The Tail of the Dragon ALONE on a Motorcycle | Epic or Dangerous? - EP. 198

The Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, Tennessee, with 318 curves in 11 miles, is America’s number one motorcycle and sports car road. Well, I had to see it for myself. Is it dangerous? - It definitely could be! Is it epic? - Definitely!
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[@mattgraham6231]

I went over from Australia and rode it last year on my 3 month trip around America. It's a good road but there's better in the area. Easy enough to ride, most crashes are due to inexperienced riders. If you get a chance, ride the Blue Ridge Parkway, goes for hundreds of miles, and is a great ride.

[@Dolby109]

Personally I like Cherohala better than most of the Blue Ridge, and it looks like she was on that in the beginning of the video, but took the GPS route down a rough road towards the Tail instead of heading straight to the gas station in Robinsville that she ended up at anyway. The new section of the Foothills parkway near Gatlinburg is also excellent. But the Tail is still my favorite.

[@thomasbranson7237]

I prefer the parkway anytime

[@shannonsmith8004]

I live near Gatlinburg TN. Great riding up here

[@robertkringel1045]

Been on the Dragon many times. It’s not the road that is dangerous, but the drivers. Very fun place though.

[@andreap.2661]

The dragon is a rarity in the US. That attracts any kind of biker, making the road dangerous.

[@paulwassenaar8351]

@The Old Husky Nope, not every country. In the Netherlands this would be for a short period of time. Speed limits would be imposed and speed cameras would appear. Speed limiting measures would be taken and eventually the road would be closed to non locals.

[@norseman5041]

@The Old Husky Not correct, I have been to the dragon many times. There are people of all ages and skill set. I have seen quit a few HD or cruisers go off the road with ''old'' people. Usually with very little protective gear. The T shirt and Bandana they sell at HD must be DOT approved 😉

[@paulwassenaar8351]

@The Old Husky Apples and oranges. The Tail of the Dragon isn't a straight highway or freeway now is it? Aha, a divider did bring the death toll down. Now imagine narrowing the Tail of the Dragon with a central divider. It might kill the Dragon but save someones live. Good luck with them untameable Frisians!

[@paulwassenaar8351]

@@norseman5041 Maybe you might agree with speed _reducing_ measures instead? I didn't mention bumps but yes, washboards might work just as well.

[@sallan311]

Enjoyed the ride with you, Kinga! Hope the USA is treating you well!

[@onherbike]

I'm having the best time here 😊

[@bobdrifter2402]

You rode the Tail of the Dragon and woke up still not dead again today! And still with the GREAT hair!! Good job, Kinga!

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@kathleenhavenga3447]

Oh wow wow wow, that was an absolutely beautiful ride. A lovely road that you rode with respect and enjoyment. All the people who simply speed won't even see anything. I love hearing Chillies engine tones as she gears up and down. That cabin was delightful. Loving your journey so much. Happy riding further. 😁👍

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@DanielSgnaolin]

Beautiful!! When you respect the road, even the "most" dangerous routes can be beautiful and fun.🤐👍

[@bonnetcastel3487]

Another beautiful road and under the golden autumn sun, beautiful images as you know how to do bravo Kinga and thank you for your good mood!

[@darrylmoffett8323]

318 turns in 11 miles, 17.7 km. I rode my Aprilia Tuono V4R at the Tail of the Dragon. I now ride a Triumph Tiger adventure. I changed my ways. Ride safe and have fun. 🇺🇸

[@dougyaroch3380]

Did mine 2016 , bought the wrong shirt

[@sharrison56]

You actually started out on one of the nicer roads. When you left Tellico Plains you were on the Cherohala Skyway. The shortcut you tried to take goes throughout the Joyce Kilmer Forest. The gas station you stopped at is in North Carolina. The first dam you passed before you got to Deals Gap was used in the movie The Fugitive. That’s the dam Harrison Ford slid down. The weird three wheeled vehicle is a slingshot. One a weekend day there would be hundreds of bikes at Deals Gap.

[@sharrison56]

@@windriver72 yes, it is an awesome ride!

