
during midday when it was nice and warm.
Basically you must plan well. Map out rest and fuel stops. If you've got
those covered you'll be fine. And make it happen, even if it means going on
your own, its a really good experience. You'll learn a lot.
Now that my bike is in tip-top condition I'll look at making that trip again
next year. It looks like the berg is a popular destination, who knows, maybe
some of us can hook up for a trip next year!?
Kiran
P.S. If your bike isn't in tip top condition, I wouldn't recommend the trip.
Rather sort it out 1st then you can enjoy the journey.
> I'm thinking of taking my pulsar 180 to the berg in a couple of
> weekends time, its about a 3 1/2 hour drive in a car, but I'm planning
> on taking it slow with frequent rest breaks. I wont be doing it alone
> and I wont have to take a back pack. Any other advice?
Thanks Kiran sounds like some good advice, I am glad that I can learn
from your mistakes instead of my own... I am going just past
Underberg along the Drak Gardens rd and I will definitely have a mate
with me, plus I am aiming to leave at sparrows fart (hopefully) and I
have done the trip millions of times by car so I know the road pretty
damn well. Uh the only problem I have at the moment with my bike is
that my battery is buggered, but all this means is that I can't use
the electric start and have to kick start, but otherwise tip top.
If an underberg-ward trip happens any time soon count me in, I am
really keen to meet up with some Durban riders as I don't know any,
even if its just for breakfast runs on Sunday!
Thanks for all your help:)
On Sep 2, 11:29 pm, Kiran Jagmohan <kiran.holdi...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Two months ago I didn't do what any normal person would do. I didn't sleep
> in my comfy bed till 07h00. I didn't wake up to a hot shower. I didn't have
> some nice morning tea and toast.
> No, you see me, I rode from Durban to the bottom of Sani Pass. Firstly its
> was LONG, and secondly it was a COLD ride. Long, because I was riding a
> disabled bike. And cold because I left at 04h30!
> Remember, what you plan to do, and what you actually do are two very
> different things. I planned to have my bike in mint condition but it wasn't.
> I planned on taking a few mates with, but I ended up going solo. I planned
> on riding up Sani Pass but I chickened out a few weeks before.
> I'm sure you've done the easy things like book accommodation, plan outings,
> and get your passport (if you're entering Lesotho).
> My tips:
> Figure out how long you're going to be away and make space for luggage. I
> went away for a long weekend, so my Topbox had more than enough space for
> me. I also ordered an ammo box, to fix to the side "sari-guard" (the little
> rack at the back-left) to use as a toolbox/pannier. Unfortunately it only
> got delivered the day before I left so I didn't have enough time to attach,
> or use it. I've attached a picture of it though. If you want one then go towww.packrat.co.za
> Map out your fuel and rest stops. I didn't.
> My journey:
> I rode from the North Coast (where I live) to a garage just before the
> Marianhill toll plaza. I stopped there for a toilet break and some coffee.
> Remember I was riding a disabled bike so my top speed was a Flash Gordon
> like 74km/h! That means serious cases of numb-bum very frequently. Like a
> fool I took coffee in a flask (don't believe what the salesmen tell you,
> they don't work) and I also didn't fill up fuel at that garage.
> On the way towards PMB it was a soul-crushing ride because of the low speed,
> not enjoyable at all. Trucks were overtaking me. :( I didn't feel like
> stopping in PMB and I thought there would be a garage just after. There
> wasn't. I had to take the off-ramp near Howick (R617) and travel into the
> rural areas. I passed little dorpies but no sign of a garage! Couldn't stop
> as it was really dark and I was skrik of being alone in the middle of
> nowhere. Again it wasn't enjoyable due to the fact that on uphills I slowed
> down to a crawl at 55km/h! Eventually found a garage but when stopped in
> front of it realised it was closed! Damn, these rural folk don't understand
> the concept of 24hours.
> To make things worse I was almost on reserve now AND my feet felt like logs.
