Whatever motorcycle a rider chooses to ride there are many roads to be taken. Taking to the open road provides a rider with freedom and a break from the every day. Whether riding solo, with a partner, or in a group, there are many sites to see. Every state of the United States offers its own unique version of beauty.
One of these places is in Sedona Arizona. Its rock formations stand as sentinels on the right side of town, on the Red Rock Scenic Byway. This is a beautiful 7.5 miles, for a motorcycle road trip. It is also known as route 179. It starts in Sedona and runs south, ending at interstate 17 near Rimrock. There are clearly marked trail heads along the way, which would provide some hiking among the red rock. Spend at least a half day exploring the red rock formations. Some are named after objects they resemble such as bell, cathedral, and snoopy. These seem to change shape and color with every shift of light.
Most of this motorcycle drive cuts through the diverse Coconino National Forest. One will see many yucca, juniper, cacti, and pinion pines. Some of the wild life that can be seen are hawks, eagles, elk, deer, coyotes, and quail. In the 1940's and 50's motion picture studios shot many westerns here. One of these movies was Broken Arrow with Jimmy Stewart. Many people have been drawn to Sedona because of the peaceful beauty of this place.
A rider gets to always remember to get their motorcycle, road trip ready. In hotter terrain it is best to remember to drink often. Bringing a Camelbak or similar water source, filled with ice to begin with, will be a source of cool refreshing water, and keep the rider cool at the same time. Another item that works well in the heat is to wear a leather motorcycle jacket that has vents, with them fully open.
One of these places is in Sedona Arizona. Its rock formations stand as sentinels on the right side of town, on the Red Rock Scenic Byway. This is a beautiful 7.5 miles, for a motorcycle road trip. It is also known as route 179. It starts in Sedona and runs south, ending at interstate 17 near Rimrock. There are clearly marked trail heads along the way, which would provide some hiking among the red rock. Spend at least a half day exploring the red rock formations. Some are named after objects they resemble such as bell, cathedral, and snoopy. These seem to change shape and color with every shift of light.
Most of this motorcycle drive cuts through the diverse Coconino National Forest. One will see many yucca, juniper, cacti, and pinion pines. Some of the wild life that can be seen are hawks, eagles, elk, deer, coyotes, and quail. In the 1940's and 50's motion picture studios shot many westerns here. One of these movies was Broken Arrow with Jimmy Stewart. Many people have been drawn to Sedona because of the peaceful beauty of this place.
A rider gets to always remember to get their motorcycle, road trip ready. In hotter terrain it is best to remember to drink often. Bringing a Camelbak or similar water source, filled with ice to begin with, will be a source of cool refreshing water, and keep the rider cool at the same time. Another item that works well in the heat is to wear a leather motorcycle jacket that has vents, with them fully open.
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