I will ride from Melbourne to the Finke Desert Race on Queen’s Birthday long weekend on 10th - 14th, June 2022. It’s a 7500km trip through the Australian outback. It’s my first time out there and I look forward to checking out Uluru and the many National Parks, pubs and people scattered along the way.
Low-cost, modern and reliable, this 157kg dual purpose bike is perfect to go around the world. It's based on the tried and tested Honda CRF250L and has a larger fuel tank, windshield, and LED headlights. It was picked up second-hand for just under $5,000 AUD with 7,000km on the clock.
You can read more about why I chose the Honda CRF250 Rally here.
Update: 3/3/2020 I made the uncertain and unfortunate call to cancelled the trip after 6 months of dedicated planning and hard work. This is based on a projected spread of the virus and reports of border closures with Iran and China. I expect the virus to become pandemic with further uncertainty and closures. Catching this early means I can stay at work and keep my house. Thank you all for your support.
Wildrose Campground to next to gold ledge campground
Zibby Peak to Wild Rose Campground
Ponderosa Campground to Zibby Peak
Just outside Grand Canyon campground to Ponderosa Campground
Just outside Grand Canyon Campground and back
Vacation Inn to just outside Grand Canyon campground
Head of the ditch campground to Vacation Inn
City of Rocks to Head of the ditch campground
Desert Inn to City of Rocks
Chisos Basin Campground to Desert Inn