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The Club run many sorts of events from our fortnightly weekend rides, through to overnighters or weekends away (not to be missed) to our fantastic Fun Day events at the Phillip Island circuit.  This is the place to keep your eye on to see what is happening. 

Events may appear here before registration is open. If  the event is a limited-numbers event, there may be a wait list option for you to put your name down in case anyone cancels. 

Many events are free, some are not, some events require a deposit or full payment up front, some events have limited numbers.  So, be sure to check the event details by clicking on the event below.  In the event that you are no longer able to attend a paid for event we do have a Refund Policy which you can review here.

Only financial club members may book an event, although unless the event is specified as 'members only', a club member may book for their non-members guests.  Again, check the event details.  

Note: all events are run under permit by Motorcycling Australia Permit # MA2517

All upcoming events

    • 10 Jun 2023
    • 10:00 AM
    • 11 Jun 2023
    • 3:00 PM
    • BP/McDonald's, Pakenham
    Registration is closed

    **This event has closed**

    A ride to Licola leaving at 10 am? Yep, and with a bonus of completing the bitumen beyond Licola on the Jamieson and Tamboritha Roads - made possible with a stay at Maffra Motor Inn on Saturday night.

    Sunday's preferred return is via the east end of the Strzelecki Ranges. It comes together with a 9 km section of Grand Ridge Road that is unsealed between Carrajung and Balook. The idea will be aborted unless road condition is confirmed in the days prior and the weather is cheery. If it is confirmed, riders preferring otherwise can take an alternative route on bitumen and reconvene over morning tea at Traralgon South.

    An early finish is planned at Nar Nar Goon to provide a head start to what remains of the Kings Birthday long weekend. 

    Caps are presently set at 6 twin sharers, 3 couples and 7 singles. They may alter with the pattern of registrations. Waitlists will operate and we will do our best to fit everyone up to the cut-off. The event will be locked after Thursday, June 1 - that is how it must be.

    It is a roll of the dice with the weather - a weekend of 650 km, plus commutes, and fresh territory for at least some. Suited to hardy, touring types.

    Queries:  Geoff captain@docv.org or 0408 533152




    • 20 Jun 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 47
    Register

    This is our Annual General Meeting when several Committee positions fall vacant. You will have the opportunity to listen to candidates before online voting closes and results are announced. 

    Positions available at the 2023 AGM are:

    • President
    • Secretary
    • Club Captain
    • Spares Officer

    It is at the Manningham. Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register your attendance if you are joining the meeting.



     

    • 25 Jun 2023
    • 9:00 AM
    • Riverview Cafe & Wine Bar, 3373 Warburton Hwy, Warburton
    Register


    Self-navigate to Warburton's Riverview Cafe for brekky, or brunch depending on your Sunday body clock. Arrive anytime from 9:00, no need to be punctual. Scratch that motorbike itch and be home for the afternoon, or ride on with the group if conditions on the day are good.

    ***Prospective new members welcome***


    • 9 Jul 2023
    • 12:30 PM
    • Black Spur Inn, 436 Maroondah Highway, Narbethong
    • 29
    Register

    This is another social lunch hosted by Kathy Hodge. It can be a self-navigated ride if you like, or a drive allowing partners to get involved. Previous lunches have been well attended by significant others. The venue is Narbethong's Black Spur Inn and our booking is for 12:30 pm.

    Note that registration will close after Sunday, July 2. Please be sure to cancel if you need to.

    Special needs: Kathy - hodgek9728@gmail.com


     

    • 18 Jul 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 50

    Our July General Meeting is at the Manningham. We hope to confirm long-time Suzuki dealer and racing identity Mick Hone as Guest Speaker.

    Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register so we can track numbers - see you there!


     

    • 6 Aug 2023
    • 20

    Save the date for another ride tailored to new members. If you are new to the Club then this is for you! Detail to follow.

    The DOCV is very much a riding club. Our rides combine interesting and enjoyable routes, good company and support and camaraderie that will stretch your riding horizons.

