Florida's Best Motorcycle Rides

by The Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

These are some of the best motorcycle rides in Florida

 

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Florida -- the Sunshine State -- offers some of the best motorcycle trips on this continent in terms of scenery and activities for bikers, not to mention the near perfect weather. Near is the operative word when describing Florida’s weather. Winters offer the most pleasant riding conditions with temperatures hovering in the high 60s to mid 70s for the most part. However, a fast moving cold front can drop temperatures to freezing accompanied by gusty winds within an hour. This is usually short lived with the temperatures rising within a couple days if not sooner. One factor that makes winters enjoyable is the lower humidity levels with very little rain. We all know that weather can contribute to motorcycle wrecks.

 

Summers in Florida are generally quite humid and hot with average temperatures in the high 80s to mid 90s. Temperatures remain relatively constant, however, this is also the rainy season. Floridians are accustomed to the frequent and almost predictable timing of the rain showers that seem to develop in the mid afternoon. These thunderstorms can be ominous with high cumulonimbus clouds producing a deluge of rain with an abundance of lightning like no other. It is not unusual to register 2 inches of rain in an hour. Then, like magic, it has passed as fast as it has arrived, and within an hour the streets are dry and the only evidence of its passing is the welcome drop in temperature and fresh smelling air. Usually this is a singular timely occurrence.

 

During the summer months the “Love bugs” take flight. The little pest is harmless, and found in swarms in the country for the most part. If your trip takes you through the countryside it is advisable to wear a shield should you encounter them. They are scattered but ever present. If a shield isn’t available, make sure to keep your mouth shut when riding your motorcycle or you may get a veritable feast quite unexpectedly. For this reason, locals curtail the majority of riding to the coastal areas where they are few, if any love bugs. This is where the majority of bikers ride anyhow.

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Florida doesn’t require the wearing of a helmet. To wear one is the choice of the rider as we should be free to make the choice for ourselves.

 

Here are five of the best motorcycle rides in the state in terms of interesting sights, attractions and activities, widest variety of dining experiences and breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico to the west and Atlantic to the east. This list is only a sampling as there are far too many great adventures to list. Get your camera and let’s kick the tire and light the fire, we have places to go and things to do.

 

West Central Coastal: Approx. 93 miles. Lower than average traffic. Tarpon Springs to Longboat Key.

 

Route: Main St. Tarpon Springs to Alt. US19.
Go south on your motorcycle 12.6 miles, then right on North Fort Harrison Ave. for 1.5 miles. Right on Court St./SR60W for 1.9 miles to Clearwater beach. Turn around and head south on the same road -- Gulf Blvd./SR699 and head south 16.31 miles to Johns Pass on Treasure Island. Continue south on Gulf Blvd./SR699 south 2.4 miles. Go left on Pinellas Bayway SR682 east for 3.7 miles to Interstate 275 South. Cross the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, which has a $1 toll. Go 12.4 miles then merge onto US19 to Bradenton 3.2 miles with a slight right onto US41south for 16.8 miles. US41 turns into Cortez Rd./SR684 for 7.7 miles. Go left on Gulf Dr./SR789 for 8.5 miles, then left on Bay Isles Rd to Longboat Key.

The most popular ride begins at Tarpon Springs on US ALT 19 heading south. Tarpon Springs is a coastal town and home of the famous sponge docks. The 1953 film “Beneath the 12-Mile Reef” was filmed here, depicting the first Greek sponge divers. Greek cuisine, sponge boats and exhibitions aboard a boat are available.

This ride hugs the coast where many islands lay offshore. There are a host of beautiful beaches, palm trees, fresh salt air and the finest scenery in Florida for motorcycle riders. There is every conceivable type of restaurant, events and activities too numerous to list, including beautiful bridges, the gulf on the right and intercoastal on the left. You will find gambling boats, beautiful architecture, multitude of piers and parks just to mention a few. Clearwater beach is one of the most popular beaches in the state, which is a destination for most college students on spring break. Traffic congestion in the immediate area is a factor complicated by being surrounded by T-backs makes concentration difficult. Johns Pass is a Floridian favorite. It has a two-level boardwalk with a rustic design. Located on the intercoastal waterway, it hosts fabulous views, jet ski rentals, parasailing, Dolphin sighting boat rides, Pirate ships, unique gift shops, tours of bird sanctuaries and of the islands are available, to mention a few of the activities. It also hosts the famous Friendly Fisherman restaurant.

From Johns Pass you will pass over the Sunshine Skyway bridge which has many parks on the Bradenton side and on to Longboat Key which is a long island out into the gulf.

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East Central Coastal: “Watch for Motorcycles!” Approx. 54 miles. Low traffic -- Ormond Beach Loop

 

Starting out in Ormond Beach go north on S Beach St/CR-4011 toward SR-40W Granada Blvd about .03 miles. Take the 1st left onto W Granada Blvd/SR-40. Go .04 miles, then right on N. Yonge St/US-1 N/SR-5 N. Follow US-1 N. Go 24.0 miles, then right onto Palm Coast Pky NW for 1.7 miles. Go right onto Belle Terre Pky. Go .03 miles, then turn left onto Cypress Point Pky. Continue toward Cypress Edge Dr. for 0.4 miles. Take the 3rd right onto Palm Coast Pky SE. Go 2.8 miles onto Hammock Dunes Pky. Go .08 miles, then turn left onto Camino Del Mar for .02 miles. Take the 1st left onto N. Oceanshore Blvd/SR-A1A. Travel 22.0 miles to E. Granada Blvd/SR-40 to Ormond Beach.

This is a circular loop starting in Ormond Beach and ending at the World Famous Iron Horse Saloon on US-1. Countryside and Daytona beaches are the main attractions, ending with a visit to World Famous Iron Horse Saloon on the US-1 in Ormond Beach.

 

South Florida: 239.43 miles. Low traffic -- Naples to Key West

 

This ride begins in Naples and ends in Key West. The ride offers a low concentration of traffic, great stretches to crack the throttle, wildlife abound as well as excellent scenery with ample amenities along the route.

Take 5th street to Tamiami Trail E /SR90E. Follow SR90E for 90.1 miles, then turn right on Krome Ave./SR997 for 21.2 miles. Turn left on 177th st/Davis Hwy W for .01 mile to US-1 West for 127.4 miles to Key West.

 

North Florida: 100 miles. Low traffic. Panama City to DeFuniak Springs

 

This ride begins in Panama City and travels to DeFuniak Springs and returns. This is a very popular ride with an abundance of scenery, and historical sights.

Take SR79N out of Panama City. Be careful on SR79N for speed traps. Turn left on SR20, then right on SR81. Turn right on US-331 to DeFuniac Springs.

 

Central Florida: 75.66 miles. Low traffic. Inverness to DeLand

 

This ride traverses woodland areas, over a multitude of lakes, abundant wildlife observations, quaint stores, fine dining and excellent roads. It is a ride to remember with many beautiful parks and amenities throughout the route. The route is 44W all the way to DeLand.

 

 

In conclusion, the descriptions of the rides does an injustice to their impact of the motorcycling public. The events, amenities, activities, attractions, points of interest and so on are so numerous it is impossible to list them. Ride safe and enjoy the time of your life in Florida.

 

 

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Florida motorcyclists are protected under Florida motorcycle law that makes negligent drivers responsible and liable to Florida motorcyclists. A Florida biker involved in a motorcycle accident in Florida may obtain compensation for his or her injuries that were caused by the other driver’s negligence. Damages may include payment for pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, economic loss, no fault benefits, and more. What follows are some of the relevant law involving motorcycles in the State of Florida.

 

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