The Arafura Track

The Arafura Track

This entry is part 8 of 19 in the series Adventure Rider Issue #33

If you arrive at Marrkalawa you’ve taken at least one wrong turn.

It required three generations of the one clan to secure our permits to traverse eastern Arnhem Land, a Northern Territory region so remote a wrong turn could land you in the camp of a bloke – carrying both a spear and a woomera – who would politely point out the deficiencies of SatNav and send you on your way. Such a confrontation only occurred the once, however once was enough to convince us to be better attuned to cultural sensitivities. It can take quite an effort to turn a fully laden KTM1190 around in deep sand – potentially far more time than the deployment of a woomera.

Subscribe or log in to read the rest of this article.

Series Navigation<< West Of The RidgeZac Speed: Shaun MacKenzie >>

Related post

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure: The Pinnacle of Motorcycle Performance

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure: The Pinnacle of Motorcycle…

The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure stands as one of the most remarkable bikes in the adventure touring category, combining power,…
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R: The Ultimate in Superbike Performance

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R: The Ultimate in Superbike Performance

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a true masterpiece in the world of superbikes, setting new standards in both performance and technology.…
Ducati Hypermotard 950: Pure Adrenaline on Two Wheels

Ducati Hypermotard 950: Pure Adrenaline on Two Wheels

The Ducati Hypermotard 950 embodies the spirit of adventure with its bold design and high-performance capabilities. Equipped with a 937cc Testastretta…