BikeRoundOz

16/06/2024

Perth to Adelaide on a relocation special...
Darcy here is excited to join his brother and father across the famous Nullarbor Plain. His father's riding around Australia on a Harley and being able to join him and his brother for the leg across the Nullarbor will be a special experience. "It's not often these times come around" said Darcy.

A Special Offer Relocation bike saving the one way fee suited perfectly for his week long trip and is a great way to get a low cost one way journey. We have offers like this all over Australia and so if you can be flexible with your dates, route and bike choice drop us a line ([email protected]) and we'd be pleased to look at options for you.

The Kawasaki Vulcan 900 is smooth, reliable and easy to ride. It looks good too! So good in fact that my camera seems to have focused on the bike and not Darcy - apologies Darcy!

Thanks for the booking and I hope you make many lifelong memories on this special journey together.

10/06/2024

There are definitely more than 9 strange things to discover about Australia, but even we didn't know a couple of these!

08/06/2024

Sydney to Cairns - 18 days with Mark and Jac (Final Part!)
On the final section of their journey north from Sydney, Mark and Jac leave Rainbow Beach and head to Broken River NP to see the famous platypus in the wild!

A short journey from there are the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. A sailing adventure awaited them on Camira which took them snorkelling on the reef and to the famous Whitehaven Beach.

Mission Beach was next on their list with it's long palm lined beaches and laid back tropical atmosphere. Watch out for the big frogs though!

The Waterfall Circuit is a little inland from Cairns and there are a bunch of fantastic falls there. Milla Milla is one of the most photographed and is a nice place for a dip on a hot day - it's cold though, even in Summer!

North of Cairns, Cape Tribulation awaits and some of the oldest rainforest on earth tumbles down to the coral reef lined beach with coconuts scattered around.

Port Douglas is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. It's nearer to the reef than Cairns and so is an ideal place to take the boat to the reef to snorkel.

The road from Port Douglas back to Cairns is a fantastic one, winding along the coast with some huge lookouts. You and the bike are looking good Mark!

Once settled in to Cairns it was time to celebrate an unforgettable journey. Boutique Breweries are a big thing in Australia and Mark and Jac sampled many local brews on the way!

Not content with that though, they were soon flying off to Darwin to take the luxurious Ghan train to Adelaide, meeting their daughter on board.

What a trip! Once again a huge thank you to you both for sharing your hints, tips and wonderful photos on the way. Safe two-wheeled travels!

p.s. if you'd like to know more about the Sydney to Cairns Self-Guided Tour that Mark and Jac booked take a look here and let us know if you've any questions we can help with! https://bikeroundoz.com/self-guided-motorbike-tours-australia/self-guided-tours-sydney/self-guided-tour-sydney-to-cairns/.

04/06/2024

Sydney to Cairns - 18 days with Mark and Jac! (Part 2)
On this section of Mark and Jac's adventure heading north towards Cairns, the Waterfall Way was next on the agenda. Heading east from Armidale towards the coast there are many fantastic waterfalls (there's a clue in the name of this road!) all reached via winding country roads through pockets of lush, green rainforest.

The road plummets down the escarpment from the Rainforest Centre with switchback after switchback heading towards the NSW coast at Coffs Harbour. Great fun in the dry but a little hair raising when it's damp!

After breakfast at the famous 'Idle Inn' they headed via more minor back roads with banana plantations and rainforest to Grafton, Casino and Lismore with Ballina as their destination. More subdued (and far better value for money) then Byron Bay a hotel room overlooking the river allows you to watch the prawn fishing fleet returning home late afternoon.

Byron Bay is on the way to Brisbane for a night in the city before making their way north through the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland with stunning views of the Glass House Mountains from Mary Cairncross Reserve.

Rainbow Beach was the destination with its ferry to the largest sand island in the world - Fraser Island. A 4WD tour is a great way to experience the island. The guides really bring the place to life with fascinating information about both the human and natural history of the region. With a flight taking off and landing on the beach combined with shipwrecks, relaxing on pristine white beaches and lunch and refreshments thrown in it makes for a great day off the bike.

Part 3 will be later this week and thanks again to Mark and Jac for sharing your wonderful journey with us!

01/06/2024

Sydney to Cairns - 18 days with Mark and Jac!
On their second tour of Australia, Mark and Jac rode this popular route perfect for late Autumn and early Spring when the weather 'up north' becomes dry, sunny and warm.

They were kind enough to send us photos and useful nuggets of information each day and, as it's a route often asked about, it's good of them to let us 'ride with them' on their journey during the next few posts.