[@timothywald9079]

Got a picture of that dam after riding the Dragoon and on my way to the Cherohola (which was my favorite ride if the trip that had a name). Beautiful shot

[@Badfinger7761]

Excellent weather for your ride. Similar to the Blue Ridge Parkway with all the lovely forests and hills. 🏍👍

[@vangoodwin7335]

Miss Kinga, I do not know which was more Lovely; You and Chillie or the views so many speed right on past. It's been a couple decades since I put my 65 Panhead Electra Glide up and down that road. I never did it for a time by speed so I may have the slowest time in history and I do not care, I got the view! Loved and Appreciated your statement about the noise, Thank You! Loud pipes on car or bike do not save lives but they sure scare wildlife. My last time through the "Dragon" was on my 04 Road King and the slow speed limits do allow for great viewing. I am so glad you are enjoying America, I just wish we represented ourselves better as a whole. Be safe and please know, you are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@brentmclemore9825]

The Tail of the Dragon is a great ride. I live an hour away from the Dragon, so it is easy for me to ride. There are a lot of great rides in East Tennessee and North Carolina. The Dragon is just one of them.

[@ROTV-DanLockhart]

Loved the epic hero music at the end. I'm glad you made it safely. I can't imagine how crazy it would be in peak season. (Yes, I can..... I rode Pikes Peak in August). Well done, Kinga. Thanks!

[@BTibor1970]

Epic! Beautiful scenic road and really a heaven for nature lover bikers. As I know riding the Tale of Dragon is one of the top on the list of most American riders.

[@troyroberts]

Thank you for bringing back fun memories of this awesome stretch of road. Nice work bringing it to us, that was nice 🙂

[@jacytanmelo2251]

Your videos are fantastic. I don't miss an adventure. Your joy is contagious. Take care.

[@roninaround6450]

Hey Kinga, Thanks for showing us the "Tail of The Dragon". I've heard of this legendary road but had not seen it...until now! Cheers. Best wishes to you and Chillie from South Australia. 🏍😎👍

[@roninaround6450]

​@onherbike1Hi Kinga! What's up? 🤔

[@YouMotorcycle]

On my hit list for 2024. Thanks!

[@_Corsa]

Awesome! Happy you had good weather. I'm touring in Florida for now, the weather has been crazy in the US lately.

[@coconuciferanuts339]

Haven't seen onherbike for ages but she still has great hairstyle & video.

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊 Welcome back.

[@facilitadorterapiacuantica369]

Wuouuuuu😱😱😱 beautiful place!!! Nice videos, I really enjoy them! Thank you thank you thank you 🙏✨

[@davidnovogratz4844]

Beautiful. Great video! Loved it!

[@andreap.2661]

I have been there in 2008 and 2009. You reminded me of the time I spent in the US. The tail of dragon and even the never ending "Blue Ridge Parkway".

[@terria4698]

Did it in 2002. Wasn't crowded then. Just me and a half-dozen riders on a nice fall weekday. Other roads in the region have developed their own status. VA 16 from Marion, Virginia over the mountains is now called "Back of the Dragon." We camped at Hungry Mother State Park and were only spared the din of bike engines when it got dark. NC 421 from Mountain City to Bristol, Tennessee is called The Snake. US 58 from Damascus, Virginia to Mouth of Wilson, VA has no established name, but I think it leaves all the previous roads in the dust. Double points if you pause partway through to take 600 to the top of Whitetop Mountain. It's now paved. I scrambled up the route on my bike when it was still gravel. Btw, lady rider as well. I did all those roads solo, plus a number of x-country rides. The SCOLDING I received from people, not to mention a few policemen who admonished me with a "your husband ALLOWS you to do these rides?"

[@BikesBeardsAndBrews]

glad i've never added to the tree of shame but I have added tons of stickers to that dragon, the shop and the mid way point!

[@swgeorgia]

Hi Kinga, I've done this road 5 times, but I like the Cherahola Skyway better. Ride safe....

[@steveclark20]

Yikes, just discovered this and YOU. Awesome. Not sure why you have not come into my feed a long time ago, but glad you did. I ride out there all the time, so this was such a joy to watch. Look forward to exploring your content.

[@onherbike]

Thank you. Welcome to my channel 😊

[@jamesschneider3828]

Great ride, too bad that it looks like you were about two weeks late for the more extreme fall colors.

[@5sion8]

That's Hunt's Lodge in Tellico Plains. Great people and the best value of any place in the area.

