The annual three-day ride to raise funds for children with developmental and health needs was originally planned for May but will now take place in September because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Organisers say while this date is locked in, the situation will be monitored so the health and safety of all involved in a priority.

"Coronavirus may have delayed the ride, but it hasn't reduced the demand for our specialised services," Royal Far West's chief executive officer Lindsay Cane AM said.

"Some of our dedicated riders have already raised significant funds, and these will be immediately put to work to directly support the developmental and mental health of these precious children in regional communities."

When the event can push on, more than 80 riders will cycle from Dubbo to Cobar via Narromine and Nyngan.

The team will stay in local accommodation, buy from nearby stores and check out the towns along the way to boost the cash-flow in the communities.

Royal Far West says there are more than 100,000 country kids who can't access the support they need because of where they live and the ride addresses this need.

Last year, more than 9500 children, parents, carers, educators and health professionals were supported through Royal Far West's services - and the demand is growing.