Archive of BMW Motorrad Club Cape (2006 - 2019)

Some think it folly, others madness, even dangerous and few are in agreement, to take long bike trips by oneself is the ultimate riding experience.

Is it not lonely, boring or intimidating are often the responses to hearing about such a trip?  Well it is actually wonderfully selfish.  You go, start and stop when or wherever you want.  Travel at a speed that suites yourself.  The Route can be changed on a whim and places explored without considering anybody else.

This was our first ever motorcycle trip and also our first ride with the club (or any group for that matter) and I therefore decided to join this group with Geoff for the beginners. My wife Denice had never been on a motorcycle before Friday the 10^th of May 2013, since we only bought our 2007 1200 GSA recently.

This report is based on a first time beginner on gravel .

I chose to have a laid back trip as there was too much stress in the work environment. I did not want a trip with speed. So I joined Geoff Russell’s group. Yes you heard me correctly.

We all gathered at the Engen 1 stop at Joostenberg. After a meet and greet Geoff gave a quick talk.

Wow,  we are back from the BMW Bike fest and I am pleased to report it was a great success.

Hamman Motorrad would like to thank all our customers who attended and supported us over the long weekend away,  I am sure after your great inputs, every one whom attended was aware of and now know of Hamman Motorrad.

Things started Friday morning at 07h30 at the winelands onestop for a role call and rider briefing and each of our pre confirmed customers received their Hamman Bike fest T- Shirts.  ( If you would like one they can be ordered