A man has died following a motorcycle crash on Lilydale Road, Rocherlea

Tasmanian police said the rider, a 32-year-old Underwood man, was travelling on Lilydale Road at around 8.30pm on Monday when the crash occurred.

Police and emergency services arrived at the scene a short time later.

The man was treated at the scene, but despite the best efforts of emergency services, the man passed away.

Police said the man had been riding a grey Honda motorcycle travelling in an easterly direction on Lilydale Road when he lost control and crashed close to the intersection of Archer Street.

The man's death brings the state's road toll this year to 40.

Police said investigations were underway, and a report would be prepared for the coroner.

Police are asking for witnesses to come forward, and if anyone has dash cam footage of the incident, to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au.

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