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Old 12-17-2009, 12:50 AM
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Just got back from one of the best rides ever. I did it on my Blackbird but am going back next year on the cane to do it again. The Great Ocean Road is a must for any Aussie and any visitors who come here for a bike trip. Blackbird did it on its ear and I'm sure the cane will eat it up as well. Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I couldn't see anywhere else to put it. Cheers
 
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Old 12-17-2009, 07:36 AM
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Very nice Bordo ...........great looking scenery .....the Bird is looking sharp too
 
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Beautiful scenery, Bordo!!
And that bluebird is sweet, too....
 
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Looks nice! How many miles (km) was it.
It just isn't going to happen here for a while.
This morning it was 8°F (-13°C).
 
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Nice scenery & great looking Blue Bird.
 
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Thanks Guys. Your right Steve no worries at all mate. Return trip for me was just over 1000km. We started at Torquay and finished it at Warrnambool. Like Steve said there are some very nicy twisties in the forests around Cape Otway, Lavers Hill and between Lavers Hill and Colac which we did while we were there. Its a little boring between Port Campbell and Warrnambool but it wasnt that long. It got really hot when we headed home home. 43 degrees had the bird running around 95 to 100 degs all day. She handled it but. I just took it easy and got home eventually. Cant wait to do it on the cane next year again. Maybe you can come along Steve !!!! Cheers.
 

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Killer scenery. No snakes?

So, you gave us the bird. Having two sport-tourers must be a real burden. You lucky dog.

Note the all animal theme.
 
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Old 12-17-2009, 10:05 PM
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Great pics - love that part of Oz - love to ride it someday.
A Norwegian friend of mine has done it (on a Harley- YUK)
but at least he's done it which is more than I can say.
 


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