Christine + Sonja 09.03.19 – 14th birthday surprise ride

Grandma organised a 14th birthday surprise ride! Sonja just didn’t know what was happening. She sure was happy though. Christine had organised the surprise ride earlier in the week and was so happy we could do what she wanted.

Craig picked them both up from grandma’s place. This was in the inner west of Sydney. They did the 3 Bridges ride.

Testimonial

Even before the rider (Craig) got back Christine wrote to us: “Thank you for the fabulous Troll Tour with Craig for my Granddaughters birthday. Will recommend this to all.” We love happy customers!!

The 3 Bridges ride

The 3 Bridges ride is a good one. Firstly Craig rode them over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. As we have previously mentioned, we love it! It is a wonderful structure to ride over. We love to lift our head up to see the arch in all its glory. We aren’t talking about the riders though, they keep their sight firmly on the road.

First stop is Kirribilli. As you can see by the photo this is a great place to look across the harbour. The view really is impressive. The first thing you will see is the Sydney Opera House and the CBD. if you look right you will see a different perspective of the bridge.

Then they started their adventure again by riding into the lower north shore suburbs. This led them into the inner western suburbs where the record building Gladesville Bridge is. It is the second main bridge on the 3 Bridges ride.

The next place they rode to was ANZAC Bridge (a cable-stayed bridge). BUT, there was a detour though. A really good one which always happens on the 3 Bridges ride. The detour was the “Bay Run”. It is a 7km footpath for walkers and pushbike riders which travels around ‘Iron Cove’. This is a very scenic inlet of Sydney Harbour.

After the Bay Run they rode over the wonderful ANZAC Bridge and back to home in the inner west. A 14th birthday surprise ride was the perfect present for a teenager! Grandma loved it also.
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Ellie + Mohsen 03.03.19 – Valentine present Harley ride

On Valentines Day Mohsen gave Ellie flowers but also promised a Harley ride. So the idea of a Valentine present Harley ride was born. He made good his promise today!

Ellie loves Harleys but was terrified of getting on motorcycles. Jungle and Perry calmed her down and she got on a Harley. Eventually she started to relax and loved it. They both want to do a Harley ride again.

Our passengers live in Sydney but caught the train in to Wynyard. This meant they could actually see more of the city than if we started outside the CBD. Perry and Jungle picked them up at Wynyard and took them for a fun ride. They rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, an experience we never get tired of. First stop was Kirribilli for photos and to see the beautiful view across the the Opera House and the CBD.

Kirribilli route

They did the Kirribilli route which means riding under the north side of the Harbour Bridge, past the Luna Park face and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. A short ride around North Sydney before heading back over the bridge to the Domain. Then they rode past the edge of the Royal Botanical Gardens to Mrs Macquarie’s Point.

There are wonderful views from there: North across Sydney Harbour to Kirribilli Point and west to the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Next they headed into Woolloomoollo and the infamous Kings Cross. The riders then took them back to Wynyard for them to catch the train back home.

Valentine present Harley ride

The Valentine present Harley ride was the best present ever! Ellie has conquered her fear of being on the back of a Harley.
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Sydney Harbour is amazing. Here are eleven things you probably don’t know, I didn’t. For example: One Sydharb is an official Australian unit of measurement: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-04/11-things-you-should-know-about-sydney-harbour/5714612


Mardi Gras 02.03.19 – Mardi Gras Parade trike

For the last six years we have supplied a Mardi Gras Parade trike. Each time it has been for gay people with a disability. They absolutely love it. We organise with our customer a pick up place and time. It depends on where their float is in the parade as to what time we turn up.

We rode around the city to Hyde Park where the parade starts from. This year we were the fourth float so we arrived early. Steve was our rider this year and he was kept entertained by the other participants in the parade.

Oxford Street

The parade takes about 1 hour, it meanders up Oxford Street at quite a good walking pace. At the end of the parade the floats disperse and most participants stay up and party all night.
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Mardi Gras Parade trike

A Mardi Gras Parade trike is a great vehicle to use. Our passengers can wave and can be seen by the onlookers lining the road.

History

On a cold night in Darlinghurst, Sydney in 1978, a small group of protestors formed to contribute to the international Gay Celebrations, the resulting police violence and arrests created a defining night in not only Sydney’s GLBTQI community but Australia’s cultural heritage.

“You could hear them in Darlinghurst police station being beaten up and crying out from pain. The night had gone from nerve-wracking to exhilarating to traumatic all in the space of a few hours. The police attack made us more determined to run Mardi Gras the next year.”

Over the months that followed, more protests and arrests took place – and the actions of the authorities came to be seen as heavy handed. By April 1979 the Parliament of NSW repealed the NSW Summary Offences Act legislation that had allowed the arrests to be made. As such that first Mardi Gras march was a major civil rights milestone beyond the gay community. Up to 3,000 people marched in an incident-free parade in 1979.

Here is a link to the history of the Sydney Mardi Gras.
http://www.mardigras.org.au/timeline

Maggie + Zenti 01.03.19 – birthday trike tour present

It was Maggie’s trike tour birthday present and it was a great present! Our trike rider Steve picked them up from their home in the upper north shore of Sydney. Not wanting to go near the city due to Friday afternoon traffic we organised a different route.