Their journey begins with the lovely Blue Mountains with Wentworth Falls, the famous Three Sisters and Scenic World. To be truthful it rained on them in the Blue Mountains and so I've used some 'poetic license' with the Three Sisters picture there!

Bells Line of Road and Putty Road north to the Hunter Valley wine region is a fantastic ride well-known by Sydney locals for their Sunday outings. Scenic and twisty with the Grey Gum Cafe a classic bikers hang-out half way.

After a glass or two from the vineyards (and an overnight sleep!) it's another winding ride up the Great Dividing Range via Dungog bakery (a must stop) Bucketts Way and Thunderbolts Way to Armidale at the western end of the Waterfall Way. More on that in the next post.

Thanks Mark and Jac for sharing your wonderful journey with us!

28/05/2024

Sydney to Perth Guided Tour - Part 3
The final post of wonderful memories shared with great new friends.

This section took us across the famous Nullarbor Plain to Esperance, Albany, the Margaret River wine region and into Perth for a final night's celebration.

There were so many more memories to add but I hope this takes you back for a few moments anyway.

Thanks again to everyone for making it such a memorable and enjoyable trip. We hope to catch up with all of you again someday very soon! 🦘🐨🏍️😎

25/05/2024

Sydney to Perth Guided Tour '24 - Part 2
Following from the first of our tour reminders, here are some more for those of you we were lucky enough to spend time with crossing Australia.

This is the middle section from The Great Ocean Road through the Grampians NP to Robe, Adelaide and on to the Flinders Ranges.

Thanks again to everyone for their fantastic pics! 📸🙏

25/05/2024

Sydney to Perth Guided Tour '24 - Part 1
How do you choose the highlights from such an epic journey right across Australia? Covering 6,500km, 19 days and a huge range of environments there were incredible coastlines, mountains, outback gorges, the Nullarbor Plain, the southern forests and world renown wine regions. It was an experience never to be forgotten. 2 or 3 Facebook posts can't do justice - but we'll try! Here are a few reminders for those on the trip and we'll post some more tomorrow.

Thanks to everyone that shared their memories!

21/05/2024

Great friendships made on Sydney to Perth Guided Tour

I’m sure Garry here won’t mind me mentioning that at 80 years old, and having just completed the Sydney to Perth Guided Tour with us, he ticked off a big bucket list item.

The group rallied together and on the last night presented Garry with a BikeRoundOz T-shirt signed by everyone. It was a touching moment and in just a few short seconds really brought home to me the reason it’s so satisfying making these tours happen. The camaraderie and friendships made between like-minded people often last a lifetime with new countries explored and visits made, right across the world.

Garry framed the T-shirt as you’ll see and at the end of the trip wrote on the group WhatsApp… ‘On my way back to Sydney. Thanks for some of the greatest memories of my life. Gazza’.

It was a huge pleasure to have you on tour Gazza. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us all. 🙏

19/05/2024

Perth to Sydney special offers - leaving soon!

Always wanted to ride across the continent but shipping your bike or the one way fees put you off? Go now! Choose from one of the bikes shown and ride Perth to Sydney with no one way fee and from just AU$1,300 for the Yamaha XVS through to AU$1,570 for the BMW800GS/1200GS/Vulcan 900.

Prices are based on 10 days and we’ll help you plan your route to ensure you make the most of your time. No problem if you need more days. The same daily rate applies.

Send me an e-mail now to ask about these low cost special offers and tick it off the bucket list! [email protected].

18/05/2024

Take a look at these incredible photos from . He is one of the many unfortunate people that had to cancel due to COVID but finally took the bike tour he'd hoped for in May this year. It was good of you to think of us again for this trip Kevin and thanks for sharing these wonderful photos! 🐨 🌏 🏍

15/05/2024

A big thanks to Andrew who kindly sent us a video of his journey from Melbourne to Sydney recently. It's a heart pumping journal of some fantastic riding roads in lesser known areas. Thanks for sharing Andrew! 🏍 👍

Some video and photos from our Australian adventure. Video speed has been increased for entertainment value.No kangaroos were harmed in the making of this vi...

05/05/2024

Throwback to an epic adventure in the Kimberlys with Adventure Riding TV 🏍️ They went with our BMW GS 1200 for their outback journey - perfect bikes for the terrain!
Click on the link below to check out the series of bite-sized clips capturing the trip.
Huge shoutout to Adventure Riding TV for showcasing the ride! 🙌
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTjougB3PPaYuKFxrQ7s_kdCYantYqH_d

02/05/2024

An oldie but a goodie!

Getting ready for your Aussie adventure? You may hear tales of fearsome snakes, sharks, and spiders. They're real, but chances of encounters are slim.