> I kid you not! I had lost all feeling in my legs, save for a slight
> tingling. Now I was desperate. It was starting to get brighter but what a
> shame I couldn't stop to enjoy the scenery and take some photos. Eventually
> made it on reserve to Bulwer where a Caltex was open. It felt like the doors
> of heaven opened and angels were calling my name, (Kiiiiraaaan, Kiiiiraaaan
> (can't you hear them?)) :) I trudged into the men's to get my kit off and
> then use the hot water to thaw my limbs but when I opened the tap nothing
> came out! No hot water! Now I felt like the devil was pointing and laughing
> at me :(
> After filling up and sending a quick sms home (Hi ma, I'm alive :) ), I
> shoved off towards my target, Underberg. There I shot right towards
> Himeville. This last 30kms were the longest off my life. I stopped 3 or 4
> times and when I finally turned left onto Sani Pass road I felt so relieved.
> Sani Pass road is in the process of being tarred so at the moment its mostly
> gravel.
> Made it easily to my place of accommodation. Here I unpacked and stowed my
> stuff away. Initially I planned to ride up Sani Pass but chickened out a few
> weeks earlier so I decided to go up via the chalet's 4x4. Was sharing with
> some Dutch tourists so wasn't that expensive.
> The drive up Sani Pass and the weekend up there in Lesotho was something
> else. I'll leave that for another time. My ride back was uneventful as I had
> learnt from my mistakes, had enough fuel and blasted my way back to Durbs
> during midday when it was nice and warm.
> Basically you must plan well. Map out rest and fuel stops. If you've got
> those covered you'll be fine. And make it happen, even if it means going on
> your own, its a really good experience. You'll learn a lot.
> Now that my bike is in tip-top condition I'll look at making that trip again
> next year. It looks like the berg is a popular destination, who knows, maybe
> some of us can hook up for a trip next year!?
> Kiran
> P.S. If your bike isn't in tip top condition, I wouldn't recommend the trip.
> Rather sort it out 1st then you can enjoy the journey.
> > I'm thinking of taking my pulsar 180 to the berg in a couple of
> > weekends time, its about a 3 1/2 hour drive in a car, but I'm planning
> > on taking it slow with frequent rest breaks. I wont be doing it alone
> > and I wont have to take a back pack. Any other advice?
:-) Thanks, Kiran! Interesting!
I suppose you weren't in a mood to take photos.
Good points about planning, mapping out fuel stops. I'm typically too
stupid and lazy to do it; your story sounds like my typical thing.
Then again, it's an "adventure". (I hate being cold, though. I'll
never do those Leh/Ladakh trips,)
I try to stay off the freeway, the N3 and so on, take the back roads,
the Pulsar's nice at 80-90kmh. (I've been finding out a bit about
using the mobile phone GPS, just need to download some software - and
get an SD card, then can do it without using data connection, without
airtime.So that'll help with finding good routes.)
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I actually see many Pulsar's everyday but always when I'm riding to work so can't turn around or stop to have a chat with the riders. When the IPL was in RSA and I attended a match, just after the match ended and I went to my bike, there were two identical Pulsar's parked next to mine! They seem to be very popular in Durbs.
Too bad they don't all join this forum/group. I think we only seek other Bajajians when we have a problem and need help.
I'm probably fantasizing, I've learnt that, but it would be so good to have a group, informal group like that - "gang" just kidding, of course - and represent on bcmtouring. It would be good. :-)
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You make me jealous. Its B freezing up here in the morning. I must say I am
having so much fun on my Avenger even though it's not as fast as predicted,
poor thing has to carry 95 kg. This is the first week that I have ridden to
work every day and it has been a pleasure.( read invigorating) Try Gauteng
traffic. If its not the taxis its some wally in a 4x4 trying to make a
point. People seem to think that a bike even @ 90km/hr must be overtaken in
a 60km/hr zone. What are these people smoking?????
Best regards
Bill Bower( AKA) Chromedome
16 Herron St
Atlasville Ext 1
Boksburg 1459
tel 011-973-3059
Fax 011-973-3059
mob 082-940-6619 Bill
mob 082-417-3536 Chris
[mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Brian Parker
Sent: 04 September 2009 10:21
To: bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: Any advice for long trips?
I'm probably fantasizing, I've learnt that, but it would be so good to have
a group, informal group like that - "gang" just kidding, of course - and
represent on bcmtouring. It would be good. :-)
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We must just do it, make a date and go for a ride, because from the
sounds of things it seems like we have a lot of Durban people keen
(Sorry Bill). Didn't get to go for my long distance ride because we
woke up in the morning to the pelting rain of the last week so decided
it was best to take the car, only to pass PMB and for the weather to
clear up perfectly, so I am well keen to go on a trip soon. Sunday?
Not too early mind :) What does everyone think?
