Calling all Yamaha Ténéré owners! Yamaha has announced the South Australian Ténéré Rallye will be held over June 4 and 5, with registrations of interest and deposits for this organised tour now open.
Hosted by South Australia Outback Motorcycle Adventures, the tour will begin and end at Mount Pleasant, in the Adelaide Hills, before taking in a mainly unsealed loop that explores the Murray River country and Mallee region, with an overnight stop at Berri.
The tour is limited to 30 riders and will be fully guided – no navigation equipment or maps required – but it’s first in, best dressed, so act smartly to reserve yourself a spot!
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Steve Truscott from South Australia Outback Motorcycle Tours says the route will comprise 85 per cent dirt, 10 per cent bitumen, and 5 per cent sand, with the trip suiting those of an intermediate or advanced skill level.
The trip will cover a total distance of 575km and will require a fuel range of at least 185km.
Priced at $450 per rider, a $100 deposit is required to secure a place.
The package includes motel accommodation on the Saturday night (individual room per rider with en suite); a cooked evening meal and cooked breakfast; full support with first aiders, lead and sweep rider; plus 4WD and trailer and transport for luggage and tools.
For more information or to register, contact Steve Truscott on 0418 836 091 or at s.truscott@bigpond.com, or visit www.saoutbackmca.com.au.