Our advice? March with purpose in the bush to deter snakes, and always wear boots. Check for spiders under any gear you've left outside. Follow signs about crocodiles and 'stingers', and steer clear of tropical waters in wet season.

However, the true Aussie threats aren't the ones with teeth and stingers. It's the fearsome Australian magpie! Territorial and bold, they're known to swoop during 'magpie season'. A helmet is your best defence!

We have a page dedicated to advice on taking on Aussie creatures great and small here! 👉 https://bikeroundoz.com/advice-and-information/
(Video from the Daily Mail)

29/04/2024

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥

2025 Tour Dates: 23 May 2025 - 6 June 25

This is the ultimate motorcycle touring experience along Australia's east coast. You'll traverse iconic Australian landmarks in the east, linked by top-notch motorcycling routes that showcase the country's finest. It's a ride we hold dear, and once you've tried it, you'll understand why!

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:
🏍 Welcome dinner on the first evening before the tour begins.
🏍 Farewell dinner at the end of a fantastic tour.
🏍 14 nights in good quality accommodation, typically in 3 1/2 or 4 star resorts, motels or hotels.
🏍 The motorcycle of your choice or you can even bring your own.
🏍 Breakfast is included each day, all other meals are at your own cost although we’ll always have a recommendation on where to eat!
🏍 Lead rider (number dependent) and expert guide who will share a wealth of local knowledge and friendly support.
🏍 Comprehensive roadbook and maps.
🏍 Support vehicle for luggage transport during the tour, complete with spares and repair equipment.
🏍 EXCURSION: ‘Scenic World’ in the Blue Mountains.
🏍 EXCURSION: Hunter Valley wine tour.
🏍 EXCURSION: Australia Zoo entry.

Follow this link to see an indepth itinerary and price options 👉 https://bikeroundoz.com/guided-tours-australia/ultimate-east-coast-tour/

27/04/2024

“Picture this… the raw, untamed beauty and the epic adventure of the Northern Territory”.

Your adventure starts here 👉 https://bikeroundoz.com/guided-tours-australia/darwin-to-melbourne/

26/04/2024

Did you know we offer tours for New Zealand too? 🇳🇿

Our self guided tours include the use of a bike, great accommodation along the way and an itinerary crammed full of information about the route, distances, things to see and interesting background information.

We can tailor almost every aspect of the tours to suit you. Explore our New Zealand Tours click below.
https://bikeroundnz.com/self-guided-motorbike-tours-new-zealand/

Thanks to our client Kari for the great shots! 📸

21/04/2024

🇳🇿 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀!
You can see Australia on tarmac roads if that’s your thing, but there’s so much more to experience and explore if you take some of the gravel routes and tracks.

A dual purpose, Outback Ready bike gives you the flexibility to get to those hidden gems that most tourists rarely see. It’s important you stay safe but, with good preparation, a bit of advice from us, and mindful riding, you’ll have memories of the real Australia that will last a lifetime.

Some of the motorcycles in our Outback Ready fleet include:
🏍 SUZUKI DR650
🏍 BMW F700GS
🏍 BMW F800GS
🏍 BMW R1200GS
🏍 BMW R1250GS

Click below to learn more or to start exploring our Australian tours. 👇
https://bikeroundoz.com/motorcycle-rental-australia/motorcycle-rental-outback-ready/

19/04/2024

18/04/2024

Despite English being the primary language in Australia, the moment you set foot on its soil, you’ll likely encounter some interesting words and phrases. In the Outback, navigating the Aussie slang is all part of the adventure!

Here’s a handy guide to decode some quintessentially Aussie expressions that will have you conversing like a true blue Aussie in no time. 👇

https://thetinberrytravels.com/australian-words-phrases/

15/04/2024

14/04/2024

Check out some of these amazing shots from New South Wales! 📸

Have you seen our SYDNEY TO SYDNEY EXTENDED self guided tour?

Kilometres: 2,180
Days: 7
Best Experienced: September - May

Discover the beautiful World Heritage acclaimed scenery and great motorbiking roads of the Blue Mountains, embrace the heritage and wine making skills of the Hunter Valley, marvel at the spectacle of the Waterfall Way and lose yourself on the sun-kissed coastline around Byron Bay.

This is a round-trip motorbike tour both starting and ending in Sydney, but you won’t be covering the same ground twice there’s far too much to see for that! Experience the highlights of an inland route north, then follow the coast as you return south towards Sydney.

https://bikeroundoz.com/self-guided-motorbike-tours-australia/self-guided-tours-sydney/self-guided-tour-sydney-to-sydney-extended/

11/04/2024

𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗙 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗖𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥!
𝗦𝗬𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘

The scenery you’ll ride through on this trip is simply stunning and some great alpine regions, means some superb biking roads to enjoy! This tour is best experienced from late Spring to early Autumn, due to the somewhat changeable weather that can crop up during the winter months. With so much to experience and enjoy, sandwiched between two incredible cities, you’ll remember these seven days for many more than that.

