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Retiree riding 18,000 km around Australia on an electric motorcycle

An Australian rider is circumnavigating the country on a battery-powered bike, testing range, charging and real-world reliability.

27 September 2026 1 min read 7 views

An Australian retiree is covering about 18,000 kilometres around the country on an electric motorcycle. The goal is to show that battery-powered two-wheelers can handle real long-distance travel, not just city commuting.

The journey is testing range, charging time and trip planning, key issues for Italian riders following the growth of green mobility. His experience provides a concrete real-world check of how ready electric bikes are for touring.