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3.33 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.33
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North Central Tennessee Tour on US-127

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Oct 31, 2008

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July 10, 2009
I am a local and I have been shouting the praises…
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November 16, 2010
Rick B said it well. Janet & I have enjoyed…
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I started at Crossville TN on US-127 north. First stop at Pall Mall, TN to visit WWI MOH Sgt Alvin York. Next stop Forbus, TN to visit the "Old" store. Great local items. Good sandwiches! Travel north about a mile and take SR-325 to Byrdstown, TN. This is a Scenic curvy back road to travel at about 30 mph. Nothing to see but country farms. At Byrdstown take SR-111 south past Dale Hollow Lake to Livingston, TN. 1 mile south of Livingston take SR-84 to Monterey, TN and I-40. This is a comfortable 4 hour ride including good stops. I took 6 hours because I like to talk to local people way too long. Start and end on I-40 for easy access.

Scenery

Lots of farm land that look like "Post Cards". Undeveloped land and hills provide great views. Rolling hills. Old abandoned school houses are interesting stops, but be aware farmers use some for storage!

Drive Enjoyment

Two lane roads in great condition. Lots of shaded curves which well be covered with leaves in the late fall, so ride slow. Speed limits from 35 to 55 but take your time.

Tourism Opportunities

Lots of road side stores but spaced out. The Old Country store at Forbus is a must stop. Fresh made sandwiches are great. Don't get in too much of a hurry, this is a "different time zone", a little slower. Local honey, jams and such for sale so keep a saddle bag ready! Pall Mallis a great place to stop to explore the life of Sgt Alvin York, WWI Medal of Honor (MOR) recipient and Highest decorated WWI soldier. Visit his Grave site. Directions are posted by signs. Byrdstown offer a few roadside restaurants but I'm usually going to Dale Hollow's boat dock restaurant. Have a map of the area with you in case you want to explore some of the roads around Dale Hollow Lake. Great viewing!

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Guest
July 10, 2009
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
I am a local and I have been shouting the praises of the central Tenn. roads for the past several years. I love this route and have run it and several variations of it for the past several years. For an interesting variation just north of Jamestown turn left onto Squrrel Flat Rd then right onto Buck Mtn Rd, this will dead end into Red Hill Rd or Co Rd 325. Follow that back over to rt 111. Great turns, good road surface overall a great ride. Try it, you'll love it!
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April 15, 2012
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Have a little patience at the beginning as it seemed a little crowded on a Sunday afternoon. The route improved greatly as it went. Some parts felt like a roller coaster, but with a better view. 325 has the tight corners of more famous runs, but it is mixed in with fun rolling hills and beautiful farm country. For the history buff, it passes the home city of Alvin C. York, who was a war hero from WW1 and the subject of at least one great movie.
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November 16, 2010
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Rick B said it well. Janet & I have enjoyed riding these roads for a while now. They make a nice change after rotator cuff injury from riding my 450 KTM on these beloved hills & hollers. Just keep the shiny side UP!
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