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4 out of 5 Rider Rating 4
9 Reviews

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By shamus67 (5 McR Points) on Jul 06, 2014

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jay529
2 McR Points
September 6, 2015
This was a nice ride, you don't get to see much…
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jcomaha
37 McR Points
August 7, 2016
Took this road to add scenery thru Illinois.…
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Written Directions

River Road from Peru to Peoria on the west side of Illinois River, cross over in Peoria and back to Peru along the east side of river. Friendly places in Peoria, and scenic route the whole way along both sides of river.

Scenery

Can ride alongside the Illinois River for many miles, small towns, interesting biker bars in Peoria. From Peoria back north is through floodplains and hills along the river valley. Easy and nice cruiser ride.

Drive Enjoyment

No potholes. Gentle curves and hills. Wonderful ride. Do it every summer.

Tourism Opportunities

Interesting biker hangouts in Peoria west side of river. Nice hotels if you want to spend the night. I recommend Mark Twain hotel (biker friendly) and walking distance to everything downtown.

Motorcycle Road Additional info

What a wonderful ride, overhanging trees, hills, old barns, the only Better ride is out along the Mississippi River.
 

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SoulBait
May 2, 2020
66 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Easy ride don't get many good views or river but it better than I57 LOL
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PhaedrusFlyz
June 2, 2020
149 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Living in Peru for a year, this was one of the rides I enjoyed going on. Beware of deer in the late summer and early fall.
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JeremyShort74
July 5, 2020
5 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Easy, relaxed ride with little traffic. I prefer the west side of the river over the east side.
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