Is there anything to compare to the feeling of being on a sensational bike in one of the world’s most devastatingly gorgeous adventure destinations and knowing every aspect of the ride has been taken care of? The riding, the catering, bike servicing, accommodation…everything? That’s the BMW GS Safari. Or in this case, the BMW GS Safari Enduro, a five-day romp around Tasmania where the only thing more heartbreaking than the wilderness scenery were the winding roads.
The ride started with the mainlanders boarding the Spirit Of Tasmania for an overnight run across Bass Strait. It’s not easy to explain, but there’s something monumental and over-whelming about being parked on the dock and having that huge lump of floating steel pull up alongside. Riding up the ramp and into the hull is an adventure experience all on its own, and the thrill never fades, no matter how often it’s done.