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4.29 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.29
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Northeastern Ohio's Curve Heaven - RT 164

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on May 31, 2007

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spotterjeff
2 McR Points
June 28, 2016
I drive a 1985 Nissan 300ZX non-turbo manual, and…
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Akumu
3916 McR Points
December 28, 2013
A pretty fun road in it's own right. Nothing…
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Written Directions

Start in a town called Leesville Lake Park, OH (see online map) and simply head east-northeast on Rt 164. You'll pass through Perrysville, Amsterdam, Monroeville, and end in Lisbon, OH. Enjoy!

Scenery

A run through some of the twistiest roads in northeast Ohio all the while traveling through the sandstone hills of Jefferson County which is part of the Appalachian Highlands of northeastern Ohio. The woods are dominated by oak and hickory forest along with beeches, maples, tulip trees, walnuts, elms and ashes. You may also take in some wildflowers such as wild geraniums, hepaticas and bloodroots and wildlife like song bird songs, wild turkeys, and grouse. An excellent run to make in the fall when the leaves change color.

Drive Enjoyment

It's an excellent road that is clean for the most part and traffic is light. It is an EXTREMELY technical road that would be a sport biker's 'wet dream'. The curves are capable of causing a Sportster to drag a peg, and then some. This road is full of surprises; from extremely tight hairpin's, to loads of elevation changes, to sharp blind corners. The speed limit the last time I was on it (2006) was roughly 45 mph yet this speed limit is actually a bit too fast for rookie riders, especially in the corners. PAY ATTENTION TO THE SIGNS! If it says '15 mph' at a corner, u MIGHT be going too fast at 15 mph!! This road also contains tricky reduced radius curves, and this curve type can get a rookie in serious trouble if they take em too hot. Also, keep in mind there are some corners might contain gravel at times. Tip for rookies: always look where u want the bike to go to. this will keep u from asphalt surfing when u encounter a reduced radius curve.

Tourism Opportunities

This is a road that because of its design, it seems to go on forever. The towns it goes thru are all '1 stop-light towns' basically so not too much to do off the bike. From Scio to Lisbon, the route will be approximately 45 miles and is extremely rural. Respect these curves, because should u go down on this road, help might be very slow in coming and it will be a very long walk to a town.

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AKirk
April 1, 2021
17 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
I ride this road frequently, as I’m fairly local and it is easily the best road we have in the area for great turns and elevation change. 164 is an absolute blast! But it can eat you up quickly if you’re not careful. There area few decreasing radius turns to be careful on and many blind hills and curves that can send you scooting. The pavement is in great shape, though there are a few sections that often have gravel or dirt tracked onto the road from side roads or farmers driving tractors between fields and barns (respect). Final item to provide warning; there is lots of wildlife along the corridors of 164. I’ve had numerous close calls with deer, turkeys, opossums, raccoons, and even domestic cats, so regardless of what and how you’re driving on this road, stay aware & cautious as necessary, but get ready to have a blast!
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Mid Life Crisis
August 10, 2021
37 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Rode Rt164, from the south north Aug 7, chip and seal first 10 miles, took it slow. We could pick up the speed and it turned into a very good ride! Not so technical to me but was interesting enough to to be alert. Visited Numbers Brewery in Lisbon for some great appetizers!
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rjratkus
October 15, 2021
83 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Simply a great ride. Part of 3 day ride through Ohio and WVA from Zelienople PA. This ride was part of the trip to Marietta OH and gave great curves to the beginners (like me) and the experienced riders. Best ride of the trip.
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