Good point about the tranny, and one advantage of three pedals over two in my opinion, I also agree that this is one exception to the rule when it comes to driving on a public road. there are no side roads or driveways, stay in your lane, if you mess up its you, your car and a mountain. Its enjoyed by auto and motorcycle drivers from all over. When I was there last I met several motorcycle enthusist from Europe who had traveled to the US just to spend several days on the Dragon and the surrounding roads