I've been riding since 1975. I currently have an 1800 Goldwing! I've been to every state except Alaska and Hawaii on my bike as well as Ontario Canada and Italy. I lived in CA for 10 years splitting lanes. The longest tour I've taken is 5,180 miles and 12 states. I've done blue ridge mountain parkway from beginning to end and yes... Tail of the dragon. I always ride by myself because I haven't found anyone crazy enough to go with me that doesn't need to pee every half hr.! ?