Two wheels, no plan, and absolutely zero sense of self-preservation. Tim’s been on bikes since he was 16 — if it’s got an engine and two wheels, he’s on it. Jody watched him disappearing on weekend rides around Oz, having the time of his life, and thought “right, I’m not missing out on this.”
She got her bike licence, started on a BMW G 310 GS and took to it like a natural. Now she’s upgraded to a BMW F 800 GS and there’s no stopping her. Tim’s on the Ducati Multistrada V2S — because obviously he needed something Italian and dramatic.
Together they’ve hit Tasmania, the Great Ocean Road, the NSW hinterland, New Zealand’s South Island, and anywhere else the road looks interesting. No route planned, no ETA, just ride and see what happens. The craic is always good, the coffee stops are frequent, and the arguments about who’s navigating are legendary.
The Bikes
One Italian drama queen. One Bavarian workhorse. Both loaded up and ready to go.
Ducati Multistrada V2S
The Italian stallion. Black with red wheels because subtlety was never really Tim’s thing. Loaded with panniers, a tank bag, and whatever snacks Jody’s hidden in the top box. Does everything — touring, twisties, commuting, looking menacing in pub car parks.
Tim’s had bikes since he was a teenager in Northern Ireland. Started on 50cc field bikes, graduated to road bikes, and eventually ended up on a Ducati because YouTube told him to.
BMW F 800 GS
The upgrade. Jody started on a BMW G 310 GS — learned the ropes, built confidence, dropped it once in a car park (we don’t talk about that), and then decided she needed more power. The F 800 GS was the answer.
Panniers loaded, visor down, and she’s off. Keeps up with Tim on the twisties and handles the long touring days without breaking a sweat. The GS is a proper adventure bike and Jody rides it like she’s been doing this for years.
Rides & Routes
Where we’ve been, where we’re going, and the bits in between
Check out Two Wheels for ride galleries and videos — Tasmania, Great Ocean Road, Ilford, Christmas in QLD, and more. Rever routes and new ride stories coming soon.
Got a route recommendation? Say g’day — always up for a new road.