Kimbin-Pikapene Road

NSWTertiary road10.3 km23 segments

5.1Sports

10.3 kmTotal length

23Segments

25Grey spot segments

Kimbin-Pikapene Road is a 10 km sealed tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.5/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores

5.1/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.8/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

8.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

7.7/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.5/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 23 segments

Fair (4-6)88%Poor (<4)12%

Sports score IQR: 4.5 - 5.2

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed92%Unsealed8%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

9.1

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classTertiary road

9.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

9.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

9.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 23 segments

Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NSW. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

7.3/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure53%

Night driving risk67%

Wind exposure62%

Sun glare risk83%

Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments

Top 29 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#111209230Asphalt0.43 km5.48.39.1 #111209229Asphalt0.47 km5.38.39.0 #111209231Asphalt0.45 km5.38.29.0 #112738473Asphalt0.41 km5.38.18.9 #112393618Asphalt0.18 km5.38.18.9 #111209228Asphalt0.37 km5.38.18.9 #111209237Asphalt0.37 km5.28.08.9 #111209234Asphalt0.37 km5.28.08.8 #112594317Asphalt0.47 km5.17.98.7 #111316227Asphalt0.35 km5.17.98.7 #112594318Asphalt0.18 km5.17.88.7 #111209232Asphalt0.35 km4.97.68.3 #111074508Asphalt0.47 km4.97.68.3 #111316226Asphalt0.35 km4.97.58.3 #111209236Asphalt0.40 km4.97.58.1 #111209233Asphalt0.37 km4.97.58.3 #111074502Asphalt0.36 km4.97.58.3 #111209238Asphalt0.32 km4.87.58.3 #111209235Asphalt0.41 km4.87.48.2 #111316225Asphalt0.38 km4.87.38.1 #111074505Asphalt0.38 km4.67.07.9 #111074503Asphalt0.43 km4.56.87.7 #111074504Asphalt0.43 km4.46.67.6 #111074507Asphalt0.45 km4.36.57.5 #111316224Asphalt0.07 km4.26.47.6 #111074506Asphalt0.36 km4.26.37.4 #111074501Concrete0.02 km3.34.85.7 #111316222Unpaved0.58 km2.46.04.0 #111316223Unpaved0.25 km2.46.04.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/kimbin-pikapene-road-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Kimbin-Pikapene Road?+

Kimbin-Pikapene Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Kimbin-Pikapene Road sealed?+

Yes. Kimbin-Pikapene Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Kimbin-Pikapene Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Kimbin-Pikapene Road scores 7.8/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Kimbin-Pikapene Road in a caravan?+

With care. Kimbin-Pikapene Road scores 5.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Kimbin-Pikapene Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Kimbin-Pikapene Road scores 8.5/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Kimbin-Pikapene Road?+

Contour has identified 25 grey spots on Kimbin-Pikapene Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 21 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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