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All the info on our latest Australian Motorcycle Tours can be found below. Be sure to get in touch of you want a full itinerary for any of the trips, or if you want any other info. We'd love to meet you on one of our incredible trips.
UPCOMING TOURS
WORLD SUPERBIKES TOUR 2025
Feb 18-24 2025
Departs Sydney - 1 spot remaining!!!
Organising a trip to the World Supers at Phillip Island can be an expensive nightmare, especially trying to get accommodation.
Never fear, we have taken care of that, and it's some pretty flash stuff, including Peppers Resort at Marysville. Our accommodation on Phillip Island is a resort in the heart of Cowes, so you're only a short walk from everything.
We've also taken care of finding the best roads to get there, including the Alpine Way, The Reefton Spur, The Black Spur, Jamieson-Eildon Rd, Snowy Mountains Highway, and Mount Hotham to name just a few.
Cost is $1990 per person and includes;
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4-day guided tour from Sydney to Phillip Island
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6 nights accommodation
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Breakfast each day
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3-day event ticket with Bar SBK entry included at three exclusive undercover locations around the track
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Support vehicle with enclosed trailer on tour.
For more info, including an itinerary, complete the contact form below and we will send you some info!
ULTIMATE TASMANIA TOUR 2025
NOV 16-23 2025
Departs Geelong - 4 spots remaining!!!
It doesn't get any better than riding in Tasmania. A tour of Tassie should be on every rider's bucket mist, and what better way to do it than let someone else organise the roads, the hotels, and the fun.
This is a small group tour of only 14 people, and will take in some of the best roads in Tasmania, as well as some of the great cultural and historic locations as well.
Tour price includes all twin share accommodation, your journey to Tassie and back on the Spirit Of Tasmania including your bike transport and a cabin, and your fully guided tour
This one is not to be missed. There is no place more thrilling or beautiful to ride your motorcycle in Australia than The Apple Isle.
Let us take the hassle out of it, and come along for the ride.
Complete the form below and we'll send you some more info including the full itinerary.
Tug's Touring Tips
The First Thing You Pack
I'm often asked, what is the most important thing to pack on a bike tour. My answer... a bottle of water. It's handy if you get thirsty, but even more handy of you break down in the middle of nowhere on a hot day and you get even more thirsty. Or you may need to wash off the blood after you deal with a grey nomad towing a caravan who thinks he needs your side of the road.
What Should I Check On My Bike Before I leave?
Check your tyres. If your tyre looks half worn, it is likely about 3/4 worn. the last half of your tyre wears faster then the first half, and worn tyres are prone to punctures more easily than fresh rubber. Remember that your front tyre will not wear in the middle so mach as on the mid part of the s=ide of the tyre. Once they change shape they don't steer as nicely as they should, so your front may need changing even before it has used up its full tread depth.
Should I Take Chain Lube?
Does your bike have a chain? Are you travelling more than 600km? If so, then the answer is yes. You may not need it, but a chain that starts to develop tight spot is awful to ride on, and sometimes a bit of chain lube can help. And make sure you lube your chain before you leave home.
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