After having been down to the South Coast this long weekend( In my Bakkie
and Tent) I wish you all well on your bikes in the wind and rain!!!!! I am
still trying to dry the mud and moisture(wet) off the tent
What a waste of a trip even though it is beautiful and green compared to
Gauteng and Free State
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From: bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com
[mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of hosebeast
Sent: 29 September 2009 13:16
To: Bajaj Riders RSA
Subject: Re: Hey change the subject
Hey Everyone!
We must just do it, make a date and go for a ride, because from the
sounds of things it seems like we have a lot of Durban people keen
(Sorry Bill). Didn't get to go for my long distance ride because we
woke up in the morning to the pelting rain of the last week so decided
it was best to take the car, only to pass PMB and for the weather to
clear up perfectly, so I am well keen to go on a trip soon. Sunday?
Not too early mind :) What does everyone think?
That's an everyday thing for me. I use my bike as my main means of
transport. A good pair of riding pants that you can put on easily,
like the easyover pants, are a must. Also a rain jacket and dayglo
vest plus gloves (with cut-off fingers). Keep them on the bike all the
time. Here in Durbs it can rain even when the sun shines!
Kiran
On 01/10/2009, Bill Bower <bo...@pluto.co.za> wrote:
> After having been down to the South Coast this long weekend( In my Bakkie
> and Tent) I wish you all well on your bikes in the wind and rain!!!!! I am
> still trying to dry the mud and moisture(wet) off the tent
> What a waste of a trip even though it is beautiful and green compared to
> Gauteng and Free State
> Best regards
> Bill Bower
> -----Original Message-----
> From: bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com
> [mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of hosebeast
> Sent: 29 September 2009 13:16
> To: Bajaj Riders RSA
> Subject: Re: Hey change the subject
> Hey Everyone!
> We must just do it, make a date and go for a ride, because from the
> sounds of things it seems like we have a lot of Durban people keen
> (Sorry Bill). Didn't get to go for my long distance ride because we
> woke up in the morning to the pelting rain of the last week so decided
> it was best to take the car, only to pass PMB and for the weather to
> clear up perfectly, so I am well keen to go on a trip soon. Sunday?
> Not too early mind :) What does everyone think?
I agree with your recommendation but how do you use your brake, throttle and
clutch without fingers, (sorry I had to do that). By the way you cant keep
anything on your bike in Gauteng, it goes missing!!!! Enough nonsensence. My
Avenger and I are coming up to 1300 Km and what a pleasure. Long overdue for
1 st service but what a chelp to get it in for a day or two.
Fuel consumptiom is not as good as thought, but better than my Isuzu 2.8
Bakkie.
I knew that bikes vibrate but at 95km/hr even by eyes vibrate must be old
age....
By the way there seem to be very few of us chatting on the web. I know it is
difficult to do on a bike but come on...
[mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kiran Jagmohan
Sent: 02 October 2009 07:41
To: bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: Hey change the subject
Hi Bill
That's an everyday thing for me. I use my bike as my main means of
transport. A good pair of riding pants that you can put on easily,
like the easyover pants, are a must. Also a rain jacket and dayglo
vest plus gloves (with cut-off fingers). Keep them on the bike all the
time. Here in Durbs it can rain even when the sun shines!
Kiran
On 01/10/2009, Bill Bower <bo...@pluto.co.za> wrote:
> Hi
> After having been down to the South Coast this long weekend( In my Bakkie
> and Tent) I wish you all well on your bikes in the wind and rain!!!!! I am
> still trying to dry the mud and moisture(wet) off the tent
> What a waste of a trip even though it is beautiful and green compared to
> Gauteng and Free State
> Best regards
> Bill Bower
> -----Original Message-----
> From: bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com
> [mailto:bajaj-riders-rsa@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of hosebeast
> Sent: 29 September 2009 13:16
> To: Bajaj Riders RSA
> Subject: Re: Hey change the subject
> Hey Everyone!
> We must just do it, make a date and go for a ride, because from the
> sounds of things it seems like we have a lot of Durban people keen
> (Sorry Bill). Didn't get to go for my long distance ride because we
> woke up in the morning to the pelting rain of the last week so decided
> it was best to take the car, only to pass PMB and for the weather to
> clear up perfectly, so I am well keen to go on a trip soon. Sunday?
> Not too early mind :) What does everyone think?
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