Is Route 66 A good motorcycle ride?

Is Route 66 A good motorcycle ride?

At over 2400 miles long from Chicago to Los Angeles, Route 66 crosses three time zones and 8 States: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. The famous and nostalgic Route 66 is the road created in heaven for motorcycle touring. Simply stated, this is the guided tour of America!

How long does it take to ride Route 66 on a motorcycle?

Trips along the entire 2,000 mile route can take 10-14 days, or more depending on the number of stops, and sidetrips to attractions like the Grand Canyon. Many travelers on Route 66 also ride their own bikes or rent motorcycles to seek new open-air adventures on their USA road trip!

When should I ride Route 66?

The best time to take a Route 66 road trip is between April (late spring) to early July (early summer), and then, after the summer break ⁄ summer holidays: early fall (Labor day till late October).

Can you ride Route 66?

Can All of Route 66 be Driven? No, you can’t drive the “entire” original Route 66, but you can still drive the sections that have been preserved -which are quite a few! Route 66 was decertified on June 27, 1985 and no longer exists as a U.S. Highway.

How long is the Route 66?

2,448 mi
U.S. Route 66/Length

Can you drive Route 66 in a week?

So to those asking “Can you do Route 66 in a week?, the answer is yes! you can and have a lot of fun doing it. Having said this, you should consider at least extending the ride to two weeks. With more time you could drive more of the old US 66 roadbed.

Is it safe to drive cross country in January?

Icy and snowy roads will limit your mobility and make traveling more dangerous, while fewer daylight hours will restrict how much you can see in one day. Fortunately, a large portion of the southern U.S. is perfectly safe for driving during winter.

Is Route 66 and I 40 the same?

Much of present-day Interstate 40 runs along Historic Route 66; however, where Route 66 turned northeast, Interstate 40 continues east, running through Arkansas, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Along the way, you’ll find iconic Route 66 sites, cool towns, and picturesque parks.