Virginia riders

Back of the Dragon first visit

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shiftlight Community starter

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MN Since 2026 6 posts

Rides a 2016 Honda CBR600RR

1w ago

For a respectful first ride through the area, what weekday timing and rest stops make the route enjoyable without wearing out a newer rider?

Smooth is fast enough.

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    sundaycanyon Community starter

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    OH Since 2026 3 posts

    Rides a 2019 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

    1w ago

    An early weekday start has worked best for me. I plan fuel conservatively and treat shaded corners as a different road surface.

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    kerbwatch Community starter

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    OR Since 2026 4 posts

    1w ago

    Check the state road and forest-service notices the same morning. Seasonal damage and temporary work can make last month's route advice obsolete.

    Smooth is fast enough.

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    latebraker Community starter

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    WI Since 2026 4 posts

    Rides a 2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

    1w ago

    Keeping the group small and regrouping at established stops makes these roads much more enjoyable for everyone who lives there.

    Smooth is fast enough.

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