Repairs/Services in East/ Southern Africa
 

Hi All,

I'm based in Malawi and ride an 03 XT600e. I plan to do a few longer rides in the region ( I've yet to venture out of Malawi), and finally to ride the bike back to Europe late next year.

I had the bike serviced recently at the bike centre in Lilongwe with a South African guy Jimmy. (who was a great resource for anyone on the Capetown - Cairo route.)

We had a chat about bikes, and I'd intended to get the bike serviced and modified in readiness for longer trips. Sadly, I heard that Jimmy passed away earlier this year. RIP

I'm no mechanic and a novice rider, so I'd like to get info on bike repair centres in the region ( Dar, Nairobi, Lusaka, Harare, Mozambique) so that when I do strike out into the region, I know where to go, if I have difficulties.

Thanks for any help

WS

Hey WS,

In Nairobi the most common destination is Chris at Jungle Junction. There is also a KTM dealer who might be able to help you out in a pinch if you are looking for general parts like tires, etc. Don't know if they make a habit of working on non KTM bikes though. Cheers.

hi, in lusaka you find several motobike dealers and workshops like honda and suzuki. ask the people. in nairobi the first adress is chris at jungle junction in lavington.