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3.6 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.6
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Indiana 52 - Indy to Cincy "Plant Run"

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Jul 31, 2009

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August 1, 2010
At the east edgeof Metamora turn south on 229.…
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May 14, 2010
Alice and I drove this a couple of times, except…
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Written Directions

Route starts on I-465 on the east side of Indianapolis and ends at I-74 just west of Cincinnati (see the above map).

Scenery

I've made this (round) trip on my bike about 10 times in the last 6 months visiting one of our plants in Cincinnati. The route splits nicely between flat cornfield lined roads to curves and hills on tree lined roads as you near the Eastern Indiana state line. The speed limit is 55 with a few small towns fairly evenly spaced along the route like New Palestine, Rushville, Brookeville and more, but not enough to slow you down too much. You pass by historic towns and sites like the White River Canal locks which were used to raise and lower boat traffic to different levels of the canal in order to traverse the changing terrain. You can also stop and go canoeing in the White River area. I've seen gas stations with horses tied to hitching rails out front on occasion.

Drive Enjoyment

The road itself is in pretty decent shape with only a few spots needing repaving, so you can stretch out and ride. Caution should be exercised in the curvy areas as you get closer to the Ohio state line because other traffic can surprise you on occasion, but you can still enjoy the curves if you're not reckless about it.

Tourism Opportunities

Towns, restaurants, gas stations, and other "break areas" are pretty nicely distributed along the route without impeding your ride very much, and without ruining the country road.

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ricdecca
May 21, 2020
37 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring
Nice stroll through mainly farmland. Closer to Cinci gets more wooded and hilly.
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WingWanders
June 19, 2020
595 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Obviously very dull for about half up to Metamora, but it's a nice alternative for the Interstate racetrack. The eastern section have a lot of windy parts, but in 2020 they had much road closures due to new bridges and the like. Metamora to Brookville was closed.
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WingWanders
June 24, 2020
595 McR Points
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