Dsmra - ACT

10/08/2026

DSMRA ACT Update
Just a quick message to socials to let all our members and Kowen entrants (all 465 of you) know that the event is in full swing, and as many of you are aware, we have been hooking in making a mountain of new single for this years event.
From bridges, to cutting in new trail to watching the new pines shoot upwards after clearfelling is pretty hearwarming. Good rains and recent follow up rain is likewise encouraging. Fingers crossed for some moisture this year.
The club has been very active and working hard behind the scenes. We would have loved to catchup for our monthly meeting (2nd Tues each month) but the stars have not aligned and many of us are interstate hence need to cancel this month. We may reconvene shortly.
With Kowen Forest Ride just over a month away, its all action stations our end, so stay tuned and we'll be emailling all entrants an update soon.
Hope your all getting out on 2 wheels and enjoying it while we can - braaap

15/06/2026

The Coastal Convoy 26 has been and gone. Another epic ride filled to capacity and some amazing fast flowing terrain. A few bingles from some of the boys, hopefully everyone OK.
A quick video summary of the weekend, a bit rushed but shows the amazing terrain on offer down there. Keep roosting!

Another ripper ride down the coast with the DSMRA ACT crew.Some ha...

14/06/2026

You asked for it! Here it IS!

Kowen Forest Ride 2026 opened back up again.

An incredible response from all you riders, we are thrilled to say the event has hit max capacity in only 2 days.

Congratulations to all the lucky entrants, this is going to be an awesome year!

Due to popular demand (and selling out in 2 days) we have gone through the motions of reapplying for our permit and increased numbers to 500 max.

Jump onto the DSMRA website to join up and enter the event.

We will email all entrants leading up to the event with further details. We should have a selection of merchandise for sale at the event. Remember to bring some form of photo ID to ride.

18/05/2026

🏍️⚡ HUGE NEWS — DSMRA Receives $21,332 Climate Action Grant!

The ACT Government has awarded the DSMRA ACT Branch a Communities Climate Action Grant to fund our complete transition from petrol-powered to battery and solar-powered trail maintenance equipment.

What does this mean?

✅ Zero-emission trail maintenance in Kowen Forest
✅ Battery-powered chainsaws, brush cutters, hedge trimmers & blowers
✅ Solar charging infrastructure for off-grid operations
✅ Two Stark Varg electric motorcycles already being used for track prep
✅ Dramatically reduced noise pollution for locals and wildlife

At the ministerial launch on 18 May, DSMRA National President Rob McKimm joined Minister for Climate Change Suzanne Orr to announce the grant.

"We're a not-for-profit organisation with families — sons and daughters — who we want to see enjoy the outdoors for generations to come. This grant from the ACT Government recognises that our sport can be part of the environmental solution, not the problem."

The DSMRA has over 800 members nationally and close to 200 in the ACT. We're a national motorsport organisation with branches in Far North Queensland, Sydney, Bathurst, Victoria and the ACT.

Without support like this, our transition to a greener sport would simply not be possible. We're not just talking about it. We're doing it.

17/05/2026

Our next Signature event - the COASTAL CONVOY is now live. Jump onto the DSMRA website and ensure you book your spot. Capped at 20 riders.

11/05/2026

Fellow Riders! A quick one to put on your radar: we're holding a General Meeting tomorrow night, Tuesday 12 May at 7:30pm at the Burns Club, Kambah.

The riding season is kicking off hard and there's a lot happening that we need the membership's input on:

Coastal Convoy — routes, logistics, timing (13th June only a month away!)
Kowen Forest Ride — planning's underway and we want your ideas on trail setup and format
A media launch surprise — something we're putting together that's worth getting behind together
General business — anything you want on the table. More rides?

These meetings only work when we show up. If we've all just been riding and never got a chance to talk properly, this is your chance. We value your feedback

Good drinks, good company, and real decisions get made when you're in the room.

Hope to see you there! 🏍️ PFA

DSMRA ACT

20/04/2026

BONDO BASH 2026!
What an epic weekend! Rave reviews from entrants and the best trails and weather we could have asked for.. Brilliant weekend, thanks to all those that supported the club and jumped on in. They are all frothing for the next one! Full vid coming to u toob shortly. Check comments for link.

10/04/2026

Don't forget! Our first signature ride for 2026 kicks off next weekend at Bondo State Forest between Canberra and Tumut. Not one to be missed as epic terrain and some of the sweetest single you will find! Jump on the DSMRA website and join the event, should be a cracker!