Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia

Put your GS Skills to the test!
offered by GS Off Road Training
Lower Portland, Australia
12 - 14/09/2025
Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia

Are you ready to showcase your mastery of the GS?! Australia is excited to be back with a team in the 2026 International GS Trophy, and we can't wait to host you for the Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia at Dargle Water Ski Resort in September.

The International GS Trophy brings together passionate GS riders selected from participating countries from around the globe biennially to compete in a week long event showcasing their riding skills, teamwork, endurance and much more. The International GS Trophy is not just a competition; it’s an unforgettable experience that embodies the essence of adventure and the BMW Motorrad lifestyle.

So join us for an epic few days of GS challenges, skills tests and teamwork for your chance to represent Australia at the International GS Trophy in 2026...

Facts
Languages
The following languages are spoken on-site: English
Skill Level
For intermediate riders: ideal for those with some experience, may contain moderate challenges.
Meals and drinks
Some meals are included.
Bike
Participants are required to bring their own motorcycle.
Requirements
All riders must hold a current and valid motorcycle license.

Event Details & Inclusions

The 2026 Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia will be run by our GS Off Road Training team at Dargle Water Ski Resort in NSW. Plese see below key details for the local qualifier event:
 
  • Friday 12th September - Sunday 14th September
  • All competitors must camp at Dargle Friday & Saturday night
  • BYO Camping Gear
  • 2 Dinners, 2 Lunches, 2 Breakfasts Included
  • Event Merchandise Pack

Participant Cost = $795

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Event Schedule & Structure

Friday 12th September

  • 8:00am Arrive at Dargle, NSW for 8:30am event sign on
  • Rider briefing & event overview
  • Qualifying challenges (completed on your own GS motorcycle)

Saturday 13th September

  • Qualifying challenges continue until midday
  • Finalists announced followed by Final stage challenge (completed by qualifying participants on an R 1300 GS)
  • Event dinner and presentation

Sunday 14th September

  • Breakfast followed by departure
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International GS Trophy

The Adventure of a Lifetime!

2026 International GS Trophy Location Announced Soon...

If skilled enough to qualify for Team Australia at the International GS Trophy in 2026, be prepared for the most incredible GS experience of your lifetime... The International GS Trophy will bring together BMW Motorrad GS riders from 10 countries for a week-long riding experience that will push the limits of your teamwork, mateship and endurance. Our Australian team will showcase our fighting down under spirit across a range of tests & challengs for the ultimate GS Trophy glory. Throughout the experience, riders will not only enhance their riding skills but also immerse themselves in the BMW Motorrad community, enjoying the thrill of adventure and the joy of shared experiences. This journey is about more than just competition; it’s about embracing the spirit of exploration and the love of motorcycling.

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Qualifying for the International GS Trophy

By participating in the Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia you will be eligible to be selected to represent Australia at the International GS Trophy in 2026.

Team Australia participants will be selected for 2026 as:

  • Top 2 x Men from the Australian Local Qualifier (Male Team)
  • Top 2 x Women from the Australian Local Qualifier (Female Team)*

*A minimum of 10 x Australian female participants are required in order for Team Australia to be eligible to send a female team to to the International GS Trophy

All selected participants must have completed the final stage qualifier on an R 1300 GS in order to be selected to participate in the event.

Further details will be communicated to the selected participants regarding the inclusions and support for participation in the event. BMW Australia reserves the right to make changes at any time to the selected participants if they do not comply with expected brand behavioural guidelines.

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GS Trophy Qualifier Training

Brush up your skills before the GS Trophy Qualifier!

Brush up your skills before the GS Trophy Qualifier!

Want to maximise your preparation for the Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia? Our GS Off Road Training team will be hosting a pre-qualifier training course at Dargle to show you how best to manage a number of the key challenges and skills tests that will comprise the qualifier event. Don't miss this one if you fancy your chances to represent Australia in 2026...

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Conditions of Entry

To participate in the Int. GS Trophy Qualifier Australia, participants must meet the following criteria:
 
  • Participant is required to hold a valid unrestricted riding license (at the time of the qualifier)
  • Participant needs to be a permanent resident of Australia
  • Every participant needs to take part in the GS Trophy Qualifier with any approved BMW Motorrad GS model* in good technical condition. The participant must be able to prove ownership of a BMW motorcycle in Australia.
  • All riders must be dressed completely in suitable rider gear that is in good condition: Motorcycle suit or motorcycle trousers and protection jacket with enduro shirt and all protectors, helmet, gloves, enduro boots.
  • Participant is able to communicate in English
  • Any participant that progresses to the final stage of the qualifier will need to undertake these stages on a BMW Australia R 1300 GS Trophy X and complete a provided local vehicle indemnity form before participation is granted
  • Participant has not participated in a previous GS Trophy, is an employee of BMW Group, shareholder of a BMW Motorrad Dealer, active BMW Motorrad instructor or holds any motorcycle racing licenses

*R 80 G/S, G 310 GS, G 650 GS/ G 650 GS Sertão, F 650 GS, F 650 GS Dakar, F 700 GS/ F 750 GS, F 800 GS/ F 850 GS/ F 850 / F900 GS, F 800 GS/ F 850 GS/ F 850 / F900 GS ADV, R 100 GS, R 1100 GS/ R 1150 GS, R 1200 GS/ R 1200 GS ADV, R 1250 GS/ R 1250 GS ADV, R 1300 GS/ R 1300 GS ADV, HP 2 Enduro, R 12 G/S

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