US 60 - Socorro to Springerville

8 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

Very nice ride, almost a 4-star. Lots of very nice scenery mixed with some pretty vistas of the high desert meadows. Several small towns to stop and take a break. Road is generally in very good shape with a few stretches of patched road, but not bad at all.

149 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

A nice ride at higher elevations. I'd stop in Pie Town for a slice of pie (what else would you stop for?) and also at VLA (Very Large Array). It's cool to view the exhibits and take a tour if you have the time.

49 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring

I gave it a 3, only because it can't compare with nearby outstanding rides like the Coronado. But still a very nice route, especially as a way to avoid I 40. This road used to be in fantastic condition, but lately its gotten humpy, which makes zinging it at 100 mph a bit risky. In its day though, it was flat, empty, and generally free of state cops. Speed limit slow, but mostly ignored by the traffic. Still a very nice fun cut if you are headed towards Flagstaff or Vegas. Good overnight spot in Show Low, where some newer hotels exist. Once in Arizona, don't exceed the speed limit by 1 mph.