Rock River Run

2 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

I just did this ride last weekend. It is a pretty ride and the Rock River at this time higher than normal. The heavy spring rains have caused it to increase in size. There are some nice twist and turns but heading south you are in the shade a little more. This is not a changing ride. If you are looking for a nice ride along the water this is a good one to pick.

4 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Sport

The ride is scenic and travels along river for most of the trip. Over the last couple of years the roads have deteriorated a bit so it's not as smooth as it used to be. Some of the best parts of the ride are through Castle Rock State park where the is a few nice twists through the limestone cliffs and a great place to stop and take a walk to the top of one of them and look out over the Rock River. Just a few miles south of that is a small town called Grandetour with a old watering hole to stop and refresh. Also the home of John Deere s first blacksmiths shop.

2 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

I live in Elgin, IL and this is my favorite ride of all time in IL. From the burbs, you can take Hwy 72 or 64 out/back. Summer of 2011 Hwy 2 was under construction, but it's still worth it for a day trip. Gorgeous wind down the Rock River with a great over-look at Lowden State Park (from the Blackhawk statue). It's even a fun run at night. The only negative is that it's completely flat, no hills. Gentle, winding road, but all flat. Great ride for beginners.