Tail of the Dragon

by Jeff on January 26, 2012

It’s pretty cold now on the East Coast, and my R1 is tucked away on the CTEK smart charger, and only gets ridden on moderate days.

Here’s a cool video taken in better weather.

I’ve ridden from the Gap a few times, and it is addictive. Well worth going, but as you can see, caution is advised. If you’re aggressive, you’ll want to know your limits, and no matter what, wear gear. As you can see the hospital is an hour or more away.

See why gear is a good idea? …

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