Some roads were meant to be driven on a motorcycle. With summer nearly upon us, now is the best time of year to experience many of these iconic drives in all their glory.

Here are five must-ride routes that will shift your two-wheeled sightseeing into high gear.

Kangaroo Valley Ride, NSW

The rolling hills of the Southern Highlands provide a pretty backdrop for this 140km trip. The most popular route to Kangaroo Valley is via Macquarie Pass, featuring an 8km section of twists and turns which climbs to the lookout over Fitzroy Falls.

The famous Robertson Pie Shop is an essential pitstop for hungry riders. Grab a pie and check out the collection of bikes parked out the front.

The Lions Road, Queensland

Built by the Kyogle Lions Club, this stunning road connects the Scenic Rim region of southeast Queensland with Kyogle in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.

The sights you’ll take in along the way include the rainforests of the Great Dividing Range and Border Ranges National Park, Gradys Creek and the spiral loop railway.

The Great Ocean Road, Victoria

This heritage-listed stretch of coastal highway features on many bucket lists, and for good reason. While driving the 120km stretch of smooth asphalt from Torquay to Glenaire, you’ll pass iconic surf breaks, pristine rainforests and the 12 Apostles rock stacks.

Be prepared for car and bus congestion during peak times as this scenic road is popular with locals and tourists alike.

Adelaide Hills, SA

Starting in Golden Grove and finishing in Tea Tree Gully, this 159km loop will take you through part of the Mount Lofty Ranges and some of Australia’s best wine-growing country.

You’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to rest stops, with many cafes, restaurants and wineries along the route.

Strahan to Derwent Bridge, Tasmania

Starting on the Apple Isle’s west coast, this 163km drive includes the infamous 99 Bends section between Queenstown and Gomanston. Although it’s only 4km long, this winding stretch of road is known as the most technically challenging stage of the annual Targa Tasmania rally.

Take in the breathtaking views of the Crotty Conservation Area and Lake St Clair before finishing at Derwent Bridge in the Central Highlands.

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