The return of the Motomias

It's been just more than two months ago that we arrived back in Stellenbosch after completing 5 800 km's successfully on our two 125cc Motomia Enzo's. What an adventure that was!

Now that we know these bikes can handle long stretches on tar roads, we have decided that it is time to test the off-road capabilities of the 125cc's! We have successfully crossed the Baviaanskloof and managed our way through the Wild Coast, but how will these bikes handle some sand? :o)

This long-weekend, Francois and myself will set off to do just this - take the Motomias where even big bikes have rarely treaded before. Location is the West Coast, but we'll keep it a secret a bit longer and will soon reveal all. We are set to depart early on Friday morning, 2 April 2010 and will arrive back on Monday again with the full update.

Packing up for the last time

We camped for the last time close to Barrydale last night and are sad to end our trip. It feels like yesterday we left for the Northern Cape. We're looking forward to download our pics and to tell the complete story on www.aroundsa.co.za Thanks for all the followers and support and messages along the way! Peace, f&t

One of many water-crossings after the rain...

Last night's rain left us many low-water bridges under water, which made for some feet-in-the-air riding. It has cooled off considerably since yesterday, when we'd have jumped right in at every opportunity!

Rain at Bakkrans

We entered the Baviaanskloof yesterday morning and didn't know what the roads might do to our bikes. It was close to 40 degrees and the rivers were mostly dry. We took most of the day to reach Bakkrans on the opposite edge of the kloof. We were knackered, but trouroughly enjoyed the off-road ride and were very impressed with the little 125's! We had a hot shower, built a huge fire and fell asleep listening to the thunder and rain! Wow, the Baviaanskloof never disappoints!

congratulations Gloudi and Pieter-Louw!

We arrived in the beautiful Gamtoos Valley on Friday afternoon to celebrate the wedding of Gloudi and Pieter-Louw in Patensie! The wedding was held last night and was most definitely a highlight of our trip. What a stunning setting and a wonderful couple! Today we will head off for a final adventure through the Baviaanskloof, just over 5000 km completed and our 17th day on the road... 

Muddy road to Madwaleni

We arrived at the Madwaleni Hospital yesterday, after a badly washed out 16km stretch of dirt road. Tania got stuck once and spun me full of mud as I pushed to free her back wheel. We had a lovely stay at Norman and Anina's and wish we had time to stay another night! We're off to East London today. All the medication Norman gave me, has given me strength again, thanks mate!

Recouperating in Port St Johns

For the first time during our trip we have stayed in the same place for another night! Yesterday it was still rainy in Port St Johns and Fran has picked up some nasty tummy bug so we decided to extend our stay at N'taba River Lodge. We spent a glorious lazy day in bed watching tv and went out to explore a bit in the afternoon and took the bikes up the mountain where there is an airfield and a magnificent view over Port St Johns. Of course we couldn't resist a bit of drag racing competition on the airstrip! Fran started off with a lead as I had a bad start wheelieing my 125cc with a bit too much enthuasism! After a tight race I just managed to get a bit more vooma out of my bike and it was a close call. Perhaps not a clever idea to push our bikes over the limit on a mountain in the middle of nowhere, but the enzos have proved themselves greatly so far with 4100 problem free km's completed! Today we are on the road again and on our way to coffee bay surrounds. Let the good times roll!