[@murrelldooms7982]

Good time of the year to ride. The tail of the dragon looks like a great road to ride. Like the back and forth CORNERS. Make it smooth like water flowing. Way too much fun. Kinga enjoy your adventures.

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@soyrecuerdos3408]

Cuánto mas veo tus videos más hermosa estás!! Buenas rutas, buena vida!!!

[@tarouyamada2686]

That cabin place was really interesting, wish it was more common. Have a nice night of sleep, brave the cold and hit the road before dawn, basking in the sunrise in the twisties! Colour me jealous 🤙

[@Dolby109]

There's a couple of similar places in the area as flat land comes at a premium.

[@bengtjohansson5221]

Congratulations Kinga. The Tail of the Dragon and no crach...Nice video. Thanks for scherring.

[@MsPiapiraya]

looking at all my fab girls riding, showeling snow and dreaming about spring- you make my day

[@korey1033]

Absolutely loved staying at smitty's and doing cherohalla and the dragon loop last year while doing the smokey mountain 500 in the area

[@fireman12464]

Again a great episode Kinga. 💪🏼👊🏼👍🏼👌🏼🤩

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@my357mags]

All kinds of twists & turns in that video! 👍👍

[@Minina-Nena-Celina]

Those cabins are so cute.

[@josephbull2209]

Pick a road, any road in that region and you will have a blast. Ride within your skill limits or you die or the very least your bike goes home via a truck. We saw ambulances and wreckage on flat beds every time we went there. Judy and I stayed in a room by the tree. Thanks for memories. Best ride in my opinion is the long Blue Ridge, and every side road off it.

[@brucegerken1063]

Great video thank you very well done. I have road the tail of the dragon many times. The strang bike was a slingshot kinda look like a batmoble thanks again cheers to ya.

[@banditsvs]

Great ride and scenery Kinga following from Australia

[@mohammodafridi702]

Great to see your riding video stay well 🤍🥀

[@timlubbers2884]

Fun road, been there a bunch, but usually to many people … you got it at a good time 👍👍

[@evertsmit7353]

That was a beautiful road thans for showing us. Groetjes uit Nederland

[@debaonwheels]

Right now i joined with you and want to stay with you to gather knowledge from you as a rider. Thank you

[@Don-ev5ov]

Beautiful ride. Not a rider, so I love the view from a motorcycle. No giant tortoises yet, but this was plenty good. :)

[@harshanadesilva3122]

A series of beautiful eye catching frames where a beautiful young lady like a butterfly explores her life and the charm of nature by going on dangerous and thrilling destinations. Good luck.. stay safe.

[@danadiggins793]

Kinga, the next time I’m at the Dragon I hope to see your sticker prominently displayed! Great day!

[@Boris_779]

Hello.you have been traveling since 2017, am I right?I really like the theme of travel and motorcycles.You have high-quality content.it's nice and interesting to watch, greetings from Russia!

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@johnwood551]

I and my friends all rode those roads back in the early 1970’s on rigids, and springers ,Knuckleheads ,Panheads etc. We didn’t have the cool names then like “The Tail of the Dragon” the roads were even smaller with no fog line paint. I’m amazed to watch all these videos of people crashing left and right on these bikes with all the new suspension systems and brakes etc. I guess old Harleys just worked better. (Well, really it’s just the riders knowing their limits)

[@johngagne986]

The best ride here is when the old timer 2 strokes gather for a few days to ride, show off their bikes and trade and buy etc all in the name of keeping 2 stroke bikes alive and running!

[@fritzidachl]

Absolutely love your channel - kept me sane in hospital after an accident 🙃

[@onherbike]

Thank you, I hope you already fully recovered 💪

[@leonardedgarsr2014]

Yet another Dragon survivor!!!! Welcome!!!!

[@mazzizmotoring1117]

that's where hubby and i spent our honeymoon! great riding area. :D the funny looking motorcycle in front of you around the 18:11 mark is a polaris slingshot...you saw one when you were in Canada...they are made in Quebec...vive la differnce!

[@jonsey156]

Enjoyed !!!

[@ThatOldGuy]

Tail of the Dragon is definitely a must do if you're in the area but Cherohala Skyway is a better ride IMHO. Not as aggressive (and fewer racers) better views of the mountains. Hopefully you have a chance to ride it next time you're in the area.