Kilometers: 2,040
Days: 7
Nights: 6
Best months: September to April

Learn more here: https://bikeroundoz.com/self-guided-motorbike-tours-australia/self-guided-tours-sydney/self-guided-tour-sydney-to-melbourne/

Brochure Download:https://bikeroundoz.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sgt_sydney_to_melbourne.pdf

08/04/2024

Spot the bikes! There are no railings or fences on the famous and remote Nullarbor Plain across the south of Australia. You’d better keep your eye on the track as you can’t see the ocean until the last minute and that’s a pretty hefty cliff to ride off! There are several incredible lookouts like this close to the border between Western Australia and South Australia.

Denise and Rob were both beaming at the end of their rental across the continent from Sydney to Perth. “It was the trip of a lifetime!” said Rob after dropping the BMW and Yamaha XVS in Perth. Not content with motorised two wheels, they are off to New Zealand for a cycling holiday. Thanks to you both for your booking and have a great time in NZ!

05/04/2024

Check out these great shots of the Great Ocean Road! Huge shoutout to Kyrre for sharing this fantastic video with us. Those winding roads are giving us some serious wanderlust!

31/03/2024

Did you know Australia and New Zealand offer some of the best stargazing experiences in the world due to its vast, sparsely populated areas with minimal light pollution!

Here are five must-visit spots for an unforgettable night under the stars:

💫 Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park

💫 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

💫 Coonabarabran, New South Wales

💫 Flinders Ranges, South Australia

💫 Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Reach out to us to include any of these locations in your next adventure! [email protected]

28/03/2024

Did you know that even when the snow melts away, the stunning ski regions of Australia transform into a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts? While you might not find powder-covered slopes during this time of year, you'll discover something equally breathtaking: the unparalleled beauty of Melbourne's Mount Hotham, the winding alpine roads of Falls Creek, and the majestic vistas of Thredbo in the Snowy Mountains.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through these iconic regions, where the crisp mountain air and awe-inspiring landscapes. So, while the skis are stored away for now, don't miss out on the opportunity to explore Australia's ski regions in a whole new light!

Check out a couple of tours that include mountain rides here:

🏍 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮 - https://bikeroundoz.com/guided-tours-australia/sydney-to-melbourne-to-tasmania/

🏍 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗵 - https://bikeroundoz.com/guided-tours-australia/sydney-to-perth/

27/03/2024

The results are in! Conde Nast Traveler have released the ranking of top beaches around the world with Australia and New Zealand taking 7 of the 34 spots!

🌴 Palm Cove Beach, Queensland
🌴 Wategos Beach, New South Wales
🌴 Mona Vale Beach, New South Wales
🌴 Noosa Beach, Queensland
🌴 Awaroa, South Island, New Zealand
🌴 Turquoise Bay, Western Australia
🌴 Gantheaume Point, Western Australia

Learn more about these stunning locations below 👇
https://www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-beaches-in-the-world

24/03/2024

There are some weird and wonderfully named places in the Outback! We've shared some of the wackiest below! Each and every one can be found scattered somewhere across Australia!

Which is you favourite? 😄

🦘 Useless Loop, WA
🦘Chinamans K**b, VIC & NSW
🦘 Monkey Mia, WA
🦘 Wanka Creek, Qld
🦘 Linger And Die Hill, NSW
🦘 Running Jump Creek, Vic
🦘 Foul Bay, SA
🦘 Banana, QLD
🦘 Woolloomooloo, NSW
🦘 Nowhere Else, TAS

21/03/2024

Marc here is looking sharp in his BikeRoundOz T-shirt and neck buff after his Self-Guided Tour across from Perth to Melbourne.

He had his fair share of adventure on the way. There was a once in a lifetime flood on the Nullarbor Plain meaning he couldn’t get through. There are no other sealed roads heading west to east for over 1,500km and so a detour of just 7,000km! Fortunately the road opened but it meant a ride of over 8 hours to catch up in temperatures that changed from 15dC to 43dC overnight.

Marc dug deep and made it to the next overnight stay – a great effort! That combined with the beautiful coastlines and vineyards of the south west, outback gorges and wildlife in the Flinders Ranges, the huge lookouts in the Grampians NP and the world famous Great Ocean Road made it a tour of contrasts and beauty and one I’m sure he’ll remember for years to come.

I’m glad you had a great trip Marc and thanks for booking your tour with us!