Day Trip on the Heritage Classic to Chimney Rock, North Carolina

[@lawrencestark8983]

I remember that beautiful country when I used to live in NC. Thanks for sharing

[@GARamblinMan]

Beautiful area for sure and I love exploring it on my motorcycle. Thanks for watching!

[@rodneybarcus2233]

You had good weather for it. I hope you found a couple of interesting places to stop with that long of a ride. A stop and smell the roses day.

[@GARamblinMan]

It was a great day to ride and take in the sights and smells of a nice cool Fall day. I’m never in a hurry and just enjoy myself. Thanks for watching!

[@johnF56]

Great video, George. I get down to that part of the world occasionally. Beautiful area.

[@GARamblinMan]

The North Carolina Mountains and Blue Ridge Parkway might be best motorcycle roads in the country in my humble opinion. Thanks for watching and commenting. I really appreciate it.

[@fridaynightrydes]

Sometimes a day trip is just what the doctor ordered. Great video my friend. Thanks for the subscription by the way.

[@GARamblinMan]

Thanks! You have some nice videos of your rides around Las Vegas. Happy to be a subscriber. Ride safe on your beautiful Street Glide.

[@HogLife]

I rode my 03 Heritage Softail Classic to Myrtle Beach from Ohio and what a beautiful ride it was,it took me 12 1/2 hours and that was after getting gas and using the restroom,mines put away for the winter now,I had total knee replacement 3 weeks ago.I’ll take her back out in Feb or March,thanks for the video brother

[@GARamblinMan]

It’s a great long distance ride in my opinion. I did put a Mustang seat with a backrest on mine. That even makes it better. Thanks for watching!

[@HogLife]

@@GARamblinMan I still have the stock seat on it with no backrest,( which I could probably use due to 6 back surgeries),but all in all,awesome ride,can’t wait til May for Myrtle Beach Bike week,great time this past summer down there

[@snowman100]

Am a trucker by career, a pilot as a hobby and motorcyclist. And I know a barbecue with motorcycle beats "$100" hamburger on a plane and truck stop hamburger. The scenery and the cost with fuel above$3.59, I'll do riding all day with barbecue. Good to see you riding again

[@johngilbert1047]

I watch a couple pilots that have channels here on the KZbins, and they often refer to the $100 cheeseburger. I was thinking as I rode back home yesterday that a 200 mile ride to lunch is better than a $100 cheeseburger. We get to soak up the scenery that the plane passes at 200mph and a mile above it all (the guys I follow have twin engines). I think we have it better. Great seeing you, the food was good, and the entire trip was worth taking.

[@cbsbass4142]

Loved the Chimney Rock area. Sister in law has a vacation home on Lake Adger, so we road up from there via Lake Lure, to Bat Cave etc.. Beautiful places (Chris)

[@GARamblinMan]

It’s a great area to ride. Western NC is just about my favorite motorcycle destination. Thanks for watching.

[@jimeckenrode1271]

so you got a new bike. nice. Watching this video was much like riding my own bike, the two are so similar. Nice ride.

[@GARamblinMan]

Glad you liked it!

[@pkimberling]

I need to get back to Chimney Rock. I remember a trip many years ago and the roads were great near the state park. I go to BRP and other parts of Western NC at least once a year but need to make a point to detour from my main favorites, and now know where to eat! I live south of Atlanta so might make it a 2 day trip with a wider arch.

[@GARamblinMan]

Great roads around Lake Lure and Chimney Rock. A little bit of a detour off the BRP but worth it. Thanks for watching and commenting. Ride safe!

[@kennyh3443]

Nice video. I can't wait until spring arrives in Maryland. I have a 2018 Heritage Softail Classic in Vivid Black. I wish it was a 114 cubic inch rather than a 107 cubic inch. I did get a stage II upgrade last year, and it gave it more torque. Also did a lot of modifications to the bike--adding accessories to it to give it a look of its own. I love my bike. It's light and nimble for an older fella like me. My wife rides with me a lot. Happy riding!

[@GARamblinMan]

I’m an old fella too and I like the size and weight of my Heritage compared to the big touring motorcycles. I’m glad a went with the 114 but I’m not sure there’s that much difference. It’s a beast for sure. I get a lot of nice riding days here in Georgia in the winter but they can be few and far between sometimes. Hurry up Spring! Thanks for watching.

[@2wheelvintage361]

Beautiful roads down there. Thanks for sharing!

