Gravel and Tar

Gravel and Tar Welcome to my page, where I share my motorbike adventures across South Africa!

Join me as I explore mountain passes, gravel roads, coastal areas, charming towns, and more—any place my trusty Transalp 700 can take me.

One of the best little drones I bought. I just had one question, can it follow a motorbike and how fast? Well this littl...
27/10/2025

One of the best little drones I bought. I just had one question, can it follow a motorbike and how fast? Well this little drone is "Flip"pen nice.



I recently got myself the new DJI Flip drone — perfect for those solo motorcycle trips through remote mountain passes where it’s just you, your bike, and the...

This morning didn’t start easy — I had to fix a flat back tyre before heading out to the Honda Wing Road Tour 2025. Afte...
25/10/2025

This morning didn’t start easy — I had to fix a flat back tyre before heading out to the Honda Wing Road Tour 2025. After pulling out a long nail and fitting a new tube, I finally hit the road to what felt like biker heaven — great food, even better friends, and all the dream bikes lined up to ride.
First up was the 2025 Honda Transalp 750 with quick-shift — a 755 cc parallel twin weighing just 210 kg, smooth six-speed gearbox, and the perfect balance of power and comfort.
Then I hopped on the 2025 CFMoto 800 — an 800 cc twin putting out 95 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque, giving great value and performance for its class.
And finally, the big one — the 2025 Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT. A 1,083 cc parallel twin with Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission, weighing 254 kg with a 25 L tank. It’s pure long-distance adventure comfort.
After that ride, I can safely say — the Africa Twin has my heart… now I just need a few extra jobs to afford it!



Turkana Gear Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26

This morning didn’t start easy — I had to fix a flat back tyre before heading out to the Honda Wing Road Tour 2025. After pulling out a long nail and fitting...

Hidden Gem of Mossel Bay – The Incredible Mosaic Tunnel You’ve Never Seen!During my Turkana Safari Challenge, I stumbled...
21/10/2025

Hidden Gem of Mossel Bay – The Incredible Mosaic Tunnel You’ve Never Seen!

During my Turkana Safari Challenge, I stumbled upon one of Mossel Bay’s best-kept secrets — the Mosaic Tunnel at Pinnacle Point. This stunning tunnel tells the story of Mossel Bay’s rich history and sea life through breathtaking mosaic artwork. Each piece captures the spirit of the ocean and the people who call this coastal town home. If you love discovering hidden gems and local art, this is a must-see stop on your next Mossel Bay adventure!

Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26 Turkana Gear

During my Turkana Safari Challenge, I stumbled upon one of Mossel Bay’s best-kept secrets — the Mosaic Tunnel at Pinnacle Point. This stunning tunnel tells t...

Today was an incredible day on the road with fellow bikers as we shined the light of Jesus Christ together. We rode out ...
11/10/2025

Today was an incredible day on the road with fellow bikers as we shined the light of Jesus Christ together. We rode out to the Rocktober Festival in Mossel Bay, celebrating 30 years of ministry by Set Free Ministry and Bikers Church. The event was filled with powerful worship, prayer, and fellowship — and we also witnessed a special patching celebration as a new member received the Light Riders colours. After the message and music, everyone enjoyed fun games, good food, and great company. Truly a blessed day of faith, friendship, and freedom on two wheels!

Today was an incredible day on the road with fellow bikers as we shined the light of Jesus Christ together. We rode out to the Rocktober Festival in Mossel B...

On my Turkana Safari 3 journey, I discovered a true hidden gem in Mossel Bay — The Bike Barn. This incredible collection...
06/10/2025

On my Turkana Safari 3 journey, I discovered a true hidden gem in Mossel Bay — The Bike Barn. This incredible collection is a paradise for anyone who loves motorcycles, cars, or anything with wheels. With over 200 bikes already on display and a goal of reaching 300, every single machine here has its own unique story. If you’re ever in Mossel Bay, make sure to stop by and experience this motor lover’s dream for yourself.

Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26 Turkana Gear The Bike Barn

On my Turkana Safari 3 journey, I discovered a true hidden gem in Mossel Bay — The Bike Barn. This incredible collection is a paradise for anyone who loves m...

Today I rode over the scenic Outeniqua Pass to Louvain to witness an incredible world record attempt — the largest gathe...
27/09/2025

Today I rode over the scenic Outeniqua Pass to Louvain to witness an incredible world record attempt — the largest gathering of Jimnys I’ve ever seen! A total of 1,100 Suzuki Jimnys came together with one goal: to close their car doors at the exact same time. The atmosphere was electric, filled with festivities, excitement, and amazing vibes all around.

