Northern Explorer 2026

Rider Requirements

Prior to the event:

We will supply your GPS map file via the email you have provided the week of the event. If you are using your phone for GPS navigation, you will need to have the below (all can be purchased at your local Honda Dealer and be fitted if required):

• Download GPX Viewer Pro App from the App Store - this app will allow you to upload and see the map files for each day.

• Phone holder and mount for your bike (Quad Lock is the best option for this system) - a place that you can see your phone when riding with the map showing.

• Power to your phone - you can get USB power units that can be connected to your battery (your phone will run out of power before the day has finished and you will get lost without it).

• Good condition adventure tyres.

We will be checking these things at the bike safety check on registration day - don't have, can't ride.

Accommodation required:

Kerikeri x 3 / 4 nights depending if staying overnight on the last riding day (we plan to catch up for a drink that night).

What we provide

• Wednesday night dinner and riders briefing

• Breakfast each ride day and coffee.

• Gift bag worth over $100 RRP from Motul, Alpinestars, and Honda.

• Back-up vehicle support, including service technician and certified first aid personnel.

• Northland Honda workshops will be available throughout the event.

• Stunning route planned by local expert guides.

Daily Agenda

Wednesday 25th March:  

• Registration is between 2pm and 5pm on Wednesday 25th March at Northland Honda - 6 Klinac Lane, Kerikeri. Please ensure you come along and register during these hours.

• At registration you will be given your bike and helmet stickers for the event along with your gift pack. If you have not received the GPS route, we will supply this via email or text. 

• Dinner at Kerikeri Bakehouse & Cafe (334 Kerikeri Road) from 6pm followed by rider briefing at 7:15pm. 

• We will be scrutineering your bike and GPS system setup to make sure it's in a safe condition for the event.

Thursday 26th March:

• The first day kicks off bright and early with a 6:30am start for a breaky butty and hot coffee at Northland Honda.

• A quick briefing will take place to refresh your memory.

• CT125s will lead the charge heading off at 7:15am, followed by other riders with everyone on the road by 7:45am.

• We will identify our lunch and fuel stop for the day's riding.

• Also, we will select a bar with food that night for those that want to catch up together.

Friday 27th March:

• Day two follows the same timelines - 6:30am start for a breaky butty, hot coffee, and quick briefing at Northland Honda. CT125s will lead the charge again with the same departure times as day one.

• We will again identify our lunch and fuel stop for the day and select a bar with food for those that want to catch up together in the evening.

Saturday 28th March:

• The third day follows the same agenda as day two - meet at Northland Honda at 6:30am for a breaky butty, hot coffee, and briefing. CT125s will lead the charge again with the same departure times.

• For those that stay, from 6:30pm we will offer the chance to catch up and share stories of the three days riding, along with some refreshments & food* – location will be advised closer to the event.

*Food and refreshments are at each individual's own expense.