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In regards to Oz, there is a certain beauty to the interior, but be aware that you'll get a fair bit on the way south from Darwin until you head east. It's pretty standard to head down and hit Ayers Rock and then head across to Cairns. I wouldn't miss the great barrier reef there, it is a wonder of the world after all.
As for Zim, along the same lines but Victoria Falls is pretty spectacular and the Zim side is bigger. You can always drop in from the Zambia side but they'll likely charge you another visa fee to get back in so most cheap motorcycle travellers won't want to pay again
Either way though, many routes to choose form.
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The red centre of Oz will certainly be an eye opener, and you will probably see more Emu than Roos although there will be no shortage of them either.
BUT, Lotsa nothing in between think hours of riding without seeing anything very spectacular except for the vast nothingness thet is the interior. Having said that I love it, has a beauty that is impossible to describe.
Be awre that Summer out there is bloody hot on a bike - think hot enough for 2nd degree burn if you touch a chrome part of the bike with bare skin. Summer in the North is wet season and you will be confined to major highways and it will rain lots.
Cairns is a tourist trap but if you ignore that the north of Queensland is a tropical wonderland with heaps to keep you amused and take your cash.
Hope that helps.
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If you can manage it, don't dismiss New Zealand on your way from Australia. Some amazing roads here to explore - particularly the South Island.
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As an Australian I agree that it would be a pity not to see the Great Barrier Reef while it's still there to see. There's speculation that it could be bleached by global warming in a few years.
However I also enjoy riding in the outback and I understand why you've chosen your route. If you do ride down the centre make sure you make the detour to Uluru (Ayers Rock).
And along the Victorian coastline be sure to include the Great Ocean Road.
Finally I have to recommend that you include New Zealand on your itinerary. It's a stunningly beautiful country.
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