A 65-year-old woman has died following a motorbike crash near Spittal of Glenshee.
The collision happened on the A93, five miles south of Braemar, just before 1pm on Sunday.
A white Triumph and a grey BMW machine were involved in the crash.
Police Scotland confirmed that the female passenger of the BMW cycle died from her injuries.
Sergeant Peter Henderson of the Road Policing Department said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those involved with this collision.
”Investigation into the circumstances is under way and I would appeal to anyone who has not already spoken to police and saw either vehicle in the lead up to this incident, or indeed the collision itself to contact Police Scotland.”
He added: “Likewise any motorist who may have dashcam footage which could assist with this enquiry are urged to come forward.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