    Your first ride with the club can be a bit intimidating. After all you don't know anyone and you don't know what to expect.  So this ride is designed to ease you into club rides and get you started. It's classified as an "Easy Ride". It's a bit shorter than the typical club ride, has a few corners, and includes all of the club ride essentials:

    • Some great Victorian riding roads
    • Lunch at a reasonably priced but good venue
    • The shared experience of a club group activity

    It will be a fun route with nothing too challenging at a comfortable pace. 

    Established members are encouraged to get involved in the spirit of the event.

    Important: please take the time to acquaint yourselves with the club's riding protocols and etiquette. Your booking and participation in the ride will assume you have and requires it.

    Enquiries: Evan 0418 418 141 mailto:evan3161@gmail.com


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    • 15 Aug 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 50

    Our August General Meeting is at the Manningham. We are without a speaker this month - any volunteers or outside suggestions please email committee@docv.org. Commercial promotions are usually OK. Our only criteria are that the material is bike themed and interesting, informative or entertaining.

    Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register so we can track numbers - see you there!


     

    • 13 Sep 2023
    • Butlers Pantry, 1090 Wellington Rd, Rowville
    • 25

    Detail to follow but expect a start from Rowville and lunch somewhere in Wonthaggi direction.


    Queries: Geoff - gsalmon@bigpond.net.au or 0408 533152


    • 19 Sep 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 50

    Our September General Meeting is at the Manningham. Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register so we can track numbers - see you there!


     

    • 29 Sep 2023
    • 1 Oct 2023

    Mark the date for a double night getaway.


    Queries:  captain@docv.org

    • 17 Oct 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 50

    Our October General Meeting is at the Manningham. Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register so we can track numbers - see you there!


     

    • 5 Nov 2023
    • Quarantine Station, Coleman Rd, Portsea


    As information for old bike enthusiasts - The 2023 Rotary Point Nepean Heritage Motor Show will be held again on the Sunday of Melbourne Cup Weekend5th November 2023.

    The 2022 inaugural motor show attracted 400 exhibitors and was attended by over 2000 visitors.

    The Point Nepean Quarantine Station provides a great setting for both the exhibiting and viewing of veteran, vintage, classic cars, Hotrods and motorcycles.


    • 21 Nov 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • The Manningham Hotel, Pavilion Room
    • 50

    Our November General Meeting is at the Manningham. Formalities start at 8 pm while socially the night is underway by 6:30. Please register so we can track numbers - see you there!


     

    • 25 Nov 2023
    • 26 Nov 2023
    • TBA

    The weekend is set for Glenn's annual Dargo extravaganza.


    • 4 Dec 2023
    • Phillip Island GP Circuit

    The Club has secured one of the best dates in a long time to run our next Phillip Island Fun Day. Save the date of Monday, December 4!! Our Fun Days are always fun. Detail will update in a more determined campaign than ever to make it a success on all fronts.

    • 9 Feb 2024
    • 18 Feb 2024
    • 136 Corio Quay Rd, North Geelong
    • 36

    The dates are set for another Tiger Hunt in 2024. A counter-clockwise route is in the pipeline with two nights at Wynyard, a single night in Queenstown, then double nights in Hobart and St Helens. The format is similar to past Hunts but with more opportunity to switch between groups. The groups will run in parallel and have sport touring, 'goat track' and 'slow down and sniff the roses' foci. People can also hive off and do their own thing at any time, as always. A detailed promo will appear in Desmoto before registration opens.


    Queries: Geoff Salmon - gsalmon@bigpond.net.au or 0408 533152


    • 9 Mar 2024
    • 11 Mar 2024

    Save the date for our annual Labour Day weekend, 2 night getaway.