[@harleymartin2814]

Agreed 👍

[@advridertim]

Welcome to my backyard, have been across the dragon 3 times in the last week on my way to ride other places, best time to ride it is in winter when nobody is around...

[@bertanelson8062]

Lots of fun! Enjoy the USA!

[@harryhowell5644]

I have stopped at that gas station. I want to say we came off the foothills parkway or the cheriholla. I have ridden the dragon but I prefer the moonshine 28 is one of my favorites. All the roads up there are pretty good really.

[@AliKhan-hr6ht]

Enjoyed it a lot

[@carlosjerez9799]

💐Muchos saludos y un gran abrazo de Chile 🇨🇱

[@onherbike]

Thank you 😊

[@arturslab7102]

Haha wierw obejrzalem nastepny filmik i myslalem, ze dopiero jedziesz na smoka. Super pogoda Ci sie trafila. Listopad to dobra pora by tam jechac i zobaczyc piekne jesienne kolory. Z duzym poslizgiem wypuszczasz filmiki. 4 miesiace od nagrania

[@onherbike]

Wrzucam swoje filmy tak szybko jak jest to możliwe.

[@drost582]

Recently discovered and subscriber to channel. My bought is people try and out ride their skill and road. Ride like a adult and you can do anything, anywhere. Great video, I love riding the south.

[@onherbike]

Welcome to my channel 😊

[@bronxbrosmotorcycles]

Hmm, the time to do it is summer ☀️. It's the atmosphere and large gathering of bikers that give you the full experience. But! You can now scratch that one off the list. 👍🏽

[@throeling]

You can handle anything, even a dragon makes you laugh! A pretty cool place! 🏍️

[@MardonioMarques-md1fp]

Realmente muito lindo esse lugar, com paisagens maravilhosas e uma estrada perfeita para pilotar.

[@jameswillburn837]

Kinda smiles good job on the wild road safe journey. 👍😊🌈

[@bseidem5112]

I'd spent so much time in the Malibu mountains in CA that the Tail just wasn't impressive on the weekday. Passed a couple bikes, saw no cops and it was over. 05' BMW gs. Was traveling from AZ to a BMW rally in Tenn then onto Ohio and another rally and onto Mich,.Sturgis, Montana and home to AZ.

[@billsteeves2974]

I plan on doing her and the Blue Ridge Parkway this summer..Jersey....Boston....Niagara Falls....its my bucket list trip.

[@UncleWally3]

From The Dragon it’s worth the gaunt to Two Wheels in Suches, Georgia.

[@billcotton1551]

I think it would be fine ,as long as people stay in their lane on it. Beautiful road.

[@Dolby109]

Staying in the lane is the number one rule among the fast cars there...on this weekend they even have signs and air horns to shame people for crossing the mustard.

[@onherbike]

Exactly! If they would, there wouldn't be heard on collisions.

[@joej2353]

Epic! It’s only dangerous if you make it dangerous, but that’s the case on any road.

[@kimbennetts2017]

Looks like all the roads , here on the west coast Tasmania cheers

[@bradleyalexander5821]

If only ya had a local to show you the better roads in that area. That’s practically my back yard. But yes, one must always run the Dragon at least once. Any….who….. Ride Often and Ride Safe 👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎

[@loopertrooper6671]

Where were the cabins? I love the area, have been there many times over the years and on many bikes, always in the spring or summer but never in the fall. The place always looks amazing. Glad you enjoyed your ride. Love the video.

[@piusbayo7278]

A nice drive with the fall leaves . My intuition about the danger on the trail tail was confirmed . Interesting memorabilia .You did not ask how your hair was . I guess you do that around familiar people .

[@plamendashev7194]

Thanks for the video, very nice and maintained road. Beautiful nature . But I expected it to be more extreme towards the turns.😏😁

[@Dolby109]

I think the wide angle camera tends to flatten it out a bit...the turns are quite good with a few ~140 degree bends thrown in.

[@onherbike]

This road doesn't have extreme turns, it's actually quite flowy.

[@guderian7795]

9:24 Sooooo... Cute! She made me smile and now I am subscribed! 😉😇😊 12:23 and one more!

