The Big Yellow Motorcycle
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Unknown
Year Built
Address
Montumana, TAS 7321
The Lowdown
The Big Yellow Motorcycle revs up the quiet township of Montumana on Tasmania's wild west coast, adding a splash of colour and quirky character to this remote corner of the island. This bright yellow oversized bike stands out against the green rainforest backdrop, inviting passing travellers to stop for a photo on the road between Waratah and Savage River. Montumana is a tiny settlement in the heart of Tasmania's mining and forestry country, where the landscape is rugged and the roads wind through some of Australia's most untouched wilderness. The Big Yellow Motorcycle brings unexpected fun to this remote adventure.
Did you know?
"The west coast roads are challenging but spectacular for motorcycle touring"
History
Montumana developed as a small settlement serving the forestry and mining industries of Tasmania's west coast. The region was opened up in the late 1800s when mineral discoveries attracted prospectors to the area. The roads through this region wind through temperate rainforest and past abandoned mining sites. The Big Yellow Motorcycle adds a touch of whimsy to the journey, standing as a bright beacon in the dark greens of the Tarkine rainforest region. For motorcycle tourers exploring Tasmania's challenging west coast roads, it's a fitting tribute.
More Fun Facts
- •Montumana is in the heart of the Tarkine rainforest region
- •Tasmania's west coast is one of Australia's wettest regions
- •The region was built on tin and timber industries
- •Waratah nearby claims to have the oldest hydro-electric scheme in Australia
- •The west coast roads are challenging but spectacular for motorcycle touring
Visiting Tips
- 💡Fuel up before heading into the west coast - petrol stations are sparse
- 💡The road to Corinna and the Pieman River is spectacular
- 💡Savage River and Waratah are nearby historic mining towns
- 💡Be prepared for rain - the west coast averages over 2 metres annually
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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