[@dannymoore3957]

Yes fall is a great time to be out riding. Good to see you back!

[@GARamblinMan]

You got that right!

[@louieallen6964]

Im from Rutherford County, lol. I live in Cleveland County now. Been to chimney rock many times

[@GARamblinMan]

Beautiful area of NC. It’s about a 4 hr ride from my house and there are some great roads getting there. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching!

[@AnywhereRider]

A terrific view of the mountain colors!

[@GARamblinMan]

I love riding in the western NC mountains. So many good roads there and not too far from where I live. Have you ever ridden south out of Nashvillle on the Natchez Trace? I’ve heard varying opinions of that as a motorcycle route but I would like to try it some day.

[@AnywhereRider]

@@GARamblinMan I’ve done about 50 miles and back on the trace. It’s a very nice but slow ride. It is well patrolled. There are no commercial vehicles but are a lot of bicyclists. Average speed is between 40-50. It’s pleasant, just not fast. And another downside is that GPS is almost of no value. They don’t seem to be programmed to recognize the route. But hey, I’d love to go down it in the springtime. Maybe over to Shiloh battlefield in Savannah TN

[@GARamblinMan]

I’ve heard it’s a pretty slow and leisurely ride. I’d still like to give it a shot one day.

[@AnywhereRider]

@@GARamblinMan it is really nice! I’m going at some point. Come on!

[@GARamblinMan]

I checked out the ride from Nashvillle to Savannah, TN - looks like a great day trip. Let’s do it this Spring when it warms up.

[@ubyg.4868]

Nice jacket, I have the same one. Ride safe...

[@GARamblinMan]

Thanks, you too! It’s a nice lightweight jacket.

[@darrenlingerfelt5879]

I live 5 miles off of 123 in Toccoa right before you cross over in to South Carolina. We live on Lake Hartwell.

[@GARamblinMan]

Beautiful area. I used to live near Elberton and Lake Russell. Thanks for watching!

[@ronbuccelli8486]

Fall here in Wisconsin is my favorite time to ride, I'll ride till it starts snowing or they put salt down. I love your heritage, I'm thinking about getting one maybe next year,I like my dyna switchback but that heritage is just unbelievable! Love your videos,be safe!

[@GARamblinMan]

I was just in Wisconsin last week and the fall colors were beautiful. Flew into Milwaukee and drove west to Janesville. Nice ride through the country once I got out of Milwaukee. I know you would like the Heritage. Best bike Harley-Davidson makes now in my opinion but I’m sure everyone has their own ideas about that! Glad you enjoy the videos and ride safe.

[@ronbuccelli8486]

Hope you enjoyed your stay here! I agree the heritage is such a versatile bike, I know I would love it!

[@kwlambright]

Good to see ya back, I like that well manicured yard you have there

[@GARamblinMan]

Thanks. My wife is the landscaper and gardener in this family. All kudos go to her for our beautiful yard and gardens. Thanks for watching!

[@jdreyno1958]

Thanks for the ride.

[@austinwebre87]

I really enjoy these vlogs! Riding season is about over up here in Alaska, so I'm going to have to survive off of your videos for the winter. Enjoy the great riding weather and be safe brother!

[@GARamblinMan]

I feel for you but Alaska is a wilderness dream of a place to live for sure. Glad you enjoyed the vlog and I’ll continue all winter. We can ride most days all year here. There are a few cold days in January and February that make it tough but they never last long. And that’s why I installed the heated grips! Thanks for watching.

[@tomtardif4387]

I see you got a Harley instead of an Indian. I took a ride from the Augusta area in Maine to Lubec I only took one break at a Dollar general to check my phone and I didn't even get off the bike. When I got to Lubec to get off the bike to have lunch it was like I just got on it I wasn't sore at all I have a driver's backrest. No riding fatigue whatsoever and I'm 64 I would have to take breaks when I was on the Indian don't know why but I'm really enjoying my new Suzuki C50T a lot lighter than the full size baggers. I don't need the big engines I don't ride on interstates I stay clear of them too many crazies LOL have fun and stay safe on your rides next summer. Looks like we have a northeaster coming this weekend fun fun...lol

[@GARamblinMan]

Enjoy the Nor’easter! I was in Boston last week on business and it was sunny and in the 50’s all week. I got lucky. Enjoy your new Boulevard. It’s a great motorcycle.