They rode along Mona Vale Road and down to Coal & Candle Creek. They then continued along through the Wakehurst Parkway. It’s a great road for a ride with trees lining it. For a short time you could think you are in the country. It used to be more fun when the speed limit was 80km/h but it has been reduced due to construction work on a new hospital. They continued into Roseville and then back to drop off.

The trike tour birthday present was a fun way to celebrate a birthday and to start the weekend. https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/design-your-own-ride/

Coal and Candle Creek is a creek located in the northern beaches area of Sydney. It is a tributary of Cowan Creek which flows into the Hawkesbury River. The Hawkesbury River (also Hawkesbury-Nepean River), is a semi–mature tide dominated drowned valley estuary. It is located to the west and north of Sydney,. The Hawkesbury River and its associated main tributary, the Nepean River, virtually encircle the metropolitan region of Sydney.

The Hawkesbury River has its origin at the confluence of the Nepean River and the Grose River, to the north of Penrith and travels for approximately 120 kilometres (75 mi) in a north–easterly and then south–easterly direction to its mouth at Broken Bay, about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from the Tasman Sea.

The “Upper North Shore” usually refers to the suburbs between Roseville and Hornsby, north-west of the Sydney CBD.

David 01.03.19 – Harley ride 40th present

David was given a Harley ride 40th present from his in-laws. They bought a Gift Voucher from us so David could choose a time and date that was convenient for him. It is a great way to celebrate and something different from the usual birthday presents.

Phil picked him up from Petersham in the inner-west of Sydney. They rode to the wonderful Anzac Bridge to start the 3 Bridges run. Next on the 3 Bridges run is the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. After riding over the Bridge they did the Kirribilli Loop. This does a loop along part of Sydney Harbour and you can see the wonderful views towards the Opera House. It also takes you under the north end of the Bridge which is a different perspective to be on it.

Next they rode into the lower north shore suburbs until they reached the inner-west. This led them to the interesting Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views looking east to the city and the Harbour Bridge.

After riding over the Gladesville Bridge they joined up with a main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along it for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne and Rodd Point. They followed part of the Bay Run. This is a 7 km walking and bike riding track. People come from all over Sydney to use it. It follows Iron Cove, which is part of Parramatta River.

They then rode back to the drop off point in Marrickville. The Harley ride 40th birthday present was a lot of fun and even though David is a Sydneysider, he saw things he hadn’t seen before.

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The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage-listed steel through arch bridge across Sydney Harbour that carries rail, vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic between the CBD and the North Shore. The dramatic view of the bridge, the harbour, and the nearby Sydney Opera House is an iconic image of Sydney, and Australia itself. The bridge is nicknamed “The Coathanger” because of its arch-based design

Julie + Kevin 28.02.19 – wedding anniversary Harley tour

A wedding anniversary Harley tour was a great way to celebrate an important occasion. Kevin was given the Harley ride as a Christmas present. Julie decided she’d like to do a Harley ride as well.

They are from Orange (4 hours west of Sydney) and decided to celebrate their wedding anniversary by doing the Harley ride when they came to Sydney. Phil and Perry picked them up from their hotel and took them on the experience of a lifetime.

They rode over the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and did the Kirribilli Loop. The Loop has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the city. It also takes you under the north end of the Harbour Bridge. This will show you a unique aspect of it.

They continued into North Sydney for a quick look before heading back over the bridge. Then they rode past the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens. There is a beautiful view towards the west of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Next they rode past Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, a chair carved out of stone. They rode into Woolloomooloo where the iconic and original Harry’s Cafe De Wheels is located.

They continued on through the infamous Kings Cross before heading to Circular Quay. So then they could start to explore Sydney on foot and have some lunch.

A wedding anniversary Harley tour was a great celebration of an important occasion. An experience they will never forget and one they absolutely loved.

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Mrs Macquarie’s Chair (also known as Lady Macquarie’s Chair) is an exposed sandstone rock cut into the shape of a bench. It is on a peninsula in Sydney Harbour. It was hand carved by convicts in 1810 for Elizabeth Macquarie. She was the wife of Major-General Lachlan Macquarie, Governor of NSW.

Colin + Mark 23.02.19 – surprise 60th Harley ride

The surprise 60th Harley ride was a present to Mark from Colin. They were celebrating Mark’s birthday before going on a Tall ships dinner cruise with
their wives.

Jungle and Phil picked them up the Rocks area and rode them through the city to the eastern suburbs. The first one was nice Bronte Beach followed by the small but lovely Tamarama Beach which is in a small, scenic cove.

No tour to the east of Sydney is complete without calling in to the famous Bondi Beach, where this photo was taken. They continued onto Rose Bay, Double Bay and Rushcutters Bay. All lovely bays in the east. This took them to the infamous Kings Cross which led through Woolloomooloo and past the iconic Harry’s Cafe De Wheels.

They then rode back to the pick up place ready to go to the Tall Ships for dinner. Phil our rider wrote: “We all got soaked. but we were able to go home and have a shower. Felt a bit sorry for the guys who weren’t able to as they were going out for dinner, but they seemed OK with it. They had fun”.

