Details announced for ADV ride of the year
Calling all Ténéré owners! Don’t miss out on the ADV ride of the year in 2025. Previously run as the Ténéré 700 Rally, the 2025 event is open to owners of all Ténérés big and small, old and new. So if you have a Yamaha Ténéré, come and join us on an epic five day tour of the Victorian High Country on 16 to 21 March.
The 2025 Yamaha Ténéré Five Day High Country Off-Road Navigation Rally is the premier Australia event for the ADV model, a celebration of riding and socialising with fellow enthusiasts of all Ténéré models that have revolutionised the adventure bike market, impressing riders both on-road and off.
This unforgettable adventure is an official Yamaha event organised by YMA’s preferred ADV tour partner RideADV team. Spots are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. So secure your place now - and don't miss out on this ultimate Ténéré experience.
2025 Yamaha Ténéré Five Day High Country Off-Road Navigation Rally details
The 2025 Ténéré Rally will be a GPS navigation-style event. This means no waiting on corners - just follow the route using your GPS and ride at your own pace. You’ll need a GPS device capable of loading a GPX file with up to 10,000 waypoints, because we will be providing tracks only for this event. For those seeking an extra challenge, there will be break-out sections. Each of the five days will have lead riders setting out ahead of the group, and the route will be swept by experienced RideADV team members. These team members are first-aid qualified, mechanically trained, and vehicle-supported. A Yamaha factory-trained technician will be on-site for scrutineering and will also participate in the ride.
A luggage truck will transport your luggage and camping gear to and from the overnight stays. The tour includes group dinners, but accommodation is up to you – visit www.rideadv.com.au for suggestions. The five-day route encompasses the most spectacular trails in the Victorian High Country:
Day 0 – Sunday 16 March
Sign-on and scrutineering: High Country Motor Inn, Bright, 10:00am to 5.00pm.
Receive your gift bag and have your bike checked over.
Welcome dinner: At Bright Brewery, included in your entry.
Day 1 – Monday 17 March
Bright to Merrijig (approx. 300-340kms) Group dinner: Merrijig Motor Inn, included in your entry.
Day 2 – Tuesday 18 March
Merrijig to Merrijig Loop Ride (approx. 300-340kms)
This loop showcases the best of the southwest side of the Victorian High Country, including iconic locations like Walhalla, Matlock, Thompson Dam, Woods Point, and several high-country huts.
Group dinner: Merrijig Motor Inn, included in your entry.
Day 3 -Wednesday 19 March
Merrijig to Dinner Plain (approx. 320-350kms)
You’ll visit Craig’s Hut, Mount Speculation, the Staircase, Jeep Track, Mt Hotham, and more.
Group dinner: Dinner Plain Hotel, included in your entry.
Day 4 – Thursday 20 March
Dinner Plain to Dinner Plain Loop Ride (approx. 300-340kms)
This loop includes new tracks and visits to Blue Rag (on the special route), The Twins, Mount Sarah, Wongungarra River, Crooked River, Dargo, Dargo High Plains Road, and back to Dinner Plain
Group dinner: Dinner Plain Hotel, included in your entry.
Day 5 – Friday 21 March 2025
Dinner Plain to Bright (approx. 328kms, plus a special 50kms longer route)
The route includes stops at Omeo, Benambra, Mitta Mitta, Mt Beauty, and Bright.
Prizes will be awarded for
• Best Overall Ténéré of the Rally
• Best ADV Setup Ténéré
• Most Bling on a Ténéré
• Highest Mileage Ténéré
• Furthest Traveled Ténéré to the Ride
Price for the bucket list five day tour including all evening group meals is only $1499 inc GST. Don’t delay, get on this today. Visit www.rideadv.com.au or Contact Greg Yager at 0499 089715 or email info@rideadv.com.au.