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ronniena · 07-26-2005

leaving Thursday i have a 01 legend, anybody rode the gap on a legend? i have a stock bike with Dunlap's 208 on it. what tire pressure any advise welcome thanks, ron

Saigon5 · 07-26-2005

I did on a TBS. Quite a blast, actually more fun than a sport bike. Tire pressure does depend on the kind of driving you want to do. Solo, I would put 34 front 38 rear or less if you really want to push it but you will run out of ground clearance before you run out of tires.

While in the area, if you have a chance you should try the 28. There is 3 different sections of it with 3 different style of road. By far my favorite around there.

The first section is from the gap club house to the 19, long nice curve at a certain speed. The second section goes from Lauada to Franklin, that is an amazing section, it is tighter than the first part and you should be prepare to work. The last section is from Franklin to Highlands. beautifull scenery. It could the 64 for that part and goes back to 28 after. The 28 keeps going to georgia. Nice all the way to Georgia.

Have fun, I am going in September.

ClassiclyMobile · 07-26-2005

If you haven't already done so, try raising the forks in the triple trees as much as you can. If you have time change the fork oil to a good quality 15w. Preload adjustment on the rear shock is also important. Some Legend owners have complained about the suspension, but I feel it is quite competent when set up correctly and shod with sport-bike rubber.
Have fun but be very careful.
CM

Trophy4 · 07-27-2005

Ron, I successfully navigated the Dragon at the '04 Classics rally. My Legend is box-stock, with Bridgestones F&R on it. I run the Triumph-recommended 36psi front/41psi rear.

The Dragon's beautiful, and it's a blast to run. But be careful! The Dragon can bite, and the Dragon-keepers are everywhere, especially on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Enjoy!