    Contact: captain@docv.org


Past events

31 May 2023 Redesdale Pub - Midweek
21 May 2023 Thorpdale Spud Run
16 May 2023 May General Meeting
13 May 2023 Ducati Melbourne West, Show & Shine
7 May 2023 New Member/ Introductory Ride
7 May 2023 TOMCC Link Run
6 May 2023 We Ride as One
23 Apr 2023 Bonfire Station, Taggerty
19 Apr 2023 Pig & Whistle - Midweek
18 Apr 2023 April General Meeting
14 Apr 2023 Ducati Adventure Academy & Experience Programs
25 Mar 2023 The Spectacular Surf Coast Ride II
23 Mar 2023 Midweek place holder
21 Mar 2023 March General Meeting
19 Mar 2023 MotoCAP Open Day
11 Mar 2023 Mini Turismo - Beechworth
26 Feb 2023 Flavio's Jamieson Run
22 Feb 2023 Neerim South Midweek
21 Feb 2023 February General Meeting
12 Feb 2023 Inverloch
5 Feb 2023 New Member Intro Ride
29 Jan 2023 Big Hot Ride
18 Jan 2023 Creswick Midweek
15 Jan 2023 January BBQ
2 Jan 2023 New Year Strathbogie Ride
20 Dec 2022 December Xmas General Meeting
18 Dec 2022 Gav's Christmas Ride
10 Dec 2022 Impromptu Off the Tar Trek
4 Dec 2022 Red Plate Ride to Broadford
26 Nov 2022 Dargo
16 Nov 2022 Reefton Spur Midweek
15 Nov 2022 November General Meeting
13 Nov 2022 Morningtown Ride - CANCELLED
6 Nov 2022 New Member Intro ride
23 Oct 2022 Chris's Inaugural Murrindindi Meander
18 Oct 2022 October General Meeting
9 Oct 2022 Ride to Somewhere in ...........Ireland ?
23 Sep 2022 Grand Final Weekend - Rutherglen
20 Sep 2022 September General Meeting
15 Sep 2022 Creswick Midweek
11 Sep 2022 Mirboo North
28 Aug 2022 Ride to Brekky - Red Hill
21 Aug 2022 New Members/Introductory Ride
16 Aug 2022 August General Meeting
7 Aug 2022 Jerusalem Creek
24 Jul 2022 Ride to Brekky - Macedon
20 Jul 2022 Yea Midweek
19 Jul 2022 July General Meeting at Ducati Melbourne
10 Jul 2022 Lunch with Kathy
10 Jul 2022 Armando's lead-in ride to 'Lunch with Kathy'
26 Jun 2022 Ride to Brekky - Yarra Junction
21 Jun 2022 AGM & General Meeting
11 Jun 2022 Brass Monkey Ride
29 May 2022 Goulburn Gallop
25 May 2022 Riding Through the Glen - Midweek
17 May 2022 May General Meeting
15 May 2022 Who Listens to the...Radio?
1 May 2022 TOMCC Link Run
27 Apr 2022 Mt Sugarloaf the Long Way - Midweek
23 Apr 2022 Dunkeld for Lunch
23 Apr 2022 Imola 50th Anniversary Ride
19 Apr 2022 April General Meeting
16 Apr 2022 Broadford Bike Bonanza 2022
10 Apr 2022 Agnes Falls
3 Apr 2022 New Year BBQ- NOW IN APRIL
1 Apr 2022 Dainese VIP Event
26 Mar 2022 The Spectacular Surf Coast Ride
15 Mar 2022 March General Meeting at Mornington
13 Mar 2022 Swanpool Motor Festival
12 Mar 2022 Mini Turismo
6 Mar 2022 Mornington Meander - Red Plate Ride
2 Mar 2022 Midweek Monkey Business
27 Feb 2022 ASBK Parade Lap
27 Feb 2022 Garage Tour - DesmoSport Ducati
27 Feb 2022 Garage Tour - Boost Mobile Ducati
27 Feb 2022 POSTPONED: Tip Toe Thru the Dandelions Take Two
26 Feb 2022 Fun Day at Broadford with Champion Ride Days
