We are starting to see more of these types of events, possibly more than ever, with most motorcycle dealers beginning to host their own events, outrides and get-togethers. With KTM arguably growing into one of South Africa’s top lifestyle brands we have seen how the orange rider is now spoiled for choice, especially when faced with the decision of where and what to ride. We think the biggest positive that comes with it, is that riders have never had it this easy to join an orange group on the weekend or during the week. This is thanks to an array of KTM dealers spread across the country, sharing their passion and driving their own events.
With orange, red and blue blood flowing through their veins and with the craving to ride already set within their DNA, TRAX MOTO organised an adventure demo day for their loyal customers and adventure riders to experience some of the bikes only buyers and the lucky press get to ride. When you’ve got an adventure range starting from the all-new KTM 390 ADV, 690 Enduro, 890 Adventure R, 901 Norden and the 1290 Adventure R, what more could you ask for? Riaan Koen (Owner of TRAX MOTO) wanted to go one further. Let me elaborate…
After Husqvarna’s recent international and local Norden 901 Expedition launch, Riaan and Jeff (head of sales) decided to finish up early with the dealer conference and got their demos back before anyone else. Yes, before we as journos could even give you the lowdown, TRAX had them on demo this past Saturday. This is typical of Riaan and his team, a passionate bunch of riders who want the local market to get their food while it’s still hot.
Even with the rain being present on Saturday, this did not stop the majority (21 odd riders) from showing up on the day, to tease their wallets with the line-up of motorcycles. Their range really suits a wide demographic of riders and that was seen this weekend with young, middle age and legends all smiling and getting their knees dirty whilst eyeing all that’s new for 2023. With ignitions constantly turning on, riders were met with a typical warm V-twin, Parallel-twin and big bore thumper welcome, before going on a short route out and around the Silver Lakes area.
With riders pulling in after their demo ride, they were greeted with some warm cups of coffee, cold drinks, boerewors rolls and good old bike talk. As mentioned above, there were just over 21 riders on the day, but with that came many spectators. Most had their eyes on the newcomer dressed in its blue and white livery, a bike born to head up north. Talking about “north,” one of TRAX’s clients just purchased a new Expedition and is planning on riding up north through Africa to arrive at his final destination in Sweden called Huskvarna, the birth town of Husqvarna motorcycles. How cool is that!
Sometimes all it takes is visiting your local dealer, going on a demo ride, chatting with mates or even just catching a whiff of adventure like the trip through Africa, to ignite your future adventure—that’s what it’s all about.
So, there you have it, if you find yourself twiddling your fingertips and don’t know where to ride or what to do, keep an eye on your local KTM’s events page or follow our Biking Events calendar as we try to update you on all the local rides and events that are taking place throughout the year.