A surprise 60th Harley ride is a great present to give someone who has everything. An experience of a lifetime not a possession. On the Harleys, anyone over 9 years of age is allowed as long as they can touch the footrests. So it is a great present for anyone of any age. https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/design-your-own-ride/

Why is Bondi Beach so famous? Here are a few reasons why: https://www.kozyguru.com/visitor-travel-tips/2025/why-is-bondi-beach-so-famous We can always pick you up in the CBD and take you on a tour and drop you off at Bondi Beach to continue exploring and to have lunch or dinner.

A surprise 60th Harley ride is a very special present. Let us organise the adventure of a lifetime for you and /or your friend. https://www.trolltours.com.au/contact-us/

Cindy 21.02.19 – Northern beaches Harley ride

A northern beaches Harley ride was recommended by Cindy’s friend. Cindy is on holidays from Texas and staying with her friend who has done a ride with us before.

Our Harley rider Phil picked her up from the house at Millers Point and the first thing they did was ride over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We never get tired of looking the the bridge without a roof to construct our view!

Then they did the Kirribilli Loop. It has wonderful view across the harbour to Sydney Opera House. They then rode under the northern section of the Harbour Bridge which is a very interesting view. They continued on past Taronga Zoo to Bradleys Head. There is another great view of Sydney from there.

Next was a popular Sydney destination – Balmoral Beach. It really is a lovely area. They then rode over the Spit Bridge which has beautiful views of the harbour. Cindy really wanted to buy a Harley t-shirt so Phil took her to a Harley dealer at Brookvale.

They then rode past the lovely beaches of Curl Curl and Manly before heading back over the bridge to Millers Point. Cindy reckons the Northern beaches Harley ride was a fantastic experience.
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The northern beaches is a beautiful coastline which curves from Manly to Palm Beach, also called Summer Bay, a popular destination for fans of TV soap Home and Away. Enjoy the casual ambience and natural beauty of the Northern Beaches, one of Australia’s most famous surfing meccas. You’ll find deliciously enticing places to eat and drink, too.

If we drop you off at a beach to go swimming, always swim between the red and yellow flags; surf lifesavers have identified this area as the safest spot to swim in the water. It’s also a good idea to always swim with a friend.



Hou + Jia 16.02.19 – 3 Bridges Harley ride

Our passengers are a Chinese father and daughter who are on holidays here in Sydney. They just wanted to have some fun so organised a Harley tour with us. They decided on a 3 Bridges Harley ride and they were so happy with it.

Our Harley riders Jungle and Phil picked them up from Circular Quay. Their first part of the adventure was riding over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is so much fun looking at the structure, the rivets and the arch without any constrictions, except perhaps the helmet.

The next interesting part of the ride was the Kirribilli Loop. It travels past Jeffrey Street Wharf and behind it is a wonderful view across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney Opera House. They then ride under the northern section of the Sydney Harbour Bridge so they can see the underbelly of it.

They finished the loop by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. They continued on into the lower north shore suburbs of North Sydney and Wollstonecraft. They rode along the lovely River Road into Lane Cove. Next was the first bridge but not one of the main three.

It is the Fig Tree Bridge which opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. They continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek. Then they got to the second of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. They followed the shoreline of Iron Cove which is part of the Parramatta River. They stopped for photos at Rodd Point so they could have a proper look at part of the 7 km long Bay Run.

They continued on to the incredible ANZAC Bridge. It is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view. They rode ino the city before being dropped back at Circular Quay. Our passengers thought the 3 Bridges Harley ride was fantastic, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about.
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Pauline 15.02.19 – Sydney city Harley tour

Pauline thought a Sydney city Harley tour would be an exciting experience and it was. Perry picked her up from her hotel and rode her around the city. They rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge to Blues Point Reserve. They stopped for photos and to admire the beautiful view. It really is a lovely view across Sydney Harbour to the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

They explored more of the northern suburbs before heading to the Royal Botanical Gardens and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. This area also has beautiful views towards the harbour and the iconic sights of The Bridge and Opera House.

Next they drove through Woolloomooloo and past the original and iconic Harry’s Cafe De Wheels. The story of ‘Harry’s Café de Wheels’ goes back to the depression years of the late 1930’s. It is known for its delicious pies and hot dogs. It is an interesting read so there is a link to the site at the end of this tour description.

From Woolloomooloo they rode up into the infamous Kings Cross. Woolloomooloo and Kings Cross are the start of the eastern suburbs. Kings Cross became known as Sydney’s night entertainment and red-light district, however many nightclubs, bars and adult entertainment venues closed due to the Sydney lockout laws.

Perry rode through the city with Pauline before dropping her back at her hotel so she could continue exploring our wonderful city on foot. A Sydney city Harley tour really is a great way to see a lot of the famous sights in such a short time.
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The phrase ‘Café de Wheels’ came about as the city council of the day insisted that mobile food caravans move a minimum of 12 inches a day. Harry dutifully obeyed and thus the name was expanded to Harry’s Café de Wheels. https://www.harryscafedewheels.com.au/history