Boutique Bikers change gears

Nevermind, Geelong’s first boutique motorcycle shop, is providing seasoned and would-be riders everything needed for their next adventure.

Customers can purchase their new wheels in store while sourcing quality protective clothing, travel gear, leather goods and travel information.

Founder Matt Natonewski said they moved into 224 Pakington Street in 2016 and became a licensed motor vehicle trader in May, hoping to inspire more people to travel and ride.

“Travel and motorcycles have always gone together and the more people getting out of their comfort zone and travelling the world on bikes the better.”

Matt said the business has a proud association with Royal Enfield bikes, which were originally a British cult brand but are now manufactured in Chennai, India.

“The 350-500cc models are ideal for cruising or rumbling in small-group rides: India, travel motorcycles and Royal Enfield bikes are my life.

“I’ve lived and breathed these passions for nearly 40 years and now I’m sharing it with the Geelong community.”

He said his company has been operating adventure rides though Rajasthan, southern India, Nepal and the Himalayas for almost six years.

“Recently we’ve added new adventure trips through the wilderness of Tasmania and the jungles of Vietnam with experienced team members from Australia leading all rides.

“Nevermind adventure travel appeals to solo riders and people wanting to ride with partners, family and friends and we especially encourage new riders and women.”

Matt said the groups are small, and a new model Royal Enfield, mechanics and support vehicles were included as part of the package.

“We’re also conducting one- and three-day escapes through the Otway Ranges along the Great Ocean Road. Would-be buyers of Royal Enfields use these trips to test the various models prior to purchase,” he said.

“These local rides are often given as ‘gifts with a difference’ to family and friends and for an all-inclusive cost, riders get a learner approved bike, a day in Victoria’s stunning outdoors and the chance to dine at the best eateries in the area.”

For more information and to go somewhere you’ve never been, head to nevermindadventure.com.