Members can propose rides outside of official rides. Easiest way to spread the word is on our members only Facebook group
2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month are group meetups and rides. Rides cancelled due to weather will generally be pushed to the following week. Holiday weekends are also sometimes exceptions. Upcoming rides:
June 14 - MEEITING POSTPONED TO THE 28TH AND RIDE CANCELEDlunch
June 28 - US421 The Snake!
July 12 - July Meeting & Lunch Run (TBD)
The 2nd Saturday meeting and lunch ride is off due to weather. The meeting will be held during the 4th Saturday ride (June 28th)
Run to upper eastern Tennessee and just a smidge of Virginia. A 300+ mile day for most riders, but the juice is Jeffinitely worth the squeeze. Fast food lunch in Mountain City and more mountain roads back to Johnson City before hoping on the interstate to motivate back toward Knoxville.
Where: Buccee's, Kodak, TN
When: 9am
KSU for after meeting lunch run: 9:15am
Where to: US421 The Snake loop over to US321 and back again
Route: https://myindian.app.link/aPso043LKTb
Ride Leader: Jeff Noland
Ride Level: 3 (long ride and curvy mountain roads)
RECENT / PAST EVENTS
Riders to meetup at IMOK at 7:45am, KSU 8am. 371 mile day of backroads so won't arrive at hotel until after 5pm.
Collection of routes including trip up and trip back. We will touch part of all Windy 9 routes over the long weekend! https://myindian.app.link/QM9yBJkkfTb
Hotel in Athens is the Hampton Inn. Group rate is still available, though block of rooms is likely no longer secure.
For riders not making the Spring Chapter trip to Athens, Ohio, John Barrone has a nice ride planned west and south of Knoxville. Lunch will be at the Greek Cafe in Riceville, TN. John says they have more than just Greek food and it's all great!
Where: Weigels @ 4567 US321, Lenoir City, TN
When: 10am
KSU: 10:30am
Where to: Greek Cafe in Riceville, TN, and beyond!
Route: https://myindian.app.link/CWrzg9o0tTb
Ride Leader: John Barrone
Ride Level: 1
Meet at Indian Motorcycle of Knoxville (IMOK) at 9am for our usual monthly meeting. After lunch we'll head easterly via mostly back roads to Carver's Restaurant in Cosby, TN. This is the end of the official ride. For the more adventurous, the Redneck Dragon, Hwy 32 out of Cosby, is nearby. Jeff will pre-ride to make sure the very short gravel section is in good shape.
Where: IMOK
When: 9am for meeting
KSU: 9:30-9:45am (ish)
Where to: Carvers Restaurant in Cosby, TN
Route: https://myindian.app.link/xZYXaf8J7Sb
Ride Leader: Jeff
Ride Level: 1 (before lunch..it's a 1. The optional after lunch ride is a solid 3...Redneck Dragon)
Feel the spirit of freedom and camaraderie as we embark on an unforgettable IMRG ride from Knoxville to the picturesque town of Clarkrange, TN, with a delightful stop at the Cumberland General Store. Lunch at the diner in the store.
Let us know if you are coming by indicating on our Facebook calendar: https://www.facebook.com/share/195VzSVq7b/
Meet Time/Place: 9:45am at the dealership. KSU: 10am
Meetup addresses: IMOK (5820 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville)
Route: To be added
Ride Level: 2 (curvy mountain roads)
Ride Leader: Wayne Landrum
Just a short run up around Norris Dam, and a lunch stop at Vols Diner. Meet at the Indian dealer 10 a.m. Ride will end at Biker Rags, so you can stock up on swag. If your a new rider, new to group riding, or just want a leisurely stroll on some backroads this is a great ride for new riders and those new to group riding.
Meet Time/Place: 10am at the dealership.
Meetup addresses: IMOK (5820 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville)
Route: https://myindian.app.link/OawTnqLHRRb
Ride Level: 1 (short miles and gentle curves)
Ride Leader: Wayne Landrum
Ready to leave the daily grind in the rearview mirror? Join us for a group motorcycle ride to the hidden gem of Suches, GA. Known for its stunning scenic routes and inviting curves, Suches is the perfect destination for riders seeking both exhilaration and relaxation. Every road in and out of Suches is twisty and fun! We'll enjoy lunch at Two Wheels of Suches.
If you plan to make the ride, acknowledge on our Facebook Calendar: https://www.facebook.com/share/1XEqjoopEo/
Meet Time/Place: 8:45am @ Indian Motorcycle of Knoxville (IMOK). KSU 9am. Meetup 2: Sloan's in Vonore at 10am. Meetup 3: Shell in Tellico Plains (the one next to Hardies). Can't spend a lot of time at secondary meetups. Going to be a long day already.
Meetup addresses: IMOK (5820 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville) and Sloan's (107 TN-360, Vonore, TN), Shell (141 Bank St, Tellico Plains, TN)
Route: https://myindian.app.link/SFsYTKs8ARb
Ride Level: 3 (big mileage day, twisty mountain roads)
Ride Leader: Rick Hill