Ron Grant (motorcyclist)

Ron Grant was an Australian long-distance motorcycle rider notable for completing a round-Australia trip in 1970 in under 9 days. He rode a BSA B50 500cc motorcycle and completed the journey in 8 days, 22 hours, and 58 minutes. This record stood for many years. Grant's feat is recognized as a significant achievement in Australian motorcycling history, demonstrating the endurance of both rider and machine across challenging terrain. He faced harsh conditions and limited support, relying on his own mechanical skills and navigation abilities. His record has since been broken by other riders with the advantage of more modern motorcycles and improved infrastructure. Grant's early accomplishment, however, remains an iconic example of long-distance motorcycle riding in Australia.