Frequently Asked Questions
DSMRA Membership FAQ
Find answers to common questions about joining a local club or participating in regional events.
How to Join a Local Branch?
Go to our membership Portal and proceed to sign up. You can select your local branch in the sign up process.
How to participate in regional events?
We post our upcoming events in our rides calendar, check it out here
Members Portal
The membership portal is where you sign up, nominate the areas you wish to be notified of upcoming rides, renew your membership, change your details, sign up for rides etc.
Membership Benefits
Listed below are the benefits that DSMRA provides to its members voluntarily. They are not all the benefits we provide, local areas also benefit local members.
The DSMRA has a Duty of Care to get everyone home safely, we won't leave you behind.
Volunteers like lead, sweep riders and support vehicle drivers have club insurance coverage.
Ride safely, in an organised trail ride and ride with people you probably wouldn’t normally meet.
All our rides have UHF radios, Personal Locator Beacons (PLB’s), and first aid kits.
Social, mix with like-minded people, share stories and experiences.
Benefit and learn from guys more experienced than yourself.
Share tracks & GPX files.
Challenge yourself in ways you can only do safely in a group.
Many of our rides are supported with backup vehicles, first aid kits, trailers and food.
All the branches have UHF radios, Satellite phones and much more. Just by asking you can loan this from your branch when needed.
Discounts are normally available at stores that support DSMRA
Lead and sweep riders to make sure you don't get lost when you go out riding.
Ride with other DSMRA regions, just sign on up when you search for a ride.
The benefit of the membership part of the website with plenty of hints and tips.
Membership Fees
Membership is currently $30 per year per individual which is a bargain when you see what it has to cover below.
Membership fees cover the cost of running the club and any of its ongoing costs that are incurred, some of the recurring costs are listed below:
Insurance On A Ride
There are numerous types. DSMRA provides Indemnity insurance for DSMRA members who are active in conducting a DSMRA event, it covers lead and sweep and other active volunteers who are running the particular event. It does not indemnify a member or anyone who is just participating as a rider on a ride.
The cost of membership is very competitive in comparison to other clubs, i.e. other motorcycle clubs charge a much greater yearly fee, insist on MA licenses (at least $150) plus have additional ride fees of $20-$30 per rider every time you go riding.
Social Riding
We provide a like-minded group of motorcycle riders with dirt bikes and a social atmosphere with volunteer lead and sweep riders. We help you get back to the car when your bike dies, ensure you get looked after and don't leave you behind to your own devices.
Printing Postage & Stationery
Yep, that too.
Clothing
Such as DSMRA riding shirts which are currently available on the web, they are priced at just above cost price. The extra goes back into the club or local area in the case of a bulk purchase.
Website Costs
ISP services, internet connectivity, domain registration
Memberships Costs
Cards, membership processing, Card Printer Ink Ribbons
Accounting Costs
Accounting fees and ABN costs. Although the DSMRA is a non-profit organisation it is still considered a business in the eyes of the government
Advertising
Advertising in Trail Zone and other mags from time to time. There is a DSMRA ad in every issue of Trail Zone. Plus, there are editorials and articles about local DSMRA rides. This is done to advertise what we do to the riding community and generate interest and also to increase membership numbers.
Local Area Costs
The National re-reimburses local costs that have been approved by the National Committee.
We supply equipment to local areas on a case-by-case base via the funding forms available on the website.
Provide two-way radios, emergency GPS beacons and first aid equipment to new start-up areas.
Partially reimbursed members for first aid courses etc.
Constitution
This is found when you sign up using our Membership Portal.
Do you have another question that hasn't been answered? Get in touch with our Membership Officer
General FAQ
What is an Adventure Ride?
Purpose: Adventure rides are about long-distance travel and exploration, combining both on-road and off-road routes.
Bike Type: Adventure bikes are larger, more robust, designed for comfort and versatility, with larger engines (500cc to 1200cc+).
Riding Style: Focuses on enjoying the journey, scenery, and exploration rather than speed, with a mix of paved roads and mild off-road trails.
Duration: Generally longer rides, often spanning multiple days or weeks, covering extensive distances.
What is an Enduro Ride?
Purpose: Enduro rides focus on navigating challenging off-road terrains and often involve competitive elements.
Bike Type: Enduro bikes are lightweight, agile, and specifically designed for off-road performance, usually with smaller engines (250cc to 450cc).
Riding Style: Emphasis is on technical riding skills, speed, and endurance over tough, obstacle-filled trails. Refer to our Grading System to understand how difficult a particular ride is. We cater to all levels.
Duration: Typically shorter, intense rides lasting a few hours to a full day.
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