15 Feb 2022 February General Meeting
11 Feb 2022 Tiger Hunt 2022
6 Feb 2022 Grampians Ride to Remember
5 Feb 2022 First Aid for Motorcyclists
2 Feb 2022 Tip Toe Thru the Dandelions
30 Jan 2022 Big Hot Ride
26 Jan 2022 Australia Day Ride
19 Jan 2022 Midweek to Marysville
16 Jan 2022 Cancelled: New Year BBQ
12 Jan 2022 Come Ride With Armando and I (GTG)
2 Jan 2022 Happy New Yarck
19 Dec 2021 Gav's Christmas Ride
14 Dec 2021 December Xmas General Meeting
12 Dec 2021 Cars & Coffee at Jay Leno's Garage
4 Dec 2021 Glenn's Dargo Obsession
27 Nov 2021 Red Plate Ride
21 Nov 2021 Ride & Lunch with John & Caroline
17 Nov 2021 Rubicon Rumba Midweek III
16 Nov 2021 November General Meeting
14 Nov 2021 GODAD - Glenn & Oliver Down and Dirty
13 Nov 2021 Re-Run First Leg Of DOG Ride ( Dirty Oliver & Glenn)
7 Nov 2021 Jinxed Jaunt to Pyalong - Reset II
24 Oct 2021 Cancelled: Not the Phillip Island Moto GP
20 Oct 2021 Postponed: Rubicon Rumba Midweek II
19 Oct 2021 October General Meeting
10 Oct 2021 Cancelled: Neil's Easy Ride
8 Oct 2021 Deferred: NSW Thunder Rally
3 Oct 2021 Cancelled: Marysville Lunch with Kathy
24 Sep 2021 Cancelled: Grand Final Weekend - Rutherglen
21 Sep 2021 September General Meeting (Online event)
19 Sep 2021 POSTPONED: DOCV Bikes & Coffee at Jay Leno's Garage
14 Sep 2021 Ducati Annual Year Book Pre Order
12 Sep 2021 Cancelled: Evan's New Member/ Introductory Ride
29 Aug 2021 Cancelled: Ride to Brekky - Yarra Junction
22 Aug 2021 Cancelled: Bloody Cold, Wet Ride to Tallarook
17 Aug 2021 August General Meeting
8 Aug 2021 Cancelled: Neil's Easy Ride to Neerim South for a pie (or quiche)
27 Jul 2021 July General Meeting
25 Jul 2021 Cancelled: Jerusalem Creek
21 Jul 2021 Cancelled: Midwinter Midweek
11 Jul 2021 Ride to Brekky II - Kinglake West
4 Jul 2021 Postponed: Ride to Brekky - Kinglake West
15 Jun 2021 Annual General Meeting
12 Jun 2021 Cancelled: Brass Monkey Ride
19 May 2021 Si Si Seymour Midweek
18 May 2021 May General Meeting
16 May 2021 Kathy Hodge Lets Lunch
16 May 2021 Armando's Ride To Lunch
12 May 2021 The Long Way by Glenn Loechel
9 May 2021 DOG Ride ( Dirty Oliver & Glenn)
21 Apr 2021 L2's to Inline 4 - Midweek: Take Bloody 3!
20 Apr 2021 April General Meeting
19 Apr 2021 Phillip Island Fun Day
18 Apr 2021 Garry's Red Plate Ride - Ridem Dont Hide Them *Date Change
24 Mar 2021 Cancelled: Alexandra Midweek Ride: Take 2
23 Mar 2021 March General Meeting at Mornington Ducati
20 Mar 2021 Armando's Gourmet Mystery Overnighter (Couples and Singles)
13 Mar 2021 Broadford Fun Day
6 Mar 2021 2021 Mini Turismo Singles and Couples Registration
6 Mar 2021 SWANPOOL MOTO FESTIVAL
26 Feb 2021 Mark's Duck Soup FRIDAY Ride
23 Feb 2021 DATE CHANGE: February General Meeting
14 Feb 2021 DOG Ride ( Dirty Oliver & Glenn)
7 Feb 2021 Garry Red Hot One to Licola
27 Jan 2021 Mt Baw Baw Midweek Ride

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