Tail of the Dragon: 11 Miles, 318 Curves — The Honest Guide

11 miles. 318 curves. Zero hype — just the truth about America's most famous motorcycle road. I rode the Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap to give you the honest guide: what the road actually is, when to ride it, the rules that keep you alive, and whether it lives up to the legend. In this video: • What the Dragon is (and what it isn't) • The honest truth: crowds, troopers & the Tree of Shame • Best time to ride it • Rules of the road • Where to stop: Deals Gap, Calderwood Dam & the overlooks • Where to ride next: Cherohala Skyway, Foothills Parkway & more 🏍️ Throttleborn — modern motorcycle culture. Take the long way. 🌐