[@mbeck9680]

Nice to see you post a video! I took a ride to Lake Lure a few weeks ago. I agree with you about fall weather riding in the south. When I lived in Ohio I always hated to see fall come because I knew winter was right behind. After moving to SC I think I enjoy the fall and early winter riding the most. Looking forward to your next video!

[@GARamblinMan]

That’s what I love about living in the Southeast. We get 4 seasons but the winters are mild for the most part. Thanks for watching!

[@ricmiller484]

Another great road trip vlog, love that area. My wife and I went to Chimney Rock in May 2021, we spent a week in that area of NC. We finished our clean up following Ian's impact this weekend. Our area of Central FL wasn't hit that hard about 15 inches of rain, some local flooding and a lot of wind and tree debris. I was able to get out on Sunday and got a short ride in. Stay Safe and we'll look forward to your next vlog.

[@GARamblinMan]

It’s a beautiful area of NC. I hope you guys get back to normal soon after the hurricane. My prayers are with all my Florida friends. Ride safe.

[@roscoesmith6744]

I done that ride just last month. My first time in chimney rock. Beautiful place. I'm in Gainesville. I took the same route up except I took hwy 278 to 64. Lots of Twisties 👍. You done some hard riding to do that in a day.

[@GARamblinMan]

It was a great day to ride. The lunch break helped and I always stop every hour or so anyway for a stretch break. I ain’t as young as I used to be!

[@Motoramblings]

This is absolutely a great time of the year to ride!! I just passed through east Georgia on my way to Florida on Sunday, when I left the Asheville area at 4:30 AM it was about 40F. I love the Chimney Rock/ Lake Lure area, the ride you took to Chimney Rock is beautiful!!

[@GARamblinMan]

Enjoy your trip to Florida! Great time of year to ride in the Southeast. Thanks for watching!

[@That_Paul_Guy]

Sometimes it’s tough to figure out the temps when the weather turns cooler. There can be quite a variance between Cumming and SC/Western NC. Can’t have too many weekend rides to eat good BBQ. Enjoyed the ride!

[@GARamblinMan]

The fall temperatures can vary widely especially from Atlanta area to the mountains. You think I would learn. Thanks for watching!

[@larry68hd11]

Nice video

[@GARamblinMan]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching!

[@Superfangelo]

Yes sir, up until recently it's been too hot and humid for me to ride, but this now is perfect. Wish it was like this year round. They say San Diego is perfect all year, but nobody can afford to live there.

[@GARamblinMan]

San Diego does have beautiful weather and scenery. Too bad it’s in California! I lived in the Central Coast of California back in my younger days. I loved it but things have changed a lot there and not all for the good. Thanks for watching!

[@littleliftera8244]

Awesome video!, I’m new to NC. What roads did you take from Georgia to get to 64? 🙏 thank you😊

[@GARamblinMan]

I rode US Hwy 23 out of Atlanta up to Toccoa, GA where I jumped on Hwy 123 through Toccoa to Westminster, SC. I took SC Hwy 11 north from Westminster up to US Hwy 25 north into Hendersonville, NC. I exited onto Hwy 64 to Chimney Rock. Great route out in the country with only minimal traffic and mostly 2-lane roads.

[@johngilbert1047]

What part of NC are you in? I’m about 40 min east of Charlotte…lots of good roads around here, but if you go north and west, you run into a lot of really great riding.

[@littleliftera8244]

@@johngilbert1047 just moved to Asheville area. I’m a northern person flat roads still getting used to the mountains. Thinking of moving down south though 😊

[@FLHCSfan68]

I've been up Chimney Rock on my bike 2014

[@GARamblinMan]

It’s a great area to ride motorcycles. I haven’t been up to the top yet, but I will soon. Thanks for watching!

[@evergreenmoto]

Thanks for the sub man!!

[@GARamblinMan]

Great looking Honda 500 Rebel. Great bike to start on. I had an older Rebel 250 a few years ago. Can’t go wrong with a Honda!

[@evergreenmoto]

@@GARamblinMan thanks!! It has been an awesome bike, Honda is great. Unsure if my next cruiser will be a Honda or something else though, lots of great options out there.

[@terralriver]

About time! 😁 Where ya been?

[@GARamblinMan]

Just livin life and trying to make a living! Thanks for watching!

[@terralriver]

@@GARamblinMan Just hope you don't wait so long next time. 😁👍

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

That's how I ride.

[@GARamblinMan]

I’m never in a hurry. Just enjoying the scenery and nice sound of the motorcycle. Thanks for watching!