[@onherbike]

Welcome to my channel :)

[@cliveashley9364]

Another beautiful ♥️ adventure 🦋☘️🌞 enjoying fr jamaica 🇯🇲🌞🏖️😎

[@billsteeves2974]

Sweet jump

[@phantomforester9337]

You don't know where we are, but you know where we aren't. Thank you for showing us the Tail of the Drgon.

[@thomasstockslager9574]

Well I now have figured out that your episodes are no where near where you are, so I guess that makes a lot of sense. By doing it that way no one really knows where you are, which is probably god for safety reasons. The motorcycle group I ride with went to the tail of the dragon, twice, last 2 yrs. I did not go but it is a cool ride. I am sure the biggest reason people crash is too fast and looking at the scenery. When I saw you were doing the dragon, first thought was a peace of cake for a veteran rider like you, I know you have been in much more rough roads than the dragon. It is very pretty country for sure. Closer to Texas where I am, there are some good roads and rides in Arkansas where i am from, and not so far away. Glad you enjoyed the ride, stay safe. Stocky.

[@questionMark4443]

Some times slow and sometimes fast enjoying the vibe you have. Definitely not a beginner road.

[@kevinaltizer]

If you get the chance, check out Mount Mitchell in North Carolina and the Devil's Whip (NC 80). It's near Asheville and Marion in North Carolina. It's some good riding just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.

[@walt3223]

Nice video, never heard of this road, but since you are in Tennessee, the land of moonshine, maybe you might want to ride on Thunder Road.

[@rickwatson7800]

"THANKS-KINGA", Now your ready for the "ILE-OF-MAN" race ! 🤪🇺🇲🇦🇺🏁🏍🥂🍸🍺👀🤪

[@fritzidachl]

Thanks!

[@onherbike]

Thank you so much for your support :)

[@derrickmurphy9859]

Being a European I am so used to twisty roads especially in Ireland, the tail of the dragon is pretty cool but the road isn't near as dangerous as the racers you meet on it that are sometimes out of control and gone beyond their limits. 🤪

[@mvd944l]

we rode the dragon after being told about it all the way through the USA. The one thing we said was it was the first place we saw non Harleys in force (real sports bikes) Glad we done it and even bought photos for our blog so obviously got sucked in. Cool area though!

[@stacyallen7605]

I thought you would put a sticker on the Dragon for sure!

[@onherbike]

I run out of my stickers at the time😭

[@JohnM-zc4ju]

That was awesome. How many Kilometers is on you're bike now?

[@user-kj1nb5st7f]

strong kniga very very good. ..... 😂😂😂 majnoona kreasi

[@artsilaakso7773]

The Tail of Dragon looked like a very pleasend road to ride. You have rided also in Euoropean Alps. On sunday all crazy motorbikers have their holiday. Then it's better to stay home.😂

[@enduromotorradtouren]

The limit is the limit. If you exceed it, then comes in the tree of shame. Unfortunately it could grow anywhere ;-) Have a great journey cross the States, Günter/Nürnberg

[@lifesjourneyat50]

Thats funny - I stayed in the same cabin for MArch Moto Madness..ha!!!

[@snapfinger1]

A Rite of Passage in American Motoring. Don’t miss Fire Valley, Nevada while you’re stateside.

[@gearjammer3688]

Massive fun in a hire car.

[@steveoconnor7069]

The Dragon is not that bad if you ride it conservatively first and learn it. I have rode it many times both solo and with a pillion and find it to be rather boring as a majority of the time you are in a green tunnel and can't see much scenery. When in the area I stay off of the Dragon during the weekends because that's when the weekend warriors are out there "testing themselves." I much prefer other roads like the Cherohala, the Rattler, BRP etc, there are many options on places to ride that are pretty good without the hype and the crowds.

[@georgesmith6785]

Awesome welcome to America and Tennessee. Been following you for awhile now am glad you made it to America. If you ride to the Clarksville TN area you can get a place to stay for the here at iur home

[@onherbike]

Thank you so much for the invite but my YT it's bit behind. I'm already in Texas.

[@georgesmith6785]

No worries may meet someday

[@mjordan812]

You were in Tennessee (Tellico Plains). Then you crossed into NC at some point. You probably know this, but if you look on Killboy's site on the date you were there, you're probably in his photos.