We don’t really understand why the Ring of Kerry is more famous than the Ring of Beara – among bikers, anyway. Beara’s just spectacular. It’s pretty narrow and steep and twisty, almost like a quiet minor Alpine pass – in fact the Healy Pass that crosses the mountains is a genuinely brilliant pass. We’re quite happy to [Read full post…]
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Ring of Beara – MotoGoLoco Classics
28th August 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesRing of Kerry – MotoGoLoco Classics
26th August 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesThe Ring of Kerry is a beautifully picturesque circular route around the south west of Ireland. Local’s tip – ride the route Clockwise (as we’ve drawn it here), as the local tour buses all drive Anti-Clockwise. Route Map & GPS Files >View/download the route map and transfer it to your GPS device here
Ayr to Turnberry – A719 – MotoGoLoco Classics
3rd July 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesAs you leave the town of Ayr (Inbhir Àir, “Mouth of the River Ayr”), head south on the A719 and visit the birthplace of Robert Burns, Scotland’s most famous bard. Jump back on the coastal main road and check out the Electric Brae, or Croy Brae as it’s known locally. The hill is an optical [Read full post…]
Armadale to Elgol (Isle of Skye, A851) – MotoGoLoco Classics
3rd July 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesTake the ferry from Mallaig over the sea to Skye. Visit Grumpy George’s shop on the right as you come off the ferry and say hi to his parrots, then drive north up the A851 till you reach the A87. Turn left, then left again after two miles onto the B8083. Follow this challenging road [Read full post…]
Aberystwyth to Dolgellau (A847) – MotoGoLoco Classics
3rd July 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesTwisties, mountains, forest and coastal views – it’s hard to draw up a list of biking road criteria that this little beauty doesn’t have in abundance. Is this the finest motorcycling road in Wales? It certainly could be! Try it for yourself and let us know what you think Route Map & GPS Files >View/download [Read full post…]
The Rutland TT – MotoGoLoco Classics
3rd July 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesThe affectionately termed “Rutland TT” is a brilliant way to spend a morning and showcases some of the very best that riding around the Midlands has to offer. You’ll be forgiven if at any point during this excellent 100 mile loop any you start feeling a little deja vu; it’s close proximity to Peterborough )where most [Read full post…]
Beverley to Malton (B1248) – MotoGoLoco Classics
5th February 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesHugely popular (and well policed – you’ve been warned) twisty B-Road goodness in the beautiful mass of land between Hull and the North York Moors. Short, at just over 25 miles but packed with enjoyment – just long enough for a lunchtime or after-work run to blow off the cobwebs. Route Map & GPS Files [Read full post…]
Spittal of Glenshee (A93) – MotoGoLoco Classics
3rd February 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesA glorious roller-coaster of a road; bends, straights, dips and crests, all set against the magnificent backdrop of the Cairngorms National Park. THE best route North between Dundee/Edinburgh and Inverness, avoiding the (hateful!) A9 too. This is what motorcycling is all about. Route Map & GPS Files >View/download the route map and transfer it to [Read full post…]
Charlbury TT – MotoGoLoco Classics
1st February 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesA gem of a ride tucked away in the heart of rural England, the Charlbury TT is a triangular route taking in Charlbury and Chipping Norton. A beautiful, scenic twisting ride through some of rural England’s finest countryside. Just over 100 miles of bliss – enjoy! Route Map & GPS Files >View/download the route [Read full post…]
Gainsborough to Louth (A631) – MotoGoLoco Classics
30th January 2015 by James Miodonski in MotoGoLoco Classic Motorcycle RoutesThe most famous and notorious biking road in Lincolnshire (the local road safety partnership publish some sobering stats) but ridden well and with respect, a wholly enjoyable run. Stop off at the popular Caenby Corner Cafe en route for a cuppa and watch the crowds gather. Route Map & GPS Files > View/download the route [Read full post…]