Today I rode over the scenic Outeniqua Pass to Louvain to witness an incredible world record attempt — the largest gathering of Jimnys I’ve ever seen! A tota...

Happy Braai Day!Sunrise Coffee, Roadside Braai, Windpump Hunt & MoreIt was a full day packed with challenges and adventu...
24/09/2025

Happy Braai Day!

Sunrise Coffee, Roadside Braai, Windpump Hunt & More

It was a full day packed with challenges and adventures – so much so that I had to split it into three videos! This is the first part of the series.
The day started early with my first challenge: enjoying a sunrise coffee. From there, I moved on to a roadside braai before heading out to visit the Bike Barn Motorcycle Museum and the Mosaic Tunnel (featured in separate videos).
After the museum, I went searching for a windpump – which turned out to be much harder to find in the Garden Route than I expected. My ride along a long gravel road led me to some off-road motorsport action and even a tiny baby tortoise crossing the hot road at surprising speed!
Eventually, I spotted an old windpump near a farmhouse and managed to capture my final photo of the day. To end it all off, I enjoyed some great pizza at the Road Side Deli Padstall.

Turkana Gear Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26 Garden Route Motorcycles

It was a full day packed with challenges and adventures – so much so that I had to split it into three videos! This is the first part of the series.The day s...

Scenic Ladies Ride & Treasure Hunt – A Day of Inspiration with Gerda Du ToitToday was a wonderful day for women to come ...
22/09/2025

Scenic Ladies Ride & Treasure Hunt – A Day of Inspiration with Gerda Du Toit

Today was a wonderful day for women to come together and celebrate their love for biking. This scenic ladies-only ride and treasure hunt was followed by an afternoon of being truly spoilt.
Our special guest, Gerda Du Toit, an inspiring double amputee, shared her story and touched many hearts. Despite her challenges, she still enjoys her bike rides and continues to be a true inspiration to women everywhere.
A special thank you to Honda Wing George for sponsoring this unforgettable event.

Today was a wonderful day for women to come together and celebrate their love for biking. This scenic ladies-only ride and treasure hunt was followed by an a...

This Sunday morning, I woke up with an unplanned idea—to take on a few challenges for my Turkana Safari Challenge. After...
07/09/2025

This Sunday morning, I woke up with an unplanned idea—to take on a few challenges for my Turkana Safari Challenge. After four weeks off the bike due to work and family responsibilities, I felt it was finally time to get back on the saddle. With no concrete plan, I set off to see what the day would bring. What started as a spontaneous ride turned into an incredible day full of adventure and great riding. Come along for the journey!

This Sunday morning, I woke up with an unplanned idea—to take on a few challenges for my Turkana Safari Challenge. After four weeks off the bike due to work ...

This concludes my Turkana Safari Challenge 2What a great evening I had at the Turkana Safari Challenge 2 Prize giving. I...
16/08/2025

This concludes my Turkana Safari Challenge 2

What a great evening I had at the Turkana Safari Challenge 2 Prize giving. I also got a prize. The biggest prize of all is the great experience and friendships you build being part of the challenge. This was a great event, and thank you to all the sponsors.

Turkana Gear Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26

What a great evening I had at the Turkana Safari Challenge 2 Prize giving. I also got a prize. The biggest prize of all is the great experience and friendshi...

Last night was the Prize Giving Event for the Turkana Safari Challenge 2. Turkana 3 just started and it is not to late t...
16/08/2025

Last night was the Prize Giving Event for the Turkana Safari Challenge 2. Turkana 3 just started and it is not to late to enter.
Thank you Turkana Gear and all the other sponsors.

The Turkana Safari Challenge 2 Prize Giving Evening. Full

Ek en Dirk Visser het vir die Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26 'n ou historiese brug en ons eerste Geocache gekry. Dit...
04/08/2025

Ek en Dirk Visser het vir die Turkana 3 Safari Challenge 2025/26 'n ou historiese brug en ons eerste Geocache gekry. Dit is soos 'n skattejag en baie opwindend. Daar was so klein verrassingtjie of twee op die pad, maar verder was die dag baie geseend.

Ek was baie opgewonde oor vandag. Ek en Dirk het na ons eerste Geocache gaan soek vir die Turkana Safari Challenge 3. Dit was 'n eerste vir my en het dit nog...

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