Who's done the Cairns -Cape York ride?

**Ktmboy** · 8th September 2008, 15:43

Always wanted to do this so I'd like to organise a group to do this ride probably in about 12 months time.

I think ideally about 12 riders with an intermediate to advanced skill set.

From looking on the web the prices are generally about $4,500 to $5,000 AUD and then there are airfares to Aussie (and back if uncle Helen is not around)and spending money.
My questions are.
- What companies are best for our requirements(genuine off road).
- What time of year is the best time to go.
- What group size is best
- Is there lots of road riding (does everyone need to have a motorbike license)

And general feed back. If you would be keen to do this then make it known and I'll put something together.

Cave Weta, have you got any contacts over there with good pricing?

There is also Black Duck Valley motorbike park in Brisbane that I want to check out. Has a bit of a rep as they have had 3 deaths and 285 ambulances called out in 3 yrs!!! Fark!

**Taz** · 8th September 2008, 15:50

There are a few operations offering off road tours to the tip of Cape York but from what i've heard Cape York Motorcycle Adventures are at the top of the list.
http://www.capeyorkmotorcycles.com.au/dirt-tours.html

**Padmei** · 8th September 2008, 21:24

I'd love to do this ride but F it's expensive. Five grand is a sht load of money for 8 days. Granted it would be an experience I wouldn't forget but there must be cheaper ways to do it.

I guess I could buy a bike off ebay & sell it again after? Any other ideas or experiences?

**Ktmboy** · 9th September 2008, 10:16

Originally Posted by Padmei

I'd love to do this ride but F it's expensive. Five grand is a sht load of money for 8 days. Granted it would be an experience I wouldn't forget but there must be cheaper ways to do it.

I guess I could buy a bike off ebay & sell it again after? Any other ideas or experiences?

Yes it is expensive. It includes:
Bike Hire
Food
Support Vehicle
etc.

I suspect that they have to pay land owners a fee for every bike etc etc.
I don't know if I'd like to do it "Bareback"(for want of a better word).

**takitimu** · 9th September 2008, 11:11

There's a few up here starting to think about it to, pop & say g'day if you are @ Woodhill TTR this weekend ( White two axle trailer towed by hilux )

**Ktmboy** · 9th September 2008, 11:14

Originally Posted by takitimu

There's a few up here starting to think about it to, pop & say g'day if you are @ Woodhill TTR this weekend ( White two axle trailer towed by hilux )

Will do. We will be under the Sandpit banner.

**chop** · 9th September 2008, 11:41

Whos we? Is your back ok to do it T.B?

**Warr** · 9th September 2008, 11:55

My friend Henk did it the whole around Ausi trip a few months ago and also up Cape York.
He is the guy receiving the keys in the pics!
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=80982

Another link to their diary (funny site, but click on the link at the bottom of the entry to advance to the next entry )
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tst...ers/003156.php
They bought bikes in Sydney and sold them 6 ? weeks later to the same place.
He lives in Pirongia so you could likely come and talk to someone with recent experience. If you want to get in touch send me a PM

**Ktmboy** · 9th September 2008, 11:57

Originally Posted by chop

Whos we? Is your back ok to do it T.B?

Stop trying to jack my thread. You husky riders are all the same.
Backs fucked to go with the busted ribs and broken toe on Sunday.

Logans riding and I'll marshall. You better be quick or a busted old man may over take you doing the sweep. LOL
You putting your hand in your pocket(not for a fiddle you queer ...) but to come on this ride?

Garranteed fun!!

**Ktmboy** · 9th September 2008, 11:58

Originally Posted by Warr

My friend Henk did it the whole around Ausi trip a few months ago and also up Cape York.
He is the guy receiving the keys in the pics!
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=80982

Another link to their diary (funny site, but click on the link at the bottom of the entry to advance to the next entry )
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tst...ers/003156.php
They bought bikes in Sydney and sold them 6 ? weeks later to the same place.
He lives in Pirongia so you could likely come and talk to someone with recent experience. If you want to get in touch send me a PM

Beautiful. Will do.Thanks.

**billaroo** · 9th September 2008, 13:37

Originally Posted by Ktmboy

Will do. We will be under the Sandpit banner.

no camping tho aye?

**chop** · 9th September 2008, 14:28

Always camping isnt there?? Well thats what i heard..

**billaroo** · 9th September 2008, 16:48

Originally Posted by chop

Always camping isnt there?? Well thats what i heard..

Only if you answer to the name 'Neemo' are you allowed.

**Pierce** · 9th September 2008, 17:20

My grandfather did a ride along these lines a good decade ago. He enjoyed it but found the terrain wasn't really tough enough. I'd say there are loads of different treks you could do though.