Motorcyclist killed taking bend during downpour in Dubbo

A man has died following a motorcycle crash in Dubbo last night.

In the pouring rain around 5.30pm yesterday emergency services were called after reports a motorcyclist had crashed near Eulomogo Creek Bridge on Old Dubbo Road.

Police believe the man lost control of his bike as he negotiated a sweeping left-hand bend and hit the Armco railing.

Passers-by located the man and contacted emergency services.

Police and ambulance personnel performed CPR on the man at the scene, but he died shortly after arriving at Dubbo Base Hospital.

Officers from Orana Mid-Western Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

A report is being prepared for the Coroner.