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The only route I remember from Middle TN is Hwy96 between I40 and US70. It runs through Edgar Evins Park and across Center Hill Dam. The road between Smithville and I40 isn't bad either. I thinks it's Hwy58. I mainly rode around the 'Boro and Antioch so I don't remember that many good roads...

To me the most annoying thing is that there's nothing out there that I like more than it to upgrade to. Sure there are a couple of bikes out there, the F800ST and Sprint for example, that I like. After looking at the increased in payment and insurance, there's just not enough there to make me...

I usually don't head up that way on the weekend due to the traffic, but I could make an exception. Let me know when and if my schedule will allow I'd be glad to meet up for some runs through the Gap.

I live in Knoxville, so you can count me in. I'd just need to know ahead of time to get the time off work. I am actually hoping to be up there next week, probably Wednesday or Thursday (depends on the weather).

Devil's Triangle is the stretch of State Rte 116 from Petros, TN to State Rte 330 into Oliver Springs, TN. As the OP said, the section of 116 from the former Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary to the end of Frozen Head State Park (Morgan/Anderson county line) is a blast to ride. From the end...

I have the Cortech sport luggage, saddlebags and tailbag, and have been very happy. My only complaints have been more with the FZ and trying to figure out how to mount them without rubbing on the paint or laying against the exhaust shields. I don't think you could go wrong with either, but I...

When you get around to the chain, I highly recommend the WD-40 with a Grunge Brush. I believe I picked mine up from NewEnough, but you can also get them at most cycle shops. I use a Dupont Teflon chain lube that will not sling off as long as you don't use too much. Chains and sprockets can...

I never dreamed there were so many Knoxvillians on the board. I think a group ride may be needed in the future.

I have the Cortech Sport saddlebags and tail bag combo and have not had any issues with heat from the exhaust. The only slight problem I have had is where the neoprene(?) back panel rests against the exhaust covers. It has slightly discolored the plastic but that's it. I have had these on the...

Actually Deal's Gap is open on the North Carolina side. There is no access from the Tennessee side due to the rock slide. US129 is closed down by the lake between where the curves start and the Foothills Pkwy. If you come up into Robbinsville via the Cherohala Skyway you can get to Deal's Gap...

Shirt arrived in the mail today and it looks great. Thanks again for putting all this together. I look forward to wearing it with pride this summer.

I just wanted to post an update on the rock slide on the Dragon. TDOT has told all potential bidders for the cleanup to have the rock slide cleared no later than July 31st. There are still plenty of road to keep riders busy, but getting to Deals Gap is much more complicated coming from...

Having seen several pics of the slide, I wouldn't think it would take more than a month or two. They had the southbound lane clear a few days after, but TDOT is claiming the rock face may be unstable. Guess it's better to be safe than sorry, but with I-40 closed and now 129 too, that leaves...

Just wanted to post an update on US129. It appear our illustrious govenor, Tennessee's, has decided that the clean up will take long enough to close the Dragon at both end. The Dragon is closed just past the Foothills Parkway and at the NC state line.:mad: Current talk is that the state is...

When I had to replace one of my mirrors here's the place I used: Discount Motorcycle Parts. Wholesale to everyone.... Shipping was quick and item was packed well.

I was just discussing this subject with another rider at work and the results seem to partially agree with our hypothesis that comfort in a turn is partially determined by handedness. I am a lefty and have almost no strips on the right, but still have some on the left. He is a righty and has...

I don't think I have ridden in temps down to that level, about 45F is as low as I have gone. My upper body was good, my legs and hands were quite cold. With a belaclava and some good gloves you should be pretty good to go.

I'd second Moses' recommendation on the Cortech line. I have a older GX-Air that breathes well without the liner in for the hot days. There is a rain liner that works great as a wind-breaker on cooler days. There is also a thermal liner that fits inside the rain liner that is for even cooler...

I was most amazed at watching Brembo's testing of the pads and rotors. I cannot imagine heating a rotor up to 1300F and it not being damaged.

From one Tennessean to another, Welcome! :welcome: Congrats on the new FZ and don't let anyone tell you different, blue is the fastest color.