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0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

This route is nothing but typical 2 lane town to town w/ a lot of traffic until you get north of Taylorsville...Save your time and take I-77 north to I-40 west to exit 148, hwy 64 west to Taylorsville. Then get on 16 north...You will then cross the Brushy Mtns. through the apple orchards...Continuing on north of N. Wilkesboro is when the ride really gets good...16 continues to Virginia and right near the state line is Shatley Springs...This stop is a must if you like really good country cookin' (Just like momma's).

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

Good ride. I added 421 to the Blue Ridge Parkway into Blowing Rock, where I stopped at Tucker's Cafe. Then 321 south into Lenoir and 90 across to Taylorsville where I picked up 16 again and went back to Charlotte. About 260 miles total and a good ride!!!

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Other

Took 16 in 96 degree weather. I really enjoyed the ride, the best area is above Taylorsville. I cut over to 115 via country club road and took 115 south. While I enjoyed 16 north, 115 south above Statesville was really beautiful and there was literally no traffic. Nice smooth road and lots of nice curves. I took 115 down to Davidson. There are nice historic towns along the way. Beware of Mooresville. I picked up a nail in my front tire and had to trailer the bike home. Talking with some folks around there as they said that a number of roofs are being replaced in the city due to hail damage.

2 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Other

Loved this ride! first half was heading north was a little boring but once we started hitting the small towns and got in to the hills, it was beautiful. I would have to say if your going to do this ride, dont rob yourself and make a loop out of it by going back on st rt 115! It had a lot of historical towns with great little stops such as coffee shops and snack places. I would have to say it may been better than st rt 16!
Thanks to all for the adviceon this run. it was a good way to break in the new (first) Harley.

30 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

Ridden this many times as it is the most fun way to reach The Back of the Dragon in Marion VA. Its not a difficult ride and there are some interesting views as you near the BRP.

2 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

We took 18 to Lenoir then crossed over to Wilkesboro. Loved the scenery . We ate at Elsewhere on10th in North Wilkesboro which is a hidden jewel. Nice ride not much to do once there.

5 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

A great alternative to the mountains instead of major highway. Except for a short stint on 16 that is under construction the roadway is excellent. Nice for scenic but not exceptional. The further north the better the ride.

81 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

only rode from newton nc to wilksboro good road and nice scenery

83 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring

Northern part is why I give it 4 stars. Area below 40 is more of a 2.5. Combine this with Brush Mtn Rd for a great loop out of Charlotte

27 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

From CLT to Taylorsville, it was OK, but not really anything special. From Taylorsville to Wilksboro , it was very nice. Scenic with lots hills with sweeping turns. There was some construction, but overall the road was in good condition. I'd do it again if headed up that way.

75 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

not a bad trip up to Wilksboro

344 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

take a detour to love valley, no vechicles on main street only horses

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

We took the Rte16N ride from Charlotte to Wilksboro. Nice ride with views of the countryside. Stopped and had lunch at The Triple Play , as small family owned place that is spotless. Nice friendly people and the food was great. Had the triple play burger! And the homemade Boston creme pie was the best! The ride was great and there was little traffic on the road. We did the ride on a Saturday. I will do this ride again some time.

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

Best part of this road is north of Wilkesboro in my opinion. Outside of Wilkes it connects to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the ride to the parkway has a few nice twists on it. And the Triple Play is no longer is business. This road has a lot of traffic from Charlotte but is a good alternative to riding 4 lanes up.

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

Great ride after you get out of the Charlotte area proper. 16 north is a great ride. You go over a nice bridge and you can stop at an overlook and see a damn. The town of wilksboro is nice as well

3 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Touring

I have ridden this rode many many times as it is my most direct route to the mountains. It is fairly easy with big sweeping curves and climbs. It gets much better north of Wilkesboro to the Parkway and beyond.

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Sport

Good ride north of Tayorsville and coming back 115 to Statesville is also good. Been on better rides be none as close to home.