The BPN Motorcycle Club was out and about for another terrific ride on Sunday 28th February. This time the group was a little smaller (just 4) but just as eclectic when it came to the choice of bike. Victor again was on his super scooter, Oliver on his sophisticated 1200 BMW, Will on his KLR650 Adventure bike and Dan on a three wheeled Piaggio – technically probably not a “bike”.
After utilising the first lean principle of the day (just in time), the group met at the café in Kilcunda for some breakfast looking out over Bass Strait. Under Victor’s expert navigation, complete with a Dakar-inspired route map taped to his dash, we made our way down to Wilson’s prom. The roads were nicely flowing with no shortage of South Gippsland scenery, the highlight being the final run into Tidal River with frequent glimpses of white beaches, deep blue water and spectacular islands.
After a quick lunch stop and walk down to the main beach, it was time to saddle up for a quick blast back. Initially dreading being caught behind a convoy of caravans, luck was on our side as we had an unimpeded run out of the National Park, slowed only by a couple of emus thinking about crossing the road.
In the afternoon, the group dispersed and made for home. After Victor peeled off at San Remo, Will hooked on the back of a big group of riders heading back from the Superbikes on Phillip Island. It was surprising how efficiently the South Gippsland highway was dispatched by this huge swarm that were using the big “100” signs merely a rough guide and relegating all cars to the left lane!
Coming up on Sunday April 17th is another run up the mountains starting in Pakenham before heading up through Gembrook, Warburton and up to Mt Donna Buang. Return options include a loop around Narbethong and the Black Spur or down through Powelltown and Neerim South. These are all great riding roads, expect a distance of around 200 km from Pakenham and back.
Will Day, Director, Leica Biosystems