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BMW R1200GS

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Australia

Australia is a huge place. To give you some idea it is larger than Europe, and still has room left over. It is the sixth largest country in the world with the world’s lowest population density. Our current population is just under 22million and this equates to 2.8 people per square kilometre.

Temperatures during our summer months can exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the Australian outback on a daily basis, and drop to 3 degrees Celsius during the night. For your safety it is important that you are aware of the prevailing weather conditions when travelling in or through central Australia.

If Australia’s harsh climate doesn’t get you, we have some of the world’s deadliest snakes and spiders, along with some nasty sea dwellers such as crocodiles, White pointer sharks, and box jellyfish. Even a furry little caterpillar can cause a nasty reaction.

In reality, if you plan your trip carefully, and allow enough time to cover large distances without rushing, you can discover the beauty of unspoilt beaches, mountain ranges, tropical rainforests and wide-open plains that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Planning Information

Travelling Tips

Road closures

In the Northern parts of Australia particularly during the wet season (November-March) roads could be impassable due to flooding and Indicators will mark the depth of water. It is strictly forbidden to travel on roads that are signposted as CLOSED. Severe penalties apply.

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Road Trains

When travelling in the outback of Australia you will more than likely see some of the world’s biggest trucks. Road trains can be up to 53mtres in length and take a long time to overtake. Another hazard particularly on un-sealed roads is that they can create a lot of dust. It is always best practice to pull over when approaching an oncoming road train. It will ensure that you are not blown off course and once the dust settles you can proceed. Do not argue about your rights with a road train.

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Animals

Outback roads also pass through fenced and unfenced cattle stations so at times there could also be cattle on the roadways. Cattle that are being moved will generally have a signs posted, but there could always be strays.
It is wise to avoid travelling in the outback from dusk to dawn. Many of our native animals become active due to the lower temperatures and are not aware of traffic.

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Fuel / Water

Fuel and water is available in large cities, generally 24hrs a day however, there can be areas in Australia’s outback that have considerable distances between fuel stations and these facilities can have particular opening hours. Please ensure that you have the resources to travel safely and give consideration to increased fuel consumption when travelling into head winds or on sand & dirt tracks.

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Maps Roads and Tracks

Tar / Bitumen / Sealed Roads

Main roadways within Australia. Speed limits vary depending on the state or territory from 40km-60km in towns to 80km-130km. All rental bikes are allowed on these roads.

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Gravel / Dirt Roads

Generally covered with loose stones or a graded firm earth bed. They can include hazards such as corrugations, washouts etc. These roads can be dusty when dry and maybe be difficult or closed due to rain. Road trains and other vehicles use these roads, and are generally well sign posted however fuel and water can be 300+ kms apart. Enduro, Adv Tourer and Dual Purpose type bikes are only permitted on these roads.

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Sand / Dirt Tracks

These routes are generally not maintained and can be no more than the width of a vehicle, which sees little to no everyday traffic. Off road riding skills are needed on these tracks, and you must understand that you need to be self-sufficient when it comes to fuel/water/tyres/spares and food etc. Fuel consumption can double in these conditions. Specific enduro/offroad rental bikes only are permitted. If considering travel on the Canning Stock Route, though the Simpson Desert or up to Cape York you must let us know. Get into trouble here and it can be life threatening.

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Distances to Major Cities and Centers in Australia

Distances in kilometres (approx. depending on route taken)
Adelaide (SA)
1540	Alice Springs (NT)
2103	3111	Brisbane (Qld)
505	1603	1598	Broken Hill (NSW)
5170	2630	4712	4233	Broome (WA)
3545	2370	1703	3040	4020	Cairns (Qld)
1198	2638	1347	1120	5518	3050	Canberra (ACT)
4554	3379	2712	4049	5058	1009	4059	Cape York (Qld)
3675	4125	5397	3799	1495	5515	4377	6524	Carnarvon (WA)
2947	1407	3489	3010	1865	2845	4295	3854	3360	Darwin (NT)
2626	1086	3168	2689	1544	2524	3895	3533	3039	321	Katherine (NT)
741	2181	1702	858	5649	3116	670	4125	4564	3836	3373	Melbourne (Vic)
392	1725	1656	293	5603	3070	978	4079	3999	3303	2917	538	Mildura (Vic)
2716	1176	1886	2385	2826	1194	2585	2203	4321	1651	1282	2716	2678	Mount Isa (Qld)
2770	3535	4492	2894	2248	5905	3798	6914	905	4113	3792	3472	3016	4711	Perth (WA)
2447	2478	633	1942	4128	1070	1980	2079	6010	2905	2584	2046	2000	1302	6013	Rockhampton (Qld)
1394	2766	1019	1163	5502	2722	328	3731	5040	3967	3563	998	1023	2519	4057	1652	Sydney (NSW)